ClassX Video Lessons Grade Kindergarten This Book of Mine | Nothing quite like a book you truly love
Hello, friends! How are you today? Did you have fun at school? I hope you learned something new and read lots of books!
Today, we are talking about a special book called “This Book of Mine” by Sarah Stewart, with pictures by David Small. It’s a book that feels like a cozy blanket, always there when you need it.
Books are like friends. You can read them when you want to feel happy or remember a fun place you’ve been. They can even remind you of a special time in your life.
With a book, you can:
Books are treasures that bring happiness and knowledge. They are friends that last a lifetime!
Do you have a favorite book? How does it make you feel? Does it take you to a magical place or make you feel like a brave character?
Books are magical! They can take you anywhere and let you be anyone. Holding a book in your hands is a special feeling.
If you enjoyed learning about this book, remember to read lots of books and have fun! We hope to see you again soon. Bye for now!
Create Your Own Storybook: Gather some paper, crayons, and markers. Encourage the children to create their own mini-storybook. Ask them to draw pictures and write a few words about their favorite adventure or a magical place they imagine. Once finished, have a story-sharing circle where each child can share their story with the class. This activity helps children understand the joy of storytelling and the creativity involved in making a book.
Book Treasure Hunt: Organize a treasure hunt in the classroom or library. Hide small notes or pictures related to different books around the room. Give the children clues to find these treasures. Each clue should lead them to a book or a place where they can find the next clue. This activity encourages children to explore different books and understand that each book holds its own special treasure.
Book Buddy Time: Pair up the children and let them take turns reading their favorite book to each other. Encourage them to discuss why they like the book and what makes it special to them. Ask questions like, “What adventure does this book take you on?” or “How does this book make you feel?” This activity promotes sharing, listening, and appreciating different perspectives on books.
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Hi everyone! Welcome back to the Storytime Family. How are you today? How was school? Did you learn anything new? I hope you’ve been having lots of fun at school and reading lots of books on your own.
Today, we have “This Book of Mine” by Sarah Stewart, with pictures by David Small. You can get your own copy of this book via the links in the description below.
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This book is about having your favorite book with you all the time. Just like your favorite blanket, you turn to your favorite book when you want to feel close to someone, when it reminds you of a time in your life, a place that you’ve been to, or a story that is valuable to you.
Let’s get a closer look at “This Book of Mine.”
I take this book to be my friend, to chew on it while I read it, to grab for it when I need it, to think about what I just saw, then close the book and try to draw, to open it wide and put my notes inside, to read it aloud and wish for a crowd, to become the book.
Now that this book is mine, I find knowledge and happiness and pleasure—a treasure for a lifetime. This book, friend of mine.
Hope you enjoyed “This Book of Mine.” What’s your favorite book? How does it make you feel?
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Does it take you to another place or maybe transport you to another time? Another place or be a character? Books are so magical; there’s nothing like having a physical book in your hand.
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Take care, read lots of books, and see you back here soon! Bye!
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