But when a lion comes to the library one day, no one is sure what to do. Miss merriwether is very particular about her library, so at first she didnt know what to make of the lion that walked in. Find literacy activities including alphabet, oral language, and emergent reading, plus math activities including. But one day the head librarian falls and breaks her arm, and the only way the lion can get help is to roar.
If youre an elephant and you know it, stomp your feet. Emotions and feelings preschool activities, games, and. Children participate in literacy activities that help them build vocabulary and word recognition skills around topics that relate directly to their daily lives and experiences. Library lion childrens literature unit the youngest giggly girl has an ongoing fascination with books containing libraries and animals. Child kevin hawkes illustrations are a brilliant fit, rendering the lions softness and a modern library seen from a childs eye level. Fairy tales are quick hits in teaching themelike pulling the theme of envy from snow white. 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. That im sure you can use one of froggys books for a list of themes. Online story morris special day online activity who am i. For this literary lesson, students read and discuss the book, then complete associated activities, such as a lion hunt, lion craft, and finger puppets. The children will learn how to shelve library books in the classroom by sorting the first letter of the title of the book. 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 from then on. African animals theme activities, printables and centers that can be used when planning activities and curriculum for preschool, prek and kindergarten children. 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.
The head librarian, miss merriweather, is very particular about rules and the lion just broke one. Could you turn one of these into a story picture book of your own. Good night gorilla themed activities for toddlers and. Jun 06, 2014 activity guide with answer key that complements kathleen pelleys readaloud of the book the happy lion by louise fatio and illustrated by roger duvoisin. Library lion lesson plan library lion is such a super book for reminding students about proper library behavior. Theres so many different topics froggys books cover. Lesson plan from candlewick press created by candlewick press. Community helpers librarian theme preschool plan it.
This book is an adaptation of the popular childrens chant, were going on a bear hunt. Library lion is written by michelle knudsen, illustrated by kevin hawkes and read by. Students find the lion endearing, and are thrilled when he gets to go back. The happy lion from corduroy and more stories about caring. Lesson plan from teaching library created by teaching library. Favorite stories about libraries and librarians reading rockets. Kids will love the bigcat theme and build essential comprehension skills, phonics, and a range of math skills for grades k6. Over the course of the book of the lion, edmund goes from a selfeffacing servant to a squire fighting among fancy knights. It includes an emergent reader, a craft template, 8 center ideas and templates for all the suggested activities.
Unlike so many other coming of age tales, though, we leave edmund just at the moment when were about to see what hes made of. Students read and respond to works of literature with emphasis on comprehension, making. After reading the story, look back over the pictures and invite the children to comment on what. Library lion lesson plan for kindergarten 1st grade. Summary of library lion library lion by michelle knudsen is a book about a lion that wonders into the library. Library animals in the book, the people at the library were nervous about the lion at first, but soon they saw that he was well suited for the library.
Pretend you are the library lion entering the library the first day. Tongue in cheek as you would expect and with humor that both kids and adults will like, i myself always chuckle when i read it this is a gem of a read aloud. After listening to library lion students will then identify the characters in the story, complete a plot diagram and identify theme of the book. Recall how helpful the lion was in the library, all the tasks he performed. Video open, shut them video a hunting we will go video the little white duck reading list animals reading list take home activity mouse mask. It is a great unit to use to introduce school, library and class rules.
Suggested story related activities are aligned with ela common core standards. Have them color or cut out and paste a feeling face on their paper plate. This library lion lesson plan is suitable for kindergarten 1st grade. Library lion printables, classroom activities, teacher resources. Teaching theme 11 ideas to try in english language arts. Looking for classroom ideas for library lion by michelle knudsen. Library lion story hour guide and event kit introduce young children to the library by hosting a library lion story hour. Library lion story hour guide and event kit literature. He made a comfy backrest for the children at story hour.
May 30, 2014 it is a great unit to use to introduce school, library and class rules. Find literacy activities including alphabet, oral language, and emergent reading, plus math activities including counting, number recognition, and creating sets. The kids in the book lift a lion using a lever, they move a panda using a cart with wheels and they transport a basket of bananas to a tree full of hungry monkeys using a pulley. Recently added mini theme unit this mini theme unit introduces library and school rules. Videos use these videos as the starting point for learning in your classroom. There are several layers to the library lion, so be on the lookout for what part of the story.
Free primary lesson ideas using the lion inside by rachel. Library lion picture book character, plot, theme by kristen. Lions theme activities and printables for preschool and. For this literary lesson, students read and discuss the book, then complete associated activities, such as a. We have gone through the dragon series, the mouse series, the book with the pirate in the library, and so many more. The lessons and what they get out of the story will grow with your child. Everyone take turns walking on all fours, imagining how he felt and walked. Our library open our library print and laminate the various posters. Library lion is such a super book for reminding students about proper library behavior. The video below would be a followup to the reading the book and the activities outlined within this theme. Library lion story hour guide and event kit literature printable. The lion settles down for story hour, but when story hour is over he makes a fuss and roars very loudly. The children always love how silly, repetitive, adventurous, kind froggy is.
