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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 […]
Kids love Halloween — the costumes, the candy, the spooky stories! October is the perfect time to spark creativity with engaging Halloween writing activities for kids. These writing prompts and lesson ideas will help your students craft creepy tales, magical potions, and haunting descriptions they’ll be proud to share. If you’re looking for even more […]
The Fire Wombat by Jackie French and illustrated by Danny Snell was a Notable Book for the 2021 CBCA Book of the Year. It’s a moving and beautifully illustrated story that helps children understand courage, compassion, and community in times of crisis. About the Book As the flames of a bushfire approach, one small wombat […]
