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A collection of strong writing mentor books to teach all things writing! Whether your focus is figurative language, transitions, perspective, persuasion, etc... I have included various books that be used to teach all types of different writing traits. I have even provided lesson suggestions.

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This book is about a boy who uses persuasive writing to convince his parents that he needs an iguana! I love this book for teaching persuasive writing technique. I love how it shows persuasion used in a real world context. I would read this book to my students, and have them practice writing a persuasive letter to me about something they want for the classroom. The student who I felt has the strongest argument would be granted their request!

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A story told entirely by similes. This book is so fun! It is just perfect for teaching children about this type of figurative language. After reading they will utilize a data collection chart. On the left side, they will put their 7 favorite similes from the story, and on the right they will put the implied meaning in literal language. They will also practice writing their similes.

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This is the classic story of "Little Red Riding Hood", but it is told from the Wolf's Perspective. I want to use this book to teach perspective. My students would first read the traditional version of the story from Little Red's perspective, and then again from the wolf's. We would compare and contrast the stories and talk about how interpretation and perspective effects the story.

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This book is an imaginative non fiction book. It is the ultimate step-by-step, how-to advice book from the animal kingdom. I would use this to teach how-to writing, the importance of including descriptive details, and practice researching skills. We would read this book together. I would then allow students to choose a topic that interests them and research it. They would then use these details to write a descriptive how-to.

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A very fun, detailed story filled with transitional words! I would read this book with my students, and provide them with a copy. While reading, they would take note of all the transitional words. Afterwords, they would choose three transitional words and create a story with them. We will talk about how transitional words help a story flow.

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These books have a fantastic beginning, middle, and end. They serve as an excellent model of plot structure for building writing fluency.

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What a better way to inspire writing with strong plot sequence, than writing your own blank story via picture-less books!? Students will practice writing their own beginning, middle, and end with help from beautiful illustrations in this book that will help to guide their mind.

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I personally love this book. Not only is it an award winner for best picture, but it also serves of a fantastic model of plot structure. A heartwarming book, with loads of educational value and potential learning opportunities. I would suggest students use a plot data collection chart (pyramid) after reading. That includes components like rising and falling action.

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A great book for modeling plot with emergent readers and writers.Students will love seeing how this story evolves, and watching Rex wreck it! With my emergent students I would conduct a read aloud and collaboratively fill out a plot structure pyramid chart (on an anchor chart at the carpet).

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These books are to inspire the young reader to WRITE! Welcome to my collection of some of my favorite mentor texts for writing.

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This book is called "A Perfectly Messed - Up Story".  This super fun book was written and illustrated by Patrick McDonnell. The book highlights the "perfectly imperfect" writing process via an interactive exchange between narrator and reader. "A Perfectly Messed-Up story" teachers children that sometimes the best writing stems from everyday unexpected experiences that we may have. You do not have to start writing only when you have the most perfect story idea.

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My next book is called "The Word Collector" by Peter H. Reyonalds. Jerome collects words from his books. One day he drops all those words and they jumble up to create sentences that he could never of imagined. He also learns that the way you arrange words can be really helpful and encouraging to others. I love this book for vocabulary, sentence structure, and/or writing inspiration.

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The first book I chose is "The Best Story Ever" written by Eideen Spinelli and illustrated by Anne Wilsdorf. This book is great for teaching story elements and explaining that the best stories are ones that help you to find your own voice. I also like this book for building writing enthusiasm. I think read alouds are great for inspiring, and that is what I hope to do with this book. I want to build student writing passion.

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This book is called "Little Red Writing". It is written by Joan Holub and illustrated by Melissa Sweet. First off, I just love the parallels to "Little Red Riding Hood" because I LOVE fairy tails (especially incorporating them into my reading lessons). What I really love about this book is how it explains the writing process: step one is ideas, character, and setting, step two is trouble, step three is more trouble, and step four is fixing the trouble. It is silly, creative, yet informative.

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This book is called "A Perfectly Messed - Up Story".  This super fun book was written and illustrated by Patrick McDonnell. The book highlights the "perfectly imperfect" writing process via an interactive exchange between narrator and reader. "A Perfectly Messed-Up story" teachers children that sometimes the best writing stems from everyday unexpected experiences that we may have. You do not have to start writing only when you have the most perfect story idea.

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Can you put the clues together!? These books will leave you at the edge of your seat. Perfect for children who LOVE a good mystery.

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This category contains books perfect for adolescence, but can be enjoyed by readers of all ages. Take a break from the busy World around you, and dive into these engaging and relatable books.

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More complex picture books, concept books, and poetry books. Get ready to dive deep into literature, and really start challenging your young reader:) They are ready!

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A great collection of children poetry to stir young reader's imagination and emotions. Poetry for young readers exposes them to beautiful arrangements of written language. This collection includes nursery rhymes, concrete poems, haikus, and much more. ALSO GREAT FOR ENCOURAGING AND MODELING POEM WRITING.

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A favorite! First read the poems forward for a modern take on old tales... THEN, read backwards for the traditional tale. I want to use this for a writing challenge. Students will have to really dive into words for this challenge, and I cant wait to see what students come up with.

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I love this book as a mentor for poetry writing. This book has SEVERAL poems. My favorite part about this for teaching writing is the power of just a few words. Just a few words can be powerful... it is all about choosing intentional words with meaning.

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I love this book for inspiring poem writing. What I love about this collection of poetry is how the writer brings so much creativity, life, and imagination to "everyday" occurrences. I think this is GREAT for inspiring poetry ideas.

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A collection of concrete poems (poems formed by one word that are in the SHAPE of the word!). I love doing concrete poems with students because the word acts as a tarting point. They are also fun to look at ;).

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A selection for your kids to expand their learning horizon. Informational books that get children EXCITED to learn via vibrant photographs and credible content.

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by Dominic Walliman (author) , Ben Newman (Illustrations)

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A collection of magical children's stories. Including imaginary beings, mythical creatures, and lands. Bring these little minds a piece of magic! Diverse farytales from around the world along with classic American tellings.

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The following books have been deemed "inappropriate for children".... do you recognize any of these titles? Did you enjoy these books? Do children not have the right to read with parental guidance?

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Here we have some great selections for teaching love an expectance! Anti-Racist, anti-bias, multi-cultural, acceptance of all kinds, and advocation for being your perfect self!

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Below is a collection of books perfect for students in the pre emergent literacy stage. These are fun and engaging to begin a love for reading (even before they enter a classroom!). Repetition, rhyming, board books, touch and feel, and much more:)

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By: Little Hippo Books

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Starting school can be a lot of things... scary, exciting, sadness about summer ending. Here are some FANTASTIC books too shake off those nerves, get excited, and welcome students to the classroom family!

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Here is a collection of my favorite childhood books. All of these had a lasting impact on me and grew my love for reading from the start. It was very nostalgic putting together this collection!

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Perfect for beginning readers. This collection is very fitting for children who are interested in books, but may not be able to read independently or need extra support to do so.