https://padlet.com/rebeccabellomo/qmljj8uyssb0f1um These books are ones that I would like my students to have easy access to due the impactful meanings and ability to learn through them, which is why they will be in my future library. en-us 2022-08-22 15:12:22 UTC 2023-10-03 20:26:22 UTC hello@padlet.com rebeccabellomo https://padlet.com/rebeccabellomo/qmljj8uyssb0f1um/wish/2294380462 I think that books about different season (especially when it involves something some kids are familiar to) is always fun. For example, reading books about snow to kids in Florida, because it is something they don't experience but is so normal to other kids. ]]> 2022-09-13 14:11:14 UTC https://padlet.com/rebeccabellomo/qmljj8uyssb0f1um/wish/2294380462 rebeccabellomo https://padlet.com/rebeccabellomo/qmljj8uyssb0f1um/wish/2294383439 I remember Charlottes web being one of my favorite chapter books growing up. That being said, this book would definitely have to be in one of the higher grades in the Elementary school since it is a chapter book. I can remember reading this book, watching the movie, and playing games that were made after it. This was one of my favorite books growing up, which is why I would add it to my library. ]]> 2022-09-13 14:12:32 UTC https://padlet.com/rebeccabellomo/qmljj8uyssb0f1um/wish/2294383439 rebeccabellomo https://padlet.com/rebeccabellomo/qmljj8uyssb0f1um/wish/2294388861 Before today, I had never heard of this story but was impressed on how it had won three different awards. I decided to do some research and find out what it's about, and feel that this would be a perfect book for my library. Not only does it normalize immigration, but it also has the power to familiarize students who may not understand. It shows that we should feel proud of who we are and where we come from, which is a very powerful message. ]]> 2022-09-13 14:15:02 UTC https://padlet.com/rebeccabellomo/qmljj8uyssb0f1um/wish/2294388861 rebeccabellomo https://padlet.com/rebeccabellomo/qmljj8uyssb0f1um/wish/2312366151 The first thing that I thought was interesting about this is that on amazon, this story is a teachers top pick and it has won an award, but in some places it's banned. I know as a kid I not only loved this book, but the movie too. ]]> 2022-09-25 16:13:46 UTC https://padlet.com/rebeccabellomo/qmljj8uyssb0f1um/wish/2312366151 rebeccabellomo https://padlet.com/rebeccabellomo/qmljj8uyssb0f1um/wish/2312367075 This story is important because what is being told is normal in society. Children shouldn't be sheltered form these topics because then it will not be normal for them and thats when problems get bigger.]]> 2022-09-25 16:14:50 UTC https://padlet.com/rebeccabellomo/qmljj8uyssb0f1um/wish/2312367075 rebeccabellomo https://padlet.com/rebeccabellomo/qmljj8uyssb0f1um/wish/2312369063 Going a long with one of my previous examples, this is something that happens in society today which is why it is important to normalize it to all ages. It could also help a child feel better when hearing a story like this and they're feeling the same way.]]> 2022-09-25 16:17:15 UTC https://padlet.com/rebeccabellomo/qmljj8uyssb0f1um/wish/2312369063 rebeccabellomo https://padlet.com/rebeccabellomo/qmljj8uyssb0f1um/wish/2316356828 This book starts off with simple shapes that children will be able to identify, but then changes up and has a lot more going on. This book not only helps children identify, but gives them a good laugh as well.]]> 2022-09-27 21:12:27 UTC https://padlet.com/rebeccabellomo/qmljj8uyssb0f1um/wish/2316356828 rebeccabellomo https://padlet.com/rebeccabellomo/qmljj8uyssb0f1um/wish/2316358013 This story helps children identify letters (upper case and lower case), as well as fruits around the world and fun facts. ]]> 2022-09-27 21:13:52 UTC https://padlet.com/rebeccabellomo/qmljj8uyssb0f1um/wish/2316358013 rebeccabellomo https://padlet.com/rebeccabellomo/qmljj8uyssb0f1um/wish/2316358620 This book gives children the chance to identify things for the baby that would be yummy, as well as yucky. ]]> 2022-09-27 21:14:33 UTC https://padlet.com/rebeccabellomo/qmljj8uyssb0f1um/wish/2316358620 rebeccabellomo https://padlet.com/rebeccabellomo/qmljj8uyssb0f1um/wish/2322790143 When I was little, i loved Corduroy and I also loved how you could get the little stuffed animal of him to go with the books. I think that having the stuffed animal and getting to do an activity with it going along with this book would be fun for kids. ]]> 2022-10-02 18:00:55 UTC https://padlet.com/rebeccabellomo/qmljj8uyssb0f1um/wish/2322790143 rebeccabellomo https://padlet.com/rebeccabellomo/qmljj8uyssb0f1um/wish/2322790950 This is another fun halloween book for children, and it's exciting to see if the little old lady is really not afraid of anything.]]> 2022-10-02 18:02:04 UTC https://padlet.com/rebeccabellomo/qmljj8uyssb0f1um/wish/2322790950 rebeccabellomo https://padlet.com/rebeccabellomo/qmljj8uyssb0f1um/wish/2322792128 As a child, my favorite day of the year was when it was right before christmas break and we were able to read this book, watch the movie, and have hot chocolate. This is something I want to take in to my classroom being that it was such an exciting time for me.]]