Shark Dog
Author: Ged Adamson
Illustrator: Ged Adamson
Summary: When you go on a trip with your famous explorer dad, there's no telling what you may find! But I bet you never expected to find a shark dog! At first, taking your Shark Dog home might seem like a good idea. But what happens when Shark Dog gets homesick? Do you keep him or take him back?
Recommended Ages: 4 to 6 years
Themes, Skills, & Concepts: This would be a fun book to read to talk about explorers as well as what makes a good pet.
Extension Activities: Check out these fun book activities! Click here!
Little Red Riding Hood Sheep
Author: Linda Ravin Lodding
Illustrator: Cale Atkinson
Summary: Arnold, a Heidschnuke sheep, convinces Eugene to let him be in his story. But what follows is a series of humorous rewrites and additions to the fairy tale "Little Red Riding Hood". Kids of all ages will be laughing out loud with each turn of the page!
Recommended Ages: 5 to 9 years
Themes, Skills, & Concepts: This is a fun book to use when talking about Fairy Tales, but also can be great to help talk to kids about writing and revising stories.
You Must Bring a Hat!
Author: Simon Philip
Illustrator: Kate Hindley
Summary: Have you ever received an invitation to a party? Follow along as the young boy tries desperately to follow the series of unusual "rules" in order to be let into the party. Will he ever be allowed in?
Recommended Ages: 3 to 7 years
Themes, Skills, & Concepts: This would be a great book to use to talk about and practice sequencing of events.
Extension Activities: Create your own origami hat. Click here!
If Sharks Disappeared
Author: Lily Williams
Illustrator: Lily Williams
Summary: Sharks are an important part to the ocean ecosystem. But what if they disappeared? This book takes readers on a step by step look at how the planet's ecosystem would change if sharks suddenly were no longer in the oceans. Don't forget to read the back of the book to find out ways that YOU can help save sharks!
Recommended Ages: 5 to 9 years
Themes, Skills, & Concepts: This is a fabulous book to talk about ecosystems and how every animal and plant in an ecosystem is important.
Everywhere, Wonder
Author: Matthew Swanson
Illustrator: Robbi Behr
Summary: Did you know that you can find ideas for stories EVERYWHERE? From the pyramids of Egypt to the high hills of Japan, wonders can be found as long as you pay attention. With each turn of the page, the author brings the reader on a story adventure. Can you spot the unexpected story gifts on each page?
Recommended Ages: 5 to 9 years
Themes, Skills, & Concepts: This is a great book to use to talk about where to get ideas for stories to write.
Extension Activities: Create your own story using an idea from the book Click here!
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