Would You Want To Be King Of All Wild Things?
AR: 3.4
Grade Level: PreK-5th
Summary: In Where The Wild Things Are, a little boy is sent to bed without dinner. However; within his imagination, he travels to the land of all wild things! Here, is where he is made King! He enjoys every bit of it, until it's time for the wild things to go to bed. Here is where he is left lonley, and eventually sails back home. Dinner is waiting for him-still hot!
Idea: Every aspect of this book is excellent! From the text to the illustrations, it really drives the reading into wanting to read more. I will most definitely be using this book in my class. I was even thinking about acting this book out. The kids will love it! Imagination is everything.
You're Not The Only One Having A Bad Day
Guided Reading Level: M
Grade Level: K-2nd
Summary: Alexander is having the worst day of his life! It's so bad, he wants to move to Australia. Let's be honest. Haven't we all had days like this? This book is something that young readers can absolutely relate to, and that's what I love about it! One could teach children that every day will not be perfect. Sometimes people go through things. However, these things make you a better person because you learn from them. They're what make you who you are!
Idea: I will most definitely be using this book for a cause and effect lesson. I will also use this book to house a class discussion on what makes a good day, as well as a bad one. The more students are able to relate to the text, the more information they will be able to gain from it!
ABC with Me!
Guided Reading Level: L
Grade Level: PreK-2nd
Summary: Dr. Seuss' ABC book is simply what it says. It's nothing but everything having to do with the alphabet!
Idea: When you hear "Dr.Seuss", you know you're in for a thrill! Seuss' ABC book is excellent for introducing the uppercase and lowercase alphabetic concept. It's also useful for introducing students to the literary concept, rhyme! The ABC book includes everything from awesome imaginative scenarios to impressive illustrations. I absolutely love this book, and will most definitely be using it in my classroom for primary grade levels.
New Shoes for Silvia
Lexile Measure:
530L
Reading Level:
PreK-3rd
Summary:
New Shoes for Silvia is about a little girl named Silvia, who received a pair of shoes from her Aunt. She loved every bit of her new, red pair of shoes. However, there is only one problem! They do not fit! Silvia learns to improvise with her new shoes everyday, until they suddenly fit. Silvia learns a great lesson from this situation. Although; she couldn't wear her shoes when she wanted to, they came in handy for other things.
Idea: I plan on using this book to integrate aspects of different cultures into my classroom. I will also provide activities on gratefulness and improvisation, during this time. I absolutely love this book, and plan on using it for any grade that I teach up to 3rd grade!
