We are just starting and we have lots of time to dig into skills with this wonderful story. If time is available we might talk about some of our vocabulary words, but if not it’s okay. The first reading of the story is just a chance to hear the story. My kids really immerse themselves into the story, and I have a great time using as much inflection and emotion as possible to bring the characters to life. They go through so many emotions as they hear about everything that happens to Camilla Cream during her adventure. I love, love, love reading to my students, and they love having me read to them! The first time I read A Bad Case Of Stripes to my kids they are enthralled. Read aloud is a favorite activity in our classroom. This hands-on activity really helps my students learn the vocabulary words from the book inside and out. This anchor chart stays posted in the room and we refer to it throughout our book study. By discussing the vocabulary words, definitions, and how they are used in the story, I can help my students with reading comprehension when we read the book for the first time. Using an anchor chart is an easy way to introduce vocabulary. Day 1: Introduction Engagementīefore digging into the book we take a look at some of the vocabulary words from the book. While it’s perfect as a beginning of the year activity, it can also be used any time of the year. Our book study not only encompasses emotional learning, but also is a great mentor text for many skills, including vocabulary development, sequencing and cause & effect. I love that by focusing on the book for multiple days, my students really dig in the themes, characters and vocabulary at a deeper level. When I teach with A Bad Case Of Stripes, I do a book study that stretches out over several days. We refer to our class mission statement again and again throughout the school year, and when I have a lesson that aligns with it… BINGO! Connections are made and the learning sticks! A Bad Case Of Stripes Book Study These themes align perfectly with our class mission statement which we create collaboratively during the first week of school. The main character Camilla has to deal with issues revolving around bullying, self-love, individuality, and confidence! I love this book so much because it hits on important topics I want my class to learn about. But it doesn’t stop there, we also work on so many important reading skills too!Ī Bad Case Of Stripes is a story about a little girl who learns to be happy in her own skin… literally. I’m so excited to share with you how I have used this book to inspire self-love, confidence, and pride in my students. One of my favorite book study units to do with my class is A Bad Case Of Stripes by David Shannon.
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