Consider using this book in class, possibly the first week of school, or before a new student arrives to provide different perspectives and ideas about how to be inclusive and help new people adjust!
Book Review: Howard Wallace, P.I., by Casey Lyall
Elementary students who are ready to break out into the chapter book world, this book is for you! It is so hard to find an early reader that isn’t terribly boring. For students looking to get into a fun mystery with few disclaimers, this book is for you!
Book Review: Charlotte’s Bones: The Beluga Whale in a Farmer’s Field, by Erin Rounds
Stories are everywhere and perseverance pays off – discover the story behind the story of amazing picture book!
Book Review: The Eye That Never Sleeps: How Detective Pinkerton Saved President Lincoln, by Mariss Moss
Why I Picked It Up: Sherry and I are always adding to our Historical Fusions: Integrating Social Studies, Literacy, and Technology session and this book came up in a search. Why I Finished It: I’m not going to lie, this is a long picture book, but it is really interesting. I have learned about Lincoln […]
Book Review: Blended, by Sharon M. Draper
Why I Picked It Up: This book was popping up on all the blogs I follow, so I quickly went to read the teaser. Definitely a “me book,” I immediately requested it from my library. Why I Finished It: I am always amazed and humbled by the author who can take a complex and mature […]
Book Review: Adrian Simcox Does NOT Have a Horse, by Marcy Campbell and Crinna Luyken
Why I Picked It Up: Like most books, Amazon told me I would like it! They were absolutely correct. I LOVE it! When I searched for my last book, It Wasn’t Me, this book became a suggestion. At the time I was not sure why, but I am certain it’s because of the book’s message: Everyone […]
