K-3 Book Reviews, Puppets, Colouring, Clip Art
Inside: Book review of Red Sings from Treetops plus follow-up activities. Hello! I have the most glorious book to share with you today. I know you’re going to love it as much as I do. Title: Red Sings from Treetops: A Year in Colors Author: Joyce Sidman Illustrator: Pamela Zagarenski Publishing: HMH Books for Young Readers, 2009 Theme: Colours, Seasons, … Read more
Inside: Directions for some super cute llama art project. Hello! My friend Michelle had her Grade 1 and 2 students draw these ridiculously cute llamas! Have a look. Aren’t they the sweetest? I just love their beautiful eyes and eyelashes. Directions: Michelle found a picture of a llama and did a directed drawing with the kids. ‘m assuming they were … Read more
Inside: Book review of The Wild Robot. I don’t think I’ve ever reviewed a chapter book on this blog, but after reading The Wild Robot, I absolutely HAD to share it with you. I’m really surprised I didn’t stumble across this book a lot earlier because it’s been around for two years and I LOVE Peter Brown’s picture book My … Read more
Inside: Review of a children’s book by John Lennon, Imagine. Title: Imagine Author: John Lennon Illustrator: Jean Jullien Publishing: Clarion Books, 2017 Theme: Peace, Love, Equality Age: 4-12 Summary (from the book flap): Join one little pigeon as she sets out on a journey to spread a message of hope and tolerance around the world. Featuring the lyrics of John … Read more
I’m reviewing a new book by Glen A. Penrod called Sew What? Title: Sew What? Author: Glen A Penrod Illustrator: Kelly Echevarria Publishing: Dymon Publications, 2017 Ages: 5-7 Summary: A cute story about working together, written almost entirely in one-syllable words, with a few tongue twisters thrown in for fun. Gives children reading practice through repetition, rhythm and word play. … Read more
Inside: Book review of Don’t Ever Look Behind Door 32 PLUS a free printable number matching game DISCLOSURE: I received a free copy of this book to review (opinions are my own). TITLE: Don’t Ever Look Behind Door 32 AUTHOR: B.C.R. Fegan ILLUSTRATOR: Lenny Wen PUBLISHING: 2017, TaleBlade Press INTENDED AUDIENCE: Ages 3-8 THEME: Fantasy, Suspense, Mystery RATING:⭐️⭐️⭐️⭐️ 4/5 OPENING … Read more
Inside: Review of The Little Red Hen and The Passover Matzah with resources and activities. I went the library to find a picture book about Easter when I stumbled upon a book about Passover, a Jewish spring celebration, which begins March 30 this year. As teachers we sometimes have to challenge ourselves to find books that are relevant to all … Read more
Inside: I Am Peace book review with related activities. When we learn to be in the here and now, we understand ourselves better, we see beauty, and we act with kindness, compassion and empathy. When we learn to pause and be present, we find our calm, our center, and our peace. When we feel our own sense of peace, we … Read more
Inside: 5 Valentine book reviews with lots of follow-up suggestions. Hello! I have a sweet treat for you today. I found 5 of the loveliest Valentine books for your kids or your primary classroom. The children in your life are sure to love these stories. Be sure to read to the end for links to some tried and true Valentine … Read more