Not a Box
In Not a Box by Antoinette Portis, readers explore boxes, or rather not-a-boxes, along with the main character. A box is not always what it seems! Using this pack’s activity guide and materials, students are inspired to think outside the box as they complete a quick creativity challenge and two follow-up engineering challenges.
Each student receives an activity guide to read as well as to draw, write, and practice in. They can work together or individually to form their own not-a-boxes. Finally, they share their own stories, findings, or what they learned verbally or in writing.
Teacher Tips
Each pack also comes with one teacher guide to help guide educators through their first read-aloud STEM activity. It includes best practices, standard alignments to Common Core ELA and Math and NGSS, and tips for assessment. Pack is available with or without Not a Box book, just in case you have your own copy or can borrow it from your local library.
