Jul 01, 2006 linda lives with her husband in flagstaff, arizona. A great gift for anyone, especially someone who mans a lot to you. Only one you by linda kranz is the focus of this literacy unit for students with autism and special learning needs. Only one you linda kranz series book 1 and over one million other books are available for amazon kindle. So, like, at the end of august, i shared with you my you be you lesson inspired by the wonderful book of the same title by linda kranz. I did this project as apart of our kindness and growth mindsets theme with my first through third grade kids. Students grades k5 at sharon elementary school in newburgh, in painted rocks inspired by the book only one you, by linda kranz to create a colorful stone lined path. I selected this book because it emphasizes the uniqueness of each individual learner. How about weaving your own story with handpainted story rocks that entertain and provide enjoyment for kids and adults wherever you go. At the beginning of this school year all the children of hambridge school painted a rock or a pebble in their own creative design, a project based on the book only one you by linda kranz. Linda kranz, winner of the ira childrens choices award, is the author of eight journals and a craft book, as well as the bestselling only one you and you be you. The video is inspired from the book, only one you, by linda kranz.
After reading the story with children, go back to the first page and ask students to study mama and papa fish. The story is basically about a little fish, who is getting ready to venture out on his own and he. The messages within are important and just as valid for adults as they are for children. Jan 01, 2011 linda kranz, winner of the ira childrens choices award, is the author of eight journals and a craft book, as well as the bestselling only one you and you be you. Mentor textpicture book linky only one you only one you linda kranz authorillustrator bestseller ira childrens choice award cooper square publishing.
This exquisitely illustrated book explodes with color and honest insights. She first inspired the students by reading linda kranzs 2006 childrens book, only one you. Great book as a read aloud to teach citizenship and kindness. The story is illustrated using photographs of painted stones, so we decided to make some painted stones too. Oct 03, 2016 this one talks about how sometimes you need to stand out and sometimes you need to fit in. Kranz s uniquely painted rockfish, set against vibrant blue seas, make an unforgettable and truly special impression. An elementary school in indiana combined creativity and literature to create a beautiful piece of art that will encourage students for years to come to be true to themselves.
Lincoln heights elementary schools interpretation of linda kranz s book only one you. This book is definitely on my wish list for my classroom library. Its ashley from the childrens museum, and today i have a book that id like to share with you called only one you by linda kranz. When i was growing up our family moved a lot, we lived in georgia, north carolina, florida, massachusetts, connecticut, germany, and then we moved to arizona. The students can join worlds or work alone to create a only one you, world. Additionally, the book contains one of my favorite lines. Only one you by linda kranz simple wisdom, yet powerful.
Only one you has a great message to remember and to share. A selftaught artist who painted on canvas until the day she found a smooth river rock, linda lives with her husband in flagstaff, arizona. It is a book that i would love to see on a shelf in every home. Only one you favorite quotes best quotes quotes to live by life quotes only one you speech and language language school say that again make you cry. This unit has various activities to accompany linda kranz s book, only one you. I liked this book so much that i bought linda kranzs other book you be you. This week weve been reading only one you by linda kranz. May 19, 2017 she first inspired the students by reading linda kranz s 2006 childrens book, only one you. Only one you is illustrated using photographs of painted fish, each one unique. Every single student paints one rock for the coolest. Stop motion video created by imagination kids art students june 2019. After brainstorming the meanings of the words in the book, the students will take the ideas into mcee and create a world where they can see, feel, hear and interact with the words of empowerment.
Books by linda kranz, childrens author and illustrator. In this book, youre going to see lots of colorful fish. With an overdrive account, you can save your favorite libraries. The materials are designed to allow students with multiple levels of. This heartwarming story empowers children to embrace their uniqueness and be the best perso. I liked this book so much that i bought linda kranz s other book you be you. Cooper square publishing llc july 28, 2006 want to own this. Today, im going to be using some crayons to decorate a rock, but if you have something like oil pastels or paint, you could use that too.
Linda kranz, winner of the ira children s choices award, is the author of eight journals and a craft book, as well as the bestselling only one you, you be you, and love you when. This beautiful story tells an important message in simple language. Linda kranz has written and illustrated picture books, journals for kids and adults, a popular. Mar 02, 2018 after brainstorming the meanings of the words in the book, the students will take the ideas into mcee and create a world where they can see, feel, hear and interact with the words of empowerment. Linda lives with her husband in flagstaff, arizona. Feb 16, 20 linda kranz, winner of the ira childrens choices award, is the author of eight journals and a craft book, as well as the bestselling only one you and you be you. The book i chose is called only one you, by linda kranz.
Not only is rockpainting a great creative outlet, its a wonderful way to create treasured, handmade gifts, transform rocks into colorful jewelry, magnets, cairns, and games. I think i will put some of her life lessons up around my classroom. Reader response pages, writing prompts and activities that will enhance the reading experience of the book, only one you, by linda kranz. Linda kranz children could create individual rocks and make a rock garden or add these inspirational pieces to a garden outside. It would be fun to extend with an art activity, painting rockfish of our own. Find all the books, read about the author, and more. Mentor textpicture book linky only one you only one you linda kranz authorillustrator bestseller ira childrens choice award cooper square publishing only one you. Where i belong by linda kranz linda kranz, author and. This book was actually given to me by a student and his family. Even though each fish is unique, linda kranz, the authorillustrator, used one or two fish repeatedly in each illustration. Sep 20, 20 lincoln heights elementary schools interpretation of linda kranz s book only one you. I thought it would be really fun to do a rock craft. Teachers uplifting art project reminds students of their. Only one you will inspire parents and children of all ages as they swim through the sea of life.
The materials are designed to allow students with multiple levels of learning to access and engage in le. Theres only one you in this great big world, make it a better place. Linda kranz, winner of the ira childrens choices award, is the author of many books and journals, including only one you. I think it is the perfect balance of teaching kids that its okay to be different and its okay to be the same, so long as you stay true to who you are. Only one you by linda kranz story time pals read to. Sep 2, 2012 i love love love only one you and linda kranz. This one talks about how sometimes you need to stand out and sometimes you need to fit in. Only one you by linda kranz overdrive rakuten overdrive. Linda kranz has written and illustrated picture books, journals for kids and adults, a popular craft book, and board and bilingual books for kids. Maximillian, a curious black and white snake is deciding where he fits in. As he makes his way to red mountain he is sidetracked by the happy sounds of a lively group of friends and marcus grandfather as they laugh, test their endurance, appreciate the leadership of a friend then stop and rest to enjoy the.
Only one you by linda kranz story time pals read to children kids books read aloud duration. Kranzs uniquely painted rockfish, set against vibrant blue seas, make an unforgettable and truly special impression. Lincoln heights elementary schools interpretation of linda kranzs book only one you. Oct 16, 2019 only one you by linda kranz story time pals read to children kids books read aloud duration.
This only one you unit is full of thematic and engaging reading, writing, vocabulary, grammar, listening and speaking activities. Linda kranzs book, only one you, is a beautiful story about the lessons parents share with their kids. In only one you, simple and powerful words provide insightful advice on being who we are and appreciating the beauty of the world and others all around us. It would be a great book to have on display for anyone to read and be inspired. Music was written and composed by lincoln heights students and music teacher ms. Adri is a young fish that is ready to begin his own life and his parents want him to take with him the wisdom they have learned.
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