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How hard is it to write a book using a vocabulary of only 50 words?

Easier than finding some Green Eggs and Ham in the kitchen.

This beloved Dr. Seuss children's book was born from a bet.

His publisher challenged him to write a book using only 50 different words.

The result?

A masterpiece of minimalism.

-Kabir & Sue

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​Monthly Bucket - July
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​📚 Books

• ​The ABC Bunny​
  ​By Wanda Gág​
  An unfortunate accident with an Apple drives Bunny from Bunnyland to Elsewhere. Every letter in the alphabet is represented in Bunny's journey through what he eats to whom he meets.
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• ​Adventure Awaits​
  By Henry Cole
  ​A cat and a dog set off on their own adventures, each intrigued by something they see. On the way, simple phrases like "fly fast" and "dart, dash" make this a fun read aloud and wonderful vocabulary lesson for young ones. As the animals explore, examine, inspect, and investigate their surroundings, a surprise brings the two together!
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• ​Animal Families: River​
  ​By Nosy Crow (Illustrated by Jane Ormes)​
  ​Find out the different names for mother and father animals that live in and around the river - and then lift the flap to find the babies and learn what they are called. This striking, satisfying introduction to animal families features screen-printed artwork and bold neon ink to capture the attention and imagination of babies and toddlers.

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🍦 Extras

• ​How to make cucumber raita - Sue's secret recipe
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• ​How teachers can model good feedback & negotiation - Dr. Welyne Thomas, educator & exec coach weighs in
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• ​These are some of the questions kids love to ask us during school visits
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• ​34 Fun Activities to do with family for July 4th

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📅 Calendar​
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• August 15 - Independence Day​
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• August 19 - Raksha Bandhan
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• November 1 - Diwali​
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📷 Photo

This is how you bhangra dance.

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📖 Readings​
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