25 Book Challenge by Kaylee Minton https://padlet.com/kminton1/jcrssme8uiao en-us 2018-04-29 03:48:59 UTC 2026-01-21 00:58:35 UTC hello@padlet.com The Giver by Lowis Lowery kminton1 https://padlet.com/kminton1/jcrssme8uiao/wish/256268802  This is a review of a Newberry award winner. This was my second chapter book. The Giver is set in a futuristic society that has found a way to eliminate all pain, hatred and fear. The story centers around Jonas, who has received the assignment to become The Receiver. As The Receiver, Jonas is responsible for learning and taking on all the pain and fear so that his society doesn’t have to. As Jonas takes on more and more responsibilities from The Giver, he learns the deepest secrets of the world he lives in and decides to make an escape. Lowis Lowery made up an elaborate and creative society that will keep any reader intrigued. The reader feels for Jonas and the hardships he must face and ultimately hopes that Jonas can make the escape. This novel culminates in an ultimately unsatisfactory ending in which the reader has to create their own closure. ]]> 2018-04-29 03:50:05 UTC https://padlet.com/kminton1/jcrssme8uiao/wish/256268802 Anne of Green Gables by L.M. Montgomery kminton1 https://padlet.com/kminton1/jcrssme8uiao/wish/256268843 This is a review of a historical fiction book. This was my first chapter book.
Anne of Green Gables follows the story of a red headed orphan girl in the 1800s. The first book details her adoption and the trials she faces as she adapts to school and social life. Anne must make new friends and learn how to be a proper young lady so that she may stay at Green Gables. This novel is the sweet story of a fiery young girl and her coming of age. Anne of Green Gables is a comforting, heartwarming and all around excellent story. Montgomery’s writing is perfect for transitioning a young reader into the next level of reading.]]> 2018-04-29 03:50:55 UTC https://padlet.com/kminton1/jcrssme8uiao/wish/256268843 Shiloh by Phyllis Naylor kminton1 https://padlet.com/kminton1/jcrssme8uiao/wish/256268872  This is a review of a Bluebonnet award winner. This is my third chapter book. Marty Pearson is an eleven-year-old country boy who stumbles across a shy beagle. He befriends the dog and names it Shiloh, but becomes suspicious that the dog is being abused by its owner, Judd Travers. Judd Travers is known to drink, steal and hunt illegally. He continues to harm the dog and Marty takes it upon himself to save Shiloh. Marty has a kind and courageous heart and does what he has to do to help the dog. Phyllis Naylor does a fantastic job of developing Marty and Judd, giving the reader a true hero to root for. Naylor creates such a sympathetic atmosphere around Marty & Shiloh that it is impossible to put the book down. ]]> 2018-04-29 03:51:33 UTC https://padlet.com/kminton1/jcrssme8uiao/wish/256268872 The Girl Who Drank The Moon by Kelly Barnhill kminton1 https://padlet.com/kminton1/jcrssme8uiao/wish/256268927 This is a recommendation for a Newberry award winner. This is my fifth chapter book.  The Girl Who Drank the Moon is a fantastic novel that centers around a young girl Luna, who has magical abilities. This book is a coming-of-age fairy tale that has many great lessons and themes embedded into the story. Through a magical plot line, Luna learns the power and importance of choosing light over darkness. A lesson I believe to be a very important one- every person has the ability to choose light/happiness over darkness/hate. I highly recommend this book, as the lessons it includes are important to teach at a young age, as well as it is written with amazing attention to detail and plot. Kelly Barnhill has created a plot line so intriguing, that anyone will find impossible to put down.]]> 2018-04-29 03:52:49 UTC https://padlet.com/kminton1/jcrssme8uiao/wish/256268927 Roller Girl by Victoria Jamieson kminton1 https://padlet.com/kminton1/jcrssme8uiao/wish/256269729 This is a sticky note response to a graphic novel. ]]> 2018-04-29 04:09:47 UTC https://padlet.com/kminton1/jcrssme8uiao/wish/256269729 Firebird by Misty Copeland kminton1 https://padlet.com/kminton1/jcrssme8uiao/wish/256271142 This is an infographic for a Coretta-Scott King award winner.]]> 2018-04-29 04:36:50 UTC https://padlet.com/kminton1/jcrssme8uiao/wish/256271142 The Dreamer by Pam Munoz Ryan kminton1 https://padlet.com/kminton1/jcrssme8uiao/wish/256271639 This is a letter for a Pura-Belpre winning book.
To any person who reads this story,
            The Dreamer by Pam Munoz Ryan is the beautifully told story of famous Spanish poet, Pablo Neruda. It tells of his hardships as a child and focuses on how he used daydreams to escape from his harsh reality. This book is thought provoking, informative and interesting. I would suggest reading some of Pablo Neruda’s poetry before reading the story, so that you have a deeper connection with him. For me, it brought me to wonder if his hardships are what made him a successful author, or if he would still have been successful without the trials in his younger years. As you read, I would hope that you reflect on the daydreaming you’ve done in your own life and if you relate to using it as a coping method. Enjoy reading this beautifully told story.
