In fact, if you ever visit the new york city library, youll find twin statues of these regal animals guarding the main entrance. A friend of mine once told me that she wont take her kids to the library because letting them handle all those books other people have touched just seems dirty. Clark the shark is a great readaloud picture book, with fun rhythm and rhyme, from the everpopular bruce hale and guy francis. Wmaa ell library lion vocabulary flashcards quizlet. Library lion childrens literature unit the youngest giggly girl has an ongoing fascination with books containing libraries and animals. I find many picture books on youtube or on other websites where my students can watch someone else read a book to them other than me. Child kevin hawkes illustrations are a brilliant fit, rendering the lions softness and a modern library seen from a childs eye level. In a hilarious turn of events, the lion is afraid of mice. Then you know theres nothing like a fresh learning atmosphere to make old familiar tasks more fun and appealing if your kids are starting to drag their feet with writing assignments, plan a special writing day at your local library. We have gone through the dragon series, the mouse series, the book with the pirate in the library, and so many more.
Library lion by michelle knudsen, illustrated by kevin hawkes publisher. Michelle knudsen has done an excellent job of describing what the lion does in the library, like wandering among the book stacks, sniffing the card catalog, and many more. Texture book make an original texture book by gluing a different texture on each page velvet, silk, cotton, flannel, paper, bubble wrap, etc. Library lion story hour guide and event kit introduce young children to the library by hosting a library lion story hour. Introduce young children to the library by hosting a library lion story hour.
I love to use picture books to teach different skills that need to be covered each year. Students explore the book, library lion, by michelle knudsen. Can you think of other alliterative book titles, e. A lion wanders into a public library one day, and makes itself at home. Students will learn about many sections, such as fiction and nonfiction books, periodicals, call numbers, encyclopedias, and more.
Could you turn one of these into a story picture book of your own. Write a newspaper article, reporting on the appearance of a lion in the local library. Book box have each child decorate a box which can be used to introduce the days storybook. Miss merriweather, the head librarian, is very particular about rules in the library. Each character thinks about rules in a different way. He rubbed his head against the new book collection. Take completed reports and make a class library book lions in our library. Enhance childrens reading experience with the discussion questions, craft projects, and singing activity in this printable event kit. This library resource contains a zipped file with a secure pdf and an editable. Library activities printable book k 4 browse a printable book of teacher resources that focuses on different areas of the library. Its almost as if michelle knudsen and kevin hawkes have brought one of those amazing beasts to life in their awardwinning book, library lion. This library lion lesson plan is suitable for kindergarten 1st grade.
Lions theme activity printables and games to make that can be used when planning activities and curriculum for preschool and prek children. So, i decided to find an alternative book that you can use with 1st grade and still do the same type of class book activity. Lions theme activities and printables for preschool and. I loved this book about a lion who falls in love with story time at the library, breaks the rules by roaring in protest when story time is over and is allowed to stay only on the condition that he obeys all of the rules. In this literary lesson, students read and discuss the book, then complete associated activities, such as a lion hunt, lion craft, and finger puppets. Reading to kids is a grassroots organization dedicated to inspiring underserved children with a love of reading, thereby enriching their lives and opportunities for future success. For this literary lesson, students read and discuss the book, then complete associated activities, such as a. Special glasses open craftsunglasses print and cut out.
The library lion worksheet that you can customize and print for kids. Library lion book the new york public library shop. After listening to library lion students will then identify the character. Make a list of words that describe the sounds that different animals make. Miss merriwether is very particular about her library, so at first she didnt know what to make of the lion that walked in. Library lion story hour guide and event kit literature. Library events and activities moreland city council. While we talk concerning library lion activities and worksheets, weve collected various similar photos to complete your ideas. Library lion lesson plan for kindergarten 1st grade. See more ideas about library activities, elementary school library and library lessons. Michelle knudsen, author, kevin hawkes, illustrator, illus. The head librarian, miss merriweather, is very particular about rules and the lion just broke one. Bind the book together, put a barcode label on it and let them check it out from your library to take home and share.
Students find the lion endearing, and are thrilled when he gets to go back. Summary of library lion library lion by michelle knudsen is a book about a lion that wonders into the library. Soon, the now wellbehaved lion forms a close bond with miss merriweather, helping her with her daily rituals of tidying the shelves, licking envelopes, etc. Materialspaper pencil drawing paper crayons venn diagram. And, as it turns out, this lion seems very well suited to library visiting. Book genres, bibliographies, and library skills activities.
