Published by Tilbury House Publishers Summary: When Miss Mellon’s class goes out to recess, many of the kids find friends to play with, but a few are left out. As the story unfolds, we learn the various reasons: a broken leg, a stutter, old clothes with holes, being small…all are reasons why kids feel like … Continue reading The Buddy Bench by Patty Brozo, illustrated by Mike Deas
The Big Umbrella by Amy June Bates and Juniper Bates Published by Simon and Schuster, 2018 This umbrella is big enough to cover everyone. A quick read, great illustrations, and a diverse cast of characters get the conversation on inclusion rolling. 40 pages; ages 4-8. The Buddy Bench by Patty Brozo, illustrated by Mike Deas … Continue reading Kindness and community
This year, for so many reasons, kids need to feel the safety of the classroom community more than ever. And, of course, whether your students are Zooming or social distancing, creating community will be extra challenging. Here are some books to help you get started. The Big Umbrella by Amy June Bates and Juniper Bates … Continue reading 10 picture books about kindness and community
A Kids Book A Day 