                        Sincerely,
                        Kaylee Minton
]]> 2018-04-29 04:48:29 UTC https://padlet.com/kminton1/jcrssme8uiao/wish/256271639 The Polar Express by Chris Van Allsburg kminton1 https://padlet.com/kminton1/jcrssme8uiao/wish/256317059 This is story map response for a Caldecott award winner. ]]> 2018-04-29 16:25:34 UTC https://padlet.com/kminton1/jcrssme8uiao/wish/256317059 The Giving Tree by Shel Silverstein kminton1 https://padlet.com/kminton1/jcrssme8uiao/wish/256317198 This is a defining quote response to the poetry book, The Giving Tree. 
"and the tree was happy" -Shel Silverstein. I chose this as a defining quote from The Giving Tree because it really encompasses the story line and the themes represented in the book. The book starts with the boy playing with the tree and the tree is happy to have company. As the boy gets older, he begins to ask things of the tree to make his life better. The tree willingly gives him these things. The boy is happy for a little bit and then returns to the tree to ask for more. Each time, the tree gives away more of herself. The tree gives up everything she has for the little boy because of how much she loves him, and all she wants in return is his company. The tree is not angry with the boy or ever turns him away, she loves him so much that giving him what he needs is what makes her happy. The primary theme of this book is the value of unconditional love]]> 2018-04-29 16:27:04 UTC https://padlet.com/kminton1/jcrssme8uiao/wish/256317198 Sarah Plain & Tall by Sarah MacLachlan kminton1 https://padlet.com/kminton1/jcrssme8uiao/wish/256319361 This is a review of a historical fiction book. This is my fourth chapter book.  Sarah Plain & Tall tells the story of a family of three in the late nineteenth century. A windowed man, Jacob, lives with his daughter, Anna and his son, Caleb. Jacob’s wife died while giving birth to Caleb and now the children wish for a mother. In his search for a wife and a mother, Jacob places an ad in the paper for a wife. A woman named Sarah answers the ad and comes to live for a month with Jacob and his children. This story details the daily life of the farm and how Sarah begins to fill the hole their mother left. This is a heartwarming story of a different kind of family that is perfect for 2nd-5th grade children. Its main theme is the importance of family and how family can come in different ways.]]> 2018-04-29 16:51:15 UTC https://padlet.com/kminton1/jcrssme8uiao/wish/256319361 Where The Sidewalk Ends by Shel Silverstein kminton1 https://padlet.com/kminton1/jcrssme8uiao/wish/256362284 poetry reading]]> 2018-04-30 00:16:42 UTC https://padlet.com/kminton1/jcrssme8uiao/wish/256362284 The Ugly Duckling by Hans Christian Andersen kminton1 https://padlet.com/kminton1/jcrssme8uiao/wish/256370703 This is a recommendation for a classic tale. The Ugly Duckling is the story of a swan baby who believes that it is a duckling. It follows a duck mother and other ducklings, but is consistently ridiculed. Because of this, it believes its ugly and feels like a misfit. After enduring the bullying through it's childhood, it matures into a beautiful swan. The swan discovers what it truly is and joins others like it. I highly recommend that this book is read to children during early elementary. The story shows the importance of embracing everyones differences and knowing ones own beauty. As children go through school, they will experience bullying and the feeling of being inadequate. I feel that this story is a great way to start the school year and remind the children of the themes in this book. ]]> 2018-04-30 01:21:42 UTC https://padlet.com/kminton1/jcrssme8uiao/wish/256370703 Wonder by R.J. Palicio kminton1 https://padlet.com/kminton1/jcrssme8uiao/wish/256374937 This is a defining quote response to a realistic fiction book. This is my seventh chapter book.
"I think that there should be a rule that everyone in the world should get a standing ovation once in their life." 