> 2022-10-02 18:03:50 UTC https://padlet.com/rebeccabellomo/qmljj8uyssb0f1um/wish/2322792128 rebeccabellomo https://padlet.com/rebeccabellomo/qmljj8uyssb0f1um/wish/2322792755 How to catch an elf is something that children ask themselves as well as people around them every year. I think that this question will make them be very interested in this book to help them find answers. ]]> 2022-10-02 18:04:50 UTC https://padlet.com/rebeccabellomo/qmljj8uyssb0f1um/wish/2322792755 rebeccabellomo https://padlet.com/rebeccabellomo/qmljj8uyssb0f1um/wish/2322793199 This story tells us about a time where an owls home was cut down for christmas, but there was someone kind enough to take the owl into their home. This shoes children the power of being kind to others. ]]> 2022-10-02 18:05:30 UTC https://padlet.com/rebeccabellomo/qmljj8uyssb0f1um/wish/2322793199 rebeccabellomo https://padlet.com/rebeccabellomo/qmljj8uyssb0f1um/wish/2322794292 I like this story for the classroom because it is a sound interactive book for children. This is a great way to keep children involved and interested in the book.]]> 2022-10-02 18:07:14 UTC https://padlet.com/rebeccabellomo/qmljj8uyssb0f1um/wish/2322794292 rebeccabellomo https://padlet.com/rebeccabellomo/qmljj8uyssb0f1um/wish/2322796454 I feel that this is a good book for a basic explanation of what Hanukkah is. There is a big portion of kids who celebrate christmas and don't know what this holiday is, and this will help them understand.]]> 2022-10-02 18:10:02 UTC https://padlet.com/rebeccabellomo/qmljj8uyssb0f1um/wish/2322796454 rebeccabellomo https://padlet.com/rebeccabellomo/qmljj8uyssb0f1um/wish/2322797228 I enjoy this book for kids because it has some surprising yet funny moments about a bear who was let in to someones house. I think children will really like this book and figuring out what will come next.]]> 2022-10-02 18:11:16 UTC https://padlet.com/rebeccabellomo/qmljj8uyssb0f1um/wish/2322797228 rebeccabellomo https://padlet.com/rebeccabellomo/qmljj8uyssb0f1um/wish/2322797983 A lot of kids know what an elf on the shelf is and this is Hanukkahs version. I think this could make them interested in figuring out what the similarities and differences between the two are.]]> 2022-10-02 18:12:08 UTC https://padlet.com/rebeccabellomo/qmljj8uyssb0f1um/wish/2322797983 rebeccabellomo https://padlet.com/rebeccabellomo/qmljj8uyssb0f1um/wish/2322799998 This book is another fun way for kids to be interested in what it's about being that it comes with a finger puppet. This will help students visualize the dreidel, and it could be fun for all the students to get a turn to hold it. ]]> 2022-10-02 18:14:31 UTC https://padlet.com/rebeccabellomo/qmljj8uyssb0f1um/wish/2322799998 rebeccabellomo https://padlet.com/rebeccabellomo/qmljj8uyssb0f1um/wish/2322800596 Similar to another book, I used to love Corduroy book and having the stuffed animal with me as I read them. This could be a fun activity for the kids and you could even involve a kids winning the stuffed animal for the day.]]> 2022-10-02 18:15:21 UTC https://padlet.com/rebeccabellomo/qmljj8uyssb0f1um/wish/2322800596 rebeccabellomo https://padlet.com/rebeccabellomo/qmljj8uyssb0f1um/wish/2322801565 This books is a themed number book which I feel is fun for kids. Theres a variety of animals, number, and "I love you" throughout the book.]]> 2022-10-02 18:16:51 UTC https://padlet.com/rebeccabellomo/qmljj8uyssb0f1um/wish/2322801565 rebeccabellomo https://padlet.com/rebeccabellomo/qmljj8uyssb0f1um/wish/2322802187 This is the type of "what's going to happen next" book. It's an exciting way for children to get in the spirt while also enjoying a new book.]]> 2022-10-02 18:17:56 UTC https://padlet.com/rebeccabellomo/qmljj8uyssb0f1um/wish/2322802187 rebeccabellomo https://padlet.com/rebeccabellomo/qmljj8uyssb0f1um/wish/2322802743 This is a good rhyming books for kids, so this would be a great book to read, especially if this were something you were working on in class. ]]> 2022-10-02 18:18:52 UTC https://padlet.com/rebeccabellomo/qmljj8uyssb0f1um/wish/2322802743 rebeccabellomo https://padlet.com/rebeccabellomo/qmljj8uyssb0f1um/wish/2322803301 This book can be an inspiration for kids during valentine day. You could also have a fun activity for them after you read this, for example, they all make hearts for someone they love after.]]> 2022-10-02 18:19:44 UTC https://padlet.com/rebeccabellomo/qmljj8uyssb0f1um/wish/2322803301 rebeccabellomo https://padlet.com/rebeccabellomo/qmljj8uyssb0f1um/wish/2322803608 Although the dog in this story loves lots of things, the things she loves the most is her family. This shows children how important family is and how great of a thing love really is.]]> 2022-10-02 18:20:17 UTC https://padlet.com/rebeccabellomo/qmljj8uyssb0f1um/wish/2322803608 rebeccabellomo https://padlet.com/rebeccabellomo/qmljj8uyssb0f1um/wish/2322804116 This book is a great indication of what being thankful truly is. At such a young age, kids may not reason why it truly means to be thankful, but being that it is such an important thing, I really enjoy this book for childre.]]> 2022-10-02 18:21:09 UTC https://padlet.com/rebeccabellomo/qmljj8uyssb0f1um/wish/2322804116 rebeccabellomo https://padlet.com/rebeccabellomo/qmljj8uyssb0f1um/wish/2322804584 This book shows children that Thanksgiving is about spending time with family and being thankful for the time you get with them. This is an important message for children to really understand what Thanksgiving is about.]]> 2022-10-02 18:21:52 UTC https://padlet.com/rebeccabellomo/qmljj8uyssb0f1um/wish/2322804584 rebeccabellomo https://padlet.com/rebeccabellomo/qmljj8uyssb0f1um/wish/2322805070 I always loved watching Charlie Brown as a kid. You can read this story with the kids while also allowing them to watch some of the movie, which is an exciting activity for them.]]