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In this librarian book review, I explore the fairy tale Rumpelstiltskin by Mac Barnett and share why this captivating retelling makes an excellent read-aloud for upper elementary and middle school students. The Magic of Books in the Library As a librarian, one of my true passions is to guide a student into the magical world… Continue reading Why Fairy Tales Still Matter: A Librarian’s Review of Rumpelstiltskin by Mac Barnett
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
Cranberry Thanksgiving by Harry and Wende Devlin is one of those cozy, nostalgic, perfect autumnal picture books. I remember my 4th-grade teacher reading it aloud to my class days before Thanksgiving break, as turkey crafts lined our walls and visions of a delicious dinner played in my mind. As a North Carolina girl, the cranberry… Continue reading 6 Engaging Activities for Cranberry Thanksgiving
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