https://padlet.com/poerboy226/2fr2l3i1b1su Spring 2017, READ 3600 en-us 2017-04-10 12:23:42 UTC 2023-06-18 11:31:46 UTC hello@padlet.com https://padlet-assets.s3.amazonaws.com/icons/Apple.png poerboy226 https://padlet.com/poerboy226/2fr2l3i1b1su/wish/165648912 A classic story about a little caterpillar who just can't get enough to eat! A winner of countless awards and a staple on both teacher's and children's bookshelves alike.]]> 2017-04-10 12:23:42 UTC https://padlet.com/poerboy226/2fr2l3i1b1su/wish/165648912 poerboy226 https://padlet.com/poerboy226/2fr2l3i1b1su/wish/165648914 Book 68 in the series that follows Hank as he tries to stay out trouble, get others out of trouble, and do the right thing!]]> 2017-04-10 12:23:42 UTC https://padlet.com/poerboy226/2fr2l3i1b1su/wish/165648914 poerboy226 https://padlet.com/poerboy226/2fr2l3i1b1su/wish/165648915 A childhood favorite of my own, as I remember sitting in my mother's lap listening to it! A wondering introduction to opposites, counting and dogs with personality!]]> 2017-04-10 12:23:42 UTC https://padlet.com/poerboy226/2fr2l3i1b1su/wish/165648915 poerboy226 https://padlet.com/poerboy226/2fr2l3i1b1su/wish/165648916 Leroy Brown, the son a police chief, becomes a second generation clue solver as he solves mysteries in his city and school.]]> 2017-04-10 12:23:42 UTC https://padlet.com/poerboy226/2fr2l3i1b1su/wish/165648916 poerboy226 https://padlet.com/poerboy226/2fr2l3i1b1su/wish/165648917 A funny, funny read! This could serve as a pallet cleanser after a brain engaging writer's workshop. Food science and asking "what foods are spicy?" could be possible teacher points here.]]> 2017-04-10 12:23:42 UTC https://padlet.com/poerboy226/2fr2l3i1b1su/wish/165648917 poerboy226 https://padlet.com/poerboy226/2fr2l3i1b1su/wish/165648918 The beginning of the Treehouse series! Jack and Annie find themselves in the land of dinosaurs. The only problem is, how to they get back home?]]> 2017-04-10 12:23:42 UTC https://padlet.com/poerboy226/2fr2l3i1b1su/wish/165648918 poerboy226 https://padlet.com/poerboy226/2fr2l3i1b1su/wish/165648919 A cute book with an African-American girl being being the main character.  A great way to encourage children to have all sorts of interests.  Boys don't have to be the only ones to like dinosaurs and girls don't have to be the only one  who play with dolls.]]> 2017-04-10 12:23:42 UTC https://padlet.com/poerboy226/2fr2l3i1b1su/wish/165648919 poerboy226 https://padlet.com/poerboy226/2fr2l3i1b1su/wish/165648920 A beautifully illustrated, wordless book that follows a day in the life of Daisy, a dog and her beloved red ball. A perfect book for preschoolers and using their observation skills.]]> 2017-04-10 12:23:42 UTC https://padlet.com/poerboy226/2fr2l3i1b1su/wish/165648920 poerboy226 https://padlet.com/poerboy226/2fr2l3i1b1su/wish/165648921 This is the first book in the Capital Mysteries series. Important facts and illustrations of famous landmarks in Washington D.C. draw in the young chapter book reader...along with the seemingly rediculous, albeit funny plot line!]]> 2017-04-10 12:23:42 UTC https://padlet.com/poerboy226/2fr2l3i1b1su/wish/165648921 poerboy226 https://padlet.com/poerboy226/2fr2l3i1b1su/wish/165648922 One of the most well known picture books of all time! Two children are given a little nudge by a mischievous, visiting cat, to use their imaginations.]]