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Camping/Catching Fireflies

For Teachers K - 2nd
Students create glow in the dark simulated lightning bug jars after reading stories about fireflies.
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Follow the Firefly

For Teachers 1st - 6th
Students read stories and create a replica of their main character by using "Neon Twistables." They fold several sheets of paper and create several scenes from their book. Students create a booklet, place a title on it, and design an...
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Exploring Bloom's Taxonomy Through Eric Carle Collage Technique

For Teachers K
Students participate in shared readings of Eric Carle's books and investigate the art and story elements. They create a collage and answer questions.
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For Creative Minds: Tudley Didn't Know

For Teachers 1st - 2nd
Learners discover facts about the animals in John Himmselman's book, Tudley Didn't Know, and make a paper turtle. For this marsh animals lesson, students first read the book Tudley Didn't Know. Learners read facts about painted turtles,...
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Bring Science to Life With Lesson Plans for Eric Carle Books

For Teachers 1st - 6th
An Eric Carle author study can lead students to study a variety of subjects including ocean life, life cycles, and symbiotic relationships.