Write a letter or email to a close friend recommending the book you have just read. Choose from adult fiction, adult nonfiction, young adult and childrens titles. Patricks day ever activities below are some teaching ideas and a free book companion to help make this a meaningful read aloud for your students. My lucky day by keiko kasza scholastic books for kids. I hope all of days of current year be like today for me. I did not include the phonics instruction that is also in each unit. When hearing that, i couldnt wait to do something special and funny and expected where dad was going to take us. Shes only 6 months but we read to her everyday and were always looking for good stories for the day she can appreciate them. The ultimate guided reading toolkit bundled with guided r.
This day maybe known as a dreadful day to quite a few as it is the start of a new week but for you, its just another lucky day. Take this quiz to reveal when your next one will be. But as the piglet is quick to point out, shouldnt the fox give him a bath first. This is a fun, humorous story that i look forward to reading to my young daughter as she gets older. Try this quiz out and see which day will be your lucky day this week. The horn book starred kaszas gouache art is as buoyant and comical as her narrative.
I was first introduced to this book when our school used the reading street series. This craftivity is part of a full unit of activities that also go along with t. Yes, the download is typically what we do for each book. Foxs door, the fox can hardly believe his good luck.
A blog for teachers to find example questions and ideas for different reading skills and. My lucky day by keiko kasza is a wonderful book with a surprise. I didnt need to go to the 5 and my leg soon got better. We had a great 2night stay at lucky day guesthouse. Printable the luckiest st patricks day ever activities. I not do well in my test because i didnt work hard enough. In a funny trickster tale of her own, kasza keeps readers guessing until the surprise ending when theyll realize it was piglets lucky day all along. Jul 9, 2016 my lucky day by keiko kasza is one of my very favorite books. I did include the phonemic awareness because it so important. Kids also retell the story, write complex sentences, and tell the difference between this story and the three little pigs. My lucky day by keiko kasza the picture book teachers.
Foxs door accidentally, the fox can hardly believe his good luck. And, its the pig who has the lucky day, not the fox, and you wouldnt expect a pig meeting a fox to have the lucky day. The featured story is my lucky day by by keiko kasza. I usually jot my thinking down before i forget the possibilities. This lesson plan is based on the book my lucky day by keiko kasza. Were sure youll love these lessons as much as we do. Im also sharing some pictures from our class activities with this book. The hosts were very nice too, all working at gudauri. My lucky day by keiko kasza the picture book teachers edition. My lucky day by kasza, keiko and a great selection of related books, art and collectibles available now at.
Find books like my lucky day from the worlds largest community of readers. This was my dream blog post i have been waiting to write for last 12 months since i passed my written exam 30th aug 2012. Penguinputnam div of scholastic, 2004 age rangepreschool to grade 2. Written in a fastmoving, conversational voice, this book easily lends itself to spirited readalouds especially for parents who like to use character voices. Make a list of new, unusual, or interesting words or phrases found in your book. Be sure to find 3 pieces of evidence to support this. Friendship and kindness activities especially education. Its not every day that dinner just shows up on your doorstep.
After 15 hours of nervous time since finishing my lab exam finally i got my result. From brer rabbit to anansi to bugs bunny, the trickster is celebrated across cultures. The scout with the most money when time is called gets first choice at prizes or gets to claim the title of its my lucky day champion. Mr fox wastes no time in inviting piglet in for dinner pig roast is his favourite. Nov 06, 2012 a lucky day it was a beautiful sunday morning, my dad hit upon a sudden idea that he would like us to try something different we have never done before.
It was a little tricky to get a warm shower in the first floor bathroom. I was at peak of mountain and you know today was blustery day. Patricks day ever with your students and kids, choose a fun snack and a craft to extend the experience. The subtle humor and warmth he created in his books continues to inspire me, she says. One day, a hungry fox was preparing to hunt for his dinner. Jan 01, 2003 my lucky day by keiko kasza is an extremely cute and wellwritten book for children in preschool to about 8 years old.
In a final funny flourish, the last page shows the pig relaxing in front of a fire, reading a directory of other. The webinar was far from perfect, but hopefully, you could glean some new ideas. Hand out the paper money and pennies to each scout. It centers around a piglet going to a foxs house, and outfoxing the fox from eating him. A medium sized furry animal with a bushy tail and a pointed snout. The illustrations and story line are very hard to choose. Learn vocabulary, terms, and more with flashcards, games, and other study tools. Fox can say grace, the piglet has manipulated him into giving him a. Authors purpose entertain evidence animals dont cook or live in houses. Poems, activities, games, recipes, and leprechaun tricks abound in a resource packet designed for st. Goodreads members who liked my lucky day also liked.
There are even measuring, graphing, and mapping activities. Higherorder thinking with my lucky day by keiko kasza smart kids. I scoffed about it all day thinking its just another ordinary day. Each book might have different activities, but essentially you will have 5 days worth of comprehension and response activities for each book. And while the valentines decor hit shelves in november, you may be struggling to come up with some fun vday activities. Lucky day today was my lucky day in the beginning of new year. The teacher will also discuss important vocabulary from the story polished, startled, delicious, hauled, roasting, filthy, pounded, and exhausted. The students will then make predictions of what my lucky day will be about. A lucky day it was a beautiful sunday morning, my dad hit upon a sudden idea that he would like us to try something different we have never done before. Heres a peek at some ways you can use my lucky day by keiko kasza. The start of the weekend and fun for most is your lucky day.
