This is a quick update on my blog post on “Starting Research with Elementary Students“. I have to be honest…I love getting silly with my students, and often find that they pay more attention when I do. One of my favorite “characters” that I “get silly with” is the French Story Chef, Madame Liptak! I…
Author: Ame Dyckman
Illustrator: Liz Climo
Summary: Wishing for a unicorn is something many kids do…but this book hilariously explains why this is NOT a good idea! From shedding, to scratching, jumping to chewing, the narrator tries valiantly to show you why wishing for a unicorn is the WORST possible thing to do. This book is sure to make you laugh, and keep on laughing even after the end!
Author: Aaron Blabey
Illustrator: Aaron Blabey
Summary: Meet Pig the Pug…a greedy and selfish doggie who refuses to share his toys. Meet Trevor, a wiener dog who tries to get Pig to play together and share his cool toys. Just when Pig stockpiles all his possessions in a mini-mountain, something happens that may change his outlook on sharing. Get ready to giggle at the ending!
It‘s Research Time! I love starting research with my elementary kids! You might call me crazy, but I actually love helping kids find things they are interested in learning about, and then connecting it to the research process. I’ve posted several blogs about doing research with K-2 as well as with the upper grades,…
Author: Nancy Rose
Illustrator: Nancy Rose
Summary: Another great sequel in "The Secret Life of Squirrels" saga by Nancy Rose! I absolutely love the creativity of the pictures, using real-life squirrels in hand-made sets. You and your kids will fall in love with Mr. Peanuts again, this time as he wishes for and finds someone special to have in his life.
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