Common to many preschool and primary classrooms is a mailbox, as letter writing is one of the early literacy standards. Whether children are writing with letter like forms or forming actual sentences, the act is significant in the process of learning to read and create written … [Read more...]
Children’s Literature about Nature: Pacha’s Pajamas Featuring Mos Def
A story written by nature, Pacha's Pajamas has an impressive list of endorsements. Van Jones, Julia Butterfly, Vandana Shiva, Mos Def, etc. all give this story positive praise. Pacha’s Pajamas is an urban fairy tale that centers on a little girl with big dreams. One night, the … [Read more...]
Children’s Literature: My Name is not Alexander
In the spirit of My Name is not Isabella, Jennifer Fosberry has created a version for boys. My Name Is Not Alexander is the story of a little boy that dreams of being amazing men from history. From Jackie Robinson to Chief Joseph, this book not only teaches our children about … [Read more...]
5 Green Gifts: Can We Save the Tiger, Scholastic Storybook Treasures, Innobaby, Rain Tees, & Fair Trade Chocolate
1. Can We Save the Tiger? I am in love with Can We Save the Tiger? by Martin Jenkins. The illustrations by Vicky White are top notch! Amazing compositions and detail, that is what attracts me to this book so much. The text is filled with informative, yet developmentally … [Read more...]
Children’s Literature: Bumblelina
Bumblelina by Sherrie A. Madia, Ph.D. and illustrated by Patrick Carlson is a simple story about a little, preschool bee. She is small and can't fly like her peers, but she doesn't give up. Eventually a gust of wind helps her out, and she learns to flap her wings. Her friends … [Read more...]