The Library Adventure uses affiliate links, see our policies for more information.Reader’s Theater is a literacy activity where scripts are adapted from works of children’s literature and each child takes on the role of a character from the story. By acting out their parts, kids gain practice in reading aloud, including the use of proper […]
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Australia-themed printables gathered here would help you to organize fun and educational activities for kids. Australia Day is just around the corner – it is a perfect time to stock […]
If you're like me, you want to do it all, and you want to do it all in a 60 minute period and give every piece of the lesson everything you've got! Well, this post will give you an example of a lesson where I was able to do just that! For my lesson using the book Abiyoyo, I was able to incorporate: Literacy Music Dramatic interpretation Art project Black History Month As an added bonus, I was even able to get in 5 minutes of practice for the All School Show song for 1st and 2nd grade classes after teaching the Abiyoyo lesson! Our show is March 26th, so we have to practice every class period! Abiyoyo is a story about a boy and his father who annoy the townspeople- the father with his magic tricks and the boy with his ukelele, so they are ostracized (the book even defines this term in the story!) to the outside of town. The boy's father always told him the story of Abiyoyo, a terrible monster who comes to terrorize the town. Inevitably, Abiyoyo comes one morning and the man and his son are closest to him so they set off to make him disappear! The boy sings the song about Abiyoyo while playing the ukelele and Abiyoyo dances and dances until he falls over. The boy's father is now able to make him disappear and the townspeople rejoice! While I read this story to the students, I showed them the pictures up until the actual monster, Abiyoyo, appears, then I turned the book away. This way, they had to imagine what this terrible monster looked like (this comes back later in the lesson)! I also teach them the song, so that they can sing along when it comes up. After reading it through one time, I assigned some students to be actors (boy, boy's father, Abiyoyo, and townspeople) and some students to play instruments for the sound effects in the book (ukelele, father's magic, eating sheep and cow, saw). This pandered to everyone's needs while hearing the story a second time- some students really love to play instruments and some really want to be actors and wear costumes- it just works out well! You could even choose a good reader to be the narrator if you wanted (gives you time to observe and take pictures!) I chose two kids to be Abiyoyo together and gave them a couple minutes to come up with a "dance" to do while the boy sings the song- they took this totally in stride and it was great when the dancing part came up! The instruments I used were: ukelele- kalimba Zoop!- maracas/guiros Eating animals- hand drum Saw- ratchet The boy's father (with his wand) and the boy After we act out/play instruments with the story, it's time to move on to the art portion of the lesson. I should point out that this could easily be a 3-lesson progression, I am just able to get it into one because I have long class periods. The art portion was easy to execute and tons of fun for the kids! Here's what you need: Gluesticks A bunch of multicolored paper ripped into small pieces (took me about 20 minutes to do this one morning and I have had enough for 3-4 classes so far) Half-sheets of white construction paper or card stock for a background We talk about the monster and what we think it needs according to the book's description (body, arms, legs, head, teeth, claws, hair) and then each kid receives paper, glue, and a handful of colored paper (I tell them it doesn't matter what colors they have, everyone is going to have an assortment and they can share). I give them between 15-20 minutes to do this. It's a very low-stress project it is really great to see the different monsters that the kids come up with! Below are some examples of mine: This was a great second installment of Black History Month lessons for 1st/2nd grade and the kids have had so much fun! Please feel free to steal the idea if you're interested and let me know if it is as fun and successful in your classroom! ~Ms. Patrician
Step into the enchanting world of children's literature, where imagination knows no bounds and stories come alive through the artistry of illustration. Ananta Mohanta, a distinguished illustrator with a global footprint, takes us on a journey through his creative process, showcasing the craftsmanship and passion that breathe life into his high-quality illustrations. From the bustling
This Around the USA Study takes a living literature tour through each of the 50 states as elementary children gain historical and geographical knowledge.
Welcome to the Free Resource Library for Montessori, early childhood and lower elementary teachers, parents and educators! I am thrilled to provide you with a curated selection of free printables. […]
This must have list of children's books about community and building community includes a printable list of books to take to the library.
ON SALE! New addition to our fabric collection, Cotton Jersey! Katia is a Spanish company, who's fabrics are rated OEKO-TEX Standard 100. ORIGINS is the title of the AW 20/21 Katia Fabrics collection. It takes a new look at classic children’s literature with characters that defy the archaic in search of new adventures. These are fun and playful stories that fuel the imagination of both children and adults. As a consequence, they promote equality and breakdown stereotypes. This collection is inspired by a return to our origins and a rural way of life where we can rescue and reinstate the best of this world and awaken the sense of sustainability in all of us. The prints in this collection will invigorate the children’s imaginations with stories about carefree, intrepid and endearing characters. Get ready to travel through time and be surprised by these contemporary tales. If you can dream it, you can sew it. Create and sew your own story with Katia Fabrics! Once upon a time... Chaperon Rouge: (Red Riding Hood) What would have happened if Little Red Riding Hood and her grandmother had been renowned karate experts? And if the ferocious wolf was an agreeable and kind vegetarian? This contemporary version of the fairy tale features an empowered Little Red Riding Hood and her grandmother who send out the most inspiring messages to our girls. This a is a panel, measuring 150cm (width of fabric) by 82cm. 95% Cotton 5% Elastane The panel is great making a t-shirt for sizes 2 to 12 years. Pattern not included, you can find it in the ORIGINS magazine. WOF (width of fabric) 145-150cm Fabric Weight: 210gr/mt² Coordinating prints: Jersey Carrots and Sweats Characters
Introducing a read aloud to inspire you to take a *chance*, featured in this week’s MaiStoryBook Library Collection: “What Do You Do with a Chance?” by Kobi Yamada and Mae Besom *…
You don't need a passport to travel around the world. These France activities for children while help take your kids on a multicultural adventure!
