40 Book Challenge - Eliseo Anderson by eliseo https://padlet.com/eliseoanderson6/ruwtnh1yx51g Reading Opens Up Adventure to Us All . . . en-us 2017-11-25 01:49:02 UTC 2024-09-05 16:28:13 UTC hello@padlet.com Mythology: “John Henry” by Julius Lester. eliseoanderson6 https://padlet.com/eliseoanderson6/ruwtnh1yx51g/wish/209994546
The book John Henry is a mythology book that dives into the culture of African Americans through the lens of John Henry as he hammers away beating the famous steam drill. This book is recommended for cultural references and the impact the railroad had on America and African Americans during the 1870’s. The moral of the story is that “Dying ain’t important. Everybody does that. What matters is How well you do your living.” This book was amazing I totally give this book a five out of five, because it had so many elements of culture, diversity, and it has real world elements.



]]> 2017-11-25 01:56:21 UTC https://padlet.com/eliseoanderson6/ruwtnh1yx51g/wish/209994546 Cinderalla Varient: “The Little Red Elf” by Barbara Barieri McGrath eliseoanderson6 https://padlet.com/eliseoanderson6/ruwtnh1yx51g/wish/209994596 This book uses the concept that hard work and helping others pays off. Throughout her adventure the girls friends don’t help her with anything and she is left decorating the tree and all the other task by herself. The moral to the story is that though you may do all the work it is best to share with others around you. Great book to get into the Christmas spirit with. I give this book a four out of five as it depicts a main character, and was a great book to read when getting into the spirit of Christmas.



]]> 2017-11-25 01:58:21 UTC https://padlet.com/eliseoanderson6/ruwtnh1yx51g/wish/209994596 Beast Tale: “Rock “N’ Roll Dogs” by David Davis eliseoanderson6 https://padlet.com/eliseoanderson6/ruwtnh1yx51g/wish/209994705 This book jumps and shimmies through the sixties as the use fictional characters having human qualities. This book also uses a different type of rhyming and repetition of words to catch the attention of the reader.  In my opinion I give this book three out of five stars due to the fact that there really wasn’t any set theme, or character it was just about a lot of dogs dancing and the places they came from such as the dog pound which was pretty funny.

]]> 2017-11-25 02:02:02 UTC https://padlet.com/eliseoanderson6/ruwtnh1yx51g/wish/209994705 Fable: “Tubby Turtle” by Helen Wig eliseoanderson6 https://padlet.com/eliseoanderson6/ruwtnh1yx51g/wish/209994762 “Tubby Turtle” is a old classic where the animals speak and are given human qualities.  The story is about a turtle who is always late for school because he is so slow.  He writes a poem stating he wishes he could do something well.  He learns throughout the book, and when he his friend begins to drown, that each of us have a purpose and can do something well.  It is good book for helping to teach a lesson, instruct young children about their worth, and recognizing human emotion. I give this book a three out of five stars due to it lacking some in appeal.

]]> 2017-11-25 02:03:16 UTC https://padlet.com/eliseoanderson6/ruwtnh1yx51g/wish/209994762 Book I Remember from Childhood: “Hansel and Gretel” by James Marshall eliseoanderson6 https://padlet.com/eliseoanderson6/ruwtnh1yx51g/wish/209994809 The book “Hansel and Gretel” is a terrific book, I really enjoyed re-reading this book and reflecting back on when I was a kid. Throughout this book Hansel and Gretel used their quick wits to help them out of the three situations they encounter. Also throughout this book all the characters somewhat grow and adapt to their environment, especially their father. Throughout the story I also felt that the author wanted to tell me that whenever you are in a pickle, don’t give up because it is only going to get better from here on out. I give this book a five out of five, because it is a well written book, that shows the strengths and weaknesses of each character, such as the father giving in to his wife wish to leave the kids in the woods. I would definitey recommend this book for all ages.