> 2022-10-02 18:22:39 UTC https://padlet.com/rebeccabellomo/qmljj8uyssb0f1um/wish/2322805070 rebeccabellomo https://padlet.com/rebeccabellomo/qmljj8uyssb0f1um/wish/2322805592 This story tells background information on Thanksgiving while also tell us what is important about this day. This could be a good book for children to read to understand this day.]]> 2022-10-02 18:23:28 UTC https://padlet.com/rebeccabellomo/qmljj8uyssb0f1um/wish/2322805592 rebeccabellomo https://padlet.com/rebeccabellomo/qmljj8uyssb0f1um/wish/2322806106 I absolutely love the illustration in the book and i feel that it makes such a beautiful picture of what Thanksgiving is about.]]> 2022-10-02 18:24:09 UTC https://padlet.com/rebeccabellomo/qmljj8uyssb0f1um/wish/2322806106 rebeccabellomo https://padlet.com/rebeccabellomo/qmljj8uyssb0f1um/wish/2323861610 I thought this would be a great book into my library because it has won an award, which i feel is so powerful being that it is a wordless book. I was automatically intrigued by this which is why i feel it is a great fit.]]> 2022-10-03 14:14:51 UTC https://padlet.com/rebeccabellomo/qmljj8uyssb0f1um/wish/2323861610 rebeccabellomo https://padlet.com/rebeccabellomo/qmljj8uyssb0f1um/wish/2323869384 This is a fun book for children, and is also a fun way to hear children's predictions on what will happen next. I feel that children would be very interested in what will happen which is why they would like this book. ]]> 2022-10-03 14:18:37 UTC https://padlet.com/rebeccabellomo/qmljj8uyssb0f1um/wish/2323869384 rebeccabellomo https://padlet.com/rebeccabellomo/qmljj8uyssb0f1um/wish/2323873606 I would include the story in my library due to what is being told. This is a story about a shy girl who moved to a new place. She would hear the kids having fun but was too nervous to go out, and I feel that a lot of children can relate to a story like this. I know personally when i was a kid I was very shy and I feel this story will make children not feel a lone. ]]> 2022-10-03 14:20:28 UTC https://padlet.com/rebeccabellomo/qmljj8uyssb0f1um/wish/2323873606 rebeccabellomo https://padlet.com/rebeccabellomo/qmljj8uyssb0f1um/wish/2323883154 I enjoy the illustrations in the story and how we are witnessing what the girl is dreaming. This is a fun way for children to relate their dreams to others, and I feel you could also do a fun activity based on their dreams after this story. ]]> 2022-10-03 14:24:37 UTC https://padlet.com/rebeccabellomo/qmljj8uyssb0f1um/wish/2323883154 rebeccabellomo https://padlet.com/rebeccabellomo/qmljj8uyssb0f1um/wish/2325887416 This would be a fun read aloud book where the kids as well as the teacher could have to act like they are in the house and be quiet as well. The teacher could be using a whisper voice while the students are quiet.]]> 2022-10-04 15:00:07 UTC https://padlet.com/rebeccabellomo/qmljj8uyssb0f1um/wish/2325887416 rebeccabellomo https://padlet.com/rebeccabellomo/qmljj8uyssb0f1um/wish/2325906398 I feel that all of the different animals and colors are exciting of the kids, as well as wondering which animal is going to come next (and won't leave) will make them intrigued. ]]> 2022-10-04 15:09:45 UTC https://padlet.com/rebeccabellomo/qmljj8uyssb0f1um/wish/2325906398 rebeccabellomo https://padlet.com/rebeccabellomo/qmljj8uyssb0f1um/wish/2325909955 Pirates is something that sparks a lot of children's interest, and this book is a fun adventure to get the treasure. ]]> 2022-10-04 15:11:31 UTC https://padlet.com/rebeccabellomo/qmljj8uyssb0f1um/wish/2325909955 rebeccabellomo https://padlet.com/rebeccabellomo/qmljj8uyssb0f1um/wish/2325917842 This book is very similar to the series "There was an old lady who swallowed a..." which is why I like this book. I feel that it is a fun change and seeing how and what the dragon is going to eat next will keep the students on their toes.]]> 2022-10-04 15:15:25 UTC https://padlet.com/rebeccabellomo/qmljj8uyssb0f1um/wish/2325917842 rebeccabellomo https://padlet.com/rebeccabellomo/qmljj8uyssb0f1um/wish/2325921580 A very common fear for children at a young age is the dark. This story normalizes this in a way as well as it has amazing illustrations. ]]> 2022-10-04 15:17:18 UTC https://padlet.com/rebeccabellomo/qmljj8uyssb0f1um/wish/2325921580 rebeccabellomo https://padlet.com/rebeccabellomo/qmljj8uyssb0f1um/wish/2325925596 The family is all working together and celebrating together, which shows the children what holidays are really about.]]> 2022-10-04 15:19:21 UTC https://padlet.com/rebeccabellomo/qmljj8uyssb0f1um/wish/2325925596 rebeccabellomo https://padlet.com/rebeccabellomo/qmljj8uyssb0f1um/wish/2325928502 I feel that this book is a classic must-read for children, which is why I want to have it apart of my classroom.]]