The Hate U Give follows the story of 16 year old Starr as she witnesses the unfair shooting of her friend Khalil. It follows the aftermath of the shooThe Hate U Give follows the story of 16 year old Starr as she witnesses the unfair shooting of her friend Khalil. It follows the aftermath of the shooting and how it impacted Starr's life. She is called to be a witness in the trial, but threatened not to speak out. It also talks about how she felt split between two different lives because of the different persona's she felt she had to take on between home and school. It also brings attention to a topic often not written about that is being spoken a lot about right now. I thought that it was a really good book and well written. It really hits the readers emotionally and provokes a lot of thinking. This book is meant for high school aged students. This would be a good book to incorporate when discussing the political climate of today....more
Under the Mesquite follows the story of Lupita, as her family moves to the United States from Mexico. Throughout her life, she struggles with her idenUnder the Mesquite follows the story of Lupita, as her family moves to the United States from Mexico. Throughout her life, she struggles with her identity being pulled in two different directions because of the two places she is from. She struggles with the loss of her mother from cancer and how that changes the dynamics within the family. But she never loses her dreams and continues to push forward. I think that this book is meant more for middle school or high school. It is written completely in poetry. I think this is a great book to introduce poetry as well as talk about important themes....more
Punga the Goddess of Ugly is based off of folklore from the Pacific Islands. It follows the story of two sisters who venture into the forest and meet Punga the Goddess of Ugly is based off of folklore from the Pacific Islands. It follows the story of two sisters who venture into the forest and meet Punga herself. When they meet Punga, they decide to do the haka- a traditional dance. I thought the book was really cool because it incorporated native language and the story itself was interesting to read. I think that this book is meant for upper elementary school. I think because of it's cultural folklore, it would be cool to incorporate within the classroom when exploring different cultures....more
Beekeepers follows the story of a grandpa and a granddaughter who go tend to the bee's, as her grandfather is a beekeeper. It walks through the procesBeekeepers follows the story of a grandpa and a granddaughter who go tend to the bee's, as her grandfather is a beekeeper. It walks through the process of putting on the correct clothing and releasing the bee's so that they can get the honey. The language used in the book is really beautiful too, using a lot of figurative language. I think that this book is probably meant for upper elementary. This book can be used when having a unit on beekeeping or talking about family, as it talks about both topics well. ...more
The Runaway Bunny follows the story of a young bunny and his mother. The bunny shares all the ways that he would try and escape from his mother. But hThe Runaway Bunny follows the story of a young bunny and his mother. The bunny shares all the ways that he would try and escape from his mother. But his mother always has a way that she would stay close to him. If he became a ship, she would be the wind in his sails. It is a very cute story about family and relationships. It would be a good book to incorporate into the classroom because of that. I think that this book is meant for younger elementary students. ...more
Journey follows the story of a young girl who discovers a magical world. She uses her red marker to create objects that can help her along her adventuJourney follows the story of a young girl who discovers a magical world. She uses her red marker to create objects that can help her along her adventures, like a magic carpet similar to Aladdin. She flies away following a bird that leads her out of the magical world. The bird leads her to a friend with a purple marker, who has the same ability and they ride off on a bike that they created together. The illustration were really stunning and the story itself was so engaging. This is another wordless book, making it available to all elementary education ages. I think that it may be more fitting for upper elementary based on the illustrations, but can be applicable to all. It is helpful to have in a classroom because students can create their own narratives. ...more
Chalk follows the story of four kids as they learn that their chalk gives the ability to make anything that they draw come alive. In this case, they dChalk follows the story of four kids as they learn that their chalk gives the ability to make anything that they draw come alive. In this case, they draw a dinosaur. Eventually, the rain comes and the dinosaur starts to melt. The chalk has washed away from the cement and their adventure is done for now. The illustrations in this book was really cool and so realistic. I think that this book, being wordless, can be for any age in elementary. But, if I had to pick I would probably lean more towards upper elementary. It is helpful to have in a classroom because students can create their own narratives. ...more
Flashlight is a wordless book following the story of a little boy wandering through the forest at night with his flashlight. He discovers the many difFlashlight is a wordless book following the story of a little boy wandering through the forest at night with his flashlight. He discovers the many different kinds of animals that are in the woods. The animals in the story take his flashlight when he trips and shines the light on him instead! The illustrations were really cool, as they were all black and white unless the light from the flashlight was focused on a particular area. It allows the reader to create their own narrative when reading the book as to what happens to the little boy on his adventure in the dark. Since it is wordless, it can be applicable to all ages in elementary school. It is helpful to have in a classroom because students can create their own narratives. ...more
Hidden Figures follows the story of the four African American scientists that helped NASA in their space program. During this time, they were facing mHidden Figures follows the story of the four African American scientists that helped NASA in their space program. During this time, they were facing many forms of discrimination for the color of their skin and for also being a women in science. However, they did not let this get to them. They used their talents to help NASA launch rockets and create ones safe enough to do so. The book is empowering to young girls, as it follows the story of brilliant mathematicians in the science field. It gives them role models to look up to. I believe that this book is probably meant for upper elementary. ...more
Who Was Amelia Earhart? is an Early Reader book including lots of information about Amelia. It talks about how Amelia became inspired to become a piloWho Was Amelia Earhart? is an Early Reader book including lots of information about Amelia. It talks about how Amelia became inspired to become a pilot one day, breaking barriers while doing so. It also talks about her flight across the Atlantic, becoming the first woman to ever do so. The book also references the disappearance of Amelia too. I think that this book is very interesting and a great way of introducing who Amelia is to young readers. Her story is all about believing and pushing for your dreams. I think that this book is best meant for upper elementary school kids. ...more
