This week we are preparing for the Thanksgiving break by looking at books about life in the past. In my childhood, holidays provided an opportunity to hear family stories. Research has shown that knowing family stories benefits children in numerous ways: "The more children knew about their family’s history, the stronger their sense of control over their lives, the higher their self-esteem and the more successfully they believed their families functioned." Family stories also contribute to children's development as writers, whether family members serve as storytellers or audiences.
One book this week relates to Veterans Day: Henry and the Cannons, by Don Brown, a nonfiction book about the American Revolution. Grade 5 will hear 14 Cows for America, nominated for the California Young Reader Medal.
Next week I will be talking with classes about the upcoming Pennekamp book fair, which takes place in the cafeteria the week right after Thanksgiving break (which is also teacher conference week): December 2 to 6. The winter holidays are coming up; and while the library is a great source of reading material, receiving a new book of one's own is undeniably a treat for any child. Speaking of, there will be an opportunity at the fair to purchase a book for a child in a neighboring community who may not be able to afford many new books.
One book this week relates to Veterans Day: Henry and the Cannons, by Don Brown, a nonfiction book about the American Revolution. Grade 5 will hear 14 Cows for America, nominated for the California Young Reader Medal.
Next week I will be talking with classes about the upcoming Pennekamp book fair, which takes place in the cafeteria the week right after Thanksgiving break (which is also teacher conference week): December 2 to 6. The winter holidays are coming up; and while the library is a great source of reading material, receiving a new book of one's own is undeniably a treat for any child. Speaking of, there will be an opportunity at the fair to purchase a book for a child in a neighboring community who may not be able to afford many new books.
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