Chatham Summer Reading Kick-Off! by Heather Rocco https://padlet.com/hrocco/SDOCSummerReading What books do you want to read this summer? Why is it so important to read? Listen to some of our favorite authors and teachers read from books they love and explain why they love to read! en-us 2020-05-18 12:51:05 UTC 2025-09-25 12:57:40 UTC hello@padlet.com https://padlet.net/icons/png/1f4da.png The Last Stop on Market Street by Matt De La Pena hrocco https://padlet.com/hrocco/SDOCSummerReading/wish/580771126 Ms. Rocco is the K - 12 ELA Supervisor for Chatham. She recommends you read the book, The Last Stop on Market Street. 
CLICK HERE for more information!]]> 2020-05-18 18:54:03 UTC https://padlet.com/hrocco/SDOCSummerReading/wish/580771126 Good Night, Good Knight by Shelley Moore Thomas https://padlet.com/hrocco/SDOCSummerReading/wish/581122219 Mrs. Kressler is a kindergarten teacher at Washington Avenue School.  She recommends you read Good Night, Good Knight. 
CLICK HERE for more information.]]> 2020-05-18 22:07:06 UTC https://padlet.com/hrocco/SDOCSummerReading/wish/581122219 Strega Nonna's Magic Lessons by Tomie de Paola https://padlet.com/hrocco/SDOCSummerReading/wish/584740154 Mr. D'Aloia the K-3 Library Media Specialist at Southern Boulevard School recommends you read this book.
CLICK HERE for more information.

]]> 2020-05-20 12:37:37 UTC https://padlet.com/hrocco/SDOCSummerReading/wish/584740154 My Rotten Redheaded Older Brother by Patricia Polacco https://padlet.com/hrocco/SDOCSummerReading/wish/585179232  Mrs Berger is a second grade teacher at Milton Avenue School. She recommends you read the book,  My Rotten Redheaded Brother. 
CLICK HERE for more information. ]]> 2020-05-20 15:39:09 UTC https://padlet.com/hrocco/SDOCSummerReading/wish/585179232 The Good Egg by Jory John and Pete Oswald https://padlet.com/hrocco/SDOCSummerReading/wish/585414518 Miss Militello is a first grade teacher at Southern Boulevard School. She recommends that you read the book, The Good Egg. CLICK HERE fo rmore information. ]]> 2020-05-20 17:16:07 UTC https://padlet.com/hrocco/SDOCSummerReading/wish/585414518 The One and Only Ivan https://padlet.com/hrocco/SDOCSummerReading/wish/585936622 Mrs. Mills is the School Librarian at Milton Avenue School.  She recommends, The One and Only Ivan and the companion books, Ivan: the remarkable true story of the shopping mall gorilla, and the recently released The One and Only Bob.  Consider purchasing your summer reading books from a local bookseller - The Book House in Millburn or Indigo at the Short Hills Mall.  Both offer delivery and pickup!]]> 2020-05-20 22:31:12 UTC https://padlet.com/hrocco/SDOCSummerReading/wish/585936622 Mrs. Frisby and the Rats of NIMH https://padlet.com/hrocco/SDOCSummerReading/wish/586062111 Mrs. Rockoff is a third grade teacher at Milton Avenue School.  She recommends you read, Mrs. Frisby and the Rats Of NIMH.  An adventure story within another adventure story!  You can find more information about it by clicking here.]]> 2020-05-21 00:34:23 UTC https://padlet.com/hrocco/SDOCSummerReading/wish/586062111 Dear Girl & Dear Boy https://padlet.com/hrocco/SDOCSummerReading/wish/587330120 Mrs. Wertheim is a kindergarten teacher at Milton Avenue School.  She recommends that you read Dear Girl and Dear Boy!  Both books share powerful messages for girls and boys!
CLICK HERE for info on Dear Girl.
CLICK HERE for info on Dear Boy.]]> 2020-05-21 16:15:46 UTC https://padlet.com/hrocco/SDOCSummerReading/wish/587330120 The Best Story by Eileen Spinelli nfanning https://padlet.com/hrocco/SDOCSummerReading/wish/587703755 Mrs. Fanning teaches kindergarten at Milton Avenue School. You should read this story if you have ever had a hard time writing a new story.
