2023 SummerReads ~ Grade 1 by PikeSchoolLibrary https://padlet.com/pike5/23SummerReads1 Get lost in a great book this summer! en-us 2023-05-31 15:09:36 UTC 2025-10-21 06:26:45 UTC hello@padlet.com https://padlet.net/icons/png/1f4da.png Have you ever wondered, "How big is the universe?" PikeSchoolLibrary https://padlet.com/pike5/23SummerReads1/wish/2198726296 Dive in to a fascinating exploration of distance, scale, and measurement - there's a lot to ponder in this illustrated non-fiction text from this year's visiting author. ]]> 2022-05-25 03:48:28 UTC https://padlet.com/pike5/23SummerReads1/wish/2198726296 PikeSchoolLibrary https://padlet.com/pike5/23SummerReads1/wish/2610662666
  • American Indian Youth Literature Award: honoring work by and about American Indians and Alaska Natives.
  • Asian/Pacific American Literature Award: honoring work about Asian/Pacific American heritage.  
  • Mildred L. Batchelder Award: outstanding book published internationally.
  • Pura Belpré Award: excellent portrayal of the Latinx experience. 
  • Randolph Caldecott Award: distinguished illustration. 
  • Theodor Seuss Geisel Award: distinguished book for beginning readers. 
  • Coretta Scott King Book Award: appreciation of African American culture. 
  • John Newbery Award: distinguished writing. 
  • Odyssey Award: best audiobook production.
  • Michael L. Printz Award: literary excellence in young adult literature.
  • Schneider Family Award: artistic expression of the disability experience. 
  • Robert F. Sibert Informational Book Medal: distinguished informational book. 
  • Stonewall Award: exceptional merit relating to the GLBT experience. 
  • Sydney Taylor Book Award: authentic portrayal of the Jewish experience.


    • ]]>     2023-05-31 15:13:33 UTC https://padlet.com/pike5/23SummerReads1/wish/2610662666     "Rambunctious puppy Bo, who lives with his human family on a farm, loses his dog tag and enlists his barnyard animal friends to help him find it." PikeSchoolLibrary https://padlet.com/pike5/23SummerReads1/wish/2610663267 A beginner chapter book with easy-to-read language and adorable illustrations.]]> 2023-05-31 15:13:52 UTC https://padlet.com/pike5/23SummerReads1/wish/2610663267 Ana and Andrew are excited to play team sports! PikeSchoolLibrary https://padlet.com/pike5/23SummerReads1/wish/2610663474 When Andrew is nervous about his first game, his Dad tells him the story of Jackie Robinson.]]> 2023-05-31 15:14:05 UTC https://padlet.com/pike5/23SummerReads1/wish/2610663474 When summer feels too hot, sometimes all you need is a trip to the ocean. PikeSchoolLibrary https://padlet.com/pike5/23SummerReads1/wish/2610663714 Winner of the 2023 Caldecott Medal.]]> 2023-05-31 15:14:16 UTC https://padlet.com/pike5/23SummerReads1/wish/2610663714 A brave owl dreams of becoming a real knight, but can he protect the castle from a dragon? PikeSchoolLibrary https://padlet.com/pike5/23SummerReads1/wish/2610664410 A 2023 Caldecott Honor book.]]> 2023-05-31 15:15:00 UTC https://padlet.com/pike5/23SummerReads1/wish/2610664410 Discover a world of berries as a girl and her grandmother gather gifts from the earth. PikeSchoolLibrary https://padlet.com/pike5/23SummerReads1/wish/2610664518 The latest from the award-winning illustrator of We Are Water Protectors. A 2023 Caldecott Honor book.]]> 2023-05-31 15:15:07 UTC https://padlet.com/pike5/23SummerReads1/wish/2610664518 A biography of Evelyn Glennie, who became the first full-time solo percussionist in the world! PikeSchoolLibrary https://padlet.com/pike5/23SummerReads1/wish/2610665570 A nonfiction picture book about how a deaf woman, Evelyn Glennie, fell in love with music and learned a new way to listen. Winner of the 2023 Schneider Family Award.]]