]]> 2017-11-25 02:04:52 UTC https://padlet.com/eliseoanderson6/ruwtnh1yx51g/wish/209994809 Book Made into a movie: “Jack and the Bean Stalk: by E. Nesbit eliseoanderson6 https://padlet.com/eliseoanderson6/ruwtnh1yx51g/wish/209994911 “Jack and the Bean Stalk” is a great story that involves lots of adventure and is fun to read. The character in the story overcame great adversity by learning how to work for his mother who had sacrificed so much for him. Although this may have included lying and stealing, it shows how he grows through it. All in all, I give this book a four, because it has kept me on my toes and I hate reading.  



]]> 2017-11-25 02:08:04 UTC https://padlet.com/eliseoanderson6/ruwtnh1yx51g/wish/209994911 Animal Fantasy: “A Bad Kitty Christmas” by Nick Bruel eliseoanderson6 https://padlet.com/eliseoanderson6/ruwtnh1yx51g/wish/209995080 This story is a great animal fantasy story because it gives human characteristics to a cat with the ability to speak. Also this book is recommended for students who are trying to learn their alphabets. The criteria included in this book is the cat grew throughout the book, he was all about gifts but then he had a change of heart when he got lost. Another factor that I saw was important was that the kitten was able to help a old lady along the way. I would give this book a 4 out of five because it showed so many animal fantasy elements as well as the true meaning of Christmas.]]> 2017-11-25 02:12:52 UTC https://padlet.com/eliseoanderson6/ruwtnh1yx51g/wish/209995080 High Fantasy: “The Battle of the Olympians and the Titans” by Cari Meister eliseoanderson6 https://padlet.com/eliseoanderson6/ruwtnh1yx51g/wish/209995141 The book “The Battle of the Olympians and the Titans” has many elements of high fantasy such as gods, and giants and their conflict with each other. Now throughout reading the story I discovered that the plot has a climax and a resolution. The book has so many different critical factors to it. Zeus and his brothers defeat a giant, by adapting and outsmarting the giants as well as his father. The second critical factors I saw was that the book displayed many fantasy elements such as lighting bolts, a helmet that makes you invisible, and so much more. I give this book a 4 out of 5 because it was filled with names and I am not so interested in the idea of gods.]]> 2017-11-25 02:14:35 UTC https://padlet.com/eliseoanderson6/ruwtnh1yx51g/wish/209995141 A fractured Fairy Tale: “Wolf’s Coming” by Joe Kulka eliseoanderson6 https://padlet.com/eliseoanderson6/ruwtnh1yx51g/wish/209995997
The book “Wolf’s Coming” puts a twist to the idea portrayed in our head about wolfs being bad, instead all it is, is a surprise birthday party. Now the critical factors contained in this story involves no true character, but is set in a village. The characters throughout the story seem to have showed fear of there being a wolf in their presence, but he is just about to surprise them. I would give this book a five out of five because the author does a great job portraying every minor character such as the racoon, and the bunny to be scared and I totally fell for it myself. ]]> 2017-11-25 02:35:28 UTC https://padlet.com/eliseoanderson6/ruwtnh1yx51g/wish/209995997 An Adventure: “Michael” by Tony Bradman eliseoanderson6 https://padlet.com/eliseoanderson6/ruwtnh1yx51g/wish/209996173 The book “Michael” is a great contemporary fictional story about a kid who causes a lot of trouble in school and around him, but is a genius who fly’s a rocket in space.  Now the prominent theme of this story is, that though you may seem like a trouble maker or an odd ball, you still have something to offer in life big or small. Throughout this story everybody thought Michael was not going to go far, as they depicted him as an outcast, and a grungy stinky kid, but he turned out to be an astronomical success as an astronaut. I would rate this book to be two thumbs up, with a five star rating. It was very fun to read and made you ponder about who Michael is and what he does.]]