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Summary: Great Tool for Cultural Diversity
Review: As a school social worker I'm using this book to talk to a predominantly African-American 1st grade class who is having problems with teasing due to being too light or too dark. After I read the book I have them hold up their pointer finger and pretend it's a crayon. I tell them to scribble on their desk with their crayon and then look at the scribbles of the kids around them. The color that is produced is the color of their skin. They see that none of the shades are exactly the same, and that leads into a discussion of why we treat people differently due to skin color. It puts a somewhat complex concept into simple terms and is a delight to read. Kids love it!
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Summary: One of my favorites!
Review: I frequently use books to teach lessons (in an indirect way) to students. My area of expertise is teaching students with disabilities. For the individuals that I teach, it is important to make them think about issues -- rather than "telling" them what to think. This books lends itself to some great discussions. Recently a friend of mine used it with members of the Student Council at our high school -- they LOVED it!!! A must have...(along with Giraffes Can't Dance). J. Michael Woods, M.Ed.
Teacher, Exceptional Student Education
Doctoral Student, Florida Atlantic University
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Summary: One of my favorites!
Review: I frequently use books to teach lessons (in an indirect way) to students. My area of expertise is teaching students with disabilities. For the individuals that I teach, it is important to make them think about issues -- rather than "telling" them what to think. This books lends itself to some great discussions. Recently a friend of mine used it with members of the Student Council at our high school -- they LOVED it!!! A must have...(along with Giraffes Can't Dance). J. Michael Woods, M.Ed.
Teacher, Exceptional Student Education
Doctoral Student, Florida Atlantic University
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Summary: Great multi-age book!
Review: I originally bought this book to use with a 2nd grade class, but my four year old son just loves it. The colors are bright and bold. He loves picking out all the colored crayons as I read about them in the book. This book could be read with three year olds to help them with colors. Great book - I hope you like it too!
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Summary: Great for Diversity & Team Workshops
Review: I use this story with just about every adult and youth group I speak to. I use it to build upon our diversity and how if we all get together (as the crayons do in the book) the picture is complete. This is a MUST BUY if you work with any age group. The story is so simple, yet powerful.
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Summary: Great for Diversity & Team Workshops
Review: I use this story with just about every adult and youth group I speak to. I use it to build upon our diversity and how if we all get together (as the crayons do in the book) the picture is complete. This is a MUST BUY if you work with any age group. The story is so simple, yet powerful.
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Summary: Wonderful Book About Cooperation
Review: This book is great for children at the elementary level. It teaches about cooperation and how to get along with others.
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Summary: SUPER FANTASTIC BOOK!
Review: This book was great. While attending the TASC (Tennessee Student Council) state convention, one of our keynote speakers read us this book. This was to about 650 junior high and high school students. The kids loved the book. It is one of those books that no matter how old you are, it carries a powerful message. I am buying it for myself (36 year old teacher) and my classes.
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Summary: The Crayon Box That Talked has a lot to say!
Review: This is my son's favorite book. I used to read it to him (he's 4) but now he reads it to me...and I learn something new everytime he does. The poem is simple yet profound...it's about a box of crayons that doesn't get along until...well, read it and find out!!! It's a must have for all home libraries. Adults can learn a lot from this book, too.
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Summary: Not just for kids!
Review: We regularly use this book for team building training for teens and adults. Before "story time" we hand out crayons to the group. The participants are asked what color they would like and then are given a different color (as an example that in life you don't get to pick your gifts and talents!). And then everyone gets to sign the book with their crayon. This book is a hit with all ages and a fun way of dealing with the serious topics of respecting differences and working as a team.
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