Kindergarten Fiction Resources
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ACTIVITIES
The Very Hungry Caterpillar Enrichment Activities
Review the enrichment activities and web resources created for The Very Hungry Caterpillar, plus a bibliography of Eric…Subjects:LiteratureTeaching Eric Carle & The Very Hungry CaterpillarLanguage Arts and Writing -
REFERENCE
The Henry Books: A Teacher's Guide
Introduce students to the life and philosophy of Henry David Thoreau through the Henry Bear picture books and related…Subjects:Literary BiographiesNonfiction LiteratureLiterature -
ACTIVITIES
The Story of Ferdinand Activities
Students will love reading The Story of Ferdinand, the tale of a bull who follows his heart to find happiness. This…Subjects:Fantasy FictionFictionLiterature -
GAMES AND APPS
Crazy Hair Day Hairdo Activities
Create crazy hairdos for Stanley Birdbaum and his classmates with fun extension activities for Crazy Hair Day! These…Subjects:Visual ArtsArt, Music and DramaArts and Crafts -
ACTIVITIES
If You Give a Mouse a Cookie
Laura Joffe Numeroff's humorous book If You Give a Mouse a Cookie tells the story of a demanding mouse and the child who…Subjects:LiteratureFantasy FictionSocial Studies and History -
BOOK GUIDES
The Keeping Quilt
The Keeping Quilt is a multi-generational story that follows a beloved quilt from one family member to another. The…Subjects:Reading ComprehensionLiteratureCulture and Diversity -
ACTIVITIES
Make Way for Ducklings Literature Guide
Make Way for Ducklings is the ideal book to entertain and teach with. This lesson plan includes activities and resources…Subjects:LiteratureCaldecott Medal Books & IllustratorsReading and Literature -
EDITOR'S COLLECTIONS
Summer Reading for Teachers
This slideshow contains summer reading suggestions for teachers interested in reading for pleasure or professional…Subjects:Reading and LiteratureFictionNonfiction Literature -
ACTIVITIES
The Garden of Abdul Gasazi Enrichment Activities
In Chris Van Allsburg's The Garden of Abdul Gasazi, the dog who protagonist Alan is supposed to be watching runs off and…Subjects:Caldecott Medal Books & IllustratorsChris Van Allsburg, Author & Illustrator: Guides to His BooksAward and Prize Winners -
WORKSHEETS
Picture Books in the Classroom: Common Core-Based Lesson Ideas
Use these fun activities for picture books and folktales in your Common Core classroom. This printable guide features…Subjects:Children's BookFolk TalesLiterature -
WORKSHEETS
Two Bad Ants Teacher's Guide
Extend and enhance students' enjoyment of Two Bad Ants, Chris Van Allsburg's exciting insect adventure, with the…Subjects:Reading and LiteratureFictionAnimals (Zoology) -
WORKSHEETS
Curious George Books & Activities
Students will love these independent and cooperative learning activities, which feature Curious George, the man with the…Subjects:Reading and LiteratureFictionLanguage Arts and Writing -
TEACHING RESOURCE
Literature that Deals with Laughter
Books that make kids laugh are listed in this literature resource for teachers.Subjects:Emotional Appeal of Children's LiteratureLiteratureReading and Literature -
ACTIVITIES
Sarah Morton's Day, Samuel Eaton's Day, & Tapenum's Day
Explore Colonial Times through literature and corresponding activities and lessons. Discover resources related to three…Subjects:Native AmericansPilgrimsReading Comprehension -
ACTIVITIES
Amelia Bedelia
Use these fun activities to get students thinking about language while they read Amelia Bedelia.Subjects:Reading and LiteratureFictionChildren's Book -
WORKSHEETS
The Wretched Stone Teacher's Guide
Share a story of adventure with your students. This printable teacher's guide for Chris Van Allsburg's The Wretched…Subjects:Reading and LiteratureFictionChildren's Book -
BOOK GUIDES
The World of Kevin Henkes: A Picture Book Guide
Develop children's interest in reading with picture books by Kevin Henkes. This guide includes lesson-planning…Subjects:LiteratureCaldecott Medal Books & IllustratorsReading and Literature -
WORKSHEETS
The World of Amelia Bedelia Teaching Guide
Have fun exploring the world of Amelia Bedelia with the resources in this printable teaching guide. In addition to…Subjects:LiteratureReading and LiteratureChildren's Book Characters -
WORKSHEETS
Passport to Summer Reading (Pre-K–6th Grade)
Send your students on a reading adventure this summer! This packet includes reproducible summer reading lists to send…Subjects:Reading and LiteratureFictionScience -
LESSON PLANS
The Gingerbread Man
Students will learn about their school, the jobs people have, and the book, The Gingerbread Man.SubjectsReading and LiteratureFictionCommunity and Ways of Life -
WORKSHEETS
The Garden of Abdul Gasazi Teacher's Guide
Discover the magic of Chris Van Allsburg's first children's book, The Garden of Abdul Gasazi. This printable teacher's…Subjects:Reading and LiteratureFictionLanguage Arts and Writing -
WORKSHEETS
The Mysteries of Harris Burdick Teacher's Guide
Spark students' imagination with the illustrations and mysterious captions in Chris Van Allsburg's The Mysteries of…Subjects:Reading and LiteratureFictionLanguage Arts and Writing -
WORKSHEETS
"Batman & Robin" Comics
Some history and some fun activities related to the "Batman & Robin" comic strip.Subjects:Comics, Graphic Novels, & Illustrated NovelsSocial Studies and HistoryVisual Arts -
WORKSHEETS
Candlewick's Read to Us! Story-Hour Kit IV
Boost children's creativity and enthusiasm for reading with the hands-on activities and worksheets in this printable…Subjects:Reading and LiteratureFictionChildren's Book
