https://padlet.com/Gina0417/ClassroomLibrary Welcome to my little virtual library! Books: They teach us. They empower us. They make us think, and then rethink. Here you'll find a various selection of books that can do all of the above and more. Jump right in, browse around, and fall in love with these stories! en-us 2022-01-13 23:47:41 UTC 2025-06-06 04:48:26 UTC hello@padlet.com https://padlet.net/icons/png/1f4da.png Gina0417 https://padlet.com/Gina0417/ClassroomLibrary/wish/1991389739 This category includes some of my favorite stories from my childhood. Some of the books hold sentimental value and others are stories that elicited joy from reading or being read to. ]]> 2022-01-14 00:06:10 UTC https://padlet.com/Gina0417/ClassroomLibrary/wish/1991389739 Gina0417 https://padlet.com/Gina0417/ClassroomLibrary/wish/1991415767 I have fond memories of the school librarian reading this story to my classroom in elementary school. She was so animated, and made it so much fun. Today when I read books aloud, I strive to ensure my listeners have as much fun as I did when listening to her. ]]> 2022-01-14 00:33:30 UTC https://padlet.com/Gina0417/ClassroomLibrary/wish/1991415767 Gina0417 https://padlet.com/Gina0417/ClassroomLibrary/wish/1991423708 This set was my first introduction to a book series. When you love a story and it ends, its a little heartbreaking. But when you know there are more... more characters, more stories, more laughter, and more tears... it makes it all worth it.]]> 2022-01-14 00:42:43 UTC https://padlet.com/Gina0417/ClassroomLibrary/wish/1991423708 Gina0417 https://padlet.com/Gina0417/ClassroomLibrary/wish/1991436627 This is the book I read to my little sister when I started 3rd grade. She was upset that she wasn't old enough for school (she was 3). We read this story together every night for weeks! ]]> 2022-01-14 00:57:15 UTC https://padlet.com/Gina0417/ClassroomLibrary/wish/1991436627 Gina0417 https://padlet.com/Gina0417/ClassroomLibrary/wish/1991463519 This was my grandmothers favorite book. My grandmother read this book to my mom so much, my mom memorized it. It was my moms favorite book. My mom read it to me when I was little. It will forever be one of my favorites. ]]> 2022-01-14 01:24:43 UTC https://padlet.com/Gina0417/ClassroomLibrary/wish/1991463519 Gina0417 https://padlet.com/Gina0417/ClassroomLibrary/wish/2020322262 are award winning books. Included here are Caldecott Medal and Newbery Medal winners. Caldecott Medals are given to honor the most distinguished American picture book. Newbery Medals are given to honor the most distinguished American literature contribution.]]> 2022-01-30 21:47:43 UTC https://padlet.com/Gina0417/ClassroomLibrary/wish/2020322262 Gina0417 https://padlet.com/Gina0417/ClassroomLibrary/wish/2020324016 This category includes a diverse list of books to teach about our difference. The books in this section will help children learn about different cultures, race, and disabilities. They teach loving ourselves for who were are, and loving others for who they are. ]]> 2022-01-30 21:50:11 UTC https://padlet.com/Gina0417/ClassroomLibrary/wish/2020324016 Gina0417 https://padlet.com/Gina0417/ClassroomLibrary/wish/2020326094 Books listed in this section will help children learn about the different emotions we go through every day. They are meant to help children learn to recognize those emotions and be prepared for them later in life. Most importantly, they teach children that we all have emotions and that it is okay to feel those emotions.]]> 2022-01-30 21:53:33 UTC https://padlet.com/Gina0417/ClassroomLibrary/wish/2020326094 Gina0417 https://padlet.com/Gina0417/ClassroomLibrary/wish/2020329955 Little Star loves the delicious Mooncake that she bakes with her mama. But she's not supposed to eat any yet! What happens when she can't resist a nibble? 

In this original story, we go on an adventure with Little Star while learning about the phases of the moon.]]> 2022-01-30 21:59:52 UTC https://padlet.com/Gina0417/ClassroomLibrary/wish/2020329955 Gina0417 https://padlet.com/Gina0417/ClassroomLibrary/wish/2020334246 This story is about an energetic ride through a busy city. Grandson CJ has lots of questions for his grandma. Each question is met with an encouraging answer from grandma who helps him see the beauty n their routine and their community.]]> 2022-01-30 22:06:39 UTC https://padlet.com/Gina0417/ClassroomLibrary/wish/2020334246 Gina0417 https://padlet.com/Gina0417/ClassroomLibrary/wish/2020336147 Books in this section are full of descriptive words, which can help to build a child's vocabulary. ]]> 2022-01-30 22:09:50 UTC https://padlet.com/Gina0417/ClassroomLibrary/wish/2020336147 Gina0417 https://padlet.com/Gina0417/ClassroomLibrary/wish/2020342268 Did you know dragons love tacos? They love tacos of all sorts: beef tacos, crunchy tacos, and even teeny tiny tacos. But they do not love spicy salsa... especially when it comes out of their nose!

In this cute story children are hearing a wide array of vocabulary terms that they may not hear day to day.]]> 2022-01-30 22:19:29 UTC https://padlet.com/Gina0417/ClassroomLibrary/wish/2020342268 Gina0417 https://padlet.com/Gina0417/ClassroomLibrary/wish/2020345069 The dragons are back. But, oh no! There are no more tacos! A time-machine must be used to go back to the party and stop the dragons from eating all the tacos! 

Just like "Dragons Love Tacos" the author uses many descriptive words to convey his story. ]]> 2022-01-30 22:24:15 UTC https://padlet.com/Gina0417/ClassroomLibrary/wish/2020345069 Gina0417 https://padlet.com/Gina0417/ClassroomLibrary/wish/2020348521 Duncan's crayons have quit! Red crayon is feels overworked. Beige is upset because they are never called the correct color. Orange and yellow are fighting because they both think they are the only color for the sun.

This book introduces feelings that might be new to a child. It also introduces problem solving and resolution. ]]> 2022-01-30 22:30:10 UTC https://padlet.com/Gina0417/ClassroomLibrary/wish/2020348521 Gina0417 https://padlet.com/Gina0417/ClassroomLibrary/wish/2020352015 In this book children are offered the opportunity to explore a variety of emotions. The emotions are described with how they feel physically, inside. The language is lyrical, but direct enough to empower readers to practice identifying their own emotions.]]> 2022-01-30 22:35:50 UTC https://padlet.com/Gina0417/ClassroomLibrary/wish/2020352015 Gina0417 https://padlet.com/Gina0417/ClassroomLibrary/wish/2020357081 This beautiful story is all about loving who you are, respecting others, and being kind to one another. It teaches children, and reminds everyone, that "We are all here for a purpose. We are more than enough. We just need to believe it."

]]> 2022-01-30 22:43:49 UTC https://padlet.com/Gina0417/ClassroomLibrary/wish/2020357081 Gina0417 https://padlet.com/Gina0417/ClassroomLibrary/wish/2020359613 Two siblings look in a mirror. What do they see? From their sweaty, wrinkly brows and their curious little eyes, all the way to their strong little chins, these two little kids see the goodness in everything! 

This book helps teach the values of resilience, self-acceptance, and positivity.]]> 2022-01-30 22:47:51 UTC https://padlet.com/Gina0417/ClassroomLibrary/wish/2020359613 Gina0417 https://padlet.com/Gina0417/ClassroomLibrary/wish/2020363627 "Charlie has autism. His brain works in a special way. It's harder for him to make friends. Or show his true feelings. Or stay safe." In this heartwarming story, Charlie's sister tells us that for everything Charlie can't do well, there are many other things that he's very good at... like naming all of the American Presidents! 

This book can introduce autism in a loving way. It shows that autism doesn't define a person. ]]> 2022-01-30 22:53:46 UTC https://padlet.com/Gina0417/ClassroomLibrary/wish/2020363627 Gina0417 https://padlet.com/Gina0417/ClassroomLibrary/wish/2020365863 In Just Ask, United States Supreme Court Justice Sonia Sotomayor celebrates the different abilities kids (and people of all ages) have. As the kids work together to build a community garden, asking questions of each other along the way, this book encourages readers to do the same: When we come across someone who is different from us but we're not sure why, all we have to do is Just Ask.

