by Resource Ranch | Reading, Holiday, Language Arts, Learning Through Literature
A Turkey for Thanksgiving by Eve Bunting has been one of my favorite Thanksgiving picture books for many years. My students have always been engaged by the story and love the surprise ending. Quick LinksSummaryRead Aloud QuestionsBefore ReadingDuring ReadingAfter...
by Resource Ranch | Reading, Language Arts, Learning Through Literature
Students can easily relate to the “I’ll trade you” theme throughout this lovely fall picture book. Quick LinksSummaryRead Aloud Questions for The Scarecrow’s HatBefore ReadingDuring ReadingAfter ReadingConnecting Standards to The Scarecrow’s...
by Resource Ranch | Reading, Language Arts, Learning Through Literature
Too Many Pumpkins is one of my favorite fall books to share in the classroom. I love how this story starts with too many pumpkins but ends with just enough seeds. It is a great lesson in problem solving. Quick LinksSummaryRead Aloud QuestionsBefore ReadingDuring...
by Resource Ranch | Reading, Language Arts, Learning Through Literature
Pumpkin Soup is a fall favorite for the story and illustrations. It also leads well to talking about friendship and working together when not everyone agrees. Quick LinksSummaryRead Aloud QuestionsBefore ReadingDuring ReadingAfter ReadingConnecting Standards to...
by Resource Ranch | Reading, Holiday, Language Arts, Learning Through Literature
This silly series by Wendi Silvano is a first-grade favorite and Turkey Trick or Treat is a great read-aloud choice to add to your Halloween week lesson plans! Quick LinksSummaryRead Aloud QuestionsBefore ReadingDuring ReadingAfter ReadingConnecting Standards to...
by Resource Ranch | Reading, Holiday, Language Arts, Learning Through Literature
If you have ever taught on Halloween, you know the excitement to come can be very distracting. The Little Old Lady Who Was Not Afraid of Anything is a perfect read-aloud to combine movement and keep students engaged. Quick LinksThe Little Old Lady Who Was Not Afraid...