CLICK HERE for more information.]]> 2020-05-21 19:13:26 UTC https://padlet.com/hrocco/SDOCSummerReading/wish/587703755 Stand Tall, Molly Lou Melon by Patty Lovell https://padlet.com/hrocco/SDOCSummerReading/wish/587804592 Mrs. Volker is a first grade teacher at Washington Avenue School.  She recommend you read the book Stand Tall, Molly Lou Melon  and the companion books,  Have Fun, Molly Lou Melon and Speak Up, Molly Lou Melon. You can find the her books by clicking on the book titles above. ]]> 2020-05-21 20:16:36 UTC https://padlet.com/hrocco/SDOCSummerReading/wish/587804592 The Polar Express mszoke1 https://padlet.com/hrocco/SDOCSummerReading/wish/589439234 by Chris VanAllsburg

Hi - I am Mrs. Szoke, the Washington Avenue Librarian.  I want to recommend The Polar Express by Chris VanAllsburg.  This fantastic book is great at any time of year and will lift all our spirits.
Enjoy!

You can have this book delivered to your doorstep! 
CLICK HERE for more information.]]> 2020-05-22 17:25:58 UTC https://padlet.com/hrocco/SDOCSummerReading/wish/589439234 Seven Clues to Home by Nora Raleigh Baskin and Gae Polisner hrocco https://padlet.com/hrocco/SDOCSummerReading/wish/597861077 A very special reading from the co-authors of Seven Clues to Home, which hits the bookstores TODAY!
CLICK HERE for more information on this book. ]]> 2020-05-27 20:46:25 UTC https://padlet.com/hrocco/SDOCSummerReading/wish/597861077 Be You! by Peter H. Reynolds https://padlet.com/hrocco/SDOCSummerReading/wish/599372565 Mrs. Piccola is a second grade teacher at Southern Boulevard School.  She recommends that you read this book  and always remember to "Be You!"
Click HERE for more information.]]> 2020-05-28 15:10:02 UTC https://padlet.com/hrocco/SDOCSummerReading/wish/599372565 Third-Grade Detectives #1 By George E. Stanley https://padlet.com/hrocco/SDOCSummerReading/wish/599934667 Mrs. Sennett teaches Basic Skills at Southern Boulevard School.  If you are interested in starting a mystery series I think you will like this book.
CLICK HERE for more information.]]> 2020-05-28 19:42:31 UTC https://padlet.com/hrocco/SDOCSummerReading/wish/599934667 Way Past Mad by Hallee Adelman illustrated by Sandra de la Prada https://padlet.com/hrocco/SDOCSummerReading/wish/599964714 Author Hallee Adelman eats sour gummies when she wants her face to look mad. She is excited to read from Way Past Mad! If you like this book or want to order Hallee's other titles, click here: ]]> 2020-05-28 19:59:59 UTC https://padlet.com/hrocco/SDOCSummerReading/wish/599964714 The Legend of Rock Paper Scissors https://padlet.com/hrocco/SDOCSummerReading/wish/600075439 Mrs. Moran is a kindergarten teacher at Southern Boulevard School.  She LOVES books!  This is a newer favorite by the author of The Day the Crayons Quit, so if you liked that, you'll probably enjoy this!  You can learn more about the book by clicking here!]]> 2020-05-28 21:13:17 UTC https://padlet.com/hrocco/SDOCSummerReading/wish/600075439 The Day the Crayons Quit by Drew Daywalt https://padlet.com/hrocco/SDOCSummerReading/wish/601103068 Mr. Vogel is a second grade teacher at SBS. If you enjoy coloring you will LOVE this book.
CLICK HERE for more information.]]> 2020-05-29 13:01:30 UTC https://padlet.com/hrocco/SDOCSummerReading/wish/601103068 My Pet Human by Yasmine Surovec https://padlet.com/hrocco/SDOCSummerReading/wish/601259134 Mrs. Cervone is a teacher at WAS.  If you like to laugh and enjoy chapter books with fun illustrations, you should try this one. Plus it's a great book to read on your own or share with someone. Here is one way to get more information about the book.]]> 2020-05-29 14:19:39 UTC https://padlet.com/hrocco/SDOCSummerReading/wish/601259134 Officer Buckle And Gloria by Peggy Rathmann https://padlet.com/hrocco/SDOCSummerReading/wish/601692441 Mr. DiNiro is the Security Officer at Milton Avenue School.  This book will make you laugh when you see what Gloria the police dog does during the assembly for the kids at school.
