“The Book Thief“ is a powerful story that leaves a strong impression on both young readers and me. It teaches important lessons about resilience, compassion, and the magic of books. The characters and their experiences make the story unforgettable, showing how people can find strength even in tough times.

Markus Zusak's “The Book Thief“ is a historical fiction novel set in Nazi Germany during World War II. Narrated by Death, the story unfolds through the life of Liesel Meminger, a young girl navigating the challenges of wartime. As Liesel matures amidst the turmoil of the Holocaust, the novel explores the profound impact of literature, showcasing its ability to transcend even the darkest periods in history.

“tearing itself to shreds / On bared-wire fences.”

Featuring verses for every season from both famous and children's poets, and brought to life with enchanting illustrations by Melissa Sweet, this book is a perfect way to introduce young readers to the joy of poetry.

“Firefly July“ is a wonderful poetry book for kids that introduces the magic of words through short and sweet verses.

“When she and I met eye to eye, she raised up straight and still.“

With themes ranging from funny to everyday life, and accompanied by beautiful illustrations from Richard Jones, it's a perfect read for both group and solo sessions. A lovely addition to any library, inviting children to explore the magic of words and imagination.

It features funny and thoughtful “how-to“ poems from different writers, both old and new, covering a range of topics. Richard Jones's lovely illustrations make the poems come alive, making it a delightful read for kids.

“If I were a blue balloon Id lift you up to fly with me“

With humor and warmth, it's recommended for creating a positive bedtime routine and capturing children's attention with quick, engaging reads.

“One Minute till Bedtime“ is a collection of short poems edited by Kenn Nesbitt. Perfect for bedtime, these quick and delightful verses cover various themes, making it a charming read for both kids and parent

I baked a cake of sunlight but didnt like the taste

Everyone loves “Hard-Boiled Bugs for Breakfast“! Jack Prelutsky wrote lots of funny poems, and this book has over a hundred of them. The pictures by Ruth Chan are really cool, and the poems will make you laugh and imagine fun things. It's a must-have for kids who like funny stories and poems!

“Hard-Boiled Bugs for Breakfast“ is a fun book with more than a hundred silly poems by Jack Prelutsky. It talks about things like a lizard playing a mandolin and a surprise birthday party. The cool pictures by Ruth Chan make the poems even more fun to read.

“Good Sports: Rhymes about Running, Jumping, Throwing, and More“ by Jack Prelutsky is a captivating book for children, combining lively poems and vibrant illustrations to celebrate the joy of sports while promoting positive values like teamwork and fair play. With its engaging content, the book not only entertains but also encourages physical activity and early literacy skills in young readers.

“Good Sports: Rhymes about Running, Jumping, Throwing, and More“ by Jack Prelutsky is a lively and playful collection of poems celebrating the joy of sports. With clever verses and vibrant illustrations, Prelutsky captures the excitement of running, jumping, and throwing, making it an engaging read for active young readers. The book not only entertains but also instills important values like teamwork and fair play.

The family I nannied for this summer had this story and it was always a pick for their one year old, the rhythm of the words and vibrant pictures captivate attention

This story walks through story of culture and history through the eyes of a young black child in America

“Bonny lass, pretty lass, wilt thou be mine? ...

Mother Goose is a classic collection of nursery rhymes and folk tales that has entertained and educated young readers for generations. The timeless simplicity and rhythmic charm of these short poems make them an enduring and delightful introduction to language and storytelling for children.

Mother Goose includes a variety of short poems, rhymes, and stories that are typically geared towards young children. These tales often feature whimsical characters, animals, and moral lessons.

“The sewers … all back up and we [are] down there in the stifling heat and this odor [is] horrendous… we [are] just in there smothering.”

“Drowned City“ not only depicts the chaos after Hurricane Katrina but also explores the lasting effects on New Orleans. It shows how people coped with displacement, loss, and the slow recovery. The graphic novel pays tribute to the resilience of the city's residents and emphasizes the importance of being prepared for and responding to disasters.