> 2017-11-25 02:40:02 UTC https://padlet.com/eliseoanderson6/ruwtnh1yx51g/wish/209996173 About someone you have never heard: “The Man who named the Clouds” by Julie Hannah and Joan Holub eliseoanderson6 https://padlet.com/eliseoanderson6/ruwtnh1yx51g/wish/209996286 The book “The Man who Named the Clouds” is an autobiography that’s explains a true event about Luke Howards life, discovering the nomenclature of clouds. This book is rich in information of the different clouds and even uses a lot of Latin included in the text, which can make it hard for students to understand and comprehend the readers thoughts. All in all, this book is still a delightful book that is about discovery and not giving up on your dreams even though you may get burned a few times. I would definitey give this book a three out of five stars due to the fact that it was hard to understand, maybe be useful in eight grade sciences.]]> 2017-11-25 02:43:15 UTC https://padlet.com/eliseoanderson6/ruwtnh1yx51g/wish/209996286 A Lyric Poem: “The Jolly Postman or Other People’s Letters” by Janet & Allan Ahlberg eliseoanderson6 https://padlet.com/eliseoanderson6/ruwtnh1yx51g/wish/209996372 This book is a rhyming story that uses repetition to display the journey a postman takes delivering mail. This book shows many poetic elements, that are original ideas of an ordinary person in his day to day adventures. I believe the plot is very appealing to young children because it displays characters from nursery rhymes such as Cinderella, the Three Little Pigs and so many other characters many children are familiar with. As for the rating I give this book a five out of five, because it was appealing and easy to comprehend for all age groups. It also portrays the actual duties of a postman.]]> 2017-11-25 02:45:30 UTC https://padlet.com/eliseoanderson6/ruwtnh1yx51g/wish/209996372 A How to Book: “Look and Learn” by Lucy Kincaid eliseoanderson6 https://padlet.com/eliseoanderson6/ruwtnh1yx51g/wish/209996553 The book “Look and Learn” is a reliable source for educational training for preschool children.  The book is colorful and interactive which is appealing to young children.  This book has the children gather information regarding assorted items, basic counting principles, and action verbs.  “Look and Learn” also requires the reader to identify the sequence of ideas and develop a general form of the information.  I believe that the writing and language of the book is rich, but not is so complicated that the young read could not understand the basic concepts.  I would give this book a 4 out of 5 for its illustrations, interaction and basic learning principles.  ]]> 2017-11-25 02:49:54 UTC https://padlet.com/eliseoanderson6/ruwtnh1yx51g/wish/209996553 A book you Remember from your Childhood: “The Giving Tree” by Shel Silverstein eliseoanderson6 https://padlet.com/eliseoanderson6/ruwtnh1yx51g/wish/210000336 “The Giving Tree” is a great story for all ages of people.  It is about a tree and the boy that she loved because the boy would come every day and play under her, pick her apples, swing from her branches and climb her trunk.  But as the boy grows his time with the tree becomes less and less. One day as an older man the boy cut down the tree and built a boat and when the boy had nothing more to give and the tree was just a stump, the boy, now an old man, came to sit on the stump.  The tree and the boy were happy again.  This is a great story for identifying conflict and understanding the characters and how they think and feel.  I would definitely give “The Giving Tree” a five out of five stars.]]> 2017-11-25 04:45:25 UTC https://padlet.com/eliseoanderson6/ruwtnh1yx51g/wish/210000336 Story about School & Family: “Amazing Grace” by Mary Hoffman & Caroline Binch eliseoanderson6 https://padlet.com/eliseoanderson6/ruwtnh1yx51g/wish/210000357 “Amazing Grace” is about a young girl who loves stories and playing make believe.  She takes her readers on a variety of adventures from being a pirate to Aladdin rubbing a magic lamp.  She gets excited when her class decides to do the play Peter Pan.  However, Grace is told by a classmate that she can’t be Peter Pan because she is black.  Her grandmother takes her to see a black ballerina who plays Juliet and state, “If Grace puts her mind to it, she can be anything she wants.”  