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Published: 2012
Genre: Upper Grade Chapter Book
Age: 10- 13
Review: A ten year old boy named August was born like no other. He was born with a face that people coward to at the site of it. And with this deformity he was afraid as to what it would cause for him at school. In the beginning he was having trouble fitting in with other students at school. But once he started to let people in and show them that his appearance wasn't everything he was able to make connections with the other students and he began to see that looks don't matter.
Teaching Point: I would use this resource as a way to teach students how to be an amazing human being and treat others the way they would like to be treated.

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Published: 2000
Genre: Upper Grade Chapter Book
Age: 10 - 13
Review: Esperanza is a young girl living in a small village in Mexico in the 1920's. Esperanza and her family rely on a grape vineyard in order to make a living. When the family falls into complications with the vineyard Esperanza begins to worry about what is going to happen to her family. Later on in the book there are more complications that occur that place the family in an even tougher position. With everything going on Esperanza is in distress and it at a loss for words. However she ends up learning a valuable lesson in the end.
Teaching Point: " What doesn't kill you makes you stronger"

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Published: 2007
Genre: Upper Grade Chapter Book
Age: 11-14
Review: Elijah is the first African American who was a free slave in Canada. Growing up a free slave he was never subjected to the harsh treatment that others had endured. However he sees it first hand once he goes on a trip with a man named Mr. Leroy. With this trip Mr. Leroy was trying to regain his money from a double crossing preacher, in order to buy his family from slavery. And its here that Elijah starts to realize the harsh treatment that his friends had endured for many years.
Teaching Point:  I would use this as a resource in order to teach history along with empathy and humanity.

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Published:1997
Genre: Upper Grade Chapter Book
Age: 10 -13
Review: Within a town there is a yearly fundraiser .The fundraiser holds an annual pigeon shooting, in this particular year the fundraiser had shot down 5,000 live pigeons. In the middle of all the shooting there is a young boy named Palmer. Palmer is what they would call a " Wringer" their job is to break the necks of wounded pigeons. Palmer is conflicted for he doesn't want to harm any pigeons, however he also doesn't want to be made fun of for not being "man" enough to do the task that is needed of him.
Teaching Point: With this book I would use it as a reference in order to teach students that it doesn't matter what people think of you. If its something you believe in fallow it.

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From the Mixed-up Files of Mrs. Basil E. Frankweiler 

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From the Mixed-up Files of Mrs. Basil E. Frankweiler 

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Published: 1967
Genre: Upper Grade Chapter Book
Age: 11-14
Review: Within this novel , an eleven year old named Claudia and her nine year old brother Jamie decide to run away from home. They plan on moving to an area that is a little outside he norm for children their age. The Metropolitan Museum of Art is the place that they saw fitting for the two of them and upon their arrival they begin to make connections with the staff and others that often visit the museum. Soon after their arrival they find out that there is a mystery that is hidden within the walls of the museum and it takes the two of them along with the help of a few others to solve it.
Teacher Point: This book I would suggest to a student for an independent read.

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Published: 2012
Genre: Graphic novel
Age: 7-10
Review: This graphic novel is based off of the Holocaust. It shows what life was like for this Jewish family during this terrible time.  The family had to go into hiding to keep safe from the German/Nazi soldiers.
Teaching Point: This book would be a great resource when teaching the kids about the holocaust but it would also be a wonderful choice when talking about empathy and humanity.

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Published: 2012
Genre: Graphic Novel
Age: 7-10
Review: This graphic novel is a brief summary on what happened long ago within the Boston massacre. It is a wonderful resource when it comes to learning the history of the Boston massacre.
Teaching Point:  Teaching about the Boston Massacre

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A Tour of Your Muscular and Skeletal systems 

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A Tour of Your Muscular and Skeletal systems 

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Published: 2013
Genre: Graphic Novel
Age: 5-8
Review: This novel helps students learn about the human body. More specifically the muscular and skeletal systems. This can be a wonderful resource when you are teaching children about the human body. With its creative take on this health lesson it shouldn't be difficult to keep the student's attention.
Teaching Point:  Learning all about the skeletal and muscular systems.

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Published: 2015
Genre: Graphic Novel
Age: 5-7
Review: One day Luke and his father went to the park. While they were there Luke had wondered off! His father was frantically looking for him throughout the city. Eventually Luke's father was able to find him and Luke had learned a valuable lesson on staying with your parents.
Teaching Point: Make sure that you stay with mom and dad at all times.

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Published: 2013
Genre: Graphic Novel
Age: 5-7
Review: The extreme babymouse is a great graphic novel. It is very creative and "Pink"! With this novel every time babymouse starts to day dream the pictures turn pink. I think this is a very creative way in showing kids how to use their imagination.
Teaching Point: For this book I think it would be a wonderful resource in order to teach the children how to use their imagination.

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Published: 2015
Genre: Non-Fiction picture book
Age: 5- 8
Review: This book is about a village called Njau, Gambia and within this village there was an accumulation of plastic bags that started to cause issues within the village. It took one girl to make a change and it was this change that saved her village.
Teaching point: This book is a wonderful resource to use for teaching  the topic of Recycling.

