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These are books about all different kinds of animals!
My students really love reading about animals, from dogs and bunnies to lizards and alligators!

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Books that are part of a series. Some of them should be read in order, others are just part of a collection. 

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Books that are part of a series. Some of them should be read in order, others are just part of a collection. 

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This category includes books that I really adored as a child and can remember 10 years later!

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This category includes books that I really adored as a child and can remember 10 years later!

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Pinkalicious by Victoria and Elizabeth Kann

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Pinkalicious by Victoria and Elizabeth Kann

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This was one of my all time favorite books from my childhood! It was super memorable to me, I had all of the different books such as purpalicious and goldalicious!

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Amazon.com: Pinkalicious: 9780060776398: Victoria Kann, Elizabeth Kann, Victoria Kann: Books

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I really loved this book growing up. I think it was the idea that eggs and ham shouldn’t be green, so I thought that it was really silly. I was told that I could tell my mom most of the words from memory, but I didn’t quite know where the actual words on the pages.

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Amazon.com: Green Eggs and Ham: 0079808800167: Dr.Seuss: Books

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Where the Sidewalk Ends Special Edition with 12 Extra Poems: Poems and Drawings

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Where The Sidewalk Ends by Shel Silverstein

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Where The Sidewalk Ends by Shel Silverstein

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Where the Sidewalk Ends Special Edition with 12 Extra Poems: Poems and Drawings

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Shel Silverstein, the New York Times bestselling author of The Giving Tree, A Light in the Attic, Falling Up, and Every Thing On It, has created a poetry collection that is outrageously funny and deeply profound. Come in...for where the sidewalk ends, Shel Silverstein's world begins. This special...

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Rainbow Fish Board Book, The [Pfister, Marcus] on Amazon.com. *FREE* shipping on qualifying offers. Rainbow Fish Board Book, The

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Tikki Tikki Tembo Retold by Arlene Mosel and illustrated by Blair Lent

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Tikki Tikki Tembo Retold by Arlene Mosel and illustrated by Blair Lent

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Tikki Tikki Tembo [Mosel, Arlene] on Amazon.com. *FREE* shipping on qualifying offers. Tikki Tikki Tembo

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If You Give a Mouse a Cookie by Laura Numeroff illustrated by Felicia Bond

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If You Give a Mouse a Cookie by Laura Numeroff illustrated by Felicia Bond

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If a hungry little mouse shows up on your doorstep, you might want to give him a cookie. And if you give him a cookie, he'll ask for a glass of milk. He'll want to look in a mirror to make sure he doesn't have a milk mustache, and then he'll ask for a pair of scissors to give himself a trim....

This book is a great first introduction to Mouse, the star of the If You Give... series and a perennial favorite among children. With its spare, rhythmic text and circular tale, If You Give a Mouse a Cookie is perfect for beginning readers and story time. Sure to inspire giggles and requests to "read it again!"

The award-winning If You Give a Mouse a Cookie , one of the most beloved children's books of all time, is from the #1 New York Times bestselling team Laura Numeroff and Felicia Bond. Other favorites in this series include:

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If You Give a Mouse a Cookie [Numeroff, Laura, Bond, Felicia] on Amazon.com. *FREE* shipping on qualifying offers. If You Give a Mouse a Cookie

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This category is full of books that have been banned or challenge. Many of which were some of my childhood favorites.

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Challenged for being too disturbing for middle age readers.

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Coraline [Gaiman, Neil, McKean, Dave] on Amazon.com. *FREE* shipping on qualifying offers. Coraline

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Junie B. Jones's First Boxed Set Ever! (Books 1-4)

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Junie B. Jones First Boxed Set Ever! By Barbara Park

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Junie B. Jones First Boxed Set Ever! By Barbara Park

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This is just the first 4 books, however the whole series has been challenged and banned. They have been banned and challenged for the characters poor socia values, bad spelling, and grammar.

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Junie B. Jones's First Boxed Set Ever! (Books 1-4)

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Amazon.com: Junie B. Jones's First Boxed Set Ever! (Books 1-4): 8580001048093: Park, Barbara, Brunkus, Denise: Books

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Whinnie The Pooh by A.A. Milne and illustrated by E.H. Shepard

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Whinnie The Pooh by A.A. Milne and illustrated by E.H. Shepard

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Banned because a talking pig can be seen as offensive towards certain religions.

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A fully revitalized edition of the 1926 classic, featuring full-color versions of the original illustrations by E.H. Shepherd. Winnie the Pooh has enchanted readers of all ages for nearly one hundred years with its relatable, heartwarming adventures that follow the famously friendly and lovable teddy bear. In this classic collection, Winnie navigates the Hundred Acre Wood with Christopher Robin, Eeyore, Piglet, Owl, and Rabbit, learning the true meaning of friendship and the value of accepting everyone exactly as they are.

Now you can own the original 1926 classic by A. A. Milne with all of the illustrations fully colorized by Diego Jourdan Pereira, which bring new life to these time-honored and beloved tales.

This beautiful edition is great for bedtime or any time, and is the perfect addition to any bookshelf for readers both young and old.

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Winnie the Pooh: The Classic Edition [Milne, A. A., Shepard, E. H., Pereira, Diego Jourdan] on Amazon.com. *FREE* shipping on qualifying offers. Winnie the Pooh: The Classic Edition

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Banned in some instances because it is considere wrong for animals to be talking. Also banned because the spiders death is seen as inappropriate for children.

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Charlotte's Web [White, E. B, Williams, Garth] on Amazon.com. *FREE* shipping on qualifying offers. Charlotte's Web

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Banned because it was seen as sexist, the female tree is constantly giving to the boy who never gives in return.

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The Librarian of Basra: A True Story from Iraq

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The Librarian of Basra: A True Story from Iraq by Jeanette Winter

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The Librarian of Basra: A True Story from Iraq by Jeanette Winter

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This picture book was challenged for promoting a non-christian religion, and again challenged for being too violent for children.

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The Librarian of Basra: A True Story from Iraq

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Alia Muhammad Baker's library in Basra, Iraq, has been a meeting place for those who love books for the past fourteen years. Now war has come, and Alia fears that the library-along with the thirty thousand books within it-will be destroyed forever. In this incredible t...

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This is to celebrate many great books which have received awards so show their significance. 

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This is to celebrate many great books which have received awards so show their significance. 

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However, books that have no award are not any less significant than those that have awards.