She becomes an amazing Peter Pan.  This book is full of imagination and lessons learned.  I give this a 5 star rating.]]> 2017-11-25 04:46:15 UTC https://padlet.com/eliseoanderson6/ruwtnh1yx51g/wish/210000357 19th Century (1800 to 1900): “The Life and Legend of Wyatt Earp” by Monica Hill eliseoanderson6 https://padlet.com/eliseoanderson6/ruwtnh1yx51g/wish/210000390 This book is the story of Wyatt Earp, born in Illinois and grew to become a sheriff in old west after his family moves west to the old prairie.  The book tells of his adventures as a boy and as a young man.  From the stagecoach to hunting buffalo and becoming a US Marshall.  Because of his abilities, the cow towns began to grow quiet and Wyatt moved on to more lively adventures such as Tombstone, AZ.  This children’s book points out turning points of when important events and decisions were made. It also does a good job of distinguishing between authentic and fictionalized events.  I give Wyatt Earp a three of five stars for its interest, but lack of adventure.]]> 2017-11-25 04:47:13 UTC https://padlet.com/eliseoanderson6/ruwtnh1yx51g/wish/210000390 A Humorous Story: “Mop Top” by Don Freeman eliseoanderson6 https://padlet.com/eliseoanderson6/ruwtnh1yx51g/wish/210000419 “Mop Top” is a fun, silly story about a boy who never wants to have his floppy red hair cut.  His mother wants him to have his hair cut for his birthday party.  On the way to the barber, he encounters various things that he feels needs a hair cut much worse then he does.  For instance, a woolly pup, a neighbor’s lawn, and a tree with droopy leaves.  He runs to hide from the barber when he is mistaken for a mop.  At that he runs into the barber and gets the perfect cut for a boy with a birthday.  It’s a fun book that I am sure many kids, including myself can relate to.  It would give “Mop Top” a four out of five rating.

]]> 2017-11-25 04:48:26 UTC https://padlet.com/eliseoanderson6/ruwtnh1yx51g/wish/210000419 A Supernatural Tale: "E.T. Extra-Terrestrial" by Melissa Mathison eliseoanderson6 https://padlet.com/eliseoanderson6/ruwtnh1yx51g/wish/210057945 The story, E.T., is about a young boy who is looking for a friend.  One night he hears a noise and goes to find out what it is, and finds a goblin.  The story takes the reader through a variety of events, scientists looking for the goblin, and friendship. It is fun to watch, Elliott, the little boy, treat ET as a friend, dressing him up and trying to pull him off as human. And yet, he gives up his friend, so that ET
can go home. It does make connections between moral lessons and happy endings.  I give this book a five out of five stars for family entertainment, visual appeal and relating friendship.]]> 2017-11-25 17:53:53 UTC https://padlet.com/eliseoanderson6/ruwtnh1yx51g/wish/210057945 A Book Made into a Movie: "Where the Wild Things Are" by Maurice Sendak eliseoanderson6 https://padlet.com/eliseoanderson6/ruwtnh1yx51g/wish/210059420 The book is about a boy named Max who made mischief one night and his mother called him wild thing. When he went to bed, in his room a forest grew, an ocean rose, and took him to where the wild things are. They made him king and the wild things got. . . wild. So Max sent them to bed without supper. He became lonely and sailed back to his home where he is loved. I believe this book does a good job of making connections between animal characters and human qualities, recognizing that there are good, bad, wise and foolish characteristics, and having a happy ending. I give this book a five out of five stars for imagination.]]> 2017-11-25 18:07:52 UTC https://padlet.com/eliseoanderson6/ruwtnh1yx51g/wish/210059420 Low fantasy: "Uni the Unicorn-a Story about Believing" by Amy Krouse Rosenthas eliseoanderson6 https://padlet.com/eliseoanderson6/ruwtnh1yx51g/wish/210060129 The book, "Uni the Unicorn", is about the only unicorn that believes that girls are real. This book definitely uses a plot twist in that instead of girls believing that unicorns are real, this book uses a unicorn that believes girls are real. Even though his friends laugh at him, he still believes and imagines what a little girl would be like. What he doesn't realize is that somewhere, not so far away, is a little girl who believes that unicorns are real as well. This book not only uses the plot twist, but also understands the setting, which takes the real world and adds supernatural elements and imagined worlds. I think that this book would be appealing to young girls and give this a four out of five stars for its imagination and fantasy elements.]]