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My Island – by Stéphanie Demasse-Pottier

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Jill Randall

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The theme of "islands" has been a favorite over the years, especially to explore personal space, stationary movement, and working within hula hoops. And now, with teaching via Zoom in our separate spaces….we might want to explore "islands" through this new angle.

My Island is a dreamy book by Stéphanie Demasse-Pottier and illustrator Seng Soun Ratanavanh. I suggest using it with preschoolers, kindergarteners, and 1st graders.

I live on an island that has no name,

an island where the flowers are always blooming,

an island where there are thousands of birds, and other animals, including snails.

Play with movement potential page by page. The students will sometimes be the narrator, and sometimes the plants and animals on the island. Build a group dance and share it with families, even via Zoom. Play with moving in and out of the frame/screen.

As for music, may I suggest "Akabanah" by Kodo?

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An Island Grows

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    MD Sihab Uddin

    Nestled amidst the cerulean expanse of the ocean, the island beckons with its untamed beauty and serene tranquility. Here, time seems to stand still, as the gentle rustle of palm trees harmonizes with the soothing melody of crashing waves. Every grain of sand tells a story of ancient seafarers and mystical legends, whispered by the winds that dance across the landscape. From hidden coves to towering cliffs, each corner of this island is a canvas painted with nature’s finest hues. It’s a sanctuary for weary souls, a haven where worries dissipate like morning mist, and where the only currency is the priceless gift of solitude. Welcome to paradise, where the spirit of adventure awaits around every bend.

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