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The Graveyard Book by Neil Gaiman illustrated by Dave McKean 

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The Graveyard Book by Neil Gaiman illustrated by Dave McKean 

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The Graveyard Book also received a Newbery medal in 2009

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Books for children ages 1-5, before formal schooling. These are books for new readers.

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Books for children ages 1-5, before formal schooling. These are books for new readers.

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Children in this age group might not really understand that these books contain stories, but they enjoy looking at the books and can pretend they are reading.

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The llama llama books are a series of books which contain lots of rhyming and repetition which helps with phonological awareness. It allows for the child to make connections with the books with the feelings.

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Chicka Chicka Boom Boom by Bill Martian Jr and John Archambault, illustrated by Lois Ehlert

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Chicka Chicka Boom Boom by Bill Martian Jr and John Archambault, illustrated by Lois Ehlert

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Showcases the alphabet

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Amazon.com: Chicka Chicka Boom Boom (Board Book): 9781442450707: Bill Martin Jr., John Archambault, Lois Ehlert: Books

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Read aloud is the books that I have heard throughout my different classes during this first semester in the college of education program. 

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Read aloud is the books that I have heard throughout my different classes during this first semester in the college of education program. 

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THE INCREDIBLE BOOK EATING BOY | Story Train Read aloud for kids | bedtime story | children books

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The Incredible Book Eating Boy by Oliver Jeffers

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The Incredible Book Eating Boy by Oliver Jeffers

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THE INCREDIBLE BOOK EATING BOY | Story Train Read aloud for kids | bedtime story | children books

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Red: A Crayon’s Story written and illustrated by Michael Hall

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Red: A Crayon’s Story written and illustrated by Michael Hall

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Fresh and meaningful take on the old axiom "be yourself." Read Common Sense Media's Red: A Crayon's Story review, age rating, and parents guide.

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I Want My Hat Back written and illustrated by Jon Klassen

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I Want My Hat Back written and illustrated by Jon Klassen

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Last Stop on Market Street by Matt de la Peña and illustrated by Christian Robinson

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Last Stop on Market Street by Matt de la Peña and illustrated by Christian Robinson

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This book recieved a Newbery Medal in 2016.

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Last Stop on Market Street [de la Peña, Matt, Robinson, Christian] on Amazon.com. *FREE* shipping on qualifying offers. Last Stop on Market Street

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Shy Charles book. Read 41 reviews from the world's largest community for readers. Charles is a mouse of few words. He doesn't like to talk, and he's perf...

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The Miraculous Journey of Edward Tulane   |   Audiobook

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The Miraculous Journey of Edward Toulane written by Kate DiCamillo and illustrated by Bagram Ibatoulline

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The Miraculous Journey of Edward Toulane written by Kate DiCamillo and illustrated by Bagram Ibatoulline

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This book won the 2006 Boston Globe-Horn Book Award for children’s fiction, as well as a Parents’ Choice Award.

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The Miraculous Journey of Edward Tulane   |   Audiobook

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The Tale of Despereaux: Being the Story of a Mouse, a Princess, Some Soup, and a Spool of Thread

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The Tale of Despereaux by Kate DiCamillo illustrated by Timothy Basil Ering

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The Tale of Despereaux by Kate DiCamillo illustrated by Timothy Basil Ering

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The Tale of Despereauz won both the John Newbery Medal in 2004, as well as the Dorothy Canfield Fisher Children’s Book Award in 2005

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The Tale of Despereaux: Being the Story of a Mouse, a Princess, Some Soup, and a Spool of Thread

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The Tale of Despereaux: Being the Story of a Mouse, a Princess, Some Soup, and a Spool of Thread [DiCamillo, Kate, Ering, Timothy Basil] on Amazon.com. *FREE* shipping on qualifying offers. The Tale of Despereaux: Being the Story of a Mouse, a Princess, Some Soup, and a Spool of Thread

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In 1998 Ella Enchanted won the John Newbery Medal, and in 1999 it received the Dorothy Canfield Fisher Children's Book Award.

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I wrote it because I love fairy tales and I'd just read Beauty by Robin McKinley, which I admired enormously. (You should read it if you haven't already.)

I was starting a new writing class and needed an idea, so I thought maybe I could expand a fairy tale too. "Cinderella" is such an important tale, it's the first one I thought of. But when I considered it, I realized I didn't like Cinderella or understand her. She's so disgustingly good! And why does she take orders from her horrible stepmother and stepsisters?

It's hard to write a book about a character who annoys and puzzles you. I was in trouble until I thought of the curse of obedience. Then I got it. Ella has to do as she's told, and she takes revenge whenever she can.

While I was writing, the curse was an explanation and the problem that set the whole story going. I realized only later that I'd created a message for me. When I'm pressured to do something, I tend to knuckle under. Instead, I should be figuring out what's best and what I want. Then I should act on my assessment, even if people are disappointed or angry.

I'm still working on it, many years after I wrote the book.

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I wrote it because I love fairy tales and I'd just read Beauty by Robin McKinley, which I admired enormously. (You should read it if you haven't already.) I was starting a new writing class and needed an idea, so I thought maybe I could expand a fairy tale too.

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The Very Hungry Caterpillar - Read aloud children's book with sound effects and music!

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The Hungry Caterpillar written and illustrated by Eric Carle 

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The Hungry Caterpillar written and illustrated by Eric Carle 

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Sing and Read Storybook: Five Green and Speckled Frogs

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Five Green and Speckled Frogs by Constanza Basaluzzo

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Five Green and Speckled Frogs by Constanza Basaluzzo

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This story teaches children counting skills and with the singing aspect it helps students to remember the words and story.

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Sing and Read Storybook: Five Green and Speckled Frogs

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Just looking at these silly frogs, with their long pink tongues snapping after flies, inspires giggles. One wears glasses and reads a book, another smells the flowers, a third plays the guitar - but one by one, they all jump into the pond to cool off.

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Five Little Monkeys Jumping on the Bed (A Five Little Monkeys Story)

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Five Little Monkeys Jumping on the Bed written and illustrated by Eileen Christelow

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Five Little Monkeys Jumping on the Bed written and illustrated by Eileen Christelow

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Teaches children self-care and safety skills, as well as counting skills.