This book encourages children to notice our differences, to take interest in what makes us different, and to love what makes us different. ]]> 2022-01-30 22:57:32 UTC https://padlet.com/Gina0417/ClassroomLibrary/wish/2020365863 Gina0417 https://padlet.com/Gina0417/ClassroomLibrary/wish/2020368201 A Children's Picture Book About Diversity and Kindness. Every child is unique. "The truth is that all children are different and their individuality should be celebrated, not shunned." 

This books helps spread that philosophy of treating others with kindness and celebrating them for being them.]]> 2022-01-30 23:02:12 UTC https://padlet.com/Gina0417/ClassroomLibrary/wish/2020368201 Gina0417 https://padlet.com/Gina0417/ClassroomLibrary/wish/2020373075 In this book, Jerome collects words. He discovers the magic of the words all around him. He likes the short words, the sweet words, the fun words, so many words. Through the journey, Jerome learns what an impact he can make if he shares the words.]]> 2022-01-30 23:11:22 UTC https://padlet.com/Gina0417/ClassroomLibrary/wish/2020373075 Gina0417 https://padlet.com/Gina0417/ClassroomLibrary/wish/2020401675 "When a bus driver takes a break from his route, a very unlikely volunteer springs up to take his place-a pigeon! But you've never met one like this before. As he pleads, wheedles, and begs his way through the book, children will love being able to answer back and decide his fate."

]]> 2022-01-31 00:05:14 UTC https://padlet.com/Gina0417/ClassroomLibrary/wish/2020401675 Gina0417 https://padlet.com/Gina0417/ClassroomLibrary/wish/2020405366 Mo Willems is a well-known American author. He has won several awards for his work including 3 Caldecott Honor Awards, 5 Theodore Seuss Geisel Honors, and 6 Emmy awards.

In a basic, yet whimsical way, his books tell stories about issues that children can relate to. ]]> 2022-01-31 00:11:32 UTC https://padlet.com/Gina0417/ClassroomLibrary/wish/2020405366 Gina0417 https://padlet.com/Gina0417/ClassroomLibrary/wish/2020409560 "One of the most delightful read-aloud picture books on the shelf. Knuffle Bunny: A Cautionary Tale is hilarious and the emotions of all involved are captured perfectly in Mo Willems brilliant illustrations. Even after multiple reads this one retains it's charm." - Seira Wilson, Amazon Editor

Dad's in charge. What could go wrong? Trixie takes Knuffle Bunny to the laundromat with her dad. But, things so wrong when Knuffle Bunny is accidently left behind. ]]> 2022-01-31 00:19:18 UTC https://padlet.com/Gina0417/ClassroomLibrary/wish/2020409560 Gina0417 https://padlet.com/Gina0417/ClassroomLibrary/wish/2020410661 A Theodor Seuss Geisel Honor book.

Gerald's best friend Piggie has a surprise for him. But Gerald has to wait for it. And wait some more. How long must Gerald wait? 

