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Welcome
to the new website for The Magic Suitcase! We offer a selection of picture
books and interactive kits, and:
- Quality
curriculum-related picture books and resources (various pictures associated
with these bullets)
- Professional
evaluation of featured titles
- Titles
linked directly to curriculum units in science and math
- A
collection that will travel to your school library in Southern
Ontario
Judy Halpern, (MEd) proprietor of The Magic Suitcase, offers professional
workshops on story-based learning in the content areas of the curriculum,
specifically science and math. Consider one of the following workshops
for your next conference or professional development event. Contact us
for details or special requests.
We offer the best in children's picture books - stories that teach content
through literature. Browse our recommended list for Science, Math, The
Arts, and the International Baccalaureate (IB) Learner Profile for JK-SK
to Grade 6. As well take a look at our Educator's bookshelf. Visit our
on-line bookstore for a peek at the books and to how order.
The Magic Suitcase
Mini Kits® offer the opportunity to share science, nature and
books with children. For those who desire innovative ways to expand a
story beyond the print and to experience the excitement of science discovery,
we offer abundant alternatives. Each kit, written by teachers, is dedicated
to providing opportunities for children to discover the wonders of literature
and science. In turn, these kits offer an opportunity to build an appreciative
attitude towards our fragile environment.
Read our latest newsletter for ideas on seasonal activities to get children
outdoors with books. Read reviews from our "Books That Make it Work!"
section. Enjoy pictures and stories from Magic Suitcase Tours - travel
experiences from like-minded souls, who are ecologically active, socially
conscious, and have a spirit of adventure. Get information on our upcoming
tours and see how you can get involved with teaching communities around
the world!
Find out what's new and noteworthy in picture books this year.
Search for stories on specific topics of interest and find related titles
and kits from our inventory. Coming soon.
Find out about conferences and events where The Magic Suitcase books will
be on display.
A link to great teaching ideas that our stories spring board to. Teachers
can submit and/or their ideas for great lessons sparked from the stories
listed. Coming soon.
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