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This is a Bluebonnet Book award winner. This is a poem response.

The moving feeling that the touch of a violin gives Ada is shown through the movement of her fingers and the tone of her violin's sound.

Music is what brings Ada's voice out. Louder and louder she plays, others around her hear what needs to be said through her playing.

There is no need for Ada to have an expensive instrument. With resources that were given to her from her grandmother, Ada took the challenge to make beautiful music out of pieces of garbage.

Music can be made through different kinds of ways. From the smallest piece of imagination to the biggest piece of garbage, music is beautiful because it comes from the passion of the heart of the musician playing their instrument.

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The genre of this book is a Graphic Novel. This is a book recommendation response.

This book is such a great read for all ages! If you are looking for a different and fun way of reading a book, then this piece of literature is what you are looking for. This story provides readers the inside thoughts of Astrid and what her summer will be like at Roller Derby camp. During the summer, she is conflicted with the relationship between her best friend Nicole and the possible friendship between her and Zoey. Throughout the book, readers are able to understand the thoughts and emotions of all of the characters as they are reading through this exciting story.
When it comes to reading this book, make sure that you are not distracted by going back and forth between the words and illustrations on the pages. Readers should take the time to read the story as well as referring to the illustrations to get a deeper understanding of what the author is trying to portray in this story. If you stick to that, this book will be an enjoyment to relax and read all about this Rollergirl.

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The genre of this book is Historical Fiction. This is a summary response.

This book is all about the journey of Há, her mother, and her brothers from Vietnam to Alabama. Through poem form and diary entries, readers are able to have a front row seat for this year long journey with this family. Throughout the story, the reader is introduced to the struggle of a Vietnamese family and their journey/transition to America and its' customs. With worrying about her father,  Há doesn't understand why her family had to leave their home, why she doesn't fit in at school, and why all of this change is happening during a crucial time of her life. With many changes happening, this young girl finds the courage to push through every day in waiting for her father to come home. Unfortunately, that doesn't happen. Through this tragic time, this family and the help they are receiving from others is helping them stay strong through a difficult time in their lives.

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This is a Pura-Belpre Award Winning book. This is a short write response.

In this book, the author is writing about the experiences that her mother went through during the time period of the events of what Esperanza went through, in which, the author is able to relate to and understand what Esperanza went through because her own mother went through it.
After reading this book, I was able to read more about the author and why she even wrote this book. This book showed real life experiences through the story of a young girl who was engulfed in riches and was completely changed into rags. This book provides readers to understand how the narrator is able to relate to the same events that Esperanza and her family went through.

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We Are the Ship: The Story of Negro League Baseball by Kadir Nelson 

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We Are the Ship: The Story of Negro League Baseball by Kadir Nelson 

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This is a Corretta Scott-King Winning book. This is a short write response.

Throughout this piece of literature, the author provides many details of what baseball players of this time and era went through to play the game they love. With every page turn, the words and pictures in this book provide readers more insight of who these baseball players were, what they went through, and how the struggle of being in this time era led them to standing up for what they believe in and going out to be the best baseball players they could be, despite what many critics and people around them said. Without any of this information, this book would definitely be hard to follow as well as readers being confused about what part of history the author was talking about and the different kinds of players playing in this league.

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The One and Only Ivan by Katherine Applegate 

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The One and Only Ivan by Katherine Applegate 

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This is a sticky note response. I wrote down sentences and phrases from conversations that stood out to me throughout this Newberry Award winning book.

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Follow the Moon Home: A Tale of One Idea, Twenty Kids, and a Hundred Sea Turtles by Philippe Cousteau and Deborah Hopkinson

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Follow the Moon Home: A Tale of One Idea, Twenty Kids, and a Hundred Sea Turtles by Philippe Cousteau and Deborah Hopkinson

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This is a Post Modern Picture Book. This is a letter to my professor response.

