https://padlet.com/kdineen/readaloudbooks 20 great books to read aloud en-us 2017-11-26 20:41:31 UTC 2024-07-15 12:56:02 UTC hello@padlet.com https://padlet-assets.s3.amazonaws.com/icons/Apple.png kdineen https://padlet.com/kdineen/readaloudbooks/wish/210199426 This book is about a bear, Lucille, who finds a young boy in the woods and adopts him as her pet. Lucille promises to take on all of the responsibilities of caring for him, without realizing how difficult it will be. She learns that it is much more work than she anticipated after he runs away to find his true home. 

This book would be great to read aloud to kids from Kindergarten to 2nd grade. It could be used to teach about responsibility and pets.]]> 2017-11-26 20:44:00 UTC https://padlet.com/kdineen/readaloudbooks/wish/210199426 kdineen https://padlet.com/kdineen/readaloudbooks/wish/210200539 Nancy is a very fancy girl, and is trying to teach her family to be fancy as well. Part of what makes Nancy so fancy are the fancy words she uses. This book is the first in a collection of many Fancy Nancy books.

This book would be suitable to be read aloud to children from Kindergarten to 2nd grade, or for children older than 1st grade to read out loud themselves. This book includes great vocabulary words and explanations of them in language that young children can easily understand. ]]> 2017-11-26 20:51:58 UTC https://padlet.com/kdineen/readaloudbooks/wish/210200539 kdineen https://padlet.com/kdineen/readaloudbooks/wish/210201495 It's almost Christmas, and Santa has to decide whether or not David is on the naughty or nice list. David tries to be on his best behavior as he gets ready for the holiday, but will he make it to the nice list?

This book would be a great holiday read for preschoolers to 2nd grade children. It teaches them the valuable lesson of being on their best behavior, while being relatable to the realities of temptations.]]> 2017-11-26 20:59:13 UTC https://padlet.com/kdineen/readaloudbooks/wish/210201495 kdineen https://padlet.com/kdineen/readaloudbooks/wish/210202165 This book tells the story of Martin Luther King, Jr. from a narrative perspective. The vocabulary is sure to hold a reader's attention as well as the beautiful illustrations. 

This book would serve students in 1st grade and above well. Not only does it tell the story of this hero, but it provides historical knowledge as well. ]]> 2017-11-26 21:04:04 UTC https://padlet.com/kdineen/readaloudbooks/wish/210202165 kdineen https://padlet.com/kdineen/readaloudbooks/wish/210202757 Ramona is an 8 year old facing new challenges. As her parents go back to work and school, she must be responsible for herself. She struggles with the same things that all 8-year-olds do, making this a very relatable story.

This book would be appropriate for late 1st grade to 3rd grade students. It could be used with children around 8-years-old to help discuss challenges that they face.]]> 2017-11-26 21:08:07 UTC https://padlet.com/kdineen/readaloudbooks/wish/210202757 kdineen https://padlet.com/kdineen/readaloudbooks/wish/210205522 One day, Duncan opened up his box of crayons, only to find that they were tired of being used! The crayons fight back as Duncan tries to make things right.

This book is an entertaining read that would work well for children all the way from preschool age to 2nd or 3rd grade. Its humor is sure to keep audiences of all ages captivated. ]]> 2017-11-26 21:29:41 UTC https://padlet.com/kdineen/readaloudbooks/wish/210205522 kdineen https://padlet.com/kdineen/readaloudbooks/wish/210207120 Llama Llama is mad at Mama! Mama needs to go shopping but Llama Llama is not excited about it.

This book is great for children from preschool age to 1st grade. It teaches children that throwing tantrums is not the way to get what they want, while keeping them engaged with the fun rhyming pattern. ]]> 2017-11-26 21:41:55 UTC https://padlet.com/kdineen/readaloudbooks/wish/210207120 kdineen https://padlet.com/kdineen/readaloudbooks/wish/210642297 This is the story of three characters, one of them being Desperaux, and their journeys into each others' lives. 

This book would be entertaining for 2nd through 4th graders. It is an engaging story with wide use of vocabulary, introducing young readers to new words.]]> 2017-11-27 20:17:04 UTC https://padlet.com/kdineen/readaloudbooks/wish/210642297 kdineen https://padlet.com/kdineen/readaloudbooks/wish/210648106 Norman is a goldfish who may seem boring initially, but is actually the perfect pet. When given the chance, Norman proves himself to be a better pet than many other animals.

This book would be a fun read for children from preschool to 1st grade. It offers a fun storyline, has repetition, and can be used to make predictions.]]> 2017-11-27 20:29:29 UTC https://padlet.com/kdineen/readaloudbooks/wish/210648106 kdineen https://padlet.com/kdineen/readaloudbooks/wish/210736877 The snurtch is a lively story about a young girl struggling to deal with her emotions. She calls them "the Snurtch" and finds a way to overcome them.