Fox can say grace, the piglet has manipulated him into giving him a fabulously tasty meal, the full spa treatment with bath and massage, eedom. My lucky day makes us laugh, a friend gave us her copy when she moved away and weve read and enjoyed it countless times. If you enjoy this resource, be sure to check out these book activities. Will the fox have a nice tasty dinner, or is the pig up to something sneaky. My lucky day reading and writing kindergarten reading activities, preschool. Find more comprehension strategies paired with picture books in our. Related products contribute resources add your poems, quotes, or title ideas to share with other members. Check them out and take them with you to read and enjoy. Making inferences takes comprehension to a deeper level than just the surface. Fox can say grace, the piglet has manipulated him into giving him a fabulously tasty meal, the full spa treatment with bath and massage, and. The teacher will ask the students what it means to feel lucky. Perfect picture book friday my lucky day loni edwards. When a little pig knocks on his front door, a hungry fox thinks its his lucky day. To ask other readers questions about my lucky day, please sign up.
A hungry fox cant believe his luck when a pig actually shows up on his doorstep. I think that is all i am going to say about this book, other than it is a great book your your students will love it. The day you decide to do it is your lucky day author. I made this minilesson to help students use some critical thinking skills while listening to this story as a read aloud. The goal is to challenge others to games of skill and win their money from them. Apr 27, 2016 my lucky day makes us laugh, a friend gave us her copy when she moved away and weve read and enjoyed it countless times. Select another category 25 classic crafts 31 winter break activities 40 bedtime books 4th of july 5 minute sparklers 5 senses 50 alphabet activities 50 alphabet books 50 books for 2 year olds 50 easy art projects for toddlers 50 outdoor activities 75 activities for 3 year olds 75 books that build character 75 christmas books for kids 75 things. This packet of reading street kindergarten unit 4 week contains six handson activities which are ccss aligned and support the skills as presented in this weeks lessons. An awardwinning story time favorite with a hilarious twist at the end. Listed below are the reading skills, strategies and ideas you might need to create a great lesson to go with this book. My lucky day miniunit freebie by jds rockin readers tpt.
Kasza admires many great picture book creators, such as leo lionni and maurice sendak, but says that the work of arnold lobel has influenced her the most. My lucky day miniunit freebie with images lucky day. The illustrations and story line are very hard to choose between for my favorite part of this book. Throwback thursday my lucky day tbt thursday, april 7, 2016. Students choose one word, and then write the definition, draw a picture, and use the word in a sentence. The ultimate guided reading toolkit bundled with guided reading lesson plans 1st grade spelling through the. A hungry fox cant believe his luck when a pig actually shows up on his doorstep read more. The bed was a little short for my friend hes 185cm, especially with the large pillow that was provided. My lucky day reading activities the curriculum corner 123. This packet was created to use with the book my lucky day by keiko kasza. Find all the books, read about the author, and more. I put on my warm clothes i go outside on a cold day. In this homophone activity, learners choose the correct word to complete a set of 10 sentences.
Mr fox thinks its his lucky day when a piglet knocks on his door but the piglet is smarter than mr fox realises the story. A chance for some down time and just to read for the wonder of being transported to a different place and time. My lucky day craftivity rooster art, reading street, story elements, literacy stations. Making inferences using my lucky day this reading mama. My lucky day by keiko kasza is one of my very favorite books. My husband and i also spend quality one on one time together riding our harley. Fox seizes this opportunity to dine on piglet, but piglet convinces him that he could have a much nicer dinner if he would wash him in a warm tub, feed him to fatten him, and massage him to get a. My lucky day by keiko kasza is an extremely cute and wellwritten book for children in preschool to about 8 years old. They are available on a first come first served basis. My lucky day a hungry fox finds a piglet who seems to have mistakenly come to his door in search of a rabbit. This is a smartboard activity to accompany unit 4 my lucky day. Tamera has put together a great collection of activities that emphasize vocabulary from the book my lucky day. Patricks day this free printable makes a cheeky leprechaun. Each skill or strategy has multiple pages that are differentiated to fit the different needs of your students you can have all your students working on the same skill but with a page that best fits their needs.
Fox seizes this opportunity to dine on piglet, but piglet convinces him that he could have a much nicer dinner if he would wash him in a warm tub, feed him to fatten him, and massage him to get a tender roast. Reader 20 read aloud anthology standards 1 day blocks 1 hour national standards ccss literature 5. This weeks perfect picture book friday selection is from a favorite authorillustrator of mine, keiko kasza title. My lucky day miniunit freebie lucky day, kindergarten activities. I know ive found a great book when i have an instant brainstorm of teaching ideas. Book lucky dip most of us understand the value of reading to our children on a daily basis, and it can become the loveliest time in a busy day.
You can find all of these activities in my picture book companion for lucky tucker. Make sure to appoint all your errands for that day after you get your answer. All day long i have been listening to people talk about why they think a date like 121212 is a day of luck. See more ideas about animal crafts, preschool crafts and forest animal crafts. Books similar to my lucky day meet your next favorite book. Read the story my lucky day and complete discussions questions as they read the story.
My lucky day goodreads meet your next favorite book. Find my lucky day book lesson plans and teaching resources. Free kids books online tons of free ebooks for kids you can find for. Here are a few of my favorite activities that promote friendship and kindness because valentines day doesnt just have to be about pink, hearts, and chocolate. At first i felt an unbelievable sense about flying. My lucky day by keiko kasza teaching ideas the picture book. Interactive read alouds are my newest passion i think and i was so thrilled to share my excitement with you all last night. As he polished his claws he was startled by a knock at the door. Choose two characters from the story and write a conversation they might have. In this amusing picture book the trickster is an adorable, innocentlooking little pig who knocks on the door of a very hungry, mean fox. Animals that use their brains to find their way out of danger have a long and entertaining history, and this storys got a good one. See more ideas about lucky day, keiko kasza and book activities.