https://padlet.com/samanthasiebenaller/tqt5qasxyu9smij5 #readinggoals en-us 2021-07-07 18:08:34 UTC 2026-01-23 12:24:02 UTC hello@padlet.com samanthasiebenaller https://padlet.com/samanthasiebenaller/tqt5qasxyu9smij5/wish/1640715547 Kwame Alexander is an American writer of poetry and children's fiction. His novels have won various awards including the Newbery Medal, The Coretta Scott King Author Honor, The Lee Bennett Hopkins Poetry Prize, Inaugural Pat Conroy Legacy Award, and the Golden Kite Award for Picture Book Text.]]> 2021-07-07 18:17:13 UTC https://padlet.com/samanthasiebenaller/tqt5qasxyu9smij5/wish/1640715547 samanthasiebenaller https://padlet.com/samanthasiebenaller/tqt5qasxyu9smij5/wish/1640715813 Matt de la Pena is an American writer of children's literature. In 2016, he won the Newbery Medal for his book, The Last Stop on Market Street.]]> 2021-07-07 18:17:31 UTC https://padlet.com/samanthasiebenaller/tqt5qasxyu9smij5/wish/1640715813 samanthasiebenaller https://padlet.com/samanthasiebenaller/tqt5qasxyu9smij5/wish/1640716420 Not only is Grace Byers a Caymanian-American writer, she is also an actress known for her role as Anika Calhoun in the hit TV series, Empire. Her book, I Am Enough, is a #1 New York Times bestseller and Goodreads Choice Awards picture book winner!]]> 2021-07-07 18:18:16 UTC https://padlet.com/samanthasiebenaller/tqt5qasxyu9smij5/wish/1640716420 samanthasiebenaller https://padlet.com/samanthasiebenaller/tqt5qasxyu9smij5/wish/1640717900 Junie B. Jones is a hysterical, classic children's book series. The stories within this series is based on Junie B. Jones, a secretive, impulsive goofball, and her adventures in kindergarten and first grade.]]> 2021-07-07 18:19:59 UTC https://padlet.com/samanthasiebenaller/tqt5qasxyu9smij5/wish/1640717900 samanthasiebenaller https://padlet.com/samanthasiebenaller/tqt5qasxyu9smij5/wish/1640718331 The Magic Treehouse is an American series of children's books. The stories within the series are based on Jack and Annie Smith and their adventures and missions with a magic tree house.]]> 2021-07-07 18:20:33 UTC https://padlet.com/samanthasiebenaller/tqt5qasxyu9smij5/wish/1640718331 samanthasiebenaller https://padlet.com/samanthasiebenaller/tqt5qasxyu9smij5/wish/1640718961 This engaging series is based on a group of middle schoolers that love video games and attempt to battle zombies in the aftermath of the monster apocalypse.]]> 2021-07-07 18:21:15 UTC https://padlet.com/samanthasiebenaller/tqt5qasxyu9smij5/wish/1640718961 samanthasiebenaller https://padlet.com/samanthasiebenaller/tqt5qasxyu9smij5/wish/1640725534 A great book to reinforce positive affirmations about loving yourself, respecting others, and being kind to one another.]]> 2021-07-07 18:28:36 UTC https://padlet.com/samanthasiebenaller/tqt5qasxyu9smij5/wish/1640725534 samanthasiebenaller https://padlet.com/samanthasiebenaller/tqt5qasxyu9smij5/wish/1640726943 Drew Daywalt's engaging story introduces conflicts and asks questions about social norms.]]> 2021-07-07 18:30:04 UTC https://padlet.com/samanthasiebenaller/tqt5qasxyu9smij5/wish/1640726943 samanthasiebenaller https://padlet.com/samanthasiebenaller/tqt5qasxyu9smij5/wish/1640727433 A unique story that celebrates diversity and the essential things in life, such as crying, playing, laughing, learning, eating, and sleeping, that make us all the same.]]> 2021-07-07 18:30:39 UTC https://padlet.com/samanthasiebenaller/tqt5qasxyu9smij5/wish/1640727433 samanthasiebenaller https://padlet.com/samanthasiebenaller/tqt5qasxyu9smij5/wish/1640730744 Kevin Henkes' story raises questions regarding perfection and bullying. This story introduces discussions on how you should treat other people.]]> 2021-07-07 18:34:52 UTC https://padlet.com/samanthasiebenaller/tqt5qasxyu9smij5/wish/1640730744 samanthasiebenaller https://padlet.com/samanthasiebenaller/tqt5qasxyu9smij5/wish/1640732881 In 2021, Me & Mama, written and illustrated by Cozbi Cabrera, won the Caldecott Honor. This award is given to the artist of the most distinguished American picture book for children.]]