This unit of study explains how students, using picture books whose stories simplify various language arts themes and concepts, will apply and extend themes and concepts to grade level tasks. The unit adds that, along with the appropriate grade level mastery of the language arts Sunshine State Standards, an added benefit will be that students will more readily adapt and apply literature and writing skills learned after instruction begins with picture books. The unit is divided into the following sections: Goals and Objectives; Course Outline; Assessment Techniques and Outcomes; Adaptability and Resources; Lesson Plans and Samples; and Bibliography (7 resource books and 23 picture books). (NKA)