One of the best vegetables in autumn is the PUMPKIN! Here are 14 pumpkin books to read to your kids and students all about pumpkins. The first section lists seasonal-themed pumpkin books. The second lists Halloween-themed pumpkin books. Happy reading! Seasonal-Themed Pumpkin Books Apples and Pumpkins by Anne Rockwell, illustrated by Lizzy Rockwell On a […]
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Children’s Picture Books About Famous Artists
When we learn about famous artists in picture books and stories, it helps us know them. It gives them a place in our lives and in our children’s lives. Stories help us remember information. Which is why I love teaching children about great artists using narrative picture books. Here are our favorites, starting with a […]
Continue ReadingPoetry Books You Don’t Want to Miss
I want kids to read and love poetry. I really do. Why? Because while poems may seem easy to read because the words are concise and the text is short, the imagery, symbolism, and meaning generally pack a big punch. Which kids will appreciate later in life even more. Through the years, I’ve reviewed and […]
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Do your kids love dogs? Because if they do, here are children’s favorite dog books from board books to picture books to chapter books. If your kids are also cat enthusiasts, check out this list of the best books with CATS!! Best Board Books About Dogs Doggie by Sandra Boynton Count—and bark—with a fun pack […]
Continue ReadingThe Big List of Easter Books for Kids (Christian and Secular)
What should you read around Easter time? How about one of these recommended board and picture books? Find both Christian and secular Easter books below, starting with the Christian books first. Please comment below and tell me which books are your favorites. Or if I’ve missed any good titles. . . Christian Easter Books Ready, […]
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Read aloud picture books to exemplify how writers use smilies and metaphors to convey meaning. Use these mentor texts to teach similes and metaphors in your writing workshop. Picture Books to Teach Similes and Metaphors Being Edie Is Hard Today by Ben Brashares and Elizabeth Bergeland Edie is having a difficult day. She imagines she’s […]
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Reuse your old magazines and create found poetry from the words and phrases you discover on their pages. Found poetry takes kids on a treasure hunt for wonderful words and phrases. Then, they will use those words and phrases to find a poem; to write a “found” poem by collaging together something in a new, poetic way. […]
Continue ReadingNew Picture Books (March 2019)
My office is filled with piles of new picture books — it’s gotten a little out of control. Today, I’ll share with you some of my favorites from those piles. Or at least the piles I’ve read so far… I did pull out the nature books which I’ll share closer to Earth Day and the […]
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