Posts Tagged ‘picture book’
Teaching Resources for Giving Thanks: A Native American Good Morning Message
Giving Thanks: A Native American Good Morning Message Mohawk parents have traditionally taught their children to start each day by giving thanks to Mother Earth. “To be a human being is an honor, and we offer thanksgiving for all the gifts of life,” begins the Thanksgiving Address. This Native American good morning message is based…
Read MoreEla’s World: A Global Adventure Picture Book
Meet Ela, a curious young elephant living in the zoo and dreaming of becoming an explorer when she grows up. Ela is anxious to travel the world, meet different people, and speak new languages (a true Globe Trottin’ Kid!). Join a unique global adventure in Ela’s World, a picture book with words by Laura Caputo-Wickham…
Read MoreThis is the Way We Go to School: Book Review & Activities
While children all over the world go to school, the way they get there can be very different. Early morning commutes to school vary depending on where you live and the resources that are available. And some of the ways children get to school illustrate the sheer determination they have just to get there! Ask students to share…
Read MoreIt’s Back to School We Go! Book Review & Activities
It’s Back to School We Go! First Day Stories From Around the World by Ellen Jackson is a favorite global read aloud to start the year. Children from 11 different countries share what the first day of school is like for them. Disclosure: This post contains affiliate links. By clicking through and making a purchase,…
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