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Condition: Pre-owned: Good

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Five Little Monkeys Jumping on the Bed (A Five Little Monkeys Story)

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As soon as they say good night to Mama, the five little monkeys start to jump on their bed. But trouble lies ahead as, one by one, they fall off and hurt themselves.

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Don't Let the Pigeon Drive the Bus Read Aloud

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Don’t Let the Pigeon Drive the Bus! Written and illustrated by Mo Willems 

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Don’t Let the Pigeon Drive the Bus! Written and illustrated by Mo Willems 

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Teaches children responsibility and value of punishment. Also an amazing emergent reader book for students to read on their own!

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Don't Let the Pigeon Drive the Bus | Read Aloud by Reading Pioneers Academy

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The Little Old Lady Who Wasn’t Afraid of Anything by Linda Williams illustrated by Megan Lloyd 

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The Little Old Lady Who Wasn’t Afraid of Anything by Linda Williams illustrated by Megan Lloyd 

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There is a lot of repetition that occurs in the book which helps the children understand the book.

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Alice the Fairy by David Shannon: Kids books read aloud by Books with Blue

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Alice the Fairy by David Shannon: Kids books read aloud by Books with Blue

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Children’s Books Read Aloud:  ALEXANDER & THE TERRIBLE HORRIBLE NO GOOD VERY BAD DAY Judith Viorst

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Alexander and the Terrible, Horrible, No Good ,Very Bad Day written by Judith Viorst illustrated by Ray Cruz

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Alexander and the Terrible, Horrible, No Good ,Very Bad Day written by Judith Viorst illustrated by Ray Cruz

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Children’s Books Read Aloud:  ALEXANDER & THE TERRIBLE HORRIBLE NO GOOD VERY BAD DAY Judith Viorst

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Banned for sexual situations and depictions of death.

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Amazon.com: The Giver: 9780786271535: Lowry, Lois: Books

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Banned in a Texas elementary school for including the word “ass”.

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Goodreads is not a filesharing website. You can't read books here, you can review them. If you want to read the book, buy it, or borrow it from the liGoodreads is not a filesharing website. You can't read books here, you can review them. If you want to read the book, buy it, or borrow it from the library. Or even find a friend and borrow their copy. Orinoco Womble (tidy bag and all)...more (less)

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Walter the Farting Dog - Read Aloud Children's Book

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Walter the Farting Dog by William Kotzwinkle et al. Illustrated by Audrey Calman 

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Walter the Farting Dog by William Kotzwinkle et al. Illustrated by Audrey Calman 

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Challenged for using the words “fart” and “farting” 24 times.

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Walter the Farting Dog - Read Aloud Children's Book

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And Tango Makes Three | Read Aloud Books for Children

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And Tango Makes Three written by Justin Richardson and Peter Parnell, illustrated by Henry Cole

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And Tango Makes Three written by Justin Richardson and Peter Parnell, illustrated by Henry Cole

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Challenged for having homosexual overtones. Individuals say that the book should be placed in a section for “alternative or non-traditional families”.

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And Tango Makes Three | Read Aloud Books for Children

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The Dot written and illustrated by Peter H. Reynolds

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The Dot written and illustrated by Peter H. Reynolds

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Received the Oppenheim Platinum Toy Award, Boarders Books’ Original Voices Award, and the Christopher Medal, as well as the ALA Carnegie Medal

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Caldecott Medal

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There’s a Wocket in my Pocket by Dr. Seuss

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There’s a Wocket in my Pocket by Dr. Seuss

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THERE’S A WOCKET IN MY POCKET By Dr. Seuss (StoryTime With Shelby) 📚

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Books for children typically between ages 4-6

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Books for children typically between ages 4-6

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New readers that know some sound/spellings, or a few words. They understand that writing conveys a message, but aren’t completely able to read yet.

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Alma and How She Got Her Name (English) Read-Aloud

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Alma and How She Got Her Name by Juana Martinez-Neal

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Alma and How She Got Her Name by Juana Martinez-Neal

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Alma and How She Got Her Name (English) Read-Aloud

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What Do You Do With an Idea? Written by Kobe Yamada and illustrated by Mae Besom

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What Do You Do With an Idea? Written by Kobe Yamada and illustrated by Mae Besom

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Received the Gold Independent Publisher Book Award and is a New York Times Best Seller

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📚What Do You Do With An Idea? // A READ ALOUD

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A Library of Congress Children’s Book of the Year, A New York Times Best Illustrated Book of the Year, A Caldecott Honor Book, A School Library Journal Best Book of the Year

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This storybook is something I will never read to anyone.

The concept: Don't lift a finger and be lazy and enjoy the hard work of others.

The mouse family. Everyone worked hard for the upcoming winter except Frederick.

When the rest asked Frederick when he was doing nothing:

1. Other mice members: Frederick, why don't you work?

Frederick: I do work. I gather sun rays for the cold dark winter days.

2. When Frederick just kept on sitting:

Other mice members: And now, Frederick?

Frederick: I gather colors...more

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This storybook is something I will never read to anyone. The concept: Don't lift a finger and be lazy and enjoy the hard work of others. The mouse family. Everyone worked hard for the upcoming winter except Frederick. When the rest asked Frederick when he was doing nothing: 1.

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I Talk Like a River by Jordan Scott and Sydney Smith

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I Talk Like a River by Jordan Scott and Sydney Smith

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Schneider Family Book Award, and The New York Times Notable Children’s Book

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I Talk Like a River by by Jordan Scott; illustrated by Sydney Smith | Penguin Random House Canada

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Winner of the Schneider Family Book AwardBoston Globe-Horn Book Award Winner What if words got stuck in the back of your mouth whenever you tried to speak?

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The Undefeated by Kwame Alexander and Kadir Nelson

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The Undefeated by Kwame Alexander and Kadir Nelson

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Corveta Scott King Award, The Caldecott Medal, and Newbery Honor Book

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Want to learn the ideas in The Undefeated better than ever? Read the world's #1 book summary of The Undefeated by Kwame Alexander, Kadir Nelson here.

Read a brief 1-Page Summary or watch video summaries curated by our expert team. Note: this book guide is not affiliated with or endorsed by the publisher or author, and we always encourage you to purchase and read the full book.

We've scoured the Internet for the very best videos on The Undefeated, from high-quality videos summaries to interviews or commentary by Kwame Alexander, Kadir Nelson.

