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Starting a new school year can feel overwhelming for young students. Using back-to-school books about emotions is an excellent way to help children understand and express their feelings from day one. These books offer comfort and guidance while making emotional learning engaging and accessible. 1. The Color Monster: Teaching Emotions with Colours The Color Monster […]
Iceberg by Claire Saxby, illustrated by Jess Racklyeft, may just be the standout triumph of 2022 picture books. It’s a must-have, keep-forever type of book for every classroom library. Books+Publishing praised Iceberg as: “Richly informative and brimming with detailed facts presented in lyrical, sophisticated, evocative language … Text and image balance each other perfectly in […]
Just One Bee by Margrete Lamond and Anthony Bertini, illustrated by Christopher Nielsen, is a stunning picture book from 2022 CBCA Shortlist. It’s an inspiring story about hope, determination, and teamwork — showing children how small actions can lead to big change. These Just One Bee activities will help your students connect deeply with the […]
Stellarphant by James Foley is a must-have picture book for every classroom. These Stellarphant activities are perfect for exploring big ideas like courage, determination, diversity, and equality — all while inspiring students to dream big and reach for the stars. Why Teach Stellarphant? When Stella the elephant decides she wants to be an astronaut, Space […]
Walk of the Whales by Nick Bland is a beautifully written and illustrated picture book that inspires deep conversations about humanity’s impact on the environment. These Walk of the Whales activities and teaching ideas will help your students think critically about conservation, empathy, and positive change. 🌊 Why Teach Walk of the Whales? When all […]
The Imagineer by Christopher Cheng is a wonderful picture book that inspires curiosity and creativity. If you are looking for The Imagineer activities to use in your classroom, this post will give you fresh teaching ideas that encourage students to design, plan, and create their own inventions. When I read this book with my children, […]
As Anzac Day approaches, it’s important to find simple ways to teach young children about this significant day. Picture books provide an excellent opportunity to introduce children to bravery, sacrifice, and remembrance in an engaging and age-appropriate way. In this post, we’ll explore five picture books that help young learners understand Anzac Day, along with […]
Family Tree by Josh Pyke and Ronojoy Ghosh is a beautifully illustrated story about family, diversity, and the changing seasons of life. This heartfelt book was selected for the Australian Library and Information Association’s (ALIA) National Simultaneous Storytime (NSS) in 2022, where children across Australia came together to enjoy the same story at the same […]
If you’re looking for Bear Says Thanks activities to engage your students this Thanksgiving, you’re in the right place! Bear Says Thanks by Karma Wilson and Jane Chapman is a perfect read-aloud for teaching gratitude, sharing, and friendship in the classroom. The story follows a lonely bear who decides to throw a feast, and his […]
World Space Week is a United Nations–declared celebration of space held every year from October 4–10. It’s the largest space event in the world and the perfect opportunity for teachers to spark curiosity in students about science, technology, engineering, and space exploration. Using books about space in your classroom can make learning both fun and […]
