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25) The Girl Who Drank The Moon by Kelly Barnhill

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25) The Girl Who Drank The Moon by Kelly Barnhill

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This was my tenth chapter book. This is a book review for the Newberry Award winner The Girl Who Drank The Moon

I thought this book was so intense! From the cover, it didn't really look like something I' read but when you crack it open, there's no way you can put it down. It's beautifully written, and leaves you feeling kind of haunted and wanting more. I think it's perfect for middle school aged students, especially ones who like the fantasy genre. Definitely one of the best books I've read this semester.

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24) The Llama Had No Pajamas by Mary Ann Hoberman

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24) The Llama Had No Pajamas by Mary Ann Hoberman

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This is a poetry read aloud for the poetry genre book The Llama Had No Pajamas.

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23) Adelita: A Mexican Cinderella Story by Tommy dePaola

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23) Adelita: A Mexican Cinderella Story by Tommy dePaola

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This is a book review for the traditional tale genre book Adelita.

This book has the same plot as the traditional tale Cinderella. But I love this version, not only because it's beautifully written or because Cinderella is one of my favorite fairy tales, but because I feel that this story is more accessible to students with different ethnicities! This book is full of Mexican folk art, exquisite painting, and out of this world illustrations.

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This is a one-minute book talk for the autobiography Me... Jane.

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This is a letter to a friend for the post modern picture book Wolves.

Dear Chris,
I know you're always up for a challenge! Try and find the wolves hidden in this book while you play the perspective the little bunny! But watch out, the wolf is totally hungry! This clever little picture book will knock your socks off and send shivers down your spine! Good luck, don't get caught!

Love,
Alicia

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This is my ninth chapter book. This is a book recommendation for the realistic fiction genre book Crenshaw.

I absolutely adore this magical book that highlights friendship, resilience, and family. The book is about a boy names Jackson and how hard times have fallen on his family. Through the stress of it all Jackson has Crenshaw, a BIG imaginary cat that helps Jackson through the toughest of times. This book is so warm and quirky but at the same time shines a much needed light on the effects of hunger and vulnerability, which is somethings you don't see often in children's books. I think that everyone can learn from this book, not only students.

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This a book blog for the informational genre book Locomotive.

This book starts off with giving the historical back ground about the transcontinental railroad. In 1969, trains, crews and their families all travel together and in this book the pages comes alive with details of their trip. The book teaches the sounds, speed, and strength of the mighty locomotives; the work that keeps them moving; and the thrill of travel from plains to mountain to ocean.

Down below is a link to a website that has samples of the illustrations from the book, activities, helpful information, awards, and more!

https://thereadingjourney.weebly.com/book-blog/locomotive-by-brian-floca
Here's a link to a read-aloud of the book!
https://www.bing.com/videos/search?q=locomotive+by+brian+floca+activities&&view=detail&mid=975DE3AEBC3265DAE2CF975DE3AEBC3265DAE2CF&&FORM=VRDGAR

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18) Jellyfish Stew from The New Kid on the Block by James Stevenson

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18) Jellyfish Stew from The New Kid on the Block by James Stevenson

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This is a poetry read aloud from the poetry genre book The New Kid on The Block, a collection of poems.

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17) The Day the Crayons Quit by Drew Daywalt, Illustrated by Oliver Jeffers

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17) The Day the Crayons Quit by Drew Daywalt, Illustrated by Oliver Jeffers

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Infographic for the Bluebonnet Award winner The Day the Crayons Quit.

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Infographic for the Caldecott Award Winner This is Not My Hat.

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This is my eighth chapter book. This is a defining quote for the fantasy genre book Inkheart.

I've had this book for years and I've reread it a million times because I absolutely love it. Inkheart is actully the first book of a trilogy written by Cornelia Funke. This book is about Meggie and he father Mo who has the special ability to bring characters from book to life if he reads from them. But for anything that comes out of the book, something must also go in. When Meggie was 2 years old, Mo read from the book Inkheart. Unknowing of his ability at the time, Meggie's mother and their two cats went into the story and three main character from the book come out in their place. Although he tries and tried to get his wife out of the book, he fails every time. So he keeps Inkheart nearby.

“If you take a book with you on a journey, an odd thing happens: The book begins collecting your memories. And forever after you have only to open that book to be back where you first read it. It will all come into your mind with the very first words: the sights you saw in that place, what it smelled like, the ice cream you ate while you were reading it... yes, books are like flypaper—memories cling to the printed page better than anything else.”

