Seriously is there any concept that couldn't be turned into a classroom book? I can't think of any. How about compound words? Uh huh...
I put the kids in partnerships, gave them a compound word that would be easy to draw, and put them to work. They drew the compound word, added a + sign, and then wrote the compound word on the back so that readers could guess what the word was before turning the page to see if they were right. Can you guess correctly?
What a meaningful way to collect, display, and enjoy our learning, not for just a day or two but for the rest of the year.
I love making class books. This is a great idea and I agree with you that these books can be enjoyed, not just on the day they are made, but for the rest of the year.
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Connie
welcometofirstgraderoom5.blogspot.com
Connie, thank you for coming by. I love hearing that others enjoy making class books as much as I do. We've got enough at the end of the year that every child takes at least 2 home as souvenirs.
DeleteYou know I love class books! These turned out great and the kids will be able to enjoy them over and over again!
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Conversations in Literacy
Lori, I love that you love class books. When it comes to teaching, we love the same things for sure!
DeleteYour class book is completely adorable! My kiddos love class books, I should totally do more of them!
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First Grade ABCs
Thank you Katie! The kids sure do love them, huh?
DeleteWhat a great book! I have posted you post. I LOVE it. Thank you so so much!
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First Grade @ Klinger Cafe
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Tammy, thanks for letting me take over your blog for a bit. I'm thrilled that you entrusted me with it.
DeleteThis is a super idea! We make classroom books too and at the end of the year, I just disassemble them and give each child their page to take home.
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First Impressions
Dee, thank you for coming by. The kids sure do love these books, huh?
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