CLICK HERE for more information. ]]> 2020-05-29 18:08:04 UTC https://padlet.com/hrocco/SDOCSummerReading/wish/601692441 Wolf! by Becky Bloom https://padlet.com/hrocco/SDOCSummerReading/wish/602655915 Mrs. Walsh is a teacher at Milton Avenue School. If you like to laugh and want to practice reading with expression you should try this book!  Click here for more information about this picture book.]]> 2020-05-30 18:54:49 UTC https://padlet.com/hrocco/SDOCSummerReading/wish/602655915 Monkey & Robot: Friends and Neighbors, written and illustrated by Peter Catalanotto https://padlet.com/hrocco/SDOCSummerReading/wish/602734373 Author/illustrator Peter Catalanotto shares his latest book,  four more Monkey & Robot stories, this time in a graphic novel format!
CLICK HERE to read more information about the latest book in the Monkey and Robot series!]]> 2020-05-30 21:05:17 UTC https://padlet.com/hrocco/SDOCSummerReading/wish/602734373 Bear Snores On by Karma Wilson https://padlet.com/hrocco/SDOCSummerReading/wish/603377013 Mrs. Herr is a Basic Skills teacher at SBS.  She recommends, Bear Snores On and the other picture books in this series.  Go on a rhyming reading adventure with Bear and his animal friends throughout the forest.   Consider purchasing this book from a local bookseller  - The Book House in Millburn or Indigo at the Short Hills Mall.]]> 2020-05-31 15:21:26 UTC https://padlet.com/hrocco/SDOCSummerReading/wish/603377013 Remarkably You: By Pat Zietlow Miller https://padlet.com/hrocco/SDOCSummerReading/wish/603558838 Miss Brief is a 2nd grade teacher at SBS. She loves reading books to her students that teach important life lessons.
CLICK HERE for more information. ]]> 2020-05-31 18:42:41 UTC https://padlet.com/hrocco/SDOCSummerReading/wish/603558838 Kingdom Keepers Disney After Dark by Ridley Pearson https://padlet.com/hrocco/SDOCSummerReading/wish/603854417 Hi, I'm Mrs. Izsa a third grade teacher at Southern Blvd. School.  I highly recommend Kingdom Keepers Disney After Dark.  If you like Disney World, and you like adventure this is a book you will love!  For more information on this first book in the series of Kingdom Keepers books, you can click HERE!]]> 2020-06-01 00:40:23 UTC https://padlet.com/hrocco/SDOCSummerReading/wish/603854417 Ramona Quimby, Age 8 https://padlet.com/hrocco/SDOCSummerReading/wish/603930337 Mrs. McMurry is a Basic Skills  teacher at Milton Avenue School.  This book is written by one of my favorite authors!  Beverly Cleary certainly entertains with her many series.  Consider purchasing this book from a local bookseller  like
The Book House in Millburn or Indigo at the Short Hills Mall.]]> 2020-06-01 01:55:48 UTC https://padlet.com/hrocco/SDOCSummerReading/wish/603930337 The Million Dollar Shot by Dan Gutman https://padlet.com/hrocco/SDOCSummerReading/wish/605115276 Hello! I'm Mrs. Rosenstein, a third grade teacher at SBS.  I am recommending The Million Dollar Shot by Dan Gutman. I like this book because it is a story  with characters  who seem like real kids that I could know. I will read you a teaser from The Million Dollar Shot.
CLICK HERE for more information.]]> 2020-06-01 16:06:11 UTC https://padlet.com/hrocco/SDOCSummerReading/wish/605115276 Top Secret by John Reynolds Gardiner https://padlet.com/hrocco/SDOCSummerReading/wish/606806800 Mrs. Kurlak is a 3rd grade teacher at MAS. She recommends you read Top Secret. It is a funny book about a 9 year old boy who through a science fair project and the study of photosynthesis starts to become a plant! 
CLICK HERE for more information. ]]> 2020-06-02 12:57:24 UTC https://padlet.com/hrocco/SDOCSummerReading/wish/606806800 Dog Breath by Dav Pilkey https://padlet.com/hrocco/SDOCSummerReading/wish/607044811 Mr. Andreazza is the Principal at Milton Avenue School, and he recommends reading Dog Breath by Dav Pilkey!
