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JF The Day You Begin.movExtension Activity for The Day You Begin by Jacqueline Woodson
Write, draw, or create a video response to the story. You might think about what you learned from the story or how listening to the story made you feel.
KC Giving Tree.mp4Extension Activity for The Giving Tree by Shel Silverstein
After listening to the story, write a poem or alternate story ending showing what would happen if the tree did not give everything to to boy. Consider how the ending would be different if the boy gave to the tree as well. You may submit a picture, writing, or video of your response.
The Reading Writing Project from the Teachers College of Columbia University has put together a collection of authors reading their work aloud. Click on any of the videos below to hear their work.
Click on the Storyline Online box to hear stories read to you by celebrities. This is a great resource for younger students to explore on their own or with family members.
We believe all students have a story to tell and a right to be heard.
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