Plots and Themes in Children's Literature

Plots and Themes in Children's Literature

The following stories have enabled me to provide some of the most enriching story times.
I've printed out this list for the children at the end of the year with a message that says something like this: may you continue to find meaning and enjoyment in the stories you read and share.

Think positive : The Little Engine that Could by Waty Piper
A Fox will always be a fox : Dr. De Soto by William Steig
Be careful what you wish for : King Midas and the golden touch
Be careful what you wish for : Sylvester and the magic Pebble by William Steig
Don't let your curiosity get the best of you : Pandora's Box
Don't step on others : Yertle the Turtle by Dr. Seuss
Don't knock something till you try it : Green Eggs and Ham by Dr. Seuss
Be kind to people along the way: Momotaro
Be kind to people along the way: Mufaro's beautiful daughters by John Steptoe
Take you time. Don't be so hasty: The tortoise and the hare
Learn to share: It's mine by Leo Lionni
Be brave : Swimmy by Leo Lionni
Don't waste your time brooding : Zen shorts (see A heavy load) by Jon Muth
You never know what will happen next: Zen shorts (see A farmer's luck) by Jon Muth
Life is full of ups and downs, ins and outs : Oh the places you'll go by Dr. Seuss