CLICK HERE for more information! ]]> 2020-06-02 14:53:03 UTC https://padlet.com/hrocco/SDOCSummerReading/wish/607044811 Wishtree by Katherine Applegate https://padlet.com/hrocco/SDOCSummerReading/wish/607110403 Hi! I'm Miss Jackameit, a fifth grade teacher at LAF. I love the summer because there is so much time to read. Wishtree is one of my absolute favorite books - after all, we all have wishes. To learn more about Wishtree you can click here. ]]> 2020-06-02 15:22:21 UTC https://padlet.com/hrocco/SDOCSummerReading/wish/607110403 The Rainbow Fish by Marcus Pfister https://padlet.com/hrocco/SDOCSummerReading/wish/607112338 Miss Flanagan in a 2nd grade teacher at Washington Avenue School. She recommends you read The Rainbow Fish by Marcus Pfister. It has amazing pictures and the main character learns a great lesson. Enjoy!
CLICK HERE for more information.]]> 2020-06-02 15:23:14 UTC https://padlet.com/hrocco/SDOCSummerReading/wish/607112338 A Tale of Two Dogs by Steven Kroll https://padlet.com/hrocco/SDOCSummerReading/wish/607142408 Mrs. Kerr is a teacher at Milton Avenue School. She recommends you read A Tale of Two Dogs. It is a story of a dog named Morgan who is a happy, friendly, slobbery dog. But...Morgan is also a nuisance!
CLICK HERE for more information.]]> 2020-06-02 15:37:44 UTC https://padlet.com/hrocco/SDOCSummerReading/wish/607142408 How to Eat Fried Worms by Thomas Rockwell hrocco https://padlet.com/hrocco/SDOCSummerReading/wish/607374339 Hi readers, this is Mrs. Derych, 3rd grade teacher at SBS! Check out this AWESOME book, you're going to love it!

CLICK HERE for more information. ]]> 2020-06-02 17:34:58 UTC https://padlet.com/hrocco/SDOCSummerReading/wish/607374339 Ribbit! Written by Rodrigo Folguiera and Illustrated by Poly Berantene hrocco https://padlet.com/hrocco/SDOCSummerReading/wish/607383567 Mrs. Conti is a Kindergarten Teacher at Southern Boulevard School and she LOVES sharing the story Ribbit! by Rodrigo Folgueira with her Kindergarten classes! Her students always enjoy being part of the story by reading aloud with her each time she reads the word RIBBIT! She hopes you enjoy it too!
More information on Ribbit! can be found by clicking HERE. 
]]> 2020-06-02 17:39:48 UTC https://padlet.com/hrocco/SDOCSummerReading/wish/607383567 Grampoppa: A Poem with Pictures Written by Anna J. Small Roseboro and Illustrated by Jayamini Attanayaki hrocco https://padlet.com/hrocco/SDOCSummerReading/wish/607400890 Anna J. Small Roseboro is a wife, mother, and long-time teacher who encourages readers to write and share their family stories. At the end of this book, she invites you to write your own tribute poem for a family member too!
CLICK HERE for more information on this book. ]]> 2020-06-02 17:49:06 UTC https://padlet.com/hrocco/SDOCSummerReading/wish/607400890 Goldfish On Vacation by Sally Lloyd-Jones and Illustrated by Leo Espinosa https://padlet.com/hrocco/SDOCSummerReading/wish/607414919 Miss Seiferas is a Second Grade Teacher at Southern Boulevard School, and she loves to read! Have you ever wondered if your pets could go on a vacation without you? If you have, then you should definitely read Goldfish On Vacation!
CLICK HERE for more information.]]> 2020-06-02 17:56:19 UTC https://padlet.com/hrocco/SDOCSummerReading/wish/607414919 How to Steal a Dog by Barbara O'Connor https://padlet.com/hrocco/SDOCSummerReading/wish/607563676 Mrs. Gangaware is a Third Grade Teacher at Washington Ave School and she would like to recommend How to Steal a Dog by Barbara O'Connor
To purchase CLICK HERE. ]]> 2020-06-02 19:23:23 UTC https://padlet.com/hrocco/SDOCSummerReading/wish/607563676 The Princess and the Pizza by Mary Jane and Herm Auch https://padlet.com/hrocco/SDOCSummerReading/wish/607673156 Ms. Aquilina is a first grade teacher at SBS. Reading is one of my passions. I hope you find great stories to read this summer!
