https://padlet.com/cjenki26/jenkinsbooklistpadlet Books I love for reading aloud! en-us 2017-11-13 15:54:38 UTC 2017-11-13 19:26:06 UTC hello@padlet.com https://padlet-assets.s3.amazonaws.com/icons/Clouds.png cjenki26 https://padlet.com/cjenki26/jenkinsbooklistpadlet/wish/206317629 The Scooby-Doo Case Files get readers involved in trying to solve a mystery! Great for teaching attention to textual and illustration detail, students will be able to learn inference and more with this interactive text]]> 2017-11-13 16:09:33 UTC https://padlet.com/cjenki26/jenkinsbooklistpadlet/wish/206317629 cjenki26 https://padlet.com/cjenki26/jenkinsbooklistpadlet/wish/206332018 Any older sibling will be able to relate to Judy Blume:Tales of a Fourth Grade Nothing! This upper elementary chapter book can be used to inspire many writing prompts as well as entertain its readers!]]> 2017-11-13 16:30:43 UTC https://padlet.com/cjenki26/jenkinsbooklistpadlet/wish/206332018 cjenki26 https://padlet.com/cjenki26/jenkinsbooklistpadlet/wish/206335035 This funny chapter book explores the themes of justice and mercy. The unusual content of a frog detective makes the story engaging for all ages!]]> 2017-11-13 16:35:43 UTC https://padlet.com/cjenki26/jenkinsbooklistpadlet/wish/206335035 cjenki26 https://padlet.com/cjenki26/jenkinsbooklistpadlet/wish/206369914 Jenny is not happy about her uncle's fiancee getting more attention than her, but by participating in a different culture, she learns to appreciate it! The bright oil illustrations keep readers engaged! This topic can help children process diversity in their lives. ]]> 2017-11-13 17:28:21 UTC https://padlet.com/cjenki26/jenkinsbooklistpadlet/wish/206369914 cjenki26 https://padlet.com/cjenki26/jenkinsbooklistpadlet/wish/206384185 Where the Wild Things Are is full of interesting grammar that can be the subject of lessons. It can also be used for teaching about how others might feel if you take a step in their shoes! The pictures and vocabulary are engaging. ]]> 2017-11-13 17:50:55 UTC https://padlet.com/cjenki26/jenkinsbooklistpadlet/wish/206384185 cjenki26 https://padlet.com/cjenki26/jenkinsbooklistpadlet/wish/206384675 This heartwarming tale provides lessons and morals for children of all ages! The focus on giving as an act of love is engaging and great for teaching. ]]> 2017-11-13 17:51:36 UTC https://padlet.com/cjenki26/jenkinsbooklistpadlet/wish/206384675 cjenki26 https://padlet.com/cjenki26/jenkinsbooklistpadlet/wish/206385661 Full of rhyming and great illustrations, Goodnight Moon is engaging for many preschoolers. It can also be used to teach preschoolers about night. ]]> 2017-11-13 17:53:03 UTC https://padlet.com/cjenki26/jenkinsbooklistpadlet/wish/206385661 cjenki26 https://padlet.com/cjenki26/jenkinsbooklistpadlet/wish/206386204 Guess How Much I Love You is a great story that helps teach emerging readers about emotional development. Very relatable to children, I highly recommend this book as a read aloud in lower elementary. ]]> 2017-11-13 17:53:49 UTC https://padlet.com/cjenki26/jenkinsbooklistpadlet/wish/206386204 cjenki26 https://padlet.com/cjenki26/jenkinsbooklistpadlet/wish/206387689 A Classic in Children's literature, The Indian in the Cupboard has won many literature awards. It can be praised for its convincing characters! ]]> 2017-11-13 17:56:14 UTC https://padlet.com/cjenki26/jenkinsbooklistpadlet/wish/206387689 cjenki26 https://padlet.com/cjenki26/jenkinsbooklistpadlet/wish/206389041 Full of wonder, A Wrinkle in Time is an original book that finds a home in children's hearts.  