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Groundhog Day Coloring Pages

Groundhog Day Coloring Pages

January 22, 2024

With Groundhog Day just around the corner, I wanted to share some coloring pages that your students will love. These activities are not only a great way to celebrate Groundhog Day, but they also reinforce the math skills students have learned so far this school year. GROUNDHOG DAY COLORING PAGES I don’t know about you, but Groundhog Day seems to… Read More

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Books for the 100th Day of School

Books for the 100th Day of School

January 11, 2021

The 100th Day of School is a big milestone for young students. Here are some books to help you celebrate the 100th Day of School! You can click on any of the titles below to learn more about each book. Or click the buttons to shop for these books on Amazon and Bookshop. BOOKS FOR THE 100TH DAY OF SCHOOL… Read More

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Reasons Why Books Make Great Gifts

Reasons Why Books Make Great Gifts

December 14, 2020

Birthdays, holidays, and milestone celebrations happen all year round. Looking for the perfect gift? Here are 10 reasons why books make great gifts. REASONS WHY BOOKS MAKE GREAT GIFTS Something for Everyone No matter the age or interest of that someone special in your life, there’s a book out there just waiting to be read. If you need some help… Read More

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Books about Christmas Trees

Books about Christmas Trees

November 30, 2020

Christmas is my favorite holiday of the year. There’s something magical about curling up under a blanket with the glow of the lights from the tree. Sometimes we watch movies and other times we enjoy books. Here are some picture books about Christmas trees that we love. You can click on any of the titles below to learn more about… Read More

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Presidents’ Day Books for Kids

Presidents’ Day Books for Kids

February 17, 2020

What are your favorite Presidents’ Day books for kids? These Presidents’ Day books for kids may just inspire one of your students to run for POTUS in the future! You can click on any of the titles below to learn more about each book or find all of these books about Presidents’ Day on my Amazon page. Presidents’ Day Books… Read More

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St. Patrick’s Day Books for Kids

St. Patrick’s Day Books for Kids

March 8, 2018

Between the leprechauns and the elusive search for the pot of gold at the end of the rainbow, there’s no denying that kids get excited about St. Patrick’s Day! As teachers, it’s important to build upon that excitement and interest. I love to do that through literature. Here are some great books to read with your students near St. Patrick’s Day…. Read More

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🎶 On the first day of Christmas…🎵 These are not y 🎶 On the first day of Christmas…🎵

These are not your typical advent calendars! Each of these books features a new chapter of the story to read every day as we count down the days to Christmas.

And it’s not too late to add these to your cart. I’m pretty sure you won’t go on the naughty list if you have to read a couple of chapters a day to catch up! 😉 

🧑‍🎄 The Christmas Contest 
@simonkids 
Santa notices that there are too many kids on the nice list. He  worries he won’t be able to deliver all of the presents by himself. He decides to find a new apprentice by holding a contest featuring sledding, a reindeer rodeo, and Yule log eating! But who will win?

🎄Jingle All the Way Home
@clarionbooks @harperkids 
When Chris discovers a puppy wedged in his family’s chimney on Christmas morning, he knows exactly how it got there because the dog tells him. Jingle stowed away in Santa’s sleigh, got left behind accidentally, and he can talk! Can Chris, his big sister, Holly, and her best friend, Ivy, find a way to help Jingle return to the North Pole?

A big thank you to the publishers for sharing these books with my family!

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If you could build the perfect town, what would it If you could build the perfect town, what would it look like?

🌳 Would it include spectacular trees with walkways that rise high above the ground?

🦒 Would you add an open-air zoo with well-behaved animals, including Jurassic and mythical creatures? 

🤖 Would there be robots running the grocery store where all items are free? 

📚 Would your library be filled with cozy nooks and stacks of books, where no one tells you what you can and can’t read?

Those are just some of the ideas Jack shares with Mayor McKay in Chris Van Dusen’s latest book, If I Built a Town.

I love that all of these books encourage kids to explore their imagination without limitations. They would be a great addition to your home or classroom library!