> 2023-05-31 15:16:09 UTC https://padlet.com/pike5/23SummerReads1/wish/2610665570 A story of growing up in Mexico and discovering the true meaning of magic. PikeSchoolLibrary https://padlet.com/pike5/23SummerReads1/wish/2610665847 A 2023 Pura Belpré Honor Book.]]> 2023-05-31 15:16:23 UTC https://padlet.com/pike5/23SummerReads1/wish/2610665847 How does a tiny seed become a huge sunflower? PikeSchoolLibrary https://padlet.com/pike5/23SummerReads1/wish/2610666050 A 2023 Sibert Informational Honor book.]]> 2023-05-31 15:16:34 UTC https://padlet.com/pike5/23SummerReads1/wish/2610666050 Follow Nina as she visits her grandmothers in England and Malaysia! PikeSchoolLibrary https://padlet.com/pike5/23SummerReads1/wish/2610666321 A 2023 Asian/Pacific American Literature Honor book.]]> 2023-05-31 15:16:47 UTC https://padlet.com/pike5/23SummerReads1/wish/2610666321 "Ladies and gentlebugs, presenting the duke of the dandelion patch, champion of truth and justice, the one, the only--Sir Ladybug!" PikeSchoolLibrary https://padlet.com/pike5/23SummerReads1/wish/2610667154 A delightful graphic novel from award-winning author and illustrator Corey Tabor.]]> 2023-05-31 15:17:27 UTC https://padlet.com/pike5/23SummerReads1/wish/2610667154 "Learning to ride a bike is hard. Can I do it? Yes, I can!" PikeSchoolLibrary https://padlet.com/pike5/23SummerReads1/wish/2610667753 A perfect book for new readers!]]> 2023-05-31 15:17:59 UTC https://padlet.com/pike5/23SummerReads1/wish/2610667753 A new friend helps Princess Magnolia save the day! PikeSchoolLibrary https://padlet.com/pike5/23SummerReads1/wish/2610668007 The latest book in the beloved Princess in Black series!]]> 2023-05-31 15:18:15 UTC https://padlet.com/pike5/23SummerReads1/wish/2610668007 Imagine entering the magical pages of a story! PikeSchoolLibrary https://padlet.com/pike5/23SummerReads1/wish/2610668400 Alice takes a journey around the world through her favorite book.]]> 2023-05-31 15:18:36 UTC https://padlet.com/pike5/23SummerReads1/wish/2610668400 A story about a boy and his grandmother as they look for worms in the garden. PikeSchoolLibrary https://padlet.com/pike5/23SummerReads1/wish/2610668561 From the award-winning author and illustrator of I Talk Like a River. Based on the author's own childhood memories. ]]> 2023-05-31 15:18:47 UTC https://padlet.com/pike5/23SummerReads1/wish/2610668561 Gigi can't wait to spend time with her Ojiji from Japan! PikeSchoolLibrary https://padlet.com/pike5/23SummerReads1/wish/2610668913 2023-05-31 15:19:06 UTC https://padlet.com/pike5/23SummerReads1/wish/2610668913 Can these two friends get over their differences? PikeSchoolLibrary https://padlet.com/pike5/23SummerReads1/wish/2610669260 A graphic novel for emerging readers.]]> 2023-05-31 15:19:28 UTC https://padlet.com/pike5/23SummerReads1/wish/2610669260 A true story about a friendship between a man and the penguin he rescues in Brazil. PikeSchoolLibrary https://padlet.com/pike5/23SummerReads1/wish/2610669828 An inspiring story about conservation and wildlife.]]> 2023-05-31 15:20:00 UTC https://padlet.com/pike5/23SummerReads1/wish/2610669828 "Every Friday, in the cafeteria, one of the kids gets up in front of the whole school and does something. A performance. Today it's John's turn." PikeSchoolLibrary https://padlet.com/pike5/23SummerReads1/wish/2610736266 A celebration of individuality.]]