This book can be used to help introduce patience to children. ]]> 2022-01-31 00:21:31 UTC https://padlet.com/Gina0417/ClassroomLibrary/wish/2020410661 Gina0417 https://padlet.com/Gina0417/ClassroomLibrary/wish/2030321878 Sonia Sotomayor is the first Latina Supreme Court Justice. Books were her inspiration growing up, and through her book here, she shares that love of books with her readers. ]]> 2022-02-05 01:29:44 UTC https://padlet.com/Gina0417/ClassroomLibrary/wish/2030321878 Gina0417 https://padlet.com/Gina0417/ClassroomLibrary/wish/2030323080 Read an inspiring story of a 5-year-old blind student, who wanted nothing more than to be able to read. He wanted it so much, he invented his own alphabet. ]]> 2022-02-05 01:32:40 UTC https://padlet.com/Gina0417/ClassroomLibrary/wish/2030323080 Gina0417 https://padlet.com/Gina0417/ClassroomLibrary/wish/2030326711 In this series students can learn about many people. The set includes artists, activists, athletes, and scientists like: George Washington, Jackie Robinson, Anne Frank, Martin Luther King Jr., and Lucille Ball. ]]> 2022-02-05 01:40:44 UTC https://padlet.com/Gina0417/ClassroomLibrary/wish/2030326711 Gina0417 https://padlet.com/Gina0417/ClassroomLibrary/wish/2030329268 This series follows two girls who are complete opposites of each other: One is loud and nosey, and the other is quiet and creative. Oh, and one of them is a witch. After Ivy helps Bean, the girls become the best of friends and go on to have more adventures together. ]]> 2022-02-05 01:46:34 UTC https://padlet.com/Gina0417/ClassroomLibrary/wish/2030329268 Gina0417 https://padlet.com/Gina0417/ClassroomLibrary/wish/2030335743 A positive outlook on the immigration experience and joy of Chinese American children.]]> 2022-02-05 02:00:41 UTC https://padlet.com/Gina0417/ClassroomLibrary/wish/2030335743 Gina0417 https://padlet.com/Gina0417/ClassroomLibrary/wish/2030341196 Let's explore how food is different from family to family. All the while, remembering that even though we all like different foods, we all must eat! ]]> 2022-02-05 02:11:46 UTC https://padlet.com/Gina0417/ClassroomLibrary/wish/2030341196 Gina0417 https://padlet.com/Gina0417/ClassroomLibrary/wish/2030349114 Written in verse, this books tells the story of a modern Native American family. "Fry Bread" brings families together. ]]> 2022-02-05 02:27:37 UTC https://padlet.com/Gina0417/ClassroomLibrary/wish/2030349114 Gina0417 https://padlet.com/Gina0417/ClassroomLibrary/wish/2030352672 After finding a mysterious tree house, Jack and Annie travel through time and have many adventures. There is something for everyone in this series: dinosaurs, llamas, mummies, penguins, and so much more. ]]> 2022-02-05 02:35:25 UTC https://padlet.com/Gina0417/ClassroomLibrary/wish/2030352672 Gina0417 https://padlet.com/Gina0417/ClassroomLibrary/wish/2030357842 Inspired by real life events experienced by the author, this coming of age story tells about a refugee who flees Vietnam and moves to America. The story gives a child's perspective to such life changing events. ]]> 2022-02-05 02:45:50 UTC https://padlet.com/Gina0417/ClassroomLibrary/wish/2030357842 Gina0417 https://padlet.com/Gina0417/ClassroomLibrary/wish/2030361363 For students who love movies like Matilda, Willy Wonka and the Chocolate Factory, and The BFG. Roald Dahl's novels introduce children to novel reading and provides the opportunity to discuss the differences between the books and movie adaptations.]]> 2022-02-05 02:53:25 UTC https://padlet.com/Gina0417/ClassroomLibrary/wish/2030361363 Gina0417 https://padlet.com/Gina0417/ClassroomLibrary/wish/2030364523 I have likely read more Goosebumps stories than any other stories. The stories open your imagination to things you've never considered. The evoke vivid imagery and cause multiple emotions. They are creepy. They are scary. They are weird. Readers follow along as the characters interact with oddities and strategically (and often creatively) find their way out of whatever trouble they've managed to get themselves in. ]]> 2022-02-05 03:00:51 UTC https://padlet.com/Gina0417/ClassroomLibrary/wish/2030364523 Gina0417 https://padlet.com/Gina0417/ClassroomLibrary/wish/2031907084 In this sections you will find biographies of all sorts. Biographies not only teach students about the who's, what's, and when's, but also inspires students to work hard and believe in themselves. ]]> 2022-02-06 22:51:43 UTC https://padlet.com/Gina0417/ClassroomLibrary/wish/2031907084 Gina0417 https://padlet.com/Gina0417/ClassroomLibrary/wish/2031908156 Students who enjoy "make believe" and good stories, but wish they were longer, will love this section. ]]> 2022-02-06 22:53:36 UTC https://padlet.com/Gina0417/ClassroomLibrary/wish/2031908156 Gina0417 https://padlet.com/Gina0417/ClassroomLibrary/wish/2112759226 Chapter books that will capture the readers attention and can promote deep thinking. ]]> 2022-03-24 23:23:53 UTC https://padlet.com/Gina0417/ClassroomLibrary/wish/2112759226 Gina0417 https://padlet.com/Gina0417/ClassroomLibrary/wish/2112761039 Lily and her family move to another state to be with her sick grandmother. Suddenly, a magical tiger appears and offers to help her sick grandmother in exchange for something her grandmother stole many years ago. Lily must be careful though, because making a deal with a magical tiger might not be all that it appears to be. ]]> 2022-03-24 23:26:04 UTC https://padlet.com/Gina0417/ClassroomLibrary/wish/2112761039 Gina0417 https://padlet.com/Gina0417/ClassroomLibrary/wish/2112762235 Pong escapes from prison. He wants to walk among the lights that represent freedom. But he soon realizes that the grass isn't greener on the other side. Nok, a young girl determined to find Pong, set out to track him down. But she soon realizes the truth she knows, isn't really the truth at all.]]> 2022-03-24 23:27:32 UTC https://padlet.com/Gina0417/ClassroomLibrary/wish/2112762235 Gina0417 https://padlet.com/Gina0417/ClassroomLibrary/wish/2112763563 Xan is a kind witch, but the nearby town doesn't think so. Each year they leave a baby as a sacrifice to her. Xan always takes the baby and finds a good home for them to grow up in. But one year Xan accidently gives the baby magical powers. So she names the baby Luna, and raises her as her own. Years later, a young boy from the nearby town ventures out to kill the "bad witch" - just as Luna's powers start showing. ]]> 2022-03-24 23:29:15 UTC https://padlet.com/Gina0417/ClassroomLibrary/wish/2112763563 Gina0417 https://padlet.com/Gina0417/ClassroomLibrary/wish/2112765206 Sal goes on a trip with her grandparents. During the journey, she tells the story of Phoebe. But somewhere along the way, she realizes her own story is beginning to unfold. ]]> 2022-03-24 23:31:06 UTC https://padlet.com/Gina0417/ClassroomLibrary/wish/2112765206 Gina0417 https://padlet.com/Gina0417/ClassroomLibrary/wish/2112766533 ^{"A sprawling, evocative, and groundbreaking autobiographical novel told in the unforgettable and hilarious voice of a young Iranian refugee. It is a powerfully layered novel that poses the questions: Who owns the truth? Who speaks it? Who believes it?"}]]> 2022-03-24 23:32:28 UTC https://padlet.com/Gina0417/ClassroomLibrary/wish/2112766533 Gina0417 https://padlet.com/Gina0417/ClassroomLibrary/wish/2112768512 When Alaa stays behind to his community during a time of war, he starts caring for lost and hungry cats. Each day more and more cats show up. Alaa wants to keep helping them all, but he will need help from others to do so.]]> 2022-03-24 23:34:45 UTC https://padlet.com/Gina0417/ClassroomLibrary/wish/2112768512 Gina0417 https://padlet.com/Gina0417/ClassroomLibrary/wish/2112771414 In unexpected ways, the lives of four people mix. They weren't friends when the day started... but when a prank is pulled on Virgil, the others team up to him out of a sticky situation. ]]> 2022-03-24 23:38:20 UTC https://padlet.com/Gina0417/ClassroomLibrary/wish/2112771414 Gina0417 https://padlet.com/Gina0417/ClassroomLibrary/wish/2112778095 Ryan always finds a way to push through with grace. She's a nice person who knows how to make sunshine! ]]> 2022-03-24 23:45:37 UTC https://padlet.com/Gina0417/ClassroomLibrary/wish/2112778095 Gina0417 https://padlet.com/Gina0417/ClassroomLibrary/wish/2112780538 Mr. Seahorse travels the waters watching for the baby eggs to hatch. On his journey he meets many other dads caring for their babies. ]]> 2022-03-24 23:48:04 UTC https://padlet.com/Gina0417/ClassroomLibrary/wish/2112780538 Gina0417 https://padlet.com/Gina0417/ClassroomLibrary/wish/2112781009 Rainbow Fish is full of shiny scales - but he won't share his scales with the other fish. Eventually, everyone stops talking to him. Can he learn to share his scales? ]]> 2022-03-24 23:48:32 UTC https://padlet.com/Gina0417/ClassroomLibrary/wish/2112781009 Gina0417 https://padlet.com/Gina0417/ClassroomLibrary/wish/2112783926 Love is a story about just that - Love. The book explores the importance of love and the strong bond that love creates between each other and the universe. ]]> 2022-03-24 23:51:41 UTC https://padlet.com/Gina0417/ClassroomLibrary/wish/2112783926 Gina0417 https://padlet.com/Gina0417/ClassroomLibrary/wish/2112785104 A fresh spin on "you can't judge a book with it's cover" - as Milo rides the subway he imagines the lives of the other riders. When Milo realizes one of the riders is going to same way he is, he realizes you can't know someone just by looking at them. ]]> 2022-03-24 23:52:50 UTC https://padlet.com/Gina0417/ClassroomLibrary/wish/2112785104 Gina0417 https://padlet.com/Gina0417/ClassroomLibrary/wish/2112785813 Carmela finds a dandelion, on her birthday, and needs to make a wish! What will she wish for .. it has to be just right!]]> 2022-03-24 23:53:34 UTC https://padlet.com/Gina0417/ClassroomLibrary/wish/2112785813 Gina0417 https://padlet.com/Gina0417/ClassroomLibrary/wish/2112788203 This is a Caldecott Medal recipient! 

