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A Bad Case of Stripes by David Shannon is a Caldecott medal of honor book that offers a valuable lesson on identity, acceptance, and being true to oneself. The simple message of the book shows students that it’s better to be yourself and others will accept you just as you are. It’s a great addition to your read aloud activities… Read More
Teaching kindness is just as important as teaching reading and math, especially in the formative years of kindergarten and first grade. It’s one of the most important social emotional learning skills for children to learn. One of the most effective ways to instill this value is through engaging children’s books that demonstrate the power of simple acts of kindness. From… Read More
It’s almost time for one of my favorite holidays of the year – Thanksgiving. I can almost smell the turkey cooking in the oven and the sounds of the Macy’s Thanksgiving Day parade on the television! How can you take this excitement and turn it into a meaningful project in your first-grade classroom? Read on to see how you can… Read More
Whether you’re looking for the perfect first grade read alouds to kick off the school year, searching for captivating chapter books to engage your students, or simply seeking stories with beautiful illustrations, we’ve got you covered. In this blog post, we’ve compiled a list of 50 fantastic picture books that are sure to delight your first graders. From classic tales… Read More
