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“We help each other, and we learn together. In our class, we‘re a family.”
“We help each other, and we learn together. In our class, we‘re a family.”
I think this would be a great book to share with your class at the beginning of the year so that they understand the importance of having your class become your family and realizing that they can support each other and have a sense of belonging.
pickthis book talks about the importance of community and having support within a classroom. The author shares a story where each student is valued and celebrated in their classrooms for their different contributions.
pickWhile I remember reading this book a long time ago I had forgotten about it and I‘m glad that I revisited it. It is a beautiful story and it discusses a feeling that many children might deal with everyday. I think it gives the reader a sense of reassurance.
Published 1993
Picture book
“WE DON‘T EAT OUR CLASSMATES! Please spit them out at once!”
In We Don't Eat Our Classmates, Penelope Rex, a young dinosaur, eagerly starts school, but her excitement turns to confusion when her classmates turn out to be... lunch! Through vibrant illustrations and humor, this delightful tale explores themes of empathy, acceptance, and the challenges of making friends. Join Penelope on her hilarious journey to discover the importance of kindness and understanding in building friendships!
pickWe Don't Eat Our Classmates by Ryan T. Higgins is a whimsical picture book that follows Penelope Rex, a dinosaur navigating school and friendship. The vibrant, bold illustrations bring humor and emotion, contrasting Penelope‘s playful ferocity with her human classmates. The story delivers a heartfelt message about empathy, kindness, and embracing differences, making it both entertaining and meaningful for young readers.
pickGood book for starting school and addressing questions the students may have
