adventuring with Jack and Annie as they go back in time to see the dinosaurs. The illustrations by Sal Murdocca provide a colorful and exciting world to explore that compliment the story, transporting readers back to the land of dinosaurs.
Application Librarians can use this book accompanied by the Magic Tree House Fact Tracker: Dinosaurs during a dinosaur themed program. Children can be encouraged to create their own note pages like Jack makes about the different dinosaurs. Read-alikes Scieszka, Jon. The Time Warp Trio Series. Abbott, Tony. The Secrets of Droon Series.
Book Official Website: https://www.magictreehouse.com/
Author Official Website: http://marypopeosborne.com/ Other Resources Magic Tree House Fact Trackers: Dinosaurs An information supplemental text about dinosaurs by Will Osborne and Mary Pope Osborne. Magic Tree House at Random House Kids http://www.randomhousekids.com/brand/magic-tree-house/ Magic Tree House: Mary Pope Osborne’s Classroom Adventures Program http://mthclassroomadventures.org/ References Charles Cornwell [User Name]. (May 10, 204). Dinosaurs before dark book trailer [YouTube video]. Retrieved from https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=joUntcGphVQ Goodreads.com. (2017). Dinosaurs before dark (Magic tree house #1). [Cover image]. Retrieved from https://www.goodreads.com/book/show/13414548-dinosaurs-before-dark Titlewave.com. (2017). Dinosaurs before dark. Simek, P. (2014, Mar. 28). Magic tree house: Dinosaurs before dark (Web log comment). [Page images]. English 271 Reading/Viewing Logs. Retrieved from http://englogs.weebly.com/log-3-beginning-and-developing-readers/magic-tree-house-dinosaurs-before-dark
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Review Deborah Hopkinson shares the inspiring story of Alta Weiss in this delightful picture book illustrated by Terry Widener. The pictures provide a fun and playful backdrop for Alta's story. This book provides girls with a story that tells them they can do anything. "This is an unpretentious, thoroughly engrossing baseball tale, guaranteed to please reader/listeners..." (Lanes, 2003). Hopkinson provides a "Highlights of Women in Baseball" at the end of the book. Themes Perseverance Baseball Following Dreams Biography Application Librarians can use this for a fun themed story time about baseball. Children can be invited to tell a story of when they followed a dream of theirs even though it was seen as too hard by some. This book can also be used in a program about girls and how girls can do anything. Read-alikes Moss, M. (2004). Mighty Jackie: The Strike-Out Queen. From Goodreads.com. Corey, S. (2003). Players in Pigtails. From Goodreads.com. Johnson, A. (2007). Just Like Josh Gibson. From Goodreads.com. Vernick, A. (2016). The Kid from Diamond Street. Book/Author Official Website: https://deborahhopkinson.com Illustrator Official Website: http://terrywidenerart.com References Goodreads.com. (2017). Girl wonder: A baseball story in nine innings [Cover image]. Retrieved from https://www.goodreads.com/book/show/3161994-girl-wonder Lanes, S. G. (2003). Girl wonder: A baseball story in nine innings. Parents' Choice. Retrieved from http://www.parents-choice.org/product.cfm?product_id=11946 Ogren, C. S. (March 11, 2011). Our history is our strength [Web log comment] (Back cover image). Humor Me: A mix of life, laughter, and literature. Retrieved from https://cathyso3.wordpress.com/2011/03/11/our-history-is-our-strength/ Titlewave.com. (2017). Girl Wonder.