> 2017-04-10 12:23:42 UTC https://padlet.com/poerboy226/2fr2l3i1b1su/wish/165648922 poerboy226 https://padlet.com/poerboy226/2fr2l3i1b1su/wish/165648923 Written by my favorite children's author, Moe Willems mixes real life pictures and humorous illustrations to tell a tale of his daughter Trixie, and her beloved stuffed animal that she becomes temporarily separated with. ]]> 2017-04-10 12:23:42 UTC https://padlet.com/poerboy226/2fr2l3i1b1su/wish/165648923 poerboy226 https://padlet.com/poerboy226/2fr2l3i1b1su/wish/165648924 Science Fiction meets satire in Huxley's masterpiece which sees humans being mass produced. Production is the most important value in this world's belief system, especially when Henry Ford is treated as their deity ]]> 2017-04-10 12:23:42 UTC https://padlet.com/poerboy226/2fr2l3i1b1su/wish/165648924 poerboy226 https://padlet.com/poerboy226/2fr2l3i1b1su/wish/165648925 A humorous look at the human body. It addresses all the different systems and functions and yes, even poop! Given that the reproductive system is addressed as well, this is a book probably more suitable early middle school ]]> 2017-04-10 12:23:42 UTC https://padlet.com/poerboy226/2fr2l3i1b1su/wish/165648925 poerboy226 https://padlet.com/poerboy226/2fr2l3i1b1su/wish/165648926 Tony Sarg, a puppeteer, uses his imagination at an early age to produce marionette puppets. But he soon uses his creativity to create the majestic balloons that millions see every year in the Macy's Thanksgiving Day Parade!]]> 2017-04-10 12:23:42 UTC https://padlet.com/poerboy226/2fr2l3i1b1su/wish/165648926 poerboy226 https://padlet.com/poerboy226/2fr2l3i1b1su/wish/165648927 Orwell gritty political satire with the stage being a humble farm in England. However, all goes awry with the animals decide to rise up, form a resistance and overtake the farm.]]> 2017-04-10 12:23:42 UTC https://padlet.com/poerboy226/2fr2l3i1b1su/wish/165648927 poerboy226 https://padlet.com/poerboy226/2fr2l3i1b1su/wish/165648928 Book one in the series, Violet, Klaus and Sonny are three children who just can't catch a break! After losing their parents and becoming homeless, things get MUCH worse as they end up moving in with their evil relative, Count Olaf, who is full of schemes and dastardly plans!]]> 2017-04-10 12:23:42 UTC https://padlet.com/poerboy226/2fr2l3i1b1su/wish/165648928 poerboy226 https://padlet.com/poerboy226/2fr2l3i1b1su/wish/165648929 The final book in Moe Willems' Elephant and Piggie series, teaches the importance of being thankful, and most importantly, friendship.]]> 2017-04-10 12:23:42 UTC https://padlet.com/poerboy226/2fr2l3i1b1su/wish/165648929 poerboy226 https://padlet.com/poerboy226/2fr2l3i1b1su/wish/165648930 An graphic novel for early readers not quite ready for a full biography. This telling doesn't go into graphic details that the farm workers faced during this time; which is probably a safe choice by the author, given the intended audience.]]> 2017-04-10 12:23:42 UTC https://padlet.com/poerboy226/2fr2l3i1b1su/wish/165648930 poerboy226 https://padlet.com/poerboy226/2fr2l3i1b1su/wish/165648931 The story of Bass Reeves, one of the first African-American U.S. Marshalls in the 1800s after slavery was abolished. Reeves had over 3,000 criminal arrests over his storied career and is a true legend prior to the civil rights movement. ]]> 2017-04-10 12:23:42 UTC https://padlet.com/poerboy226/2fr2l3i1b1su/wish/165648931 poerboy226 https://padlet.com/poerboy226/2fr2l3i1b1su/wish/165648932 The story of Paul Erdos's childhood is fascinating. He had an almost savant like quality to his mind and how it thinks and operates. He traveled around the world meeting and collaborating with other mathematicians. A great read with beautiful illustrations. ]]> 2017-04-10 12:23:42 UTC https://padlet.com/poerboy226/2fr2l3i1b1su/wish/165648932 poerboy226 https://padlet.com/poerboy226/2fr2l3i1b1su/wish/165648933 As part of the Shadow Squadron series, the military team are in Antarctica trying to solve a mystery, running into a possible sniper that puts them in danger. The book is more tailored to fifth graders and middle school students. ]]> 2017-04-10 12:23:42 UTC https://padlet.com/poerboy226/2fr2l3i1b1su/wish/165648933 poerboy226 https://padlet.com/poerboy226/2fr2l3i1b1su/wish/165648934 An autobiographical telling a Cece Bell's childhood and the challenges of being deaf and having to wear a bulky hearing aide. A great look a past perspectives of how people deal with acceptance and the differences of others.]]