A name is one of the most important identifying features about a person. It is one of the very first decisions that is made for you and you have no control or say in the matter. Many people like their names, or learn to live with a nickname, some people do not. When you get… Continue reading My Name Is Not Ed Tug
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Love for Lola
The Lola series by Anna McQuinn is a yearly favorite in my kindergarten classroom. Lola goes on typical five year old adventures and lives a happy little life. Lola loves her little brother and she loves stories. The family models a literacy rich, reading culture. Lola's little brother Leo has his own book series and… Continue reading Love for Lola
I Walk With Vanessa by Kerascoët
Kerascoët is a husband and wife team who created this powerful wordless picture book about a topic that can often be hard to discuss with children: bullying. I Walk With Vanessa became a fast favorite in my kindergarten class as soon as we started reading it together. Each illustration is packed with detail. Children notice… Continue reading I Walk With Vanessa by Kerascoët