> 2023-05-31 16:23:04 UTC https://padlet.com/pike5/23SummerReads1/wish/2610736266 Take a hike with these three friends as they explore the woods! PikeSchoolLibrary https://padlet.com/pike5/23SummerReads1/wish/2610736657 Have fun while learning about the flora and fauna of the forest.]]> 2023-05-31 16:23:33 UTC https://padlet.com/pike5/23SummerReads1/wish/2610736657 Zoom Squirrel wants to feel new emotions but what will happen when he doesn't like these feelings? PikeSchoolLibrary https://padlet.com/pike5/23SummerReads1/wish/2610747074 The newest book in the Unlimited Squirrels series from award-winning author Mo Willems.]]> 2023-05-31 16:32:21 UTC https://padlet.com/pike5/23SummerReads1/wish/2610747074 A journey of self-love! PikeSchoolLibrary https://padlet.com/pike5/23SummerReads1/wish/2610748534 2023-05-31 16:33:47 UTC https://padlet.com/pike5/23SummerReads1/wish/2610748534 James thinks broccoli is disgusting! PikeSchoolLibrary https://padlet.com/pike5/23SummerReads1/wish/2615328095 Dad may or may not have some tricks up his sleeve...]]> 2023-06-06 01:17:12 UTC https://padlet.com/pike5/23SummerReads1/wish/2615328095 Spend a year in the forest celebrating the seasons and nature. PikeSchoolLibrary https://padlet.com/pike5/23SummerReads1/wish/2615344664 A seasonal collection of four forest stories. ]]> 2023-06-06 01:42:45 UTC https://padlet.com/pike5/23SummerReads1/wish/2615344664 The sneaky family cat will do anything to avoid a bath! PikeSchoolLibrary https://padlet.com/pike5/23SummerReads1/wish/2615356959 A silly story told in rhyme.]]> 2023-06-06 02:00:47 UTC https://padlet.com/pike5/23SummerReads1/wish/2615356959 Do you ever wonder about living in a lighthouse? PikeSchoolLibrary https://padlet.com/pike5/23SummerReads1/wish/2616088239 Step back in time and follow one family's adventure. If you're curious, explore this virtual guide to New England's lighthouses. ]]> 2023-06-06 16:36:43 UTC https://padlet.com/pike5/23SummerReads1/wish/2616088239 "Rainbow arches/Joyful marches/Motors roaring/Spirits soaring." PikeSchoolLibrary https://padlet.com/pike5/23SummerReads1/wish/2616174821 Rhyming text captures the joy of a Pride parade. Winner of the 2015 Stonewall Award.]]> 2023-06-06 18:17:14 UTC https://padlet.com/pike5/23SummerReads1/wish/2616174821 Mel is determined to fly! PikeSchoolLibrary https://padlet.com/pike5/23SummerReads1/wish/2616175262 A 2022 Caldecott Honor book.]]> 2023-06-06 18:17:47 UTC https://padlet.com/pike5/23SummerReads1/wish/2616175262 Who's hungry?! PikeSchoolLibrary https://padlet.com/pike5/23SummerReads1/wish/2616175380 Winner of the 2021 Pura Belpré Illustrator Award.]]> 2023-06-06 18:17:56 UTC https://padlet.com/pike5/23SummerReads1/wish/2616175380 Some animals just don't enjoy summer... PikeSchoolLibrary https://padlet.com/pike5/23SummerReads1/wish/2616175581 Find out all about them in this illustrated non-fiction title. A 2022 Sibert Informational Honor book.]]> 2023-06-06 18:18:12 UTC https://padlet.com/pike5/23SummerReads1/wish/2616175581 Can anything be a hat? PikeSchoolLibrary https://padlet.com/pike5/23SummerReads1/wish/2616180751 "Some people think hats are fancy things you can buy at a dressy store, but that's just the tip of the iceberg."]]> 2023-06-06 18:23:59 UTC https://padlet.com/pike5/23SummerReads1/wish/2616180751 Time for a drive to the country! PikeSchoolLibrary https://padlet.com/pike5/23SummerReads1/wish/2616183417 A child uses their five senses to explore a meadow filled with flowers. A 2022 Caldecott Honor book.]]