> 2017-11-25 18:14:59 UTC https://padlet.com/eliseoanderson6/ruwtnh1yx51g/wish/210060129 A Book Remembered from Childhood: "The Wheels on the Bus" by Yu-Hauan Huang eliseoanderson6 https://padlet.com/eliseoanderson6/ruwtnh1yx51g/wish/210061071 This book is made from a song that incorporates both poetry and actions that young children enjoy. It goes through the different aspects of a bus, the wheels, the horn, the wipers, etc. This book repeats words and phrases that help create the rhythm and momentum of the poem. The use of the language creates sensory impressions and comparison of objects. I give this book four out of five stars for its engagement and visual appeal for young readers.]]> 2017-11-25 18:23:28 UTC https://padlet.com/eliseoanderson6/ruwtnh1yx51g/wish/210061071 A book You Remember From you childhood: “Giant Love” by Andy Savage eliseoanderson6 https://padlet.com/eliseoanderson6/ruwtnh1yx51g/wish/210062832 This book is a great book for all ages. This book talks about the feelings that we all have and how they affect us in our everyday life. Andy savage is a Christian author, so this book is faith based but from the perspective of a child and how our emotions can lead us to do things that we may regret, but there is a true savior God that frees us from those sins. The critical factors entailed in this book is the author really shows growth throughout the readers experience, and how to overcome that sense of fear, regret, and pain. I rate this book a five out of five, because it helps you understand feelings and emotions. ]]> 2017-11-25 18:41:03 UTC https://padlet.com/eliseoanderson6/ruwtnh1yx51g/wish/210062832 A story set in the state in which you were born: “Maddy Lou & Mack at the State Fair of Texas” by Krystal Granzow eliseoanderson6 https://padlet.com/eliseoanderson6/ruwtnh1yx51g/wish/210062925 This book is a great Contemporary fiction book that has many literary elements that involve a set plot, and an adventure through the State Fair of Texas. Looking through all the pictures and elements I saw that there was only Caucasian males and females in the book, there really were no signs of other ethnicities. Another critical factor I found throughout the book, is that it was filled with information, such as, how big the Texas Giant is, which is fifty-five feet tall. As for the rating I give this book a 2 out of five stars it was super short and really didn’t have that great of an ending.]]> 2017-11-25 18:42:13 UTC https://padlet.com/eliseoanderson6/ruwtnh1yx51g/wish/210062925 About a teacher: “The Girl Who Buried Her Dreams in a Can” by Dr. Tererai Trent eliseoanderson6 https://padlet.com/eliseoanderson6/ruwtnh1yx51g/wish/210063035 This book is a memoir about a girl named Tereraishokoramwari meaning “Listen to the word of the spirit” who was born and raised in Zimbabwe. This book was a terrific book that had a great plot, with an even greater ending to the book. It also was very diverse in the ethnicity and genders of characters involved in her life. Throughout reading this book I learned that in life we have dreams and if we stay focused enough then the impossible is possible. Also, another thing I learned from reading this book is the cultural background of Zimbabwe. I would rate this book a 5 out of 5 because throughout reading this book I felt happy, sad, and grateful to live in America and have the opportunities that I have.]]