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July 31, 2013 by: Jennifer

Barker Creek ‘Draw Write Now!’ Series {worth $100} Giveaway!

I was contacted by Barker Creek Publishing about reviewing their Draw Write Now series…and seeing as how I love to draw… I thought, why not?  Not to mention the fact that Barker Creek is a great teaching supply site that has LOTS of great items for your classroom!

What I think these would be great for is directed drawings.  It gives you a guide to use as you show your kids how to draw things…because there are definitely times when I cannot remember how to draw the simplest thing!  Of course, they can also be used in a writing station or as a stand alone activity to supplement your writing activities.

Well, it is your lucky day, because you can win this same prize pack worth $100!

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  1. Jeanne Bergeron says

    July 31, 2013 at 10:34 pm

    These look great! I hope that I am lucky for my students.

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  2. Cynthia Lukas says

    July 31, 2013 at 10:35 pm

    I use how to draw books as a literacy center.

    Reply
  3. Brittany Matheison says

    July 31, 2013 at 10:36 pm

    These are so cute. My kids love to use drawing books when they draw pictures. These books look great because they promote reading, too. 😀

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  4. Lori Raines says

    July 31, 2013 at 10:38 pm

    These would be great to have at my art center!

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  5. ktaycall says

    July 31, 2013 at 10:41 pm

    These would work great as we begin the illustration aspect of our writing groups!

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  6. Miss M says

    July 31, 2013 at 10:44 pm

    I teach kindergarten and I think these would be a really important part of our writer's workshop. I have so many kiddos that come in not speaking English, and they need a way to express themselves through writing while they are learning!

    I would love to add these to my Ed Emberley collection!

    Thanks!
    Miss M
    semoellering@gmail.com
    The Fabulous First Grade

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  7. k says

    July 31, 2013 at 10:44 pm

    This is my first year as a classroom teacher so my theme is "whatever I have/have been given/can steal from home" 🙂

    I love teaching kids about authors as illustrators and how pictures can play an important part in telling a story… these would be perfect!

    Kristin
    kristinbrehm@gmail.com

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  8. Candi says

    July 31, 2013 at 10:45 pm

    These look really cute and I would love to have them!

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  9. Alli D. says

    July 31, 2013 at 10:46 pm

    This would be awesome to have at my writing and/or art center! I am doing a monster theme in my classroom, again!

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  10. mrscantwell says

    July 31, 2013 at 10:46 pm

    I love using guided drawing in my classroom. Students don't know what they are drawing until they are done and usually they come out so cute. I would love to win this and try it with them.

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  11. Lysie217 says

    July 31, 2013 at 10:48 pm

    These look awesome! My son would love these as well as my students!! I'm always looking for some help with teaching drawing 🙂

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  12. manda222 says

    July 31, 2013 at 10:48 pm

    these look awesome! I hope I am lucky enough to win them! Thanks

    Reply
  13. zputty says

    July 31, 2013 at 10:48 pm

    I love using how to draw books because my students have no confidence in themselves as artists. I like to start with a drawing we do together and then turn it into a writing prompt.

    Valerie

    zputty@gmail.com

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  14. involveme says

    July 31, 2013 at 10:49 pm

    I teach Kindergarten in a low income district. Funds are low,as the probally are in many districts, but I am always on the look out for ways to help the kids become interested in Reading and Writing. Winning this would make 25 six year olds and 1 teacher very happy!

    Reply
  15. Jessica Walker says

    July 31, 2013 at 10:53 pm

    My students love drawing!!! Especially when it's a how to draw book. My classroom theme is primary chevron.

    Jessica
    Run529@aol.com

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  16. Melanie Kavanaugh says

    July 31, 2013 at 10:54 pm

    Would love these for writer's workshop! Thanks for the chance!

    Reply
  17. Kelly Cappell says

    July 31, 2013 at 10:59 pm

    Every year I have a few students that lack confidence in their drawing ability. I think these would be great to give them a boost of confidence.

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  18. Susan Cordle says

    July 31, 2013 at 11:00 pm

    This looks awesome!! Would love to have this for my classroom!!!! Thanks fpr the oprtunity to enter!!

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  19. Laura16 says

    July 31, 2013 at 11:00 pm

    I'm moving from 2nd to Kindergarten this year and these would be an awesome addition to the centers in my classroom! Fingers crossed!