CLICK HERE for more information.]]> 2020-06-02 20:38:22 UTC https://padlet.com/hrocco/SDOCSummerReading/wish/607673156 Step 2: Choose a TBR List! hrocco https://padlet.com/hrocco/SDOCSummerReading/wish/607679276 Choose one of these Summer "To Be Read" List templates (see below), OR make one of your very own!

Option #1: If you prefer to write your book list on a blank page or to paste copies of the book covers you want to read, make a copy of this document.

Option #2: If you want to write your book list on lines, make a copy of this document.   

]]> 2020-06-02 20:42:17 UTC https://padlet.com/hrocco/SDOCSummerReading/wish/607679276 A Mango-Shaped Space by Wendy Mass https://padlet.com/hrocco/SDOCSummerReading/wish/607680742 Mrs. Noonan is a third grade teacher at SBS. Reading is one of my favorite activities, especially in the summer!  If you liked the book and the movie, Wonder, give this book a try! I hope you have a wonderful summer filled with great books!
CLICK HERE for more information.]]> 2020-06-02 20:43:25 UTC https://padlet.com/hrocco/SDOCSummerReading/wish/607680742 Step 3: Build Your List hrocco https://padlet.com/hrocco/SDOCSummerReading/wish/607682869 Watch as many Book Talks as you choose today, and add book titles to your Summer TBR List! ]]> 2020-06-02 20:44:54 UTC https://padlet.com/hrocco/SDOCSummerReading/wish/607682869 Step 1: Watch this video! hrocco https://padlet.com/hrocco/SDOCSummerReading/wish/607687737 In this short video, Ms. Rocco explains how to use this Padlet and the resources to kick off your summer reading! ]]> 2020-06-02 20:48:40 UTC https://padlet.com/hrocco/SDOCSummerReading/wish/607687737 There’s a Wocket in my Pocket by Dr. Seuss. https://padlet.com/hrocco/SDOCSummerReading/wish/607689047 Mrs. Clifford is a First Grade Teacher at Southern Boulevard School and she LOVES read alouds! She loves to read Dr. Seuss books because most of them are funny and rhyme! Most Dr. Seuss books are fun to read because they're silly with tons of tongue twisters! If you’ve never read There’s a Wocket in my Pocket by Dr. Seuss! Check it out!
CLICK HERE for more information.]]> 2020-06-02 20:49:42 UTC https://padlet.com/hrocco/SDOCSummerReading/wish/607689047 hrocco https://padlet.com/hrocco/SDOCSummerReading/wish/607691886 It is challenging to get the things we need these days, including books! We hope the links below help you find books you will read and love this summer! ]]> 2020-06-02 20:51:48 UTC https://padlet.com/hrocco/SDOCSummerReading/wish/607691886 Chatham Library's Digital Resource for Kids hrocco https://padlet.com/hrocco/SDOCSummerReading/wish/607694901 Our very own town library has lots of resources for our youngest readers. Follow the link below to see what they offer!]]> 2020-06-02 20:54:15 UTC https://padlet.com/hrocco/SDOCSummerReading/wish/607694901 Chatham Library's Digital Content hrocco https://padlet.com/hrocco/SDOCSummerReading/wish/607698440 The Chatham Library has phenomenal access to ebooks and audio books for kids and adults alike! While we hope they resume regular library access whenever it is safe to do so, the digital library helps us continue our reading lives in the meantime! ]]> 2020-06-02 20:57:10 UTC https://padlet.com/hrocco/SDOCSummerReading/wish/607698440 The Book House hrocco https://padlet.com/hrocco/SDOCSummerReading/wish/607702202 The Book House is an independent bookstore located in Millburn. The owner, Nadege Nicoll, is a knowledgeable bookseller who always make great book recommendations for kids. If you want to support a local business owner and purchase books, please reach out to her. Curbside pick up and delivery are available. ]]> 2020-06-02 20:59:33 UTC https://padlet.com/hrocco/SDOCSummerReading/wish/607702202 Step 4: Share Your List hrocco https://padlet.com/hrocco/SDOCSummerReading/wish/607708883 Take a selfie (or a "shelfie") with your TBR List and post it on you class's FlipGrid later today. If you already know, share what book you want to read first!  

