Beginning a new school year can be tough for anyone, but for Melvin Mule it's extra daunting. Summer is coming to an end and Melvin Mule imagines dreadful things at school. Once he begins school his attitude changes for the better. This book offers a funny perspective towards school. It will have students laughing and feeling more comfortable about the new year. Recommended *Beginning of the Year read aloud-make anchor charts about all the great things about school/classroom *Comic relief throughout the school year *Familiarize children with school *Conversation starter about anxiety or fears about school *Teach rhyming *Teach settings
About the I teach in a small town in Texas. I've taught Head Start to 3rd Grade. One truth I Learning to read is magical for the teacher and student.