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Reading with Leo Lionni (Author Study) Gr. 1-2

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Author study overview outlining a three- to four-week unit, teacher materials, and 25 lessons and worksheets
Unit overview and contents for both parts
Teacher section divider titled 'Part I - For the Teacher' introducing the author study's teaching materials
Divider introducing Part I: teacher materials
Teacher reference list of 26 Leo Lionni books and their publishers, with easier titles marked by an asterisk
Book list for planning the author study
Author biography covering Leo Lionni's childhood, art career, first children's book, and collage illustrations
Author background for the teacher section
Classroom setup guidance for the author study: books, posters, art, writing, listening centers, and a pet mouse
Classroom preparation suggestions
Author study extension ideas: word of the day, story riddles, picture sequencing, and sharing student books
First page of suggested extension activities
More author study activities: pocket chart stories, a local artist visit, math problems, and a circle story
Extension activities continued and parent letter note
Parent letter for the author study suggesting shared reading, vocabulary practice, artwork, and story writing
Take-home letter introducing the unit to families
Poetry suggestions for the author study, including 'Bookland,' 'For Your Library Corner,' and 17 listed poems
Poems and poetry recommendations for the unit
Teacher assessment guidance on observation, yearly reading records, journals, and student self-evaluation
Student evaluation and record-keeping guidance
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Grade 1, 2

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PDF

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About This Product

Reading with Leo Lionni (Author Study) Gr. 1-2

This is an awe-inspiring teaching resource for grade 1 and grade 2 students that focuses on the literature of renowned author Leo Lionni.

Lionni's books engage children by not only entertaining but addressing emotions, feelings, and relevant issues. This Author Study provides a structured exploration of his award-winning literature and artwork.

Versatility in Instruction

The design of this resource caters to varied instructional styles. The lessons for each book can be presented in any order as per educators' preference. Covered stories include:

  • "The Alphabet Tree"
  • "Little Blue and Yellow"
  • "A Color Of His Own"
  • …and many others.

A Comprehensive Learning Unit

This unit is well-planned with reproducible pages, engaging activities, thoughtful questions related to each book fostering active learning within children whether at home or in a school environment.

Differentiated Tasks Included:

  1. Author Biography Study,

  2. Evaluation Process,

  3. Actionable Story Sequencing Exercises,

  4. Promotion of Reader Theatre Interactions…

  5. and much more!

    The teacher section matches with the student section enriching their overall lesson plan.

    A Resource that Fits All Setups--

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    The printable format (PDF) facilitates easy dissemination among students assuring no restrictions on group sizes; thus adaptable for whole-class discussion, small reading groups or even individual homework assignments!

    Emphasize your Language Arts schedule by exploring the literary works of treasured writer, Leo Lionni. Promote comprehension skill development through fun yet constructive teaching methods!

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