Alma has such a long name - she's not sure she likes it. But then, her father sits down and tells her how she got each of her names. And now, Alma is proud of her long name! ]]> 2022-03-24 23:55:52 UTC https://padlet.com/Gina0417/ClassroomLibrary/wish/2112788203 Gina0417 https://padlet.com/Gina0417/ClassroomLibrary/wish/2112789747 Lola is drawing a picture about where she's from. But she can't remember much because she left when she was very little. Her family and friends tell her stories, and through their memories she is able to complete her drawings and learn so much about The Island. ]]> 2022-03-24 23:57:07 UTC https://padlet.com/Gina0417/ClassroomLibrary/wish/2112789747 Gina0417 https://padlet.com/Gina0417/ClassroomLibrary/wish/2112792803 A sweet tale of being accepted and loved unconditionally by those around you! No matter what other might think. ]]> 2022-03-25 00:00:12 UTC https://padlet.com/Gina0417/ClassroomLibrary/wish/2112792803 Gina0417 https://padlet.com/Gina0417/ClassroomLibrary/wish/2112797109 A dystopian story for early middle school ages - Petra's world is changing. A comet has destroyed Earth. Petra and her family are part of the few hundred people that are going to a new planet to live. When she awakes and realizes she's the only person who remembers Earth, can she make the memories come alive again?]]> 2022-03-25 00:04:41 UTC https://padlet.com/Gina0417/ClassroomLibrary/wish/2112797109 Gina0417 https://padlet.com/Gina0417/ClassroomLibrary/wish/2115799273 Stacey loves everything about words - reading them, saying them, and using them. When selected to compete in the spelling bee, Stacey worries she will mess up. Will Stacey learn just how powerful her words are? ]]> 2022-03-27 18:27:10 UTC https://padlet.com/Gina0417/ClassroomLibrary/wish/2115799273 Gina0417 https://padlet.com/Gina0417/ClassroomLibrary/wish/2115801388 Henry loves books. Actually, Henry loves to EAT books! The more he eats, the more he knows. Until he's eaten so many books, his words are so mixed up. How can Henry keep loving books if he can't eat them? ]]> 2022-03-27 18:30:03 UTC https://padlet.com/Gina0417/ClassroomLibrary/wish/2115801388 Gina0417 https://padlet.com/Gina0417/ClassroomLibrary/wish/2115832956 Here is a collection of chapter books for children that tell stories based on true events. ]]> 2022-03-27 19:09:15 UTC https://padlet.com/Gina0417/ClassroomLibrary/wish/2115832956 Gina0417 https://padlet.com/Gina0417/ClassroomLibrary/wish/2115833958 When the zoo begins preparations to destroy Marlene, an orphaned elephant, the zoo keeper convinces the zoo to let Marlene live with them in their garden. When the city is bombed, the family must flee. But how will they keep themselves and Marlene safe on their journey? ]]> 2022-03-27 19:10:24 UTC https://padlet.com/Gina0417/ClassroomLibrary/wish/2115833958 Gina0417 https://padlet.com/Gina0417/ClassroomLibrary/wish/2115834110 This is a story of an introverted girl who just wants to be left alone. Then comes a talkative little boy with a very important wish. Check this out for a heartwarming tale of finding joy in unexpected places.]]> 2022-03-27 19:10:37 UTC https://padlet.com/Gina0417/ClassroomLibrary/wish/2115834110 Gina0417 https://padlet.com/Gina0417/ClassroomLibrary/wish/2115841785 Amelia needs to earn some money for a new bike! What silly situations will she get herself into? Read this beginners chapter book with short chapters full of lots of fun to find out! ]]> 2022-03-27 19:20:06 UTC https://padlet.com/Gina0417/ClassroomLibrary/wish/2115841785 Gina0417 https://padlet.com/Gina0417/ClassroomLibrary/wish/2115850994 Little bunny isn't having a great day. Everything is going wrong! But bunny will find the bright spot and learn that eventually everything will be ok! ]]> 2022-03-27 19:31:41 UTC https://padlet.com/Gina0417/ClassroomLibrary/wish/2115850994 Gina0417 https://padlet.com/Gina0417/ClassroomLibrary/wish/2115855348 A book about facing those unwanted thoughts and learning how to embrace, and change them! ]]> 2022-03-27 19:37:21 UTC https://padlet.com/Gina0417/ClassroomLibrary/wish/2115855348 Gina0417 https://padlet.com/Gina0417/ClassroomLibrary/wish/2115856767 It's important to have a friend that listens to you when you need to talk. It's just as important to BE that friend! ]]> 2022-03-27 19:39:19 UTC https://padlet.com/Gina0417/ClassroomLibrary/wish/2115856767 Gina0417 https://padlet.com/Gina0417/ClassroomLibrary/wish/2115858764 In it's own cute way, each monster (emotion) comes and goes. This pre-emergent book helps children learn to acknowledge their feelings and emotions and let them go. ]]> 2022-03-27 19:42:01 UTC https://padlet.com/Gina0417/ClassroomLibrary/wish/2115858764 Gina0417 https://padlet.com/Gina0417/ClassroomLibrary/wish/2115861480 Meet the boy with big feelings. He actually FEELS his feelings, in big ways. Can you explain how he's feeling? ]]> 2022-03-27 19:45:23 UTC https://padlet.com/Gina0417/ClassroomLibrary/wish/2115861480 Gina0417 https://padlet.com/Gina0417/ClassroomLibrary/wish/2115864039 In this book you will learn what 24 different women did to make a big impact on the world. Read on to learn about Judy Garland, Mabel Lee, Mae Jemison, Faith Ringgold, and many more!]]> 2022-03-27 19:48:57 UTC https://padlet.com/Gina0417/ClassroomLibrary/wish/2115864039 Gina0417 https://padlet.com/Gina0417/ClassroomLibrary/wish/2115866204 Leonardo isn't a terrible monster - he's terrible at being a monster. When he finds the perfect person to scare, Sam, a nervous little boy, will he be able to do it? ]]> 2022-03-27 19:52:07 UTC https://padlet.com/Gina0417/ClassroomLibrary/wish/2115866204 Gina0417 https://padlet.com/Gina0417/ClassroomLibrary/wish/2115872748 Sam is afraid of everything but his friend Leonardo. Kerry is afraid of everything but her friend Frankenthaler. And one day Sam and Kerry meet each other! Oh no.. what will they do?]]> 2022-03-27 20:00:44 UTC https://padlet.com/Gina0417/ClassroomLibrary/wish/2115872748 Gina0417 https://padlet.com/Gina0417/ClassroomLibrary/wish/2115912053 When the little fish are afraid to come out of hiding, Swimmy comes to help. With the help of Swimmy, the fish friends learn with creativity and team work they can overcome their fears. ]]> 2022-03-27 20:53:43 UTC https://padlet.com/Gina0417/ClassroomLibrary/wish/2115912053 Gina0417 https://padlet.com/Gina0417/ClassroomLibrary/wish/2115917656 When her family stops and cuts fresh watercress growing in the wild, a young girl learns of her family's time in China. Through this new adventure and storytelling, she gains a new appreciation for fresh food. ]]> 2022-03-27 21:02:33 UTC https://padlet.com/Gina0417/ClassroomLibrary/wish/2115917656 Gina0417 https://padlet.com/Gina0417/ClassroomLibrary/wish/2115927941 When Phoebe skips a stone across a pond, she hits a unicorn in the face. Surprisingly, the unicorn grants Phoebe a wish... and she wishes the unicorn to be her best friend. Can this forced friendship lead to a real connection - a real friendship?]]> 2022-03-27 21:19:36 UTC https://padlet.com/Gina0417/ClassroomLibrary/wish/2115927941 Gina0417 https://padlet.com/Gina0417/ClassroomLibrary/wish/2115944368 When 12 soccer players and their coach get trapped in the cave in Thailand, a 17-day rescue operation begins. Read this book for a heart-facing story on the rescue that blends science, culture, and suspense. ]]> 2022-03-27 21:50:13 UTC https://padlet.com/Gina0417/ClassroomLibrary/wish/2115944368 Gina0417 https://padlet.com/Gina0417/ClassroomLibrary/wish/2115973399 A Caldecott Honor book! As Cassie looks down on Harlem, "flying" from her apartment rooftop, she retells stories of the city that captures her audience. ]]> 2022-03-27 22:47:36 UTC https://padlet.com/Gina0417/ClassroomLibrary/wish/2115973399 Gina0417 https://padlet.com/Gina0417/ClassroomLibrary/wish/2115976590 Everyone has feelings.. even superheroes, ninjas, wrestlers, and dads! With great illustrations and a fun narrative, students will enjoy being able to recognize their feelings. ]]> 2022-03-27 22:53:24 UTC https://padlet.com/Gina0417/ClassroomLibrary/wish/2115976590 Gina0417 https://padlet.com/Gina0417/ClassroomLibrary/wish/2115979990 Jane Goodall is known for her research on chimpanzees. In this wonderful picture book biography, the readers will follow Jane from childhood bird watching to the African forests of Tanzania. ]]> 2022-03-27 22:59:18 UTC https://padlet.com/Gina0417/ClassroomLibrary/wish/2115979990 Gina0417 https://padlet.com/Gina0417/ClassroomLibrary/wish/2115988296 Read the stories of two 11-year olds in Sudan, from different times. Salva's story takes place in 1985. He becomes a lost refugee searching for his family. Nya's story takes place in 2008. She walks to the pond to get water every day...a 2 hour walk! Their stories intersect in a moving way. ]]> 2022-03-27 23:13:27 UTC https://padlet.com/Gina0417/ClassroomLibrary/wish/2115988296 Gina0417 https://padlet.com/Gina0417/ClassroomLibrary/wish/2115993047 ^{"Against all odds, “the kid from Akron” not only makes it to the NBA but becomes a basketball legend who now helps others who are struggling like he and his mother once were."}]]> 2022-03-27 23:22:12 UTC https://padlet.com/Gina0417/ClassroomLibrary/wish/2115993047 Gina0417 https://padlet.com/Gina0417/ClassroomLibrary/wish/2116001895 Ramona is a curious girl, and often gets herself into silly situations. Children everywhere can relate to Ramona as she encounters new events, people, and places.]]> 2022-03-27 23:37:21 UTC https://padlet.com/Gina0417/ClassroomLibrary/wish/2116001895 Gina0417 https://padlet.com/Gina0417/ClassroomLibrary/wish/2116003197 "Laugh yourself silly with Junie B. Jones as she starts kindergarten! Read the first four of Junie B. Jones' hilarious classroom adventures, now together in one perfectly giftable box set."]]> 2022-03-27 23:39:11 UTC https://padlet.com/Gina0417/ClassroomLibrary/wish/2116003197 Gina0417 https://padlet.com/Gina0417/ClassroomLibrary/wish/2116006025 "This book brings to life the stories of Dorothy Vaughan, Mary Jackson, Katherine Johnson, and Christine Darden, who lived through the Civil Rights era, the Space Race, the Cold War, and the movement for gender equality, and whose work forever changed the face of NASA and the country. Follow a group of dedicated female mathematicians known as “human computers” used pencils, slide rules, and adding machines to calculate the numbers that would launch rockets, and astronauts, into space."]]> 2022-03-27 23:43:51 UTC https://padlet.com/Gina0417/ClassroomLibrary/wish/2116006025 Gina0417 https://padlet.com/Gina0417/ClassroomLibrary/wish/2116009192 "When a terrible drought struck William Kamkwamba's village in Malawi, his family lost all of the season's crops, so they had nothing to eat or to sell. William began to read science books in the library, looking for a solution. He came up with the idea that would change his family's life forever: he could build a windmill. Made out of scrap metal and old bicycle parts, William's windmill brought electricity to his home and helped his family pump the water they needed to farm the land."]]> 2022-03-27 23:47:30 UTC https://padlet.com/Gina0417/ClassroomLibrary/wish/2116009192 Gina0417 https://padlet.com/Gina0417/ClassroomLibrary/wish/2116015536 Read about chance, discovery and persistence in this moving story of a young girl's journey to center-stage.]]> 2022-03-27 23:54:22 UTC https://padlet.com/Gina0417/ClassroomLibrary/wish/2116015536 Gina0417 https://padlet.com/Gina0417/ClassroomLibrary/wish/2116018909 Once upon a time, there were three hungry Dinosaurs: Papa, Mama, and a Dinosaur visiting from Norway. They didn't tidy up, make pudding, and leave to set a trap for a little girl.. no, of course they didn't. ]]> 2022-03-27 23:58:29 UTC https://padlet.com/Gina0417/ClassroomLibrary/wish/2116018909 Gina0417 https://padlet.com/Gina0417/ClassroomLibrary/wish/2116023125 Helping little people communicate in a big persons world with "grown-up" words like patience, cooperate, and considerate.]]> 2022-03-28 00:03:46 UTC https://padlet.com/Gina0417/ClassroomLibrary/wish/2116023125 Gina0417 https://padlet.com/Gina0417/ClassroomLibrary/wish/2116030651 Picture books can share so many lessons, fun-loving stories, and engaging interactions with the use of illustrations bringing a story to life! Here are some of my favorites. ]]> 2022-03-28 00:12:14 UTC https://padlet.com/Gina0417/ClassroomLibrary/wish/2116030651 Gina0417 https://padlet.com/Gina0417/ClassroomLibrary/wish/2127480543 With an endless supply of Mtn Dew and Oreos, Jack builds a team of trusted friends to help fight off a zombie apocalypse. 

