Tuesday, June 6, 2017

What Can You Teach with One Story? More Than You Think.

What Can You Teach with One Story? More Than You Think.
What Can You Teach with One Story? More Than You Think. Many teachers see a picture book as a reading activity. Something to enjoy during story time. Something to use when there are a few extra minutes at the end of the day. But for ESL teachers, a well…

Monday, June 5, 2017

How to Use Book Bags with Pre-K: Bringing Stories Beyond the Pages

How to Use Book Bags with Pre-K: Bringing Stories Beyond the Pages
How to Use Book Bags with Pre-K: Bringing Stories Beyond the Pages There's something special about sending a story home in a bag. Whether you're a teacher, homeschool parent, childcare provider, librarian, tutor, or caregiver, Book Bags (somet…

Saturday, May 20, 2017

Celebrating Juneteenth Through Stories, Reflection, and Community

Celebrating Juneteenth Through Stories, Reflection, and Community
Juneteenth is a meaningful opportunity to honor freedom, resilience, culture, and community through storytelling, creativity, and reflection. More than a historical celebration, Juneteenth invites children to notice the importance of justice, belongi…

Saturday, April 29, 2017

Cinco de Mayo: A Celebration of Culture, History, and Creativity

Cinco de Mayo: A Celebration of Culture, History, and Creativity
Cinco de Mayo is a wonderful opportunity to bring energy, curiosity, and cultural exploration into your classroom or homeschool space. It’s more than parades, music, and tacos—it’s a chance to share stories, traditions, and history while encouraging…