APRIL SHOWERS BRING “MUD!” It is that time of the year when I watch the plants poke their little heads through the damp, cold, muddy earth.  Every child should have the chance to see this spring event.  They should be able to predict: what will happen as the flowers grow what color will they bewhat kind of flower is it (daisy, tulip, etc.)how ...

Most boys will tell you that they hate to read because 'Books are boring!' or 'Reading is for girls!' Have you heard similar sentiments from your boys? I'm sure you have. This problem is easily solved by giving them books that they would want to read. Use a reading interest survey to find out what they like. Each child is different but I've ...

Most boys will tell you that they hate to read because 'Books are boring!' or 'Reading is for girls!' Have you heard similar sentiments from your boys? I'm sure you have. This problem is easily solved by giving them books that they would want to read. Use a reading interest survey to find out what they like. Each child is different but I've ...

I'm so excited to have finished this freebie for y'all!!! It's an eight-page sequencing activity that goes with this book: I included sequencing cards that you can use during small groups or you could use them as a whole group activity.  There's also an independent sequencing activity for the kids to do (cut and paste the events ...

World Book Day is taking place on Thursday 7th march 2013. These fabulous, fun ideas have play ideas, crafts and activities to celebrate the day and help encourage children to love reading every day of the year.   50 fabulous World Book Day activities The best way to encourage children to do something is . . . → Read More: 50 fabulous, fun ...

These are among some of the most highly recommended picture books for children. Llama Llama Time to Share Fun to read aloud and helpful to children and parents alike, Llama Llama Time to Share is for any child who needs a little encouragement in sharing.  Pete the Cat and His Four Groovy Buttons Pete the Cat is ...

These are among some of the most highly recommended picture books for children. Llama Llama Time to Share Fun to read aloud and helpful to children and parents alike, Llama Llama Time to Share is for any child who needs a little encouragement in sharing.  Pete the Cat and His Four Groovy Buttons Pete the Cat is ...

Remember those classic tales you grew up on, written and rewritten by so many by different authors? Well here's a new spin on them... The villains in the stories are now getting to tell their side of the story. Now, having read them, I too like my students, feel empathy for these characters! It's a great way to start the teaching the author's ...

Remember those classic tales you grew up on, written and rewritten by so many by different authors? Well here's a new spin on them... The villains in the stories are now getting to tell their side of the story. Now, having read them, I too like my students, feel empathy for these characters! It's a great way to start the teaching the author's ...

Seriously.  This book has ALL of that! And the best part is the kids LOVED it! They were glued to each page, begging me to share the next one!  And the colors/illustrations are amazing! In this text, the kids will learn about: * vivid verbs (with all the jungle animals) * manners (how to deal with ...