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Groundhog Weather School

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.
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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.

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.
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The Snow Globe Family

The Snow Globe Family Activities

What would it be like to live in a snow globe? Would the days be filled with sledding, snowball fights, and ice skating? Jane O'Connor has imagined a world with two families: one inside and one outside the snow globe. This story is a perfect read aloud to share in winter when students long for days to play in the snow. I want to share several activities you can pair with The Snow Globe Family.
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Night Tree Activities

Night Tree by Eve Bunting tells a beautiful story about one family's yearly tradition to decorate a tree for the animals in the woods. This is a great book to add to your December read aloud collection. Here are some activities you can pair with this story.
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Pigeon Math Freebie

Have you read the book Pigeon Math by Asia Citro and Richard Watson? It's a humorous story about trying to determine the number of pigeons on the line when outside influences keep that number changing until the end. I have a few freebies I want to share that can be paired with this story.
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Thanksgiving at the Tappletons’

Thanksgiving at the Tappletons' is a delightful book that reminds readers about the true meaning of Thanksgiving. I want to share a few activities and a writing craft you can pair with this story.
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I’m Stretched by Julia Cook

Children and adults today are busier than ever. That's why it is so important to recognize the signs of stress and have multiple strategies for managing time as well as stress. I'm Stretched by Julia Cook does a fantastic job of sharing realistic ways kids can work through the stress in their lives. I want to share more about this book along with a few activities you can try.
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Coding Capers: Luci and the Missing Robot

Coding Capers: Lucy and the Missing Robot is an adventure story that also teaches coding terminology in a way kids can understand. This STEM-friendly book would be a great addition to your classroom library. I want to share a set of discussion questions and an activity you can pair with this book.
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Bonaparte Falls Apart Book Companion

Bonaparte Falls Apart

If you're looking to add another story to your Halloween book collection, check out Bonaparte Falls Apart by Margery Cuyler. This is a story about friendship, humorous mishaps, and creative problem solving. It's sure to be a bone-a-fide hit with your kids! Here are some activities you can pair with this spooktacular story.
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Bully B.E.A.N.S. by Julia Cook

Bullying is happening in schools more often than we'd like to admit. Not only do we need to teach our students what bullying is (and isn't), but we need to ensure our students have the skills and strategies to stand up to bullies. Julia Cook has recently updated her book Bully B.E.A.N.S. Not only does this book help children identify bullying, but it offers strategies for those who are targets and bystanders. I have a few activities you can pair with this story, too.
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The Awfulizer by Kristin Maher and Robert Dunn

The Awfulizer by Kristin Maher

Has your mind ever been filled with doubts or negative thoughts about your self-worth? It's more common than you think! The Awfulizer is a story that helps show children that shame is a powerful emotion, but one that can be conquered with the right strategies and support. Here are some activities you can pair with The Awfulizer.
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School’s First Day of School Activities

School's First Day of School by Adam Rex is a great story to read while welcoming your students to a new school year. In this story, it's the first day of school and everyone is feeling nervous - even the school! This book is a great way to jump start a conversation about those first day jitters. Here are some activities you can use with this story.
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The Recess Queen Activities

At the beginning of the year, it is important to establish your expectations, routines, and procedures. This includes the playground. The Recess Queen is a great book to help start a conversation with your students. Here are some activities you can pair with The Recess Queen.
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The Invisible Boy Book Companion

The Invisible Boy Activities

The Invisible Boy is a story about compassion, inclusion, and the power of kindness. In this story, Brian feels that he is invisible to his teacher and his peers. But when he goes out of his way to make Justin, the new boy feel welcome, Justin helps Brian feel included and seen by all. Here are some activities you can pair with The Invisible Boy.
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The Sandwich Swap Picture Book Companion

The Sandwich Swap Activities

The Sandwich Swap is a story about friendship, acceptance, and keeping an open mind. In this story, two girls learn that their friendship is much stronger than their differences. I want to share some activities you can pair with The Sandwich Swap.
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