EPISD reading and literacy with author Lisa Caprelli | Dr Nixon Elementary
Dr. Nixon Elementary, identified in the original announcement as an EPISD school in El Paso, Texas, was the planned setting for a school visit with books, stories, music, and entertainment led by Unicorn Jazz creator Lisa Caprelli.
Archived school-visit announcement. Original offers and linked resources are retained for context; availability may have changed.
The announcement introduced Lisa Caprelli’s Unicorn Jazz English and Spanish books, stories, and songs for the planned Dr. Nixon Elementary visit.
Students Can Share the Things They Love to Do
The Thing I Do Book - Music Video and Activity Sheets for Grades 2-3
The original offer paired Bee Happy books purchased from the author with a Unicorn Jazz sticker and a personalized dedication.
Original sticker caption: The Tasty Travels of Hope the Flying Taco, with an announced date of February 25, 2025.
Unicorn Jazz celebrates reading
The original announcement welcomed Lisa Caprelli for an El Paso Independent School District (EPISD) visit. She was born and raised in El Paso, Texas. Despite her humble beginnings, surrounded by a close-knit Hispanic family and delicious cuisine, Lisa's grandmother, with only a third-grade education, instilled in her the value of education. Encouraged by her grandmother's wisdom, Lisa pursued her passion for writing and helping others. Lisa is the creator of the beloved children's book series, "Unicorn Jazz," a heartwarming journey celebrating individuality, kindness, inclusivity, and creative expression. The original article also featured the show "Unicorn Jazz Presents The Thing I Do," which it described as appearing on Amazon TV.
Teacher and Student Printables, Coloring Pages, and Activities — Parents and Educators: click here
Original Vimeo video — unavailable during our review.
Baby, I Love You (based on the book and song)
Behind-the-scenes past school author visits, THIS IS FROM a former ELEMENTARY SCHOOL appearance: The examples are retained as past-school material.
Bee-ing Happy with Unicorn Jazz and Friends
Bee-ing Happy with Unicorn Jazz and Friends
To have my son, Matthew Vasquez, an RN and co-author and puppeteer, work with me to help propel our brand forward brings me and the kids we inspire - so much joy!
The announcement offered autographed books and mentioned advance book-order forms.
The announcement linked to Episode 1 of Unicorn Jazz Presents The Thing I Do on YouTube:
A Literacy Journey with Lisa Caprelli
...a strong foundation for lifelong learning.
TEACHERS RESOURCES:
The original program plan included a short video from "Unicorn Jazz Presents The Thing I Do", described in the announcement as appearing on Amazon TV and YouTube. The linked program resources included:
- Reading, writing, and behind-the-scenes material from the Unicorn Jazz book series
- The original announcement linked to the Unicorn Jazz book one-storytime and the Unicorn Jazz Friendship song to get familiar with the character's and stories' themes of friendship, belonging, kindness, and social-emotional learning.
- The announcement also linked to learning resources for Unicorn Jazz
- View resources for THE THING I DO book
- Music-video resources linked at UnicornJazz.com/songs
- Coloring pages and activities described in the original educator’s guide here.
- SEL learning packet
Thank you for supporting literacy and the joy of books and learning!
Grades K to 3
Preview to Share with Students on How Author Lisa Caprelli Combines Imagination, Puppets, Stories and Songs from Her Original Book Series: Unicorn Jazz
OCEAN ANIMALS: GRADES 3-5
Explore fun facts about 26 favorite ocean animals! Each page is a riddle and a haiku poem. This book also comes with a song called HAIKU SONG credited in the original listing to Emily Isabel. From jellyfish and corals to whales and sharks, Unicorn Jazz and friends uncover the most fascinating aspects of the underwater world throughout their adventure. Use the book as a starting point for discussing oceans and marine life. Introduce kids to a fun way of learning about ocean animals.
EPISD reading and literacy with author - Ideas for Grades 4-5 School Video & Learning Resources
- Where do Good Ideas Come From. Teachers can play later in the year, click here
- Behind the Scenes Journey of an author during the pandemic: click here
- Skip a Step, Digital Journal for Students, view journal
- More for students interested in leadership: click here
For Grades 4-5 VIDEOS ABOUT TECHNOLOGY, GREEN SCREEN AND INNOVATION:
- The Thing I Do Music Video Created by 19 Kids, Actors, Students and Adults - watch
- Dance and Sing With Me Music Video by children actors/singers -watch
- In the source’s account of Skip a Step, Lisa channels her entrepreneurial spirit and storytelling prowess into "Skip a Step: Imparting Wisdom For Young Entrepreneur Minds." Through this insightful book, she delves into the lives of thirteen extraordinary entrepreneurs, offering invaluable lessons on finding happiness, meaning, and success in life. Lisa's inspiring journey from a shy girl in El Paso to an accomplished author and advocate exemplifies the transformative power of following one's dreams and embracing the wisdom passed down by loved ones.
To learn more about Lisa Caprelli's leadership and speaker journey, click here.