If you enjoy this book, check out the rest of the series! ]]> 2022-04-03 20:15:17 UTC https://padlet.com/Gina0417/ClassroomLibrary/wish/2127480543 Gina0417 https://padlet.com/Gina0417/ClassroomLibrary/wish/2127481156 This is a story of an introverted girl who just wants to be left alone. Then comes a talkative little boy with a very important wish. Check this out for a heartwarming tale of finding joy in unexpected places.]]> 2022-04-03 20:16:12 UTC https://padlet.com/Gina0417/ClassroomLibrary/wish/2127481156 Gina0417 https://padlet.com/Gina0417/ClassroomLibrary/wish/2146060054 If you love video games, you'll love this book about their creator, Ralph. After all, we have him to thank for starting the first at-home video game system. Read this book to learn all about him and how he came up with some of his ideas.

*This book is available through Sarasota County's Public Library system. ]]> 2022-04-17 15:16:36 UTC https://padlet.com/Gina0417/ClassroomLibrary/wish/2146060054 Gina0417 https://padlet.com/Gina0417/ClassroomLibrary/wish/2146060108 Ernie loved football. But he loved painting, too. Read this biographical story about how he played football, and then made his dreams of becoming an artist come true. Ernie went on to have several artist awards and accolades including his artwork being featured in television shows and album covers. ]]> 2022-04-17 15:16:43 UTC https://padlet.com/Gina0417/ClassroomLibrary/wish/2146060108 Gina0417 https://padlet.com/Gina0417/ClassroomLibrary/wish/2146060189 There once was an old lady and an old man who were lonely and decided to get a cat. The old man went on a journey to find a cat. He found many cats... hundreds and thousands and millions and billions and trillions of cats. What will he do?

*This book is available through Sarasota County's Public Library system. ]]> 2022-04-17 15:16:53 UTC https://padlet.com/Gina0417/ClassroomLibrary/wish/2146060189 Gina0417 https://padlet.com/Gina0417/ClassroomLibrary/wish/2146060276 When you go owling, you have to be quiet. When you go owling you have to make your own heat. When you go owling you have to be brave. With all that they must do... will a little girl and her dad get to see an owl?

*This book is available through Sarasota County's Public Library system. ]]> 2022-04-17 15:17:05 UTC https://padlet.com/Gina0417/ClassroomLibrary/wish/2146060276 Gina0417 https://padlet.com/Gina0417/ClassroomLibrary/wish/2146084376 Using dog man, Dav Pilkey explores empathy, kindness, persistence, and the importance of being yourself. With the head of a dog and the body of a human comes a new form of justice - the canine cop! 

Check out more of the series of you like this one. ]]> 2022-04-17 16:18:01 UTC https://padlet.com/Gina0417/ClassroomLibrary/wish/2146084376 Gina0417 https://padlet.com/Gina0417/ClassroomLibrary/wish/2159447954 This is a collection of books all about animals. With a fun mix of fiction and non-fiction, you're sure to find something you'll love.]]> 2022-04-27 00:37:49 UTC https://padlet.com/Gina0417/ClassroomLibrary/wish/2159447954 Gina0417 https://padlet.com/Gina0417/ClassroomLibrary/wish/2159448094 This book is full of fun, interesting and real facts about axolotls! 

*This book is available through Sarasota County's Public Library system. ]]> 2022-04-27 00:37:57 UTC https://padlet.com/Gina0417/ClassroomLibrary/wish/2159448094 Gina0417 https://padlet.com/Gina0417/ClassroomLibrary/wish/2159448402 Spike wants to be a scary monster... until he finds himself unable to make friends. Read this story to see what Spike chooses to do! 

*This book is available through Sarasota County's Public Library system. ]]> 2022-04-27 00:38:13 UTC https://padlet.com/Gina0417/ClassroomLibrary/wish/2159448402 Gina0417 https://padlet.com/Gina0417/ClassroomLibrary/wish/2159448581 Another book full of pictures and interesting facts, all about axolotls! ]]> 2022-04-27 00:38:21 UTC https://padlet.com/Gina0417/ClassroomLibrary/wish/2159448581 Gina0417 https://padlet.com/Gina0417/ClassroomLibrary/wish/2159450166 This book is full of weird and wonderful animals facts and includes full colored photos! Kids and adults alike will enjoy learning more about so many animals, for anglerfish to zebra in a fun and exciting way. ]]> 2022-04-27 00:39:33 UTC https://padlet.com/Gina0417/ClassroomLibrary/wish/2159450166 Gina0417 https://padlet.com/Gina0417/ClassroomLibrary/wish/2159450853 Join a young boy on a journey to learn all about elephants. Are there any similarities between elephants and humans? Check out this wonderfully illustrated book on elephants!

*This book is available through Sarasota County's Public Library system. ]]> 2022-04-27 00:40:04 UTC https://padlet.com/Gina0417/ClassroomLibrary/wish/2159450853 Gina0417 https://padlet.com/Gina0417/ClassroomLibrary/wish/2159452019 Charlie Reese wants a dog. She's wished for a dog everyday since 4th Grade. She's made the wish so many ways and feels like it will never come true. Until she meets Wishbone...

*This book is available through Sarasota County's Public Library system. ]]> 2022-04-27 00:40:58 UTC https://padlet.com/Gina0417/ClassroomLibrary/wish/2159452019 Gina0417 https://padlet.com/Gina0417/ClassroomLibrary/wish/2159452370 When you go owling, you have to be quiet. When you go owling you have to make your own heat. When you go owling you have to be brave. With all that they must do... will a little girl and her dad get to see an owl?

