Today is Monday

Children love Eric Carle's colorful illustrations and animal characters. In this book children will identify parts of the day (morning, afternoon, evening) and the days of the week. Read the story Today is Monday to the class. Have each of the days of the week writing on a separate piece of paper. Put food item on a card and laminate them.

• Layout off the days of the week, starting with Monday. Have the students read the days of the week.
• After reviewing them, students can take turns placing the food cards beneath the correct day sign.
• Once all the food has been placed under the day of the week, students can help retell the story.
• Make copies of a blank calendar page for students. Have them draw the foods on the appropriate days.