Overall Summary

The Undefeated is a non-fiction history book written in verse for children. It tells the true stories of prominent African Americans who played a pivotal role in American history and beyond. The book includes many illustrations by Kadir Nelson, which he painted himself, as well as an index of historical figures and events that young readers can explore while reading the book.

The Undefeated is a book that looks at the history of African Americans and how they have been able to make their way in society despite many obstacles. The book highlights several historical figures whose stories are not well known, but who paved the way for others to succeed.

The author began writing this book in 2008, when his second child was born and the year that Barack Obama became president. He wanted to explore African American history but focus on a specific part of it-the incredible feats that led America from a nation trading in black bodies to a nation run by an African American president.

The Undefeated is a documentary about the history of black people in America. It features many common figures, such as Martin Luther King Jr., Malcolm X and Harriet Tubman. The film also looks at other important figures, including Gwendolyn Brooks, Langston Hughes and others who influenced young artists.

Alexander also mentions some less well-known names in his poem. He honors the people who worked hard and lived as neighbors, radicals, activists, or other unnamed heroes during the Civil Rights Era and beyond. He also talks about police violence in today's society by creating a memorial for Sandra Bland and Michael Brown among others lost to police violence.

The soul of this book is the duality between violence and resilience. It covers many historical events, such as slavery in America, segregation, lynching, and much more. However, it also covers how African Americans fought back against these atrocities to create a better world for themselves and their families. The author credits those who protested peacefully for the changes that have occurred today. He also praises those who were able to own property or run businesses despite all odds stacked against them by society at large.

In the Afterword of The Undefeated, Alexander reminds young readers that they matter and encourages them to keep moving forward.

Kwame Alexander is a writer who writes books in verse about young boys playing sports. He has won awards for his work, and many of his books have been featured on lists of the best books. Kadir Nelson is an artist whose paintings are centered on African American culture. His work has appeared in The New York Times and albums such as Drake's Thank Me Later.

The Undefeated Book Summary, by Kwame Alexander, Kadir Nelson

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Drop: An Adventure through the Water Cycle by Emily Kate Moon

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Drop: An Adventure through the Water Cycle by Emily Kate Moon

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Great for science lessons!

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Drop: An Adventure through the Water Cycle

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Drop: An Adventure through the Water Cycle [Moon, Emily Kate] on Amazon.com. *FREE* shipping on qualifying offers. Drop: An Adventure through the Water Cycle

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Pete the Cat: Rocking in My School Shoes

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Pete the Cat Rocking in My School Shoes by Eric Litwin illustrated by James Dean 

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Any Pete The Cat book is great for emergent readers because of its repetition and use of words that most early readers know.

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Goodnight moon by Margaret Wise Brown.  Grandma Annii's Storytime

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Goodnight moon by Margaret Wise Brown.  Grandma Annii's Storytime

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Alphablock By Christopher Franceschelli, illustrated by Peskimo

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Alphablock By Christopher Franceschelli, illustrated by Peskimo

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Amazon.com: Alphablock (An Abrams Block Book): 9781419709364: Franceschelli, Christopher, Peski Studio: Books

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If You Give a Mouse a Cookie (Hardcover) by Laura Numeroff

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If You Give a Mouse a Cookie written by Laura Numeroff illustrated by Felicia Bond

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If You Give a Mouse a Cookie written by Laura Numeroff illustrated by Felicia Bond

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"If you give a mouse a cookie, he's going to ask for a glass of milk. When you give him the milk, he'll probably ask you for a straw. . . ". So begins this delightful story about an energetic mouse and an accommodating little boy. Full-color illustrations.
Book Synopsis If a hungry little mouse shows up on your doorstep, you might want to give him a cookie. And if you give him a cookie, he'll ask for a glass of milk. He'll want to look in a mirror to make sure he doesn't have a milk mustache, and then he'll ask for a pair of scissors to give himself a trim....
This book is a great first introduction to Mouse, the star of the If You Give... series and a perennial favorite among children. With its spare, rhythmic text and circular tale, If You Give a Mouse a Cookie is perfect for beginning readers and story time. Sure to inspire giggles and requests to read it again!

The award-winning If You Give a Mouse a Cookie, one of the most beloved children's books of all time, is from the #1 New York Times bestselling team Laura Numeroff and Felicia Bond. Other favorites in this series include:
From the Back Cover
If a hungry little traveler shows up at your house, you might want to give him a cookie. If you give him a cookie, he's going to ask for a glass of milk. He'll want to look in a mirror to make sure he doesn't have a milk mustache, and then he'll ask for a pair of scissors to give himself a trim....

The consequences of giving a cookie to this energetic mouse run the young host ragged, but young readers will come away smiling at the antics that tumble like dominoes through the pages of this delightful picture book.
Review Quotes
"The rhythmic text and circular logic of the award-winning If You Give series makes this a favorite for kids and grown-ups alike."--Brightly "A light confection as suited for use in preschool story hours for beginning readers."--SLJ.

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If You Give a Mouse a Cookie (Hardcover) by Laura Numeroff

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"If you give a mouse a cookie, he's going to ask for a glass of milk. When you give him the milk, he'll probably ask you for a straw. . . ". So begins this delightful story about an energetic mouse and an accommodating little boy. Full-color illustrations.

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The Day the Crayons Quit - Teaching Children Philosophy - Prindle Institute

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The Day the Crayons Quit by Drew Daywalt

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The Day the Crayons Quit by Drew Daywalt

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The Day the Crayons Quit - Teaching Children Philosophy - Prindle Institute

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A Teaching Children Philosophy book module for The Day the Crayons Quit that introduces the conflict between obligation and self-interest.

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Where the Wild Things Are by Maurice Sendak

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Where the Wild Things Are by Maurice Sendak

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The Tale of Peter Rabbit by Beatrix Potter

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The Tale of Peter Rabbit by Beatrix Potter

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"Now run along, and don't get into mischief," Mrs.. Rabbit tells her bunnies. But frisky Peter runs straight to Mr.. McGregor's tasty garden and sneaks under the gate! This beloved classic is once again available in an 8x8 Reading Railroad, now with beautifully remastered artwork.

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Chrysanthemum: A First Day of School Book for Kids

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Chrysanthemum: A First Day of School Book for Kids

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The True Story of the 3 Little Pigs by Jon Scieczka

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The True Story of the 3 Little Pigs by Jon Scieczka

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Fun twist on the traditional three little pigs story!

