Young World 1, Unit 3: Apples and Crisps
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This Klett unit covers food, shopping and writing a list. Here are some suggestions for native English speakers to extend this theme:
What’s on Your Plate: Exploring the World of Food, by Whitney Stewart
Explores the cuisine from 14 different countries discussing the foods they eat and how they prepare and eat it. (Lexile 1100L) what is this?
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Apples, by Ken Robbins
From seeds to harvest to eating, this book has beautiful hand-colored photos is a good foundation to talk more about how other foods are grown and what recipes they are in. (Lexile 710L) what is this?
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How to Make an Apple Pie and See the World, by Marjorie Priceman
A little girl goes to the store to buy the things she needs to make an apple pie. (Lexile AD590L) what is this? TEACHERS: Lesson Plans are available for this book.
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Cloudy with a Chance of Meatballs, by Judith Barrett
Considered a classic of children’s literature. In the town of Chewandswallow, the inhabitants don’t grow food, they get their food three times a day from the sky. Eventually, the weather takes a turn for the worse when the portions get too large and start to destroy the town. Compare it to the movie of the same name. (Lexile AD730L) what is this?
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Stone Soup, by Marcia Brown
A great lesson on the importance of sharing and cooperation, this easy read tells about three hungry soldiers who convince an unwilling town to make them soup. Based on a European folktale. (Lexile 550L) what is this? This is a great book to introduce folktales, discuss sharing, and make soup. Writing prompts are available as an extension to this book.
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Lunch will Never Be the Same, by Veera Hiranandani
Third-grade Phoebe has a new classmate from France who expands her knowledge and love of food. (lexile 750L) what is this?
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The Baking Life of Amelie Day, By Vanessa Curtis
A girl with cystic fibrosis loves to bake and wins a spot on baking challenge. A delicious story of overcoming a huge challenge. Complete with recipes (940L) what is this?
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Pizza! A Slice of History, by Greg Pizzoli
Fun facts about one of the world’s favorite foods. (Lexile 780L) what is this?
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Nacho’s Nachos, by Sandra Nickel
The true story of chef Ignacio (Nacho) Anaya and how his quick invention led to a famous snack. An quick read which can lead to a great discussion on other food inventions. It’s also a great way to talk about the use of the apostrophe.
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Extension Booklet
A booklet covering short vowels, plurals anod other grammar and spelling topics has been designed to be used with this unit. Available by contacting Theresa Jäger at [email protected].
