Bear Snores On is part of our Starts With a Story Collection, which includes more than 550 picture book companions based on high quality children’s literature that support you in delivering highly-engaging interactive read alouds with follow up activities. Learn more about this children’s book below! - Jodi and the Starts With a Story Team
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SUMMARY
"Bear Snores On" by Karma Wilson is a delightful and cozy children's book that takes place in the wintry woods where Bear is fast asleep in his cave. As a snowstorm rages outside, various woodland animals seek shelter in his den, creating a lively party without Bear's knowledge. They prepare and share food while Bear continues to snore, oblivious to the snowstorm festivities. However, when Bear eventually wakes up, he joins in on the fun and warmly welcomes his newfound friends. Through rhythmic and playful storytelling, the book emphasizes the joy of friendship and the importance of inclusion. With charming illustrations and a heartwarming message, "Bear Snores On" captivates young readers and celebrates the spirit of togetherness, teamwork, and providing a helping hand.
 USE THIS BOOK TO TEACH:
Our read aloud lesson plans for this picture book come with reading comprehension questions (with sample student responses), 30 writing prompts, teaching ideas for grammar skills, social emotional learning discussion ideas, and more. Check out our list below to get a sneak peek at some of the skills this resource teaches.
- Discuss the author’s use of rhyme and rhythm in this book.
- Have students sequence the important events in the story. This is an important skill when it comes to retelling a story.
- Analyze the setting of this book. Discuss where and when it takes place.
- Introduce and act out action verbs.
- Discuss the different adjectives used in the book.
- Use this book to discuss a variety of emotions with students and how to manage them.
- Discuss the importance of self regulation.
NO-PREP PRINTABLE ACTIVITIES:
If you are looking for “ready to go” activities for the first day of school, be sure to check out the book companion. With it you’ll receive all of the following resources to align with this specific book:
- comprehension questions
- 30Â writing prompts with themed paper
- vocabulary activities
- word study print & go activities
- ideas for grammar lessons with focus sentence printables
- social emotional learning discussion topics
- graphic organizers to target specific comprehension skills and strategies
This book is a must have for your school or classroom library. Your students are going to love completing these activities for the book and you will be impressed with how much they learn. You will want to read this book to your class every year.
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ADDITIONAL BOOK SUGGESTIONS
You and your students will love the similar books listed below, which can all be found in our free picture book list.
- Bear Feels Sick by Karma Wilson
- Bear Says Thanks by Karma Wilson
- Bear's Loose Tooth by Karma Wilson
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