Jan Brett

This month, we are focusing on the author, Jan Brett.  We have been reading a different book of hers everyday.  We even noticed that she wrote 2 Gingerbread stories.  Gingerbread Baby has definitely been a favorite.  While in the computer lab this week, we were able to see and hear Jan Brett on the computer.  We watched her sketch a page of the book and also listen as she read, The Gingerbread Baby.  The students are learning that authors and illustrators are real people and this served as a great opportunity for the students to be able to see her in action!  We are learning a little about Jan Brett's life as a writer and illustrator.  We learned and noticed that she loves to write books about animals and most of her books offer information about animals and nature.  We found out that she loves to visit other countries to learn about their cultures, costumes and countryside to add to her stories.  We have been paying close attention to the borders and side panels in each of her stories.  The detailed illustrations often offer us additional details and clues about the story.  If you have any of the following Jan Brett books that you are willing to share with us for the week, please send them in with your child.

The Three Little Dassies

Hedgie Blasts Off

The Mitten

Armadillo Rodeo

Trouble with Trolls

The First Dog