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Wonder | R. J. Palacio

The premises of this RF book is to teach and challenge everyone to "choose kind". Auggie looks different from other children at his new school, and the student's must learn to accept each other to get along. This book will bring the reader through a journey of hardships and triumphs. Here is a website to learn more about the choose kind challenge http://www.ccakids.com/challenge-accepted!.html #UCFLAE3414sp17

sarahs I read wonder for another class this past year, great read with so much to offer for students to gain perspective . 7y

DrSpalding I'm truly looking forward to this movie later this year. I hope you all will check it out as well. 7y

KennadyM This book is next on my to read list! I've heard so many good things about it. 7y

CharlotteG I really want to read this book!! 7y

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Koalas | Valerie Bodden

This is a non fiction book that was free from Chick-fil-a. It has interesting facts about Koalas and tells where they come from. There are headings on the pages with lots of pictures. Children could look at more koala facts online http://www.animalfactguide.com/animal-facts/koala/ #UCFLAE3414SP17

LaurenMcl I always liked how Chick Fil A will have books a majority of the time in their kids meals. It definitely can help encourage reading. Not only do they do that, but they include a coupon for the full version which is nice. 7y

DrSpalding I truly like it when food chains include books in their kids meals. 7y

KennadyM I love how chick fil a does this! I have a whole stack of books like these that I read to my little cousins. 7y

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The One and Only Ivan | Katherine Applegate

This animal fantasy book rightfully won the Newbery Medal, because of all the emotion it evoked and the fact that it was based on a true story. Students will enjoy reading about the animal friends and creativity added into this fictional book. Afterwards, students could research the true story of Ivan and relate it to this book: http://www.flreads.org/Book_Award/extensions/Ivan.htm #UCFLAE3414sp17

DrSpalding This is a nice resource. I believe this is a powerful book for intermediate grade students to read. 7y

CharlotteG I. Love. This. Book. It was so moving and powerful. The message behind it was incredibly eye-opening too! 7y

AlexandriaJ I read this book and cried! I was full of so many emotions throughout the story and it was a real eye opener! Children being exposed to this would be a great thing! 7y

Mariachen Although I didn't think I would enjoy this book, i really did. This book is unexpectedly relatable and real. A great message is given through the story. 7y

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Chinese Cinderella: The True Story of an Unwanted Daughter | Adeline Yen Mah

Chinese cinderella is a biography written by Adeline Yen Ma about Adeline Yen Ma. Adeline describes the struggles of being the youngest in a family that doesn't want you, and being treated poorly. The traditions of Chinese culture are infused throughout the story, with pictures of the family. Adeline will take you on her journey with this resource: http://www.bookrags.com/lessonplan/chinese-cinderella/funactivities.htmlhicklebe... #UCFLAE3414SP17

BrielleR Love this! I always like reading renditions of classic tales🤗 7y

DrSpalding Diverse cultures need to be represented in your classroom libraries! 7y

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Out of My Mind | Sharon M. Draper

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This RF book has literally been added to my stack of books after hearing about this masterpiece, Out of My Mind, by Sharon Draper. I could feel myself becoming immersed in the life of Melody and feeling every emotion of anger and frustration as she did. This book is an absolute must read for everyone because all will come into contact with someone who is different, and will benefit from a new understanding. Resource in comments #UCFLAE3414SP17

AmberC This resource is a favorite, and will help teach student about people with disabilities that ties in with the book http://www.sadlier.com/school/core-literacy/teaching-students-about-disabilities... 7y

AmandaN I really want to read this book. My dad is quadriplegic and people automatically assume that he is mentally handicapped because he is severely physically handicapped. I feel that I would get a lot out of reading a book like this. Thanks for sharing 7y

JRQuintanilla I really NEED to read this book. I see it all over the place, and have yet to get into it. Thanks for reminding me! 7y

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CharlotteG Amber, your post was wonderful. Very well put and definitely made me want to read this book. I have found myself finding more of an interest in this book ever since so many of our classmates have gone on and on about how wonderful it is. I'm definitely planning to read this. 7y

DrSpalding Powerful and meaningful posts here! Wow! 7y

LaurenMcl This is next in my stack and I feel it is a must read, especially after hearing the literature circle group agree that it should be a must for teachers. 7y

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Owen | Kevin Henkes

Ashton enjoyed giving me a summary of the book for each page after reading it once yesterday. This F book by Kevin Henkes is a Caldecott honor book that discusses a pet mouse named Owen with a common childhood blankey. A teacher activity for comprehension and prediction can be found here: http://thepicturebookteachersedition.blogspot.com/2012/09/owen-by-kevin-henkes.h... #UCFLAE3414SP17

