There is something for kindergarten, first, second, and third grade. The legend of the poinsettia is a sweet holiday legend, retold by tomie depaola. The legend of the poinsettia kindle edition by depaola. This story tells the mexican legend of the poinsettia which has been handed down through the. Tomie depaola is another one of my favorite authorillustrators. This is a live reading of the legend of the poinsettia author. Legend of the poinsettia by tomie depaola book study and. Best known for his awardwinning picture book strega nona and for the 26 fairmount avenue series of chapter books, tomie depaola is one of the most prolific. One of my favorite holiday books is, the legend of the poinsettia by tomie depaola. In the story, lucida is a young girl who is excited to help her mother weave a new blanket for the baby jesus and the christmas procession in her village. This mexican legend tells how the poinsettia came to be, through a. Tomie depaola is a master storyteller and the pictures in the book are beautiful. Dec 17, 2018 the legend of the poinsettia craft and writing. The bright illustrations and sweet storytelling make this a wonderful book to enjoy with your child this holiday season.
This mexican legend tells how the poinsettia came to be, through a little girls. The legend of the poinsettia is a story about a little girl named lucida who is growing up in the mountains of mexico with her family. Legend of the poinsettia below is a legend of how we get the poinsettia, why we have it around christmas, why it is a winter plant and what it has to do with christmas and why churches use them during christmas. The legend of the poinsettia by tomie depaola author. As christmastime approached, the priest of their church cam up to lucidas mother and asks her to weave a new blanket for the baby jesus in the christmas procession. Plus it tells you other names used as well for this special holy flower. The legend of the poinsettia a story based on the mexican legend of a pure hearted young girl who discovers the true spirit of giving. The legend of the poinsettia summary tomie depaola inti. If you like this book, be sure to check out his other legend books. Students can retell the legend of the poinsettia in their own words, or respond to one of the other prompts i have included. The legend of the poinsettia by tomie depaola paperback.
I love it when extension activities can be used after reading a good book. The local padre has asked lucida and her mama to make a new blanket for the baby jesus in the christmas procession. This book is wonderful for all ages and the brightly colored illustrations will be especially appealing for young children. Its the story of a little girl and her sacrificial christmas gift, a story that truly focuses on an unselfish spirit of giving during the christmas season. The legend of the poinsettia by tomie depaola, tomie. At christmastime, the flower blooms and flourishes, the quite exquisite red stars lighting up the countryside. This mexican legend tells how the poinsettia came to be, through a little girls unselfish. See more ideas about legend of the poinsettia, poinsettia and holidays around the world. This story tells the mexican legend of the poinsettia which has been handed down through the generations. Best known for his awardwinning picture book strega nona and for the 26. This poinsettia craft will add a beautiful pop of color to student writing.
In this retelling of an old mexican folktale about the origin of poinsettias, lucida and her mother work tirelessly to weave a blanket for the baby jesus to wear in the towns nativity celebration. This video tells the story of the legend of the poinsettia using the illustrations of tomie depaola. See more ideas about poinsettia, christmas activities and legend of the poinsettia. The legend of the poinsettia, a mexican legend, tells how the poinsettia came to be, through a little girls unselfish gift to the christ child. One of the games might also work for perkindergartners. Unable to offer a gift of material value, she picks a handful of weeds that magically transform into brilliant crimson flowers and thus the custom of giving poinsettias during the holidays is born. His determination to create books for children led to a bfa from pratt institute. Celebrated author and illustrator tomie depaolo does an excellent job of breathing new life into this legend, creating a sweet and heartwarming book for young readers. The legend of the poinsettia ornament growing book by book. How the grinch stole christmas read aloud picture book. The legend of the poinsettia paperback october 6, 1997.
The legend of the poinsettia kindle edition by depaola, tomie. I thought i would share some of the comprehension and vocabulary activities i use each year of course, all gussied up with better borders and fonts than i used in the past. The legend of the poinsettia by tomie depaola goodreads. Use features like bookmarks, note taking and highlighting while reading the legend of the poinsettia. This mexican legend tells how the poinsettia came to be. The legend of the poinsettia is a retelling of a mexican legend about how the poinsettia came to be.
Related activity the obvious christmasthemed activity to accompany this book would be to. At christmastime, the flower blooms and flourishes, the quite exquisite red. Buy a cheap copy of the legend of the poinsettia book by tomie depaola. Dec 09, 20 reading of the legend of the pointsettia, by tomie depaola. I dont have time to read them all so i try to pick the ones that are the favorites. Dec 08, 2017 this is a live reading of the legend of the poinsettia author. While reading this book to my daughter last christmas i actually learned about the legend behind the poinsettia.
Dec 16, 2016 the legend of the poinsettia by tomie depaola is a beautiful story telling the legend behind the beautiful red flower we see throughout the holiday season. Beloved newbery honorwinning author and caldecott honorwinning illustrator tomie. The legend of the poinsettia is a mexican legend that tells how the poinsettia came to be the flower of the holy night. The legend of the poinsettia is a wonderful childrens book that tells the story of how the poinsettia came to be a symbol of the holiday season. I also used this book tucked in a sprig of poinsettias as a beautiful and well received centerpiece for tables at a teachers meeting. Dec 10, 2015 the legend of the poinsettia by tomie depaola is one of my favorite holidays around the world books to read. In this retelling of an old mexican folktale about the origin of poinsettias, lucida and her mother work tirelessly to weave a blanket for the baby jesus to wear in the. The legend of the poinsettia book study includes a poster, mexico facts, story map, elements of a legend, comprehensio. Nov 19, 2012 everyone then selects a book by the chosen author and creates an activity to accompany the book. Book the legend of the poinsettia by tomie depaola. A mexican legend tells how the poinsettia came to be, through a little girls unselfish gift to the chri. The legend of the poinsettia by tomie depaola, tomie depaola.
Download it once and read it on your kindle device, pc, phones or tablets. The legend of the poinsettia audiobook by tomie depaola. Everyone then selects a book by the chosen author and creates an activity to accompany the book. Dec 09, 2014 the legend of the poinsettia the book. Legend of the poinsettia courageous christian father. This mexican legend tells how the poinsettia came to be, through a little girls unselfish gift to the christ child. Buy the legend of the poinsettia book online at low prices in india. This book was a gift from my oldest sons godmother. There are so many great childrens books about the holiday season. Miss sofies story time kids books read aloud recommended for you.
Native to central america, the plant flourished in an area of southern mexico known as taxco del alarcon. Beloved newbery honorwinning author and caldecott honorwinning illustrator tomie depaola has embraced the legend using his own special feeling for christmas. This mexican legend tells how the poinsettia came to be, through a little girls unselfish g. This adorable story book is about how the poinsettia came to be used at christmas. Legend of the poinsettia the latin ballet of virginia. This book companion for the legend of the poinsettia contains all of these resources and more. In this retelling of an old mexican folktale about the origin of poinsettias, lucida and her mother work. The history and legend of the poinsettia the plant we know today as the poinsettia has a long and interestin g history woven in a combination of legend, politics, and a beloved embassador. Brian cavanaugh, tor legend of the poinsettia s ome time ago, i heard a lovely christmas story about maria, a young girl who lived on a poor family farm in a small village in mexico. The legend of the poinsettia by tomie depaola scholastic. Find all the books, read about the author, and more. Up until the point of reading this book, i didnt even know there was a legend behind this. Alices adventures in wonderland bedtime story for children alice in wonderland songs for kids duration.
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