Here we are again and it's time for THE SUNDAY EVENING POST. I've decided to thank some of my followers by posting favourites that they have used in their classrooms. All three of these women are elementary teachers and have an amazing love of books and children. They all put 110% into their jobs and show great care for their students. So, thank you Chris, Heather and Adrienne for all your hard work with the little ones and happy reading for many years to come.

Caps for Sale
by Esphyr Slobodkina

This book was recommended by my sister-in-law Chris. She has just recently retired from teaching but enjoyed many years as a kindergarten teacher. This is what she had to say about Caps for Sale by Esphyr Slobodkina,

"This is a tale about a peddler who encounters some monkeys on his journey from village to village. When the monkeys steal the caps the peddler must rely on his wits to get them back. The simple story, repetition of words and entertaining actions makes this story easy to retell with drama. Children love to be monkeys and mimic the peddler's actions."

Thank you Chis, can't wait to read this myself. Can I be the monkey?

Little Cloud by Eric Carle

 Little Cloud by Eric Carle is recommended by my dear friend Heather. As a mother and teacher specializing in literacy she has a wealth of knowledge to pass on. This is what Heather shared for Little Cloud,

"I have done a reader's theatre and art presentation with this book with my Primaries a number of times. They love it and many of his other books."

Other books by Eric Carle include The Very Hungry Caterpillar, The Mixed-Up Chameleon and 10 Little Rubber Ducks.

Thanks for the suggestion Heather. Classic authors always have a place in the classroom.

 The Paper Bag Princess
by Robert Munsch

The final book this evening is recommended by my old friend Adrienne. She spent many years as an Early Childhood Educator before becoming an elementary teacher with a passion for books. Here are her thoughts on The Paper Bg Princess by Robert Munsch,

"He [Robert Munsch] has a special way of captivating his readers. Most of his books have an element of silliness and repetition. The silliness doesn't show up as much in this book. The story is about a young princess named Elizabeth. Her castle is destroyed by a fierce dragon who also carries off her prince. Courage in hand, she sets out to rescue her prince. The story takes a typical theme of a prince saving the day and changes it to the princess as the heroine. It shows how brave girls can be and lets young girls know they do not need to depend on a boy to save them."

Interesting how a strong independent women chose a book with a strong independent protagonist. Thanks Adrienne!