Beautiful Oops!
We all make mistakes, but then what?
This engaging book will encourage students to turn a drip or torn paper into a work of art.
Prompting Questions:
- Describe a time when you said "oops!"
- Next time you accidentally drip on a piece of paper, what will you do?
- What can you do when you make a mistake?
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