Theme/Topic Inventions Why We Chose This Theme/Topic:Inventions are the driving force behind progress and innovation in our world. They spark curiosity, inspire creativity, and solve real-world problems. Introducing this unit helps students understand the impact of inventions on everyday life and encourages them to think like inventors. This exploration fosters critical thinking, collaboration, and problem-solving […]
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Text Set: Celebrating Individuality in the Classroom
Theme/Topic: Individuality Why We Chose This Theme/Topic: Individuality is the cornerstone of a thriving, diverse classroom environment. Emphasizing the unique qualities of each student fosters self-esteem, encourages respect for differences, and promotes a sense of belonging. By exploring the theme of individuality, we can help students recognize and celebrate what makes them special, while also […]
Text Set: Building Friendship in Your Classroom
Theme/Topic: Friendship Why We Chose This Theme/Topic: Friendship is a fundamental aspect of human experience that shapes our interactions and emotional well-being. Teaching about friendship helps students understand the value of kindness, empathy, and cooperation. By exploring this theme, we can foster a classroom environment where students learn to build meaningful connections, resolve conflicts, and […]
Book Review: The Crayon Man, by Natascha Biebow
Why I Picked It Up: I found this book as a result of a Crayola obsession, biography madness, and an author visit. Anyone who has been to our sessions knows that we love biographies. We love that it provides a little historical insight, and we love learning about people’s persistence and accomplishments, but mostly we […]
Book Review: Princess Pineapple, by Sabina Hahn
Why I Picked It Up What’s not to love about misguided princesses and pineapples? Honestly, I had to read the book after hearing about it on a blog. In this book, a little girl is convinced she is a princess and intends to prove it. This sounded like an excellent book for adults and kids […]
Short and Sweet, by Josh Funk
Love at First Browse… We fell in love with Lady Pancake and Sir French Toast back in November 2015. The new, eye-catching duo was placed tauntingly in a centralized display at Barnes and Noble. Unsure of what to expect, we slowly perused the adventures of the exquisite pair. By the end, we were hooked and […]