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Parr's bestselling books have reminded kids to embrace differences, to be thankful, to love one another, and to be themselves. This follow-up to It's Okay to Be Different embraces life's happy accidents, the mistakes, and mess-ups that can lead to self discovery.

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Miss Nelson Is Missing! By Harry Allard illustrated by James Marshall

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Miss Nelson Is Missing! By Harry Allard illustrated by James Marshall

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Childrens poetry books which are great to use during poetry lessons or any time throughout the school year!

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Childrens poetry books which are great to use during poetry lessons or any time throughout the school year!

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Wet Cement A Mix of Concrete Poems by Bob Raczka 

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Wet Cement A Mix of Concrete Poems by Bob Raczka 

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Who says words need to be concrete? This collection shapes poems in surprising and delightful ways.

Concrete poetry is a perennially popular poetic form because they are fun to look at. But by using the arrangement of the words on the page to convey the meaning of the poem, concrete or shape poems are also easy to write! From the author of the incredibly inventive Lemonade: And Other Poems Squeezed from a Single Word comes another clever collection that shows kids how to look at words and poetry in a whole new way.

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Who says words need to be concrete? This collection shapes poems in surprising and delightful ways. Concrete poetry is a perennially popular poetic form because they are fun to look at. But by using the arrangement of the words on the page to convey the meaning of the poem, concrete or shape poems are also easy to write!

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Here's A Little Poem: A Very First Book of Poetry

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Here’s a Little Poem by Jane Yolen and Andrew Fusek Peters, illustrated by Polly Dunbar

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Here’s a Little Poem by Jane Yolen and Andrew Fusek Peters, illustrated by Polly Dunbar

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CuddlePot Bootcamp - Our Homeschool Journey

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Here's A Little Poem: A Very First Book of Poetry

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All the Small Poems and Fourteen More by Valerie Worth, illustrated by Natalie Babbitt

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All the Small Poems and Fourteen More by Valerie Worth, illustrated by Natalie Babbitt

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All the Small Poems and Fourteen More [Worth, Valerie, Babbitt, Natalie] on Amazon.com. *FREE* shipping on qualifying offers. All the Small Poems and Fourteen More

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Poem in Your Pocket for Young Poets: Library Edition--nonperforated pages|Hardcover

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Poem In Your Pocket For Young Poets by Bruno Navasky

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Poem In Your Pocket For Young Poets by Bruno Navasky

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Poem in Your Pocket for Young Poets gives readers one hundred poems to read, be inspired by, and share with family and friends.

Published in association with the Academy of American Poets, this book is presented in an innovative format and includes one hundred poems cleverly organized by theme (food, feelings, play, animals, and more). The collection contains classic children's poems by Emily Dickenson and many others, as well as poems by today's most popular poets, from poet laureate Kay Ryan to Naomi Shihab Nye. Foster the love of poetry during National Poetry Month, on Poem in Your Pocket Day, or in the classroom any day of the school year.

Look for the Poem in Your Pocket for Young Poets edition with perforated pages (978-0-8109-9142-2) so kids can rip out and carry the poems with them or share them with friends.

There's also a version with perforated pages available for adults titled Poem in Your Pocket: 200 Poems to Read and Carry

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Poem in Your Pocket for Young Poets gives readers one hundred poems to read, be inspired by, and share with family and friends. Published in association with the Academy of American Poets, this book is presented in an innovative format and includes one hundred poems cleverly...

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This Poem Is a Nest by Irene Latham: 9781684373635 | PenguinRandomHouse.com: Books

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This Poem Is a Nest by Irene Latham illustrated by Johanna Wright

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This Poem Is a Nest by Irene Latham illustrated by Johanna Wright

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★ "Each nestling [poem] is a warm, accessible, bite-size poem. Some are playful and some are profound. Young writers will be motivated to find their own nestlings and to think deeply about the power of words. Wright's soft illustrations are gentle, and the ink washes create a lush, dreamy feel. A beautiful, emotional, and incredibly creative poetry book that inspires reflection, dreaming, and writing. A must for libraries and schools." -School Library Journal, starred review

★ "A gifted poet demonstrates the remarkable versatility of words through one kind of found poetry. '[N]ested' poems are hidden inside larger poems like nesting dolls. These short poems cover simple themes, such as colors, days, seasons, and animals, as well as more complex ones. The invitations to think metaphorically and to discover poetry that might be right at hand are friendly and clear... The repetition of words becomes an echo of a familiar melody running throughout the collection as they become the molecules of new poems and become fresh again. Wright's art in full-page section-introducing illustrations, along with spot illustration and margin art, gives a warm and lighthearted dimension to the pages. Delightful. " -Kirkus Reviews, starred review

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★ "Each nestling [poem] is a warm, accessible, bite-size poem. Some are playful and some are profound. Young writers will be motivated to find their own nestlings and to think deeply about the power of words. Wright's soft illustrations are gentle, and the ink washes create a lush, dreamy feel.

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I’ve Lost My Hippopotamus by Jack Prelutsky

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I’ve Lost My Hippopotamus by Jack Prelutsky

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A Light In the Attic by Shel Silverstein

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A Light In the Attic by Shel Silverstein

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From New York Times bestselling author Shel Silverstein, the creator of the beloved poetry collections Where the Sidewalk Ends, Falling Up, and Every Thing On It, comes an imaginative book of poems and drawings-a favorite of Shel Silverstein fans young and old.
A Light in the Attic delights with remarkable characters and hilariously profound poems in a collection readers will return to again and again.

Here in the attic you will find Backward Bill, Sour Face Ann, the Meehoo with an Exactlywatt, and the Polar Bear in the Frigidaire. You will talk with Broiled Face, and find out what happens when Somebody steals your knees, you get caught by the Quick-Digesting Gink, a Mountain snores, and They Put a Brassiere on the Camel.

Come on up to the attic of Shel Silverstein and let the light bring you home.

And don't miss The Giving Tree and Where the Sidewalk End s by Shel Silverstein, also available as ebooks!

Discover all Special Editions!

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b&w From New York Times bestselling author Shel Silverstein, the creator of the beloved poetry collections Where the Sidewalk Ends, Falling Up, and Every Thing On It, comes an imaginative book of poems and drawings-a favorite of Shel Silverstein fans young and old.