> 2017-11-25 18:43:30 UTC https://padlet.com/eliseoanderson6/ruwtnh1yx51g/wish/210063035 About a politician: “Where’s your Hat Abe Lincoln” by Misti Kenison eliseoanderson6 https://padlet.com/eliseoanderson6/ruwtnh1yx51g/wish/210063134 This book is a memoir written about Abraham Lincoln and many important people involved in the era that he lived in such as Harriet Tubman, Clara Barton, and Fredrick Douglas. The significance of the story is the Gettysburg Address and the importance of his political standing on the idea. This book shows different genders and ethnicities inquired in the story. Also has a set climax and resolution to the story. Throughout reading this book it was very informational and significant in remembering the many prominent figures in making America’s laws. I would give this book a 4 out of five, because it was funny, and easy to read.]]> 2017-11-25 18:44:31 UTC https://padlet.com/eliseoanderson6/ruwtnh1yx51g/wish/210063134 About a celebrity: “Mesmerized” by Mara Rockliff eliseoanderson6 https://padlet.com/eliseoanderson6/ruwtnh1yx51g/wish/210063251 This is a memoir about a celebrity that goes by the name Dr. Mesmerized and his many adventures in developing the placebo effect. Throughout this story it involves the scientific method and how Ben Franklin discovered that the true reason people were feeling better and different is because of the placebo effect. This book is a great story with a set plot and theme, that baffled all of France. I really enjoyed reading this book and discovering the many important people involved in testing and experimenting the psychology of the mind. I would rate this book to be a four out of five, because it has many cool elements to it, and provides information as wells as a great story. ]]> 2017-11-25 18:45:41 UTC https://padlet.com/eliseoanderson6/ruwtnh1yx51g/wish/210063251 A science Book: “My Best Pop-up Space book” by Clare Lloyd and Caryn Jenner eliseoanderson6 https://padlet.com/eliseoanderson6/ruwtnh1yx51g/wish/210063398 This space book is an informational book filled with facts and adventures as a robot takes you through a journey of learning about the planets and solar systems surrounding our planet Earth. For science classes this book is very good for students to learn about and understand our constellation. A nifty plus to this book is it is a pop-up book filled with noises of a rocket, and many pictures of galaxies and constellation. Critical factors composed in this book, is there is no set plot or climax. The only critical factor I found in this book is the pictures are very good and well descriptive for learning purposes. As for the rating for this book I would give it a five out of five, because throughout reading this book I learned so much about Earth, Space, Moon, and sun.]]> 2017-11-25 18:47:08 UTC https://padlet.com/eliseoanderson6/ruwtnh1yx51g/wish/210063398 A math book: “How Much is a Million?” by David M. Schwartz eliseoanderson6 https://padlet.com/eliseoanderson6/ruwtnh1yx51g/wish/210063503 This book is a non-fiction informational text that explores very large numbers such as a trillion, billion, and million. I was amazed and enthusiastic every time I flipped from page to page as the author related counting to these numbers to real life things such as goldfish, toilet paper, and my favorite a human tower. The many elements of critical factors involved in this story is that it is filled with diversity, and has informational pictures to understand numbers. I would give this book four out of five stars because it was filled with very enthusiastic, and explores length, distances, and numerations all in one tiny book. ]]> 2017-11-25 18:48:22 UTC https://padlet.com/eliseoanderson6/ruwtnh1yx51g/wish/210063503 An Anthology of Poems: “My Daddy Rules the World” by Hope Anita Smith eliseoanderson6 https://padlet.com/eliseoanderson6/ruwtnh1yx51g/wish/210063611 The book “My Daddy Rules the World” is a great book about everyday events involving dads.  It involves poems about physical characteristics such as whiskers, and events such as bedtime stories.  The book incorporates good visuals and is an easy read.  It recognizes and appreciates sensory imagery and uses the poetry to gain new insights, images, ideas and understanding.  It is a fell good book about family and relationships.  I would give this book a five out of five stars for young children to make connections to experiences and feelings.  