> 2022-10-04 15:20:49 UTC https://padlet.com/rebeccabellomo/qmljj8uyssb0f1um/wish/2325928502 rebeccabellomo https://padlet.com/rebeccabellomo/qmljj8uyssb0f1um/wish/2325963948 I read this for the first time in one of my other classes this semester. I personally really enjoyed this story and was surprised that it was my first time hearing it. ]]> 2022-10-04 15:38:01 UTC https://padlet.com/rebeccabellomo/qmljj8uyssb0f1um/wish/2325963948 rebeccabellomo https://padlet.com/rebeccabellomo/qmljj8uyssb0f1um/wish/2352590688 This story is a best seller, and includes a plethora of stories in our world. i think it's important for children to see the impact these people have made and who they are. ]]> 2022-10-23 20:35:27 UTC https://padlet.com/rebeccabellomo/qmljj8uyssb0f1um/wish/2352590688 rebeccabellomo https://padlet.com/rebeccabellomo/qmljj8uyssb0f1um/wish/2352591903 2022-10-23 20:37:50 UTC https://padlet.com/rebeccabellomo/qmljj8uyssb0f1um/wish/2352591903 rebeccabellomo https://padlet.com/rebeccabellomo/qmljj8uyssb0f1um/wish/2352593193 This story shows students the power of imagination and the things you can do with it. Kids always have the best imagination and I feel that this story promotes is (which I think is a great thing) and shows them the fun you can have. ]]> 2022-10-23 20:39:45 UTC https://padlet.com/rebeccabellomo/qmljj8uyssb0f1um/wish/2352593193 rebeccabellomo https://padlet.com/rebeccabellomo/qmljj8uyssb0f1um/wish/2352593718 The title of this story says it all, this shows students we are all the same. No matter you height, skin color, hair color, shoe size, we are all the same. This is good for students to hear especially if they face that the don't feel the same in a classroom.]]> 2022-10-23 20:40:44 UTC https://padlet.com/rebeccabellomo/qmljj8uyssb0f1um/wish/2352593718 rebeccabellomo https://padlet.com/rebeccabellomo/qmljj8uyssb0f1um/wish/2352597526 This is another classic story that has an important message behind it. This shows students why it's so important to tell the truth which is important for them to learn at their age.]]> 2022-10-23 20:47:36 UTC https://padlet.com/rebeccabellomo/qmljj8uyssb0f1um/wish/2352597526 rebeccabellomo https://padlet.com/rebeccabellomo/qmljj8uyssb0f1um/wish/2352598065 Growing up, I absolutely loved everything princesses. I was one to always reach for that princess book which is why I really want to include princess books in my library (they meant a lot to me, so I want to provide them for students who feel the same way).]]> 2022-10-23 20:48:33 UTC https://padlet.com/rebeccabellomo/qmljj8uyssb0f1um/wish/2352598065 rebeccabellomo https://padlet.com/rebeccabellomo/qmljj8uyssb0f1um/wish/2352599100 The way the duckling feels in this story could be relatable to some students in a classroom. It shows the power of friendships and encourages new friendships to form in a classroom. ]]> 2022-10-23 20:50:32 UTC https://padlet.com/rebeccabellomo/qmljj8uyssb0f1um/wish/2352599100 rebeccabellomo https://padlet.com/rebeccabellomo/qmljj8uyssb0f1um/wish/2373019102 The very first thing that I noticed about this books was the illustration. I think that the picture are breathtaking which is the main reason I want to include this in my library. ]]> 2022-11-07 13:05:55 UTC https://padlet.com/rebeccabellomo/qmljj8uyssb0f1um/wish/2373019102 rebeccabellomo https://padlet.com/rebeccabellomo/qmljj8uyssb0f1um/wish/2373021082 This book has a collection of poems which I like, and it ties back to a book that their either know or you can teach, recipes. A fun activity for you to do after reading the poem is having the children make a poem about their favorite recipe. ]]> 2022-11-07 13:07:15 UTC https://padlet.com/rebeccabellomo/qmljj8uyssb0f1um/wish/2373021082 rebeccabellomo https://padlet.com/rebeccabellomo/qmljj8uyssb0f1um/wish/2373023363 I remember as a child we would always have a flea market where we would learn about a different culture, dress in their outfit, and sell stuff that they would sell at a flea market. When I saw this book, this is what came to my mind because we are reading poems about all the different styles of dancing. ]]> 2022-11-07 13:08:37 UTC https://padlet.com/rebeccabellomo/qmljj8uyssb0f1um/wish/2373023363 rebeccabellomo https://padlet.com/rebeccabellomo/qmljj8uyssb0f1um/wish/2373025544 This book is good to use in a science classroom because it teaches kids what we would see underground. I think it's harder to find books that would belong in a science and math classroom, but I think this would be a great fit. ]]> 2022-11-07 13:09:55 UTC https://padlet.com/rebeccabellomo/qmljj8uyssb0f1um/wish/2373025544 rebeccabellomo https://padlet.com/rebeccabellomo/qmljj8uyssb0f1um/wish/2373026945 This is another book that promotes imagination and all the wonderful things that go a long with it. I again think that imagination is a great tool for someone to have, and promoting it in a classroom to a great opportunity for students to do it. ]]> 2022-11-07 13:10:52 UTC https://padlet.com/rebeccabellomo/qmljj8uyssb0f1um/wish/2373026945 rebeccabellomo https://padlet.com/rebeccabellomo/qmljj8uyssb0f1um/wish/2373091777 This game teaches students how to write kind messages to people. This also allows them to receive kind messages from other people, which is something that could really make someones day. ]]> 2022-11-07 13:46:44 UTC https://padlet.com/rebeccabellomo/qmljj8uyssb0f1um/wish/2373091777 rebeccabellomo https://padlet.com/rebeccabellomo/qmljj8uyssb0f1um/wish/2373094375 This video game is about someone going through their life and trying to find out the meaning of it. It is kind of like a puzzle in a way and it's fun for students to have to go through the different phases. ]]> 2022-11-07 13:48:05 UTC https://padlet.com/rebeccabellomo/qmljj8uyssb0f1um/wish/2373094375 rebeccabellomo https://padlet.com/rebeccabellomo/qmljj8uyssb0f1um/wish/2373095630 This video game encourages creativity which is something that every child has. Sable is given tasks throughout the game and you are rewarded with something like a badge. ]]> 2022-11-07 13:48:47 UTC https://padlet.com/rebeccabellomo/qmljj8uyssb0f1um/wish/2373095630 rebeccabellomo https://padlet.com/rebeccabellomo/qmljj8uyssb0f1um/wish/2373128953 This story is all about what Jermey wants vs needs. By the end of the story, he realizes whats actually important (his grandma rather than new shoes), and i absolutely love the message this sends out to kids. Every kid always has something they want, but this makes them think, do I really need it?]]