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Storytime Snacks: When Green Becomes Tomatoes - Poems for ALL Season by Julie Fogliano

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When Green Becomes Tomatoes Poems for All Seasons by Julie Fogliano illustrated by Julie Morstad

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When Green Becomes Tomatoes Poems for All Seasons by Julie Fogliano illustrated by Julie Morstad

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Storytime Snacks: When Green Becomes Tomatoes - Poems for ALL Season by Julie Fogliano

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Boom! Bellow! Bleat!: Animal Poems for Two or More Voices

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Boom! Bellow! Bleat! Animal Poems for Two or More Voices by Georgia Heard illustrated by Aaron DeWitt 

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Boom! Bellow! Bleat!: Animal Poems for Two or More Voices

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VERDICT This title should inspire some classroom teachers to showcase joyous presentations in school auditoriums and on parent back-to-school nights. Sprightly, informative, and FUN!-Patricia Manning, formerly at Eastchester Public Library, NY

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Boom! Bellow! Bleat!: Animal Poems for Two or More Voices

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A Kick In the Head: An Everyday Guide to Poetic Forms by Paul B. Janeczko illustrated by Chris Raschka

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A Kick In the Head: An Everyday Guide to Poetic Forms by Paul B. Janeczko illustrated by Chris Raschka

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Boom! Bellow! Bleat!: Animal Poems for Two or More Voices

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VERDICT This title should inspire some classroom teachers to showcase joyous presentations in school auditoriums and on parent back-to-school nights. Sprightly, informative, and FUN!-Patricia Manning, formerly at Eastchester Public Library, NY

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The Hunger Games Trilogy by Suzanne Collins 

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The Hunger Games Trilogy by Suzanne Collins 

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The thrilling trilogy expertly described by Suzanne Collins. You enter a future world where every year two tributes from each district are thrown into an...

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Fancy Nancy Books by Jane O'Connor & Robin Preiss Glasser

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Fancy Nancy by Jane O’Connor illustrated by Robin Preiss Glasser

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Fancy Nancy by Jane O’Connor illustrated by Robin Preiss Glasser

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Fancy Nancy Books by Jane O'Connor & Robin Preiss Glasser

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Browse the complete list of Fancy Nancy books including Fancy Nancy picture books, storybooks, chapter books, activity books, and collections.

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The third graders that I am doing my level 1 internship at LOVE this series, one of the books was used as a read aloud and all the kids keep searching for them and asking for them in the library.

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Each book in my series tells a terrifying and thrilling story from history, through the eyes of a kid who lived to tell the tale.

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Fly Guy: Enjoy LOLs, Friendship, and Fantastic Learning Adventures!

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For being such a little bug, Fly Guy makes a big buzz for early readers. Kids are drawn to Fly Guy books because they're packed with humor, eye-catching photography and illustrations, and thrilling action!

Parents and teachers love these books because they appeal to both reluctant and eager readers, and help kids ages 4 to 8 transition to reading independently. Large text and plenty of dialogue (along with the occasional speech bubble) make these books accessible to growing readers of all levels.

If your kid loves reading about real-life things, they can check out topics like bats, space, and dinosaurs with the Fly Guy Presents books. Whether nonfiction or fiction, the books in this series are proven to spark a love of reading in children.

Shop Fly Guy books below now! You can find all books and activities at The Scholastic Store.
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Fly Guy: Enjoy LOLs, Friendship, and Fantastic Learning Adventures!

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For being such a little bug, Fly Guy makes a big buzz for early readers. Kids are drawn to Fly Guy books because they're packed with humor, eye-catching photography and illustrations, and thrilling action! Parents and teachers love these books because they appeal to both reluctant and eager readers, and help kids ages 4 to 8 transition to reading independently.

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Books that celebrate culture and diversity, and to promote inclusion! 

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Books that celebrate culture and diversity, and to promote inclusion! 

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You Are Enough written by Margaret O’Hair illustrated by Sofia Cardoso

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You Are Enough written by Margaret O’Hair illustrated by Sofia Cardoso

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Grace Byers Reads "I Am Enough" | Bookmarks | Netflix Jr

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I Am Enough by Grace Byers illustrated by Keturah A. Bobo

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I Am Enough by Grace Byers illustrated by Keturah A. Bobo

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Grace Byers Reads "I Am Enough" | Bookmarks | Netflix Jr

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JABARI JUMPS Picture Book - Gaia Cornwall

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What People Are saying!

"Cornwall captures the exquisite tingle of Jabari's fear and excitement, which gives the book its drama. The visual details - the way the little sister's tiny hand grips her father's back while her father holds her brother's hand - give the book its heart." - The New York Times Book Review

"Mixed-media images in serene muted colors, high-rise buildings above the tree line, and the intriguing addition of faded newsprint accents strengthen the urban feel of the illustrations. Jabari's story will help assuage the fears kids experience when faced with a new and daunting adventure. A terrific seasonal storytime read-aloud that's perfect for one-on-one sharing." - School Library Journal (starred review)

"In her debut, Cornwall places her loving black family at the center, coloring the swimming pool and park beyond in minty hues and adding whimsy with digitally collaged newspaper for skyscrapers...This simple and sincere tale of working up courage to face fears makes quite a splash." - Kirkus Reviews

"It's a summertime rite of passage: jumping off the diving board for the first time. In Jabari Jumps (Candlewick, ages 4-8) Gaia Cornwall brings to vivid life this moment for one little boy...For young listeners, this lovely book is a reminder that the best summers have both challenging surprises and fun." - The Washington Post

"Finally, after words of encouragement from his patient father, Jabari makes the climb and braves the jump, a sequence viewed from various perspectives that amplify his accomplishment. A daunting gaze downward, past Jabari's toes that curl around the edge of the board, makes the water look incredibly far away, and when seen from behind, he seems as high up as the skyscrapers in the distance. It's a lovely, knowing account of a big "first" in a child's life." - Publishers Weekly

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"Cornwall captures the exquisite tingle of Jabari's fear and excitement, which gives the book its drama. The visual details - the way the little sister's tiny hand grips her father's back while her father holds her brother's hand - give the book its heart."

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A chair for my mother by Vera B. Williams.  Grandma Annii's Storytime

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A Chair For My Mother by Vera B. Williams

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A Chair For My Mother by Vera B. Williams

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A chair for my mother by Vera B. Williams.  Grandma Annii's Storytime

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Sources for me to use as a teacher, or for other teachers to use too! 

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Sources for me to use as a teacher, or for other teachers to use too! 

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You can easily sort by age, genre, format, topics, themes, and countries/regions!

