This year, I have been developing a unit called “Reading and Thinking Across Canada”, using picture books that tell true stories of Canadian events. This is a tale of positive thinking and would be a great starting point for a discussion about teasing, self-esteem, empathy, and perspective. Her swimming teacher gives her some support and advice on how to “think light”. I completely connected to this heartfelt story of Abigail, who is teased at swimming lessons because of her round frame and called “a whale”. As a child, I was very chubby and was teased a lot for being a “butterball”. I was immediately attracted too the cover of this book and the adorable illustrations. Gorgeous, calming illustrations and beautiful language – a perfect introduction to survival and the circle of life.Ībigail, the Whale– David Cali & Sonja Bougaeva This book is fascinating! Set in the winter woods and based on scientific data and anecdotal reports from Aboriginal hunters, the book explores the fascinating symbiotic relationship shared by wolves and ravens. Gorgeous illustrations and poetic language – LOVE this book. This is a book filled with subtle messages and would be an excellent choice for teaching inferring, symbolism and metaphor. Before he leaves, he fills a teacup with soil from his home. A young boy leaves his home and sets off to begin again. Stunningly beautiful book about loss, redemption, adventure, hope – so breathtaking that it made me quite teary. When a family wants to cut down a tree and build a house, what will happen to the animal nests and burrows? A sweet, simple tale about harmony in the natural world with a gentle message of taking care of the environment. The Tree: An Environmental Fable– Neal Layton
The combination of scienceand search-and-find works brilliantly and I love the colorful cheerful, cheery illustrations! I am Josephine (and I am a living thing) – Jan ThornhillĪ charming introduction to the concept of classification in the natural world for early primary students. Here are some of my favorite new books I squished into my suitcase! One of my favorite parts about the conference is book browsing (and buying) at the publishers displays. Last week, I was presenting at RFTLOI (Reading For the Love Of It) conference in Toronto. It’s Monday and I’m happy to be participating in a weekly event with a community of bloggers who post reviews of books that they have read the previous week. Check out more IMWAYR posts here: Jen from Teach Mentor Texts and Kellee and Ricki from Unleashing Readers
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