Please Bury Me in the Library
What’s inside...
Inspired by poets like Edward Lear, X. J. Kennedy, and Lewis Carroll, the author of Arithme-Tickle and Scien-Trickery has created a delightful collection of original poems about books and reading. These poems vary from sweet, to silly, to laugh-out-loud funny. Complemented by Kyle M. Stone's clever and endearing illustrations, this collection is a perfect treat for book lovers of all ages. Be warned, once you start reading, you might not be able to stop, as minutes could turn into eternity.
Series reading
Non-Sequential
Age
4-7
Length
32 pages
Text complexity
Discussion points
What do you think the title, 'Please Bury Me in the Library,' means?
How do you feel when you visit the library?
Can you imagine a world without books? What would that be like?
Which part of the book did you find the most interesting or fun?
If you could write a book, what would it be about?
Tip: Role play these questions
Before starting the book, ask your child what they think the book will be about just by hearing the title. This sets their imagination in motion.
Pause at engaging points in the book to ask your child their thoughts or how they think a character is feeling.
Encourage your child to relate the story to their own experiences, such as a visit to the library or a memorable story they read.
Discuss the importance of books and libraries in our world, emphasizing how they hold the knowledge and stories of many generations.
After reading, encourage your child to draw a scene from the book which they most enjoyed or found intriguing.
Key lessons
Example Lesson: The value of libraries and books
Explanation: The book emphasizes the importance and love for libraries, presenting them as magical places filled with knowledge and stories.
Real-World Application: Children can be encouraged to visit libraries, explore various books, and develop a lifelong love for reading and learning.
Example Lesson: Expressing one's feelings and thoughts
Explanation: The book uses creative and humorous poems that express a deep affection for books and libraries, demonstrating various ways of expressing oneself.
Real-World Application: Children learn that their thoughts and feelings can be expressed creatively through writing or talking, helping them communicate more effectively.
Example Lesson: Respecting and caring for books
Explanation: Through its whimsical narrative, the book conveys the message of treating books with care, as they are valuable resources that offer endless knowledge.
Real-World Application: Children can apply this lesson by handling their own books carefully, keeping them in good condition, and respecting the materials they borrow from libraries.