Dear Dr. Solomon,

I want to point out how adorable this book was. I definitely enjoyed reading it. I really loved the illustrated pictures that went with the words throughout this book. The pictures are well represented of what the narrator was trying to portray to the readers.
I truly enjoyed reading about a classroom and their quest of solving a problem in their community. Seeing the support they had from their community and teacher was very encouraging. The students who were solving the problem that related to the sea turtles on the beach proved that they were filled with determination to never give up until a problem was solved.

I know as a future educator I will definitely use this book to read to my students. Thank you so much for the recommendation.

Sincerely,

Kayla Brown

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This is a Poetry book filled with a collection of poems about summer. In my read aloud video, I will be reading to you one of my favorite poems from the book.

(Sorry my face looks rough in the picture of the video)

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This is a Fantasy book. This is a Blog post.

As a child, I always loved going to the circus. The thrill, excitement, and the smell of cotton candy was the only reason I ever wanted to go. The elephants, lions, tigers, and bears (oh my!), also provided me some form of entertainment.
You might be thinking, why is a 20 year old young woman talking about the circus? Truth be told, I read this awesome book about a boy and his imagination about his circus. "If I Ran The Circus" was one of my favorite childhood books EVER!! Every time I read that book, I never put it down or read through it without a smile on my face.
Teachers, this is a note to you: HAVE DR. SEUSS BOOKS IN YOUR CLASSROOM! Sorry for the excitement, but these books will provide your students with an entertaining piece of literature that helps them read and rhyme all at the same time!

https://www.teachwithme.com/downloads/item/4279-dr-seuss-activities
http://themes.atozteacherstuff.com/488/dr-seuss-activities-lesson-plans-printables-ideas-units/

Here are 2 websites that provide teachers (YOU) with creative and cute ideas of how to incorporate activities and a lesson plan to go along with the enjoyment of reading this book.

What are you waiting for? Go check it out for yourself and let your student's creativity go wild!

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This is a book review response of a previous Texas Bluebonnet award winner.

Riding Freedom is all about a girl named Charlotte that stopped at nothing for fighting for what she wanted and believed in. She kept acting the way she did with horses, despite of what people were saying about her. By using her brains and determination, Charlotte came up with the idea to become "Charley" so she can be able to get away from the life she was living and become the person she wanted to be. No one would stop her from doing that. During this time period, women across the United States were fighting for the right to vote. It was hard being a female during this time period in history, but as history has shown, women kept fighting and look where we are today.
This book is great for young girls to read because it shows that if they put their heart to something and work hard, the fight will be worth it in the end. This book shows that these young girls have a voice and it deserves to be heard.
This book is an amazing read for readers of all ages, young or old. I would definitely recommend this book to every student in my own classroom someday.

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Calvin Coconut: Trouble Magnet by Graham Salisbury 

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Calvin Coconut: Trouble Magnet by Graham Salisbury 

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This is a book recommendation of a previous Texas Bluebonnet award winner.

If teachers or parents have students with "trouble" as their middle name, they definitely will love this book. This book is all about a boy named Calvin and what life is like in Hawaii. From the events happening at school to the changes that are happening with an older girl coming to live in his house, readers will love to read about the trouble that he gets in and what it takes for him to get out of trouble. With every chapter, readers will find ways of laughing and possibly relating to Calvin and his friends in either the laughs that they share together or even the kinds of trouble that they get in at school.
This book is very entertaining and students will love reading it. Not to mention, they will learn about vocabulary that helps them understand Hawaii and its' culture as well.

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Looking for Jaguar and Other Rain Forest Poems 

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This is a book review over a Poetry collection book.

This piece of literature brings the rain forest to life for its' readers. With using different kinds of poetry, readers will love reading and learning more about the rain forest, the wildlife living there, and every day life itself is like.
I really loved reading this book. As I was reading through the different poems, I was able to understand them by seeing the different kinds of illustrations that go with them. Readers will be instantly hooked after reading the first poem and seeing the amazing artwork within this book.
Since this book is a collection of poems, it is not just about one topic. This poetry book provides readers with different kinds of poems and the style that the author wrote them in. My advice to readers is to just read and don't let them form of the poem intimidate you. If you love animals and you love poetry, then this is definitely the book for you.

