Head to Toe by Eric Carle | Fun Storytime Read Aloud with Mr. Tim, IB School Librarian
"Head to Toe" by Eric Carle is a colorful and interactive book that offers many educational benefits for young readers. The book encourages children to move and be active by imitating the movements of animals from head to toe, helping to develop gross motor skills and coordination. The book also introduces children to various body parts and reinforces the concept of body awareness. The repetition of the phrase "I am a [animal name], and I can [action]" helps to build early literacy skills such as phonemic awareness and sequencing. Additionally, the illustrations are bright and engaging, capturing the attention of young readers and encouraging them to explore the world around them. Overall, "Head to Toe" is a delightful and educational book that is perfect for parents and teachers looking to encourage physical activity and promote early learning.
"Head to Toe" by Eric Carle features a variety of animals that young readers can imitate and learn about. The animals included in the book are:
- Gorilla - touching the ground with both hands and feet
- Elephant - touching the knee with the trunk
- Cheetah - stretching legs out in front and arching the back
- Kangaroo - hopping on one foot
- Flamingo - standing on one leg
- Seal - balancing a ball on the nose
- Camel - bending the back like a hump
- Giraffe - touching the sky with the neck
- Fish - bending the body in a wave-like motion
- Owl - turning the head from side to side
Look Inside: Head to Toe by Eric Carl (Amazon #Ad)