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Classroom Jobs for Students

Classroom Jobs for Students

September 4, 2015

CLASSROOM JOBS FOR STUDENTS After teaching for more than a decade, I have changed the way I have used classroom jobs many times.  I don’t think I even used classroom jobs my first year since I had too many other things to worry about.  But, starting my second year (and for several years after), I knew I wanted my students… Read More

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Setting Classroom Goals

Setting Classroom Goals

August 24, 2015

Goals help set a purpose and a direction for where you are headed.  While you are building your classroom community, why not take the time to make some common goals that EVERY student in your classroom can work towards?  Here’s a little glimpse into how I do this in my classroom. Getting Started with Goal Setting in the Classroom Have… Read More

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Laminator Love

Laminator Love

August 7, 2013

I went back to school shopping.  No, it wasn’t for new clothes.  I bought a new laminator and I am giddy with excitement.  Please tell me I’m not alone in getting excited about things like this (please). My Laminator Here is my new little toy – a Scotch Thermal Laminator. So, what does a teacher who just received a present in… Read More

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As teachers and parents, we want our kids to be ki As teachers and parents, we want our kids to be kind to others. Through books, we can show students how to see the good in others, how to be there for other people, how to help others feel included, how to be kind even when it is hard, and how spreading kindness can come back around.

In other words, books can help us send the message that kindness is important and something we value. 

🩷 What are your favorite kindness books for kids?

🔗 Full list available on my website and Amazon page.
My favorite library find this week might surprise My favorite library find this week might surprise you, especially if you know how much I don’t like spiders! This one combines amazing artwork with a meaningful message, which makes it a must-read!

Kiara spent her days spinning webs to catch lunch. One day an extraordinary web catches her eye, and she becomes determined to create something just as amazing. Unfortunately, with every new creation comes someone (or something) that carelessly destroys her hard work. 

“HEY! I WORKED HARD ON THAT!”

Then Kiara meets Orb, a weaver, who helps her gain a fresh perspective - one that shifts the focus away from the result and towards the journey (and friends) she can make along the way.

Have you read this book yet?

I Worked Hard on That!
📚 @simonkids 
✏️ @robynjwall 
🎨 @annakangdesign 

⭐️This book would be a fun way to introduce a spider unit, or a great addition to your collection of books about overcoming obstacles and having a growth mindset.
There’s a new friend with a story to share in the There’s a new friend with a story to share in the Big Bright Feelings series!

Meet Sammy…

Sammy LOVES having fun. Especially at home. But in big groups - like at school, birthday parties, even the ice cream truck - he doesn’t love feeling like other people are looking at him, and it’s really hard talking to other people. Everyone tells Sammy not to be so shy. But one day, it gets so hard and scary that he starts to turn pink, and then pinker…until he’s bright pink ALL OVER! Then he doesn’t want to see anyone or do anything. But hiding out-alone-isn’t very fun. Can Sammy learn how to tackle his fears - and go back to his usual color?

Have you read this one yet? Be sure to swipe to see the rest of the books in this series. They are soooo good for starting conversations about feelings, and would be a great addition to your SEL collection!

Sammy Feels Shy
@bloomsburychildrens 
✏️🎨 @tompercivalbooks
My favorite library find this week may look like j My favorite library find this week may look like just another bedtime story, but it adds humor to a relatable story of trying to find a group of friends and a place where you belong. 

Fox loves drinking cocoa with his friends. There’s just one problem - when the sun starts to go down and Fox is wide awake and craving chocolate, everyone else is heading off to bed!

So Fox sets off in search of a friend to share his cocoa with. He comes across a topsy-turvy turtle, a bear in a sticky situation, plus more potential pals, but they’re all too sleepy for a late-night cup of cocoa. 

What is Fox to do? Someone else must be awake…

A Friend for Fox
📚 @simonkids + Beach Lane Books 
✏️🎨 @enrico.lorenzi 

Have you read this book yet?

⭐️ Not only would this be a great addition to your friendship collection, but it would be a fun way to kick off a nocturnal animals unit!
❄️ Though not a single flake in sight, Let’s dive ❄️ Though not a single flake in sight, 
Let’s dive into The Snowball Fight! ❄️

This charming story, told in verse, captures the magic of a snow day through a child’s eyes. Floating flurries become drifting flakes until everything is peaceful, calm, and covered in a blanket of snow. However, all that is about to change once two friends declare an epic snowball fight!

This book will delight readers of all ages who want to join in the fun. So grab a cup of cocoa and dive right in!

Have you read this one yet?

The Snowball Fight
@clarionbooks 
✏️ @bethferry1 
🎨 @tlichtenheld 

💙 Thank you to the publisher for sharing this book with my family!

🔗 Ready to check out more books about snow?
Blog Post: https://storiesbystorie.com/snow-books-for-kids/

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My favorite library find this week is a charming s My favorite library find this week is a charming story with an unexpected narrator - one who works her magic to help two strangers form a friendship. 

Every day, Ellie the elevator works tirelessly to make the residents of her building happy. She loves everyone who lives in her building - even the dogs with muddy paws and the over-enthusiastic button-pushers. But Ellie has a soft spot for Thea, who bounces through Ellie’s doors with a cheerful grin every day.

After Thea’s best friend moves away, Ellie rarely sees Thea smile anymore. Ellie wants to cheer Thea up…but what can an elevator do to help? Leave it to Ellie to make Thea’s world better!

The Elevator on 74th Street
📚 @simonkids + Beach Lane Books 
✏️ @authorlauragehl 
🎨 @yas.imamura 

Have you read this book yet?

⭐️ Not only would this be a great addition to your friendship collection, but it could also be used to help teach personification!
As we step into a fresh new year, it’s the perfect As we step into a fresh new year, it’s the perfect time to introduce kids to the power of goal setting. These picture books are just what you need to inspire students to dream big, set meaningful goals, and understand the value of perseverance, hard work, and having a growth mindset. 

By guiding students to set their own goals and resolutions, we’re not just teaching them to aim high, but we’re giving them the tools and support needed to navigate challenges and celebrate their achievements along the way. 

What is your favorite book to share about goal setting in the new year?

🔗 Ready to check out more books for goal setting?
Blog Post: https://storiesbystorie.com/picture-books-for-goal-setting/

Amazon: http://amzn.to/49gPkHn
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