Unit Plan
Roald Dahl

The BFG Lesson Plans

For Teachers 3rd - 7th Standards
A 55-page unit examines the novel, The BFG, by Roald Dahl. Six lessons pay close attention to friendship, dreams, and believing themes while analyzing interesting characters, writing creative vocabulary, smilies, metaphors, an exciting...
Primary
University of Florida

Baldwin Library: Texts for Children

For Students K - 1st Standards
A scanned copy of the 1851 publication of Texts for Children, a book of religious poetry for children.
Primary
University of Florida

Baldwin Library: Pretty Poems for My Children

For Students 1st - 3rd
A scanned copy of the 1853 publication of Pretty Poems for my Children, a book of poems for children.
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Other

University of Southern Mississippi: De Grummond Children's Books Digital

For Students 9th - 10th
The de Grummond Children's Books Digital Collection contains a selection of books and documents from the holdings of the de Grummond Children's Literature Collection at The University of Southern Mississippi. The majority of works...
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Books in the Classroom

Carol Hurst's Children's Literature Site: Tuesday

For Students 3rd - 8th
Contains a book review for Tuesday and several activities to accompany the book.
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Books in the Classroom

Carol Hurst's Children's Literature Site: Black and White

For Students 6th - 8th
This site on the book "Black and White" by David Macaulay, includes a review of the book, a listing of things to notice and talk about, activities related to the book, other related books, and links to other resources.
Lesson Plan
Orca Book Publishers

Orca Book Publishers: 'Crossbow' Teaching Guide [Pdf]

For Teachers 4th - 7th
In Crossbow by Canadian Author Dayle Campbell Gaetz, fourteen-year-old Matt sets out to live as a hermit in a cabin and encounters a stranger who has moved in. At first, they are friends but Matt realizes the stranger is hiding dangerous...
Primary
University of Florida

Baldwin Library: Yankee Doodle Abc Book

For Students Pre-K - 1st
A scanned copy of the 1880 publication of Yankee Doodle ABC Book, an alphabet book for children.
Primary
University of Florida

Baldwin Library: The Book of Sports

For Students 3rd - 6th
A scanned copy of the 1852 publication of The Book of Sports by William Martin, a nonfiction book for children.
Primary
University of Florida

Baldwin Library: The Indestructible Spelling Book

For Students 2nd - 4th
A scanned copy of the 1852 publication of The Indestructible Spelling Book, an instructional book for children.
Primary
University of Florida

Baldwin Library: A B C Picture Book

For Students K - 1st
A scanned copy of the 1850 publication of A B C Picture Book by Francis C. Woodworth, a nonfiction alphabet book for children.
Primary
University of Florida

Baldwin Library: The Picture a.b.c. Book, With Stories

For Students Pre-K - 1st
A scanned copy of the 1850 publication of The Picture A.B.C. Book, with Stories by Francis C. Woodworth, an alphabet book for children.
Primary
University of Florida

Baldwin Library: Cousin Kate and Cousin Mary's First Book of Stories

For Students 2nd - 4th
A scanned copy of the 1853 publication of Cousin Kate and Cousin Mary's First Book of Stories by Catherine Douglas Bell, a book of poetry for children.
Primary
University of Florida

Baldwin Library: The Girl's Story Book

For Students 1st - 3rd
A scanned copy of the 1853 publication of The Girl's Story Book by Francis C. Woodworth, a book of stories for children.
Primary
University of Florida

Baldwin Library: Darton's Sunday Pleasure Book

For Students 2nd - 4th
A scanned copy of the 1898 publication of Darton's Sunday Pleasure Book by Helen Louisa Taylor, a religious book for children.
Primary
University of Florida

Baldwin Library: Fresh Flowers for Children

For Students 3rd - 5th
A scanned copy of the 1852 publication of Fresh Flowers for Children by Katharine Parker Gordon, a book of poetry for children.
Primary
University of Florida

Baldwin Library: Great Truths in Simple Words for Little Children

For Students 3rd - 5th
A scanned copy of the 1852 publication of Great Truths in Simple Words for Little Children by Favell Lee Mortimer, a fiction book for children.
Primary
University of Florida

Baldwin Library: Pretty Little Hymns for Good Little Children

For Students 3rd - 5th
A scanned copy of the 1851 publication of Pretty Little Hymns for Good Little Children by Louisa Watts, a book of poetry for children.
Primary
University of Florida

Baldwin Library: Poetry for Children

For Students 4th - 6th
A scanned copy of the 1850 publication of Poetry for Children by Lucy Aikin, a book of poetry for children.
Activity
Harold D. Underdown

The Purple Crayon: How to "Cook Up" a Great Picture Book

For Students 9th - 10th
An article outlining (in culinary form) the process of developing a successful picture book, from brainstorming to publication. Excellent tips and advice from a successful writer.
Activity
Harold D. Underdown

How to Write a Picture Book With Fabulous Rhyme & Meter

For Students 9th - 10th
An excellent resource for elementary writers looking to create or season a picture book with rhyming or metrical elements. Includes good advice and tips, as well as examples and links for further information.
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Books in the Classroom

Carol Hurst's Children's Literature Site: The Foxman

For Students 3rd - 8th
Have you ever read the book "The Foxman" by Gary Paulsen? This site features a review of the novel and points to ponder as you discuss it with your students. It also provides several links and a list of related books.
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Harold D. Underdown

Are You a Writer Looking for Inspiration?

For Students 9th - 10th Standards
A very helpful article for writers looking for inspiration. Presents advice about inspiration from the past, present, and future. Article written for children's literature but may also apply to other genres.
Primary
University of Florida

Baldwin Library: Gwen

For Students 2nd - 4th
A scanned copy of the 1898 publication of Gwen by Penelope Leslie, a fiction book for children.