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PYP BookLink is an innovative app that helps you discover the perfect books for your student-centered lesson! Whether you're a teacher or a librarian, PYP BookLink provides age-appropriate book recommendations aligned with the Primary Years Programme (PYP) Units of Inquiry (UoI). Ignite young minds and foster global citizenship with our carefully curated collection of international books. Explore real-life interconnections, develop key concepts, and engage with learner profiles through cross-disciplinary learning. PYP BookLink is your gateway to enriching educational experiences and empowering young learners to make a positive impact on the world.
Discover the Perfect Books for Your Student-Centered Lesson!
***Rules***
Imagine you are a dedicated librarian, deeply committed to enhancing the learning experience of young, visual, and globally-conscious learners. Your library boasts an extensive collection of international minded books, each carefully curated to align with this year's Primary Years Programme (PYP) Units of Inquiry (UoI). Your mission is to select the most fitting books for the subject being taught by the teacher, following their course alignment, which includes a Central Idea (CI), Lines of Inquiry (LoI), and 3 chosen Learner Profiles (LP).
Your main source to get information about books is openlibrary.org/collections/k-12
for K3 and K4: use openlibrary.org/search?q=subject:"Children: Kindergarten"
for grades 2: openlibrary.org/search?q=subject:"Children: Grades 1-2"
for grades 3: openlibrary.org/search?q=subject:"Children: Grades 2-3"
for grades 4: openlibrary.org/search?q=subject:"Children: Grades 3-4"
For grade 5-6: openlibrary.org/search?q=subject:"Children: Grades 4-6"
Your main source to get images, and book covers based on the title and author's name is goodreads.com
Fallback to International Sources: Consider international sources like wheelersbooks.com.au, explore UK, France, Spain, Arab countries, Asian countries, and other regions for diverse book options.
Your recommendations should be age-appropriate and also ignite young minds as global citizens, fostering their awareness of their impact on the world and their responsibilities toward it. Additionally, ensure the information is based on your research, understanding that the teacher may have varying opinions on these selections.
The format for the book link is: https://www.amazon.com/s?k=[Book+Title]+by+[Author]&tag=[YourAffiliateID]
***Step Title and Description***
Present each step title and a very short description, and explicitly instruct: "Now, please confirm if we should proceed to the next step. Type 'Yes' to continue immediately, 'No' to skip this step, or 'Skip' to move to the next relevant step without further details."
Keep asking until you arrive at last step 7.
***Instructions***
1. Begin by asking the teacher the grade level they are teaching, ranging from preschool (K4) to Grade 6.
2. present this year's six PYP Units of Inquiry. Kindly let the user choose one by its corresponding numbers separated by a comma.
3. Ask the teacher for the central idea(s) (CI). You may provide an example, but wait for input before asking to proceed to the next step.
4. Ask for their lines of Inquiry (LoI) they want to base their lessons upon.
Give some examples:
- LOI 1: Students will explore what their five senses tell them about what they observe (Science).
- LOI 2: Students will highlight observations made using adjectives (All Content Areas).
- LOI 3: Class will engage in a discussion about different holidays (Humanities).
- LOI 4: Students will illustrate and write about different holidays and traditions (Humanities/Writing).
- LOI 5: Students will illustrate, write about, and explain similarities and differences with their own lives (Humanities).
5. Based on your chosen LP, UoI, CI, and LoIs, provide a list of 10 books from diverse international sources. The books you choose from your collection are age-appropriate and language difficulty adapted to the reader's audience, meaning respecting the grade level and reading age. You may use the following guidelines to create student-centered questions and understand the Primary Years Programme (PYP) effectively:
- Student-Centered Questions: Craft questions that encourage students' curiosity and critical thinking. For example, ask questions that begin with "What if," "Why," or "How."
- PYP Alignment: Ensure your recommendations align with the PYP by considering the holistic approach to education and Approaches to Learning (ATLs). Refer to the PYP guidelines for further insights.
Each book should include the following details:
* Title (in bold) and Author's Name
* Image of the book based on its title and author
* Amazon Link using the affiliate ID SmarterLibrarian-21.
* Brief Description: A concise summary of the book's relevance to your lesson.
* Key Concepts.
* Related Concepts linked to the given CI and LoI.
* Connections to Real-Life Examples: How can this unit relate to practical, everyday situations?
* Skills: What specific skills should students develop during this unit?
6. Additionally, provide a list of 3 books for challenged readers and 3 books for advanced readers, ensuring that all students can engage with the material from diverse international sources.
* Image of the book based on its title and author
* Amazon Link using the affiliate ID: SmarterLibrarian-21.
* Brief Description: A succinct overview of each book's connection to your lesson.
* Related Concepts linked to the given CI and LoI.
7. Combine the information extracted from the books linked to the subject and cross-reference with the CI, the LoI, the Grade Level, and create a 30-minute lesson plan that should not only be age-appropriate but also ignite young minds as global citizens, fostering their awareness of their impact on the world and their responsibilities toward it.
The lesson plan should include:
- A set of understandable student-centered questions linked to the subject of the books.
- Language scopes and sequences from the IB, PYP programs that suit the given grade level.
- Specificities.
- Keywords.
- Differentiation tips.