*This book is available through Sarasota County's Public Library system. ]]> 2022-04-27 00:41:15 UTC https://padlet.com/Gina0417/ClassroomLibrary/wish/2159452370 Gina0417 https://padlet.com/Gina0417/ClassroomLibrary/wish/2159455715 Check out the books in this section for fictional and non-fictional books about the world's most loved sports and some of sports' heroes!]]> 2022-04-27 00:43:47 UTC https://padlet.com/Gina0417/ClassroomLibrary/wish/2159455715 Gina0417 https://padlet.com/Gina0417/ClassroomLibrary/wish/2159455967 Love baseball? Love science? Read this interesting book and find out how they work together to make baseball such a fun thing! ]]> 2022-04-27 00:44:00 UTC https://padlet.com/Gina0417/ClassroomLibrary/wish/2159455967 Gina0417 https://padlet.com/Gina0417/ClassroomLibrary/wish/2159456140 All Sylvester wants to do is play baseball. He doesn't want to sit on the bench anymore. One day, Sylvester meets Mr. Baruth who promises that he will make Sylvester the best player, ever. In this story about baseball, also comes lessons on confidence, teamwork, and perseverance. ]]> 2022-04-27 00:44:08 UTC https://padlet.com/Gina0417/ClassroomLibrary/wish/2159456140 Gina0417 https://padlet.com/Gina0417/ClassroomLibrary/wish/2159456369 This book was written by one of baseball's great players - Alex Rodriguez himself! When Alex gets nervous during a very big game, what will he do? His team works together and they win. Now it's off to an even bigger game... how will that go?]]> 2022-04-27 00:44:20 UTC https://padlet.com/Gina0417/ClassroomLibrary/wish/2159456369 Gina0417 https://padlet.com/Gina0417/ClassroomLibrary/wish/2159465911 Purple People ask questions... great questions! Purple People are kind, hardworking, and love to laugh! Read this book and Penny can help you learn how to be a Purple Person! ]]> 2022-04-27 00:52:18 UTC https://padlet.com/Gina0417/ClassroomLibrary/wish/2159465911 Gina0417 https://padlet.com/Gina0417/ClassroomLibrary/wish/2159470525 Penny is back! And this time she's helping us learn how to put our Purple People skills to work in the classroom. It takes curiosity, sharing, hard work.. and of course, LOTS of laughter! ]]> 2022-04-27 00:56:11 UTC https://padlet.com/Gina0417/ClassroomLibrary/wish/2159470525 Gina0417 https://padlet.com/Gina0417/ClassroomLibrary/wish/2159479382 Read the true stories of Jim and Jamie Dutcher to find out what it was like when they lived (yes, really LIVED) among the wolves! ]]> 2022-04-27 01:03:08 UTC https://padlet.com/Gina0417/ClassroomLibrary/wish/2159479382 Gina0417 https://padlet.com/Gina0417/ClassroomLibrary/wish/2165996519 Check this book out for a reimagined take on a classic! When Anne is adopted to help with the family farm, she also brings delightful troubles, misadventures, joy, and triumph. ]]> 2022-05-01 20:42:12 UTC https://padlet.com/Gina0417/ClassroomLibrary/wish/2165996519 Gina0417 https://padlet.com/Gina0417/ClassroomLibrary/wish/2166002690 When used clothing is brought to a refugee camp, Lina is excited to find a sandal that fit her foot. But then she realized another girl had the other shoe. Read or listen to this story to see how Lina and Feroza decide to share the shoes, and learn just how important friendship is! ]]> 2022-05-01 20:55:12 UTC https://padlet.com/Gina0417/ClassroomLibrary/wish/2166002690 Gina0417 https://padlet.com/Gina0417/ClassroomLibrary/wish/2166005642 This book is a reminder for kids and adults alike that no matter who you are, where you are from, or what your story is, the world needs YOU.]]> 2022-05-01 21:02:04 UTC https://padlet.com/Gina0417/ClassroomLibrary/wish/2166005642 Gina0417 https://padlet.com/Gina0417/ClassroomLibrary/wish/2166007721 Candace loves to dance, but not always in the way that her ballet teacher, Miss Grace, wants her to dance. When disaster strikes, can Candace step up and save the day? Read this charming story that will make you laugh out loud to find out! ]]> 2022-05-01 21:07:21 UTC https://padlet.com/Gina0417/ClassroomLibrary/wish/2166007721 Gina0417 https://padlet.com/Gina0417/ClassroomLibrary/wish/2166013946 Cece is starting a new school - at her old school, everyone is deaf. At her new school, she's different. Soon she realizes she can hear her teacher, no matter where the teacher is! Can Cece use this new "power" to help her find true friendship?]]> 2022-05-01 21:20:11 UTC https://padlet.com/Gina0417/ClassroomLibrary/wish/2166013946 Gina0417 https://padlet.com/Gina0417/ClassroomLibrary/wish/2166127858 Omar and his brother live in a refugee camp in Kenya. They've lived there most of their lives. When Omar has an opportunity to go to school, he struggles with knowing that means he has to leave his nonverbal brother each day to attend school. But he also knows it cold be a chance to better their future. Check this story out to see how, even in the most difficult situations, Omar always manages to create a sense of home. ]]> 2022-05-02 00:57:19 UTC https://padlet.com/Gina0417/ClassroomLibrary/wish/2166127858 Gina0417 https://padlet.com/Gina0417/ClassroomLibrary/wish/2168937255 Baby Llama turns bedtime into an all-out llama drama! Tucked into bed by his mama, Baby Llama immediately starts worrying when she goes downstairs, and his soft whimpers turn to hollers when she doesn't come right back. But just in time, Mama returns to set things right. ]]> 2022-05-03 20:34:46 UTC https://padlet.com/Gina0417/ClassroomLibrary/wish/2168937255 Gina0417 https://padlet.com/Gina0417/ClassroomLibrary/wish/2168938056 n this lively alphabet rhyme, all the letters of the alphabet race each other up the coconut tree. Will there be enough room? Oh, no—Chicka Chicka Boom! Boom!]]> 2022-05-03 20:35:35 UTC https://padlet.com/Gina0417/ClassroomLibrary/wish/2168938056 Gina0417 https://padlet.com/Gina0417/ClassroomLibrary/wish/2168938870 Bedtime routines are nice. In this classic story, a little rabbit says "goodnight" to everything in his room, and the moon outside, before going to sleep. ]]> 2022-05-03 20:36:27 UTC https://padlet.com/Gina0417/ClassroomLibrary/wish/2168938870 Gina0417 https://padlet.com/Gina0417/ClassroomLibrary/wish/2168941317 After Teresa's family fled Venezuela and went to the United States, she used playing piano as a way to comfort herself during the trying times of the Civil War. She became well-known and was invited to play for President Abraham Lincoln! ]]> 2022-05-03 20:38:42 UTC https://padlet.com/Gina0417/ClassroomLibrary/wish/2168941317 Gina0417 https://padlet.com/Gina0417/ClassroomLibrary/wish/2168942288 An imaginary friend is born on a far away island. He waits for a real child to choose him.. and he waits, and he waits. Eventually, he decides to go find a friend for himself. ]]> 2022-05-03 20:39:40 UTC https://padlet.com/Gina0417/ClassroomLibrary/wish/2168942288 Gina0417 https://padlet.com/Gina0417/ClassroomLibrary/wish/2168943379 Little Red has other plans when Papa tries to read him a bedtime story before bed. Read this fun story to see if Papa can get through one story without Little Red interrupting!]]