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Oh Say Can You Say What's the Weather Today? by Dr. Seuss 

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Oh Say Can You Say What's the Weather Today? by Dr. Seuss 

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This is a Nonfiction/Informational book that I am doing a 1 minute book talk over.
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This is a Nonfiction/Informational book that I am doing a book review post over.

This book brings the aspects of the Animal Planet channel to readers in the form of a book. This book is all about the life cycle that a zebra goes through along with the struggles that they go through on a daily basis. From fighting to survive, drinking plenty of water, and being on the lookout for predators, this book provides readers with visual representation of what the zebra in this story goes through. This book is all about the circle of life and it focuses on a daily life and struggle that a zebra lives and goes through.
This book should be read by upper level readers who are mature and can handle the pictures of one of the zebras being attacked by a predator. This book provides readers with a glossary of some of the terms that they might understand as they are reading. The photographs of these animals brings this book to life and provides a feel of what life is like for a zebra.

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This is a Traditional Tales book that I am doing a book review over.

If you are looking for a crazy twist and a unpredictable ending to a well known story, then this is definitely the book for you.

As a first time reader/listener to this book, I thought that this would be the classic tale of the three little pigs. I was proved wrong! It goes to show that you can't assume that every story is alike.

This version of this classic tale brings a creative twist of well know nursery rhymes and a mythological creature into the story. The three pigs are telling the wolf to go away and not blow their houses in, but find themselves in other stories. They finally get back to their own story and the wolf is defeated by the pigs, the dragon, and a cat.

I didn't like this version the first time I read it because it strayed away from the classic story I know. After watching it a second time, I really enjoyed it. I hope you enjoy it as well.

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This genre of book belongs in the Traditional Tales category. This is a a response of my choice. I am choosing to do a Poem response.

Sleeping all day, sleeping all night
Sleeping Beauty's schedule gave others such a fright.

Many years have come and many years have past by.
Sleeping Beauty's prince is coming, don't you cry.

There is no need for apples, glass slippers, or a beast.
After the prince kisses her, the kingdom will put on a huge feast.

This princess is alive and well.
All of this came about because of a crazy spell.

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This is a Caldecott award winning book. This is an Infographic response post.

I loved this book. This graphic shows the pages that I loved in this book as well as a bible verse that has meaning behind this book.

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A Sick Day for Amos McGee by Philip C. Stead 

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A Sick Day for Amos McGee by Philip C. Stead 

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This is a Caldecott award winning book. This is a Story Map response.

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The House in the Night by Susan Marie Swanson 

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The House in the Night by Susan Marie Swanson 

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This book is a Caldecott Award winning book. This is a Book Review post.

This book is an easy read for children, students, and parents to read when it is time for bed. The pages within this book are black and white, but the light that happens in the dark of night is yellow to shine bright for everyone to see. With the book beginning and ending with talking about the key to the house, the story brings to life what comforts us in our house during the day and during the night. This book reminds readers that no matter if you are in the dark or the light, there is always a key to help you get through anything.

For me, this was a very different kind of book to read. After reading it, I definitely realized that there was a meaning behind it.

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The genre of this book is Realistic Fiction. This is a Defining Quote response.

"From this day on and forever, I will never use the word PEN again. Instead, I will use the word FRINDLE, and I will do everything possible so others will, too."

When I was in elementary, I remember reading this book and this quote caught my eye. Today, as a 20 year old, this quote still caught my eye out of the whole book.