The book begins by introducing readers to the vibrant city of New Orleans, its unique culture, and the diverse community that called it home. As Hurricane Katrina approaches, the narrative vividly depicts the escalating tension and the eventual catastrophic flooding that overwhelmed the city.

“Fry bread is food. It is warm and delicious, piled high on a plate. Fry bread is time. It brings families together for meals and new memories.

I love this book for expanding students horizons! I believe it is so important for students to learn about all different people and this story really helps teach about different family traditions

This non-fiction book provides historical insights into the art of making Fry Bread. It delves into the ingredients essential for crafting this traditional bread and discusses the specific holidays during which it holds cultural significance. Geared towards elementary and older students, the book not only imparts valuable background information but also maintains an engaging and enjoyable narrative.

Our world is full of constantly changing numbers, from a hundred billion trillion stars in space to thirty-seven billion rabbits on Earth.

I think this book is perfect for older students, and could be used to facilitate great discussions!

“A Hundred Billion Trillion Stars“ by Seth Fishman is a captivating hardcover picture book that offers children a delightful exploration of the vastness of our world, inspiring them to unleash their imaginations.

“It was a royal pain for those who paint“

I believe this book would be suitable for elementary student, the content is engaging as well as the vivid illustrations

Blue“ by Brew-Hammond explores the origins of the color blue. The author seems to delve into various aspects, such as cultural beliefs surrounding the hue, methods of production, and efforts to find a more humane way to create the color.

“At last, on the twenty-fifth day of her life... she leaps from the nest and... FLIES!”

This is the story of a honeybee named Apis. It follows Apis from birth through her life as a worker bee, showcasing her tasks like collecting nectar, pollinating flowers, and making honey. The authors use simple language and colorful illustrations to highlight the importance of honeybees in our ecosystem, making it an engaging and educational read for children.

Readers learn about the cooperation and teamwork among bees, the challenges they face, and the lthey play in the pollination of flowers and the production of honey. The combination of informative content and visually appealing illustrations makes “Honeybee“ an educational and entertaining read for children.

“Turns out, it was a North Hill tradition started by Grandpop after a fourteen-year-old black boy named Emmett Till was killed for whistling at a white woman when Grandpop was younger.”

I believe this book would be appropriate and enjoyable for upper elementary students, Reynolds' vivid writing style and the Virginia setting make this book both enjoyable and thought-provoking, making it a great choice for young readers looking for a meaningful and entertaining story.

Genie and Ernie are two brother that must adjust to the environmental differences while they move with their grandparents into a rural area from Brooklyn New York. “As Brave as You“ by Jason Reynolds is a captivating read for its engaging characters, themes of coming of age and bravery, and the exploration of family secrets. It offers readers a relatable journey of self-discovery and growth.

“Huge dragonflies with 8-inch wingspans“

I really enjoyed how the pictures were so bright and vivid, I think this will help students understand the story as the information is slightly complex

This is an informational story explaining the vast elements of the grand canyon, talking about the environment the wildlife and showing vivid illustrations depicting this place

“Let your roots curl, coil in the soil to ground you“

The illustrations showing the aspects of the tree with the children is very inviting, this story gives something children something they are familiar with to relate to

This book gives personification to the idea of a tree, giving it human like characteristics and explaining the different aspects of human life in relation to the tree

“And what lies behind the beak? A dark hole... the mouth.“

I belive this book would capture the attention of young readers, the way in which the illustrations are done builds suspense, it is a little bit scary so I would say maybe upper elementary would be appropriate

Children are going to fascinated by this story, talking about this large sea creature and understanding its vast potential, the pictures build suspense

“The Universe is everything: every star and every galaxy, every planet and all of space“

I think that this book would be good for students especially second grade students who are 8 years old, students do better when they can connect to the texts they are reading