> 2021-07-07 18:37:32 UTC https://padlet.com/samanthasiebenaller/tqt5qasxyu9smij5/wish/1640732881 samanthasiebenaller https://padlet.com/samanthasiebenaller/tqt5qasxyu9smij5/wish/1640733074 In 2021, The American Library Association named We Are Water Protectors, illustrated by Michaela Goade, as the Caldecott Medal winner. This story is inspired by many Indigenous-led movements across North America. ]]> 2021-07-07 18:37:46 UTC https://padlet.com/samanthasiebenaller/tqt5qasxyu9smij5/wish/1640733074 samanthasiebenaller https://padlet.com/samanthasiebenaller/tqt5qasxyu9smij5/wish/1640733272 The One and Only Ivan by Katherine Applegate received the Newbery Medal in 2013. The Newbery Medal is awarded annually to the author of the most distiguished contribution to American children's literature.]]> 2021-07-07 18:37:58 UTC https://padlet.com/samanthasiebenaller/tqt5qasxyu9smij5/wish/1640733272 samanthasiebenaller https://padlet.com/samanthasiebenaller/tqt5qasxyu9smij5/wish/1640734295 In 2021, Show Me a Sign, written by Ann Clare LeZotte, received the Schneider Family Book Award for embodying an artistic expression of the disability experience.]]> 2021-07-07 18:39:10 UTC https://padlet.com/samanthasiebenaller/tqt5qasxyu9smij5/wish/1640734295 samanthasiebenaller https://padlet.com/samanthasiebenaller/tqt5qasxyu9smij5/wish/1640743190 Jacqueline Woodson is an American writer of children's literature. In 2020, Woodson was a recipient of the Hans Christian Andersen Award, the highest international recognition given to an author and an illustrator of children's books.]]> 2021-07-07 18:49:55 UTC https://padlet.com/samanthasiebenaller/tqt5qasxyu9smij5/wish/1640743190 samanthasiebenaller https://padlet.com/samanthasiebenaller/tqt5qasxyu9smij5/wish/1643396301 Check out the 2021 Little Maverick Reading List! This list includes several graphic novels that are kid-friendly, historical, and inclusive!]]> 2021-07-09 14:36:51 UTC https://padlet.com/samanthasiebenaller/tqt5qasxyu9smij5/wish/1643396301 samanthasiebenaller https://padlet.com/samanthasiebenaller/tqt5qasxyu9smij5/wish/1643400636 Check out the latest recommended series and serial podcasts! These ongoing stories will allow you to revisit characters, plotlines, and magical realms. Dive into reading and listening!]]> 2021-07-09 14:41:14 UTC https://padlet.com/samanthasiebenaller/tqt5qasxyu9smij5/wish/1643400636 samanthasiebenaller https://padlet.com/samanthasiebenaller/tqt5qasxyu9smij5/wish/1643404543 The Horn Book has now published the 2021 Summer Reading List! This list includes picture books, children's stories, and novels for all ages.]]> 2021-07-09 14:45:14 UTC https://padlet.com/samanthasiebenaller/tqt5qasxyu9smij5/wish/1643404543 samanthasiebenaller https://padlet.com/samanthasiebenaller/tqt5qasxyu9smij5/wish/1643420828 Consider picking up one of the books on this list! These books are aimed to help children recognize and combat all forms of injustice!]]> 2021-07-09 15:01:30 UTC https://padlet.com/samanthasiebenaller/tqt5qasxyu9smij5/wish/1643420828 samanthasiebenaller https://padlet.com/samanthasiebenaller/tqt5qasxyu9smij5/wish/1643423355 Check out this list of fiction, nonfiction, poetry, and children's books written by indigenous writers!]]> 2021-07-09 15:04:19 UTC https://padlet.com/samanthasiebenaller/tqt5qasxyu9smij5/wish/1643423355 samanthasiebenaller https://padlet.com/samanthasiebenaller/tqt5qasxyu9smij5/wish/1643426518 Interested in learning more about the African-American culture? Check out this list full of children's literature and award winning books!]]> 2021-07-09 15:07:41 UTC https://padlet.com/samanthasiebenaller/tqt5qasxyu9smij5/wish/1643426518 samanthasiebenaller https://padlet.com/samanthasiebenaller/tqt5qasxyu9smij5/wish/1643431111 This list of Spanish stories is an immense benefit for everyone, whether you speak Spanish at home or are encouraged to learn a second language! ]]> 2021-07-09 15:12:16 UTC https://padlet.com/samanthasiebenaller/tqt5qasxyu9smij5/wish/1643431111