Wonder is about a boy named Auggie who was born with a disease that that almost killed him. He lived, but only through surgeries that left his face badly deformed. He is starting the fifth grade and going to public school for the first time. The book is told from the perspective of Auggie, as well as the important people in his life. Auggie faces many trials of bullying in his first year of school, but he overcomes & at the end of the year receives an award  from his principle. The whole school stands and applauds him. This moment of the book is tear jerking and heart warming, and wraps the end of this emotional story perfectly.]]> 2018-04-30 01:49:58 UTC https://padlet.com/kminton1/jcrssme8uiao/wish/256374937 Stargirl by Jerry Spinelli kminton1 https://padlet.com/kminton1/jcrssme8uiao/wish/256383528 This is an infographic for a realistic fiction book. This is my fifth chapter book. ]]> 2018-04-30 02:35:22 UTC https://padlet.com/kminton1/jcrssme8uiao/wish/256383528 Harry Potter and The Sorcerers Stone by J.K. Rowling kminton1 https://padlet.com/kminton1/jcrssme8uiao/wish/256396335 This is a blog post for a fantasy book. This is my sixth chapter book.]]> 2018-04-30 04:22:48 UTC https://padlet.com/kminton1/jcrssme8uiao/wish/256396335 Where The Wild Things Are by Maurice Sendak kminton1 https://padlet.com/kminton1/jcrssme8uiao/wish/256396848 This is a book talk for a Caldecott award winner. ]]> 2018-04-30 04:27:41 UTC https://padlet.com/kminton1/jcrssme8uiao/wish/256396848 The Three Little Pigs kminton1 https://padlet.com/kminton1/jcrssme8uiao/wish/256397180 This is a review of a classic tale. The Three Little Pigs is a classic fairytale that teaches children the importance of hard work. The two pig brothers who carelessly throw their houses together out of sticks and hay, loose it to the wolf. The third brother, who took his time building his house out of brick, is safe from the wolf blowing it down. The original story is perfect for children of young ages, but as children get older, it could be fun to bring in some of the other versions. For example, Roald Dahl's version of The Three Little Pigs in his book, Revolting Rhymes, puts a darker spin on the story. Either way, this story makes a great lesson for all ages.]]> 2018-04-30 04:30:26 UTC https://padlet.com/kminton1/jcrssme8uiao/wish/256397180 Alice's Adventures in Wonderland by Lewis Caroll kminton1 https://padlet.com/kminton1/jcrssme8uiao/wish/256399527 This is a story map for a fantasy book.]]> 2018-04-30 04:53:16 UTC https://padlet.com/kminton1/jcrssme8uiao/wish/256399527 I Am Jazz by Jessica Herthel kminton1 https://padlet.com/kminton1/jcrssme8uiao/wish/258775006 This is a review of my banned book choice. 
"I am Jazz" by Jessica Herthel follows the story of Jazz Jennings, a transgender child. Jazz knew she was in the wrong body at the age of two. Despite being a boy, Jazz always chose girls clothing and toys. Her parents didn't understand until they took her to a doctor, in which the doctor explained to her family that she was transgender. Jazz has become an inspiration to other children who feel this way & she is a role model for many. This is a fantastic, eye opening story for anyone who doesn't understand transgender people. It is also a great book to help teach the acceptance of one another's differences. ]]> 2018-05-08 03:29:19 UTC https://padlet.com/kminton1/jcrssme8uiao/wish/258775006 The Day The Crayons Quit by Drew Daywalt kminton1 https://padlet.com/kminton1/jcrssme8uiao/wish/259091715 This is a recommendation for a Bluebonnet award winner.
The Day the Crayons Quit is the incredibly cute story of Duncan, who discovers one day that all his crayons have left letters saying they quit. Each of the crayons have their own reasons, but mainly they are frustrated about being used for the same thing. Duncan is left trying to figure out how to get all of his crayons back. This book is imaginative, funny and cute and will appeal greatly to young readers. The Day the Crayons Quit while inspire greater imagination, as children will want to have conversations with their own crayons!]]> 2018-05-08 21:00:41 UTC https://padlet.com/kminton1/jcrssme8uiao/wish/259091715 Voices in the Park by Anthony Browne kminton1 https://padlet.com/kminton1/jcrssme8uiao/wish/259142347 This is an infographic of a post modern picture book. ]]> 2018-05-09 02:48:12 UTC https://padlet.com/kminton1/jcrssme8uiao/wish/259142347 POP! The Story of Bubble Gum by Meghan Mccarthy kminton1 https://padlet.com/kminton1/jcrssme8uiao/wish/259148051 This is a review of a non fiction book.
POP! The Story of Bubble Gum is a brilliantly illustrated, and very entertaining true story of how bubble gum was invented. An accountant at Fleer Gum and Candy company had an idea for making chewing gum better - blow bubbles, make it pop! They experimented for a while before they finally had it! This book stories the invention while including facts and then wraps up with a section full of interesting facts about bubble gum. This is a great read to get children interested in informational, nonfiction books. ]]> 2018-05-09 03:21:38 UTC https://padlet.com/kminton1/jcrssme8uiao/wish/259148051 Smile by Raina Telgemeier kminton1 https://padlet.com/kminton1/jcrssme8uiao/wish/259149714 This is a recommendation of an autobiography. 
Smile by Raina Telgemeier is the true autobiography of four years of Raina's life during the most awkward time of life, middle school. The story starts with 11 year old Raina losing her two front teeth. Throughout the story, she faces the awkwardness of transitioning from child to teenager, bullying, friend problems and family problems. This story is so relatable, I highly recommend it to kids in middle school. It is a great book for children in this similar, awkward transition phase. ]]> 2018-05-09 03:36:35 UTC https://padlet.com/kminton1/jcrssme8uiao/wish/259149714 Boy: Tales of Childhood by Roald Dahl kminton1 https://padlet.com/kminton1/jcrssme8uiao/wish/259156873 This is a letter for an autobiography.
   To anyone who reads "Boy: Tales of Childhood" By Roald Dahl,
This book is a fantastic look into the beginning of Roald Dahl's life. The book focuses on his journey through schooling and what life was like in England in the twenties and thirties. It is a great autobiography and look behind the famous author. I recommend that anyone who reads this, reads slowly and really tries to absorb what Roald Dahl is saying. This book is great for elementary aged children. ]]> 2018-05-09 04:44:13 UTC https://padlet.com/kminton1/jcrssme8uiao/wish/259156873