]]> 2017-11-25 18:49:42 UTC https://padlet.com/eliseoanderson6/ruwtnh1yx51g/wish/210063611 A cookbook: “The Berenstain Bears Country Cookbook” by Mike Berenstain eliseoanderson6 https://padlet.com/eliseoanderson6/ruwtnh1yx51g/wish/210063703 This fun, colorful book includes 40 recipes that children can make with adults.  It includes recipes such as Turkey Shaped Sandwiches, Banana Pops, Scotch Eggs, and Race Car Cookies.  After each section of recipes, there is a Berenstain Bear story about eating dinner together or sharing meals with family and friends. This book is good at recognizing why the author is telling the story, which in this case, to illustrate the importance of eating healthy, balanced meals and sharing meals as a family.  It also uses tools such as pronunciation guides and timelines.  I would give this book a four out of five stars for entertainment, appeal to young readers, and application to real life.  

]]> 2017-11-25 18:50:38 UTC https://padlet.com/eliseoanderson6/ruwtnh1yx51g/wish/210063703 Animal Book: “Are You a Monkey? A Tale of Animal Charades” by Marine Rivoal eliseoanderson6 https://padlet.com/eliseoanderson6/ruwtnh1yx51g/wish/210063789 “Are You A Monkey?” is a book about animals playing charades.  Each character in the story act out the movements and characteristics of another animals and their friends are to guess what they are.  They would often guess silly things and then the actual animal.  For instance, “You are something long . . .that sticks out of the ground”, said the Parrot.  “You’re a carrot!” exclaimed the Toucan.  “No, he’s an Ostrich like me,” said the Ostrich.  The book is good at giving factual information about the animals characteristics, is written in third person, and distinguishes between true and fictional information.  I would give this book a three out of five stars for engagement and interest.  It does lack a little in visual appeal.

]]> 2017-11-25 18:51:28 UTC https://padlet.com/eliseoanderson6/ruwtnh1yx51g/wish/210063789 21st Century: "Of Thee I Sing - A Letter to My Daughter" by Barrack Obama eliseoanderson6 https://padlet.com/eliseoanderson6/ruwtnh1yx51g/wish/210075274 This book is set in the 21st century and discusses how proud the former president is of his daughters, and how far we have come in America. The critical factors included in this book are the set theme of describing his daughters with the correlation of great people. Also, this book is very culturally and ethically based throughout. I rate this book a four of five stars because I believe it is well written and very informative.]]> 2017-11-25 21:03:41 UTC https://padlet.com/eliseoanderson6/ruwtnh1yx51g/wish/210075274 18th Century: "Locomotive" by Brian Flocan eliseoanderson6 https://padlet.com/eliseoanderson6/ruwtnh1yx51g/wish/210077830 "Locomotive" is a historical book that discusses how the railroad was built in 1869. This is an informational book filled with pictures and historical places of great significance such as Devilside, The Witches, and the 1000 Mile Tree. In accordance to critical facts, this book is very diversified and has a set plot and theme with very descriptive pictures. As far as rating, I give this book a five out of five because it is so descriptive and is well written with a lot of very interesting facts.]]> 2017-11-25 21:36:30 UTC https://padlet.com/eliseoanderson6/ruwtnh1yx51g/wish/210077830 A Collection of Poems: "Firefly July" by Paul B. Juneczko eliseoanderson6 https://padlet.com/eliseoanderson6/ruwtnh1yx51g/wish/210078397 Throughout reading this book, I discovered it is a poem that incorporates a great deal of imagery used to describe senses. This book is a great book for students to understand repetition, rhythms, and imagery.  In accordance to critical factors used, it doesn't really have a set plot, but uses a set theme that is interesting with great pictures to help illustrate the main theme. I would rate this book a three out of five stars because I am not really a big fan of poetry, and it lacks in critical factors.]]