    Laura
    lcm06@hotmail.com

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  20. Karen Rowland says

    July 31, 2013 at 11:06 pm

    I have changed my theme this year from "wild" to colors and patterns – blue, green, pink and green and stripes, polka dots and chevron! I love how it turned out!
    Karen Rowland
    Adventures With Firsties

    karenrowland112677@yahoo.com

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  21. Michael P says

    July 31, 2013 at 11:08 pm

    My theme this year is owl and chevron!

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  22. Bronwen Thornton says

    July 31, 2013 at 11:10 pm

    My students love to draw. We do a lot of drawing to help us visualize in math and reading!
    Thanks for the opportunity!
    jbsothornton@comcast.net

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  23. Loves1st says

    July 31, 2013 at 11:10 pm

    The first thing I tell my students is that I am the worlds worst artist, so this would be a great book for me to use in the classroom. I would also use it in the art center!
    Christine
    ckwallis54@gmail.com

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  24. melinda miller says

    July 31, 2013 at 11:10 pm

    My theme is frog pond with polka dots. I also have trouble forgetting to draw this simplest things at time. The students would love, love this.

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  25. Kathy Wray says

    July 31, 2013 at 11:14 pm

    I love guided drawing with kids. It helps build connections with literature.

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  26. Kathy Wray says

    July 31, 2013 at 11:14 pm

    I love guided drawing with kids. It helps build connections with literature.

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  27. Pamela says

    July 31, 2013 at 11:14 pm

    I cannot draw for the life of me! So I totally understand my students' frustration when their drawings don't reflect their intentions. This would be an awesome tool for both them and I.

    Pamela
    Rayos de Kinder

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  28. Life in Special Education says

    July 31, 2013 at 11:14 pm

    I teach in an arts integrated school and my students love to draw. They especially love drawing lessons.

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  29. Alysha Keyes says

    July 31, 2013 at 11:16 pm

    Cute books!

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  30. Yvonnee says

    July 31, 2013 at 11:17 pm

    Thanks so much for the giveaway.
    We use the talking, drawing writing book to supplement our writing units.

    Reply
  31. teacherfirst64 says

    July 31, 2013 at 11:20 pm

    What a great opportunity! This would be an awesome prize package! My students have always loved to draw and this would be great to incorporate into a writing activity. Thanks rwrench64@yahoo.com

    Reply
  32. Kellie says

    July 31, 2013 at 11:22 pm

    Wow! As a first year teacher I would love to win this for my sweet future students! Thanks so much 🙂

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    • Kellie says

      July 31, 2013 at 11:22 pm

      Oh! And my theme is chevron and polka dots- lots of bright color!

      Reply
  33. Mrs. McVannel says

    July 31, 2013 at 11:29 pm

    These would be wonderful to engage various types of learners in reading!

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  34. Mrs. Reinartz says

    July 31, 2013 at 11:36 pm

    This would be great for me! HAHA- I always am in such a hurry to get drawings done during my mini lessons and I always tell my kids to remember that there picture should look much better than mine since I am drawing 'stick' things quickly so they have more time to work.. lol

    eickejn@gmail.com

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  35. Suzzanne says

    July 31, 2013 at 11:38 pm

    My students are always drawing– finishing touch to a piece of writing ready to be published, inside play, free time, draw and label for their reports in science and social studies.

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  36. ♥ Kayla ♥ says

    July 31, 2013 at 11:38 pm

    I have been thinking about buying these. I hope I win.

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  37. teachrmama says

    July 31, 2013 at 11:40 pm

    What a great opportunity!! We draw in my classroom all the time. Fingers crossed!!

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  38. Rebecca says

    July 31, 2013 at 11:40 pm

    I would love to add these to my classroom! My kids love drawing books!

    Reply
  39. MikesMom says

    July 31, 2013 at 11:51 pm

    I can barely draw a stick figure, but my son is quite artistic. He recommends I have these available if I need to draw anything. lol I know my students would love them! Thanks for the opportunity.
    jkmatuch@aol.com

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  40. Clair Muller says

    July 31, 2013 at 11:52 pm

    I really find that if the kids are proud of their illustrations, they transfer that into their writing. I am IN on this drawing! My classroom is just full of bright colors this year.

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  41. Mary Reed says

    July 31, 2013 at 11:56 pm

    I used a Tpt guided drawing for Martin Luther King Day with my kinders and they were so cute. They love being able to draw things simply – and so do I!

