Let's Get Reading! by Aspen Chang https://padlet.com/ajchang1/r5lnltb9lhj6 LIS 617 Literature Immersion Assignment #1 en-us 2018-08-17 20:22:48 UTC 2026-03-17 01:26:25 UTC hello@padlet.com Share, Big Bear, Share! ajchang1 https://padlet.com/ajchang1/r5lnltb9lhj6/wish/273857762 By Maureen Wright, illustrated by Will Hillenbrand

A fun and cute picturebook that teaches the importance of sharing. Also uses rhyming schemes to teach new words.]]> 2018-08-18 13:51:09 UTC https://padlet.com/ajchang1/r5lnltb9lhj6/wish/273857762 The Granddaughter Necklace ajchang1 https://padlet.com/ajchang1/r5lnltb9lhj6/wish/273858278 By Sharon Dennis Wyeth, illustrated by Bagram Ibatoulline

Based on the author’s family lineage and oral tradition, this tells the stories of a line of women in thr narrator’s family who are linked by family ties and a crystal necklace. Depicts women of color. For more fluent and independent readers.]]> 2018-08-18 14:04:11 UTC https://padlet.com/ajchang1/r5lnltb9lhj6/wish/273858278 Brown Bear’s Dream ajchang1 https://padlet.com/ajchang1/r5lnltb9lhj6/wish/273858545 By Yun Yeong Kim, illustrations by KyeMahn Kim

Brown bear wakes from hibernation and dreams of swimming to the sea. With Grandfather Beaver’s help, he just might make it.

Great book to teach about setting goals and overcoming obstacles. Has a goal setting activity and interactive QR code.]]> 2018-08-18 14:10:57 UTC https://padlet.com/ajchang1/r5lnltb9lhj6/wish/273858545 The Rabbit Listened ajchang1 https://padlet.com/ajchang1/r5lnltb9lhj6/wish/273858788 By Cori Doerrfeld

Empty background keeps young readers focused on illustrations. Can be used to teach the importance of listening to others. Also introduces various animals and their characteristics.]]> 2018-08-18 14:16:20 UTC https://padlet.com/ajchang1/r5lnltb9lhj6/wish/273858788 Cheech the School Bus Driver ajchang1 https://padlet.com/ajchang1/r5lnltb9lhj6/wish/273859103 By Cheech Marin, illustrated by Orlando L. Ramirez

Diverse narrator. Bold color illustrations that take up the whole page. Amount of text varies.

Story can be used to stress the importance of diversity, being different, and being yourself.]]> 2018-08-18 14:22:50 UTC https://padlet.com/ajchang1/r5lnltb9lhj6/wish/273859103 My Grampy Can’t Walk ajchang1 https://padlet.com/ajchang1/r5lnltb9lhj6/wish/273859465 By Vanita Oelschlager, illustrated by Robin Hegan and Kristin Blackwood

Picturebook narrated in short rhymes. Titlular Grampy has MS and uses a wheelchair. Illustrations in bold colors with few lines but distinct and familiar to children.

Story can be used to illustrate that people in wheelchairs/have MS are no different from everyone else. Can teach acceptance about individual differences.]]> 2018-08-18 14:29:38 UTC https://padlet.com/ajchang1/r5lnltb9lhj6/wish/273859465 Not In Room 204 ajchang1 https://padlet.com/ajchang1/r5lnltb9lhj6/wish/273859782 By Shannon Riggs, illustrated by Jaime Zollars

A picturebook that introduces the difficult topic of sexual abuse; can be used to teach kids what to do if it happens to them.]]> 2018-08-18 14:36:56 UTC https://padlet.com/ajchang1/r5lnltb9lhj6/wish/273859782 Bring Me Some Apples and I’ll Make You A Pie, A Story About Edna Lewis ajchang1 https://padlet.com/ajchang1/r5lnltb9lhj6/wish/273860203 By Robbin Gourley

A biographical story of chef Edna Lewis’ childhood harvesting fruits and vegetables on the family farm. Filled with watercolor illustrations and songs sung by family members.

Contains a short bio and photo of Edna Lewis, plus five recipes mentioned in the text.

Great book to teach about harvest and spring/summer/fall seasons.]]> 2018-08-18 14:47:20 UTC https://padlet.com/ajchang1/r5lnltb9lhj6/wish/273860203 Brontorina ajchang1 https://padlet.com/ajchang1/r5lnltb9lhj6/wish/273860400 By James Howe, illustrated by Randy Cecil

Heartwarming story of a dinosaur that wants to dance. Adorable illustrations. Great for teaching that size doesn’t matter and to dream big.]]> 2018-08-18 14:51:47 UTC https://padlet.com/ajchang1/r5lnltb9lhj6/wish/273860400 Hudson the Hippo, A Tale of Self-Control ajchang1 https://padlet.com/ajchang1/r5lnltb9lhj6/wish/273860646 By Felicia Law, illustrated by Lesley Danson

Part of the Animal Fair Values series. Teaches kids the importance of certain values. Uses a hippo to teach self-control whenever someone is angry.]]> 2018-08-18 14:57:47 UTC https://padlet.com/ajchang1/r5lnltb9lhj6/wish/273860646