The Koala Who Could 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
"The Koala Who Could" by Rachel Bright is a heartwarming children's book that tells the story of Kevin, a timid and reluctant koala. Kevin is set in his routine and afraid of change, preferring to stay safely in his tree. However, when the other animals in the forest invite him to join in their fun and adventurous activities, Kevin hesitates. Eventually, with the encouragement of a wise little bird, he gathers the courage to leave his tree and embrace new experiences. Through vibrant illustrations and engaging storytelling, the book teaches children the value of stepping outside their comfort zones, embracing change, and discovering the joy that comes from trying something new. By the end of the story, Kevin's transformation inspires readers to embrace their own abilities and the endless possibilities that await them.
 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.
- Practice comparing and contrasting after you read the book.
- Have students practice their questioning skills as you read the book.
- Discuss the author’s use of rhyme and rhythm in this book.
- Teach a lesson on bold print using examples from the book.
- Teach students how contractions are used.
- Teach students about the importance of having a growth mindset using examples from the book.
- Discuss friendship and the qualities that make a good friend.
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.
- Love Monster by Rachel Bright
- The Lion Inside by Rachel Bright
- The Squirrels Who Squabbled by Rachel Bright
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