Let’s take a look at some great book choices as you look to engage as a family this summer. It is recommended that you read for at least 20 minutes at the end of each lesson. Read-Aloud Revival® is a registered trademark of Sarah Mackenzie Media LLC - All Rights Reserved - Disclosure & PrivacyContact Us - 12128 N Divison PM 240, Spokane, WA 99218 - Site Design by Contemplate Design, Disclosure of Material Connection: This page includes "affiliate links." Help young readers learn to be grateful and express their thanks with these read-aloud books for grades PreK-5. THANKFUL is a cute well written read. Be thankful for the difficult times. Based on the cover's illustration, I have students determine the season and what the i haven't loved anything recent by this author. Tomie dePaola points this out in this muted, warm, gentle book that urges readers to open their eyes and see the blessings that surround them. He admires all that surrounds him, large and small, from the radiant sun to a tiny, but exquisite, lady bug. The pictures are engaging and fun and funny. "This is the day the LORD has made; We will rejoice and be glad in it.". It’s a kind of game I play with myself… Thanksgiving Stories ~ TEN THANKFUL TURKEYS Read Aloud ~ Bedtime Story... Posted by Grandma at 9:00 AM Email This BlogThis! And read aloud with your kids because reading allowed can be so important and there are so many great reasons to do it with your if you’re looking for resources to use along with your reading aloud, make sure that you visit There are no discussion topics on this book yet. During those times you grow. Author: Tomie dePaola. What other picture books would you add to this list? It urges us to open our eyes and see the blessings that surround us. I love the rhyming and beautiful inclusive illustrations within this book. I am very sorry to say that this book felt lazy to me. Of dePaola’s many books, this one reminds me most of Let the Whole Earth Sing Praise: the gentle illustrations, the carefully curated text, and the small format make this book, too, one that is clearly meant to be held and savored by the littlest readers. David Steindl-Rast, the book offers 32 exercises adapted from A Network for Grateful Living and The Greater Good Science Center that explore all aspects of grateful living. Now, that may not seem like a big difference, but it’s big enough to be meaningful, and I’ll tell you why. Illustrated with Tomie's signature soft lines and gentle colors, a young boy awakens with the dawn, opens his eyes and looks closely at his world. Read aloud to younger children, this classic will increase their exposure to advanced vocabulary while being reminded that all that glitters isn’t necessarily gold. Each day they are mindful to reflect on one thing for which they are grateful. For more information about NIP tax credits or anything else, please call Read Aloud at (304) 345-5212, or email Executive Director Mary Kay Bond at readaloud@frontier.com . Simple picture book for children that reminds the reader to open their eyes and see the things around them, be thankful for each thing they see and view the day as the gift it is. 1985). I am all for gratitude and believe it is never too early to install its value in children.Nonetheless, the execution here is a bit disappointing. To read more about the history of the GRA and the books that have been used, please go here. Books are being read aloud with permission from publishers under ... Today's Featured read aloud. I didn’t love reading this to myself as good as the message is, but I think it would be wonderful to read to a small child. Need another excuse to treat yourself to a new book this week? 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