Working through the alphabet and sharing some of my favorite picture books. Meet Yasmin Written by: Saadia FaruqiIllustrated by: Hatem Aly An early reader chapter book series that will be sure to delight readers. The Yasmin series is a celebration of Pakistani-American culture with relatable problems that second graders are trying to solve. There isContinue reading “Y is for Yasmin”
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X is for What About X?
Working through the alphabet and sharing some of my favorite picture books. What About X?Written by: Anne Marie Houppert Illustrated by: Daniel Wiseman A cute story that works through the alphabet and items to bring for a camping adventure. X is not sure what they should bring and what makes it special. Please support thisContinue reading “X is for What About X?”
W is for Water & Which
Working through the alphabet and sharing some of my favorite picture books. The Water PrincessWritten by: Susan Verde Illustrated by: Peter H. Reynolds The story of a little girl and her mother in Africa who have to walk miles to gather water, then walk home, boil it and finally have a drink…only to repeat theContinue reading “W is for Water & Which”
V is for Violet’s Victory
Working through the alphabet and sharing some of my favorite picture books. Violet’s VictoryWritten by: Valerie Goldstein Illustrated by: Alejandro Echavez Violet wants to participate in Sports Day at her school. She walks with crutches for support, which she calls her “magic sticks.” Violet knows she will not be able to keep up with herContinue reading “V is for Violet’s Victory”
U is for Uh-oh…Recess!
Working through the alphabet and sharing some of my favorite picture books. Recess Magic was supposed to be posted with the letter R post, however, it did not load in the final posted version and it can’t be left out. Recess Magic Written by: Bonny Spence Dieterich Illustrated by: Andres Cornejo A fantastic, inclusive pictureContinue reading “U is for Uh-oh…Recess!”
T is for This & Tricky
Working through the alphabet and sharing some of my favorite picture books. This Book is BannedWritten by: Raj HaldarIllustrated by: Julia Patton A humorous book to explain what a banned book is and perfect to start a conversation. The book bans animals, foods, roller-skating robots, etc. The book ends with the line, “We banned everythingContinue reading “T is for This & Tricky”
S is for Sunshine
Working through the alphabet and sharing some of my favorite picture books. The Sunshine Rock: A Story About EmpathyWritten by: Tahiya CooperIllustrated by: Patricia Grannum A sweet story that helps spark a conversation about empathy in a classroom. It is easier for students to understand and be empathetic when they get simple, real world examples.Continue reading “S is for Sunshine”
R is for Rabbit
Working through the alphabet and sharing some of my favorite picture books. The Rabbit Listened Written & Illustrated by: Cori Doerrfeld Sometimes less is more. A perfect book to talk about being proud, disappointed, sad, angry and frustrated. A perfect book to talk about empathy and the importance of listening and not talking. A perfectContinue reading “R is for Rabbit”
Q is for Quiet
Working through the alphabet and sharing some of my favorite picture books. Quiet Please, Owen McPhee!Written by: Trudy Ludwig Illustrated by: Patrice Barton Once again, Trudy & Patrice have created another masterpiece fo be used in the classroom or at home. What happens when a student or child is constantly asking questions? What happens whenContinue reading “Q is for Quiet”
P is for Pete
Working through the alphabet and sharing some of my favorite picture books. Pete the Butterwalk Written & Illustrated by: Emily Miller Perfect for a butterfly lover! Inspired by a real butterfly with a crumpled wing and an author who loves to raise monarchs. This is a sweet story and the illustrations were created out ofContinue reading “P is for Pete”
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