Then post your TBR List somewhere in your house so you can see it. Be sure to check off the books as you read them! 

If you find new books you want to read, make another TBR list!]]> 2020-06-02 21:04:31 UTC https://padlet.com/hrocco/SDOCSummerReading/wish/607708883 The Relatives Came written by Cynthia Rylant and illustrated by Stephen Gammell https://padlet.com/hrocco/SDOCSummerReading/wish/607765275 Mrs. Casano-Boris is a retired teacher and a paraprofessional at Milton Avenue School. She would like to recommend to you the book entitled, The Relatives Came! It is a wonderful summer story that can be read with the entire family! This book can be found on amazon.com, barnesandnoble.com, and at your local library. Have a fantastic summer and happy reading!
CLICK HERE for more information.]]> 2020-06-02 21:53:46 UTC https://padlet.com/hrocco/SDOCSummerReading/wish/607765275 I Wanna Iguana by Karen Kaufman Orloff https://padlet.com/hrocco/SDOCSummerReading/wish/607779754 Mrs. Gomber is a Basic SKills Teacher at Washington Avenue School.  She loves the summer because there is more time to read.  She loves books that are funny, which is why this book is one of her favorites.
CLICK HERE for more information. ]]> 2020-06-02 22:07:30 UTC https://padlet.com/hrocco/SDOCSummerReading/wish/607779754 Giant Children by Brod Bagert https://padlet.com/hrocco/SDOCSummerReading/wish/607867024 Dr. Lanza supervises Special Education and Basic Skills programs in PK-12. She recommends you check out some poetry by Brod Bagert. You have a lot to choose from since he has written 19 books. Her favorite is Giant Children because the poems make her smile!
CLICK HERE for more information.

]]> 2020-06-02 23:45:48 UTC https://padlet.com/hrocco/SDOCSummerReading/wish/607867024 A Video for Your Grown-Ups to Watch! hrocco https://padlet.com/hrocco/SDOCSummerReading/wish/607901914 Tell the grown-ups in your life they can watch this video for more information about book access and summer reading. ]]> 2020-06-03 00:25:22 UTC https://padlet.com/hrocco/SDOCSummerReading/wish/607901914 Escape From Mr. Lemoncello's Library by Chris Grabenstein https://padlet.com/hrocco/SDOCSummerReading/wish/607928496  Mrs. Tromonda is a third grade teacher at SBS.  I recommend that you read Escape From Mr. Lemoncello's Library because it is full of action and adventure!  It is also part of a series. So, if you enjoy this book, there are more adventures waiting for you!
Click here for more information.

]]> 2020-06-03 00:55:00 UTC https://padlet.com/hrocco/SDOCSummerReading/wish/607928496 Charlotte's Web by E.B. White https://padlet.com/hrocco/SDOCSummerReading/wish/607947985 Mrs. DePascale is a second grade teacher at SBS.The book that she recommends to you has been a favorite of hers since she was a young child. She enjoys reading this book to her class each year!
CLICK HERE for more information.]]> 2020-06-03 01:17:28 UTC https://padlet.com/hrocco/SDOCSummerReading/wish/607947985 The Tale of Despereaux by Kate DiCamillo https://padlet.com/hrocco/SDOCSummerReading/wish/608714407 Hi readers! My name is Mrs. Nigro and I teach 4th grade ELA at LAF! My students know how much I LOVE a good book! You won't be able to put this one down! It's the perfect summer read! Enjoy!
To learn more about the book, CLICK HERE.]]> 2020-06-03 11:47:22 UTC https://padlet.com/hrocco/SDOCSummerReading/wish/608714407 Alexander and the Terrible, Horrible, No Good, Very Bad Day written by Judith Viorst https://padlet.com/hrocco/SDOCSummerReading/wish/608792510 Ms. Tompkins is a first grade teacher at WAS. The book she recommends to you is one of her favorites! Enjoy!
