When sages spelling and definition of a word reveal her misunderstanding of it to her classmates, she is at first embarrassed. When sage returns to school on monday she is embarrassed to learn that she has misunderstood the spelling and definition of the last word on the spelling list. All funds raised by the vocabulary parade will support the purchase of new books for the webster school library. Inspired by the vocabulary fashion show in debra frasiers miss alaineus and the lesson it inspired at writingfix, these fifth graders personified vocabulary words by turning them into runway models. Short answers to big questions about picture books playlist. Debra frasier is the author and illustrator of many awardwinning picture books including on the day you were born and miss alaineus, a vocabulary disaster. Although the vast majority of books that have lexile measures did not change, a small subset of books required updated lexile measures. After reading the picture book to your class, students select and define 24 words and write 8 alliterative, descriptive sentences using the new words such as. Theresa debuted her anne frasier pen name in 2002 with the novel hush. Miss alaineus lesson plan students will broaden their understanding of various literary devices and strengthen their vocabulary skills as they read miss alaineus. Whether you need a classic kids book or classroomproven teaching materials, discover it at scholastic.
Debra frasier s on the day you were born has been loved by more than a million families since its publication ten years ago. It took me about 20 minutes to read the whole thing aloud, with pauses for laughter. On my arrival day i swooned from the bridge so i immediately looked up the nearest outfitter to see if i could get on this lovely stretch of water. Book miss alaineus a vocabulary disaster image not available. Debra frasier talks on miss alaineus vocabulary parades. This selfdirected vocabulary project by teacher traveler is inspired by the book miss alaineus. A vocabulary list featuring words from miss alaineus, a vocabulary disaster by debra frasier. Perform a second reading of the book, this time simply reading the vocabulary sentences found along the sides and bottom of each page. A vocabulary disaster voyager books, 2007 by debra frasier prior to sharing it with the class. In addition to her wellknown talks on creative process, debra s innovative book events build a communitys creativity through projects that start with a story.
When she misinterprets the meaning of the word miscellaneous, the resulting situation is nothing short of hilarious. Becoming sick before vocabulary day spells disaster for fifthgrader sage, who often relies on making up her own vocabulary word definitions. Sage spells the unfamiliar word as best she can and compounds the problem by writing her own highly imaginative definition without the benefit of a dictionary. Each of debra frasiers books has an accompanying book event aimed at building vocabulary, creativity, and community.
This project is based on the book miss alaineus, a vocabulary disaster, and has raised vocabulary scores in schools across the nation, all while having a creative blast. Explore the debra frasier books business page in minneapolis, mn. Author and illustrator debra frasier talks about her book, miss alaineus, a vocabulary disaster and on they engendered the popular vocabulary parades. Miss alaineus by debra frasier and a great selection of related books, art and collectibles available now at. Miss alaineus cruchleys collection diana cruchley is an awardwinning educator and author, who has taught at elementary and secondary levels. A photo journal by debra frasier and a great selection of related books, art and collectibles available now at.
Ugliest dog in the universe miss alaineus on the day you were born. Miss alaineus award for the most original use of a word. Words from miss alaineus, a vocabulary disaster by debra. Debra frasier books, author biography, and reading level. In addition to her wellknown talks on creative process, debras innovative book events build a communitys creativity through projects that start with a story. Words from miss alaineus, a vocabulary disaster by debra frasier. Anne frasier is a new york times and usa today bestselling author with over a million copies sold.
Inspired by the vocabulary fashion show in debra frasier s. A vocabulary disaster has 3 available editions to buy at half price books marketplace same low prices, bigger selection, more fun. On may 4, 2014, i flew from minneapolis to hartford, connecticut, for a week of school author visits in newington. Please note that the lexile measures for a small population of books have been recently updated.
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Debra frasier talks on miss alaineus vocabulary parades youtube. Click to read more about on the day you were born by debra frasier. The vocabulary parade shown in miss alaineus has become a national phenomena. And theres no better place to start than with debra frasiers awardwinning classic miss alaineus. Click book covers to find an introductory slide show and free downloads. Host a vocabulary parade kit, based on the book miss alaineus, a vocabulary disaster, written and illustrated by debra frasier is licensed to. A great read to kick off a vocabulary emphasis or lay the foundation for a word parade. Sage has the flu and receives her vocabulary list via a hurried phone call from her best friend, who spells all but the last word.