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  42. Mary Reed says

    July 31, 2013 at 11:57 pm

    oops forgot to put email on my comment: mary reedmwordy@aol.com

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  43. Mrs. McHaffie says

    August 1, 2013 at 12:02 am

    I love to teach my kiddos how to draw things….too bad I'm not a good artist AT ALL! This books would be fabulous! kellymchaffie@hotmail.com

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  44. Miss Sam says

    August 1, 2013 at 12:04 am

    My classroom theme is all about sunshine and smiles!! We are going to review habitats of butterflies to penguins!!

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  45. raynak says

    August 1, 2013 at 12:08 am

    I love the book that has Polar animals! They are a big help..since I can't draw!

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  46. Stacy says

    August 1, 2013 at 12:11 am

    We do guided drawing quite often. The children love it! We show basics and they take it from there. Gingeroo616 at aol dotcom

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  47. 1stgradefireworks says

    August 1, 2013 at 12:12 am

    Most of my drawings are during science. We integrate science into ELA.. wendy 1stgradefireworks@gmail.com

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  48. ml.luvs2teach says

    August 1, 2013 at 12:12 am

    I love these books. What a great addition to a writing center.
    Michelle
    ml.luvs2teach@gmail.com

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  49. Debra says

    August 1, 2013 at 12:23 am

    What a great addition to a reading centre, a writing centre and an art centre. Following directions, too. 🙂
    mrsrastin@rogers.com

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  50. Tracy says

    August 1, 2013 at 12:31 am

    I love these! I have two in my classroom. I mainly bought them for myself because I am a horrible drawer however my students love them so I put them in my art center to help students. They are such a great addition to the classroom.

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  51. Kirsten says

    August 1, 2013 at 12:31 am

    I love doing guided drawing with the kiddos. They always tell me I'm such a good artist…well yeah, because I have it broken down step by step for me! 🙂 I'd love to win these for my classroom!
    Kirsten
    tgraves@wi.rr.com

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  52. Kirsten says

    August 1, 2013 at 12:32 am

    I love doing guided drawing with the kiddos. They always tell me I'm such a good artist…well yeah, because I have it broken down step by step for me! 🙂 I'd love to win these for my classroom!
    Kirsten
    tgraves@wi.rr.com

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  53. EJ says

    August 1, 2013 at 12:40 am

    I have often used something similar at my art center (which I will be merging with Work on Writing as I start Daily 5 this year!) These would be awesome to add to my collection!

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  54. Cherie says

    August 1, 2013 at 12:46 am

    I have Books 1 and 2 and we love them! I dwould love to win the entire set to build the kids' confidence in drawing!

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  55. Mremom3 says

    August 1, 2013 at 12:47 am

    This is perfect for when my students say they can't draw. One quick lesson and they realize they CAN draw!

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  56. K Holland says

    August 1, 2013 at 12:49 am

    LOVE these!

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  57. Wood Chipper says

    August 1, 2013 at 12:50 am

    I love these books! Every morning we start with a directed drawing and directed writing activity and as the year progresses it becomes directed drawing with some directed drawing, and then an on own activity. The kids love it! And I like not having to hear "I don't know how to draw that!"

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  58. Amanda Politano says

    August 1, 2013 at 12:52 am

    These books have been on my wishlist forever!! I would love to win them!!! My theme this year is monkey's 🙂

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  59. ♥ Owl in a Vowel Tree ♥ says

    August 1, 2013 at 12:59 am

    I can't even draw stick figures, I need these little miracle books!! 🙂

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  60. Cheryl E. says

    August 1, 2013 at 1:04 am

    I have been looking at these books for a long time! I love to teach my Kinders how to draw! These books would help so much! 🙂
    Cheryl
    Crayons and Curls

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  61. Patty Rutenbar says

    August 1, 2013 at 1:07 am

    I don't have a theme! Gasp! Snap!

    But I do like to do art projects in my room. These books would help my kids feel more confident about their abilities.
    Patty
    Second In Line

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  62. Comptonhouse says

    August 1, 2013 at 1:08 am

    I have one of these books and absolutely love using it in my classroom. Kinders love to draw with you!

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  63. Amanda Evans says

    August 1, 2013 at 1:10 am

    I have a jungle theme this year. I'm loving incorporating animal print into everything!

