Which children's books did you enjoy this summer?
Echo Pam Muñoz Ryan's 2016 Newbery Honor book Echo is a historical novel. It includes information about the Holocaust, the Great Depression, and what life was like in America after Pearl Harbor. The three main protagonists -- Friedrich, Mike, and Ivy --learn about injustices. But the protagonists speak up in their own way for what's right. Flora & Ulysses 2014 Newbery Medal winner Flora & Ulyssesby Kate DiCamillo (Because of Winn-Dixie, The Tale of Despereaux). This tale of 10-year-old "natural-born cynic" Flora and her friend Ulysses, a squirrel who suddenly acquires superpowers, is charming, funny, and poignant. K.G. Campbell's illustrations and comic-book panels add much appeal. Dead End in Norvelt Jack is charming among Norvelt’s wacky residents. Other characters include the undertaker's daughter, Bunny; the tricycle-riding Mr. Spizz, who hands out citations for overgrown weeds; Jack's father, who enlists Jack’s help in building a bomb shelter; and especially Mrs. Volker, the eldest-living Norvelt resident, town coroner, passionate writer of obituaries. The War that Saved My Life a 2016 Newbery Honor book is set in the English countryside during World War II. Ada and Jamie's abusive mother, who smacks the kids around has kept Ada, born with a clubfoot, locked up in one room her whole life. Kids and adults will cheer for Ada as she discovers she has value and learns to stand up for herself. There's colorful historical detail about World War II in England. Blooming at the Texas Sunrise Motel With unwavering emotion and masterful storytelling, National Book Award-winning author Kimberly Willis Holt explores themes of loss, family, love, and the importance of finding a place to call home. Zoe in Wonderland Coretta Scott King Honor winner Brenda Woods introduces introverted, daydream-prone Zoe, who’s afraid her real life will never be as exciting as her imaginary one. www.goodreads.com
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Book FairFebruary 13-23. Family Night Fun, Feb 23, 4:30-7:30. Checks to: PGES PTA. No tax.
http://bedfordfallsusa.com/ Book Fair VolunteersParents Volunteers Wanted for Book Fair. Help specially needed during Ki-1st 12:55-2:30 and during Family Night. http://www.signupgenius.com/index.cfm?go=w.create6&listid=9903516&owner=1216200 Pleasant Grove Elem was delighted to host Elizabeth Eulberg, Author of The Great Shelby Holmes. Miss Eulberg was born in Wisconsin but lives in New York. She entertained with colorful stories and provided writing tips to students with the "What if" generator, explained character development, and gave prompts for questions "Who, What, When, Where, Why." Thank you parents and PGES PTA for your support of this engaging event!
I enjoyed meeting many of you at "Meet the Teacher" August 26! Media Volunteers are wanted. Stop by any morning 8:45-9:30 or email: [email protected]. I am waiting on a few final touches in the Media Center including Circulation desktop computers and book trucks. Good News: the Media Center boasts over 14,000 new children's books-stories and non-fiction, resource subscriptions, and plenty of laptops for students to conduct research and demonstrate learning through collaborative projects.
The first two weeks, Grades 2-5 are investigating mysteries. Kindergarten-1st Grade are getting familiar with the Media Orientation and book care expectations. Normal book limits are: Ki and 1st=one book, 2nd=2 books, and 3rd-5th-3 books. It is recognized that students may need extra books for Book Buddies or Research. The normal loan period is 2 weeks. If books are lost or damaged, the family pays for the replacements. Following the Olympics, I am excited to get to know your children and encourage them to set "Goals for Gold" in reading and for school. See you soon! |
Lisa Woodard, MLSGraduated from Duke and NCCU. Joined PGES in 2016. Passionate about making and muti-culturalism. Archives
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