> 2017-04-10 12:23:42 UTC https://padlet.com/poerboy226/2fr2l3i1b1su/wish/165648934 poerboy226 https://padlet.com/poerboy226/2fr2l3i1b1su/wish/165649410 The telling of a young Jane Goodall and her toy chimpanzee, Jubilee. This fascination begins Jane dreaming of a day where can help animals and inspire others.]]> 2017-04-10 12:26:08 UTC https://padlet.com/poerboy226/2fr2l3i1b1su/wish/165649410 poerboy226 https://padlet.com/poerboy226/2fr2l3i1b1su/wish/165649553 The telling of how the construction of the Transcontinental Railroad changed transportation, multiple industries, and the way of life for many all across the United States. ]]> 2017-04-10 12:27:03 UTC https://padlet.com/poerboy226/2fr2l3i1b1su/wish/165649553 poerboy226 https://padlet.com/poerboy226/2fr2l3i1b1su/wish/165649667 A classic book show shows children the love parents have for their children....regardless of species]]> 2017-04-10 12:27:48 UTC https://padlet.com/poerboy226/2fr2l3i1b1su/wish/165649667 poerboy226 https://padlet.com/poerboy226/2fr2l3i1b1su/wish/165649793 This is the story of Philippe Petit who famously walked on a tight rope between the twin towers of the World Trade Center in 1974. Fun stories leading to the event are included such as how Petit and his crew had to disguise themselves as construction works just to get on the elevator to ascend to the top to secure the wire]]> 2017-04-10 12:28:38 UTC https://padlet.com/poerboy226/2fr2l3i1b1su/wish/165649793 poerboy226 https://padlet.com/poerboy226/2fr2l3i1b1su/wish/165649964 This follows the journey of Miss Anne Carroll Moore, who created and founded the first children's room in a public library. This led to her overseeing children's library rooms at many New York Public Library branches.]]> 2017-04-10 12:29:31 UTC https://padlet.com/poerboy226/2fr2l3i1b1su/wish/165649964 poerboy226 https://padlet.com/poerboy226/2fr2l3i1b1su/wish/165650081 The inmates run the asylum...or the cows run the barn! At least they try to in the funny book about barnyard animals who find a typewriter and try to give their demands to the farmer.]]> 2017-04-10 12:30:21 UTC https://padlet.com/poerboy226/2fr2l3i1b1su/wish/165650081 poerboy226 https://padlet.com/poerboy226/2fr2l3i1b1su/wish/165650228 A simple telling, yet beautifully illustrated showing of the Apollo 11 mission. This included models of the spacecraft including detailed labeling. A book more appropriate for upper elementary science. ]]> 2017-04-10 12:31:17 UTC https://padlet.com/poerboy226/2fr2l3i1b1su/wish/165650228 poerboy226 https://padlet.com/poerboy226/2fr2l3i1b1su/wish/165650346 A colorful, more palatable telling of the Odyssey. This is more appealing due to the illustrations and the character development being seen in a graphic novel format. ]]> 2017-04-10 12:32:05 UTC https://padlet.com/poerboy226/2fr2l3i1b1su/wish/165650346 poerboy226 https://padlet.com/poerboy226/2fr2l3i1b1su/wish/165650538 A combination of two things children love: pirates and dinosaurs! A great book for a kindergarten class that introduces a cadence and rhyming pattern. ]]> 2017-04-10 12:33:15 UTC https://padlet.com/poerboy226/2fr2l3i1b1su/wish/165650538 poerboy226 