Join Shannon Olsen and Sandie Sonke (the author and illustrator of Our Class is a Family, Our School is a Family, and both A Letter From Your Teacher books) for an exciting new adventure with their newest teacher read aloud, Collaboration Station! A colorful picture book that’s all about working together as a TEAM at school! This enchanting mentor text focuses on the power of teamwork in the classroom—whether in pairs, small groups, or all together as one big class family. With vibrant pictures and kid-friendly text, students will discover how to share ideas, work through conflicts, and help each other succeed. Teachers love reading Collaboration Station aloud to help set the stage when introducing and reviewing how to work together in partners or small groups. Educators understand the complexities of fostering productive collaboration among students. Collaboration Station is designed to guide young learners through the process with clear guidelines, cooperative learning strategies, and engaging visuals that capture their imagination. It addresses the common challenges that can arise when students work together, and helps inspire kids to WANT to be a valuable member of their team! Working well with others is one of the most important skills that kids can learn, and continue to apply for years to come. With whimsical illustrations and engaging rhymes, Collaboration Station helps instill the mindset and skills that are essential for preparing students to thrive in group settings.