Francisco Alarcon's book Los Angeles Andan en Bicicleta was a wonderful collection of poem that are related to each other. Alarcon uses his family mem...moreFrancisco Alarcon's book Los Angeles Andan en Bicicleta was a wonderful collection of poem that are related to each other. Alarcon uses his family members as inspiration for his poems. You learn that he lived in Los Angeles, the importance of his mother and grandmother in his life and the customs and celebrations his family participated in through his life. I enjoyed the poems Spanish versions and how the rhythm of the words came together.(less)
I think I have found my favorite children's author for poetry. I loved these poems. They were funny and whimsical. Kids will love them too. Some of th...moreI think I have found my favorite children's author for poetry. I loved these poems. They were funny and whimsical. Kids will love them too. Some of the titles include: My Mother Made a Meat Loaf, We're Seven Grubby Goblins, Son of the Gloopy Gloppers. How can you not love these poems. The poems have some very interesting novel words that can be used to develop vocabulary in a fun wayD!(less)
Carmen T. Bernier-Grand puts together a wonderful collection of poems that cover Cesar Chavez life and the struggles he faced when organizing the migr...moreCarmen T. Bernier-Grand puts together a wonderful collection of poems that cover Cesar Chavez life and the struggles he faced when organizing the migrant workers of California. Beside learning about a variety of events that led to the formation of the union for farm workers we learn about his family and how they influenced him. I loved the poems. This would be a wonderful addition to a classroom library.(less)
I enjoyed, Coretta Scott, by Ntozke Shange. I found that the text did not read like poetry, it read like a story. I, personally, am not a fan of poetr...moreI enjoyed, Coretta Scott, by Ntozke Shange. I found that the text did not read like poetry, it read like a story. I, personally, am not a fan of poetry. I enjoyed this book because it was about a person in history and I do like the historical fiction genre. I had never seen a book that was based on Coretta Scott, so it was interesting to read about the Civil Rights Movement, from a different perspective. The illustrations by Kadir Nelson are rich, realistic and colorful. Visually the book is amazing. This book can be used to introduce a lesson on the Civil Rights Movement to young children.(less)
Jack Prelutsky, author of Good Sports: Rhymes about Running, Jumping,Throwing and More, is a great book for young children. They would enjoy the rhyme...moreJack Prelutsky, author of Good Sports: Rhymes about Running, Jumping,Throwing and More, is a great book for young children. They would enjoy the rhymes about different sports. The book has some great words that can be used for vocabulary development with young students.(less)
Locomotion, by Jacueline Woodson, is a great book to listen to on tape. I started reading the book but was having a difficult time getting through it....moreLocomotion, by Jacueline Woodson, is a great book to listen to on tape. I started reading the book but was having a difficult time getting through it. I listened to it on tape and it made a great difference. I was able to stay focused with the audio version and was able to enjoy it. (less)
I enjoyed listening to Locomotion by Jacqueline Woodson. I was able to "hear" the voice of Lonnie through his poems. One is able to sympathize with hi...moreI enjoyed listening to Locomotion by Jacqueline Woodson. I was able to "hear" the voice of Lonnie through his poems. One is able to sympathize with him by feeling what he was experiencing. You feel sad for him and at times you want to cry. Woodson's lyrical voice captures Lonnie's feeling and ideas perfectly. I do not particularly like poetry but I did enjoy this book.(less)
Love That Dog, by Sharon Creech, was a clever and interesting book. We learn about a boy named Jack who tells his story about his reluctance in writin...moreLove That Dog, by Sharon Creech, was a clever and interesting book. We learn about a boy named Jack who tells his story about his reluctance in writing poetry (I can relate to this-I hate poetry). He describes his struggle with poetry prose. By the end of the book he accepts his talent and starts appreciating poetry. My daughter, who is in 5th grade, enjoyed the book.(less)
Owl Moon (Caldecott Award Winner), by Jane Yulen, introduced me to the pastime of “owling". The story of a young girl and her father as they go out on...moreOwl Moon (Caldecott Award Winner), by Jane Yulen, introduced me to the pastime of “owling". The story of a young girl and her father as they go out one night to looks for owls was enjoyable. The language the author uses to describe the natural world was very descriptive. An example of this rich language is… "The snow below it was whiter than the milk in a cereal bowl." I liked the image it created in my mind. The illustrations complemented the text. I especially liked the last illustration of the girl being carried by the father as they walk back to their home.(less)
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