I finished by “E” book, “Eleanor Oliphant is completely fine.” Honeyman‘s book was little too drawn out for me. However, I didn‘t want to give up. Eleanor overcomes a horrific childhood. She had an abusive mother and absent father. These memories follow her into adulthood and consequently control her every move. Until one day she finally breaks. Eleanor excepts the past and looks to the future for possibilities. I enjoyed the ending! #LitsyAtoZ

#Grateful21 @Eggs
1. My loving and supportive family. 💕
2. My boss didn‘t fire me. 🤓 Even after everyone called in sick over the weekend, including me. I was a nervous wreck all day yesterday...never again. It was extremely funny in the end.
3. My parent-teacher conference went much better than expected. 👏🏼

I finally got a chance to post my /d/ book, #LitsyAtoZ. The Drifter by Christian Lennon was a Christmas present from my MIL. 💙 📖—->A few college girls at UF have a tragic experience on campus, which ultimately leaves unanswered questions. All they can think about is “what-if.” In the end, was this crime...preventable? This novel is geared towards Floridians, high school or college students. @BookishMarginalia

My C book. I have been wanting to read A Child Called IT for quite some time, an I finally took the plunge. The topic and sickening descriptions really turned me away, but it also spoke volume on what David went through. I cannot believe this poor child had to live like that. I am so glad he told his story. People can be so different in public when compared to their normal home life.

My B book, Beach Road written by James Patterson and Peter De Jonge. It was okay. The ending really got me, because I didn‘t know who the killer actually was. The storyline was to drawn-out. Then 💥, an thought NO way; I liked that guy. I finally finished it and will donate it to my Little Free Library nearby. #LitsyAtoZ @BookishMarginalia

I recently read Ah-Choo written by Margery Cutler to my kindergarteners. They absolutely loved it! The poor farm animals kept passing their cold around. After quite sometime and many colds later, they finally seeked medical treatment. In the end everyone was sick, including their doctor. This was a simple story with a lesson learned. Please cover your mouth and wash your hands. 😷 🧼 #LitsyAtoZ @BookishMarginalia

@TheLibrarian has reached 70K litfluence. Way to go! 👏🏼 And because of her accomplishment Carrie is holding a giveaway!! Repost for a chance to win.

Thank you and congrats!!🎉💙📚
#70Kgiveaway

Another excellent Who is...? Malala Yousafzai a young female activist from Mingora, Pakistan. At the age of ten, the Taliban started a war forbidden female rights. Many Pakistanis disagreed with the Taliban. However, they were too scared to speak out except for Malala and her family. On October 9th, 2012, an armed man stopped Malala‘s school bus and shot her. This deadly shot didn‘t stop Malala.

@Clwojick
#BlackCatChallenge

One of my all time favorites. Definitely a must; especially at the movies.

Another excellent “Who was” book about Henry Ford. He was an entrepreneur who never backed down, even when the odds were against him. Ford was a well respected man that left a legacy to his family and community. I don‘t drive a Ford myself, but his vehicles are very popular in the 🇺🇸.

My son and I read this biography about Milton Hershey. I have to say, he was a very determined entrepreneur. He wasn‘t selfish either, also giving back to his community. We need more Americans like Hershey.
And who doesn‘t ❤️ a good piece of chocolate? 🍫 Yum Yum! I like how Hershey kisses got their name. Too funny! Hopefully one day I can take a trip to Hershey, Pennsylvania.

Levin‘s sequel to Rosemary‘s Baby was a quick read. Some of the scenes between Rosemary and Andy were strange, and his ending made me say, “What?!?” A nightmare from HELL...🤯!

This fictional novel written by Kristin Levine is set in Little Rock, Arkansas during the segregation of 1957. Levine takes her reader on what may have happened if you (were young and naive) during that time period. The main character is a thirteen-year-old Caucasian female named Marlee. She doesn‘t talk much until she makes friends with Liz, which is a new student at West Side Junior High. They soon become best friends.

#SundayFunDay
My top 5, in no particular order
1. Cooler weather
2. Sports 🏈 🏒
3. Holidays
4. Pumpkin favored foods (coffee, donuts, pancakes, etc.
5. Family vacation

@sebrittain

I‘ve been in a reading slump lately with school starting. It seems like my free time has been scarce, making it even harder for me to devote time to myself. A Litsy friend recommended this book and I finally had got a chance to read it. (Thank you) And I have to say it was a page turner. Levin‘s writing is definitely for a more advanced reader, who understands the difference between truth and make-believe.