> 2022-11-07 14:06:15 UTC https://padlet.com/rebeccabellomo/qmljj8uyssb0f1um/wish/2373128953 rebeccabellomo https://padlet.com/rebeccabellomo/qmljj8uyssb0f1um/wish/2373130448 This shows students the work that goes on, even when it is dark and everyone is sleeping. This is a good way to appreciate the people that are out working to help us get what we need. ]]> 2022-11-07 14:06:58 UTC https://padlet.com/rebeccabellomo/qmljj8uyssb0f1um/wish/2373130448 rebeccabellomo https://padlet.com/rebeccabellomo/qmljj8uyssb0f1um/wish/2373134356 The message in this story is that kids can do wonderful things if they put their mind to it, which I 100% agree with. There can be times where kids don't believe in themself because they are "just a kid", but this book shows them otherwise. ]]> 2022-11-07 14:08:55 UTC https://padlet.com/rebeccabellomo/qmljj8uyssb0f1um/wish/2373134356 rebeccabellomo https://padlet.com/rebeccabellomo/qmljj8uyssb0f1um/wish/2373135922 This is a humorous book which children always love. It's about a class who has a very strict substitute teacher and they just want their real teacher to come back, and I think it will be very intriguing for kids.]]> 2022-11-07 14:09:42 UTC https://padlet.com/rebeccabellomo/qmljj8uyssb0f1um/wish/2373135922 rebeccabellomo https://padlet.com/rebeccabellomo/qmljj8uyssb0f1um/wish/2373137937 I think this is a good book to red during fall time, especially since they are doing all fall activities. I think it's also important to read a book like this in Florida to show children what happens during different seasons being that we don't witness it. ]]> 2022-11-07 14:10:39 UTC https://padlet.com/rebeccabellomo/qmljj8uyssb0f1um/wish/2373137937 rebeccabellomo https://padlet.com/rebeccabellomo/qmljj8uyssb0f1um/wish/2373138945 I am personally a huge family person so this book really spoke to me. It shows the power of team work and how important family is. I think this is an adorable book for students to see. ]]> 2022-11-07 14:11:09 UTC https://padlet.com/rebeccabellomo/qmljj8uyssb0f1um/wish/2373138945 rebeccabellomo https://padlet.com/rebeccabellomo/qmljj8uyssb0f1um/wish/2373140795 This story shows that no matter your size, you can make a difference. There was bullying going on in the story, and the smallest girl in the smallest grade didn't like it so she put a stop to it. This always tells students to not stay quiet when they seeing bullying going on. ]]> 2022-11-07 14:11:58 UTC https://padlet.com/rebeccabellomo/qmljj8uyssb0f1um/wish/2373140795 rebeccabellomo https://padlet.com/rebeccabellomo/qmljj8uyssb0f1um/wish/2373144030 This is an award winning book that teachers students about immigrants. This book gives them the knowledge on this topic by telling a story, which I really like. ]]> 2022-11-07 14:13:38 UTC https://padlet.com/rebeccabellomo/qmljj8uyssb0f1um/wish/2373144030 rebeccabellomo https://padlet.com/rebeccabellomo/qmljj8uyssb0f1um/wish/2373145319 In this story, they are talking about historical events by taking an artifact out of a box and then describing what happened. I think this is a unique way for students to learn about the historical events, and it's a way of learning without noticing how important it is to know this information.]]> 2022-11-07 14:14:16 UTC https://padlet.com/rebeccabellomo/qmljj8uyssb0f1um/wish/2373145319 rebeccabellomo https://padlet.com/rebeccabellomo/qmljj8uyssb0f1um/wish/2373147386 This book is about someone who re-traced the steps of the people who traveled through underground railroad. Again, I think this is an interesting way for students to learn more about this topic. ]]> 2022-11-07 14:15:18 UTC https://padlet.com/rebeccabellomo/qmljj8uyssb0f1um/wish/2373147386 rebeccabellomo https://padlet.com/rebeccabellomo/qmljj8uyssb0f1um/wish/2373148963 This is an award winning book about a slave who has a big dream. This not only teaches students the history, but also shows them how important it is to set you mind to something, because you can accomplish anything you dream of. ]]> 2022-11-07 14:16:04 UTC https://padlet.com/rebeccabellomo/qmljj8uyssb0f1um/wish/2373148963 rebeccabellomo https://padlet.com/rebeccabellomo/qmljj8uyssb0f1um/wish/2373151266 This book shows students the different emotions people may feel when changing places. Zoe works hard to make her mom feel better and enjoy their new home, which is inspiring to kids. ]]> 2022-11-07 14:17:08 UTC https://padlet.com/rebeccabellomo/qmljj8uyssb0f1um/wish/2373151266 rebeccabellomo https://padlet.com/rebeccabellomo/qmljj8uyssb0f1um/wish/2373152349 In this story, they go through several months and show students what it is like to be an oxcart man, as well as all of the different seasons. ]]> 2022-11-07 14:17:42 UTC https://padlet.com/rebeccabellomo/qmljj8uyssb0f1um/wish/2373152349 rebeccabellomo https://padlet.com/rebeccabellomo/qmljj8uyssb0f1um/wish/2373153864 This story not only has humor, but it also tells a story of what it's like to change