A
“Hello Book” is perfect for helping children recognize their names and create
friendships. You will need a
photograph of each child, construction paper, book rings, and markers. Glue each child’s photo on a page. (If you don’t have photographs of the
children, just let them draw a picture of themselves.) Write “Hello child’s name.” at
the top of the page. Punch holes
in the pages and put together with book rings. Start your day by reading the book together and saying hello
to each other.
*You
could also use the book when you want to ask questions to the class. Randomly turn to a page and let that
child answer the question. This
will allow “thinking time” and discourage children from shouting out the
answer.
*Use
this book to dismiss children for learning centers, to line up, etc. Flip through the book and hold up
different pictures. As the
children see their photo, they may be dismissed.
*“Sing
and read” this book to the tune of “Good Night, Ladies.”
Hello,
(child’s name).
Hello,
(child’s name).
Hello,
(child’s name).
How
are you today?
Hint! Bind the pages at the bottom so you can hold the book in your lap and flip down the pages as you sing.
*Make a similar book called "Kiss Your Brain!"
Or,
how about, “Got Milk?” where you paint a white mustache on each child’s photo
with white out!
My friend Vanessa Levin (pre-kpages.com) made this book for me years ago.
