January Lesson Planning for Teach...

January Lesson Planning for Teachers: Using Picture Books to Prevent Burnout

Blooming Curious di Edwina Cottino
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6 gen 2026
12:08

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Tackling the common challenge of post-holiday burnout in teachers and homeschoolers by introducing a practical strategy that can transform lesson planning. Learn how to use picture books to teach multiple subjects, allowing for more cohesive and engaging learning experiences. Discover how to select books with rich vocabulary, strong story structures, and content connections to subjects like math, science, and social studies. Follow Edwina's step-by-step guide to integrate one powerful picture book into your curriculum, preventing burnout and making planning easier.

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00:00 New Year, Same Challenges

01:00 The Reality of Planning

02:35 A Different Approach: Picture Books

03:21 Choosing the Right Books

04:27 Implementing Integrated Lessons

08:38 Steps to Get Started

10:02 Resources to Simplify Planning

10:50 Final Thoughts and Encouragement

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picture books
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