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Published: 2009
Genre: Non-Fiction picture book
Age: 6-9
Review: This is a book about the Switzer brothers Bob and Joe. These brothers created a whole new form of color.  And they used these colors to dazzle people as well as save them.
Teaching Points: This book would be a wonderful resource if you were teaching an art class.

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Published: 2002
Genre: Non-fiction picture book
Age: 5-7
Read on: 9-27-17
Review: This book is a bibliography about Juan Quezada. He was a wonderful potter who was born in Mexico. It includes his techniques and his personal style. The illustrations within this book are amazing.
Teaching point: I think this would be a wonderful book to read during the Hispanic Heritage Month. And this would also help with being culturally responsive within your classroom.

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Published:  2009
Genre: Non-Fiction picture book
Age: 5-8
Read on: 9-27-17
Review: This book is made up of poems that focus on punctuation. Each poem focus on one main form of punctuation in a playful manor. The illustrations in this book are wonderful.
Teaching point: Great resource for when your teaching the topic of punctuation.

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published: 2014
Genre:  Non-fiction picture book
Age: 5-9
Read on: 9-27-17
Review: This book is a review of the well- known song " My Country, ' Tis of Thee". This song is said to be iconic for it has been a beacon for changing the united states for hundreds of years. It includes the historic events of the civil rights, the french and Indian war, and even the Emancipation proclamation of slavery.
Teaching point: This book would be a wonderful resource for history material.

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The Beatitudes From Slavery to Civil Rights

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The Beatitudes From Slavery to Civil Rights

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Published: 2010
Genre: Non-fiction picture book
Age: 6-9
Read on: 9-21-17
Review: This book is a wonderful testimonial about what it took for African Americans to become considered free men and women. It talks about historical icons, events, the beginnings of slavery. This book has wonderful illustrations and I think its a great read for history lovers.
Teaching points: Slavery, Civil Rights Movement

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Ivan the Remarkable True Story of the Shopping Mall Gorilla 

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Ivan the Remarkable True Story of the Shopping Mall Gorilla 

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Published: 2014
Genre: Non-fiction picture book
Age: 5-8
Read on: 9-21-17
Review:  This story is a true tale about a young gorilla named Ivan. Ivan was born in central Africa. Unfortunately poachers had soon taken him and one other baby gorilla away for their families. They soon ended up in Washington, a place that was unfamiliar to the young gorillas. Soon after Ivan's friend had passed away Ivan was left alone to live in a new world. And eventually he had become known as the shopping mall gorilla.
Teaching points: Animal cruelty

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Published: 2002
Genre: Non-fiction picture book
Age: 5-7
Read on: 9-20-17
Review: This story is about a woman named Sarah Hale. Sarah Hale was the woman who single- handedly saved Thanksgiving and all she used was a pen. She was a strong woman who had put her mind to anything she felt needed to be fixed. Along with the empowering story the illustrations in this book were amazing.
Teaching points: History

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Published: 2009
Genre: Non-fiction Picture book
Age: 5-7
Read on: 9-18-17
Review: This book talks all about Tornadoes. It includes a brief history of them along with facts on how the are formed and categorized. The illustrations in this book were wonderful and it really showed how a tornado looks like.
Teaching points: Great book to read when your class is on the topic of weather.

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Behold the Bold Umbrellaphant and other Poems

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Behold the Bold Umbrellaphant and other Poems

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Published: 2006
Genre: Non-fiction picture book
Age: 4-8
Read on: 9-18-17
Review: This book of poems has taken animals and molded them with everyday objects. With this book I loved the illustrations for they were very detailed and interesting to look at.
Teaching point: Rhyme and word play

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Published: 1941
Read on: 9-8-17
Genre: Early Chapter Book
Age: 7-9
Review: The setting takes place in New York State in the year 1756. During this time New York was still considered a British colony and there were disputes between the French and the Indians. Placed in the middle of this dispute is Edward and his family. Edwards father is called for duty leaving Edward alone with his mom and his young sister Trudy. The only thing that Edward has to protect them is an old matchlock gun that his father had to show him how to use it. The big question is, will Edward be able to pull the trigger if trouble comes to his door!!!!
Teaching Points:  Courage, History

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Published: 1999
Read on: 9-10-17
Genre: Early chapter Book
Age: 6-9
Review: The Magic Tree House series is a wonderful series that allows kids to experience time travel first hand. Siblings, Jack and Annie have come across a tree house that can take them back in time. With this tree house they are able to go any place and during any time that they wish. And with this adventure they travel to the jungles of India! Here Jack and Annie try to find a way to help tigers that are being captured by poachers! Will they get there in time ? Read to find out!
Teaching points: Reading can take you anywhere!