I am a lost for words...@Kshakal, You have sent me an awesome box of personalized goodies. I love my cup and I can‘t wait to show it off. Sorry it took me so long to open and respond. I came down with a horrible cold. My students have been sharing more than their 💙 for learning. Leave it to kindergarteners, they always have dirty hands. Especially this time of year. The flu has already hit our school. 😪 Thanks again, happy teaching! 💜📚

I received my #teachercarepackageswap!! Yay, I can‘t wait to open it!!

I sent my #teachercarepackageswap. However, I forgot to take a picture. 🙃 I added insurance and tracking too.

Thank you @Libby1 for holding this awesome book giveaway! 💜📚 I would like to read book A.

1. No
2. Yes
3. I just received my first ebook.

Thank for hosting this #TuesdayTidbit silversreviews

I came home and found a surprise sitting on my door step. Thank you @EadieB You are too sweet! 💜📚 #LitsyFriends #SpreadingLitsyLove

Hero: Rescue Mission is a fictional novel written by Jennifer Li Shotz. Ben is a fourteen year-old boy on a mission to save his father. He doesn‘t go at it alone, a new friend and his family dog go along for an adventure. Ben has to overcome several obstacles, but nonetheless he prevails and rescues his father. A good story about friendship! 💙👦🏽 🐶

I just finished this magical Cinderella story about “Ella Enchanted,” also known as Ella of Frell. This lovely young lady endured several years of hardship to find true happiness. Cursed with obedience since birth, she must obey each and every order; no matter how much she dislikes it.

My son and I just finished Brian Selznick‘s “The invention of Hugo Cabret.” This 2008 Caldecott winning graphic novel is beautifully written and illustrated. Hugo is twelve-years-old boy who has lost his father in a fire and then his uncle due to over consumption of alcohol. During this whole ordeal he maintains his uncle‘s duties as the timekeeper, while working on his father‘s latest discovery.

My shaving cream art. There is several DIY projects online, I added the same ratio of shaving cream and glue with choices of food coloring. We painted over our painters tape initials with colored shaving cream. Let dry, peel tape, and viola. Enjoy!💜🎨

@TheReadingMermaid
#SummerReading2018

I just watched this movie on Netflix. ⭐️ ⭐️ ⭐️ ⭐️ ⭐️ It truly was an eye opener on rare and sometime undiagnosed medical conditions. Susannah‘s declining health was extremely scary. A must see and read...Now, onto the book.

https://www.npr.org/2012/11/14/165115921/a-young-reporter-chronicles-her-brain-o...

https://youtu.be/e87x_slO544

Here is one of my #TBR stacks lying around the house for #MakeMeReadIt hosted by yours truly @TheReadingMermaid

@TheReadingMermaid is starting a new READATHON called #MakeMeReadIt. Repost to participate and add your #TBR image to another post, so others can vote. 💙📚
*Count me in.
*It might take me a while to create my stack, but I will keep your posted once I‘m finished. 🤓

Say What!?! @TheFunkyBookworm is having a #YaWednesday giveaway!! You are awesome and sign me up! 🤓💙📚

This book is absolutely adorable! It‘s simply written about a teacher‘s very busy day. If your a teacher you know exactly what I mean. We all have had a day like this; oh who am I kidding...I meant days. It feels like a never ending domino effect. 🤓💙📚 #TeachersofLitsy

I thoroughly enjoyed this quick read! The storyline is told by Grace Fontaine a naive teenager, that lives a very complicated life. I know what your thinking...the drama, peer pressure, and hormones. Yet, there is so much more to her story. Her adoptive family robs from the rich as a career. Its a family thing, or so she thought!?! On page 262, Grace states, ”It was the beginning of the end.” Has their Playa Hermosa heist cost them everything?

Check out these awesome deals at Barnes and Noble‘s!! 🤩 Say what!?!

I have been visiting the public library a lot recently and it got me thinking about my own classroom library. I knew I owned a book about a library, I just needed to find it. This entails, some searching on my part through big boxes. And lo and behold I found it, “Library Mouse” written and illustrated by Daniel Kirk. This adorable children‘s book is about a mouse named Sam. He lives in the children‘s section. (Now that‘s an awesome pad! 😍)

1. Tagged cookbook -I‘ve had it since I moved out and I turn to it several times a week; wonderful reference.
2. I say yes because it‘s main ingredient is the hotdog (meat) and it‘s between two pieces of bread (the bun). And I love to add all kinds of delicious toppings. Especially jalapeños or chili and cheese; just to name a few. Yum yum!
3. Bobby Flay
4. This is hard...I guess salsa on my eggs
#ManicMonday @JoScho

Congratulations @britt_brooke for reaching 250k Litsy points, and it‘s a honor to participate in your #250KGiveaway. ❤️📚

I am making some fried green tomatoes. Yum yum! 😋

I seen @Kshakal post on #beachreads and I found another book that be of interest. Thanks to my aunt! 💜 I haven‘t read it yet, but it‘s on my long #TBR list. #bookswaps

Yay, I finally finished this novel. In the begin it was a little slow for me, mainly because I didn‘t like reading about the horrible Day massacre that occurred on January of 1985. The mother, Patty Day was a divorcee raising four children on her family‘s farm with little support from her ex-husband, Runner. Her son Ben the eldest was hanging out with a Satanic group that lead him in the wrong direction.

