Everyone has a story to tell. What is yours?
Busy, busy, busy…that doesn’t even begin to describe what I have been up to. I finally decided that I’m going to be using blues, greens, and purples in the classroom this year. Now that I know that, I have started working on some classroom projects. I had my classroom library labels created, then I realized that I made a measurement… Read More
When I’m not working on my classroom library and scrapbooking projects, I have been organizing. I find that the same system doesn’t always work from year to year. I’m always making changes to meet my organizational needs. This year, I think I’m going to re-visit the teacher binder. I had an earlier post on my desktop filing system (click here to… Read More
For years I have been trying to find ways to curb classroom spending. One of the areas I targeted was with classroom rewards. I will be ready to fully implement my new system next year. I already use raffle tickets during math time to have students practice reading large numbers. I plan to give away tickets for positive behavior choices… Read More
I’ve used the same card chart for years to help manage (visually) student behavior in the classroom. While I think it can be effective, I’m wondering if it’s time for a change. I started noticing the clip chart system popping up everywhere online. Most of them look something like this: It made me wonder if I could modify one to… Read More
What does it mean to speak up? This picture book follows a group of young children as they find ways to speak up in a variety of situations. Not only is this book timely, but I think it can help both children and adults find their voices to make a positive difference!
The back of the book features real kids who spoke up as well as some teaching points on when to speak up, when to stay quiet, and how to speak up without saying a word. These tips will come in handy as you share the book’s message at home or in the classroom.
How will you choose to speak up?
What type of reader are you? Right now, I feel like the book collector - especially when it comes to children's books.🙂I am a lot of those 😂
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I mean, it’s pretty much a toss up at this point. Our library does allow for holds and curbside pick-up, but I haven’t used that service yet. So until then, online book shopping it is!💰💰💰
This makes me so happy! I guess I'll go grab some hot buttered toast while I wait.❤️
Kate DiCamilloI got a letter last week from a reader who wrote these words on the outside of her envelope: “I am a fan of pigs and I am a fan of you.”
The letter itself was about Mercy Watson, and how I should write more books about “that pig.”
Every time I think about the phrase “I am a fan of pigs and I am a fan of you” it makes me laugh out loud.
I’m a fan of pigs, too.
I’m also a fan of readers.
And I’m a fan of laughter.
So, will there be more stories about that pig?
Yes.
VOTING 🗳
To be honest, this is something I have taken for granted in the past. But as I continue to grow and learn, I now understand just how important it is. That’s why I think we need to share the history of voting rights with kids. And when I can find a children’s book to help me, that’s an added bonus. That’s why I was so excited when my friend Michelle @mrsmcdonaldsclassroom shared this book.
Through rhyming text, Equality’s Call explains the history of voting rights in America in a way kids can understand. Throughout the book, a powerful message is repeated:
“A right isn’t right
Till it’s granted to all.”
The back of the book also includes information about voting-related amendments and legislation as well as voting rights activists. This would be a great book to share at home or with your students.
👉🏻 Swipe to take a quick peek inside this book.
Have you read this book yet? What other books do you love to share about elections and/or the voting process?