> 2023-06-06 18:27:00 UTC https://padlet.com/pike5/23SummerReads1/wish/2616183417 Winter is coming. Cornbread is getting ready, but Poppy is playing. PikeSchoolLibrary https://padlet.com/pike5/23SummerReads1/wish/2616183751 Enjoy all the titles in this gentle early reader series.]]> 2023-06-06 18:27:23 UTC https://padlet.com/pike5/23SummerReads1/wish/2616183751 What does it mean to be strong? PikeSchoolLibrary https://padlet.com/pike5/23SummerReads1/wish/2616186512 A memoir of the first openly gay strongman competitor. A 2023 Stonewall Honor book.]]> 2023-06-06 18:30:36 UTC https://padlet.com/pike5/23SummerReads1/wish/2616186512 What would it be like to live in a farmhouse? PikeSchoolLibrary https://padlet.com/pike5/23SummerReads1/wish/2616186798 Based a true story of twelve children growing up together in a historic farmhouse.]]> 2023-06-06 18:30:47 UTC https://padlet.com/pike5/23SummerReads1/wish/2616186798 A grandmother spends time in her garden with her granddaughters exploring their connection to nature. PikeSchoolLibrary https://padlet.com/pike5/23SummerReads1/wish/2616189334 Winner of the 2023 Pura Belpré Award. ]]> 2023-06-06 18:33:57 UTC https://padlet.com/pike5/23SummerReads1/wish/2616189334 What do you like to do at the beach? PikeSchoolLibrary https://padlet.com/pike5/23SummerReads1/wish/2617322542 Enjoy the infinite possibilities of this wordless picture book.]]> 2023-06-07 16:38:48 UTC https://padlet.com/pike5/23SummerReads1/wish/2617322542 Eyes have so many different shapes. PikeSchoolLibrary https://padlet.com/pike5/23SummerReads1/wish/2617322784 A celebration of heritage and identity.

    ]]>     2023-06-07 16:39:07 UTC https://padlet.com/pike5/23SummerReads1/wish/2617322784     Fox is sure the night is full of monsters. PikeSchoolLibrary https://padlet.com/pike5/23SummerReads1/wish/2617323668 The winner of the 2022 Theodor Seuss Geisel Award.]]> 2023-06-07 16:40:01 UTC https://padlet.com/pike5/23SummerReads1/wish/2617323668 A beautiful story of friendship and special memories. PikeSchoolLibrary https://padlet.com/pike5/23SummerReads1/wish/2617328942 2023-06-07 16:46:10 UTC https://padlet.com/pike5/23SummerReads1/wish/2617328942 "I am Ashima. What I do is climb. What I do is solve problems, which is to say, I make them mine." PikeSchoolLibrary https://padlet.com/pike5/23SummerReads1/wish/2617826209 Japanese American teen rock-climbing champion Ashima Shiraishi shows that anything is possible with the right mindset.]]> 2023-06-08 04:01:42 UTC https://padlet.com/pike5/23SummerReads1/wish/2617826209 Fatima's family is going on their first camping trip! PikeSchoolLibrary https://padlet.com/pike5/23SummerReads1/wish/2618391405 2023-06-08 14:53:07 UTC https://padlet.com/pike5/23SummerReads1/wish/2618391405 A celebration of families! PikeSchoolLibrary https://padlet.com/pike5/23SummerReads1/wish/2618392334 The latest book from the illustrator of Bear and Wolf and Dragons Love Tacos.]]> 2023-06-08 14:54:10 UTC https://padlet.com/pike5/23SummerReads1/wish/2618392334 Can Zuri's Dad help create an extra-special hair style? PikeSchoolLibrary https://padlet.com/pike5/23SummerReads1/wish/2618392432 2023-06-08 14:54:16 UTC https://padlet.com/pike5/23SummerReads1/wish/2618392432 "I'm bored. So bored!" PikeSchoolLibrary https://padlet.com/pike5/23SummerReads1/wish/2618395143 A hilarious story to conquer boredom!]]> 2023-06-08 14:57:24 UTC https://padlet.com/pike5/23SummerReads1/wish/2618395143 Mom and daughter are excited for their favorite day, but what will happen when their plans go awry? PikeSchoolLibrary https://padlet.com/pike5/23SummerReads1/wish/2618459817 From the Caldecott Honor winner of Thank You, Omu!]]