This quote shows so much passion that Nick had for wanting to use a new and interesting word that explains an object that we call by a well known name. Nick wanted to start a revolution when it came to using words and becoming acquainted with the dictionary. Even with Mrs. Granger and others that knew Nick were trying to stop him from doing this, Nick found a way. After the "fad" of this word died down in his world, a revolution of using "frindle" was still on fire with others across the nation. Once Nick grew up, he realized his push to use this word wasn't for nothing. His word was put in the dictionary for the world to see and use.

This quote is a reminder to readers that anything is possible with putting your mind to it and never giving up.

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Just in Time, Abraham Lincoln by Patricia Polacco 

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Just in Time, Abraham Lincoln by Patricia Polacco 

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This is a Historical Fiction book. This is a Story Map response.

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Daniel Boone: Woodsman of Kentucky by John Zronik 

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Daniel Boone: Woodsman of Kentucky by John Zronik 

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This is an Autobiography/Biography book. I am using a free choice of mine to do a Summary response over this book.

Daniel Boone (1734-1820) is known as a famous American pioneer whose explorations across the United States let to the discovery and settlement of Kentucky. Boone represents our American ideals of freedom and independence. By spending a lot of time alone in the wilderness, Boone came to understand what it takes to survive as well as appreciating what our Founding Fathers did to mold the start of our country and nation. Boone made sure to represent American ideals every where he went. Growing up and even as an adult, Boone endured through so much during this time period. From building a settlement to fighting off Native Americans, Boone had a heart for his family, country, nation, and fighting to the death. This book provides readers a front row seat to the life story of this inspiring American figure.

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This book is a well-known Fantasy story. This is a Defining Quote response.

"Second star to the right and straight on until morning."

As a little girl, I grew up falling more and more in love with this beloved book and stage play. Growing up, I would always be watching the different versions of the stage play as well as the Disney cartoon version of the movie. My grandma supported my love for Peter Pan by making me a picture with the words of the song that Mrs. Darling sang to her children at night.
As a college student, I still love and am a huge fan of Peter Pan. This quote is a daily reminder for me that my dreams can come true and that I shouldn't rush to grow up. This quote reminds me to focus on the task at hand and to not worry about what is to come tomorrow. I truly believe that this story helps readers believe in themselves, their dreams, and reminds them to be happy throughout all of the stages in life.

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Flat Stanley's Worldwide Adventures: The Midnight Ride of Flat Revere 

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Flat Stanley's Worldwide Adventures: The Midnight Ride of Flat Revere 

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This is a Realistic Fiction book. I will be using a free choice to be doing a Book Recommendation response for this book.

Everyone, old and young, will never get tired of the famous, inspiring, and entertaining Flat Stanley. From his original story to having different adventures of his own, Flat Stanley provides entertainment to readers in the form of a book.

This book helps readers to understand the significance and importance of Paul Revere's midnight ride in a fun and creative way. I really loved that throughout the book, there were pictures of Flat Stanley with who he was interacting with and doing activities with.

Teachers in all kinds of classrooms should always provide students with books that have Flat Stanley in them. To this day, I remember learning about and reading about Flat Stanley. Anything else we did with Flat Stanley, I knew it would be fun and I would learn something from it.

I give this book my seal of approval for readers of all ages!

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The genre of this book is Realistic Fiction that I am doing a Letter Response post over.

Dear Reader,

I am writing to you today to recommend a book I just finished reading. Maniac Magee is all about a boy who goes from not having a home, friends, or a purpose in life, to having a home and friends that provides him a purpose in life.

As you are reading this story, take into consideration of what racism can do to a city. With the town in this story being split in half, no one has ever been dared to go to one another's "end" of the town. As Maniac is learning what is going on in the town, the kids of both white and black races come together to play a game, despite the color of their skins and what the rules of their town have done to everyone around them.

Maniac Magee will provide you a story of a young boy's struggle and provide you with a wide awakening of how overcoming struggle can make a person even stronger than they were.

I hope you enjoy reading this story.

I know that I did.

Sincerely,

Kayla Brown