Head to Toe by Eric Carle | Fun Storytime Read Aloud with Mr. Tim, IB School Librarian
Head to Toe – Read Aloud & Movement Story
Head to Toe by Eric Carle is a bright, energetic picture book that invites children to move their bodies as they read. Each page introduces an animal and a simple action, encouraging young learners to copy the movement from head to toe.
The repetitive structure and bold illustrations make this an ideal read-aloud for early years, ESL classrooms, and active storytime sessions. It supports body awareness, listening skills, and coordination — all while keeping children fully engaged.
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Why This Book Works So Well
- Encourages physical movement and coordination
- Reinforces body parts and action vocabulary
- Supports listening and imitation skills
- Perfect for whole-class participation
Classroom Ideas
- Pause after each page and let students perform the movement together
- Repeat actions faster or slower to explore pace and control
- Invite children to invent their own animal movements
This book pairs beautifully with other Eric Carle titles and movement-based read-alouds for early learners.
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