In 1932, Amelia Earhart became the first women to cross the Atlantic Ocean. This book follows her journey as a pilot that night, landing in Ireland toIn 1932, Amelia Earhart became the first women to cross the Atlantic Ocean. This book follows her journey as a pilot that night, landing in Ireland to complete the trip. I really liked this book because it is a tale of encouragement. I have always looked up to Amelia Earhart, and this book gives insight into what it could have been like on that night. The illustrations were really beautiful too. I think that this book could be used more for middle elementary, around 3 or 4th grade....more
Wilma Unlimited follows the story of the Olympic winning runner, Wilma Rudolph. Wilma's success did not come easily to her. Throughout her life, she fWilma Unlimited follows the story of the Olympic winning runner, Wilma Rudolph. Wilma's success did not come easily to her. Throughout her life, she faced many trials that she had to overcome to get to where she did. These trials included polio, where she was told that she would never really be able to walk. She obviously overcame that obstacle. It is an encouraging tale in the form of a picture book. I think that this book would be best to use for younger elementary classes. But, I think the message of the story allows it to be used for older elementary as well. ...more
Counting by 7's follows the story of Willow, a genius. After the death of her parents, Willow's life takes a turn of events. Through the help of thoseCounting by 7's follows the story of Willow, a genius. After the death of her parents, Willow's life takes a turn of events. Through the help of those around her like Mae's family, the school counselor, and Jairo, Willow finds a new family. She learns to cope with the heartbreak of losing her family and counting forward in life. I think that this book is meant for upper elementary. I think that this is an important book to use in the classroom because of it's discussion of life topics....more
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Drowned City follows Hurricane Katrina and the impacts that it left on the community. It is aTHIS BOOK IS OVER 70 PAGES AND COUNTS FOR 2 BOOK REVIEWS.
Drowned City follows Hurricane Katrina and the impacts that it left on the community. It is an informational text in the form of a graphic novel. It discusses the damage that it brought upon New Orleans and the death of many of the people. It also discusses the aftermath of Katrina, and how the town was not really supported through the tragedy. I think that it is a really well done book and causes a lot of emotion for the reader. I think that this book may be more for middle school than elementary. I think that it is a great informative book to use in the classroom because it simply does not state the facts, but tells a story too. ...more
Some Writer! follows the story of E.B. White, who wrote the Charlotte and the Web book. It gives background on his childhood, how he met his wife, andSome Writer! follows the story of E.B. White, who wrote the Charlotte and the Web book. It gives background on his childhood, how he met his wife, and going through his writing process. It follows how his wife encouraged him to pursue his writing and eventually leading to the publishing of his book. It includes actual letters written to E.B White and included really cool illustrations. I think that this book is meant for upper elementary. It can be incorporated into the classroom as research for if the class reads Charlotte and the Web, so that they can learn about the origin. ...more
I Dissent is an autobiography following the story of Ruth Bader Ginsburg and how she came into the position she is in today. It starts off giving a liI Dissent is an autobiography following the story of Ruth Bader Ginsburg and how she came into the position she is in today. It starts off giving a little bit of a background on her upbringing, like how she grew up as a Jewish girl in a time where that was not entirely accepted. It followed her career as she fought for women's rights in an occupation that was not typically taken by a woman. It is all about facing stereotypes, fighting prejudice, and fighting for what you believe. I think that grades of all ages can benefit from the book, but probably meant for more upper elementary because of the vocabulary used....more
This graphic novel is a retelling of one of the Percy Jackson books. I grew up reading the series when I was younger. This is a great book for those wThis graphic novel is a retelling of one of the Percy Jackson books. I grew up reading the series when I was younger. This is a great book for those who have read the Percy Jackson books, or want an introduction to the series. It is a shorter, less detailed version following Percy as he tries to save Camp Half-Blood by fighting the minotaur from the labyrinth. His friends and him go on adventures to fight Kronos, who is trying to destroy the greek gods. I think that this is probably meant for middle school or upper elementary school. It can be a great introduction into the series and for those interested in greek mythology....more
The Oregon Trail graphic novel follows the story of Rebecca as her family goes on the Oregon Trail. Along the way, Becca and her family have many diffThe Oregon Trail graphic novel follows the story of Rebecca as her family goes on the Oregon Trail. Along the way, Becca and her family have many difficult encounters and discusses the hardships of the Oregon Trail. For example, the loss of her brother and the harsh conditions that the family had to face. It allows you to see the story unfold before you through the illustrations. I think that this book is meant probably for upper elementary school. It is an informative book that transports the readers into what it would be like to be on the trail. ...more
Johnny Mutton, He's So Him! follows the story of Johnny through three smaller short stories. In the first story, it follows Johnny at school with a scJohnny Mutton, He's So Him! follows the story of Johnny through three smaller short stories. In the first story, it follows Johnny at school with a science experiment. In the second one, he is planning a birthday party for one of his friends. The last one is about Johnny having a staring contest with one of his friends. They all contain Johnny, the goofy character that make the stories fun through seeing his perspective about the situations. I think that this book is probably meant for early elementary schoolers. It is a good introduction to graphic novels for younger students. ...more
Black is Brown is Tan follows the story of a multiracial family. One parent is white while the other is African-American. It follows the family as theBlack is Brown is Tan follows the story of a multiracial family. One parent is white while the other is African-American. It follows the family as they go about their days together. It addresses how the two parents are of different color, but does not make a difference. It follows the family as they do activities together and enjoying life. It would be a great book to have in the classroom, as kids can relate to the message. I think that this book is meant for younger elementary. ...more
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