To develop an understanding of the difference between homophones and homonyms. Introduces beginning readers to homophones through fun wordplay and easytoread verse, featuring a lively cast of curious zoo animals and hosted by aunt ant. Digitizing sponsor internet archive contributor internet archive language english. In dear deer, author gene barretta uses homophones in simple, sometimes silly sentences, placing the samesounding words into a context that clearly demonstrates their meaning and usage. Introduces beginning readers to homophones through fun wordplay and easytoread verse. A book of homophones by barretta, gene a copy that has been read, but remains in clean condition. Dear deer is a childrens book that takes you through a letter from an ant to a deer. A romp through the zoo has never been so eyeopening. As they write, we can see how many words sound the same but different meanings. Booksource is the premier trade book distributor to k12 school classrooms across the country. Dear deer is a fun center for students to match homophones by filling in the blanks in sentences. A book of homophones from the worlds largest community of readers. It was great to see their minds work to figure out the meaning of the homophones. Adventures a himitsu we are a nonprofit school encouraging students to lear.
Comes with 3 different sorting mats with reindeer homophones that come in. Jun 11, 2015 jun 11, 2015 homophone activity use after reading dear deer stay safe and healthy. Dear deer does exactly that and will have your students laughing out loud at the utter silliness. Lesson plan from spoken arts created by spoken arts view the pdf share. Introduces beginning readers to homophones through. A note to the reader helps students learn what a homophone is. Theres the moose who loved mousse and ate eight bowls, and the whale. Next, write both words on a large piece of paper so the children can see the spelling of each word. A book of homophones by gene barretta paperback, 2010 at the best online prices at ebay. Aunt ant is writing a letter to an antlered friend dear deer. Gene barretta when clever aunt ant moves to the zoo, she describes the quirky animal behavior she observes by speaking in homophones, from the moose who loved mousse to the fox who blew blue bubbles. If you are teaching homonyms and homophones, read them this book and they will definitely 1 get the concept, 2 have fun with it, and 3 be itching to. I get so excited when i can read the book dear deer.
Its a cool concept, teaching kids about homophones words that are spelled differently, have different meanings, but sound the same. This book is a series of letters that contain homophones between dear deer and aunt ant. Comes with 3 different sorting mats with reindeer homophones that come in puzzle format where they match the backgro. We offer discounted pricing, free shipping and unparalleled expertise and customer service. Molly nash larson, bartlesville ok my children absolutely love genes latest creation. If you are teaching homonyms and homophones, read them this book and they will definitely 1 get the concept, 2 have fun with it, and 3 be itching to create and share their own funny word play riddles. Hilarious wordplay at the zoo with your friendly guide, aunt ant. The words dear, deer sound the same but have different meanings and spellings. This book given as a gift explained the difference not just of the deardeer, but many other homophones as well. The author, gene barretta, use homophones to make the book more fun and enjoyable for children to read. A book of homophones by gene barretta librarything. Please practice handwashing and social distancing, and check out our resources for adapting to these times. This picture book introduces children to the concept of homophones words that sound the same but are spelled differently. Teaching homophones read dear deer and list all of the.
Nonfiction filled with hilarious wordplay, this picture book introduces children to the richness of language through the concept of homophones words that sound the same but are spelled differently. A book of homophones by gene barretta compiled by bitsy galaska, librarian robeson elementary center common core state standardsenglish language artsliteracy, reading foundational, first grade ccss. This book given as a gift explained the difference not just of the dear deer, but many other homophones as well. A book of homophones by gene barretta i picked up this book at the school book fair in the spring because i liked the bright colors and the cartoony art. Teachers guide from book it created by book it view the pdf share. Ask students to listen as the story is being read and give a signal, such as a hand raise, when they hear a pair of homophones. This is a great book with numerous examples to teach children about homophones. Compiled by bitsy galaska, librarian robeson elementary center. Aug 09, 2016 popular book common core language homonyms, homographs, and homophones elementary workbook. Theres the moose who loved mousse and ate eight bowls, and the whale who was allowed to wail aloudand thats just for starters.
Jun 11, 2015 homophone activity use after reading dear deer stay safe and healthy. This playful picture book introduces children to the richness of language through the concept of homophones. It turns out to have been a fun find for both boys. Henry holt and company 2007 first scholastic printing, september 2008. Jul 20, 2010 dear deer does exactly that and will have your students laughing out loud at the utter silliness. Why do dear, deer sound the same even though they are completely different words. Theres the moose who loved mousse and ate eight bowls. Finding books fun books that engage children in learning about english is a great way to increase understanding of skills that can be dry and dull. Dear deer a book of homophones i love finding books that teach as well as entertain children. Theres the moose who loved mousse and ate eight bowls, and the whale who was allowed to wail aloudand thats just for.
Speaking in homophones, she describes the quirky animal behavior she sees. Apr 3, 2012 this last week i introduced homophones. Sep 04, 2007 clever aunt ant has just moved to the zoo. Worksheets are dear deer a book of homophones by gene barretta compiled, interpersonal effectiveness work dear man give, minimal pairs hair or hear, deer predation or starvation, dear henshaw beverly cleary winner of the newbery medal, homophones work 2 alien visitor, written and illustrated by gene barretta introduced by, deer. Praise for dear deer youngsters will be tickled by the homophones and the brightly colored, appealing illustrations. Popular book common core language homonyms, homographs, and homophones elementary workbook. Homophones are words that sound the same but have different meanings and usually different spellings. The premise of the story is that aunt ant is writing to her nephew, dear deer, and giving him an update on all her neighbors and friends.
Find dear deer homophones lesson plans and teaching resources. Buy a discounted paperback of dear deer online from australias leading online bookstore. Nonfiction filled with hilarious wordplay, this picture book. This letter explains that the ant now lives in a zoo and has meant a lot of other animals. Mar 19, 2016 tell students that the pairs of words listed are called homophones, or words that sound alike but have different meanings and spellings. This book uses a lot of playful language in a letter format. Review the list of homophones found in dear deer and ask the children to remember the di. Students will read each sentence then fill in the blank with the correct homophone. Overview clever aunt ant has just moved to the zoo. A book of homophones barretta, gene clever aunt ant has just moved to the zoo. The aunt ant is writing a letter to her nephew dear deer and she appears on every page. Please practice handwashing and social distancing, and.
A book of homophones by gene barretta 2007, hardcover at the best online prices at ebay. Deardeer hearhere auntant moosemousse ateeight youewe dazedays. Dear deer a book of homophones paperback 2008 for sale. Aunt ant moves to a zoo and describes all of the animals she sees through homophones. In the tradition of fred gwynnes a chocolate moose for dinner 1976 comes this comic tale replete with homophones. Feb 01, 20 dear deer a book of homophones i love finding books that teach as well as entertain children. Tell students that the pairs of words listed are called homophones, or words that sound alike but have different meanings and spellings. Booktopia has dear deer, a book of homophones by gene barretta.