I chose this quote because it summarizes the power of reading, with or without magic.

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14) One Crazy Summer by Rita Williams- Garcia 

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14) One Crazy Summer by Rita Williams- Garcia 

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This is my seventh chapter book. Book review for the historic fiction genre book One Crazy Summer.

This novel, that I recommend for middle school aged children, is a thought-provoking and fun story of three little girls that visit their mother in California. The relationship between the mother and her three daughters is pretty much non existent. Through the summer the three daughters do their best to gain their mothers love and also join Black Panthers Camp, where they begin fighting the injustices of false claims by the police. I think this book subtly touches on the challenges and changes American is facing without being too preachy. It's a great book, one that actually makes you think but also is light and airy.

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13) Bud, Not Buddy by Christopher Paul Curtis

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13) Bud, Not Buddy by Christopher Paul Curtis

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This is my sixth chapter book. This is a defining quote for the historic fiction genre book Bud, Not Buddy.

This book is about a sweet boy who, upon his mothers recent death, is placed with a foster family. Bud, Not Buddy tells the story of how Bud runs away from his foster home and sets out on a mission to find his father. All of the events in his life have forced him to grow up and miss part of his childhood. By the end of the book, Bud not only has found his grandfather but a happy ending with his grandfathers band playing the horn.

"There comes a time when you're losing a fight that it just doesn't make sense to keep on fighting. It's not that you're being a quitter, it's just that you've got the sense to know when enough is enough."

I chose this quote because I believe it goes to show what an amazing kid Bud is and that it is a good example of adult wisdom being passed on to a child. It shows how big of an influence a good parent can be.

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12) Los Gatos Black on Halloween by Marisa Montez, Illustrated by Yuyi Morales

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12) Los Gatos Black on Halloween by Marisa Montez, Illustrated by Yuyi Morales

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This is book blog for the Pura-Belpre Award Winner, Los Gatos Black.

This bilingual Halloween poem will introduce your students to a ghostly array of Spanish words that will open their 'ojos' to the spooky depths of the Halloween season! It's perfect for any teacher wanting to incorporate some basic Spanish words into their lessons for thier students!!

Down bellow you will find a link to a website that has information about the author and illustrator, possible lesson plans, and online book readings.

https://www.teachingbooks.net/tb.cgi?tid=9685

https://www.bing.com/videos/search?q=los+gatos+black+on+halloween&&view=detail&mid=4D2AA8A66BA78F51BAF34D2AA8A66BA78F51BAF3&&FORM=VRDGAR

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11) The Graveyard Book by Neil Gaiman, Illustrated by Dave McKean

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11) The Graveyard Book by Neil Gaiman, Illustrated by Dave McKean

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This is my fifth chapter book. It is a book review for the Newberry Award winner The Graveyard Book.

This was honestly one of my favorite books I found for this assignment. It's definitely the type of book that I would've looked for when I was in middle school or early high school. It's about a toddler who wonders into a graveyard after the murder of his family by a man named Jack, only to be found by supernatural occupants of the graveyard. They decide to raise him and besides the fact that he was raised in a graveyard, is a pretty normal kid named Nobody "Bod" Owens. Because Jack still wants to hurt Bod, Bod has to have a bodyguard, Silas. The book ends with Bod leaving the Graveyard and going and making a life for himself. I love this book, it's spooky and haunting. Personally. I love books that have a supernatural aspect to them so I couldn't put this book down. It's wonderfully written and beautifully illustrated.

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This is my fourth chapter book. Book Review for the Bluebonnet Award winner Roller Girl

Roller girl is about a middle schooler named Astrid and her passion for roller derby. At the beginning of the summer, Astrid and her best friend, Nicole, go their separate ways because they're both going to different camps. This is very hard for Astrid because she usually does everything with Nicole and doesn't really know who she is without her best friend by her side. Although being without Nicole is hard, Astrid is finally figuring out who she is as an individual at roller derby camp. The book would be great, in my opinion, for any middle school aged student struggling to figure out who they really are, trying to find their identity. It's a beautiful coming-of-age story about friendship, perseverance, and GIRL POWER!

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9) Finding Winnie: The True Story of the Worlds Most Famous Bear by Lindsay Mattick, Illustrated by Sophie Blackall

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9) Finding Winnie: The True Story of the Worlds Most Famous Bear by Lindsay Mattick, Illustrated by Sophie Blackall

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Book recommendation for the Caldecott Award winner Finding Winnie.