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Use our Book Finder tool to create your own customized list of fiction and nonfiction books. Search through more than 5,000 books on Reading Rockets - by author, illustrator, age, reading level, genre, format, and topic.

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Sheep in a Jeep written by by Nancy E. Shaw, illustrated by Margot Apple

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Sheep in a Jeep written by by Nancy E. Shaw, illustrated by Margot Apple

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“A rollicking, simple story that never loses its bounce” —Boston GlobeHere they come, a flock of rollicking sheep in their sturdy red jeep. Will their outing be a success?Jeep goes splash! Jeep goes thud! Jeep goes deep in gooey mud! Here is a...

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Room on the Broom - Julia Donaldson.. Children's Story. Audiobook - read-aloud.

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Room on the Broom by Julia Donaldson and Axel Scheffler

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Room on the Broom by Julia Donaldson and Axel Scheffler

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Room on the Broom - Julia Donaldson.. Children's Story. Audiobook - read-aloud.

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We are Water Protectors by Carole Lindstrom illustrated by Michaela Goade

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We are Water Protectors by Carole Lindstrom illustrated by Michaela Goade

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When Charlie McButton Lost Power written by Suzanne Collins and illustrated by Mike Lester

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When Charlie McButton Lost Power written by Suzanne Collins and illustrated by Mike Lester

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Some Bugs by Angela Di’Terlizzi, illustrated by Brendan Qenzel

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Some Bugs by Angela Di’Terlizzi, illustrated by Brendan Qenzel

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Grab your magnifying glass! Find your field guide! And come hop, hide, swim, and glide through this buggy backyard world!

Featuring insects including butterflies and moths, crickets and cicadas, bumblebees and beetles, this zippy rhyming exploration of backyard-bug behavior is sure to have insect enthusiasts of all ages bugging out with excitement!

Some bugs hop.
Some bugs glide.
Some bugs swim.
And some bugs hide!

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Grab your magnifying glass! Find your field guide! And come hop, hide, swim, and glide through this buggy backyard world! Featuring insects including butterflies and moths, crickets and cicadas, bumblebees and beetles, this zippy rhyming exploration of backyard-bug behavior is sure to have insect enthusiasts of all ages bugging out with excitement!

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Perfect for students just starting to read and learn that words have oral meanings.

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Amazon.com: Bob Books Sight Words: Kindergarten: 9780545019231: Kertell, Lynn Maslen, Hendra, Sue: Books

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Books that are perfect for children that cannot read yet!

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Books that are perfect for children that cannot read yet!

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Children can make up their own words based off of the pictures. These are a great introduction in to the world of reading and help to promote reading to young children. Some contain a few words, but the story line is told through pictures not words.

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Mary Kate Garst's review of No Dogs Allowed!

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No Dogs Allowed! Written by Linda Ashman, illustrated by Kristin Sorra 

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Summary: No Dogs Allowed is a wonderful book for children of early reading age. With very few lines of text it is in excellent lesson in learning to read to the pictures. It begins with a character named Alberto who owns City Lights restaurant. A young boy approaches with His dog and Alberto turns them away, writing 'no dogs allowed' on his sidewalk sign. Customer after customer approach the restaurant, all with different animals in tow. Eventually Alberto's sidewalk sign is expanded to include 'no one with her, feathers, shells, scales, or trunks allowed'. All of the customers with animals are gathered in the city square enjoying vendors selling lemonade and ice cream. Alberto notices no one is enjoying his restaurant and is very desolate until the boy with the dog approaches him with a plan. Together they reinvent the city lights restaurant and turn it into All Critters Bistro. The animals and their owners enjoy Alberto's fine food and Alberto enjoys their company.

Activity: Make copies of the pages of the book have students cut out the pictures. Next mix them up then reorder them in sequence of events order. For intermediate age students have them add a speech bubble for each picture.

Citation: Ashman, L. (2011). No Dogs Allowed (p.32). Toronto: Sterling Publishing.

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Mary Kate Garst's review of No Dogs Allowed!

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Summary: No Dogs Allowed is a wonderful book for children of early reading age. With very few lines of text it is in excellent lesson in learning to read to the pictures. It begins with a character named Alberto who owns City Lights restaurant.

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FOSSIL - Children's Books - Bill Thomson

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When a boy and his dog go for a hike, the boy trips on a fossil, and it comes to life, revealing an ancient plant. The boy is so intrigued that he breaks two more fossils that come to life-a dragonfly and a pteranodon. When these prehistoric creatures collide with present reality, the boy must figure out a way to make things go back to normal. Visually told through art, this "wordless story" will surely spark imagination and creativity.

https://www.amazon.com/Fossil-Bill-Thomson/dp/1477847006

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FOSSIL - Children's Books - Bill Thomson

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When a boy and his dog go for a hike, the boy trips on a fossil, and it comes to life, revealing an ancient plant. The boy is so intrigued that he breaks two more fossils that come to life-a dragonfly and a pteranodon.

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Wordless Wednesday: The Red Book & Interview With Barbara Lehman

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Also a Caldecott winter!

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Welcome to another round for Wordless Wednesday. Given the award announcements this week, it seems appropriate to highlight a previous winner in the Caldecott category. This book has been one of my favorites since it came out, and was one of the first books I added to my shelves when I started collecting favorite picture books. Something about the bold, red, wordless cover has always had me intrigued. And now that I live in the city that from my apartment window looks very much like the title spread below, I am attached to this book even more.

In this story, you'll have to decide if the protagonist is the girl or the red book. And what about the red book's main character? Yes, this book has many secrets, twists, mysteries and more to be discovered and pondered again and again. Let's talk about The Red Book by Barbara Lehman, 2004, and Caldecott Honor winner in 2005. Also stay tuned for a lovely Q&A with the creator as well!

The book opens on a street of the city where a little girl is walking. She spies a red book sticking out of a mound of snow and happily claims it as her own. The book intrigues her and she can be seen opening it during class and getting wholly "drawn" into the book. (Yes, that is a very purposeful, three-fold meaning pun right there. Don't ignore it.)

The book in the story has pictures in a similar style to the book the girl is in, which we are reading. If that seemed confusing, hold onto your hat.

The story in the girl's red book leads her to a boy alone on an island. She reads about him finding a red book and reading it as well; only the book he is reading contains the story of the girl reading her red book.