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Published: 2014
Read on: 9-11-17
Genre: Early Chapter Book
Age: 6-8
Review: Kaz and his family aren't like any other family you have ever met. Everyone in his family is a ghost! In the beginning Kaz and his family are separated and kaz finds himself within a library.  Its in this library where he meets new ghost and even becomes friends with a (solid) girl named Claire. Solids is the term that ghost use to call living humans. Now Claire isn't like any other solid that kaz has met for she is able to see ghost. So with Claire's ability, her and kaz work together to find kaz's family.
Teaching Points: Keep your mind open to the possibilities.

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Published: 2003
Read on: 9-12-17
Genre: Early Chapter Book
Age: 6-7
Review: Talent Shows! We all love them, but getting ready for them can be a little nerve racking. Well in this story a young boy is freaking out because he has no idea what to do for the talent show coming up at school. But it seems that all of his friends already have their ideas on what they plan on doing. With the help from his mom he begins to take piano lessons and decides to play the piano. Though it isn't with his hands... Read to find out what happens.
Teaching Points: Never be afraid to show people who you are.

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Published: 1992
Read on: 9-13-10
Genre: Early Chapter Book
Age: 6-7
Review: Within this series Henry and his dog Mudge are always looking for new adventures. In this particular story Henry and Mudge are trying to find something exciting to do on a cold and wet winter day. After countless attempts in trying to find something fun to do Henry's mom comes up with a wonderful idea. Let's make a fort!!!! So Henry and his family decide to make the coolest looking fort that was ever made.
Teaching Points: Great book to start transitioning students from picture books to chapter books.

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Published: 2011
Read on: 9-7-2017
Genre: Early childhood
Age: 5-7
Review: This story is a wonderful start on teaching the children the history of slavery. The book has few words and very intricate illustrations however it makes a huge impact.
Teaching Points: History, Humanity

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Published: 2013
Read on: 9-7-2017
Genre: Early childhood
Age: 6-10
Review: In this story the setting takes place in Russia during the Holocaust. Even during dark times this family is able to stick together because of their values and their faith. And within this family they all keep one item in mind, a Tea Set. Its this tea set that keeps the families spirit up during hard times and reminds them that as long as they have each other they are the richest people alive.
Teaching Points: History, personal value

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Published: 1993
Read on : 9-7-2017
Genre: Early childhood
Age: 1-4
Review:  In this heart warming children's story mothers around the world ,humans and animals  alike are putting their young ones to bed. This story also works with word play/rhyming and has wonderful illustrations. I believe that this is a wonderful way to start reading to your kids before bedtime every night.
Teaching Points:  Read to your kids !!!!!!

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Published: 2017
Read on: 9-3-2017
Genre: Early childhood
Age: 4-6
Review: Within this story Bigfoot starts a new school year a little nervous.  He wasn't sure how it was going to go. He was afraid of many things, such as shopping for school clothes, blending in, and being really BIG! I believe that this story is a wonderful book to read to the kids on the first day/week of school. I say this because it is putting a fun spin on the problems that students may face starting a new school year and it helps to put it into perspective.
Teaching points: Its okay to be nervous on your first day of school.

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Published: 2017
Read On: 9-3-2017
Genre: Early childhood
Age: 5-7
Review: The water princess is a wonderful story that brings the reality of the harsh conditions that the citizens of Africa have to face on a daily basis. The main focus in this story is water. GiGi the main character is constantly wishing for clean and cool water, for her village doesn't have any. And I think that it will inform students that around the world kids do not live in the same conditions that others might.
Teaching Points: Don't take things for granted

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Published: 1995
Read on: 8-26-17
Genre: Early childhood
Age: 6-8
Review: This story is about a band who gets on stage hand and hand. You learn about the instruments they play in a very, very  creative way. Read this story to find out how and in the end lets take a bow.
Teaching Points: Rhyming and word play.

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Published: 2011
Read on: 8-26-17
Genre: Early childhood
Age: 7-9
Review: This story is a classic tale about the man in the moon. With its eye catching illustrations and creative writing it shows children just how far their imagination can take them.
Teaching Points: Imagination

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Do Not Bring Your Dragon To The Library 

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Do Not Bring Your Dragon To The Library 

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Published: 2016
Read on: 8-26-17
Genre: Early childhood
Age: 4-6
Review: Is it okay to bring a dragon to the library? Well in this fun and playful story it tells you many reasons as to why it wouldn't be a good idea. And although its best to keep your dragon at home we found a way that allows both you and your dragon to enjoy reading books from the library.
Teaching Points: Learning about the library

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Published: 2006
Read on: 8-25-17
Genre: Early childhood
Age: 4-7
Review: This story begins with a lion visiting his local library. Here he becomes very helpful and builds many friendships, including his friendship with Miss Merriweather, the main librarian. After being told a countless number of times not to roar in the library he didn't have a choice the day Miss Merriweather ended up having an accident. In order to save her he had to break the rules and do what lions did best... ROAR.
Teaching Points: Courage to be yourself

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Published: 2007
Read on : 8- 25-17
Genre: Early childhood
Review: Within this story Jack the cat creates the perfect nest in hopes to catch a meal. Unfortunately in the end Jack realizes that he receives way more the what he had bargained for. Read to find out how this story ends.
Age: 5-6
Teaching Point : Be careful what you wish for