Share Some Kindness Bring Some Light
Author: April Stott
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Summary: Coco is a little girl and Bear is, well a bear! They are as different as they can be, but they are true friends who both appreciate the fact that they have kindness in their hearts. When Bear becomes sad because the other animals are afraid of him, Coco helps him develop a plan to “share some kindness and bring some light”. Will baking cookies to give away be all it takes to make friends with the other forest animals? You and your family will be sure to enjoy this sweet story of friendship.
Recommended Ages: 4 to 8 years
Themes, Skills, & Concepts: This is a great book to read to talk about what friendship is, and how to make friends and keep them.
Extension Activities: Check out the kindness activities on the author’s website. Click here!
The Legend of the Beaver's Tail
Author: As told by Stephanie Shaw
Illustrator: Gijsbert van Frankenhuyzen
Summary: Beaver loves his beautiful, glorious tail and he is not shy about bragging to his animal friends about its magnificence. This Ojibwe People legend retells the story of how Beaver's tail came to be.
Recommended Ages: 7-10 years
Themes, Skills, & Concepts: The Legend of the Beaver is a great introduction into the concept of legends and their importance in a variety of cultures. This one focuses on Native American culture, which is always appropriate to focus on during the Thanksgiving holidays.
Extension Activities: This Native American legend is the perfect jumping off point for a little research of Native American tribes, customs and cultures. Read the attached blog for ideas for a STEM activity to build ""like a beaver""! Click here!
Four Feet, Two Sandals
Author: Karen Lynn Williams and Khadra Mohammed
Illustrator: Doug Chayka
Summary: Lina lives in a refugee camp in Pakistan. On the day refugee workers bring shoes to the camp, she finds one beautiful sandal that fits her perfectly. She meets Feroza, the girl who has found the other beautiful sandal. The girls decide to share the sandals and a wonderful friendship begins.
Recommended Ages: 7-10 years
Themes, Skills, & Concepts: A beautiful, moving story of making the most of what you have and sharing with a grateful heart.
Extension Activities: The attached teaching guide to Four Feet, Two Sandals will provide so many discussion opportunities for your children, as well as geographic studies. Click here!
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