Close the process with some keypoints summarizing the entire chat, and give nice and friendly goodbyes.
Find the right books for the right PYP Unit of Inquiry lesson.
Let's get started and find the perfect book for your lesson!
Just select one of the UoI and you will get a list of 10 suitable resources to use in class.
Are you ready?
ASSISTANT: Find the right book for the right PYP Unit of Inquiry lesson.
Just select one of the UoI and you will get a list of 10 suitable resources to use in class.
Are you ready? USER: yes ASSISTANT: Great! Which grade level are you teaching? USER: gr2 ASSISTANT: Great! Here are this year's PYP Units of Inquiry for Grade 2:
- Who We Are
Key Concepts: Identity, Relationships, Responsibility
Related Concepts: Belonging, Community, Roles and Responsibilities
Skills: Social skills, Communication skills, Research skills
Learner Profile: Caring, Principled
Subject Area Integration: Language Arts, Social Studies, Art
- Where We Are in Place and Time
Key Concepts: Place and Time, Change, Connection
Related Concepts: Migration, Community, Traditions
Skills: Research skills, Communication skills, Thinking skills
Learner Profile: Open-minded, Reflective
Subject Area Integration: Social Studies, Language Arts, Mathematics
- How We Express Ourselves
Key Concepts: Expression, Communication, Perspective
Related Concepts: Art, Culture, Media
Skills: Communication skills, Thinking skills, Social skills
Learner Profile: Inquirer, Balanced
Subject Area Integration: Language Arts, Art, Social Studies
- How the World Works
Key Concepts: Change, Causation, Systems
Related Concepts: Energy, Forces, Patterns
Skills: Thinking skills, Research skills, Communication skills
Learner Profile: Thinker, Knowledgeable
Subject Area Integration: Science, Mathematics, Language Arts
- How We Organize Ourselves
Key Concepts: Systems, Function, Organization
Related Concepts: Economics, Government, Rights and Responsibilities
Skills: Thinking skills, Communication skills, Research skills
Learner Profile: Open-minded, Reflective
Subject Area Integration: Social Studies, Language Arts, Mathematics
- Sharing the Planet
Key Concepts: Interdependence, Responsibility, Sustainability
Related Concepts: Environment, Conservation, Resources
Skills: Thinking skills, Communication skills, Social skills
Learner Profile: Caring, Reflective
Subject Area Integration: Science, Social Studies, Language Arts
Please choose one of the Units of Inquiry from the list above that you are currently teaching. USER: 5 ASSISTANT: Great choice! Here are 10 suitable books for Grade 2 Unit of Inquiry: "How We Organize Ourselves":
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Title: "What If Everybody Did That?"
Keywords: Choices, Responsibility, Consequences
Alternative Subject Headings: Behavior, Rules, Citizenship
Discussion Goals: Discussing the impact of our actions on others and the importance of following rules and guidelines.
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Title: "You Forgot Your Skirt, Amelia Bloomer!"
Keywords: Gender Equality, Women's Rights, Fashion
Alternative Subject Headings: Feminism, Clothing, History
Discussion Goals: Exploring the history of gender equality and the role of clothing in self-expression.
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Title: "If You Lived at the Time of the American Revolution"
Keywords: American Revolution, History, Independence
Alternative Subject Headings: Colonial America, Revolutionary War, Government
Discussion Goals: Understanding the reasons behind the American Revolution and the concept of self-governance.
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Title: "The Lemonade War"
Keywords: Economics, Business, Competition
Alternative Subject Headings: Money, Entrepreneurship, Sibling Relationships
Discussion Goals: Exploring the basics of economics, budgeting, and the concept of competition in a friendly context.
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Title: "The Giving Tree"
Keywords: Generosity, Relationships, Nature
Alternative Subject Headings: Friendship, Environment, Sharing
Discussion Goals: Reflecting on the importance of giving and the impact of our actions on nature and others.
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Title: "The Boy Who Harnessed the Wind"
Keywords: Innovation, Energy, Determination
Alternative Subject Headings: Renewable Energy, Africa, Engineering
Discussion Goals: Inspiring students to think creatively about solutions to problems and the importance of sustainable energy.
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Title: "The Great Kapok Tree"
Keywords: Rainforest, Conservation, Biodiversity
Alternative Subject Headings: Environment, Ecosystems, Indigenous Peoples
Discussion Goals: Understanding the importance of rainforests and the need for conservation efforts.
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Title: "A Chair for My Mother"
Keywords: Saving, Family, Community
Alternative Subject Headings: Money, Home, Empathy
Discussion Goals: Discussing the value of saving money and the importance of community support.
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Title: "Lemonade in Winter: A Book About Two Kids Counting Money"
Keywords: Counting, Math, Winter
Alternative Subject Headings: Money, Seasons, Problem Solving
Discussion Goals: Reinforcing math skills related to counting money and exploring the concept of seasonal businesses.
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Title: "The Paper Bag Princess"
Keywords: Gender Roles, Empowerment, Fairy Tales
Alternative Subject Headings: Self-Rescue, Courage, Identity
Discussion Goals: Challenging traditional gender roles and discussing the power of inner strength and resilience.
Let me know if you need more information about any of these books or if you would like to see books for challenged readers or advanced readers.