This book is the true story of how Winnie-the-pooh came to be. The story begins with a veterinarian named Harry Colebourn who stumbles across a little bear on his way to tend to horses during WW1. Following his heart, he rescues the bear, names her Winnie, and brings her on his journey to war. Harry Colebourn's real life grand daughter tells the true story of a remarkable friendship and journey and how the amazing story of Winnie-the pooh all began. I highly recommend this book for any classroom because honestly, who doesn't love Winnie-the-pooh! The children will love tracking Winnie's adventure from the fields of Canada, to an Army base in England, and finally to a London Zoo!

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This is my third chapter book. Character map for the banned book The Hunger Games.

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Book blog post for the informational genre book Grand Canyon.

This book follows a father and daughter as they hike through this massive canyon and discover the different species of animals and plants that live within it. This book is jammed packed with information and would be great for any 2nd through 7th grade classrooms!
For more information about this wonderfully written and illustrated book just follow the links below!
I'm also going to leave a picture book analysis paper that I've written.

https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=4dt77y2eIpk

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This is my second chapter. It is a 1- minute book talk for the realistic fiction genre book The Crossover.

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5) The Last Kids on Earth by Max Brallier, Illustrated by Douglas Holgate

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5) The Last Kids on Earth by Max Brallier, Illustrated by Douglas Holgate

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This is my first chapter book. Story map for the Graphic novel The Last Kids on Earth.

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1- Minute Book Talk for the fantasy genre book Rabbit Magic.

My audio wouldn’t work plus the illustration in this book is very adorable so I had to share!

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3) The Tale of You Hopping into Life by Beatrix Potter

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3) The Tale of You Hopping into Life by Beatrix Potter

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Letter to a friend for the traditional tale The Tale of You Hopping into Life.

Dear Santana,
This book is an inspirational guide to life that is based off "The Tale of Peter Rabbit" by Beatrix Potter. When you were still in my tummy, I would read this book to you every night in hopes that one day, I'd be able to pass it onto you when you graduated. I wanted you know that no matter where you were or how hard life had gotten, you'd always have a home with me and that I'd always love you. I know that you're watching over me now and I hope you remember the words of this book. I love you baby Santana.

With all the love in the world,
Momma.

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2) Last Stop On Market Street by Matt De La Pena, Illustrated Christian Robinson

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2) Last Stop On Market Street by Matt De La Pena, Illustrated Christian Robinson

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Book Recommendation for the Coretta Scott-King Award Winner Last Stop On Market Street.

This one of my favorite children's book. I've actually met the author, Matt De La Pena, when he came to read this book for my class of 4 year old's at the preschool I used to work at. This highly awarded children's book teaches the importance of appreciating the things around you, no matter how small. This story follows a young boy, CJ, and his Nana who get on a bus every Sunday after church. While on the bus, CJ questions why he can't go home after church like his friends and why they take the bus instead of getting a car. By taking the bus, he learns to appreciate what he has and realizes that he's glad that he and his grandma get off on Market street because that's where they volunteer at a soup kitchen together. At the end of this story, CJ learns from his grandma that there is beauty everywhere and in everything.

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1) Step Right Up: How Doc and Jim Key Taught the World About Kindness by Donna Janell Bowman, Illustrated by Daniel Minter

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1) Step Right Up: How Doc and Jim Key Taught the World About Kindness by Donna Janell Bowman, Illustrated by Daniel Minter

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Defining Quote for the biography Step Right Up.

"It is hoped that those who have met Jim Key will have carried away with them a kinder regard toward animals and will go forth resolved to whatever may be in their power for the care of our... friends." pg 43

To me, this quote isn't just about being kind towards animals but towards everyone and everything. I think it's important to do something kind at least once a day. Doing so can make a world of difference in someone's life, whether it's big or small, with words or actions. These actions/words can be contagious and are a reflection of who we are as people. With enough kindness, we can make the world a better place. I've always told people that I wanted to teach my future students all about kindness, not just curriculum. This quote, along with the book itself, sums up what I want my students to take from me as an educator and I think that should be a goal for every person in a position to influence others.

THE KINDNESS PLEDGE

"I promise to STEP RIGHT UP and choose kindness. I will respect the needs and feelings of others, including furry, feathered, and finned friends. I will share kind words, do good deeds, and help those in need -- because kindness can change the world." Back of the book