“There is an Arabic proverb that says: She makes you feel like a loaf of freshly baked bread. It is said about the nicest, kindest people. The type of people who help you rise.” Comment someone who helps you rise! @DrSpalding helps me rise, so I can be the best teacher I can be! #NCHPedsReads #JanPedsReads

One of Jude and Fatima‘s favorite things to do is drink tea and watch movies! Jude describes the movies she likes, and the actresses she relates to in those movies! If you were to watch a movie with Jude, which movie would you pick to watch? Why? If I were to watch a movie with Jude, I would watch Frozen. I think Frozen would be fun to watch with Jude because the movies she describes do not include an animated movie! #NCHPedsReads #JanPedsReads

Where in the Wild by David M. Schwartz and Yarl Schy is a NF PB all about camouflage. The information is given through P which I think makes this book even more unique. Students will have so much fun trying to find the animals in the pictures. I would use this as a RA, but also have the book available so students can look at it up close! #LAE3414Sp19

The Tiger Rising by Kate DiCamillio is a RF novel with so many themes and hidden messages. This book is perfect for LC because your students WILL want to discuss what they think about the book. The story is so moving and a fantastic read! I 10/10 recommend this book! #LAE3414Sp19

Talk about a perfect first day of school book! The Recess Queen by Alexis O‘Neill and illustrated by Laura Huliska-Beith is a RF PB. The theme of this book is kindness and friendship. The ending is very heartwarming. I love this story and would use it as a first day of school RA. #LAE3414Sp19

When You Reach Me by Rebecca Stead is a SF novel that I believe many students will enjoy during IR. Personally, I found this book difficult to follow so I would encourage my students to draw a concept map to keep their thoughts organized. Other than that I thought this novel was entertaining and a good read! I would also only encourage students who are in 4th grade and above to read this book. #LAE3414Sp19

I think this book could be used to represent so many subjects including LA, science and math! Actual Size by Steve Jenkins is a NF PB, perfect for a RA or a station in either math or science. Personally I would use this book in a math station when we talk about measurement. I think this book would align nicely. #LAE3414Sp19

I was introduced to this PB (B) at the KETSS! Immediately after reading it I knew I had to share it! It is a powerful book about 13 amazing women around the world who has truly made a difference! I would definitely use this as a RA! This book was written by Chelsea Clinton and illustrated by Alexandra Boiger. Definitely a must have for your classroom! #LAE3414Sp19

I‘m not going to lie, I was very hesitant to read this book. However, after renting this book from the CMC I read it in one day! This book was so good! It is about a girl named Meg who goes on an adventure of a lifetime with Calvin (a classmate) to find Meg‘s father who is trapped on another planet! This SF novel by Madeleine L‘Engle is a Newbery Award Winner, and would be great for LC! #LAE3414Sp19

After the Fall How Humpty Dumpty Got Back Up Again by Dan Santat is truly an inspiring story. I would use this book as a RA or recommend it to a student who may be going through a rough time (IR). This PB is an adaptation of the classic Humpty Dumpty story (TL). #LAE3414Sp19

The Day the Crayons Quit by Drew Daywalt is a wonderful, silly, and funny F PB. This book is about a boy named Duncan who receives letters from his crayons. I absolutely adored this book perfect for all grade levels! During a RA your students will laugh their tails off! The pictures by Oliver Jeffers are wonderful and go perfectly with the story! Happy Coloring! #LAE3414Sp19

It truly does not matter what grade level you are teaching, this TL PB is a necessity in any classroom. This book by Jon Scieszka is a retelling of the traditional Three Little Pigs story. I absolutely loved this book. No matter how old you are you will laugh out loud as you read this story! So perfect for an end of the day RA! #LAE3414Sp19

How I Discovered Poetry by Marilyn Nelson is a wonderful story to begin a poetry unit. This Coretta Scott King Honor book is about Nelson‘s life and how she discovered poetry. Her story is told through P (sonnets). It was a very quick read, and at the end of the book she explains to the reader why and how she wrote her book. #LAE3414Sp19

For my teachers who are striving to teach K or 1 this book would be a wonderful addition to your classroom. This F picture book would be a great RA before a transition, or for PAJAMA DAY!!! Goodnight Moon was written by Margaret Wise Brown and illustrated by Clement Hurd. #LAE3414Sp19

After 11 of my fellow classmates gave Wishtree by Katherine Applegate a 10/10, I knew that I had to read it. I absolutely adored reading this book (F)! It was an easy read for spring break. I would 100% use this book in my classroom. It would be great as an IR book! I also thought about using it as a RA and having our very own wishtree in our classroom. This book has a great message that all students should hear. #LAE3414sp19

Lucy and I really enjoyed Out of Wonder: Poems Celebrating Poets. It is a wonderful picture book to celebrate P (Anthology). Kwame Alexander, author of The Crossover, is one of the poets in this book. This unique picture book celebrates famous poets through the art of P. This book would be a great introduction to a poetry unit in your classroom. I would definitely use it as a RA. #LAE3414SP19

Everyone needs to drop everything and read Brown Girl Dreaming! Brown Girl Dreaming is Jacqueline Woodson‘s memoir. It is so interesting to see how her past experiences has shaped her writing. I loved reading her B. Since Jacqueline Woodson wrote this book about herself, this would be the perfect book for an AS. #LAE3414SP19

This is one of my absolute favorite picture books ever! This RF book is the perfect RA book to talk about kindness! Author Jacqueline Woodson beautifully says “This is what kindness does, each little thing we do goes out, like a ripple into the world.” So true! Each Kindness was awarded the Coretta Scott King Honor Award! When you read this book, you will be truly moved by the words, the illustrations (By E.B. Lewis), and the message!

Chrysanthemum is a cute little story (F) about a little mouse named Chrysanthemum. Chrysanthemum absolutely loves her name until she goes to school and is made fun of because her name is too long! This book would be great as a RA and can be used to show students that being unique is nothing to be ashamed of! #LAE3414SP19

Last Stop on Market Street is a beautiful picture book about a boy named CJ, and his Nana. As they ride through town, CJ continues to feel sorry for himself, but his Nana finds the beauty in all things. This RF book would be a wonderful RA. Author Matt de la Pena‘s words will be like magic to your students‘ ears, and illustrator Christian Robinson‘s pictures will make your students feel as if they are on the bus with CJ and his Nana! #LAE3414SP19

The New York Times‘ Bestseller, Stella by Starlight, takes you back in time to the 1930s where tensions are running high in the small town of Bumblebee, NC. The Ku Klux Klan has made their way to the town of Bumblebee and is stirring up trouble. Main character, Stella Mills talks about the issues happening in her town through her writing. #LAE3414SP19

The Crossover by Kwame Alexander is RF novel about two twin brothers, told through P. Since the story is told through poems, the page structure is different. I believe with fewer words on each page, students will not feel overwhelmed and stay motivated to keep reading. #LAE3414SP19