Review There’s a simplicity and a depth to this narrative biography that children gravitate towards. It gives details about his life that I didn’t know as an adult either. It seems like the instances that are described paint a slightly quirky, but intriguing picture of this famous genius. He’s not like everyone else. But that isn’t a bad thing. There’s a lot more going on in his head than what people think, too, which is true for a lot of children. It’s a sweet, simple look at a man who thought about complicated things (Flock, 2017). Themes Curiosity Being Different Imagination Thought Application This would be a great resource for an elementary classroom. For a guide on how to use it in the classroom, click here. Read-alikes Heiligman, D. (2013). The boy who loved math: the improbable life of Paul Erdos. Yaccarino, D. (2009). The fantastic undersea life of Jacques Cousteau. McCully, E.A. (2017). Caroline's comets: a true story. Author Official Website: http://www.jenniferberne.com/ Illustrator Official Website: http://www.vladimirradunsky.com/ References
Books with Pictures by Vladimir Radunsky. (2017). Retrieved from: http://www.vladimirradunsky.com/ Flock, A.C. (2017). Review. Giogis, C. (n.d.) Common Core Aligned Curriculum Guide for Picture Book Biographies. Retrieved from: http://www.chroniclebooks.com/landing-pages/pdfs/picture_book_biography_teachers_guide.pdf Goodreads: On a Beam of Light [Cover Image]. (2017). Retrieved from: https://www.goodreads.com/book/show/17685647-on-a-beam-of-light Jennifer Berne. (2017). Retrieved from: http://www.jenniferberne.com/ Junior Library Guild: On a Beam of Light [Awards]. (2017) Retrieved from: http://www.juniorlibraryguild.com/books/view.dT/9780811872355 NoveList Plus. (2017). Retrieved from: http://lili.org Popova, M. (2013, December). On a Beam of Light: The Story of Albert Einstein, Illustrated by the Great Vladimir Radunsky. Brain Pickings. Retrieved from: https://www.brainpickings.org/2013/12/30/on-a-beam-of-light-albert-einstein-radunsky/ Titlewave: On a Beam of Light. [Bib. Info]. (2017). Retrieved from: http://www.titlewave.com Review This is a sweet story that will likely resonate with animal lovers. Readers will be amused that the cat considers his owner the pet, and the chapter book is written from the cat’s perspective, which adds a layer of irony and tongue-in-cheek humor. It’s a book for cat lovers by a cat lover. The graphic novel elements throughout also make the book more visual and may make it more palatable for reluctant readers (Flock, 2017). Themes Cat Life Pets Friendship Series Information MY PET HUMAN
Application Libraries could use this in a petting zoo program, encouraging the adoption of animals from the local animal shelter. Read-alikes Cleary, B. (1973). Socks. Wenzel, B. (2016). They All Saw a Cat. Kuskin, K. (2005). So, What’s it Like to be a Cat? Author Official Website: http://www.catversushuman.com/ References
Cat versus Human. (2017). Retrieved from: http://www.catversushuman.com/ Flock, A.C. (2017). Review. Goodreads: My Pet Human [Cover Image]. (2017). Retrieved from: https://www.goodreads.com/book/show/22718720-my-pet-human King, I. (2015, September). Review: My Pet Human by Yasmine Surovec [Spread Image]. The Conscious Cat. Retrieved from: http://consciouscat.net/2015/09/04/review-my-pet-human-by-yasmine-surovec/ Macmillan: My Pet Human: Books in this Series. (2017). Retrieved from: http://us.macmillan.com/series/mypethuman/ Titlewave: My Pet Human [Bib. Info and Read-alikes]. (2017). Retrieved from: http://www.titlewave.com
Review The first in Ted Arnold's Fly Guy series is sure to delight young readers. The story is simple and easy to follow because of the words used, the images support the story and add elements of humor. The book is separated into short chapters chronicling the adventure of Buzz and Fly Guy from first meeting to entering a pet show. The book provides reluctant readers with a fun and entertaining text, without being overwhelming or wordy. Arnold does a wonderful job engaging readers with his fun characters and plot.
Application Hi! Fly Guy is a wonderful way to introduce children to chapter books they can read. School librarians can use these books with reluctant readers to interest them in books. This can be done through book talks. Talking about the book to children can encourage them to read. Librarians can also use the reproducible workshets available through Scholastics for teachers and parents. One of these is a page for children to create their own pet. (Scholastic, 2017b.)
Other Resources Scholastic's Parent's Guide to Fly Guy http://www.scholastic.com/parents/resources/collection/more-reading-resources/parent-guide-to-fly-guy Scholastic's Teacher's Guide to Fly Guy https://www.scholastic.com/teachers/lesson-plans/teaching-content/hi-fly-guy-storia-teaching-guide/ References Generation 5. (2017). Hi! Fly Guy-level 2 (des 8 ans) [Page images]. Retrieved from https://www.generation5.fr/produits/Hi--Fly-Guy---Level-2--1130--22460--ens.php Goodreads.com. (2017). Hi! Fly Guy [Cover image]. Retrieved from https://www.goodreads.com/book/show/300395.Hi_Fly_Guy FictionDB. (2017). Hi! Fly Guy. Retrieved from https://www.fictiondb.com/author/tedd-arnold~hi-fly-guy~305927~b.htm LibraryTherapy [User name]. (March 18, 2015). Hi! Fly Guy--book trailer [YouTube video]. Retrieved from https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=NeKqCti8M7w Scholastic. (2017a). Parent's guide to Fly Guy: Get your child buzzing about reading! Retrieved from http://www.scholastic.com/parents/resources/collection/more-reading-resources/parent-guide-to-fly-guy Scholastic. (2017b). HI Fly Guy teaching guide. Retrieved from https://www.scholastic.com/teachers/lesson-plans/teaching-content/hi-fly-guy-storia-teaching-guide/ Titlewave.com. (2017). Hi! Fly Guy.
