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Llama Llama Time to Share



Last updated Monday, December 9, 2019

Author: Anna Dewdney
Date of Publication: 2012
ISBN: 0670012335
Grade Level: Kindergarten    (GLCs: Click here for grade level guidelines.)
Date(s) Used: Dec. 2019

Synopsis: From School Library Journal: When the new neighbors stop by for a visit, Mama reminds Llama Llama and Nelly Gnu to share. The two youngsters get along well until Nelly plays with Llama Llama's most cherished toy, and a brief scuffle results in Fuzzy Llama's arm being torn off. Not to worry, the toy and friendship are soon mended, leaving everyone anticipating the next playdate.

Note to readers:
•  This is one in a series of books. Look at the back cover.

Discussion topics for before reading:
•  Which of the books is this series have you read or been read to?
•  This book discusses the importance of sharing, and how that is important to friendship. Why do you think it is important to share?

Vocabulary

•  share - give a portion of (something) to another or others. use, occupy, or enjoy (something) jointly with another or others.
•  neighbor - a person living near or next door
•  castle - a large building, typically of the medieval period, fortified against attack with thick walls, battlements, towers, and in many cases a moat.
•  moat - a deep, wide ditch surrounding a castle, fort, or town, typically filled with water and intended as a defense against attack.
•  disaster - a sudden event, such as an accident or a natural catastrophe, that causes great damage or loss of life.

Discussion topics for during/after reading:
•  Do you have sisters/brothers? Other relatives, neighbors...that you have to share with? What things do you share?
•  Do you have things that you don't like to share? Why?
•  Who helps solve your disagreements when you argue? What kind of suggestions do they make?

Craft ideas:
•  Draw a picture of your favorite toy
•  Make your own "Fuzzy Llama" using a paper plate!
•  Draw a holiday picture (eg. Christmas Treee, menorah, snow man, Santa)
•  Check our craft ideas on Pinterest!
https://www.pinterest.com/readingtokids/december-2019/

*Note: These craft ideas are just suggestions. You can use them, but you don't have to use them. You can expand upon them, or add your own twist. Remember, though, that the focus of your time should not be on the development and execution of a craft; the focus should be on the read-aloud and the enjoyment of the book!