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  64. Annette says

    August 1, 2013 at 1:10 am

    I am drawing challenged, seriously! These books look great!
    als09@ymail.com

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  65. K Fetissoff says

    August 1, 2013 at 1:11 am

    I use drawing books for rewards and sometimes for free time. I love allowing them time to express themselves.

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  66. Jamie knefely says

    August 1, 2013 at 1:12 am

    These look great!

    Jamie
    teachingtidbit.blogspot.com

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  67. Miller's Minutes says

    August 1, 2013 at 1:16 am

    These books look awesome! Would love to win these for my new classroom!

    Reply
  68. Jonelle Bell says

    August 1, 2013 at 1:20 am

    My first writing workshop unit is a drawing unit. I LOVE how to draw books and would love to add these to my collection.

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  69. Kristi Neill says

    August 1, 2013 at 1:21 am

    I am an awful drawer! Would love to have some direction so the kids don't laugh at me!!! hehe

    neillkk@hotmail.com
    Kristi

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  70. Kaia says

    August 1, 2013 at 1:28 am

    I love step-by-step drawing with my students! It makes them so much more confident and they feel safe knowing that they "know" how to draw something! My theme this year is… "rainbow" I guess! I just can't commit to one theme or one color! I like them all! Great giveaway, thank you!

    KinderColors
    shibbyful@gmail.com
    -Kaia

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  71. Brenda Wohlford says

    August 1, 2013 at 1:36 am

    Being a 1st year teacher in a private school with no art teacher, I'm it! I need all the help I can get to get my kiddos writing and illustrating. Help me! I hope I win this.

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  72. Perry In 1st says

    August 1, 2013 at 1:37 am

    My first graders love drawing and these would be wonderful to add to our library:)

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  73. Terri B says

    August 1, 2013 at 1:46 am

    I teach math to K – 4 students and we use drawing a lot! Make a picture is a great strategy for all levels of math!

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  74. Renee S. says

    August 1, 2013 at 1:49 am

    These look amazing–I would love to be able to use with out writing program!

    Renee'

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  75. The Over the Top Mommy says

    August 1, 2013 at 2:02 am

    I would LOVE to do more drawing in my own classroom! 🙂 This is so great!

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  76. Ellen says

    August 1, 2013 at 2:09 am

    These books make drawing look so easy, they would be great in a center!

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  77. Nessa says

    August 1, 2013 at 2:15 am

    Looks awesome! My theme is Pete the Cat. kindercards@gmail.com

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  78. Sandy Say says

    August 1, 2013 at 2:33 am

    I have a few drawing books in our classroom. The kids love to use the step by step instructions. It builds their confidence and inspires them to write. This set would be an awesome addition to our classroom.
    Lonestar.2008@yahoo.com

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  79. Kaytee says

    August 1, 2013 at 2:46 am

    My theme this year is bright colors! I think these books are great and would help my kiddos and me learn to draw better!

    katienussbaum87@gmail.com

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  80. Gracie says

    August 1, 2013 at 2:54 am

    I love drawing books and use them a lot during indoor recess.

    Gracie
    http://www.livinglargeinfirst.blogspot.com

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  81. kim says

    August 1, 2013 at 2:56 am

    These would be great for a center 🙂

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  82. JoEllen Lieck says

    August 1, 2013 at 2:59 am

    Hi! I am a kindergarten/first grade looping teacher and one of my students favorite things to do is to draw and write stories. This would be an extra special addition to our first grade classroom this year <3

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  83. Mrs. Solis says

    August 1, 2013 at 3:01 am

    I've seen these books before and have always wanted to use them in my classroom. I love to teach the students how to draw as part of their listening journal. Thank you for doing this giveaway!:)

    Alma Solis

    http://www.solisclass.com
    http://www.alsolis.blogspot.com

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  84. Ms. Nahhas says

    August 1, 2013 at 3:02 am

    I have used my teaching partner's Draw and Write books but would love to have my own.