CLICK HERE for more information.]]> 2020-06-03 12:37:32 UTC https://padlet.com/hrocco/SDOCSummerReading/wish/608792510 Me and My Dragon by David Biedrzycki https://padlet.com/hrocco/SDOCSummerReading/wish/608808150 Mrs. Keating is a second grade teacher at SBS. She recommends this silly book to anyone who has ever wished for a slightly more unusual pet than a cat or a dog or a fish. She thinks you will love this book as much as her grandchildren do!
CLICK HERE for more information.]]> 2020-06-03 12:46:09 UTC https://padlet.com/hrocco/SDOCSummerReading/wish/608808150 Charlotte's Web by E. B. White bzimmer4 https://padlet.com/hrocco/SDOCSummerReading/wish/608873349 Ms. Zimmer is a first grade teacher at Milton Avenue School. She recommends this classic that has so many life lessons in it; especially what true friendship means and is told through the unlikely friendship between a spider and a pig.
CLICK HERE for more information. ]]> 2020-06-03 13:18:47 UTC https://padlet.com/hrocco/SDOCSummerReading/wish/608873349 Love by Matt De La Pena https://padlet.com/hrocco/SDOCSummerReading/wish/608929885 Ms. Vega is a first grade teacher at Milton Avenue School. She recommends this book and others by Matt De La Pena with heartfelt illustrations and a soothing, lyrical text, this tender tale is a needed comfort and a new classic that will  resonate with readers of every age.  Click here for more information.

]]> 2020-06-03 13:44:45 UTC https://padlet.com/hrocco/SDOCSummerReading/wish/608929885 Sylvester and the Magic Pebble by William Steig https://padlet.com/hrocco/SDOCSummerReading/wish/609013147 Read by Mrs. Turrisi!
Hi Readers, I am a second grade teacher at WAS! This is one of my favorite books! It was first read to me by my elementary school teachers when I attended Washington Avenue School as a child! I hope you enjoy it :)
CLICK HERE for more information. ]]> 2020-06-03 14:20:30 UTC https://padlet.com/hrocco/SDOCSummerReading/wish/609013147 The City of Ember (Book 1) by Jeanne DuPrau https://padlet.com/hrocco/SDOCSummerReading/wish/609017381 Hi everyone! My name is Miss Dellano and I teach 5th grade ELA at Lafayette! Since 5th graders are just wrapping up their fantasy series, I thought that I would recommend a fantasy book. There are 4 books in this series and it was nominated to 28 Award Lists! Happy reading! Click here to learn more about the book. ]]> 2020-06-03 14:22:16 UTC https://padlet.com/hrocco/SDOCSummerReading/wish/609017381 Can I Play Too? By Mo Willems https://padlet.com/hrocco/SDOCSummerReading/wish/609090534 Ms. LaBrutto is a Kindergarten and First Grade teacher at SBS. One of her favorite book series to share with her students are Elephant and Piggie books! In this book Gerald and Piggie remind readers how to find ways to include everyone!  She hopes that you enjoy this book and series as much as she does! Keep reading!
CLICK HERE for more information. ]]> 2020-06-03 14:50:57 UTC https://padlet.com/hrocco/SDOCSummerReading/wish/609090534 How to Code a Sandcastle by Josh Funk https://padlet.com/hrocco/SDOCSummerReading/wish/609154246 Hi everyone! I am Mrs. Moll, the Design & Technology teacher at Washington Avenue School! I highly recommend this story as it teaches you about coding in a fun and relatable way! I hope you enjoy it as much as I do. To learn more about this book CLICK HERE! ]]> 2020-06-03 15:18:11 UTC https://padlet.com/hrocco/SDOCSummerReading/wish/609154246 Niles and Bradford Flag Football Fumbles by Marcy Blesy https://padlet.com/hrocco/SDOCSummerReading/wish/609238194 Hi! I am Mrs. Stumpf a paraprofessional at Washington Ave. School! This book is about a boy who loves sports and his dragon.You can buy it on Amazon or at Barnes and Noble.
CLICK HERE for more information. ]]> 2020-06-03 15:54:50 UTC https://padlet.com/hrocco/SDOCSummerReading/wish/609238194 The 20th Century Children's Book Treasury by Janet Schulman https://padlet.com/hrocco/SDOCSummerReading/wish/609247840 Hi friends! It's Ms. Stevens from Washington Avenue School.  I am excited to share this amazing book that has a bunch of favorite stories you can read with your families. More information about this book please click here.]]> 2020-06-03 15:59:12 UTC https://padlet.com/hrocco/SDOCSummerReading/wish/609247840 Chick 'n'Pug By: Jennifer Sattler https://padlet.com/hrocco/SDOCSummerReading/wish/609256589 Mrs. Scrittorale is a 3rd grade teacher at SBS who LOVES  picture books with a message!
