Dr. Seuss and the Movies!

Do you like to go to the movie theater? Did you know three of Dr. Seuss's books have been turned into movies? The books "Horton Hears a Who," "The Cat in the Hat," and "How the Grinch Stole Christmas" have been made into movies. Seuss is very well-known for including applicable morals for children. However, Seuss's books don't reveal the moral until the very end of the book. Can you think of some lessons Dr. Seuss teaches in his books? Dr. Seuss had the ability to include life lessons in his books without the readers knowing.

Green Eggs and Ham

What is your favorite Dr. Seuss book? Mine is "Green Eggs and Ham." In the course of this fun book, Sam-I-Am attempts to get another character to try green eggs and ham. However, this unknown character refuses throughout the course of the book. Eventually, Sam-I-Am convinces him to try this dish. To the reader's surprise the character loves green eggs and ham after he tries it. This book proves that it is important to try new things in life. Are you a picky eater like this character? What is your favorite food? What kind of food do you like now after your mom made you eat it?

Click on this link and watch the television versiono of this beloved book!
http://www.youtube.com/watch?v=RdR0LXOiEB8

The First Lady and Dr. Seuss

Did you know even the First Lady Michelle Obama likes Dr. Seuss? Recently it was Dr. Seuss's birthday, and Mrs. Obama celebrated with other Seuss fans. If Dr. Seuss was born in 1904, how old would he be now if he was still alive? During Dr. Seuss's birthday celebration this year, Mrs. Obama talked about how even the President reads! Mr. and Mrs. Obama's daughters read every night before they go to bed. Do your parents and teachers want you read every night too? Barack Obama's family love the books "Where the Wild Things Are" and "Horton Hatches the Egg." What are your favorite books?

Animation

One element many people associate with Dr. Seuss are his thrilling illustrations. People from around the world have been entranced by his detailed cartoons. In fact, some people believe that is what sets Dr. Seuss apart from other children's book authors. Did you know that illustrations in a book help tell the story better? Illustrations help the reader visualize the setting and characters better. Dr. Seuss was so gifted that he was a phenomenal artist and writer.

Use this link to explore Dr. Seuss's different animations:
http://www.drseussart.com/artofseuss.html

What do you like the most about Dr. Seuss's art?

FUN ONLINE GAMES!

Just click on this link below to enter into Seussville, an online website filled with fun games and activities!
http://www.seussville.com/lb/home.html

Who is Dr. Seuss?

Theodor Seuss Geisel or Dr. Seuss was born in 1904 in Springfield, Massachusetts. He lived with his parents and sister, Marnie. Dr. Seuss became a cartoonist and writer for different magazines. Dr. Seuss emerged as a writer of children's books. Sadly, Dr. Seuss died on September 24, 1991. However, Seuss lived a wonderful life. His 44 books have been adapted to television specials, movies, and a Broadway musical. Dr. Seuss captivates his reader with his clever rhymes and fascinating illustrations. Have you ever read a book by Dr. Seuss? Did you like it? Why or Why not? More than 200 million copies of his books have been sold around the world, in fact they have been translated into more than 15 languages. That way, other children around the world can experience Dr. Seuss's books.