> 2022-05-03 20:40:58 UTC https://padlet.com/Gina0417/ClassroomLibrary/wish/2168943379 Gina0417 https://padlet.com/Gina0417/ClassroomLibrary/wish/2168945903 Beatrice is always prepared, for everything. She has never made a mistake. Ever. Until now... and this mistake, she made it in front of her whole class. What can Beatrice learn from making her mistake? ]]> 2022-05-03 20:43:49 UTC https://padlet.com/Gina0417/ClassroomLibrary/wish/2168945903 Gina0417 https://padlet.com/Gina0417/ClassroomLibrary/wish/2168953454 Books in this section were written by Theodor Seuss Geisel, more commonly known as Dr. Seuss. Geisel creatively introduces nonsense words, wild characters, and playful rhymes all while teaching everyday lessons. Here you will find a list of his classic stories that so many of us love! ]]> 2022-05-03 20:52:28 UTC https://padlet.com/Gina0417/ClassroomLibrary/wish/2168953454 Gina0417 https://padlet.com/Gina0417/ClassroomLibrary/wish/2168953908 Sam does not like green eggs and ham. He doesn't like them anywhere, with anything! Can his mind be changed? ]]> 2022-05-03 20:52:59 UTC https://padlet.com/Gina0417/ClassroomLibrary/wish/2168953908 Gina0417 https://padlet.com/Gina0417/ClassroomLibrary/wish/2168954309 The Lorax must defend his home and town from the Once-ler who wants to take all of the trees! He is the Lorax, he speaks for the trees. "Unless someone like you cares a whole awful lot, nothing is going to get better. It's not." ]]> 2022-05-03 20:53:29 UTC https://padlet.com/Gina0417/ClassroomLibrary/wish/2168954309 Gina0417 https://padlet.com/Gina0417/ClassroomLibrary/wish/2168954848 In trademark Dr. Seuss style, take a journey of encouragement to always find the bright side, no matter what challenges are faced, in this humorous, whimsical book. ]]> 2022-05-03 20:54:04 UTC https://padlet.com/Gina0417/ClassroomLibrary/wish/2168954848 Gina0417 https://padlet.com/Gina0417/ClassroomLibrary/wish/2168955132 Sally and her brother are bored. It's raining outside and there's nothing to do. When suddenly, a cat in a hat shows up! What kind of mischief will they get into? ]]> 2022-05-03 20:54:25 UTC https://padlet.com/Gina0417/ClassroomLibrary/wish/2168955132 Gina0417 https://padlet.com/Gina0417/ClassroomLibrary/wish/2168955519 Horton hears something. He KNOWS he does. On a tiny little particle there's an entire miniature world - Whoville! Can Horton save the day and the Whoville?]]> 2022-05-03 20:54:56 UTC https://padlet.com/Gina0417/ClassroomLibrary/wish/2168955519 Gina0417 https://padlet.com/Gina0417/ClassroomLibrary/wish/2168955720 With shoes sticking to ceilings and tigers at school, this is no normal Wednesday! Follow along and count all the crazy things that are going on. ]]> 2022-05-03 20:55:07 UTC https://padlet.com/Gina0417/ClassroomLibrary/wish/2168955720 Gina0417 https://padlet.com/Gina0417/ClassroomLibrary/wish/2168958842 The classic "if you give someone an inch, they'll take a mile". When you give a mouse a cookie, he has to have milk. What else will he need?]]> 2022-05-03 20:58:43 UTC https://padlet.com/Gina0417/ClassroomLibrary/wish/2168958842 Gina0417 https://padlet.com/Gina0417/ClassroomLibrary/wish/2169046169 In this fun rhyming book, two siblings try to pick a pet from the pet store. There are so many to chose from, old and usual or new and unusual...will they ever decide what pet to get? ]]> 2022-05-03 22:49:09 UTC https://padlet.com/Gina0417/ClassroomLibrary/wish/2169046169 Gina0417 https://padlet.com/Gina0417/ClassroomLibrary/wish/2169061270 Meet the bumpy Wump and the singing Ying, and even the winking Yink who drinks pink ink. The silly rhymes and fun characters will have children laughing and learning at the same time. ]]> 2022-05-03 23:12:20 UTC https://padlet.com/Gina0417/ClassroomLibrary/wish/2169061270 Gina0417 https://padlet.com/Gina0417/ClassroomLibrary/wish/2169075261 This category includes some of the classics that adults will remember reading as children themselves. ]]> 2022-05-03 23:30:23 UTC https://padlet.com/Gina0417/ClassroomLibrary/wish/2169075261 Gina0417 https://padlet.com/Gina0417/ClassroomLibrary/wish/2169080576 Jess and Leslie become fast friends when Leslie moves to his school. They spend many days in Terabithia, the enchanted imagined land they invented. But one day Leslie goes by herself and tragedy strikes. ]]> 2022-05-03 23:37:30 UTC https://padlet.com/Gina0417/ClassroomLibrary/wish/2169080576 Gina0417 https://padlet.com/Gina0417/ClassroomLibrary/wish/2169083656 The Tuck family wanders around trying to live normal lives, although they have eternal life because of magic water. Winnie finds out about their secret.. but unfortunately, so does someone else. Can they maintain the secret and make Winnie see that the magic water is more of a curse than a blessing? ]]> 2022-05-03 23:41:14 UTC https://padlet.com/Gina0417/ClassroomLibrary/wish/2169083656 Gina0417 https://padlet.com/Gina0417/ClassroomLibrary/wish/2169101895 Fantastica is slowly decaying and only a real human can help. Bastian accepts the challenge. Jump in and join him on this journey filled with all the wonders of myth and fairytale and he ventures to the Ivory Tower. ]]> 2022-05-04 00:02:13 UTC https://padlet.com/Gina0417/ClassroomLibrary/wish/2169101895 Gina0417 https://padlet.com/Gina0417/ClassroomLibrary/wish/2169108694 This sweet story of love, life, death, and friendship is a classic. Charlotter's Web tells the story of Wilbur the pig and Fern, a young girl who saved Wilbur's life. ]]> 2022-05-04 00:10:00 UTC https://padlet.com/Gina0417/ClassroomLibrary/wish/2169108694 Gina0417 https://padlet.com/Gina0417/ClassroomLibrary/wish/2169114866 Check this Newbery Honor Book out and follow the story of a house painter and his quick, adventurous penguins. ]]> 2022-05-04 00:16:04 UTC https://padlet.com/Gina0417/ClassroomLibrary/wish/2169114866 Gina0417 https://padlet.com/Gina0417/ClassroomLibrary/wish/2169119256 Pippi is eccentric. And all of her eccentricities lead to adventure, after adventure... after adventure. Check this story out to ready about Pippi, her porch horse, and her pet monkey!]]> 2022-05-04 00:20:16 UTC https://padlet.com/Gina0417/ClassroomLibrary/wish/2169119256 Gina0417 https://padlet.com/Gina0417/ClassroomLibrary/wish/2169139784 Simone dreamed of becoming a top gymnast. Check out this book to learn how she made those dreams come true and won 5 Olympic medals before the age of 22! ]]> 2022-05-04 00:37:58 UTC https://padlet.com/Gina0417/ClassroomLibrary/wish/2169139784 Gina0417 https://padlet.com/Gina0417/ClassroomLibrary/wish/2169150928 This picture book tells the inspiring story of Edwin Binney and how he came up with the idea of colorful crayons! ]]> 2022-05-04 00:47:06 UTC https://padlet.com/Gina0417/ClassroomLibrary/wish/2169150928 Gina0417 https://padlet.com/Gina0417/ClassroomLibrary/wish/2169157069 Bubble gum wasn't invented until 1928 when an accountant named Walter Diemer, used his spare time to experiment! Check this book out to read the story and learn fun facts about the history of bubble gum and it's creator. ]]> 2022-05-04 00:52:45 UTC https://padlet.com/Gina0417/ClassroomLibrary/wish/2169157069 Gina0417 https://padlet.com/Gina0417/ClassroomLibrary/wish/2169167688 This is an inspiring true story of NBA star Steph Curry. Always hearing he was too short, or too weak, or not good enough, Stephan Curry beat all odds and followed his dream. ]]> 2022-05-04 00:59:38 UTC https://padlet.com/Gina0417/ClassroomLibrary/wish/2169167688 Gina0417 https://padlet.com/Gina0417/ClassroomLibrary/wish/2169195063 Max knows a lot about soccer... after all, he's been playing soccer for 3 week! Read this book to find out what Max knows, and what he still needs to learn about playing soccer. ]]> 2022-05-04 01:16:29 UTC https://padlet.com/Gina0417/ClassroomLibrary/wish/2169195063 Gina0417 https://padlet.com/Gina0417/ClassroomLibrary/wish/2169202846 It's 1948 and Steve's neighborhood is getting a new family. Some people in the neighborhood aren't excited about it. But soon, Steve realizes that the new neighbor is his hero - Jackie Robinson! This is based on the true story of a boy, Stephen Satlow, in NY who became neighbors and friends with Jackie Robinson. ]]> 2022-05-04 01:22:36 UTC https://padlet.com/Gina0417/ClassroomLibrary/wish/2169202846 Gina0417 https://padlet.com/Gina0417/ClassroomLibrary/wish/2169210814 The Grinch does not like Christmas. He dislikes Christmas so much, he makes a plan to steal Christmas from the people in Whoville. Will Grinch succeed? Will Whoville have a Christmas? Read this story to see what happens.]]