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Hi, I am Mrs. Lowe. This year I worked Miss. Spinner’s 1st grade class! Have a great summer!
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Hi, I am Mrs. Lauver.  I worked in Mrs. Rockoff's 3rd grade classroom this year.  I finally got to read this book from cover to cover in April.  I loved it!  It is about a girl and a dog and how they make friendships in a new town.  It isn't a very long book.  Pick it up and give it a chance, I know you won't be disappointed :)
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My name is Mrs. Quintero and I am so excited for the summer reading to begin! I'm sharing with you a book I read last year called Ghost by Jason Reynolds. It's a realistic fiction book and I always love a book that is a series so I can follow up with the characters in the next books. Here is the link to purchase, CLICK HERE for more information.  ]]> 2020-06-05 16:19:57 UTC https://padlet.com/hrocco/SDOCSummerReading/wish/613307732 Louisiana's Way Home by Kate DiCamillo https://padlet.com/hrocco/SDOCSummerReading/wish/613323758 Hi everyone! My name is Mrs. Shulman and I teach 4th Grade ELA at Lafayette School. One of my favorite authors is Kate DiCamillo. I LOVE all of her books AND I even met Kate once in New York City! Today I am going to read one of my favorite books called Louisiana's Way Home, which is based on a character from her book titled Raymie Nightingale. I hope you enjoy this introduction! CLICK HERE to purchase this book.]]> 2020-06-05 16:28:50 UTC https://padlet.com/hrocco/SDOCSummerReading/wish/613323758 Escaping the Giant Wave by Peg Kehret https://padlet.com/hrocco/SDOCSummerReading/wish/613352794 Hi friends! My name is Mrs. Ferrone and I am a teacher at Lafayette School. One of my favorite authors is Peg Kehret. She has written so many wonderful books. The one I would like to share with you is Escaping the Giant Wave. Kyle is a 13 year old by who is beginning his summer by setting some simple goals for himself. Little does he know what he will be able to achieve after he comes home from an unbelievable summer vacation!
Kyle is forced find courage as he  faces his life long bully, fire, an earthquake and a giant tsunami. I hope you enjoy this action packed book. Click here for more information.]]> 2020-06-05 16:44:43 UTC https://padlet.com/hrocco/SDOCSummerReading/wish/613352794 No More Dead Dogs by Gordon Korman https://padlet.com/hrocco/SDOCSummerReading/wish/613390989 Greetings Scholars.
My name is Mr. Cronin and I am a fifth grade Math/Science teacher at Lafayette School. ( Yes, Math/Science teachers read too.)
No More Dead Dogs is one of my favorite books to share. It combines football, dogs, and a boy, Wallace Wallace, who can only tell the truth, even when it it gets him in trouble. Seeing how telling only the truth gets Wallace both in and out of trouble is a wild ride, one that I highly recommend.
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I am Mrs. Collett and I teach fifth grade at Lafayette School.  So, I am going to ask you a personal question...have you ever had a secret? The main character in this book, Emily, has a biggie. Her mom never let her go swimming and she begs to take lessons. After a disaster at her first class, she wonders "What is going on here?" This leads her on an amazing (and sometimes dangerous!) adventure! This one is a page-turner. To find out more about this book series or  to buy this book, click here!]]> 2020-06-05 17:12:12 UTC https://padlet.com/hrocco/SDOCSummerReading/wish/613400332 Racing in the Rain by Garth Stein awworden https://padlet.com/hrocco/SDOCSummerReading/wish/613470502 Hi everyone!  I am Mrs. Worden, a 5th Grade Language Arts Teacher at Lafayette School. I am a dog lover, and this is one of my favorite dog stories. Have you ever wondered just what your dog is thinking?  Well, the book Racing in the Rain, is about a funny mutt — Enzo, the lovable dog who tells this story. Enzo knows he is different from other dogs. Most dogs love to chase cars, but Enzo longs to race them! I love this book because it is told from Enzo's perspective, and he emerges as a hero in one family's challenges.
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