    Robin Nahhas
    robinayn@yahoo.com

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  85. Delighted says

    August 1, 2013 at 3:13 am

    I have never seen these books…but would definitely love to add them to my classroom.

    imgoingfirst@gmail.com

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  86. Ashley says

    August 1, 2013 at 3:17 am

    I am NOT the best artist, but I always tell my kids, I try my best and that is what matters… so I think I could desperately use this!!
    ashleyp77@yahoo.com

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  87. Karen Meyer says

    August 1, 2013 at 3:18 am

    It's funny… When I do a directed drawing lesson with my kiddos, I use sound affects like "Whooooooop-whoooop!" while making a foxes' ear. The next thing I hear is 23 first graders saying "Whooooooop-whoooop!" as they draw the foxes' ear! I never hear any of them say "I can't draw that!"

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  88. Tales From a Teach says

    August 1, 2013 at 3:38 am

    These look like so much fun. I teach ELL students who are very weak in their writing and these would be a great way to get them interested.

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  89. Gina Ford says

    August 1, 2013 at 3:40 am

    I would love to have these books in my classroom.

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  90. Nathaly Virgil says

    August 1, 2013 at 3:49 am

    These look so cool. I know my students would love them!

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  91. Lisa R. says

    August 1, 2013 at 3:49 am

    I am a big fan of incorporating drawing and writing together. We often do squiggle writing, where students make a picture out of lines that they are given and then write about it. I see some of their most creative writing out of those pictures!
    Lisa
    Learning Is Something To Treasure

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  92. Kim says

    August 1, 2013 at 3:52 am

    My kids have worn out the only how-to drawing book I have! I would love these!
    kimworthey@yahoo.com

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  93. Erica says

    August 1, 2013 at 4:03 am

    One of our Work on Writing choices is called Sketch a story. I printed and laminated "How to Draw ____" cards. I leave these along with paper with blank space on top and lines on the bottom. Students follow the picture directions on how to draw, create a scene, then write a story.

    Erica

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  94. Traci - Dragonflies in First says

    August 1, 2013 at 4:36 am

    OMG I have ALWAYS wanted these! I think they are simply perfect!
    ❤ Traci
    Dragonflies in First

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  95. Michelle says

    August 1, 2013 at 4:46 am

    My students absolutely ADORE these books!!

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  96. Carin says

    August 1, 2013 at 4:48 am

    I need these – my art skills are sadly lacking.

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  97. Carin says

    August 1, 2013 at 4:49 am

    I need these – my art skills are sadly lacking.

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  98. asbishop says

    August 1, 2013 at 5:15 am

    Oh lucky 100 I hope. Ilike teh simplicity of the text and drawings you showed in your example.This would be great with my 2nd graders.

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  99. Andrea L. says

    August 1, 2013 at 5:35 am

    My kids are either asking me to draw or telling me they can't draw. These would be great to use for both. Plus, it would help me with my terrible art skills.

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  100. karenb6261 says

    August 1, 2013 at 5:51 am

    I can not draw anything except stick figures. I have been looking at this set for a while now and can't afford it and would love to win it so I can use it in my class.

    karenb6261@gmail.com

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  101. Sara says

    August 1, 2013 at 10:26 am

    Oh WOW!! I LOVE these! I always bust out my how to draw books in front of my students so they know there are always resources at their fingertips! Sometimes I even google "how to draw a ___" right there in class! I love how these add a read and write component for them to take to their table during a free choice center! THANK YOU for this chance and for sharing them!
    sarachrobot@hotmail.com

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  102. Kim Chaiken says

    August 1, 2013 at 10:30 am

    These books look awesome! Kids would love to work on drawing what they want. Would love to have a set!
    Kimchaiken@gmail.com

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  103. Lisa says

    August 1, 2013 at 10:57 am

    I think these are great for kindergarten (as well as other grades) because they start off their writing with drawing and this will make it more fun and make those that are nervous about drawing more comfortable.
    rlelr@verizon.net

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  104. A Fleming says

    August 1, 2013 at 11:16 am

    These would really help me. They are so cute!
    Fleming1222@yahoo.com

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    • A Fleming says

      August 1, 2013 at 11:19 am

      I try to model drawing as much as possible in my classroom.

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  105. Melissa says

    August 1, 2013 at 11:17 am

    Last year I did the directed drawing of the Cat in the Hat with my firsties – they were astonished at what they were capable of if they slowed down, listened, and followed directions! This would be a great resource to tie in with literacy!

