Book of the Month by Destiny Briceno

September '23

destiny_briceno — 2024-05-01 18:34:44 UTC

The September Book of the Month, Apple Picking Time by Michele B. Slawson, explores the experiences of immigrant families working in the fields. This book focuses on the CASEL competency social awareness and learning about others life experiences and how they effect our choices and actions.

October '23

destiny_briceno — 2024-05-01 18:41:17 UTC

The October Book of the Month, The Legend of Spookly the Square Pumpkin by Joe Troiano, explores the adventures of a pumpkin who discovers how his unique qualities make him special and different.

November '23

destiny_briceno — 2024-05-01 19:10:09 UTC

The November Book of the Month, Turkey Trouble by Wendi Silvano, follows a turkey who is trying to avoid being Thanksgiving Dinner! He uses his understanding of self awareness to try and get out of the situation he's in.

December '23

destiny_briceno — 2024-05-01 19:15:02 UTC

The December Book of the Month, How Santa Got His Job by Stephen Krensky, follows Santa on his search for a job. See how Santa uses the different skills he learned throughout his journey to become Santa!

January '24

destiny_briceno — 2024-05-02 14:19:22 UTC

The January Book of the Month, The Hat by Jan Brett, follows a hedgehogs journey of being too embarrassed to tell his friends the truth, which leads to chaos!

February '24

destiny_briceno — 2024-05-02 14:24:16 UTC

The February Book of the Month, The Kindness Quilt by Nancy Elizabeth Wallace, is about a class project in which the main character has to share about the kind acts she does. The effects are a ripple effect on the class and school, which teaches us that our actions can spread out beyond our reach as well.

March '24

destiny_briceno — 2024-05-02 14:35:18 UTC

The March Book of the Month, That's What Leprechauns Do by Eve Bunting, explores the adventures of 3 Leprechauns and the pranks they do, "...because that's what Leprechauns do!". This books helps use to discuss making responsible decisions and the effects it has on those around us.

April '24

destiny_briceno — 2024-05-02 14:37:40 UTC

The April Book of the Month, The Great Kapok Tree by Lynne Cherry, explores the effects of deforestation. Students will discuss things they can do in their homes, schools and communities to help care for the Earth.

May '24

destiny_briceno — 2024-05-02 14:42:14 UTC

The May Book of the Month, Sunflower House by Eve Bunting, looks at the steps on caring for a plant and the imagination of playing outside. Have your students explore what they need to do to care for something

August '24

destiny_briceno — 2024-05-22 15:14:46 UTC

The August Book of the Month, Nerdy Birdy by Aaron Reynolds, is a story about inclusion. This book is a great pick for the month of August as students begin to make friends in new classroom settings. Nerdy Birdy discusses that although we are all different, we can still be friends.

September '24

destiny_briceno — 2024-08-15 16:34:49 UTC

The September Book of the Month, The Invisible Boy by Trudy Ludwig, follows the story of a boy who feels "invisible" or not included at school. His teacher is busy dealing with other students behavior and he has other interests then his friends. Discover how Brain navigates being seen or included at school!

October '24

destiny_briceno — 2024-09-20 19:08:07 UTC

The October Book of the Month, Too Many Pumpkins by Linda White, explores the idea of what happens when you ignore a problem. Rebecca hated pumpkins, but one day when she realizes they are growing in her yard and she ignores the problem until she can't anymore. Through this text students can learn how to face their problems and manage their feelings.

November '24

destiny_briceno — 2024-10-28 16:02:58 UTC

The November Book of the Month, Fletcher and the Falling Leaves by Julia Rowlinson, is about a young Fox who experiences change for the first time as the season changes to Fall. He is worried about his friend, the tree, and seeks out help from others to help it feel better. This book discusses how change can be beautiful.

December '24

destiny_briceno — 2024-11-18 18:29:00 UTC

The December Book of the Month, Gingerbread Friends by Jan Brett, is a version of the The Gingerbread Boy that explores the idea of friendship. The Gingerbread Baby is lonely when his friend Mattie leaves the house. He decides to leave and explore the world for his own friends. Read this with your class to find out what the Gingerbread Baby learns about where to find true friendship.

January '25

destiny_briceno — 2024-12-05 22:23:11 UTC

The December Book of the Month, Brave Irene by William Steig, explores the adventures of a young girl trying to help her mother, who is sick, deliver a dress to the duchess. The story follows her as she battles the wicked blizzard. She remains steadfast in her determination to do what she promised! Your students will have the opportunity to self reflect and learn how they can remain determined through tough situations they face.

February '25

destiny_briceno — 2025-01-27 20:15:29 UTC

The February Book of the Month, Ordinary Mary's Extraordinary Deed by Emily Pearson, is the perfect book to go along with National Random Acts of Kindness Act. Explore how one little girls random act of kindness changes the world!

March '25

destiny_briceno — 2025-02-26 16:38:42 UTC

The March Book of the Month, Big Test Jitters by Julie Danneburg, talks about the anxiety students may experience around testing. With state testing prep happening we want to help students find coping skills to help them through testing. In this book of the month resources, teachers can find resources to help their students find peace in the testing season.

April '25

destiny_briceno — 2025-03-28 18:01:56 UTC

The April Book of the Month, Miss Nelson is Missing by James Marshall, is the classic story of how students learn to appreciate their teacher. With the school year nearing the end it is a great time for students to reflect on the relationships they've built with you and review the classroom expectations!

May '25

destiny_briceno — 2025-04-30 15:39:39 UTC

The May Book of the Month, Taste Your Words by Bonnie Clark, is a book about a girl who learns how to use kind words. Your students will love this funny story of a girl who tastes so many different flavors!