https://padlet.com/xmcafen/8e8a0pgece0kpw5u Made with many bold and epic selections for a bold and epic dude! en-us 2022-04-15 22:41:21 UTC 2022-04-16 01:50:27 UTC hello@padlet.com https://padlet.net/icons/png/1f3c0.png xmcafen https://padlet.com/xmcafen/8e8a0pgece0kpw5u/wish/2145211809 Heading to middle school is a huge transition! From meeting new friends to taking harder classes to finding your new independence, it can be a bit chaotic. These stories will help Paulino find a sense of comfort to know that every new middle schooler has their own fair share of crazy stories! ]]> 2022-04-15 22:53:11 UTC https://padlet.com/xmcafen/8e8a0pgece0kpw5u/wish/2145211809 xmcafen https://padlet.com/xmcafen/8e8a0pgece0kpw5u/wish/2145214220 Schooled by Gordon Korman is a story of a young man who is about to have a huge shock to his system when he starts middle school. Not only is he starting middle school for the first time, but he is starting school for the very first time. Cap Anderson was previously home schooled. 

This book is perfect for Paulino because he, like Cap Anderson, is about to start middle school for the first time. This fun and silly book can help Paulino feel more comfortable and confident going to middle school having learned a few new things he can look forward to!]]> 2022-04-15 23:01:45 UTC https://padlet.com/xmcafen/8e8a0pgece0kpw5u/wish/2145214220 xmcafen https://padlet.com/xmcafen/8e8a0pgece0kpw5u/wish/2145216647 James Patterson is a superstar, best selling author! Throughout the middle school series, he tells many hilarious stories of middle schoolers just like Paulino. 

Not only are these stories about middle schoolers that Paulino can relate with, these stories are hilarious. This series shares awkward, hilarious, down right embarrassing  stories about middle schoolers trying to navigate their new lives. 

Paulino always keeps me laughing with his fun and corky personality. I believe this collection would keep Paulino entertained and engaged for all 12 books!]]> 2022-04-15 23:09:18 UTC https://padlet.com/xmcafen/8e8a0pgece0kpw5u/wish/2145216647 xmcafen https://padlet.com/xmcafen/8e8a0pgece0kpw5u/wish/2145218580 Fish in a Tree is a story for anyone who has ever felt left out or just plain different. The main character is a young girl who struggles with reading. she is a notorious trouble maker in hopes that it will hide her true problem, dyslexia. Until one day, she meets a teacher who sees through her façade and sees her for the truly brilliant student that she is.

This is a very uplifting story about the struggles one may feel in school but is too embarrassed to share. I chose this story for Paulino because it is uplifting and powerful and can show him that no matter what you fear, you can overcome anything. Let your true self shine!]]> 2022-04-15 23:16:39 UTC https://padlet.com/xmcafen/8e8a0pgece0kpw5u/wish/2145218580 xmcafen https://padlet.com/xmcafen/8e8a0pgece0kpw5u/wish/2145220947 Surviving Middle School is beautiful story with a powerful message. This story is all about honest, real-life events that middle school students face everyday. It is real, it is hilarious, and it has a very powerful message. Stay true to who you are, don't give into the peer pressure, and enjoy all the new adventures to come!

I chose this books because it is funny and honest. It tells real life stories about how to not only survive middle school, but how to thrive in middle school by being your truest and most authentic self!]]> 2022-04-15 23:22:37 UTC https://padlet.com/xmcafen/8e8a0pgece0kpw5u/wish/2145220947 xmcafen https://padlet.com/xmcafen/8e8a0pgece0kpw5u/wish/2145222875 Hey, Kiddo is a Graphic Novel about a young boy who has grown up facing many difficult tribulations. From a difficult family, to trying to fit in at school, Jarret (the main character) finds he is most himself when drawing. 

I chose this Novel for Paulino because it is not only a powerful message but Paulino has expressed to me that he enjoys reading most when there are pictures he can look at as well. ]]> 2022-04-15 23:30:05 UTC https://padlet.com/xmcafen/8e8a0pgece0kpw5u/wish/2145222875 xmcafen https://padlet.com/xmcafen/8e8a0pgece0kpw5u/wish/2145227428 Throughout my time working one-on-one with Paulino, there is one thing that is certain and that is his LOVE of sports! This category is all about stories with a main focus on sports.]]> 2022-04-15 23:46:16 UTC https://padlet.com/xmcafen/8e8a0pgece0kpw5u/wish/2145227428 xmcafen https://padlet.com/xmcafen/8e8a0pgece0kpw5u/wish/2145231003 After the shot drops is a story about a young man named Nasir who loses his bestfriend Bunny to an athletic scholarship across town in an affluential community. This story is of great talent and compassion.

