A Guide for Using in the Classroom Based on the novel written by Ludwig Bemelmans This guide written by Cynthia Holzschuher Teacher Created Materials, Inc. 6421 Industry Way Westminster, CA 92683 www.teachercreated.com 1995 Teacher Created Materials, Inc. Reprinted, 2000 Made in U.S.A. ISBN 1-55734-538-4 Illustrated by Kathy Bruce Cover Art by Agi Palinay The classroom teacher may reproduce copies of materials in this book for classroom use only. The reproduction of any part for an entire school or school system is strictly prohibited. No part of this publication may be transmitted, stored, or recorded in any form without written permission from the publisher.
Table of Contents Introduction and Sample Lessons...................................................3 Sample Lesson Plan..............................................................4 Unit Planner....................................................................5 Getting to Know the Book and Author...............................................6 Suggestions for Using the Unit Activities..............................................7 Unit Activities - Language Arts Pocket Chart Activities.....................................................11 Pocket Chart Patterns......................................................13 Story Questions...........................................................14 Stick Puppet Theaters......................................................15 Stick Puppet Patterns......................................................16 Character Web...........................................................18 What s the Story?.........................................................19 Antonyms...............................................................20 Following Directions.......................................................21 Rhyming Words..........................................................22 A Magic Carpet Ride......................................................23 Creative Writing..........................................................24 Pictionary.......................................................25 Unit Activities - Related Curriculum Patterns and Card Game....................................................26 Word Problems...........................................................28 Classify and Graph Pictures.................................................29 Telling Time to the Half Hour................................................30 Paris Landmarks..........................................................31 French Children s School Day................................................32 Where s Genevieve?.......................................................33 Spain..................................................................34 London.................................................................35 Dressing........................................................36 Your Pet and Genevieve...................................................37 and Pepito Dolls..................................................38 Shape Book Cover........................................................41 Puzzle.........................................................42 Clip Art.........................................................43 Culminating Activities Readers Theater..........................................................44 French Luncheon and Videos................................................46 Bibliography...................................................................47 Appendix......................................................................48 #538 Literature Unit 2 1995 Teacher Created Materials, Inc.
Introduction and Sample Lessons has been one of the most popular characters in children s literature since her first book was published in 1939. She is small, mischievous, and full of energy. The stories have endured through the years because of rhyming texts, whimsical illustrations, and predictable situations that magically appeal to children who have never been to Paris or thought of attending a private parochial school. The six books in this series are wonderful classics that will provide a valuable look at French culture for your students. This unit is primarily concerned with the original title, ; however, we hope you will also choose to share the other titles with your class. The appendix will help you with additional ideas. Many of the worksheets and activities in this unit are appropriate for any (or all) of the series. A Sample Lesson Plan The sample lessons on page 4 provide you with a specific set of lesson plan suggestions. Each of the lessons can take from one to several days to complete and can include all or some of the suggested activities. Refer to the Suggestions for Using the Unit Activities on pages 7 10 for information relating to unit activities. A Unit Planner If you wish to tailor the suggestions on pages 7 10 in a format other than that prescribed in the Sample Lesson Plan, a blank unit planner is provided on page 5. On a specific day you may choose the activities you wish to include by writing the activity number or a brief notation about the lesson in the Unit Activities section. Space has been provided for reminders, comments, and other pertinent information relating to each day s activities. Reproduce copies of the Unit Planner as needed. 1995 Teacher Created Materials, Inc. 3 #538 Literature Unit
Language Arts Pictionary Directions: Color the pictures. Cut apart the pages. Put them in ABC order and staple into a book. Use your book for class discussions about events in the books. Pictionary Pepito Spanish flag tiger 1995 Teacher Created Materials, Inc. 25 #538 Literature Unit
Social Studies Paris Landmarks went to school in Paris, the capital city of France. The city has many beautiful buildings that attract tourists. Paris is also important as a center of art, culture, and fine food. Here are some of the landmarks illustrated in : Eiffel Tower This is the highest point in Paris and the symbol of the city. There are three observation floors with restaurants and souvenir shops. It attracts 3.5 million visitors a year. Opera House This is the largest opera theater in the world. The beautiful lobby is made of marble. There is also an opera museum inside. It took ten years (1862 1872) to build the hall and museum. The Place Vendome This public square got its name because it once was the residence of the Duke of Vendome. The buildings are simple but include the famous Hotel Ritz and the home where Chopin died. Hotel Invalides This hotel was built in 1671 by Louis XIV as a place for old soldiers to live. There are still cannons in the courtyard that are fired on important holidays. Notre Dame This is one of the finest cathedrals in the world. It has two towers and 28 stone statues of the kings of France over the doors. Inside is a museum with religious artifacts. The Louvre This art museum holds some of the most famous paintings and sculptures in the world. It was originally built as a fortress in the 13th century. It is near the Seine River. 1995 Teacher Created Materials, Inc. 31 #538 Literature Unit