Cronin, D. (2000), Click, clack, moo: Cows that type. New York: Simon & Schuster. ages 5-8. Fiction.

What child would not enjoy cows that can type? Primary teachers will use this book as an example of how to work and play well with one another. Intermediate teachers might also read this to introduce the concept of "protest" in social studies.

Bentley, D., (2008). Ten rubber duckies: A wacky quacky counting adventure. New York: Random House. Ages 5-7, Fiction.

Ten ducks racing to the finish line, disappearing from the readers view by hiding behind various objects illustrated on the page. One even quacks. A fun way to reinforce counting with young children. They will want to count and recount the ducks set into the cover.

Gerth, M., (2006). Ten little ladybugs. New York: Dalmatian Group. Young children through pre-school. Fiction.

Children will enjoy counting the ladybugs while tracing their bodies and naming the colors. Written in rhyme, this book will make counting fun for parent and child.

Harris. R. H., (2004). Don't forget to come back. New York: Candlewick Press. (illus. by Harry Bliss). Grades pre-school -2. Fiction.

Full of threats for her parents, little Sugar just wants her parents to stay at home with her. Thank goodness the babysitter saves the night! Just the right book to read to young children experiencing the same emotions as Sugar.


Found online at Tumblebooks, link is right side of Blog

Ketterman, H. (1997). Bubba the cowboy prince: A fractured texas tale. New York: Scholastic. (Illus. by James Warhola). Grades K and up. Picture book, traditional literature.

Cinderella modern and Texas style. Students laugh following this delightful tale with colorful illustrations, but suddenly notice that this story is strangely familiar. Use in your classroom study of Cinderella stories.


Digital (read by Travis Tritt) link on right side of blog.

Shannon, D. (2004). A bad case of stripes. New York: Scholastic. (Illus. by David Shannon). Grades k-2. Picture book, Modern fantasy

Sometimes trying to fit in will make you stand out! Camilla's many transformations eventually transforms her into her true self. A book that will
definitely spawn grand discussions. Even the older students love this tale.

Digital link for BookPals is at the right.
Read by Sean Austin

Munson, D. (2000) Enemy pie. San Francisco CA: Chronicle Books. Grades k-3. Picture book, Contemporary Realistic Fiction.

Blaming his troubles on a new neighborhood boy, this story focuses on feelings, redemption, and family values. A book that your students will identify with and discuss for the rich character traits evident throughout.

Digital format available at Book Pals-link on right side of Blog.
Read by Camryn Manheim

Say, A. (1993). Grandfather's journey. New York: Houghton Mifflin. Illustrated by Allen Say. Picture book. Contemporary realistic fiction.

Realistic fiction. Ages 4-8. The reader shares in the travels of a young man replicating his family history. Torn between two lands, Japan and America, both grandfather and grandson share a longing for home, but are confused about its meaning. Beautiful illustrations make the reader feel part of the journey.
1994 Caldecott Award

Rockwell, A. (2002). Only passing through: The story of Sojourner Truth. New York: Dragonfly Books. Illustrated by Anne Rockwell. Picture book/biography. Grades 3-6. This book tells the story of Sojourner Truth as she transforms from an enslaved young girl to an emancipated women speaking out against slavery. Be sure to do a picture walk first!
2001 Coretta Scott King Honor Award - illustrations

Willems, M. (2004). Knuffle bunny. New York: Hyperion. Picture book/fiction. Pre-school- grade 1. Losing her bunny at the laundry mat inspires Trixie to say her first word. Photographs overlaid with cartoons illustrations make this a delightful book for the younger reader.
2005 Caldecott Honor Book
2007 Carnegie Medal/Children’s Video.

What My Mom Read to Me

Wright, D. (1964). Edith & Mr. Bear. Houghton Mifflin. Fiction. Ages 5-8.

"The Lonely Doll series is one of my favorites!" writes my daughter, Sara. If she posts on my blog about Edith and Mr. Bear, you know it was a great book to read to young children. Kids will enjoy looking at the pictures of Edith and Mr. Bear getting into all kinds of trouble. A book your students will love and you can use as a writing model in your classroom.

(Edith and Mr. Bears adventures appeal to both young and old. Added to post by RM. Thank you Sara for sharing with us.
Mom)