Character Building Day by Day: 180 Quick Read-Alouds for Elementary School And Home

Features

• Reading level: Ages 9-12
  
• Cover Type: Paperback with 232 pages
• Published by: Free Spirit Publishing March 30, 2006
• Written in: English
• ISBN 10 Number: 157542178X
• ISBN 13 Number: 978-1575421780
• Book Dimensions: 8.9 x 6 x 0.8 inches
• Weighs: 12 ounces

Product Description
In elementary schools across the country, teachers are expected to provide at least five minutes of character education each day. This book makes it easy to meet that requirement in a meaningful way. It includes 180 character vignettes-five for each of the 36 weeks in the school year-grouped by trait. Each features kids in real-life situations making decisions that reflect their character. Each is short enough to be read aloud; all can be used as starting points for discussion, to support an existing character education program, or as the basis for an independent program. An great tool for the classroom or the character-conscious home.

About The Author
Anne D. Mather has taught middle school, high school, and church school and has written other books for children and teens. Louise B. Weldon has worked on behalf of kids as a workshop presenter, teacher trainer, and volunteer. Anne and Louise are also the authors of the character-building books The Cat at the Door and The Cats in the Classroom.

Reader Reviews
I was very excited to order this book. I couldn't wait to read stories to my 5 and 7-year old that focused on character traits. Problem is, the stories are way too short. Most are 1/2 - 3/4 of one page. Both children complained that the stories are not long enough. Honestly, I would be better off looking for picture books at the library that focus on one character trait, but have a more involved story that the children really get into. Great intentions, but falls short.