The Book of Rules
The first feature of September (a tad late) is finally here with The Book of Rules by Brian Gehrlein (Author), Tom Knight (Illustrator).
With kids back in school, I knew I needed to add this to the list as a fall feature. Every elementary teacher loves to start out the school year with a fun, engaging read aloud and this one IS that, plus RULES! What more could a teacher want?
The Book of Rules asks children to follow rules 1-10 in order not to get eaten by the monster, Dennis! With some silly rules, like “Mooo like a cow” and “Make a fish face,” children are able to get their sillies out before it’s time to focus and follow instructions. With calmer rules to follow, like closing your eyes and deep breathing exercises, this book is the perfect balance of silly, interactive fun and learning to follow the rules. Will your child/ren get eaten by Dennis? :)
After reading this story, I hope your kiddos enjoy these FREE printables below.
Have children match the rule numbers with the correct picture. Use the story to help. Answers: #4-girl mooing #5-girl covering her mouth (do not smile) #2-boy sitting on applesauce #8-boy bear hugging #7-high-five # 9-girl with eyes closed
Copy and paste into a word document or download the printable here.
Children can choose their favorite rule from the story. Have them complete the sentence and then draw a picture of the rule.
Copy and paste into a word document or download the printable here.
Have children search for words from the story in this word find.
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Children can enjoy helping Dennis’ friends find their match by coloring the matching monsters the same color.
Copy and paste into a word document or download the printable here.
As with every picture book, I also want to offer a fun hands-on activity as an extension of the book.
For this hands-on activity, children will make their own BOOK OF RULES!
Depending on the children’s ages, help kids put together a book. All you need is 8X11 paper, and fold it in half. Again, based on the ages of the kids, depends on how many rules you want the children to create. I’d suggest maybe 5 rules, so a 10 page book. Staple the pages together on the folded edge. The children can write one rule on each page, and draw a picture associated to each rule.
Rules can be funny and silly, like “make a fish face” or more serious, like “close your eyes and take deep breaths.” If needed, create rules together as a class/home. But the possibilities for “rules” are endless.
I hope your kiddos/students enjoy this story, The Book of Rules, the printables and hands-on activity!
Please considering purchasing this book using links above or checking it out at your local library. After reading this story, PLEASE leave a review on Amazon or Goodreads. :)
Stay tuned for more Picture Books, Printables and Play!—OH MY!
