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Title: little tree!

Author: loren long

Illustrator: loren long

Published: October 27, 2015 – Philomel Books, an imprint of Penguin Young Readers Group

Suitable For Ages: Kindergarten – 3 years

Themes/Topics:  Science, nature, growing up, change

Opening:

“Once there was a little tree filled with little leaves…

who was surrounded by other little trees who had little leaves of their own.”

Brief Synopsis: A simple yet powerful story about change and the ability to let go no matter how difficult it is. This little tree in the forest symbolizes the inevitable struggles that occur when confronted with change and all those tough decisions that go along with it.

Why I Like This Book: Long’s brevity and beautiful illustrations present a simple yet powerful story with a resonating message for the young and old. An absolute gem! A must have for every Picture Book library.

Extensions for the book: 

http://www.forestinfo.org/lesson_plans/3-5

http://illinoisearlylearning.org/illinoispip/guides/trees.html

http://www.learningliftoff.com/kindergarten-science-learning-activity-symmetry-trees/#.VyNnyvkrJkh

https://www.plt.org/environmental-curriculum-resources-for-teachers?guide=10338

http://www.projectplantit.com/Site_Downloads/Teachers_Downloads/Teachers_Guide.pdf

http://facts.net/deciduous-forest-facts/

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Title: RAIN!

Author: Linda Ashman

Illustrator: Christian Robinson

Published: March 5, 2013 – Houghton Mifflin Books for Children –

Suitable For Ages: Pre-school – 3 years

Themes/Topics:  Opposites, perspective, nature, weather, kindness

Opening:

“Rain!”

“Nasty galoshes.”

“Blasted  overcoat.”

“There goes my hair…”

“Rain!”

“Is it raining cats and dogs?”

“It’s raining frogs and pollywogs!”

“Hippity – hop!”

Brief Synopsis: An endearing little story about a happy, young boy and a grumpy, old man who view the rainy day very differently.

Why I Like This Book: I absolutely love the message in this sweet story!

The paper cut like illustrations gently remind us about perspective.  We all see the world differently and our reaction to that can affect others in either a positive way or a negative way. Attitude can be contagious!

Extensions for the book: 

http://lindaashman.com/wp-content/uploads/2015/03/RAIN-Teachers-Guide.pdf

Primary	Upper Elementary/Secondary
Opposites – Compare/Contrast	Point of View T chart
Character chart	Topography changes to reflect voice
Sequencing events	Write a diary entry from the perspective of each character
Weather and Mood Word Charts	Research  how weather may affect mood – present findings

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