Babushka Baba Yaga, Boat Ride with Lillian Two Blossom, Pink & Say, and Chicken Sunday
by Patricia Polacco
- For Grades Pre-K - 3
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Introduction
"We collect things and memories and store them lovingly in the recesses of our souls ... only to be brought out into the sunlight by telling about them over and over again." - Patricia Polacco
This guide is designed to assist teachers, librarians, and parents in promoting educational fun among primary readers. The suggestions offered in this guide will not only help children enjoy reading, they will also help them retain new information related to each of the stories.
The books included in this guide were chosen because of their positive themes and their ability to engage the child's imagination and natural curiosity. Each book is listed separately, with suggested vocabulary, topics, themes, and activities.
Themes
- Babushka Baba Yaga
Synopsis
Topics
The villagers are afraid of Baba Yaga, so the legendary creature disguises herself as an old woman in order to know the joys of being a grandmother.
Endangered species
Grandparents
Disguises
Folklore
Prejudice - Boat Ride with Lillian Two Blossom
Synopsis
A mysterious Indian woman takes William and Mabel on a strange boat ride and answers their questions about the wind, the rain, and the changing sky.Topics
Native Americans
Weather
Nature
Myths and legends - Pink & Say
Synopsis
Say Curtis describes his relationship with Pinkus Aylee, a black soldier, during the Civil War, and their capture by Southern troops.Topics
Friendship
The Civil War
Family relationships
Slavery
Literacy
Government
U.S. history
Geography - Chicken Sunday
Synopsis
To thank Miss Eula for her wonderful Sunday chicken dinners, the children sell decorated eggs to make money to buy her a beautiful Easter hat.Topics
Holidays
Traditions
Saving money
Honesty
Cooking