CaitlinPVeal I like that you tried it out with a child. What a great idea! Prediction can be a fun one to do with a class so I'm glad to see you found a lesson on that. 7y

DrSpalding Way to go Ashton! 7y

AmandaN Great book and love how you read it with a child to get their perspective. 7y

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Guide to Greece: Southern Greece | Pausanias

Jacqueline is exploring this NF book by Michael March, titled Guide To Greece. She is able to view pictures about the culture and history of Greece with descriptions. This resource allows for children to explore specific cities of Greece including Athens https://www.lonelyplanet.com/greece #UCFLAE3414sp17

DrSpalding Fantastic Amber! I hope she gets to travel there someday! 7y

NicoleMaltby That is amazing and a different type of post! Good implementation. =) 7y

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The Sneetches and Other Stories | Dr. Seuss

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This F book is an entertaining read, and had Ashton and I laughing throughout at the short story of the green pants. The sneetches story has a ride that goes through how the sneetches learn to get along and realize that it is ok to be different. The activity for this book is related to racism and acceptance found here: http://www.tolerance.org/lesson/anti-racism-activity-sneetches #UCFLAE3414SP17

DrSpalding Excellent site! Love the pics! 💜📚 7y

NicoleMaltby Aww so cute! I need to pick this book up, I've NEVER read it! 7y

KaylaC I have never read that particular Dr. Seuss book, but it looks so good! I definitely love the stuffed animal that you have to go along with the book, that will help get the little students in your future classroom to want to read that book! 7y

AmandaN Ahhhh I got the sneetch also! I can't wait to give it to my daughter and read her the book. Thank you for sharing 7y

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The Cat in the Hat | Seuss

This F book can be enjoyed by people of all ages, including my nephew who has the book memorized. The ride at Universal shows how the children in the book go through the adventure while their parents are away. There are many fun games that can be included in the reading of this story found here: http://www.cbc.ca/kidscbc1/games/catinthehatgame #UCFLAE3414sp17

DrSpalding We have had breakfast with the Cat in the Hat! Have you? So fun! Great post! 7y

NicoleMaltby That is amazing that your nephew has the book memorized! He must really like cat in the hat, cute picture =) 7y

KaylaC Okay, this picture is adorable. He is all decked out in the cat in the hat stuff! Seeing this makes me want to read that book all over again....and maybe even watch the movie too! 7y

AmandaN How cute! One of my all time favorites. I also got the Spanish version at Kholes. Love the picture. 7y

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Itching and Twitching: A Nigerian Folktale | Pat McKissack, Robert L. McKissack, Laura Freeman-Hines

In this traditional literature book, Itching and Twitching, two animals tell short tales to each other and must learn to accept each other for their differences. This resource includes graphic organizers to go along with the book: http://m.abcteach.com/document.php?id=13033 #UCFLAE3414sp17

DrSpalding TL is diverse and can teach valuable lessons! 7y

AmandaN I have never heard of this. I will definitely have to pick it up. Thanks for sharing. 7y

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Pete the Cat and the Missing Cupcakes | James Dean, Kimberly Dean

This Pete the Cat F book is geared towards K-2 students, with many exciting rhymes and use of capitalized phrases. In this book, Pete and his friend Gus try to find out who is stealing the cupcakes by looking at clues. There are many Pete the Cat book activities on this website http://www.petethecatbooks.com/activities/petes-cool-cupcakes/ #UCFLAE3414sp17

CharlotteG I love Pete the Cat! My favorite part about Pete the Car books is that they can help with counting strategies!! 7y

christinathorpe I love Pete the Cat as well! I think hands on activities, especially in the younger grades, is important for students to comprehend and apply what they know. 7y

DrSpalding Agreed @AmberC @christinathorpe @CharlotteG 🐾 7y

Alisoncavicchi This class was actually the first time I heard of Pete the Cat (shocking I know), but he has already come up in my RED and EDG4410 classes as well. Definitely an excellent set of books to add to our classroom libraries 7y

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Don't You Dare Read This, Mrs. Dunphrey (Turtleback School & Library) | Margaret Peterson Haddix

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This RF book was about a girl name Tish who was assigned to write about her life in a journal, by a teacher. Tish tries to hide her broken household secrets throughout the book with a spectacular culmination. More resources can be found at: http://haddixbooks.com/ . #UCFLAE3414sp17

christinathorpe this book sounds interesting! i like the resource and think it would be a great tool for students to use to further research the author or perform an author study. 7y

DrSpalding You introduced me to a new Haddix book. Adding this to my stack! 7y

RanaH This book sounds interesting!!! Planning to read it :) I like the resource you provided 7y

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