I liked this book and the use of poems. There was a lot of rhyming and figurative language that I think would be very beneficial for students to see iI liked this book and the use of poems. There was a lot of rhyming and figurative language that I think would be very beneficial for students to see incorporated into a book. This book is very relatable for students, and it discusses all kinds of things students do, "after the bell rings." Whether that is sports, homework, video games, napping, or snacking, students have a variety of ways they spend their time after school. This book looks into the kinds of feelings students have towards activities like homework, or if they are stressed because they have had a long week filled with school and extracurriculars. I can see myself using this book in my classroom as a read-aloud as an intro to a poetry unit, looking at the use of figurative language, and also using this book as a way to discuss a balance between school, and extracurriculars. ...more
I loved this book because of the use of poetry, the cultural significance, and the amazing painted illustrations. I think this would be a good read toI loved this book because of the use of poetry, the cultural significance, and the amazing painted illustrations. I think this would be a good read to my students when introducing poetry, as well as looking into the cultural significance of this piece. I think this book could be used in my English or History classes in the future. Through these poems, it is evident through the use of personification that the North American Indians were very in touch with nature and animals. Each section of this piece reflects a different life experience and included with this are full-color paintings that perfectly portray the poems. I gave this book 4 stars because of the figurative language used in the poems, and the beautiful illustrations that helped portray the cultural significance of the piece....more