I chose this story for Paulino becuase it is all about Paulinos favorite sport, basketball. Not only is it about basketball, but it is about the struggles of losing friends who may move and end up at different schools, which is a possibility for Paulino when moving to middle school. ]]> 2022-04-15 23:58:13 UTC https://padlet.com/xmcafen/8e8a0pgece0kpw5u/wish/2145231003 xmcafen https://padlet.com/xmcafen/8e8a0pgece0kpw5u/wish/2145235149 The cross over is a story of a young man who loves basketball as much as breathing. Paulino has expressed his profound love of basketball many time. I chose this story because it combines a love of basketball with a fun and easy way to read. This story is told in verses which will help Paulino stay focused and engaged the entire time.]]> 2022-04-16 00:12:40 UTC https://padlet.com/xmcafen/8e8a0pgece0kpw5u/wish/2145235149 xmcafen https://padlet.com/xmcafen/8e8a0pgece0kpw5u/wish/2145236864 Who Was Kobe Bryant is a non-fiction story about the late and great Kobe Bryant. I chose this story for Paulino because Kobe Bryant was the star of an assessment we worked on together. He expressed his interest in learning more about this LA Lakers star.]]> 2022-04-16 00:18:31 UTC https://padlet.com/xmcafen/8e8a0pgece0kpw5u/wish/2145236864 xmcafen https://padlet.com/xmcafen/8e8a0pgece0kpw5u/wish/2145238639 Salt in His Shoes is a picture book about a young Michael Jordan. This story is about how Michael Jordan almost gave up on his dream because of his own fears.

I chose this beautifully illustrated story because it ties Paulinos love of basketball with the powerful message of never giving up on your dreams!]]> 2022-04-16 00:24:31 UTC https://padlet.com/xmcafen/8e8a0pgece0kpw5u/wish/2145238639 xmcafen https://padlet.com/xmcafen/8e8a0pgece0kpw5u/wish/2145241118 The Boy Who Never Gave Up is a story about Stephen Curry. Stephen was told over and over again that he would never be good enough to play basketball. 

I chose this story because it is a fun picture book and easy read. But it is also a story of perseverance and never giving up on something you love!]]> 2022-04-16 00:33:17 UTC https://padlet.com/xmcafen/8e8a0pgece0kpw5u/wish/2145241118 xmcafen https://padlet.com/xmcafen/8e8a0pgece0kpw5u/wish/2145241968 Magical Mysteries is a category I created for Paulino because these stories are fun, engaging, and at times, thrilling! these are the kind of stories that are hard to put down once you pick them up!]]> 2022-04-16 00:36:23 UTC https://padlet.com/xmcafen/8e8a0pgece0kpw5u/wish/2145241968 xmcafen https://padlet.com/xmcafen/8e8a0pgece0kpw5u/wish/2145243914 The Girl Who Drank the Moon is a magical story of a young orphan girl who was sacrificed to the witch of the woods by her village. What the village does not know is that the orphan girl is actually rescued by the witch and raised magically. So what does that mean for her village? Will the girl return?

I chose this story because it is one I just finished personally. The entire time I read it, I thought about how much Paulino would enjoy it. It is engaging and fun! It is a story that keeps you on your toes and is hard to set down once you pick it up. ]]> 2022-04-16 00:42:45 UTC https://padlet.com/xmcafen/8e8a0pgece0kpw5u/wish/2145243914 xmcafen https://padlet.com/xmcafen/8e8a0pgece0kpw5u/wish/2145246201 The Hunger games series is a dystopian series. This series is set in a time when the world has come to an end and only 13 districts remain. The Capital district holds an annual hunger games where they chose 2 people, a male and female from each district and they fight to the death for pure entertainment. That is, until the districts decide to fight back.

I chose this series for Paulino because they are very engaging and exciting. There is never a dull moment in these stories and just when you think you know what is going to happen, it changes. ]]> 2022-04-16 00:50:21 UTC https://padlet.com/xmcafen/8e8a0pgece0kpw5u/wish/2145246201 xmcafen https://padlet.com/xmcafen/8e8a0pgece0kpw5u/wish/2145248397 The Shadow Children Series is a series of 7 stories about children who have to live in hiding because it is illegal for their families to have more than 2 children. If the shadow children are found, it is punishable by death.

