Read Around the World: Find a map of the world that can be hung up, ideally on a corkboard to be able to add pins to places you’ve “traveled” through reading. Do research to find books that are set in countries around the world, adding a pin to the map every time you’ve read a story from that country.

History

• The child has learned about different countries around the world and their locations on the map.
• They have gained knowledge about the cultures and traditions of various countries through the books they have read.
• This activity has helped them understand the diversity and interconnectedness of the world.
• By adding pins to the map, the child has visually represented the places they have "traveled" through reading, enhancing their understanding of geography.

Continued development related to this activity can include encouraging the child to research more about the countries they have read about. They can explore topics such as historical events, famous landmarks, or traditional foods of those countries. Additionally, they can create scrapbooks or journals to document their reading journey and include pictures or drawings related to each country.

Book Recommendations

• A Long Walk to Water by Linda Sue Park: This book is set in Sudan and tells the story of a young girl's journey to find water.
• The One and Only Ivan by Katherine Applegate: While not set in a specific country, this heartwarming story takes place in a zoo and highlights the importance of empathy and friendship.
• The Secret Garden by Frances Hodgson Burnett: Set in England, this classic novel explores themes of friendship, growth, and the healing power of nature.