Unlock the Power of Picture Books Sara Soucy | Picture Book Enthusiast | Elementary Teacher

Check out these new picture books released in April 2024!  Each of these books make a great read aloud for the classroom.  It's hard to choose which April 2024 picture book to read first!

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📚 APRIL PICTURE BOOKS:
All I Need to BeButt or Face?From My Head to My ToesHow to Catch a DreamLove Grows HereNot a Smiley GuyOutdoor Farm, Indoor FarmHow Animals SleepAloha EverythingA Place for FeelingsArchie Celebrates an Indian WeddingOrris and TimbleThe Truth about the CouchCheck out the show notes for the New April Books.
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Keep your teaching colorful,
Sara :)

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What is the difference between an interactive read aloud and just a regular read aloud?  I’m going to break down the differences between the two and why they are both important!  An interactive read aloud is a well-planned out, meaningful lesson that provides an opportunity to teach and model important reading strategies.

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Keep your teaching colorful,
Sara :)

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Wondering how to spark your students' curiosity about the exciting world of careers? Let's dive into fantastic children's books that make learning about jobs fun and interactive.  We'll showcase books that:
Introduce a variety of professions, from doctors and firefighters to artists and engineersCapture young imaginations with engaging stories and vibrant illustrationsSpark important conversations about interests, skills, and future aspirationsCan be used for classroom discussions, writing activities, and career exploration projectsGet ready to empower your students to dream big and discover the possibilities that await them!

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📚CAREER BOOKS FOR KIDS
Ada Twist, ScientistWhat Do You Do with an Idea? When I Grow UpWhat Shoes Will You Wear? Career DaySomeone Builds the DreamEllie Mae Dreams Big!I’m Going to be a PrincessCheck out the show notes for Career Books for Kids.



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Keep your teaching colorful,
Sara :)

Full disclosure: Amazon links in my descriptions are usually affiliate links which means if you purchase through that link, I receive a very small percentage of the sale.

It's National Poetry Month, and what better way to celebrate than by bringing incredible poems into your classroom?  In this video, we're sharing some of our favorite poetry collections for elementary students, from silly and playful to beautiful and thought-provoking.

We'll cover books that:
Rhyme and rhythm their way into young heartsExplore themes that resonate with elementary schoolersAre perfect for read-alouds, shared reading, and independent explorationCan be used for creative writing prompts and poetry analysis lessonsGet ready to add some magic to your National Poetry Month with these captivating collections! ✨🌟 SILVER SEEDS LESSON
🌟 DOGKU LESSON

📚 POETRY BOOKS FOR KIDS:
- Silver Seeds
- Firefly July
- A Stick is an Excellent Thing
- My Daddy Rules the World
- Feel the Beat
- Wet Cement
- With My Hands
- Mirror, Mirror
- Cricket in the Thicket
- Fresh Picked Poetry
- DogKu
- Hailstones & Halibut Bones
- GuyKu
- There’s No Place Like School

Check out the show notes for the Poetry Books for Kids.
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Keep your teaching colorful,
Sara :)

Full disclosure: Amazon links in my descriptions are usually affiliate links which means if you purchase through that link, I receive a very small percentage of the sale.

Celebrate Earth Day with these fun read alouds!  Each book is perfect for teaching students how to take care of the Earth and why it is so important.

🌏 EARTH DAY FREEBIE

📚 BOOKS IN THIS VIDEO:
The Curious GardenOn Meadowview StreetWe are Water ProtectorsThe Big Beach Clean UpBecoming a Good CreatureThank You, EarthSee the show notes for the Earth Day Picture Books.
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Keep your teaching colorful,
Sara :)

Full disclosure: Amazon links in my descriptions are usually affiliate links which means if you purchase through that link, I receive a very small percentage of the sale.

Get ready for the solar eclipse with these children's books!  I've got some amazing picture books that will spark your students' curiosity about this celestial event!

We'll explore a collection of engaging picture books perfect for read-alouds, all centered around the wonder of solar eclipses. These books will introduce your students to the science behind eclipses, different types of eclipses, and the awe-inspiring experience of witnessing this natural phenomenon.

So, grab your solar eclipse glasses (safely!), cuddle up with your favorite students, and get ready to blast off on a learning adventure about the majesty of the night sky!

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📚 SOLAR ECLIPSE CHILDREN'S BOOKS:
- A Few Beautiful Minutes
- Total Solar Eclipse: A Stellar Friendship Story
- Eclipse
- Eclipse
- When the Sky Glows
- What is a Solar Eclipse?
- Magical and Unusual Solar Eclipse
- Eclipse: Our Sky’s Most Dazzling Phenomenon
- When the Sun Goes Dark
- Eclipses

Check out the show notes for the Solar Eclipse Books.


Join the Colorful Apple Book Club!

Check out the TpT Store.
Join our FREE Facebook Group all about read alouds.

Keep your teaching colorful,
Sara :)

Full disclosure: Amazon links in my descriptions are usually affiliate links which means if you purchase through that link, I receive a very small percentage of the sale.