Resources include minibooks, worksheets, text passages, practice pages, science and art activities, plus multipurpose templates. Should a childrens book aim to teach important lessons to kids or just exist to entertain. Set up your own little library by including comfortable armchairs, desks, chairs, books of all kinds, library cards, stamp pads, posters, etc. Magnet pages for a lion theme coloringbingo marker pages for a lion theme trace and color pages for a lion theme circle time fun for a lion theme make it with art supplies for a lion theme literacy ideas for a lion theme math ideas for a lion theme. Vocabulary words from the march 2012 book of the month learn with flashcards, games, and more for free. Report card comments and phrases memorial day printables and resources themed daily educators calendar. Video open, shut them video a hunting we will go video the little white duck reading. Set up your own little library by including comfortable armchairs, desks, chairs, books. While we talk concerning library lion activities and worksheets, weve collected various similar photos to complete your ideas. Read some great books that go along with the letter l theme. After reading the book, ask children to list the different jobs people do at the zoo. For example, the lion king and responsibility or willy wonka and the chocolate factory and greed. Introduce young children to the library by hosting a library lion story hour. Your students will enjoy joining two little girls on a lion hunt on the african savanna.
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. Lions theme activity printables and games to make that can be used when planning activities and curriculum for preschool and prek children. African animals preschool theme activities kidsparkz. Library lion picture book character, plot, theme by. If your happy and you know it if youre a lion and you know it, give a roar. Librarians and teachers need ideas for book displays to draw readers to books. Find lion lessons at westminster public library today. Children will join charlie, lola and their friends on a trip to the library to look at all the different types of books that lola might like to read. After reading the book prompt students to discuss a variety of feelings. Simple machines activities for kids 3 ways to move a lion. This is a picture book layered with themes that will grow with your reader.
Mar 15, 2017 the kids in the book lift a lion using a lever, they move a panda using a cart with wheels and they transport a basket of bananas to a tree full of hungry monkeys using a pulley. Community helpers librarian theme activities to help your preschoolers develop those small muscles in their hands. Zoo and animals preschool activities and printables kidssoup. Ask the children to imagine all the ways the library lion could be helpful if he visited their classroomschool. It is a warm and funny story about family, friends and the importance of trying new things. Select another category 25 classic crafts 31 winter break activities 40 bedtime books 4th of july 5 minute sparklers 5 senses 50 alphabet activities 50 alphabet books 50 books for 2 year olds 50 easy art projects for toddlers 50 outdoor activities 75 activities for 3 year olds 75 books that build character 75 christmas books for kids 75 things. Library lion childrens literature unit proverbial homemaker. But i received a sad little email from one of our librarian readers, lamenting the fact that we never posted any fun stuff for the library. Seuss lions lunch by fiona tierney library lion by michelle knudson do not bring your dragon to the library by julie gassman is your mama a llama. This book covers a 7 step process in which a boy transforms into a lion. 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.
Michelle knudsen describes the lion, his big feet were quiet on the library floor. Our preschool library is full of great activities for you to explore. Oct 7, 2017 activities, books, read a longs, story on cdcomputer, games, centers etc that go along with all of the froggy books. In the book library lion, the word head means the boss, or top person the head librarian. Unlike so many other comingofage tales, though, we leave edmund just at the moment when were about to see what hes made of. If you cant find this book at your local library, you can buy it at.
Free zoo preschool and kindergarten crafs, activities, games, and printables zoo and zookeeper activities and crafts. Explore classroom activities, puzzles, teacher resources and enrichment pdfs for this book. The unit is based on the literature selection library lion. Let children make a zookeeper hat and let them share with. Jan 19, 2017 free primary lesson ideas using the lion inside by rachel bright. Young scholars explore the book, library lion, by michelle knudsen. But soon hes indispensable what a helpful lion, people say.
Lions and tigers printable worksheets, activities, lesson. Wmaa ell library lion vocabulary flashcards quizlet. Library lion printables, classroom activities, teacher. When a lion visits the library, no one knows what to do. Activity guide with answer key that complements kathleen pelleys readaloud of the book the happy lion by louise fatio and illustrated by roger duvoisin. My feelings and emotions preschool activities, games, lessons, and printables this months theme explores two subjects close to childrens health and well being. Hand out a small paper plate to each child and encourage them to make a feeling puppet. Child kevin hawkes illustrations are a brilliant fit, rendering the lions softness and. So, i put the challenge to my daughter find 3 ways to move a lion. Zoo themed activities from your virtual book club for kids hosts head over to rainy day mum to discover this fun diy feed the lion game easy to make and then you can use it to count, add, post letters in and much more check out the extension activities at the end of the instructions.
Students find the lion endearing, and are thrilled when he gets to go back to his regular visits. Display them on the walls of your library area to set the mood for the theme. Apr 17, 2018 zoo themed activities from your virtual book club for kids hosts head over to rainy day mum to discover this fun diy feed the lion game easy to make and then you can use it to count, add, post letters in and much more check out the extension activities at the end of the instructions. This is a false choice and library lion shows just how possible it is to do both. In this literary lesson, students read and discuss the book, then complete associated activities, such as a lion hunt, lion craft, and finger puppets. Enhance childrens reading experience with the discussion questions, craft projects, and singing activity in this printable event kit. 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. If your a monkey and you know it, jump up and down, ooh, ooh, aah, aah if your a crocodile and you know it, snap your jaws. If playback doesnt begin shortly, try restarting your device. We have a collection of crosscurricular teaching activities to inspire you. Miss merriwether is very particular about her library, so at first she didnt know. Students explore the book, library lion, by michelle knudsen.