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A few weeks ago I published a post with books to use if you are teaching a unit on food chains.  I love finding great books to go along with different units of study- it is one of my favorite teachery things to do!  So after coming up with the list of food chain books- it really made me start thinking about the huge AMOUNT of TIME it takes teachers to plan out their units- from books to videos to websites to anchor charts to student resources... and on and on.  And an idea was hatched... I want to create a place where teachers can look to find a list of resources that they can use when teaching various units- I love the research and planning phase and I want to help busy, tired teachers by giving them a list of planning ideas that might save a smidge of their valuable time. So... here goes! You will have to let me know what you think- and give me ideas of anything you think I might want to add! FOOD CHAINS- take 2! BOOKS: Food Webs: Who Eats What? by Clair...

Do you teach food chains? I have compiled a list of books you might want to check out! This first one would be GREAT to kick off your unit- it is a fiction book that is filled with humor... Carnivores by Aaron Reynolds This book tells the story of three lonely carnivores who are trying to fit in- and while it is a funny book with AMAZING illustrations- the book has an underlying message of the importance of being true to yourself. (The author of this book also wrote Chicks and Salsa - which is a favorite of mine!) Be sure to really look over the illustrations and all that they include!  Food Webs: Who Eats What? by Claire Llewellyn This book provides a great overview of the food chain. The illustrations are bright and vivid. The book is filled with nonfiction text features that you can point out to reinforce those reading concepts! I highly recommend this book as part of your food chains study.  What Do You Know About Food Chains and Food Webs by Suzanne Slade This book is...