> 2023-06-08 16:16:15 UTC https://padlet.com/pike5/23SummerReads1/wish/2618459817 Shirley has big dreams about gefilte fish! PikeSchoolLibrary https://padlet.com/pike5/23SummerReads1/wish/2618540123 A 2023 Sydney Taylor Honor book.]]> 2023-06-08 18:19:42 UTC https://padlet.com/pike5/23SummerReads1/wish/2618540123 "Lee will not give up until he can show his big sister Zora, a.k.a. the boss, how good he can sew." PikeSchoolLibrary https://padlet.com/pike5/23SummerReads1/wish/2618544904 A 2023 Coretta Scott King Honor book.]]> 2023-06-08 18:27:54 UTC https://padlet.com/pike5/23SummerReads1/wish/2618544904 "Two friends share their delight in the little things that set them apart, and the big things that bring them together." PikeSchoolLibrary https://padlet.com/pike5/23SummerReads1/wish/2619602657 A beautiful collaboration between author Julie Fogliano and award-winning illustrators Molly Idle and Juana Martinez-Neal.]]> 2023-06-09 21:26:49 UTC https://padlet.com/pike5/23SummerReads1/wish/2619602657 "A class that is terribly disappointed in their lack of a class pet discovers that having a class plant is the best thing ever." PikeSchoolLibrary https://padlet.com/pike5/23SummerReads1/wish/2619975469 2023-06-10 20:29:24 UTC https://padlet.com/pike5/23SummerReads1/wish/2619975469 "What do you see when you look in the mirror, Mei?" PikeSchoolLibrary https://padlet.com/pike5/23SummerReads1/wish/2619977652 2023-06-10 20:41:04 UTC https://padlet.com/pike5/23SummerReads1/wish/2619977652 "Remember the sky you were born under...Know each of the star's stories." PikeSchoolLibrary https://padlet.com/pike5/23SummerReads1/wish/2619978173 U.S. Poet Laureate Joy Harjo, a member of the Mvskoke Nation, has written a timeless poem about the the earth and our place in it, beautifully illustrated by award-winning Tlingit artist Michaela Goade. ]]> 2023-06-10 20:42:28 UTC https://padlet.com/pike5/23SummerReads1/wish/2619978173 "Discover the magical depths of the kelp forest, and all the fascinating creatures living just a paddle's length away-both over and under the waves" PikeSchoolLibrary https://padlet.com/pike5/23SummerReads1/wish/2619979343 2023-06-10 20:47:39 UTC https://padlet.com/pike5/23SummerReads1/wish/2619979343 "Meet Sun: He's a star! And not just any star--he's one in a billion. He lights up our solar system and makes life possible." PikeSchoolLibrary https://padlet.com/pike5/23SummerReads1/wish/2619980109 2023-06-10 20:50:45 UTC https://padlet.com/pike5/23SummerReads1/wish/2619980109 Follows the daily lives of seven children from around the world! PikeSchoolLibrary https://padlet.com/pike5/23SummerReads1/wish/2619982370 2023-06-10 21:02:46 UTC https://padlet.com/pike5/23SummerReads1/wish/2619982370 Where is the family going on this nighttime adventure? PikeSchoolLibrary https://padlet.com/pike5/23SummerReads1/wish/2619984937 Originally published in French.]]> 2023-06-10 21:16:47 UTC https://padlet.com/pike5/23SummerReads1/wish/2619984937 "Sisters Faizah and Asiyah learn how to spread kindness on school picture day." PikeSchoolLibrary https://padlet.com/pike5/23SummerReads1/wish/2619985686 The sequel to The Proudest Blue.]]> 2023-06-10 21:20:28 UTC https://padlet.com/pike5/23SummerReads1/wish/2619985686 Can Poppy & Sam use their detective skills to solve the mystery? PikeSchoolLibrary https://padlet.com/pike5/23SummerReads1/wish/2619987153 2023-06-10 21:28:05 UTC https://padlet.com/pike5/23SummerReads1/wish/2619987153