Age Range: 4-8 years old Review This classic poetry collection, which is both outrageously funny and profound, has been the most beloved of Shel Silverstein's poetry books for generations. Themes Silliness Humor Lessons Other Books by Shel Silverstein
Application This collection of poems and drawings is meant to be shared, and is great fun to read on one’s own or aloud. Encourage imitation of the style of the illustration and the silliness of the poems and let children express their own thoughts through the exercise. Video:
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Prelutsky, J. (1984). New Kid on the Block. Dr. Seuss (1958). Yertle the Turtle and Other Stories. Scieszka, J. (1992). The Stinky Cheese Man and Other Fairly Stupid Tales. Book/Author Official Website: http://www.shelsilverstein.com/books/where-sidewalk-ends/ Other Resources Download this PDF for activities from 2016 Poetry Month: References Goodreads. (n.d.). Where the Sidewalk Ends. Retrieved from https://www.goodreads.com/book/show/30119.Where_the_Sidewalk_Ends NoveList. (2017). Retrieved from: http://search.ebscohost.com.ezproxy.pueblolibrary.org/login.aspx?direct=true&db=noh&tg=UI&an=113004&site=novelist-live Where the Sidewalk Ends. (2013). Retrieved from http://www.shelsilverstein.com/books/where-sidewalk-ends/ Where the Sidewalk Ends. (n.d.). [Cover Image]. Retrieved from http://www.betterreading.com.au/wp/wp-content/uploads/2014/09/9781846143847.jpg
Age Range: 6-8 years old Awards Won: Winner of the 2011 Theodor Seuss Geisel Award; A New York Times Best Illustrated Children's Book of 2010. Review Full of quick-witted repartee, this brainchild of Newbery Medalist Kate DiCamillo and award-winning author Alison McGhee is a hilarious ode to exuberance and camaraderie, imagination and adventure, brought to life through the delightfully kinetic images of Tony Fucile. Themes Friendship Humor Adventure Series Information Bink and Gollie
Application Add this charming tale of friendship and pancakes to your collection to delight your young readers with humor and fun! Read-alikes
Lin, G. (2010). Ling and Ting: Not Exactly the Same! Hartnett, S. (2010). Sadie and Ratzt. Schneider, J. (2011). Tales from Very Picky Eaters. Book/Author Official Website: http://www.binkandgollie.com/ References Bink & Gollie. (n.d.). Retrieved from http://www.binkandgollie.com/ Goodreads. (n.d.). Bink & Gollie. Retrieved from https://www.goodreads.com/book/show/7616655-bink-gollie NoveList. (2017). Retrieved from: http://search.ebscohost.com.ezproxy.pueblolibrary.org/login.aspx?direct=true&db=noh&tg=UI&an=113004&site=novelist-live Bink & Gollie. (n.d.). [Cover Image]. Retrieved from https://images-na.ssl-images-amazon.com/images/I/51N0VfRNb1L._SY344_BO1,204,203,200_.jpg Bink & Gollie. (n.d.). [Image]. Retrieved from http://www.newkideo.com/wp-content/themes/hybrid-newvideo/tools/timthumb.php?src=/wp-content/uploads/2013/02/NNVG288930.jpg&w=640&h=360&q=95
Review Palacio shows readers what it’s like to live in Auggie’s world—a world in which he feels like any other kid, but he’s not always seen that way. We’re All Wonders may be Auggie’s story, but it taps into every child’s longing to belong, and to be seen for who they truly are. It’s the perfect way for families and educators to talk about empathy and kindness with young children. Themes Friendship Courage Individuality Also by R.J. Palacio
Application This book makes excellent material for group and individual discussion with children and their families, and builds empathy and emotional intelligence in its most engaged readers. It’s a great recommendation for any child who feels singled out sometimes (or all the time.) Read-alikes