While these stories are age appropriate for Paulino, they do not lack excitement. They are thrillers that will help keep Paulino engaged and interested.]]> 2022-04-16 00:56:46 UTC https://padlet.com/xmcafen/8e8a0pgece0kpw5u/wish/2145248397 xmcafen https://padlet.com/xmcafen/8e8a0pgece0kpw5u/wish/2145251231 Boy Underwater is hilarious and heartbreaking story all in one of a boy who learns about deep family secrets that will change his life forever.

I chose this story for Paulino because it is a story of a boy discovering secrets that will change his life forever. he has to learn to overcome things are difficult. I think it is important for Paulino to learn that its okay to struggle sometimes and how you can overcome difficult things.]]> 2022-04-16 01:04:16 UTC https://padlet.com/xmcafen/8e8a0pgece0kpw5u/wish/2145251231 xmcafen https://padlet.com/xmcafen/8e8a0pgece0kpw5u/wish/2145252883 The secret lake is a favorite amongst young readers. It is a heart clenching novel of secret lakes, a lost dog and time travel. In their time travel they meet both friends and enemies. Will they ever make it home to their own time?

I chose this book for Paulino because it is so exciting and full of adventure. Paulino has expressed his interest in engaging activities and has told me that reading can seem dull. I believe this story can help Paulino find the joy and adventure in reading.]]> 2022-04-16 01:08:52 UTC https://padlet.com/xmcafen/8e8a0pgece0kpw5u/wish/2145252883 xmcafen https://padlet.com/xmcafen/8e8a0pgece0kpw5u/wish/2145254596 I chose a category all about animals because Paulino is always so eager and excited to share his stories about his animals. These stories can be fun and silly, but can also have strong messages as well.]]> 2022-04-16 01:13:45 UTC https://padlet.com/xmcafen/8e8a0pgece0kpw5u/wish/2145254596 xmcafen https://padlet.com/xmcafen/8e8a0pgece0kpw5u/wish/2145256443 because of Winn-Dixie is a heart warming story of a young girl who finds the strangest of friends in her local grocery store. Just when Opal (the main character) needed a friend the most, she stumbled across the most unlikely of friends. Winn-Dixie teaches opal all kinds of new things in this fun and silly story.

I chose this story for Paulino because of the fun and goofy side of it. Also because Opal has a strong and deep bond with her dog and Paulino has expressed his love and friendship with all of his pets.]]> 2022-04-16 01:18:37 UTC https://padlet.com/xmcafen/8e8a0pgece0kpw5u/wish/2145256443 xmcafen https://padlet.com/xmcafen/8e8a0pgece0kpw5u/wish/2145259185 When You Trap a Tiger is a story about family tradition and secrets that come to light when the main character is confronted by a magic tiger that offers her a deal.

I chose this story for Paulino because it is strong in family traditions. Paulino also expresses the love he has for his family and he enjoys sharing family traditions with me.]]> 2022-04-16 01:27:11 UTC https://padlet.com/xmcafen/8e8a0pgece0kpw5u/wish/2145259185 xmcafen https://padlet.com/xmcafen/8e8a0pgece0kpw5u/wish/2145263287 A Wolf Called Wander is the real story of a wolf's journey to find a safe home. 

I chose this story for Paulino because it is full of emotion and finding ones self. ]]> 2022-04-16 01:38:16 UTC https://padlet.com/xmcafen/8e8a0pgece0kpw5u/wish/2145263287 xmcafen https://padlet.com/xmcafen/8e8a0pgece0kpw5u/wish/2145266143 Pax is a story about a young boy names Peter and his pet fox Pax. When peters dad gets orders in the military and has to move 300 miles away, Peter is forced to release Pax in to the wild. Will Pax and Peter ever find there way back to eachother?

I chose this story for Paulino because Paulino knows the love between an owner and a pet. I believe this story will be heart warming and engaging for him.]]> 2022-04-16 01:46:19 UTC https://padlet.com/xmcafen/8e8a0pgece0kpw5u/wish/2145266143 xmcafen https://padlet.com/xmcafen/8e8a0pgece0kpw5u/wish/2145267622 Wish is a story of a young girl who moves to the mountains to be with a family she hardly knows. Just when she is feeling most lonely, she meets a stay shaggy dog named wish bone.

This story is perfect for Paulino becuase it teaches the reader that times are not always hard. just because you may go through hard times does not mean they will be hard forever.]]> 2022-04-16 01:50:27 UTC https://padlet.com/xmcafen/8e8a0pgece0kpw5u/wish/2145267622