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A review by rjvrtiska
The Jacket I Wear in the Snow by Shirley Neitzel
5.0
Fun, silly repetition that is highly relatable to children in Sweden, where outdoor play is mandatory in all weather.
Mother Tongue notes: I have the students bring all their outdoor clothes into the classroom, so we can name all their gear in English. We have a relay race where they have to run around the room, adding and naming a piece of outwear after each lap.
For children learning the vocabulary, read the book out loud and have them pantomime putting on each piece of clothing as it’s mentioned. Start to read faster and faster as the list gets longer. Some students will begin to memorize the list and repeat it with you.
Mother Tongue notes: I have the students bring all their outdoor clothes into the classroom, so we can name all their gear in English. We have a relay race where they have to run around the room, adding and naming a piece of outwear after each lap.
For children learning the vocabulary, read the book out loud and have them pantomime putting on each piece of clothing as it’s mentioned. Start to read faster and faster as the list gets longer. Some students will begin to memorize the list and repeat it with you.