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  106. A Fleming says

    August 1, 2013 at 11:27 am

    These would really help me. They are so cute!
    Fleming1222@yahoo.com

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  107. Shirley Anderson says

    August 1, 2013 at 11:39 am

    I've seen some of their materials for the drawing series and think this is a perfect way to engage the students. They always say …I can't draw that…and freeze up. This would be great to win! Thanks! Shirley.Anderson.75@gmail.com

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  108. OhioMom2 says

    August 1, 2013 at 12:03 pm

    These are adorable. My 1st graders would love a little help with their drawings. I'd use them to draw a picture and then write about it 🙂

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  109. sarah says

    August 1, 2013 at 12:23 pm

    Forget the kiddos, I could use help with MY drawings! 🙂

    Reply
  110. Judi Kimmitt Kramer says

    August 1, 2013 at 12:23 pm

    These are great books!! I have a few of these books and use them faithfully. The kids love them. They feel like real artists when finished. The sentences are great practice for them too. Some kids like to write their own stories when finished drawing. Thanks for offering this giveaway. judikk@cfl.rr.com

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  111. paula nelson says

    August 1, 2013 at 12:34 pm

    I have been thinking of trying these. Awesome idea! Thanks!!!! paula.n@sbcglobal..net

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  112. Angela Griffith says

    August 1, 2013 at 1:18 pm

    My drawing is quite laughable!! But I use that moment to teach my kiddos about how we all have different strengths, and that it's ok, especially if you've done your best work!!!

    Angela
    The Daily Alphabet

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  113. blessdcreation says

    August 1, 2013 at 1:21 pm

    This would be such a great resource to encourage my hesitant writers who prefer to draw. Thanks for the opportunity!
    bdaniel2000@gmail.com

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  114. Stephanie Seigel says

    August 1, 2013 at 1:36 pm

    I love this series! What a great opportunity!

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  115. Nicole says

    August 1, 2013 at 2:13 pm

    Love these! They would be a great addition to my classroom!

    Reply
  116. cagilbert says

    August 1, 2013 at 2:45 pm

    I would love to have this to use in my classroom this year! I want to start with directed drawing, labeling and then writing sentences. These books would be a great to use throughout the entire year!!

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  117. mary says

    August 1, 2013 at 2:50 pm

    I Love this idea! My Kinders are always so reluctant to TRY to draw something unless it's perfect!What a great way to introduce them to writing!

    Reply
  118. Annie says

    August 1, 2013 at 3:16 pm

    my students love drawing books!

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  119. Cindy L says

    August 1, 2013 at 4:17 pm

    My students love to draw. Many times I will let them draw a picture but they must write a sentence to go with their picture. I feel I need to tie in some kind of learning with the drawing. These books look great because the students are not only drawing they are reading as well.

    Cindy
    cl14mentor@oh.rr.com

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  120. Jo-Ellen says

    August 1, 2013 at 4:21 pm

    I'm not huge into drawing….but the kids just love it. It's a big part of childhood and I just love these books….great idea!

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    • dbednars says

      August 1, 2013 at 5:16 pm

      Kids love to draw & drawing really helps my students with their writing. I would love to win these books to help my struggling writers (& the other children). Thank you! dbednarsk@yahoo.com

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  121. Teaching With Hope says

    August 1, 2013 at 4:52 pm

    These are so wonderful!! I think they would be wonderful for reluctant writers. Last year I had a sweetie who wouldn't even pick up the pencil, let along make a mark. This could be very motivating!

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  122. Susan says

    August 1, 2013 at 6:20 pm

    I have a station in my room that is "Draw to Write". I use different resources to get pages to teach the children to draw different things (depending on holiday/season). Then once they draw, they must add a setting to their picture, then write about it. This would be a great addition to my Draw to Write resources!!!

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  123. Casey Miller says

    August 1, 2013 at 8:58 pm

    Thanks for the great giveaway!

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  124. CCapley says

    August 1, 2013 at 9:50 pm

    I would love to use this in my classroom………..as I have seen this on several other blogs. Thanks

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  125. no princess says

    August 2, 2013 at 12:14 am

    Thanks so much for he great opportunity. Drawing always helps my class write so much more. I would love this resource for my first graders!

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  126. R.Smith says

    August 2, 2013 at 12:31 am

    These would be great not only for my students,but for me as well! I am the worst artist. I warn my students at the beginning of the year that I can not draw. I would love these. Thanks
    Robin
    smithrc563@aol.com

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  127. Marsha McGuire says

    August 2, 2013 at 1:28 am

    There would be perfect for my Art Station during learning centers. Thanks for the chance to win Jennifer.
    Marsha

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  128. Allison says

    August 2, 2013 at 1:28 am

    These would be a perfect addition to my writing station! The kids would love them.