from one home to the next. It shows students that no matter how far, theres always something that you can have that reminds you of home. ]]> 2022-11-07 14:18:22 UTC https://padlet.com/rebeccabellomo/qmljj8uyssb0f1um/wish/2373153864 rebeccabellomo https://padlet.com/rebeccabellomo/qmljj8uyssb0f1um/wish/2373155739 This is a good book about immigration for young children. There not too many words, but the words that are there serve a huge purpose in the lesson. ]]> 2022-11-07 14:19:10 UTC https://padlet.com/rebeccabellomo/qmljj8uyssb0f1um/wish/2373155739 rebeccabellomo https://padlet.com/rebeccabellomo/qmljj8uyssb0f1um/wish/2373157045 This book is a way to teach kids history without them really knowing they are learning (a fun way to learn). The information is important but the book makes it interesting to the point where they won't feel like they are sitting down and doing a history lesson. ]]> 2022-11-07 14:19:46 UTC https://padlet.com/rebeccabellomo/qmljj8uyssb0f1um/wish/2373157045 rebeccabellomo https://padlet.com/rebeccabellomo/qmljj8uyssb0f1um/wish/2382886876 This is a good book to teach kids about measurement and size. There is fun pictures and colors throughout, which I feel is a good way to keep their attention. I think that you could incorporate this book with a math lesson which is another reason why I would pick this book. ]]> 2022-11-14 13:36:48 UTC https://padlet.com/rebeccabellomo/qmljj8uyssb0f1um/wish/2382886876 rebeccabellomo https://padlet.com/rebeccabellomo/qmljj8uyssb0f1um/wish/2382890676 This is a fun book to read about while also teaches them new words about direction. They will then be able to use these words in their own life which is why I feel that this book would be very beneficial. ]]> 2022-11-14 13:39:18 UTC https://padlet.com/rebeccabellomo/qmljj8uyssb0f1um/wish/2382890676 rebeccabellomo https://padlet.com/rebeccabellomo/qmljj8uyssb0f1um/wish/2382898533 This book is an informative way to teach kids about the cycle of the ecosystem. This book could be incorporated with a science lesson and shows how important everything is from a monkey to chocolate. ]]> 2022-11-14 13:44:03 UTC https://padlet.com/rebeccabellomo/qmljj8uyssb0f1um/wish/2382898533 rebeccabellomo https://padlet.com/rebeccabellomo/qmljj8uyssb0f1um/wish/2382902806 This is a STEM book, which is the main reason that I really want to incorporate this book in my classroom (especially since this is the first book that is truly for STEM in my library). It is a fun way to encourage building for children. ]]> 2022-11-14 13:46:30 UTC https://padlet.com/rebeccabellomo/qmljj8uyssb0f1um/wish/2382902806 rebeccabellomo https://padlet.com/rebeccabellomo/qmljj8uyssb0f1um/wish/2382906479 This is a book that helps take a look on self image to children. It is award winning and is a great to start a conversation about being confident in your own skin.]]> 2022-11-14 13:48:32 UTC https://padlet.com/rebeccabellomo/qmljj8uyssb0f1um/wish/2382906479 rebeccabellomo https://padlet.com/rebeccabellomo/qmljj8uyssb0f1um/wish/2382910832 This is a good book to talk about appreciation and what the kids have in their life. It shows what someone would do in their day-to-day life and what the differences may be.]]> 2022-11-14 13:50:54 UTC https://padlet.com/rebeccabellomo/qmljj8uyssb0f1um/wish/2382910832 rebeccabellomo https://padlet.com/rebeccabellomo/qmljj8uyssb0f1um/wish/2382918719 This is a good way to send the message to students that they don't need to be doing the same thing as others. I think this is important for children to learn at a young age because of the way society is today. ]]> 2022-11-14 13:55:18 UTC https://padlet.com/rebeccabellomo/qmljj8uyssb0f1um/wish/2382918719 rebeccabellomo https://padlet.com/rebeccabellomo/qmljj8uyssb0f1um/wish/2382928086 It is obvious to say that voting is going to be in the children that we teach future. It's important to know about and what it means to be apart of it, which is why I would include this book. ]]> 2022-11-14 14:00:13 UTC https://padlet.com/rebeccabellomo/qmljj8uyssb0f1um/wish/2382928086 rebeccabellomo https://padlet.com/rebeccabellomo/qmljj8uyssb0f1um/wish/2390912743 This is a good graphic novel for the younger kids and is a great way to show kids how someone is trying to help someone else understand how to do something (in this case pretend).]]> 2022-11-19 13:39:23 UTC https://padlet.com/rebeccabellomo/qmljj8uyssb0f1um/wish/2390912743 rebeccabellomo https://padlet.com/rebeccabellomo/qmljj8uyssb0f1um/wish/2390913990 This is a great book for children being that it's all about friendship. This book allows students to understand what you can do in order to help one of your friends how to feel better on a day when they aren't in the best mood. ]]> 2022-11-19 13:41:38 UTC https://padlet.com/rebeccabellomo/qmljj8uyssb0f1um/wish/2390913990 rebeccabellomo https://padlet.com/rebeccabellomo/qmljj8uyssb0f1um/wish/2390915318 This book is not only full of facts, but also jokes which is something that every child loves. Every child loves a good laugh and this is a nonfiction book which always gives students the opportunity to do so, which is why I definitely want to include this book. ]]> 2022-11-19 13:44:11 UTC https://padlet.com/rebeccabellomo/qmljj8uyssb0f1um/wish/2390915318 rebeccabellomo https://padlet.com/rebeccabellomo/qmljj8uyssb0f1um/wish/2390916606 This is another story about friendship, but this one is unique because it is written in comic panels. I think