Everyone has a story to tell. What is yours?
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. I received a… Read More
Do you have students in your classroom who love to build, tinker, and create? You may have a future inventor or engineer on your hands! Here are some of my favorite children’s books about inventions to help encourage those creative minds! These books are also a great addition to your STEM/STEAM book collection. You can click on any of… Read More
Telling the truth doesn’t always come easily or naturally for children. Kids know they should tell the truth, but they also don’t like to get into trouble or disappoint adults. We need to teach children to be truthful with their words and actions. In addition to modeling this, I like to share picture books with this message. Here are some… Read More
Have you thought about using novels with small groups, but aren’t sure where to start? It is definitely possible to do so in the primary grades! Here’s how I got started using chapter books with my second graders during my small group time. WHY USE NOVELS WITH SMALL GROUPS? My very first year of teaching, I was in… Read More
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… Read More
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. we are a participant in the amazon services llc associates program, an affiliate advertising… Read More
I love seeing little libraries popping up in different areas of town, but I haven't seen one like this yet! 😍
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The Little Free Library is a nonprofit organization that aims to inspire people and help build community by encouraging people to install book exchanges in their neighborhoods. Since 2009, the organiz...“When fall winds blow cold
and jack-o-lanterns lose their smiles,
when branches lie bare,
and corn stalks rustle in the wind,
that’s when it’s time for
Thanksgiving in the Woods.”
This story follows along as one family packs up and heads out into the woods. There, they are greeted by family and friends. Soon, everyone pitches in to set up the tables, build the bonfire, and hang tarps over tree branches. Together they share a meal, combine their musical talents, and simply enjoy being together.
Thanksgiving in the Woods by Phyllis Alsdurf is based on the true story of a family that has been hosting an outdoor feast for their family and friends each year in upstate New York. This story is filled with lyrical text and beautiful illustrations. It would be a great way to start a discussion about the different Thanksgiving traditions your students celebrate!
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I love reading stories to my kids and I'm pretty sure they love it, too! ❤️❤️❤️❤️