Books similar to library lion meet your next favorite book. Moreland city council acknowledges the wurundjeri woi wurrung people of the kulin nation as the traditional custodians of the lands and waterways in the area now known as moreland, and pays respect to their elders past, present, and emerging, as well as to all first nations communities who significantly contribute to the life of the area locked bag 10, moreland vic. Lion childrens books publish a range of books inspired by the christian faith and its values for readers of any faith or none. Written by michelle knudsen, illustrated by kevin hawkes, and read by mindy sterling. Library lion is a new york times bestselling childrens book, written by michelle knudsen, illustrated by kevin hawkes, and published in 2006 by candlewick press. Library lion read by mindy sterling share my lesson. Suggested story related activities are aligned with ela common core.
But he turned out to be willing to follow her rules, until one day, when something terrible happened, he took over and saved the day. Library activities printable book k4 teachervision. When the lion displays some undesirable behavior, he is quickly reprimanded by the head librarian, miss merriweather. Library lion picture book character, plot, theme by. Library lion by knudsen 18 book extension activities no prep tpt. Find examples of rhyming words throughout the book and use them to create your own rhyming dictionary. This is a false choice and library lion shows just how possible it is to do both. Library lion is such a super book for reminding students about proper library behavior. The mouse comforts the lion, they become friends, and we learn that theres a lion and a mouse inside all of us. He knows he has to act brave when he approaches a lion to learn how. Then he padded over to the story corner and went to sleep. Students find the lion endearing, and are thrilled when he gets to go back to his regular visits. When you are finished share your writing with a friend. Overall, i recommend this book for elementary school students for its lovable plot, happy.
Connecting a lion to a library isnt as strange as youd think. See more ideas about book activities, activities and library books. He makes a comfy backrest for the children at story hour. I have provided three different writing activities to go along with the book library lion. The lion settles down for story hour, but when story hour is over he makes a fuss and roars very loudly. Young scholars explore the book, library lion, by michelle knudsen. And library activities and games make it all that much more fun. Everyday low prices and free delivery on eligible orders. May 17, 2020 learning and reading activities for the elementary school library. Do you ever get to spend an afternoon at a favorite coffee house to read, work, or do some lesson planning. Activities for children in the library are available under each of the sections below. With sly humor and a subtle tug at the heartstrings, michelle knudsen hatches a story about learning not just to tolerate, but to love what is different, while andrea wessons endearing illustrations bring the tale to life with quirky details and offbeat. Miss merriwether is very particular about her library, so at first she didnt know what to. Create a set of instructions to teach the mouse how to roar.
Should a childrens book aim to teach important lessons to kids or just exist to entertain. A library book for bear by bonny becker and kady macdonald denton. Lion, miss merriweather, mr mcbee and others are very well etched. One day, a lion turns up at the library and noone knows quite what to do not even miss merriweather, the head librarian, who has rules for most things. From the author of the bestselling library lion comes a funny, heartfelt picture book about embracing the unusual, green scales and all. Library lion printables, classroom activities, teacher. Today, i wanted to look back at library lion, which recently celebrated its tenyear anniversary. The library lion worksheet library lesson plans, kindergarten. This winsome pairing of text and illustration is a natural for storytime and a first purchase for every collection. However, the lion turns out to be rather a nice lion and so hes allowed to stay, as long as he doesnt roar. Getting ready the prep for this activity depends on the age and skill of your little builder.
I hope that those who love reading books, never ever outgrow this love. Drawing inspiration from the bible and around the world, lion childrens books publish bible stories, reference books, wisdom stories and thoughtprovoking but fun. Lion childrens books publisher contact information. With sly humor and a subtle tug at the heartstrings, michelle knudsen hatches a story about learning not just to tolerate, but to love what is different, while andrea wessons endearing illustrations bring. Library lion printables, classroom activities, teacher resources. Hi everyone, this week is national library week, so well be sharing a few librarythemed books. Begin your reading of library lion by asking the children to. In the book library lion, the word head means the boss, or top person the head librarian. Come see some things we do at the library, but first.
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