It is an immediate friendship, of sorts, and the story gets wilder and wilder as the girl rushes out and buys a giant bundle of balloons. Up and away she goes, and the reader knows where she is headed. But the story of the red book is not over, though my version of it will end there, at least until I pick it up again. You'll have to find a copy for yourself and be completely enchanted by the delightfully mind-boggling plot for yourself.

So, as usual, I am going to attempt to unpack why I think this book is such an awesome and well-done wordless book. But this is no small feat for me as I love this book a lot, but there are times where it makes my head hurt trying to figure it out. Ha!

First, most of the wordless books we have talked about have the simple storyline to direct it. That is not quite the case here. As the story progresses, it becomes more and more complicated. I actually think that one of the key components here is the simple illustration style. Don't get me wrong, the illustrations are visually beautifully and Lehman deserved that Caldecott Honor for the lovely work here; but the style itself is bold, flat shapes, and an almost comic-like structure and character style. This works very, very well to grab interest and detail the storyline as it expands in complexity. I love the bizarre combination between the brain-twisting elements and the simple dot-eyed characters that manage to express a great deal. Perhaps it is because I have an unhealthy love of infographics, but the style almost reminds me of that-basic, yet beautiful, shapes illustrating a difficult, yet fascinating, concept.

Second, the plot is fantastic! What kid doesn't love a good mystery? And especially one that makes you think about it, and come back to it, and try to figure out all its variables. This book feels like a choose-your-own adventure book turned on its head. Surprise main protagonist! You are in someone else's book. It is a book that breaks the fourth wall, but that fourth wall is inside the book itself. Wow.

Third, the plot is incredibly heartwarming. So, while most kids, and adults too, enjoy brain-twisters and puzzles-we probably don't feel that warm and fuzzy about them. Well, The Red Book has that warm, fuzzy aspect too. Ultimately, this is a book about friendship. Where the girl finds that friend and how she gets there is a completely crazy, unique tale; but in the end, friendship is at the heart. And that makes a lot of sense with the title and the strongest color of the cover and dust jacket of the book being red, which is a color signalling passion and love. Puzzles and games and great books are excellent for sure, but when they lead to a new friend-even better.

Lastly, the story doesn't end. Well, technically yes, it actually does. But, without giving too much away, the red book (in the story) continues in existence and is bound to be picked up and continued on its friend-finding mission. The Red Book begins to feel like a live thing itself and it opens the imagination to all kinds of possibilities. Every time I close this story, I find myself staring at the red book in my hand and smiling a little more. A myriad of questions flood in as the story unfolds, and that only bodes incredibly well for reading a wordless picture book.

But enough of my confusing attempt at explaining my love for the book and how the book works itself. Let's hear from the creator, Barbara Lehman, who is so amazing in her story-concocting and picture-making that she actually included a bio of herself drawing herself, drawing herself, drawing.... Amazing.

Question: What motivates you to create wordless picture books as opposed to traditional text + illustration books?

Barbara Lehman: In my case, I think the specific subject matter of my wordless books is perhaps better communicated in visuals then explained in text. Some concepts are more effectively grasped with pictures, other types of stories work better with text. Dialog is a perfect example-you can't do that with a wordless book.

Q: Was there ever text or narration in your head for The Red Book or did it always perform silently?

BL: The Red Book originally had text, which I struggled with writing, and then found it worked better for me being told pictorially. In this case part of it was because of the nature of the unusual things that happen, which were easier to show than to describe.

Q: Is there a specific storyline and conclusion to The Red Book that you hope the reader gets or is it a bit open-ended in your opinion?

BL: As this was my first wordless book, I initially felt confused that not everyone "made" the exact same story from the visuals! And then I took a step back and realized that it was really a collaborative experience, as all books are-wordless books being just the "opposite" of how we usually experience stories in book form. As adults, we normally read just text and create our own images in our minds-the settings, the faces and so on-within the parameters of the written description. Wordless books are just the opposite: the specific storyline is what gets created in one's mind, using the structure of the visuals, and so this is the part that will have the individual slant. I quickly came to really enjoy the variations among different children, and the additional possibility that the same child is also free to vary the story over time however it may strike them on different days or as they age.

Q: Is it a more challenging experience to create a wordless book than a text book or is every book different, period?

BL: As I have done both-I'd say it is harder to illustrate a wordless book because the entire narrative rests in the specific details and nothing else, so I must be more finicky and, I guess "strict" about my pictures!

Q: Is there a soundtrack that you hear for The Red Book?

BL: Good question about the soundtrack-never thought about it! I do usually end up associating the finished illustrations with specific audio books or This American Life binges, because doing the finishes is the one time during the book making process that I can work and listen to words at the same time.

Q: Do you consider wordless picture books a better solitary experience or more exciting as a read-aloud?

BL: They can go both ways. The bonus is that a child can have an independent and personal book experience if they wish, entirely on their own, without relying on the availability or willingness of a reader!

Q: Have you ever shared The Red Book in a storytime? Do you have tips for how it or any other wordless picture books could be read aloud?

BL: Let the kids tell the story! In a class I will hold up the book and turn the pages, and have some prompts to get things started, but once you tell kids to "read" the story as a group they usually take to it quite eagerly. This is also super interesting because you may also find that kids "read" pictures amazingly fast and accurately, and often far more naturally then adults do. So it is pretty fun to let them be the reader/authors and tell the story themselves to you one-on-one or collaboratively with each other during a class or group reading.

Q: Do you have any favorite wordless picture books?

BL: Well, I have a ton of wordless books, and it would be too hard to pick favorites! I will say that in childhood I loved the wordless books by Mercer Mayer, and I also loved his drawings in general. I know that his books were part of my inspiration in creating some wordless narratives when I was high school age, and so I have a particular fondness for them.

Oh, I loved reading Barbara's thoughts! It is such a pleasure to get a bit of an inside scoop on a book that I have held dear for so long. Thanks to Barbara Lehman for taking the time to answer my questions and especially for making such amazingly beautiful and challenging books as this one. Happy reading and watch out for any red books you encounter in your day! You just never know what you are opening.

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Wordless Wednesday: The Red Book & Interview With Barbara Lehman

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Welcome to another round for Wordless Wednesday. Given the award announcements this week, it seems appropriate to highlight a previous winner in the Caldecott category. This book has been one of my favorites since it came out, and was one of the first books I added to my shelves when I started collecting favorite picture...