Here are some great books we’ve been talking about in class.
Last Stop on Market Street
by: Matt De La Pena illustrated by: Christian Robinson
Use this diverse book to teach your kids:
*Not to judge others by appearances
*To serve others
*To find beauty in all walks of life
Educator ideas for extensions:
Educator Carol Hurst discusses social skills and emotions. What can we infer from CJ’s attitude at the beginning and end of the book?
http://www.carolhurst.com/titles/laststoponmarket.html
The Library Lion
by: Michelle Knudsen illustrated by:Kevin Hawkes
Kids love how the big lion becomes a helper in the library
Teach your kids:
*Not to judge by appearances (but you should still strive for excellence in the way you present yourself)
*Sometimes it’s okay to break the rules (especially if someone is hurt)
*Forgive others when they are sorry
Educator ideas for extensions:
Retell the story from the lion’s point of view. Write a prequel or sequel to the story. When is it okay to break rules?
https://www.teachingideas.co.uk/library/books/library-lion
El Deafo
by: Cece Bell
Use this graphic novel especially with reluctant readers to teach:
*We all have different strengths and abilities
*Treat others the way in which you want to be treated
*Always try to be kind
Educator ideas for extensions:
Discuss how text and pictures in a graphic novel work together. How do these elements play off each other in El Deafo?
https://sites.google.com/site/eldeafobook2cloud/for-teachers
Apple Pie 4th of July
by: Janet S. Wong illustrated by: Margaret Chodos-Irvine
Who wants to eat Chinese food on the 4th of July? Lots of people!
Use this diverse book to teach about:
*Cultural diversity
*Immigrants
*Being proud of who you are
Amazing Grace
Educator ideas for extensions:
What are ways to promote diversity in the classroom? What are some social action activities kids can do?