https://padlet.com/poerboy226/2fr2l3i1b1su/wish/165653385 Telling a history of gum, which has been around for centuries, Bubble Gum wasn't invented until 1928. Great for a science lesson too when talking about what substances are needed to make gum. ]]> 2017-04-10 12:47:35 UTC https://padlet.com/poerboy226/2fr2l3i1b1su/wish/165653385 poerboy226 https://padlet.com/poerboy226/2fr2l3i1b1su/wish/165653573 A soothing book, where a girl and her grandfather enjoy evening canoe rides while being in the presence of the beauty of nature and wildlife. ]]> 2017-04-10 12:48:37 UTC https://padlet.com/poerboy226/2fr2l3i1b1su/wish/165653573 poerboy226 https://padlet.com/poerboy226/2fr2l3i1b1su/wish/165653786 This was written in celebration of the 50th anniversary of the Woolsworth lunch counter sit-in. This historic peaceful protest became a landmark in the every growing civil rights movement in the 1960s.]]> 2017-04-10 12:49:36 UTC https://padlet.com/poerboy226/2fr2l3i1b1su/wish/165653786 poerboy226 https://padlet.com/poerboy226/2fr2l3i1b1su/wish/165653935 This book Chronicles the wonder any child feels when they wake up and find their yard and house is covered in snow! One of the first Caldecott Award winning books in which the central character is African-American. ]]> 2017-04-10 12:50:24 UTC https://padlet.com/poerboy226/2fr2l3i1b1su/wish/165653935 poerboy226 https://padlet.com/poerboy226/2fr2l3i1b1su/wish/165654239 Still deeply depressed over her mother's passing a year prior, Sofia still can't move on. She writes into a advice column for Fifteen Magazine and finds that her life is far from over!]]> 2017-04-10 12:51:39 UTC https://padlet.com/poerboy226/2fr2l3i1b1su/wish/165654239 poerboy226 https://padlet.com/poerboy226/2fr2l3i1b1su/wish/165654367 A classic that has been translated into numerous languages, this story tells one of a boy and his tree. The boy is selfish, the tree is nothing but selfless...even to the very end. ]]> 2017-04-10 12:52:14 UTC https://padlet.com/poerboy226/2fr2l3i1b1su/wish/165654367 poerboy226 https://padlet.com/poerboy226/2fr2l3i1b1su/wish/165654489 Harper Lee's masterpiece about Atticus Finch, a defense attorney in Alabama who is full of integrity. Deep down he wants to be a good father and do the right thing. The right thing, in this case, is representing an African-American man who is accused of raping a white woman. ]]> 2017-04-10 12:52:49 UTC https://padlet.com/poerboy226/2fr2l3i1b1su/wish/165654489 poerboy226 https://padlet.com/poerboy226/2fr2l3i1b1su/wish/165654645 Milo gets stuck in his life by concluding there is nothing to do and life is boring. When a random tollbooth appears in his room, upon entering, he begins to see that life is anything but boring!]]> 2017-04-10 12:53:33 UTC https://padlet.com/poerboy226/2fr2l3i1b1su/wish/165654645 poerboy226 https://padlet.com/poerboy226/2fr2l3i1b1su/wish/165654839 The story of the Loggerhead Sea Turtle and what it goes through in its life to make its way back to the beach to lay their eggs. ]]> 2017-04-10 12:54:23 UTC https://padlet.com/poerboy226/2fr2l3i1b1su/wish/165654839 poerboy226 https://padlet.com/poerboy226/2fr2l3i1b1su/wish/165655673 This poetic picture book follows the forms water takes throughout all four seasons. A great science lesson for lower elementary students seeing water in a new light.]]> 2017-04-10 12:57:42 UTC https://padlet.com/poerboy226/2fr2l3i1b1su/wish/165655673 poerboy226 https://padlet.com/poerboy226/2fr2l3i1b1su/wish/165655809 I don't think I've ever met a kid who doesn't like this book! It screams to that rebellious side that all of us have (even if just a little). A profound use of imagination to escape problems we all face. ]]> 2017-04-10 12:58:21 UTC https://padlet.com/poerboy226/2fr2l3i1b1su/wish/165655809 poerboy226 https://padlet.com/poerboy226/2fr2l3i1b1su/wish/165656231 Written by Harry Colebourn's great-great granddaughter, the owner of Winnie, this is the true story of a baby black bear and how she became the inspiration for one of the most beloved characters in print!]]