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Tuesday Tales: Groundhog Weather School, a Groundhog’s Day book

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*Picture book for kindergarten students through third graders
*Groundhog teacher as main character
*Rating: A perfect picture book to celebrate Groundhog’s Day or to supplement a weather unit in science!
Short, short summary: Rabbit (and a few other animals) write to Professor W. Groundhog about his weather forecast on Feb. 2. [...]

December 29, 2009 in Art activities, Books With Social Studies Content, Books with Science Content, Books with Science Content, Elementary Educators, Holub Joan, Picture Book, Preschool to 1st grade teachers, Reading Skills, Shared Writing, Sorra Kristin, Tuesday Tales, Writing Skills
Tags: Groundhog Weather School, Groundhog's Day, holiday picture books, Joan Holub, Kristin Sorra | 6 Comments »

Un-Forgettable Fridays: A Gift by Yong Chen

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Chinese New Year
February 14, 2010
*Picture book for preschoolers through second graders, contemporary, multicultural
*Young girl as main character
*A Gift is a good introduction to the Chinese New Year for young children with wonderful illustrations and a nice family message!
Short, short summary:
A Gift by Yong Chen tells the story of Amy, whose [...]

November 20, 2009 in Art activities, Books With Social Studies Content, Chen Yong, Elementary Educators, Making Personal Connections, Personal Connections, Picture Book, Preschool to 1st grade teachers, Research Ideas, Un-Forgettable Friday
Tags: A Gift, Chinese New Year, holiday picture books, Multicultural, Yong Chen | No Comments »