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  129. Mrs. Brooks says

    August 2, 2013 at 2:15 am

    I love books like this and I didn't know this series. They help me with chart drawings (lol!) and I love to use them for our How-To writing unit since they are all about how to draw various things. My kids practice writing the directions that go with the pictures as a springboard for writing their own how to stories. 🙂

    Lindsey

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  130. Katie Rhoads says

    August 2, 2013 at 4:02 am

    I have a primary-colored polka dot themed classroom but I don't think I am very good at drawing and KnOW these books would be helpful for me & my students to draw and to encourage reading & writing! Thanks for offering this giveaway!!

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  131. kmiracle says

    August 2, 2013 at 4:55 am

    I love to doodle and do a guided drawing once a week with my students. These books would be awesome to help myself and my students to draw on our own!

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  132. teacherJillK says

    August 2, 2013 at 12:27 pm

    I love, love, love these books in my art center. It's a great way to tie in following directions and literacy!

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  133. Marie Madden says

    August 2, 2013 at 4:46 pm

    My kids LOVE LOVE LOVE to draw! These would be awesome!

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  134. knbledsoe says

    August 2, 2013 at 4:48 pm

    My kids last year just loved to draw! I love when students are given time to be creative!

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  135. Erin_hsm says

    August 2, 2013 at 5:01 pm

    I really want my son to try Draw Write Now!

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  136. Crystal says

    August 2, 2013 at 5:15 pm

    These are great! My first graders illustrate almost every writing piece they do throughout the year, and they also draw as part of spelling, word work, vocabulary, and comprehension practice (and so much more!) We also use a lot of drawings to help solve number stories in math. Draw, Draw, Draw! Thanks for the giveaway opportunity!

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  137. MaryEllen@TheImperfectHomemaker says

    August 2, 2013 at 5:49 pm

    I would love to use this for homeschooling!

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  138. Jessica Sharma says

    August 2, 2013 at 5:55 pm

    These are perfect for my Kindergartener! It would really help with his art skills, and it would definitely keep him busy!

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  139. Beth Essex says

    August 2, 2013 at 6:05 pm

    These books are AMAZING! My daughter was able to use one in her Home School Enrichment program.

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  140. Diane R says

    August 2, 2013 at 6:15 pm

    Sometimes I'll have my kids draw while I read to them. 🙂

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  141. michelle says

    August 2, 2013 at 6:15 pm

    I have 1 book of this in my classroom. It's with Native Americans, Pilgrims, Canoes, etc. Would LOVE more of these wonderful resources!!

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  142. Raevers says

    August 2, 2013 at 7:38 pm

    My kids last year LOVED to draw. I had a couple of aspiring artists! I own one of this set, but would LOVE to have the series–the kids really enjoyed the detailed step by step instructions–we did them in small group! Thanks so much!

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  143. Kelly says

    August 2, 2013 at 7:42 pm

    I would love to utilize these to supplement a writing unit.

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  144. Jess Anderson says

    August 2, 2013 at 7:56 pm

    This would be wonderful for my writing and art centers! I been wanting this set for so long!!! Thanks for the chance to win 🙂

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  145. Anna says

    August 2, 2013 at 8:14 pm

    I am a homeschool mom who also runs a little preschool at home for the children of friends. I could see these books being a hit with all of the kids. Thank you for offering this giveaway!

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  146. Melinda says

    August 2, 2013 at 9:05 pm

    My theme is monkeys and bright colors.

    melindacasas@gmail.com

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  147. Ms.M says

    August 2, 2013 at 9:11 pm

    My theme this year is surfing and I would love some direct drawing surfing kids or boards! I love these books, I had the pleasure of using another series the past two years and my kids loved them. But they are hard to find. These would be an awesome addition to my classroom.
    Mels

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  148. Ms. Collins' Classroom says

    August 2, 2013 at 10:15 pm

    I do a sports theme every year and the kids love it. I started to use directed drawings last year and I loved them. My students loved them too!

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  149. Misha says

    August 2, 2013 at 10:57 pm

    I'm going with a color theme this year like I did last. Last year was hot pink, black and white. The room I'm moving into has bright YELLOW walls, so that won't work this year. Rather than start all over, I'm adding green and blue to the mix. Can't wait to get in and get started.

