Curated OER
Trees!
Pupils are introduced to the parts of trees through discussion and participation in learning centers with hands on activities that focus on each part.
Illustrative Mathematics
Illustrative Mathematics: k.oa Ten Flashing Fireflies
The purpose of this task is to help young scholars develop fluency with addition facts to 10. Using the book "Ten Flashing Fireflies" by Philemon Sturges, students will move a yellow counter to the ten frame to represent the firefly in...
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Polk Brothers Foundation Center for Urban Education at DePaul University
De Paul University: Center for Urban Education: How the Firefly Got Its Light [Pdf]
"How the Firefly Got Its Light" is a one page, myth about the fly who wanted to be special; he made a deal with the moon to be his friend and, in return, the moon shared the secret of shining. It is followed by constructed-response...
Just Books Read Aloud
Just Books Read Aloud: Eric Carle: The Very Lonely Firefly
A video of the book "The Very Lonely Firefly", written by Eric Carle. Just Books Read Aloud is a site that includes children's books read aloud by normal (but enthusiastic) readers.
Books in the Classroom
Carol Hurst's Children's Literature Site: Eric Carle
What do you know about Eric Carle, the author? This Carol Hurst site highlights some interesting facts about this author's life and refers to some of his books.