If I Built Series
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🔗 Ready to check out more books that inspire creativity?
Blog Post: https://storiesbystorie.com/childrens-books-that-inspire-creativity/

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If you love Strictly No Elephants as much as I do, If you love Strictly No Elephants as much as I do, you’ll want to read The Trouble with Giraffes. 

In this follow-up story, a young girl is on her way to Pet Club with her giraffe. When they get there, her giraffe is too tall to fit inside. I guess it’s a good thing there’s some delicious salad right outside the clubhouse window!

After the girl gets hurt, her friends are ready with a welcome back party at the clubhouse. When she realizes just how high off the ground it is, she starts questioning how welcoming the Pet Club actually is - especially if some can’t get inside. 

Can she find a way to make sure All Are Welcome, just like the sign on the door says?

This sweet story reminds us that friendship often requires a lot of compromise. But when one friend can’t quite reach the middle, a true friend will meet you more than halfway. It combines a story of friendship with an important message about inclusion and accessibility.

Have you read 🦒 The Trouble with Giraffes or 🐘 Strictly No Elephants yet?

Thank you @simonkids for sharing this book with my family! I can’t wait to see if more books are added to The Pet Club series by @lisamantchev and @yooillustration ! 

 

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Jasper Rabbit is back!! We’ve seen him tackle Cre Jasper Rabbit is back!!

We’ve seen him tackle Creepy Carrots, a Creepy Crayon, and a Creepy Pair of Underwear. This time he has a different tale to share…one filled with chills AND chuckles.

In this story we meet Charlie Marmot. Unfortunately, his tonsils are infected and need to come out. He’s nervous about the operation, but excited about the extra ice cream. Then he has the brilliant idea to keep his tonsils so he can take them to school for show-and-tell! On the big day, Charlie opens wide. However, when the doctor looks inside, the tonsils are already gone! 

This longer chapter book combines the writing style we’ve come to know and love with a plot that will make you feel like you’ve entered The Twilight Zone. With a touch of eerie excitement, get ready for an adventure filled with laughter and an unexpected twist! Perfect for readers of the original series who are ready for a few more thrills and chills!

📚 Do you have a favorite Creepy Tale?

Thank you @simonkids for sharing this book with my family!

 

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A heartfelt thank you to Peter Brown for captivati A heartfelt thank you to Peter Brown for captivating readers of all ages with The Wild Robot series! Your ability to bring Roz’s adventures to life in both chapter book and picture book form is nothing short of magical. 

The Wild Robot introduces us to Roz, and readers get to tag along as she finds herself on a strange, new island. Along the way she learns that the only way to survive is to adapt to her surroundings and learn from the other animals who live there. 

The Wild Robot on the Island might simplify Roz’s story, but the detailed, colorful illustrations draw young readers in. 

Combined, these stories are perfect for readers of all ages and attention spans. They remind us that adventure, friendship, and self-discovery can be beautifully explored in any format. 

Do you have a favorite book in The Wild Robot series?
 
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The magic is back! ⭐️ The Marvelous Now takes re The magic is back! ⭐️ 

The Marvelous Now takes readers on a journey to be mindful and present in the moment. Through colorful illustrations and rhyming text, kids will recognize and relate to feeling overwhelmed, worried, or rushed and learn ways to relax, unwind, and calm their minds. 

This book is the third in The Magical Yet series. Swipe through to take a peek inside! Thank you @angeladiterlizzi for sharing a personalized copy of your newest book with my family!

⭐️ Have you read this book yet?

🔗 Ready to check out more books about mindfulness?
Blog Post: https://storiesbystorie.com/childrens-books-about-mindfulness/

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💛 LIBRARY STACK 💛 Thought I’d take a moment to sh 💛 LIBRARY STACK 💛

Thought I’d take a moment to share what we have checked out from the library right now. I’m a bit behind schedule when it comes to reading and reviewing. I figured if I organized them a bit, I would be more motivated to dive into the stack. It will totally work, right?!?! 🤪

Which titles catch your eye first?

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