These 28 humorous scenes illustrate for kids what good manners are all about. For instance, nobody is having fun at the playground swings because everybody is pushing and forgetting to take turns. Then Shelly yells out: "Taking turns works!" Meanwhile, thoughtful Rosita gets a big smile from Dad while helping with the dinner dishes ... and Will feels great after writing his first thank-you noteā¦
Good teachers have long recognized the power of using picture books as models of good writing. The short, focused, and tightly woven text in these books mirrors the kind of writing they want their students to be doing. In this essential resources, the authors provide more than 150 annotations of new and classic books chosen to delight young students and inspire powerful writing.
Jim vlimbs the beanstalk outside his window. He finds a giant at the top. This giant has problems. Can Jim come up with a few big solutions before he gets eaten?