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The Best Book
The Best Book
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Country: Cambodia
Ages: 5-8
Author: Julie Romeis Sanders
Publisher: Let’s Read Asia
Illustrator: Lom Phireak
Story Source: Asia Foundation

About The Story

Ary is a book lover—she reads and reads, but there are never enough books to satisfy her! One day, she decides to try writing and creating her own book. As she begins the process, Ary realizes that it’s not as easy as it looks. But it’s fun, imaginative, and full of possibility. The Best Book encourages children to dream, create, and appreciate the effort behind every book they enjoy. It's a celebration of storytelling, curiosity, and the creative spark within every child.

Themes

STEAM

Sub Themes

Creativity
Storytelling
Story Writing and Publishing
Books & Reading

Parent-Teacher Guide

Learning Outcome

  • Appreciate the effort that goes into writing and making a book
  • Be inspired to write or illustrate their own stories
  • Understand that mistakes and effort are part of the creative process
  • Strengthen language, storytelling, and visual expression skills
  • Develop pride and ownership in sharing their thoughts

Lesson Plan

  • This lesson sparks imagination through reading and story-making.
  • It builds storytelling confidence and shows children that their ideas are worth telling.

Activities

  • 1.Make-a-Book: Children create a small folded book with a title, author, and illustrations.
  • 2. My Story Wall: Students write one short sentence and draw a picture, forming a collaborative class book.
  • 3. Book Creators Interview: Imagine you're a book character—what would you say in your story?

Story Discussion Guide

Before reading

  • What’s your favorite book?
  • Have you ever thought about making your own story?
  • What do you think is needed to create a book?

During reading

  • Pause when Ary struggles—ask: What would you do?
  • Ask: What parts of book-making seem fun? What parts are hard?

After reading

  • Why did Ary want to make her own book?
  • What did she find difficult or surprising?
  • How do you think she felt when she finished?
  • What kind of book would you like to create?

Applicable Sustainable Development Goals

SDG 4: Quality Education

Promotes literacy, creativity, and appreciation for learning through storytelling and selfexpression.

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