The Breaking News Box (COVID19 Science and Social Story Lessons)

In the beautifully illustrated and heart warming story “The Breaking News,” a child wonders why all the adults around are acting strangely and why things feel different. The illustrations throughout the book transform from dull and dark to vibrant and cheery as the child’s family finds a way to spread joy amidst dark times. This box will provide opportunities for your family to discuss the current pandemic, with a focus on scientific vocabulary and social emotional skills, at a preschool to grade-school level. Inside, you’ll find: 📖 a hard cover copy of “The Breaking News” by Sarah Lynne Reul🧴an experiment teaching the power of soap 🦠 a craft & discussion guide to explore what a virus (or germ) really is 🌻a sensory activity & discussion guide to encourage ways to help others ALL SPARKL BOXES come with a digital resource kit including reading tips, comprehension & reflection questions, worksheets, coloring pages, and more to elicit language and literacy skills. This PDF wi