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From: Jennifer Groff <jengroff>
Date: Mon, 11 Dec 2006 01:45:36 +0000
First, a small warning; when I was a child, any book that I was currently reading was my favorite. But I'd love to share a short list of books that have not only stayed with me but also captured the interest and imagination of my students this year:
Scaredy Squirrel, by Melanie Watt. This picture book is a delightful exploration of fear and trying to be prepared, and while young children enjoy it, second graders REALLY get it!
Museum Trip, by Barbara Lehman. An engaging wordless picture book.
Toys Go Out, by Emily Jenkins. Seeminly simple and captivating story about toys, told in six chapters that can work on their own or together, this book is a wonderful read aloud for third graders and my top pick for giving to families -- like a modern day Winnie the Pooh. Funny, and moving, and full of poignant friendship moments.
Clementine, by Sarah Pennypacker -- do we need another story about an uninhibited, creative third grade girl? Why yes, when the voice rings so true and the observations so acute as in this book!
Rules, by Cynthia Lord -- a touching story for upper elementary and early middle school readers, dealing with family and friendship. Teachers are passing it to each other for the understanding it conveys of a family coping with a child with autism; students are recommending it because the characters feel so true and the search for a friend so close to heart.
Pick Me Up (DK Publishers) ? it?s not just ?stuff you need to know,? but a book that is irresistible to kids in its design and format (caution, may be baffling for adult users). Put a copy in clear view of any reluctant readers aged 8 and up and see what happens.
The American Story: 100 True Tales from American History, by Jennifer Armstrong ? all the US history I wish I?d always known, told in an accessible and entertaining way. Upper elementary to adult will find this a great resource for classroom or independent reading.
Nick and Norah?s Infinite Playlist, by Rachel Cohn and David Levithan ? a YA that I considered a thoroughly fun read has lingered in my mind for its voices and vivid sense of story.
Grand & Humble, by Brent Hartinger ? a YA with a masterfully-crafted plot and compelling storyline.
I'm sure that as soon as I hit "send" I'll think of many others but this is a good start!
all best, Jennifer Groff Teacher-librarian Belle Sherman Elementary 501 Mitchell ST Ithaca, NY 14850
jengroff at hotmail.com
Received on Sun 10 Dec 2006 07:45:36 PM CST
Date: Mon, 11 Dec 2006 01:45:36 +0000
First, a small warning; when I was a child, any book that I was currently reading was my favorite. But I'd love to share a short list of books that have not only stayed with me but also captured the interest and imagination of my students this year:
Scaredy Squirrel, by Melanie Watt. This picture book is a delightful exploration of fear and trying to be prepared, and while young children enjoy it, second graders REALLY get it!
Museum Trip, by Barbara Lehman. An engaging wordless picture book.
Toys Go Out, by Emily Jenkins. Seeminly simple and captivating story about toys, told in six chapters that can work on their own or together, this book is a wonderful read aloud for third graders and my top pick for giving to families -- like a modern day Winnie the Pooh. Funny, and moving, and full of poignant friendship moments.
Clementine, by Sarah Pennypacker -- do we need another story about an uninhibited, creative third grade girl? Why yes, when the voice rings so true and the observations so acute as in this book!
Rules, by Cynthia Lord -- a touching story for upper elementary and early middle school readers, dealing with family and friendship. Teachers are passing it to each other for the understanding it conveys of a family coping with a child with autism; students are recommending it because the characters feel so true and the search for a friend so close to heart.
Pick Me Up (DK Publishers) ? it?s not just ?stuff you need to know,? but a book that is irresistible to kids in its design and format (caution, may be baffling for adult users). Put a copy in clear view of any reluctant readers aged 8 and up and see what happens.
The American Story: 100 True Tales from American History, by Jennifer Armstrong ? all the US history I wish I?d always known, told in an accessible and entertaining way. Upper elementary to adult will find this a great resource for classroom or independent reading.
Nick and Norah?s Infinite Playlist, by Rachel Cohn and David Levithan ? a YA that I considered a thoroughly fun read has lingered in my mind for its voices and vivid sense of story.
Grand & Humble, by Brent Hartinger ? a YA with a masterfully-crafted plot and compelling storyline.
I'm sure that as soon as I hit "send" I'll think of many others but this is a good start!
all best, Jennifer Groff Teacher-librarian Belle Sherman Elementary 501 Mitchell ST Ithaca, NY 14850
jengroff at hotmail.com
Received on Sun 10 Dec 2006 07:45:36 PM CST