“Click, Clack, Moo Cows that Type” is a hilarious children‘s book written by Doreen Cronin and its pictures are from Betsy Lewin. This amazing book won a Caldecott award in 2001.
One of my recent additions to my classroom library. These cows aren‘t afraid to tell Farmer Brown how it is...and to be honest they are quite demanding. 🐮 🤣
#classroomlibrary
https://m.youtube.com/watch?v=HL5J06-fXbg
Check out his YouTube version with Sign Language

@GripLitGrl The reviews for this book have intrigued my curiosity. Thank you for starting this giveaway! 💙📚

#GLGGIVEAWAYBRINGMEBACK

1. Beauty and the Beast 🌹
2. Shrek; I love the overall message. Plus, the characters are great...donk-ey! 🤣
3. 8:31
4. Hold the 🍄
5. @JordanD

#FriYAYIntro

@jesshowbooks

“Rainbow Crow” is a Lenape legend retold by Nancy Van Laan and beautifully illustrated by Beatriz Vidal. The setting of this story is within a magnificent forest where all creatures big and small call home. It seemed almost perfect until a blizzard occurred, making it almost unbearable. After several cold days a remarkable Rainbow Crow arrives, and praises the Great Spirit with a song. His beautiful melody earns him the gift of Fire.

“Silly Tilly” is a fictional picture book written by Eileen Spinelli and illustrated by David Slonim. Tilly is your typical silly goose. She brings a smile to everyone‘s face. Until one day, her fellow farm friends had enough of her fun and games. They say, “Enough of all your silly stuff!” These words have a negative affect on Tilly and she doesn‘t quite feel the same. Shortly after, they miss Tilly their silly goose and welcome her back.

“The rough-face girl” is written by Rafe Martin and illustrated by David Shannon. Yes, its the same David Shannon (David series author/illustrator ✏️❤️) your thinking. This Native American folklore is about a young lady who lived a hard life. She developed scars over the years doing manual labor while her two sisters dictated orders. (Much like Cinderella) This life was hard on her, until one day she had a vision of the Invisible Being.

@Eggs
Congratulations!!🎉

I would like to enter your #65kgiveaway. And you have so many books to choose from...I want to read “Turtles all the way down” and “The lying game.” Again, way to go! 👏🏼

1. “Rules” written by Cynthia Lord. I read this novel last year for one of my classes and I absolutely enjoyed it. Please see my previous post.
2. I would love to travel to Ireland. 🇮🇪
3. @kellyann28

Litsy #Giveaway

This Caldecott Honored and Halloween (I know I‘m extremely early or late depends on how you look at it; 🤪) themed favorite is written by Aaron Reynolds and illustrated by Peter Brown is too cute. Jasper Rabbit is a hungry little rabbit who loves carrots. He picks them all day long and never truly gets his fill. Until one day, the carrots follow him all over town and drive him mad. It‘s a must read for sure, so you can find out how it ends. 🧡📚

“The Girl Who Ran: Bobbi Gibb” is a bibliography written by Frances Poletti and Kristina Yee, and illustrated by Susanna Chapman. This inspiring picture book describes how Gibb‘s determination and perseverance open doors for countless women of today. In the 1960s, many individuals frowned upon women taking lead roles. And true equality was not in practice for many folks (including women, people of different ethnicity, religion, and etc.).

I am finally getting back into my book. 🤓 A fellow Litten recommend “Dark Places,” written by Gillian Flynn. Reaching the 💯 page mark and getting a better understanding before their horrific family tragedy. I won‘t say more, just in case you haven‘t read it. Once I‘m done I will leave a better description of the story with my review. One page at a time. . .

1. Mango
2. Definitely swimming; unless I‘m reading on a pool float and partially submerged in water.
3. Very hot!! Low 90s with humidity, which makes it feel more like 100 degrees. 😳
4. Anything on ice. If it‘s after work...I will take an adult beverage. A Modelo would hit the spot, right now. 🍺
5. Going to the river and beach. I spent most of my days on the water. The good old days with no worries.
#tellmetuesday
@Ke633