> 2017-11-25 21:44:43 UTC https://padlet.com/eliseoanderson6/ruwtnh1yx51g/wish/210078397 A Concept Poetry Book: "Crickets in the Thicket" by Carol Murray eliseoanderson6 https://padlet.com/eliseoanderson6/ruwtnh1yx51g/wish/210078875 This book is a descriptive repetition book filled with information about all sorts of bugs. The critical factors included in this book is that it is very descriptive and full of imagery, yet it has no set plot or theme to it. Throughout reading this book I found that it was very fun and exciting to see the many bugs and how they jump, skip, scurry and much more. I give this book a four out of five stars because it was very well written, descriptive and fun to look at.]]> 2017-11-25 21:51:20 UTC https://padlet.com/eliseoanderson6/ruwtnh1yx51g/wish/210078875 A Funny Poetry Book: "A Giraffe and A Half" by Shel Silverstein eliseoanderson6 https://padlet.com/eliseoanderson6/ruwtnh1yx51g/wish/210079349 "A Giraffe and a Half" is a hilarious tongue twister poem filled with goofy pictures and fictional characters. Not only is this book great for understanding poetry concepts, it touches on math concepts of measuring. The critical factors included in this book is it is very interesting, descriptive, and has non-racial aspects to the book. It also is well written and has a set plot and theme. I give this book a five out of five star rating because it was engaging, made me laugh and is a tongue twister which makes it fun to read.]]> 2017-11-25 21:57:14 UTC https://padlet.com/eliseoanderson6/ruwtnh1yx51g/wish/210079349 A Novel In Verse: "Wacky Wednesday" by Theo LeSieg eliseoanderson6 https://padlet.com/eliseoanderson6/ruwtnh1yx51g/wish/210086763 This book is a silly, fun and exciting story that walks you through a wacky adventure.  Throughout reading this book I discovered it uses  rhyme, rhythm, and repetition.  The critical factors included in this story are ethnic groups and uses pictures with great graphics to describe what is happening.  I rate this book a four out of five stars, because it is hilarious, wacky, and is creative.

]]> 2017-11-25 23:58:31 UTC https://padlet.com/eliseoanderson6/ruwtnh1yx51g/wish/210086763 BiographyAbout an Ordinary Person: "Noah's Ark" by Gill Guile eliseoanderson6 https://padlet.com/eliseoanderson6/ruwtnh1yx51g/wish/210087560 This book is a fun, animated pop-up book that takes children on a journey through the story of Noah. It is very engaging and colorful.  The critical factors are that it understands limited perspectives of the subject and tells the story at a particular point in his life.  I give this book a five out of five stars for creativity and accuracy. A great book for young children.]]> 2017-11-26 00:23:27 UTC https://padlet.com/eliseoanderson6/ruwtnh1yx51g/wish/210087560 A Story About School: “The Principal from the Black Lagoon” by Mike Thaler eliseoanderson6 https://padlet.com/eliseoanderson6/ruwtnh1yx51g/wish/210089338 This is a story about a boy who gets sent to the principal’s office on the third day of school.  He hears that she is a monster and begins imagining all types of scary case scenarios, like the rug is red so it won’t show the blood and she carries a 12 foot paddle with spikes.  He realizes at the end that she is a nice lady who does no harm.  This is a good imagined story set in a real school setting.  It identifies important characters, has conflict and the reader understands the characters through the imagery.  I give this book a four out of five stars for originality and plot. ]]> 2017-11-26 01:06:11 UTC https://padlet.com/eliseoanderson6/ruwtnh1yx51g/wish/210089338 Book Made Into A Movie: “Bambi – Friends of the Forest” by Felix Salten eliseoanderson6 https://padlet.com/eliseoanderson6/ruwtnh1yx51g/wish/210089488 “Bambi” is a classic tale of a deer and her friends in the forest. The friends go off to play and loose track of where they are when a warning comes that there is a fox here. As Bambi tries to protect her friend, the fox takes off after her. Her father comes to rescue her.  The book is about learning valuable lessons and being true to your friends. There is conflict, triumph and animals that talk. I give this story a three out of five stars for adventure and being a classic.  It does lack some in visual appeal.]]> 2017-11-26 01:09:30 UTC https://padlet.com/eliseoanderson6/ruwtnh1yx51g/wish/210089488