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Marcy’s Having All the Feels Activities

Being happy feels great, doesn't it? But it's unrealistic to expect to be happy all the time. Allison Edwards explores how it is normal to feel sad, frustrated, angry, embarrassed, and more in the book, Marcy's Having All the Feels. I want to share some activities you can pair with this story. I received a copy of this book from the National Center for Youth Issues (NCYI) in exchange for an honest review. About the Book Written by: Allison Edwards Illustrated by: Valeria Docampo Marcy wanted to be happy. Happy is all she wanted to ... read more

Ways to Get Your Students Excited About Books

Are you struggling to get your reluctant readers excited about the books available to them? Are your students losing interest in reading in favor of daydreaming about warmer weather? Here are some of my favorite ways to get my students excited about books throughout the school year! USE YOUR READ ALOUD Use this time to make some powerful book choices. Introduce your students to lovable characters or a new book series that they won’t be able to resist. Reading aloud can be for enjoyment.  Model your own love for reading….it’s ... read more

Lucky Tucker Activities

Lucky Tucker by Leslie McGuirk is a great story to read near St. Patrick's Day. It follows a dog named Tucker who is having a really bad day. Fortunately, a series of events turns everything around into the luckiest day ever. Here are some activities you can pair with Lucky Tucker. About the Book Lucky Tucker by Leslie McGuirk After rolling in a patch of four-leaf clovers on St. Patrick's Day, Tucker the terrier goes from having nothing go his way to becoming the luckiest dog of the day. Here's a quick peek at some ... read more

Presidents’ Day Books for Kids

What are your favorite Presidents' Day books for kids? These Presidents' Day books for kids may just inspire one of your students to run for POTUS in the future! You can click on any of the titles below to learn more about each book or find all of these books about Presidents' Day on my Amazon page. Presidents' Day Books for Kids Presidents' Day Written by: Anne Rockwell Illustrated by: Lizzy Rockwell Today at school we celebrated Presidents' Day by putting on a play. Mrs. Madoff said I could be George Washington because ... read more

Be Your Own Hero Activities

What makes someone a hero? Lisa King explores this topic in the book, Be Your Own Hero. This story shows that being a hero has a lot more to do with character and kindness than anything else! I want to share some activities you can pair with this story. I received a copy of this book from the National Center for Youth Issues (NCYI) in exchange for an honest review. About Be Your Own Hero Written by: Lisa King Illustrated by: Colleen Madden   It’s Hero Week at school, and Quinn Wilson can hardly contain her excitement! Each ... read more

Robot in Love Activities

Robot in Love by T.L. McBeth is a sweet story with a surprising ending for anyone who doesn't pick up on the clues in the illustrations. While this story can be read any time of year, I think it would be a great book to share near Valentine's Day. I want to share a few activities you can pair with Robot in Love. About the Book Robot in Love by T.L. McBeth When a shiny, beautiful stranger catches Robot's eye, he knows she's the one. He thinks about her all the time. He even makes her a gift. But will he be able to keep his ... read more

Groundhog Day Books for Kids

Groundhog Day will be here before you know it! To help make sure you are prepared, take a look at these Groundhog Day books for kids and find one to share with your students. You can click on any of the titles below to learn more about each book or find all of these books about Groundhog Day on my Amazon page. GROUNDHOG DAY BOOKS  In no particular order, here are some great books to share with your students near Groundhog Day. Who Will See Their Shadows This Year? by Jerry Pallotta It's February 2 and all ... read more

Groundhog Weather School

Groundhog Day is always February 2nd, so why does it feel like the holiday sneaks up on me each and every year? Whether the groundhog sees his shadow or not, one book you should share with your students is Groundhog Weather School by Joan Holub and Kristin Sorra. This book takes a closer look at Groundhog Day and weather through the eyes of the groundhogs. I also want to share a few activities you can pair with this book. About the Book Groundhog Weather School by Joan Holub Welcome to Groundhog Weather School! Ever ... read more

Honoring Martin Luther King, Jr.

In January, we will all take a day to honor the work of Dr. Martin Luther King, Jr. However, is a day really enough time to honor his work and legacy? I don't think so! I know how challenging it can be to fit everything in, but it is important to make time. Here are some books and resources you can share with your students about Dr. King. Click on any of the titles below to learn more about each book. You can also find all of these books on Amazon. BOOKS ABOUT DR. MARTIN LUTHER KING, JR. Martin's Big Words by Doreen ... read more

Cup of Cocoa (Math Freebie)

I hope your students came back to school ready and eager to learn! Today I want to share one of my favorite winter math freebies with you and show you some ways you can differentiate to support your struggling students. This is a great activity for practicing addition with 3-addends. Addition with 3-Addends One of the ways to review math facts in January is with 3-addends. This Cup of Cocoa pack is designed to be used as a Scoot or Roam-the-Room activity. Students walk around the room and complete the task cards on the go. This ... read more

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