Curtis, J.L. (2002). I'm Gonna Like Me: Letting Off a Little Self-Esteem. Lovell, P. (2001). Stand Tall, Molly Lou Melon. Byrne, S. (2015). The Power of Henry's Imagination (The Secret). Book/Author Official Website: http://www.penguinrandomhouse.com/books/555247/were-all-wonders-by-r-j-palacio/9781524766498 References NoveList. (2017). Retrieved from: http://search.ebscohost.com.ezproxy.pueblolibrary.org/login.aspx?direct=true&db=noh&tg=UI&an=113004&site=novelist-live We’re All Wonders by R.J. Palacio. (n.d.). Retrieved from http://www.penguinrandomhouse.com/books/555247/were-all-wonders-by-r-j-palacio/9781524766498 We’re all Wonders. (n.d.). [Cover Image]. Retrieved from https://images-na.ssl-images-amazon.com/images/I/51tZ6QVaNbL._SX258_BO1,204,203,200_.jpg We’re All Wonders. (n.d.). [Image]. Retrieved from http://s979.photobucket.com/user/coolmomphotos/media/were-all-wonders-2_zps4wck6d5s.jpg.html
Themes Superheroes Justice Friendship School Childhood Families Series Information CAPTAIN AWESOME
Application This could be used in a Superhero book club with other books in this series and other similar series, such as Captain Underpants, Melvin Beederman Superhero, and Extraordinary Adventures of Ordinary Boy. Read-alikes Marko, C. (2014-). Kung Pow Chicken Series. Trine, G. (2006-). Melvin Beederman Superhero Series Boniface, W. and Gilpin, S. (2006-). Extraordinary Adventures of Ordinary Boy Series. Series Official Website: http://simonandschusterpublishing.com/captain-awesome/ Book Trailer References
Captain Awesome. (2017). Retrieved from: http://simonandschusterpublishing.com/captain-awesome/ [cosproductions] (2012, March 24). Captain Awesome to the Rescue! Book Trailer. Retrieved from: https://youtu.be/yH2RdOcBIjs FictionDB: Captain Awesome [Series Info.]. (2017). Retrieved from: https://www.fictiondb.com/author/stan-kirby~series~captain-awesome~18215.htm Flock, A.C. (2017). Review. Goodreads: Books like Captain Awesome to the Rescue [Read-alikes]. (2017). Retrieved from: https://www.goodreads.com/book/similar/16719380-captain-awesome-to-the-rescue Goodreads: Captain Awesome to the Rescue [Cover Image]. (2017). Retrieved from: https://www.goodreads.com/book/show/11768204-captain-awesome-to-the-rescue Simon & Schuster: Captain Awesome to the Rescue! [Image]. (2017). Retrieved from: http://www.simonandschuster.com/books/Captain-Awesome-to-the-Rescue!/Stan-Kirby/Captain-Awesome/9781442435612 Titlewave: Captain Awesome to the Rescue [Bib. Info]. (2017). Retrieved from: http://www.titlewave.com
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Cappiello, M.A. (2014, November). Tiny Creatures: The World of Microbes. SLJ: The Classroom Bookshelf. Retrieved from: http://www.theclassroombookshelf.com/2014/11/tiny-creatures-the-world-of-microbes/ Emily Sutton Illustration. (2017). Retrieved from: https://www.emillustrates.com/ Flock, A.C. (2017). Review. Goodreads: Tiny Creatures [Cover Image]. (2017). Retrieved from: https://www.goodreads.com/book/show/20621462-tiny Junior Library Guild: Tiny Creatures: The World of Microbes [Awards]. (2017). Retrieved from: https://www.juniorlibraryguild.com/books/view.dT/9780763673154 Nicola Davies – Children’s Author. (2017). Retrieved from: http://www.nicola-davies.com/ NoveList Plus. (2017). Retrieved from: http://lili.org Popova, M. (2015, September). Tiny Creatures: The Marvelous World of Microbes, in an Illustrated Children’s Book. Brain Pickings. Retrieved from: https://www.brainpickings.org/2015/09/03/tiny-creatures-nicola-davies-emily-sutton/ Titlewave: Tiny Creatures. [Bib. Info]. (2017). Retrieved from: http://www.titlewave.com |
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