Monday, November 7, 2011. Barbara Cooney was born on August 6, 1917, in Brooklyn, New York along with her twin brother. She never felt the love for the city that she felt for Maine, which was where she spent her summers as a child. The Year of the Ranch. I Want to Go Home. Animals Should Definitely Not Wear C.

Tuesday, December 6, 2011. Written and Illustrated by Kevin Henkes. She also tells the girls that she is going to name her baby Chrysanthemum. Chrysanthemum was so happy and never had a problem with the girls again. The two major themes that can be connected to this book are bullying and family. After the book is read, have the students each create one poster against bullying. The posters should be colorful, include why bullying is bad, and ways to help stop bullying. With permission on the build.

Wednesday, November 9, 2011. Most of her books are fairy tale or folk tale stories that have been told for generations. The theme of this book is working together is better than working alone. What is your favorite soup? Do you and your family make home made soup or store bought? Together as a class list all the favorite soups. List what makes each of their soups special to them. Who wants to make stone soup? Please Stop Laughing At Me.

Saturday, December 3, 2011. This book is an educational information book exploring different countries. It looks at the land, wildlife, the people, daily life, school, work, play, food, holidays, and land contrasts. It provides fast facts about the country and a glossary of terms for children to learn. Make a web chart with the .

Wednesday, December 7, 2011. Where The Wild Things Are by Maurice Sendak. Where The Wild Things Are. One night Max put on his wolf suit and got into all kinds of mischielf. When he was sent to his room with no supper, he began to dream about a wild place. He was the king of all the beastly animals and they pranched around doing wild things. Until one day, Max realized where he really wanted to be. For more info about the author. What should you have done? .

Monday, December 5, 2011. Have students do a think-pair-share activity about what they know about the Ancient Egyptians and their pyramids! Have students .

The activities provide ways to use these books in the already structured classroom setting. Good books are important for children in all grades. This list includes some of my personal favorites for all different grades! Tuesday, September 27, 2011. Chains by Laurie Halse Anderson.

Wednesday, November 30, 2011. How the Grinch Stole Christmas. How the Grinch Stole Christmas. Realizing what is important in the holiday season. The Whos were happy even without tangible items, just like we should be. My students were able to list the items they could live without in the classroom. We even did it for the day! Thanksgiving Is For Giving Thanks. Thanksgiving Is For Giving Thanks.

Wednesday, December 14, 2011. The Potty Book for Girls. The Potty Book for Girls. I will read the book to the children showing them the pictures in the book. I will also bring out some teddy bears and clothes for the teddy bears. Houghton Mifflin Books for Children.

Saturday, December 3, 2011. A is for Abigail- An Almanac of Amazing American Women. Written by Lynne Cheney and Illustrated by Robin Preiss Glasser. Cheney, the former 2nd wife the the United States of America. To find out more click here. Written by Alan Durant and Illustrated by Debi Glio.