Spark books and resources
Spark includes two books, two accompanying resources and an introductory letter. The resources provide advice and ideas for engaging students in reading for pleasure by creating meaningful sensory experiences that bring books to life.
The selected books are:
- A River by Marc Martin
- Professional Crocodile by Giovanna Zoboli and Mariachiara Di Georgio
A lovely, poetic story following a girl's imaginary journey from the city to the sea, complete with immersive illustrations.
What does a crocodile do for a living? This delightfully unusual picture book explores that very question. A sophisticated yet accessible book that reminds us not to prejudge, but rather to examine, ask questions and to wonder at the world around us.
The Resources:
Creating a Spark
The resources aim to provide practitioners in special schools with a range of adaptable ideas for using the books. Each resource contains instructions for one sensory project, along with several additional activities and page-by-page ideas for exploring the book using sensory experiences.
Creating a spark with A river
This resource uses A River by Marc Martin as a springboard for a diverse range of activities.
Creating a Spark with Professional Crocodile
This resource uses Professional Crocodile by Giovanna Zoboli and Mariachiara Di Giorgio as a springboard for a diverse range of activities.
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