this is fun for students because it is something different and it also tells a fun story about two friends and riding a bike. ]]> 2022-11-19 13:47:13 UTC https://padlet.com/rebeccabellomo/qmljj8uyssb0f1um/wish/2390916606 rebeccabellomo https://padlet.com/rebeccabellomo/qmljj8uyssb0f1um/wish/2390919113 What stands out in this book is the illustrations that are used throughout. This makes it a fun book for students and they also get the opportunity to learn about worms throughout the story. ]]> 2022-11-19 13:51:24 UTC https://padlet.com/rebeccabellomo/qmljj8uyssb0f1um/wish/2390919113 rebeccabellomo https://padlet.com/rebeccabellomo/qmljj8uyssb0f1um/wish/2390920094 This is a story about the different adventures you can go on just outside of your house! I have always been a big fan of nature so I think it's important to include this stuff in your classroom. ]]> 2022-11-19 13:53:32 UTC https://padlet.com/rebeccabellomo/qmljj8uyssb0f1um/wish/2390920094 rebeccabellomo https://padlet.com/rebeccabellomo/qmljj8uyssb0f1um/wish/2391438907 This book is a way to make your students have to put their thoughts in the moms shoes. They need to think of things that they would say to the child and it is a great way to challenge your students. ]]> 2022-11-20 14:11:46 UTC https://padlet.com/rebeccabellomo/qmljj8uyssb0f1um/wish/2391438907 rebeccabellomo https://padlet.com/rebeccabellomo/qmljj8uyssb0f1um/wish/2391441190 In this story, we hear both the mom and Alex's side of the story which is a good way for students to understand what happens during an argumentative text. This could be a good opportunity for them to think about which side persuaded them and what they would say if they were in this situation. ]]> 2022-11-20 14:15:47 UTC https://padlet.com/rebeccabellomo/qmljj8uyssb0f1um/wish/2391441190 rebeccabellomo https://padlet.com/rebeccabellomo/qmljj8uyssb0f1um/wish/2391444351 There is a big debate going on in this book which is what a persuasive text is all about. This is important for students to learn about while working with persuasive texts, and I feel this book does a great job with it. ]]> 2022-11-20 14:20:41 UTC https://padlet.com/rebeccabellomo/qmljj8uyssb0f1um/wish/2391444351 rebeccabellomo https://padlet.com/rebeccabellomo/qmljj8uyssb0f1um/wish/2391445495 I think that this could be a very relatable story for a lot of kids which is why I feel this could be good in a classroom. Again, the child is very good at persuading which is a good way to teach the kids. ]]> 2022-11-20 14:22:39 UTC https://padlet.com/rebeccabellomo/qmljj8uyssb0f1um/wish/2391445495 rebeccabellomo https://padlet.com/rebeccabellomo/qmljj8uyssb0f1um/wish/2391447114 This could be a very mind-blowing book for children, and the facts that they will hear about is something they will alway remember and pass on to other people (like their family members). I feel that this is a book that they will truly enjoy. ]]> 2022-11-20 14:25:30 UTC https://padlet.com/rebeccabellomo/qmljj8uyssb0f1um/wish/2391447114 rebeccabellomo https://padlet.com/rebeccabellomo/qmljj8uyssb0f1um/wish/2391448635 This teaches children different characteristics of different animals and their bones. It teaches them how different they can be and how they can identify which animal is which just by bone characteristics. ]]> 2022-11-20 14:27:47 UTC https://padlet.com/rebeccabellomo/qmljj8uyssb0f1um/wish/2391448635 rebeccabellomo https://padlet.com/rebeccabellomo/qmljj8uyssb0f1um/wish/2391450173 This book teaches students why certain animals do what they do. It could also be a way for students to learn what they do in general in case they didn't know before hand. I always feel that animal books in a classroom is a good idea being that pretty much everyone loves animals. ]]> 2022-11-20 14:30:29 UTC https://padlet.com/rebeccabellomo/qmljj8uyssb0f1um/wish/2391450173 rebeccabellomo https://padlet.com/rebeccabellomo/qmljj8uyssb0f1um/wish/2391451499 This book is all about the animals that surround us while we're awake but also asleep. This could be a good book to tie in and ask students what they have seen when it's light out but also when it's dark. ]]> 2022-11-20 14:32:52 UTC https://padlet.com/rebeccabellomo/qmljj8uyssb0f1um/wish/2391451499 rebeccabellomo https://padlet.com/rebeccabellomo/qmljj8uyssb0f1um/wish/2393162673 This is a great book for students to read and learn fun facts about the world that we live in. These fun/mind blowing facts are always things that students will remember which is why books like these have such a positive outcome in a classroom.]]> 2022-11-21 20:42:05 UTC https://padlet.com/rebeccabellomo/qmljj8uyssb0f1um/wish/2393162673 rebeccabellomo https://padlet.com/rebeccabellomo/qmljj8uyssb0f1um/wish/2393165256 This is a great book for children to hear about and to understand the opportunity we get with having a friend by your side. I think this would be a great book to read on the first few days of school to help encourage friendships. ]]> 2022-11-21 20:45:16 UTC https://padlet.com/rebeccabellomo/qmljj8uyssb0f1um/wish/2393165256 rebeccabellomo https://padlet.com/rebeccabellomo/qmljj8uyssb0f1um/wish/2393168630 I think this would be a perfect back to school books, especially for the younger kids. It shows them how things change and their circle gets bigger as the get older, and how when we are first born our circle is small. You could also incorporate a fun activity to go along with and talk about your students circle. ]]> 2022-11-21 20:49:39 UTC https://padlet.com/rebeccabellomo/qmljj8uyssb0f1um/wish/2393168630 rebeccabellomo https://padlet.com/rebeccabellomo/qmljj8uyssb0f1um/wish/2393172064 This is a great book to read to your students and help them get to know each other. It is a good way to break the ice and I feel it could be perfect for the first day of school.]]