Everyone has a story to tell. What is yours?
I think we can all agree that nobody is perfect and mistakes are bound to happen – it’s just a part of life. Can you even imagine what the world would be like if mistakes never happened? Esther Pia Cordova has done just that in her latest book, A World Without Failures: Growth Mindset. This book has a great message… Read More
The end of the school year is quickly approaching. One of my favorite stories to share is Last Day Blues by Julie Danneberg. In this story, the children come up with a plan to make sure their teacher won’t be sad and miss them over the summer. But Mrs. Hartwell and the other teachers have some plans of their own…. Read More
In today’s world, kids have a variety of activities to choose from, and many of them want to do it all. Some kids even feel pressured to participate in a variety of activities from sports to dance to social clubs. But we need to be aware of when these activities begin to become a burden and our kids no longer… Read More
The Littlest Leprechaun by Brandi Dougherty is a sweet story to read around St. Patrick’s Day. Liam is the littlest leprechaun in the Enchanted Forest. He wants to have an important job in the village like everyone else. After trying out several different jobs, he finds he is too little to measure, too little to run, and too little to… Read More
Your Happy Heart by Amie Dean is a story about how helping others helps you, too. This story follows Javon as he joins the Book Buddy program in his school and meets his partner, Richard. When the partnership gets off to a rocky start, Javon reflects on his own past and the tools he was taught to deal with his… Read More
If you loved reading Crankenstein, you’ll be happy to know he’s back in A Crankenstein Valentine! Here are some activities you can pair with this story. All About A Crankenstein Valentine Cheesy cards, allergy-inducing bouquets, and heart-shaped everything? YECHHHH! It’s enough to turn anyone into a monster! An ordinary kid becomes Crankenstein on the most lovey-dovey, yuckiest day of… Read More
This would be a lot of fun to make - especially with picture books!How adorable is this book display?!
(Via: WeAreTeachers)
I’m always on the lookout for new books that help kids with social emotional learning. That’s why I couldn’t wait to get my hands on Tom Percival’s newest book, Ruby Finds a Worry. I think you’ll like it, too!
If you can't find this in your school or local library, it's available on Amazon (affiliate link): amzn.to/34J4KAQ
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If you could decorate the stairs in your school to look like your favorite children's books, which books would you choose?These steps... 😍 "Absolutely LOVE our new library steps Each class last year voted on their favourite book and each step represents their votes Libraries are truely magical places that allow for so many adventures and now the walk up is an adventure as well Artist: Artypants Playground Markings." 📷: @diaryofaprimaryteacher
