Everyone has a story to tell. What is yours?
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
January is my favorite month to read books about snowmen, and Snowzilla by Janet Lawler is one of my favorites! Here are some activities to pair with the story along with a winter kid craft that your students will enjoy! Snowzilla Cami Lou and her brother build the biggest, hugest, most mammoth snowman the world has ever seen. It’s… Read More
If you’re looking to start the new year off with making resolutions and goal setting, you should read Squirrel’s New Year’s Resolution by Pat Miller. I have a fun resolutions craft and other activities you can pair with this story. Squirrel’s New Year’s Resolution In this book, Squirrel hears about making New Year’s resolutions on the radio, but she… Read More
The Legend of the Poinsettia by Tomie dePaola is a beautifully written and illustrated story. It is a great choice to read when learning about celebrations around the world. I want to share a few activities to help with comprehension of the story and new vocabulary. There’s even a poinsettia craft to pair with student writing! All About The… Read More
If you loved Dear Boy, you need to check out A Boy Like You written by Frank Murphy and illustrated by Kayla Harren. This book gives me all the feels and I can’t wait to share this one with my son.
In today’s world, many people expect boys to fit into typical stereotypes. But we know there is more to being a boy than playing sports and being tough. This book encourages each boy to be unique, to follow his dreams, and to tell his story, no matter what that story may be.
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Just finished a book companion for Sea Otters, a level 1 text in the National Geographic Kids series. This resource includes graphic organizers, vocabulary cards, and several comprehension activities. If you own the bundle, make sure you grab this latest addition.
Find it here: www.teacherspayteachers.com/Product/Sea-Otters-National-Geographic-Kids-Book-Companion-4702627
