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Book Review: 11 Experiments That Failed, by Jenny Offill & Nancy Carpenter
A fantastic book that celebrates inquiry and the responsible pursuit of answers.
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: Good Morning, Superman by Michael Dahl
Good Morning, Superman is a simple, but very rich read, with a ton of imagination!
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:Β Everyone […]
Book Review: The Tortilla Factory, by Gary Paulsen
An oldie, but a great nontraditional Thanksgiving/Fall read aloud!