THYME BOOKSTORE â—½ TIPS
Have you ever finished reading a book, but you wanted, needed, the story to go on? Maybe there was something about the story that felt unfinished, or maybe it was a particular character that grabbed your heart and as a reader you just wanted MORE! That’s how the book, Scissors, came to be.
As a teacher/author, I had the opportunity to visit each k-5 class in my school after publishing my first book, Bottle and Stick. During the visit we talked about the writing process and the kids asked lots of questions. One topic that came up again and again, from kindergarteners all the way to fifth graders, was about Scissors. She’s one of the characters in Bottle and Stick and the kids wanted MORE! They loved her cat-eye glasses, red lipstick smile, and vintage style. They were the first ones to point out Scissors looked a bit like…me. Ha! Not intentional, but I see the resemblance. They were begggging me to write Scissors’ story. So, I did.
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Just like we teach our students how to read, write, and do math, it’s important to teach them how to use school supplies safely. And a book is a fantastic way to kickstart a conversation.
So, find a cozy spot, curl up and give it a read. Scissors is feeling bored. Life seems dull. She sees her friend Pencil traveling all over the classroom and thinks she wants to be like him. With humor, Scissors shows us to embrace our uniqueness and to believe in ourselves, all while showing how to use scissors safely.
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After reading, build fine motor skills with a fun cutting activity. Something as simple as snipping scrap paper over a large tub is an excellent way to build motor skills.
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This book makes a wonderful Back to School gift. Preschoolers and elementary students will love reading with parents, grandparents, and teachers.
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