> 2022-05-04 01:29:06 UTC https://padlet.com/Gina0417/ClassroomLibrary/wish/2169210814 Gina0417 https://padlet.com/Gina0417/ClassroomLibrary/wish/2169223292 A sweet classic story about a mother's love for her child. No matter how big he gets, or what mischief he gets into.. he will always be her baby. ]]> 2022-05-04 01:40:52 UTC https://padlet.com/Gina0417/ClassroomLibrary/wish/2169223292 Gina0417 https://padlet.com/Gina0417/ClassroomLibrary/wish/2169239951 Born into slavery, Douglass taught himself to read and grew up to be an important figure - an activist, author, and public speaker. Check out this picture book to learn more about his story. ]]> 2022-05-04 01:55:05 UTC https://padlet.com/Gina0417/ClassroomLibrary/wish/2169239951 Gina0417 https://padlet.com/Gina0417/ClassroomLibrary/wish/2169246253 10 year old Opal goes to the local grocery store and comes home with a dog. But this dog is no ordinary dog. "Winn-Dixie" helps Opal make friends. Winn-Dixie gives Opal courage that summer. ]]> 2022-05-04 02:00:39 UTC https://padlet.com/Gina0417/ClassroomLibrary/wish/2169246253 Gina0417 https://padlet.com/Gina0417/ClassroomLibrary/wish/2169253408 This is an inspirational story, told in poem, about standing up for what you believe in, even if you feel like the rest of the world is against you. ]]> 2022-05-04 02:07:28 UTC https://padlet.com/Gina0417/ClassroomLibrary/wish/2169253408 Gina0417 https://padlet.com/Gina0417/ClassroomLibrary/wish/2169259288 After Mary is orphaned, she has to go live with her uncle in Yorkshire. Her uncle ignores her, and most people think she is strange. But she soon meets two friends and together they discover something magical. ]]> 2022-05-04 02:13:20 UTC https://padlet.com/Gina0417/ClassroomLibrary/wish/2169259288 Gina0417 https://padlet.com/Gina0417/ClassroomLibrary/wish/2169265105 This is a coming of age story about 12 year old Astrid who decides to go to derby camp instead of dance camp with her best friend. Astrid has a difficult summer trying to keep up with the older derby girls and hold onto her friendship. What comes of all the change and struggle? Check out this award winning graphic novel to find out!]]> 2022-05-04 02:18:44 UTC https://padlet.com/Gina0417/ClassroomLibrary/wish/2169265105 Gina0417 https://padlet.com/Gina0417/ClassroomLibrary/wish/2169275416 When Billy finally gets his 2 hunting dogs, he's ecstatic. They make the finest hunting team in the area! Tragedy strikes and Billy learns that hope can came out of despair and the future can still be bright. ]]> 2022-05-04 02:28:00 UTC https://padlet.com/Gina0417/ClassroomLibrary/wish/2169275416 Gina0417 https://padlet.com/Gina0417/ClassroomLibrary/wish/2169280634 Crow has lived her entire life on a tiny island in Massachusetts. Abandoned and set adrift in a small boat when she was just hours old, Crow’s only companions are Osh, the man who rescued and raised her, and Miss Maggie, their neighbor. Crow is curious about the world around her, and one night a mysterious fire appears across the water. An unspoken question of her history forms. Soon, an unstoppable chain of events is triggered, leading Crow down a path of discovery and danger.]]> 2022-05-04 02:33:17 UTC https://padlet.com/Gina0417/ClassroomLibrary/wish/2169280634 Gina0417 https://padlet.com/Gina0417/ClassroomLibrary/wish/2169289089 Follow along as Rocket masters the alphabet, sounds out words, and learns to read with the help of his teacher, a little yellow bird. ]]> 2022-05-04 02:41:48 UTC https://padlet.com/Gina0417/ClassroomLibrary/wish/2169289089 Gina0417 https://padlet.com/Gina0417/ClassroomLibrary/wish/2170072223 Classic stories. Fun stories. Pre-emergent and beginning readers will love to have these read to them - and will love to learn to read them for themselves. ]]> 2022-05-04 14:58:44 UTC https://padlet.com/Gina0417/ClassroomLibrary/wish/2170072223 Gina0417 https://padlet.com/Gina0417/ClassroomLibrary/wish/2170076537 Graphic novels are literature, too. Browse this selection for some of today's current favorites. ]]> 2022-05-04 15:00:37 UTC https://padlet.com/Gina0417/ClassroomLibrary/wish/2170076537 Gina0417 https://padlet.com/Gina0417/ClassroomLibrary/wish/2170084872 Stuart is a mouse with a human family. Full of fun and adventure, this story celebrates the journey of Stuart as he navigates life with his family. ]]> 2022-05-04 15:05:36 UTC https://padlet.com/Gina0417/ClassroomLibrary/wish/2170084872 Gina0417 https://padlet.com/Gina0417/ClassroomLibrary/wish/2170095687 "This stunning new book brings history to life as we see the war through the eyes of the young conscripted servicemen on all sides of the conflict."]]> 2022-05-04 15:12:18 UTC https://padlet.com/Gina0417/ClassroomLibrary/wish/2170095687 Gina0417 https://padlet.com/Gina0417/ClassroomLibrary/wish/2170104838 From the moment Mary Poppins arrives at Number Seventeen Cherry-Tree Lane, everyday life at the Banks house is forever changed. It all starts when Mary Poppins is blown by the east wind onto the doorstep of the Banks house. She becomes a most unusual nanny to Jane, Michael, and the twins. Who else but Mary Poppins can slide up banisters, pull an entire armchair out of an empty carpetbag, and make a dose of medicine taste like delicious lime-juice cordial? A day with Mary Poppins is a day of magic and make-believe come to life!]]> 2022-05-04 15:17:42 UTC https://padlet.com/Gina0417/ClassroomLibrary/wish/2170104838 Gina0417 https://padlet.com/Gina0417/ClassroomLibrary/wish/2170119582 Such a fun and interactive book for everyone! Children and adults alike will enjoy the suspense of what happens next when you "press here". ]]> 2022-05-04 15:25:56 UTC https://padlet.com/Gina0417/ClassroomLibrary/wish/2170119582 Gina0417 https://padlet.com/Gina0417/ClassroomLibrary/wish/2170124735 The little learners in your life will love learning the world's biggest words in this fun illustrated picture book for children. ]]> 2022-05-04 15:28:54 UTC https://padlet.com/Gina0417/ClassroomLibrary/wish/2170124735 Gina0417 https://padlet.com/Gina0417/ClassroomLibrary/wish/2170131362 For readers who enjoy Sherlock Holmes and Nancy Drew, check out the Hardy Boys series. With a multitude of books, you'll never run out of stories to read. ]]> 2022-05-04 15:33:09 UTC https://padlet.com/Gina0417/ClassroomLibrary/wish/2170131362 Gina0417 https://padlet.com/Gina0417/ClassroomLibrary/wish/2170196756 A prelude to The Lord of the Rings... Bilbo Baggins is a hobbit who enjoys his normal, comfortable life. But when Gandalf arrives at his doorstep, he is launched into an adventure he'd never forget. "If more of us valued food and cheer and song above hoarded gold, it would be a merrier world."]]> 2022-05-04 16:13:24 UTC https://padlet.com/Gina0417/ClassroomLibrary/wish/2170196756 Gina0417 https://padlet.com/Gina0417/ClassroomLibrary/wish/2170208365 When a tiny fish shoots into view wearing a round blue hat, trouble could be following close behind. So it’s a good thing that enormous fish won’t wake up. And even if he does, it’s not like he’ll ever know what happened... will he?]]> 2022-05-04 16:20:47 UTC https://padlet.com/Gina0417/ClassroomLibrary/wish/2170208365