DINO-THANKSGIVING by Lisa Wheeler, illustrations by Barry Gott

Happy Thanksgiving! Did you know dinosaurs celebrated too? I used this book to talk about traditions. Traditions play an important role in children’s lives. They give children a sense of security, stability, and identity that’s grounded in family and culture. Sharing these experiences can strengthen relationships and can boost their confidence and social skills. Traditions … More DINO-THANKSGIVING by Lisa Wheeler, illustrations by Barry Gott

THE ELVES AND THE SHOEMAKER by Jim LaMarche

This is an old Brothers Grimm story that highlights helping, giving and receiving. Our vocabulary word. What a great word, and to hear the children (at least try to) say it is priceless. Which shoes do you want? Elves! Giving AND receiving, both make us happy. Are the elves going to your house? On the … More THE ELVES AND THE SHOEMAKER by Jim LaMarcheMore THE ELVES AND THE SHOEMAKER by Jim LaMarche