Thursday, November 22, 2012

Antonio's Card: La Tarjeta de Antonio by Rigoberto Gonzalez



Suggested Grade Level: 1-3

Summary: Antonio is a boy who loves words. He is amazed by all the things we can express because of words. When Mother's Day comes, Antonio wants to write to his mother and her partner Leslie. However, Antonio is teased by his classmates. 

Connections: How would you include this text in your classroom? This book is a great choice to include in your classroom. It can be used to discuss how different family structures may be, and promote acceptance among students. The book could also be used as  a writing prompt, or around Mother's Day. Here is a link to a teacher's guide to this book.

Available in  English, Spanish

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