This delightful story is perfect for a “back to school” read aloud. It allows for discussion and comparing and contrasting. You will want to check out this book companion that will provide you with and entire days worth of activities.
The resource includes vocabulary for posting and word work activities to follow or for a center. (ABC Order, Making Words, Word Search and Opposites) Following reading the story there is a perfect activity for students to talk about feelings and compare them to Chester’s as well as comparing Chester’s first day to their own. There is a delightful poster about their school and a small group discussion game. For math there is a sequencing activity as well as leveled data collection activities. You will also love the mini book about the first day of school. For science there is an opportunity to talk about nocturnal and then compare night and day activities. And the Chester craft is amazing!! It will be perfect to decorate your classroom or bulletin board.
Follow the resource up with this cute FREE Scavenger Hunt to tour the school and your classroom.
