Showing posts with label Dogs. Show all posts
Showing posts with label Dogs. Show all posts

Monday, November 18, 2013

Day 18 Going Bananas for Monkeys Picture Book Month #IMWAYR








 
Picture Book Month Day 18 theme: Monkeys
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Which is Round? Which is Bigger?
by Mineko Mamda

Readers compare pairs of objects and decide which one has the attribute the questions asks to be answered. This concept book is simple and fun but offers a cute twist at the end of the book. Bright, happy read. Lots of fun. 

Count the Monkeys by Mac Barnett has been one of my favorite Read Aloud books this year. Imagine a book about counting monkeys but the book itself is missing the monkeys! This book includes kids in on a joke that grownups don't see. Love it!



This week was Recycle Week for our city so I invited the Recycling Education representative out to share a storytime and tips on how to reduce, re-use, and recycle. Our kids loved it and they each received a canvas bag to take to the store in order to reduce the amount of plastic waste in our community. Here were the two books Dawn Stubblefield read to students.





Dawn Stubblefield gave an excellent presentation. She really knows kids and even when one kid tried to show off a little she expertly drew him back into the lesson. She incorporated multi-media, mnemonic devices, and showmanship to deliver an rememberable lesson.


Every student and parents who attended were each given a canvas grocery shopping bag to use in order to reduce the amount of plastic waste in our community. 

Books I Read and Blogged about this Past Week:
Click on the image caption to see the review and activities for each book. 
The Sea
Robots are Taking Over the Library
Cats and Dogs
Magical World of Books






The Zoo!
Micez
Bears 

This week, we have been exploring the meaning of being thankful. Our good friend Bear helped us understand the concept of being thankful for friends, food, and home.

Below are some nice books to use for teaching Thankfulness



I also started reading YA Fiction Guitar Notes by Mary Amato. 
It is really good so far.



Have a great reading week.

Julee

Friday, November 15, 2013

Dogs and Cats Picture Book Month Day 15


Picture Book Month Day 15 theme: Dogs and Cats
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Here are three of my favorite books to use when introducing a poetry unit. Kids are sometimes resistant to poetry but who can resist these sweet little fellas? Come on, just look at him. Is that the face of a naughty puppy?

Big dogs, little dogs, naughty dogs, and sweet dogs all share their special stories and describe themselves. The pictures are adorable and the poetry is "spot" on. I couldn't resist that bit of doggie humor. These dog inspired poems are simply the best.

Browse Inside Once I Ate a Pie








13 cats with very different and distinct personalities share a glimpse into the world of cats in this delightful book by the wonderful and gifted Patricia Maclachlan.










...and now more from the cat's perspective.


Who can resist the new King of Cats-Pete the Cat has captured the attention and love of kids and parents alike. He is one cool cat and makes for a terrific read aloud.














Wednesday, November 21, 2012

Help Me, Mr. Mutt!

Picture Book Month
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Day 21 theme: DOGS


Help Me, Mr. Mutt!

A humorous picture book from an interesting perspective. Dogs write to Mr. Mutt hoping for some sage advice on how to handle their people problems. Mr. Mutt thoughtfully answers each letter despite the involvement of an obnoxious cat. This 2009-2012 Texas Bluebonnet Award winner is a wonderful read aloud picture book that is the cat's meow. I mean, a real treat for all dog lovers everywhere.






Help Me, Mr. Mutt!
Expert Answers For Dogs with People Problems

(description from Harper Collins)
Responding to disgruntled dogs nationwide, Mr. Mutt, Canine Counselor, has solutions to the most sticky dilemmas. But Mr. Mutt has his own problem to solve: the cat (aka The Queen), who has her own idea of who’s in charge. Now Mr. Mutt is the one who needs help—quick!
Through letters and newspaper clippings—and with plenty of their trademark humor—Janet Stevens and Susan Stevens Crummel give voice to despairing dogs everywhere.

Help Me, Mr. Mutt! Teaching Resources

Visit the author/illustrator dynamic sister duo:


The Monarch Awards discussion guide

Letter Writing Unit at Erica Bohrer's Frist Grade Blog

Dog jokes, games, and activities for kids 

Out and About With Your Dog

Hello Kids dog jokes

Rusty's Ridiculous Riddles and Jokes About Dogs

Fun little game: Can You Make Pavlov's dog drool on demand?


Help Me, Mr. Mutt Discussion Guide by Harcourt Books


Help Me, Mr. Mutt! Discussion Guide