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  150. AshleyK says

    August 2, 2013 at 11:33 pm

    These books would be fantastic in a writing center or to use as a story starter during write to self in our Daily 5 rotations.

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  151. Sarah says

    August 2, 2013 at 11:36 pm

    These look like they would be great for my students and I. We would both learn how to more clearly show our stories through illustrations!

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  152. Lauren Lundy says

    August 3, 2013 at 12:00 am

    I would LOVE these books! I am a BRAND new teacher this year and I am teaching first grade! These would be perfect! 🙂

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  153. SunsyneSmile05 says

    August 3, 2013 at 4:44 am

    I love Draw Write Now… I would love to have this as part of my creation station/writing station for literacy centers!

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  154. i. says

    August 3, 2013 at 8:38 am

    I have heard so many great things about Draw Write Now. The perfect partner for illustrating narrations!

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  155. lil152 says

    August 3, 2013 at 4:41 pm

    What a great series for little artists!

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  156. Carolyn Nadeau says

    August 3, 2013 at 5:00 pm

    These look fabulous! I like the idea that students can use them as well!

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  157. Kim says

    August 3, 2013 at 10:02 pm

    Hi Jennifer:
    I know I teach sixth grade, but I think those kids would still love this!
    Big kids get all weird about not being able to draw. I think this would make drawing fun again!
    Crossing my fingers…

    Kim
    Finding JOY in 6th Grade

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  158. Sheila Bufano says

    August 3, 2013 at 11:24 pm

    These books are great! I used to have 2 or 3 of the books, but gave them to someone to borrow when I moved out of teaching 2nd grade. Now I'm moving to 1st grade and would love to use them again. Many kids enjoy drawing and this is a fun way to incorporate art into the classroom.

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  159. karmen kingswater says

    August 4, 2013 at 12:08 pm

    Would love this for my classroom. Thanks for the giveaway!

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  160. karmen kingswater says

    August 4, 2013 at 12:10 pm

    Would love this for my classroom. Thanks for the giveaway!

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  161. lovetocraft says

    August 4, 2013 at 12:59 pm

    I would love these books for my classroom. What a great set for my budding artists. Thank you for the givieaway!

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  162. Amy says

    August 4, 2013 at 2:53 pm

    I would love these books for my first graders. My daughter would love them too.

    arcrow@sbcglobal.net

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  163. Tracy says

    August 4, 2013 at 3:11 pm

    I would love these! I think most of my Kindergarteners draw better than me 🙂 I could teach myself to draw, then teach my students!
    tracymolina36@gmail.com

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  164. Michelle Jaquillard says

    August 4, 2013 at 5:32 pm

    I love to help my kids draw. These would be a great resource to have.
    Michelle
    Mjaquillard@oregoncs.org

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  165. Joy says

    August 4, 2013 at 6:14 pm

    These look like wonderful resources to assist my students (& myself) to learn to draw better. I also like that they have some basic information about each drawing.
    Joy
    joy@ardent-innovation.com

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  166. Joy says

    August 4, 2013 at 6:17 pm

    These look like wonderful resources to assist my students (& myself) to learn to draw better. I also like that they have some basic information about each drawing.
    Joy
    joy@ardent-innovation.com

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  167. colleen3 says

    August 4, 2013 at 6:53 pm

    Oh my! These look fantastic and would be so helpful for me…world's worst artist! My students chuckle every time someone asks me how to draw something!

    Colleen
    colleen.stites@gmail.com

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  168. Mary says

    August 4, 2013 at 7:01 pm

    I used the Artic book during our winter animals unit in January-the kiddos loved reading the informationa nd learning to draw the eskimos and seals using the guide. Thanks for reminding me about these great books!
    Mary M. mmteach774@yahoo.com

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  169. Sherri Brooks says

    August 4, 2013 at 7:56 pm

    We home school and my kids love to draw so this would be great, so cute:)

    Reply
  170. Cleo J says

    August 4, 2013 at 10:23 pm

    Oh oh. Me too! I need these…..My first writers workshop lessons/work on writing include "how to draw" lessons.
    Cleo77083@yahoo.com.

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  171. Gay Eskew says

    August 4, 2013 at 10:28 pm

    neat books!

    Reply

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