> 2022-11-21 20:53:48 UTC https://padlet.com/rebeccabellomo/qmljj8uyssb0f1um/wish/2393172064 rebeccabellomo https://padlet.com/rebeccabellomo/qmljj8uyssb0f1um/wish/2393174097 I really enjoy the illustrations and examples of the different features that students may have in a classroom. It is also a really cute story about a letter a teacher writes to her students as she prepares to start the school year with them. ]]> 2022-11-21 20:56:33 UTC https://padlet.com/rebeccabellomo/qmljj8uyssb0f1um/wish/2393174097 rebeccabellomo https://padlet.com/rebeccabellomo/qmljj8uyssb0f1um/wish/2393176415 This story really normalizes the fear/anxiety students may have as they approach the first day of school. It shows students that they aren't alone with all of the different emotions they are feeling, which is why this is a perfect first day of school book. ]]> 2022-11-21 20:59:24 UTC https://padlet.com/rebeccabellomo/qmljj8uyssb0f1um/wish/2393176415 rebeccabellomo https://padlet.com/rebeccabellomo/qmljj8uyssb0f1um/wish/2393177972 This is a very encouraging book for children, and tells them to try something new and to be brave. This is an important message for students to hear on a day when they are feeling nervous and going into a new environment with new people. ]]> 2022-11-21 21:01:28 UTC https://padlet.com/rebeccabellomo/qmljj8uyssb0f1um/wish/2393177972 rebeccabellomo https://padlet.com/rebeccabellomo/qmljj8uyssb0f1um/wish/2393179631 My number one goal for my future classrooms is to be one big family and have a classroom that my students feel comfortable/at home in. I think that this book really encourages this and showing the students this on the first day can make them feel more comfortable. ]]> 2022-11-21 21:03:43 UTC https://padlet.com/rebeccabellomo/qmljj8uyssb0f1um/wish/2393179631 rebeccabellomo https://padlet.com/rebeccabellomo/qmljj8uyssb0f1um/wish/2394659187 This game allows students to explore the outdoors and find all different animal, plants, etc., while also learning new information about these things. This is a fun way for students to learn. ]]> 2022-11-22 20:00:52 UTC https://padlet.com/rebeccabellomo/qmljj8uyssb0f1um/wish/2394659187 rebeccabellomo https://padlet.com/rebeccabellomo/qmljj8uyssb0f1um/wish/2394660145 Most games uses death as a penalty, but this story normalizes it. It shows that it is ok and that it is a normal thing. ]]> 2022-11-22 20:02:09 UTC https://padlet.com/rebeccabellomo/qmljj8uyssb0f1um/wish/2394660145 rebeccabellomo https://padlet.com/rebeccabellomo/qmljj8uyssb0f1um/wish/2394665380 This is a good back to school book because one things that a lot of young children face as they start school is missing their parents. This book is good for those students and it can also give them a good laugh. ]]> 2022-11-22 20:08:47 UTC https://padlet.com/rebeccabellomo/qmljj8uyssb0f1um/wish/2394665380 rebeccabellomo https://padlet.com/rebeccabellomo/qmljj8uyssb0f1um/wish/2394666876 This shows kids that no matter the nerves that they are facing, they are capable of such much especially when it comes to school]]> 2022-11-22 20:10:38 UTC https://padlet.com/rebeccabellomo/qmljj8uyssb0f1um/wish/2394666876 rebeccabellomo https://padlet.com/rebeccabellomo/qmljj8uyssb0f1um/wish/2394669770 This is a book full of humor and also allows students to see that they aren't alone with their fears. They are also able to feel that "what's next" feature by wondering what the squirrel is going to be scared of.]]> 2022-11-22 20:14:29 UTC https://padlet.com/rebeccabellomo/qmljj8uyssb0f1um/wish/2394669770 rebeccabellomo https://padlet.com/rebeccabellomo/qmljj8uyssb0f1um/wish/2394671380 This books (that is also award winning) shows the difference between thoughts and what is said. I feel this could teach an important lesson to children without them even realizing it being that it is a very comical book. ]]> 2022-11-22 20:16:29 UTC https://padlet.com/rebeccabellomo/qmljj8uyssb0f1um/wish/2394671380 rebeccabellomo https://padlet.com/rebeccabellomo/qmljj8uyssb0f1um/wish/2394673160 The illustrations in this book are very expressive and I think this is a book that children would really enjoy for this reason as well as because of the thought of cows doing all of that typing work. ]]> 2022-11-22 20:18:59 UTC https://padlet.com/rebeccabellomo/qmljj8uyssb0f1um/wish/2394673160 rebeccabellomo https://padlet.com/rebeccabellomo/qmljj8uyssb0f1um/wish/2394675233 Something that almost every child will experience throughout their childhood, convincing their parent to allow them to get a pet. This is a relatable text for students which I feel is important to have in a classroom.]]> 2022-11-22 20:21:11 UTC https://padlet.com/rebeccabellomo/qmljj8uyssb0f1um/wish/2394675233 rebeccabellomo https://padlet.com/rebeccabellomo/qmljj8uyssb0f1um/wish/2394677168 In this book, the characters are trying to figure out if what they are seeing is a duck or a rabbit. You can really grab your students attention by also figuring out what they think they see and why they think that.]]> 2022-11-22 20:23:48 UTC https://padlet.com/rebeccabellomo/qmljj8uyssb0f1um/wish/2394677168