Great for inciting imagination, A Wrinkle in Time pairs well with fun writing activities for upper elementary and middle school. ]]> 2017-11-13 17:58:34 UTC https://padlet.com/cjenki26/jenkinsbooklistpadlet/wish/206389041 cjenki26 https://padlet.com/cjenki26/jenkinsbooklistpadlet/wish/206391372 This book is a great introduction to using old things in a new way! Teaching children that home isn't a place but a feeling, Tiny House goes on engaging adventures for almost any reader. ]]> 2017-11-13 18:02:10 UTC https://padlet.com/cjenki26/jenkinsbooklistpadlet/wish/206391372 cjenki26 https://padlet.com/cjenki26/jenkinsbooklistpadlet/wish/206392054 Eloise's adventures at the Plaza keep children giggling and entertained. Useful for teaching that personality is bigger than looks, I would recommend Eloise at the Plaza for a read aloud!]]> 2017-11-13 18:03:20 UTC https://padlet.com/cjenki26/jenkinsbooklistpadlet/wish/206392054 cjenki26 https://padlet.com/cjenki26/jenkinsbooklistpadlet/wish/206395259 A Series of Unfortunate Events is an easy chapter book that gets readers hooked on a book series. With near constant introduction of vocabulary and characters who get out of bad situations by reading, Lemony Snicket keeps readers attentive and interested in learning. ]]> 2017-11-13 18:08:19 UTC https://padlet.com/cjenki26/jenkinsbooklistpadlet/wish/206395259 cjenki26 https://padlet.com/cjenki26/jenkinsbooklistpadlet/wish/206397762 This story about a little boy who looks different deals with the emotions behind bullying and the importance of choosing kindness. With well rounded characters and figurative language, this book is engaging as well as instructional. ]]> 2017-11-13 18:11:54 UTC https://padlet.com/cjenki26/jenkinsbooklistpadlet/wish/206397762 cjenki26 https://padlet.com/cjenki26/jenkinsbooklistpadlet/wish/206399328 The Napping House is a great choice for teaching repetitive text and patterns in literature. The hilarity and rhyming words make it a great instructional text for emerging readers. ]]> 2017-11-13 18:14:22 UTC https://padlet.com/cjenki26/jenkinsbooklistpadlet/wish/206399328 cjenki26 https://padlet.com/cjenki26/jenkinsbooklistpadlet/wish/206399862 A hilarious account of what a child's crayon thinks, The Day the Crayons Quit is great for teaching with its relatable content. The bright colors and interesting drawings will keep your child engaged from the first page! ]]> 2017-11-13 18:15:08 UTC https://padlet.com/cjenki26/jenkinsbooklistpadlet/wish/206399862 cjenki26 https://padlet.com/cjenki26/jenkinsbooklistpadlet/wish/206401671 Llama Llama is full of laughs and easily relatable to children. It's lesson on making boring tasks fun makes it a great option for a read aloud!]]> 2017-11-13 18:17:47 UTC https://padlet.com/cjenki26/jenkinsbooklistpadlet/wish/206401671 cjenki26 https://padlet.com/cjenki26/jenkinsbooklistpadlet/wish/206402505 The intriguing tale of Despereaux uses a mix of fun ideas and educational vocabulary that leaves readers desperate for more. ]]> 2017-11-13 18:19:00 UTC https://padlet.com/cjenki26/jenkinsbooklistpadlet/wish/206402505 cjenki26 https://padlet.com/cjenki26/jenkinsbooklistpadlet/wish/206405807 This Newberry Honor Book is full of poetry about growing up as an African American in the midst of the Jim Crowe laws. Emotionally charged, this book teaches about diversity in a powerful way!]]> 2017-11-13 18:24:12 UTC https://padlet.com/cjenki26/jenkinsbooklistpadlet/wish/206405807 cjenki26 https://padlet.com/cjenki26/jenkinsbooklistpadlet/wish/206409941 Flat Stanley has been used in classrooms across the country for years. His adventure is engaging and educational!]]> 2017-11-13 18:30:34 UTC https://padlet.com/cjenki26/jenkinsbooklistpadlet/wish/206409941