https://padlet.com/ecaslbookreview/ECASL_Book_Recs Books recommended by our members! en-us 2022-11-17 16:50:24 UTC 2025-05-19 16:22:04 UTC hello@padlet.com https://padlet-uploads.storage.googleapis.com/1890786810/7ecc6ce0749264770d49a3bf649dead5/ECASL.png sfreund5 https://padlet.com/ecaslbookreview/ECASL_Book_Recs/wish/2394625469 A murder mystery that will keep you on the edge of your seat! Great choice for a high school book club.]]> 2022-11-22 19:23:17 UTC https://padlet.com/ecaslbookreview/ECASL_Book_Recs/wish/2394625469 kerrylweinstein https://padlet.com/ecaslbookreview/ECASL_Book_Recs/wish/2401907240 For fans of The Vanishing Half by Brit Bennett and its grandmother, Passing by Nella Larsen. A good rec for teachers and for students who enjoy reading historical fiction. -kw]]> 2022-11-29 13:38:35 UTC https://padlet.com/ecaslbookreview/ECASL_Book_Recs/wish/2401907240 https://padlet.com/ecaslbookreview/ECASL_Book_Recs/wish/2402861601 Realistic portrayal of small-town life for a group of 7th graders. Would be a compelling read aloud or book club pick.]]> 2022-11-30 02:10:55 UTC https://padlet.com/ecaslbookreview/ECASL_Book_Recs/wish/2402861601 trice4 https://padlet.com/ecaslbookreview/ECASL_Book_Recs/wish/2403696665 A pitch perfect tale of a female chemist in the 1960s. Full of wit, charm, and heart. A perfect read for anyone that has ever felt a little different. Trigger warning for sexual assault]]> 2022-11-30 15:06:12 UTC https://padlet.com/ecaslbookreview/ECASL_Book_Recs/wish/2403696665 trice4 https://padlet.com/ecaslbookreview/ECASL_Book_Recs/wish/2403903457 This book has it all; romance, coming of age, and a heartfelt tale of what it means to be a 1st generation immigrant. It is also a romance with a male narrator. Often laugh out loud funny, this book delivers a light read about a serious decision...what to do with your life. A great recommended read for any student facing the college decision process. ]]> 2022-11-30 17:09:28 UTC https://padlet.com/ecaslbookreview/ECASL_Book_Recs/wish/2403903457 trice4 https://padlet.com/ecaslbookreview/ECASL_Book_Recs/wish/2403933600 A retelling of a classic that turns a traditional tale into a captivating counting book. There are loads of counting books. There are tons of Big Bad Wolf retellings. This one deserves to be read with delight to any student in K-1. ]]> 2022-11-30 17:28:40 UTC https://padlet.com/ecaslbookreview/ECASL_Book_Recs/wish/2403933600 trice4 https://padlet.com/ecaslbookreview/ECASL_Book_Recs/wish/2403945374 A charming and beautifully illustrated tale about a family picking a pine tree for Christmas. The story is simple, but in the best way. The images are beautiful and almost old fashioned in style. The tale is a classic and ends with a gorgeous pop up. A great Christmas gift or book to read to prepare small children for picking a tree. ]]> 2022-11-30 17:36:30 UTC https://padlet.com/ecaslbookreview/ECASL_Book_Recs/wish/2403945374 sfreund5 https://padlet.com/ecaslbookreview/ECASL_Book_Recs/wish/2405591349 This graphic novel from DC uses familiar characters and a compelling plot to explore xenophobia in the U.S. and the negative social and emotional impacts it has on individuals and families.]]> 2022-12-01 18:36:16 UTC https://padlet.com/ecaslbookreview/ECASL_Book_Recs/wish/2405591349