Great informational text about animal teeth. Photos show off animal teeth and illustrations show imaginings of kids with animal teeth. I learned a lot...moreGreat informational text about animal teeth. Photos show off animal teeth and illustrations show imaginings of kids with animal teeth. I learned a lot about different animals' teeth and how they use them.(less)
With a sprinkling of Spanish family vocabulary, this picture book tells the tale of a little sister who feels left out amid preparations for her big s...moreWith a sprinkling of Spanish family vocabulary, this picture book tells the tale of a little sister who feels left out amid preparations for her big sister's quinceañera. Written with beautiful verbs and told with delightful illustrations, this is a good read.(less)
Great setting, terrific world-building. I really enjoyed this read. The only negative is that I felt like the ending wrapped up just a little too neat...moreGreat setting, terrific world-building. I really enjoyed this read. The only negative is that I felt like the ending wrapped up just a little too neatly. But, endings are really tough to write, and I'm not sure how it could have been written any better. Overall, this was a better read than I expected.(less)
Full of tongue-in-cheek humor, this retelling of Goldilocks will keep readers engaged. The illustrations are well-done and add to the humor of the boo...moreFull of tongue-in-cheek humor, this retelling of Goldilocks will keep readers engaged. The illustrations are well-done and add to the humor of the book.(less)
Baby Dill is born without any pickle bumps. Read this book to found out how he tries to solve his problem and what his friends think.
This is a cute bo...moreBaby Dill is born without any pickle bumps. Read this book to found out how he tries to solve his problem and what his friends think.
This is a cute book with a good message. I'm not generally a huge fan of books that have such an obvious message, it was a good read.(less)
I enjoyed this book. During the first half I was slightly frustrated because there were so many questions and problems, but I didn't seem to be gettin...moreI enjoyed this book. During the first half I was slightly frustrated because there were so many questions and problems, but I didn't seem to be getting any answers. That was soon remedied. The idea of having gifts is very interesting, but the plot still left a lot unclear. I think this would be a good read for middle grade students. I am still unsure whether or not I will read any further books in the series.(less)
The best book of the series, Reached shows all the complexity of a rebellion that doesn't go as planned, leaders who aren't always what they seem, and...moreThe best book of the series, Reached shows all the complexity of a rebellion that doesn't go as planned, leaders who aren't always what they seem, and love that can't fix everything.(less)
This book is cited in nearly every more recent book I've read that addresses grammar instruction, so I had to read it. Not a read and apply type of te...moreThis book is cited in nearly every more recent book I've read that addresses grammar instruction, so I had to read it. Not a read and apply type of teacher book, but it definitely addresses theoretical foundations behind grammar instruction. It does include some application with sample lessons in the appendix, although if application is really all you want, I would look elsewhere (Jeff Anderson or Janet Angelilo). Still, it was a good read if you want more detailed information on research and theory. The chapter that compares behaviorism with constructivism along with Hunter's lesson design vs. mini-lessons (a la Calkins and Atwell) was fascinating.(less)
A delightful picture book about an exclamation mark who wants to fit in, but soon finds his own voice with the help of a question mark.
Would be good i...moreA delightful picture book about an exclamation mark who wants to fit in, but soon finds his own voice with the help of a question mark.
Would be good in the classroom for introducing or reviewing punctuation and reading it with expression. Also good for encouraging students to be themselves and find their own strengths.(less)
This book has some theory and lots of practical. Classroom examples range from 1st to 8th grade and are described thoroughly enough to be implemented...moreThis book has some theory and lots of practical. Classroom examples range from 1st to 8th grade and are described thoroughly enough to be implemented by readers. It's very readable and an excellent introduction to critical literacy and how it can be taught in the classroom.(less)
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