> 2017-04-10 12:59:50 UTC https://padlet.com/poerboy226/2fr2l3i1b1su/wish/165656231 poerboy226 https://padlet.com/poerboy226/2fr2l3i1b1su/wish/165656473 Set in post World War 1 Pennsylvania, subjects of bullying, war, prejudice and hatred are addressed. Sometimes coming from characters you would think those subjects would originate from.]]> 2017-04-10 13:00:46 UTC https://padlet.com/poerboy226/2fr2l3i1b1su/wish/165656473 poerboy226 https://padlet.com/poerboy226/2fr2l3i1b1su/wish/165656718 This book tailors to young readers' curiosity of things around them. There are some many things in the yard from gardening, to watering flowers to digging! This book takes a look at a lot of these "things!"]]> 2017-04-10 13:01:37 UTC https://padlet.com/poerboy226/2fr2l3i1b1su/wish/165656718 poerboy226 https://padlet.com/poerboy226/2fr2l3i1b1su/wish/165656941 A perfect commentary for an earth science lesson for K-2nd graders. The cover is attention grabbing! The physical book is also printed on recycled paper bags. A very unique book indeed! ]]> 2017-04-10 13:02:26 UTC https://padlet.com/poerboy226/2fr2l3i1b1su/wish/165656941 poerboy226 https://padlet.com/poerboy226/2fr2l3i1b1su/wish/165657125 Following Oliver and Wilbur back to their childhood, the Wright brothers always had a fascination for anything mechanical. They put that interest to work as adults, when they invented the first working airplane!]]> 2017-04-10 13:03:06 UTC https://padlet.com/poerboy226/2fr2l3i1b1su/wish/165657125 poerboy226 https://padlet.com/poerboy226/2fr2l3i1b1su/wish/165657417 A historical fictional novel about Zane, a 12 year old boy and his dog, who are trapped within the disaster of Hurricane Katrina. He meets people filled with compassion for their fellow man. For grades firth through eighth. ]]> 2017-04-10 13:04:11 UTC https://padlet.com/poerboy226/2fr2l3i1b1su/wish/165657417 poerboy226 https://padlet.com/poerboy226/2fr2l3i1b1su/wish/165667914 2017-04-10 13:38:32 UTC https://padlet.com/poerboy226/2fr2l3i1b1su/wish/165667914 poerboy226 https://padlet.com/poerboy226/2fr2l3i1b1su/wish/165695800 2017-04-10 15:11:24 UTC https://padlet.com/poerboy226/2fr2l3i1b1su/wish/165695800 poerboy226 https://padlet.com/poerboy226/2fr2l3i1b1su/wish/165699225 2017-04-10 15:23:07 UTC https://padlet.com/poerboy226/2fr2l3i1b1su/wish/165699225 poerboy226 https://padlet.com/poerboy226/2fr2l3i1b1su/wish/165702998 2017-04-10 15:36:52 UTC https://padlet.com/poerboy226/2fr2l3i1b1su/wish/165702998 poerboy226 https://padlet.com/poerboy226/2fr2l3i1b1su/wish/165704894 2017-04-10 15:42:46 UTC https://padlet.com/poerboy226/2fr2l3i1b1su/wish/165704894 poerboy226 https://padlet.com/poerboy226/2fr2l3i1b1su/wish/165706729 Get set for adventure, suspense and even some laughs. Huck Finn find himself floating down the Mississippi River with Jim, an escaped slave. The people they encounter on their journey are diverse, from intimidating to whimsical!]]> 2017-04-10 15:49:32 UTC https://padlet.com/poerboy226/2fr2l3i1b1su/wish/165706729 poerboy226 https://padlet.com/poerboy226/2fr2l3i1b1su/wish/166279604 My favorite book as a child, follows a pig, Wilbur, as he makes and unlikely friend who shares a tremendous lesson of compassion. Wilbur takes this lesson to heart shares Charlotte's legacy with others.]]> 2017-04-13 16:06:07 UTC https://padlet.com/poerboy226/2fr2l3i1b1su/wish/166279604