See all books authored by debra frasier, including on the day you were born, and miss alaineus. Fun book with many print elements embedded within the story. Discover book depositorys huge selection of debra frasier books online. Debra frasiers picture book, on the day you were born, has become a perennial classic for welcoming new babies and celebrating families. Her awardwinning books span the genres of suspense, mystery, thriller, romantic suspense, paranormal, and memoir. Oct 23, 2014 excellent activity to build knolwedge for younger students about community helpers. Please note that as an amazon associate, i earn money from qualifying purchases. How do you get kids, especially younger ones, aware of the importance of word learning. I exclaimed as i opened it, and i began to read it aloud to my korean friend. Diana cruchley20, debra frasier, harcourt, 2000, isbn 0152021639. Debra frasiers picture book, on the day you were born, has become a perennial classic for welcoming. Sage misses school due to a cold and from there the misunderstanding begins.
Young readers will find frasier s rhythmic passages soothing, if not always entirely comprehensible. Page, fifth grade teacher, are the project coordinators for the webster school parade. A vocabulary disaster, a birthday cake is no ordinary cake, the incredible water show, and out of the ocean. Author and illustrator debra frasier talks about her book, miss alaineus, a vocabulary disaster and on they. Spike, an abandoned ugliest dog in the universecontest winner, finds love and a new home in this heartwarming tale about beautyand its many permutations. Debra frasier books minneapolis, mn business information. Vocabulary parade author debra frasier collection by debra frasier books. Debra frasier lives and works in mnneapolis and asheville, nc. Her workshops are practical, include detailed handouts, and are always enthusiastically received. Founded in 1997, has become a leading book price comparison site. Debra frasier is the creator of out of the ocean and the bestselling classic on the day you were born. In the year 1988, anne frasier published her debut book, amazon lilly, a cult phenomenon.
Free shipping and pickup in store on eligible orders. She is at first embarrassed but then uses her mistake as inspiration for the vocabulary parade. On the day you were born by debra frasier librarything. Miss alaineus, a vocabulary disaster debra frasier. Used books may not include companion materials, may have some shelf wear, may contain highlightingnotes. Below is a list of anne frasiers books in order of when they were originally released. Initially, amazon lilly was published by pocket books, but later on, bantam books reissued the book. A vocabulary disaster hardcover 2000 author debra frasier on. A vocabulary disaster, a birthday cake is no ordinary cake. Debra frasier talks on miss alaineus vocabulary parades duration. Choose a unit of study for students vocabulary study that is rich in challenging, complex vocabulary. Acts as an understanding and instructional activity to foster community literacy and because of its dramatic and roleplay components is a rich crosscurricular activity.
Sage turns her mistake into a gold trophy at the schools vocabulary parade. This page lists, in alphabetical order, each frasier episode writer followed by which episodes they wrote. Debra frasier s debut picture book, on the day you were born, has become a perennial classic for welcoming new babies and celebrating families. Enhancements were made to more precisely measure materials read in k2 classrooms. A vocabulary disaster paperback in bulk, at wholesale prices.
Depending on the abilities of your students andor the time you have, you may wish to reduce the number of words they must use or assign fewer. The teachers selected a hotel for me that turned out to be steps from the farmington river. But miscellaneous is finally revealed for the word it truly is, and sage manages. Visit scholastic, the worlds largest childrens book publisher. Sniffling and coughing through a week at home with a cold, sage one who shows wisdom, experience, judgment misunderstands one of mrs. Miss alaineus, a vocabulary disaster is a hilarious romp through the usually notsofunny world of vocabulary. Librarything is a cataloging and social networking site for booklovers. Debra frasier join the author of on the day you were born and miss alaineus, a vocabulary disaster on a canoe trip, learn about how she creates her books, and get ideas for extending her stories from vocabulary parades to puppet shows.
Join facebook to connect with deborah frasier and others you may know. And theres no better place to start than with debra frasier s awardwinning classic miss alaineus. The links beside each book title will take you to amazon, who i feel are the best online retailer for books where you can read more about the book, or purchase it. Debra frasier s picture book, on the day you were born, has become a perennial classic for welcoming new babies and celebrating families. As the writers drafted and revised, they worked especially hard on their organization and word choice skills. Debra frasier books list of books by author debra frasier. A vocabulary disaster hardcover in bulk, at wholesale prices.