Tops and Bottoms: A Spring Tale of Determination and Persistence

by Resource Ranch | Language Arts, Learning Through Literature, Reading

Janet Stevens’s book Tops and Bottoms is a great spring read-aloud for introducing a planting unit, but there are also some valuable character lessons within the charming tale. Hare learns that even if you have made a mistake in the past, hard work and persistence can...

Too Many Carrots: Being Greedy and Learning to Share

by Resource Ranch | Reading, Language Arts, Learning Through Literature

The story, Too Many Carrots, has wonderful illustrations and gives many opportunities to talk with students about what a good friend should and shouldn’t do. Quick LinksToo Many Carrots SummaryRead Aloud Questions for Too Many CarrotsBefore ReadingDuring ReadingAfter...

Spring Is Here: A Delightful Tale Celebrating Friendship and Spring

by Resource Ranch | Reading, Language Arts, Learning Through Literature

Spring is Here by Will Hillenbrand is a perfect read-aloud choice for the classroom during the spring season. The book’s charming illustrations and simple text make it an ideal choice for young children. Quick LinksSummaryRead Aloud QuestionsBefore ReadingDuring...

One Is a Feast for a Mouse: A Thanksgiving Tale and Helpful Ideas Students Will Enjoy

by Resource Ranch | Reading, Holiday, Language Arts, Learning Through Literature

This fun cumulative Thanksgiving story of One Is a Feast for a Mouse becomes a bit of a cautionary tale when a little mouse quickly changes from grateful to greedy. Quick LinksSummaryRead Aloud QuestionsBefore ReadingDuring ReadingAfter ReadingConnecting Standards to...

Fletcher and the Falling Leaves: Finding Happiness in Change

by Resource Ranch | Reading, Language Arts, Learning Through Literature

Fletcher and the Falling Leaves reminds us that change doesn’t need to be worrisome and that there is beauty in every season of life. Quick LinksSummaryRead Aloud QuestionsBefore ReadingDuring ReadingAfter ReadingConnecting Standards to Fletcher and the Falling...

What Could Make November Read Alouds More Fun Than A Turkey For Thanksgiving?

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...