The kindergarten school in Prague, Czech Republic, comprises large classrooms, an influx of abundant light, and views stretching outwards to the playground and street.
Everyone is part of History, and every place has a story as old as the earth. My Place depicts the history of one particular piece of land in Sydney from 1788 to 1988 through the stories of the various children who have lived there. It aims to teach the reader about the history of Australia, […]
Children's Books that Promote Dramatic Play
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An hour lesson plan good for elementary classroom teachers, art teachers alike! All you need is paper, tissue paper, glue, black markers, brushes, and water! This is an art lesson based on children's literature. The lesson begins by reading "Ish", by Peter Reynolds and ends with children creating th...
We had fabulous fun with this row, which we did the week of September 8-12. I think it is Emma's favorite book so far. Papa Piccolo is...
Dimensions (Overall): 10.4 Inches (H) x 8.4 Inches (W) x .4 Inches (D)Weight: .9 PoundsSuggested Age: 4-9 YearsNumber of Pages: 32Genre: Juvenile FictionSub-Genre: Diversity & MulticulturalPublisher: Cuento de Luz SLFormat: HardcoverAuthor: Pilar López Ávila & Paula MerlánLanguage: EnglishStreet Date: April 1, 2020TCIN: 82969999UPC: 9788416733682Item Number (DPCI): 247-20-1479Origin: Made in the USA or Imported
Using Sonlight curriculum with multiple children is super easy and perfect for homeschools that have multiple children. Take a look at just how easy it is.
Written by Janet Fox
A collection of children's stories with links to their perfect Classical Music pairings, great for inspiring imaginative movement.
BILL'S JOURNEY AROUND THE WORLD BOOK By Dierk Himstedt Annette Himstedt Dolls The definitive book about the world of Annette Himstedt and her dolls! "Bill" takes us on a journey across the globe stopping in all the countries where Annette's children live. By chronicling and photographing all the Puppen kinder (both porcelain and vinyl) in their places of origin, we learn a little bit about each one. After Bills adventure we get a deep dive behind the scenes with a trip through Annette's studio and factory. This large 176 page hardbound book measures 14" tall and 11.5" wide and is packed with full color photos. Includes a chronological photo listing of all the puppen kinder (vinyl and porcelain) plus listings of all the kinder Collections by year. If you are an admirer or collector of these amazing dolls, then this book is a MUST! Condition: New
The mischievous and wise Anansi First graders have begun their unit on African art Royal kente, pic from Smithsonian wi...
Joel-Peter Witkin, Woman Once a Bird, 1990. Ando tan atareado-laberíntico que no tengo tiempo ni para escribir un post decente, así que ando colgando imágenes, que es lo propio de los melancólicos (aunque quizás los melancólicos de verdad se cuelgan de imágenes).
Want to take your kid's knowledge to the next level in your homeschool? 16 old-fashioned or vintage skills to boost your homeschool experience.
These engaging books will introduce children of all ages to Mexico's history, art, and culture. Read these books for Hispanic Heritage Month or anytime!
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Teaching empathy is important. In the simplest of terms, empathy is the ability to notice, understand, and share the emotions of others. It is a critical social skill for all people to have. In many ways, empathy is the social skill that paves the way for all other social skills. It helps us to take
Written by Patti B. A coworker of mine recently asked why I display children’s books in my music classroom. To this latchkey supervisor, the association was uncl…
Meet Quinn! A little person with a big heart full of empathy, kindness and compassion. One of the most important social skills a child can learn is empathy. This charming story uses carefully crafted verse, beautiful illustrations and a little person called Quinn to model the meaning of empathy. Empathy is a learnt trait and one to nurture in all children. Being able to understand how another person is feeling and recognizing their needs helps people connect to one another, across race, culture, and the diversity that is ever-present and so important to our world. Helpful and thought-provoking Discussion Questions are included as well as extra activities to promote empathy.
21 Literature Anchor Charts that unpack the standards to explicitly teach the standards. Plus: 22 Genre Posters Posting learning targets has become a great communication tool in order for students to become more active in their own learning. Breaking down or unpacking what they mean and may look like in their learning is the next step for children to take ownership of their new knowledge. Post their anchor charts near your learning targets and make them part of student dialogue as you break down their learning. I hope these anchor charts genre posters bridge the gap that many of us have felt throughout the past few years. Bonus: 22 Genre Anchor Posters
Children will have fun learning about the South American country of Chile with this FREE Printable Chile Coloring Page for kids of all ages!