This book would work well for children from Kindergarten to 2nd grade. It teaches valuable life lessons about handling emotions, as well as using many adjectives throughout the story. ]]> 2017-11-28 03:56:10 UTC https://padlet.com/kdineen/readaloudbooks/wish/210736877 kdineen https://padlet.com/kdineen/readaloudbooks/wish/210737425 Judy Moody is going into the 3rd grade and is not excited about it. This book tells the story of how Judy found a way to express her self and feel like she had a place in her new class.

This book is geared for 2nd to 4th grade students. It is a humorous chapter book with vivid vocabulary to tell Judy's story.]]> 2017-11-28 04:01:13 UTC https://padlet.com/kdineen/readaloudbooks/wish/210737425 kdineen https://padlet.com/kdineen/readaloudbooks/wish/210737995 Wonder tells the story of Auggie, a young boy with facial deformities, and his struggle to fit in. His parents decide to put him in school, and he must step outside of his comfort zone to make new friends.

This story would be great for students 3rd grade and older. It holds valuable life lessons and touches on many struggles that every student faces. The broad vocabulary and endearing storyline are sure to keep readers interested.]]> 2017-11-28 04:07:01 UTC https://padlet.com/kdineen/readaloudbooks/wish/210737995 kdineen https://padlet.com/kdineen/readaloudbooks/wish/210738320 Ferdinand is not your normal bull. Instead of bucking and running wild, he is tame and peaceful. This story follows his adventures as he dares to be different.

This book would be ideal for preschool through 1st grade students. It has a balanced amount of type and illustrations, perfect for reading aloud.]]> 2017-11-28 04:10:48 UTC https://padlet.com/kdineen/readaloudbooks/wish/210738320 kdineen https://padlet.com/kdineen/readaloudbooks/wish/210739148 In a world where everyone is given a role and rules to follow, how could anything go wrong? Jonah finds out when he is chosen to receive memories from throughout history, including before this perfect utopia. 

This book would be captivating for older audiences, such as 4th or 5th graders. It uses very descriptive language, while the ideas of a utopian society keeps readers intrigued. ]]> 2017-11-28 04:18:55 UTC https://padlet.com/kdineen/readaloudbooks/wish/210739148 kdineen https://padlet.com/kdineen/readaloudbooks/wish/210739708 This fable tells the story of humans have changed the face of the earth, specifically the animals' peaceful island, and the animals must save it! 

The vivid imagery in this book, as well as the eloquent writing, make this a perfect story for 1st to 3rd graders. It could be used in higher grades, also, but is aimed at a younger audience.]]> 2017-11-28 04:24:22 UTC https://padlet.com/kdineen/readaloudbooks/wish/210739708 kdineen https://padlet.com/kdineen/readaloudbooks/wish/210740327 John discovers a flock of beautiful butterflies one day, and he grows very fond of the majestic insects. However, later in his life, he comes to realize that their habitats are being destroyed. He must lead them back to safe areas.

This book could be used in grades 1 through 5. There is quite a bit of text that might require breaking the story up for younger students, but the adventurous spirit of the story is sure to hold the students' attention. The vivid imagery and scientific information within the text are sure to excite young learners.]]> 2017-11-28 04:30:05 UTC https://padlet.com/kdineen/readaloudbooks/wish/210740327 kdineen https://padlet.com/kdineen/readaloudbooks/wish/210740870 Bella loses her dog in the spine of this book! This story uses the physical features of a book to tell an enchanting story about a little lost dog.

With its exciting illustrations, easy to read language, and interactive storyline, this book is sure to keep young readers engaged. It's is perfect for preschool to 1st grade students. ]]> 2017-11-28 04:35:45 UTC https://padlet.com/kdineen/readaloudbooks/wish/210740870 kdineen https://padlet.com/kdineen/readaloudbooks/wish/210741838 This book contains three traditional spirituals. This book could truly be used for any grade from preschool to 5th grade. Its extremely vibrant graphics are sure to interest readers, as well as the interactivity of the songs themselves. This book, with its three songs, is a perfect spin on a traditional read-aloud. ]]> 2017-11-28 04:44:31 UTC https://padlet.com/kdineen/readaloudbooks/wish/210741838 kdineen https://padlet.com/kdineen/readaloudbooks/wish/210742717 Henry and his dog, Mudge, go to visit Henry's great-grandpa. They get to play with Great-Grandpa's friends and even make some discoveries!

This is actually leveled at a 2nd grade level. It has short chapters with exciting vocabulary to capture readers' attention. The whole collection of Henry and Mudge books are ideal for this age.]]> 2017-11-28 04:53:11 UTC https://padlet.com/kdineen/readaloudbooks/wish/210742717 kdineen https://padlet.com/kdineen/readaloudbooks/wish/210743162 In this first chapter book in a series, Amelia Bedelia needs to earn some money to help pay for a new bike. Follow her silly antics as she tries to earn enough.

This book is ideal for grades 2 through 4. It features short chapters, a funny storyline, and enticing vocabulary.]]> 2017-11-28 04:58:05 UTC https://padlet.com/kdineen/readaloudbooks/wish/210743162