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Only one thing can compare to the whimsy of Dr. Seuss: a child's imagination. Pair the bouncing narrative of a Dr. Seuss book with your learner's illustrations in a fun reading activity. As you read a selected passage, your class draws what they believe the author is describing.
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Instructional Ideas
- Show your class the illustrations from the story and see how they compare to the ones they craft
- Perfect to use during the month of March
- Use the activity to celebrate Dr. Seuss's birthday
- Choose one of Dr. Seuss's less famous works to encourage more imaginative illustrations
Classroom Considerations
- Choose a section of the story with descriptive words and that is easy for youngsters to visualize
Pros
- Encourages active listening and descriptive drawing
- Emphasizes the importance of listening for details
- General worksheet could be applicable to any of Dr. Seuss's works, as well as any picture book you're reading in class
Cons
- None