NCSS notable trade book lesson plan: Windows written by Julia Denos.

Purpose - The purpose of this paper, notable trade lesson plan, is to utilize a notable picture book in an early childhood application. Design/methodology/approach - The approach of this notable trade book lesson plan is that of a hands-on interactive reading leading to a cultural exploration. Findings - Young learners communicated connections with global communities, as they expressed similarities found between their evening routines and those of Germany. Opportunities arose for prekindergarten students to converse in a foreign language through a familiar song, as they discovered similarities and differences found in evening routines such as meals, games, family conversations and preparing for bedtime. Originality/value - The value of this notable trade plan submission is in its ability to integrate geographical and cultural lessons into literacy contexts. [ABSTRACT FROM AUTHOR]