Christmas Activities, Classroom Library, December Activities, English Language Arts, Figurative Language, Picture Books, Picture Books for Middle School, Picture Books in Middle School, STEM

5 Engaging Night Tree Activities for Winter Literacy & STEM

Night Tree by Eve Bunting is a charming and unique Christmas picture book. Published in 1994, it evokes the nostalgia of Christmases past and the classic comfort of a wondrous holiday story. The main character, along with his mother, father, and sister, has a remarkable tradition of going into the forest every winter. They do… Continue reading 5 Engaging Night Tree Activities for Winter Literacy & STEM

Classroom Library, Creative Writing, How to Teach Writing, October Activities, Picture Books, Writing

Frankenstein Picture Books & Writing Activity Craft

Are you seeking a fun, spooky reading and writing activity to engage your students during October? The weeks leading to Halloween can be a haunting time as you compete for your students’ attention among the celebrations, candy, and chaos, but do not fear! We have found some adorably spooktacular picture books about Frankenstein and a… Continue reading Frankenstein Picture Books & Writing Activity Craft

Christmas Activities, Classroom Library, December Activities, Uncategorized

Delightful Gingerbread Man Picture Books & Activities

National Gingerbread House Day is December 12. It’s perfect timing for a classroom day full of festivity, fun, and fabulous gingerbread activities! Whether you plan on baking gingerbread cookies, completing gingerbread crafts, holding a gingerbread house-building contest, or passing out Gingerbread Man coloring sheets, the day is a magical and sweet time. It’s also an… Continue reading Delightful Gingerbread Man Picture Books & Activities