⭐️⭐️⭐️⭐️⭐️ This is an older book but it won’t miss a beat! Plus, when two of the main characters are Golden Retrievers, how can you go wrong? From deankoontz.com: From a top secret government laboratory come two genetically altered life forms. . . One is a magnificent dog of astonishing intelligence. The other, a hybrid monster of a brutally violent nature. Both are on the loose… Bestselling author Dean Koontz presents his most terrifying, dramatic and moving novel: The explosive story of a man and a woman, caught in a relentless storm of mankind’s darkest creation… #bookstagram #whattheteacherreads #booklover #bookaddict #readingmakesyousmarter #suspense #thriller #goldenretriever #readersofinstagram
If you haven’t read Remarkably Bright Creatures yet, don’t walk—RUN to the closest bookstore and get it! This book combines cute and quirky, old and young, and all the feels! Oh, and there is this irresistible octopus named Marcellus. I just couldn’t wait for his chapters. 🥰🐙 @shelbyvanpeltwrites #bookstagram #whattheteacherreads #booklover #bookaddict #readingmakesyousmarter #marcellustheoctopus #octopus #readersofinstagram #remarkablybrightcreatures
Have you ever chosen a book based solely on the beautiful cover?? I’m guilty! 🙋♀️ #bookstagram #whattheteacherreads #booklover #bookaddict #readingmakesyousmarter #judgingabookbyitscover #readersofinstagram #historicalfiction
I love a good apocalyptic story! Here we have a family escaping the rat race of the big city for a week of relaxing solitude. The characters and reader first discover just how dependent we are on technology when internet and cell service fail. Stranger things begin to happen. And then strangers appear at their door. To trust or not to trust? And what is happening outside of their secluded bubble? The author keeps your mind running through the possibilities given the clues that he reveals. Small spoiler: The main reason some readers are frustrated with the story is that the author leaves you hanging at the end. But I think it’s perfect. The satisfaction is in the way the author makes you draw your own conclusion. Read it and tell me what you think! #bookstagram #whattheteacherreads #booklover #bookaddict #readingmakesyousmarter #apocalypse #suspence #thriller #readersofinstagram
What should I read on the flight?✈️ And by the lake? ⛵️ #bookstagram #whattheteacherreads #booklover #bookaddict #readingmakesyousmarter
You Shouldn’t Have Come Here has all the elements of a great suspense story. I liked the characters. They kept me guessing and looking for clues. I also enjoyed rural Wyoming for the setting. The ending just didn’t do it for me. I thought it was too far fetched and not believable. What did you think? (There may be spoilers in comments.) #suspence #thriller #bookstagram #whattheteacherreads #booklover #bookaddict #readingmakesyousmarter
The cover gets an A+ but the characters and storyline just can’t compete. I do like that it has strong female leads but the story drags at times. Tell me what you think. #bookstagram #whattheteacherreads #booklover #bookaddict #readingmakesyousmarter #banyanmoon #strongfemalecharacters #asianculture
I believe this was a Barnes and Noble book of the month not too long ago. I felt like it didn’t get the attention it deserves. Excellent historical fiction! #bookstagram #whattheteacherreads #booklover #bookaddict #readingmakesyousmarter #historicalfiction #siberia #poland #strongfemalecharacters #barnesandnoble #bookofthemonth #bookclub
When do you think you’ll read it? Why have you put it off? @macys_reads #bookstagram #whattheteacherreads #booklover #bookaddict #readingmakesyousmarter #tbr #readersofinstagram
Can you find one of your favorites here? 📚❤️ #bookstagram #whattheteacherreads #booklover #bookaddict #readingmakesyousmarter
If you are looking for a ROM-COM with fun and relatable characters, this is one of my faves! Set in a tiny town in Alaska, newcomers have to navigate how to fit in with the locals who are very much opposed to growth and tourism. A cute local restaurant with a lumberjack owner and a bookish tourist set the stage. ❤️. The two sequels are good, but not as good as the first -The Tourist Attraction. #bookstagram #whattheteacherreads #booklover #bookaddict #readingmakesyousmarter #bookssetinalaska #alaska #touristattraction #thetouristattraction #readersofinstagram
⭐️⭐️⭐️⭐️⭐️ I’m stingy with stars but I’d give this one 10 if I could. This book is one of my all time favorites. It is perfect for lovers of historical fiction, strong female lead characters, and stories of survival. Hope you enjoy it as much as I did. I did not enjoy the movie. Very underwhelming and in no way did it do justice to this incredible novel. @rutasepetysauthor #bookstagram #whattheteacherreads #booklover #bookaddict #readingmakesyousmarter #readmorebooks #lithuania #siberia #booksandcoffee☕️ #bookworm
⭐️⭐️⭐️⭐️⭐️ One of the sweetest books I’ve read. Definitely a YA book, but the appeal transcends age, in my opinion. Make sure you have tissues at hand when you read. Lots of tissues. #bookstagram #whattheteacherreads #booklover #bookaddict #readingmakesyousmarter #romance #sweetlovestory #yabooks #readersofinstagram #bookclub
⭐️⭐️⭐️⭐️Fabulous summer/beach read! Who wouldn’t like a summer in Italy?? The author makes you feel like you are right there with the characters. I can feel the warm sun and ocean breeze. @rebecca_serle #bookstagram #whattheteacherreads #booklover #bookaddict #readingmakesyousmarter #oneitaliansummer #romance #italy #positano #beachread #summerread
Throwing back to the best of Oprah’s Book Club in the 90’s: 1. Drowning Ruth—A story of sisters in 1919 and the forces that both bind them together and tear them apart. Nursing soldiers of the Great War. A drowning. Secrets. One of my favorites that will leave you thinking about it for a long time. 2. Icy Sparks—1950s rural KY. An orphan with an undiagnosed affliction-violent tics and uncontrollable cursing. Icy must deal with being an outcast in a tight knit community. Unputdownable. 3. Ellen Foster—The first line of the book: “When I was little I would think of ways to kill my daddy.” Ellen is an unforgettable character who has everything against her but chooses not to drown in self pity. Go read these books. You will not regret it! #oprahsbooksclub #bookstagram #whattheteacherreads #booklover #bookaddict #readingmakesyousmarter #readingaddiction #tearjerkers #strongfemalecharacters #historicalfiction #bookclub #booksbooksbooks
It’s every parent’s worst nightmare. You take your eyes off your child for a few minutes—or was it longer? Everyone becomes suspect. Every minute counts. This book is full of twists and will have you second guessing what you thought. @tessstimson #bookstagram #whattheteacherreads #booklover #bookaddict #readingmakesyousmarter #stolen #childabduction #thriller
I have been anxiously anticipating this book! I’ll have a review out the minute I finish. @eve.j.chung.writes #bookstagram #whattheteacherreads #booklover #bookaddict #readingmakesyousmarter #chinesehistory #daughtersofshandong
I don’t give 5 stars often but I felt this book had both a heart wrenching storyline and beautiful prose. If you enjoy rural historical fiction or a strong female lead character, Go As A River is for you! @shelleyread.author Thank you for this novel! As an adoptive mama, I let both the birth mom and adoptive mom wrap my heart and leave me breathless. I look forward to reading your next work! #goasariver #bookstagram #whattheteacherreads #booklover #bookaddict #readingmakesyousmarter #historicalfiction #adoption #booksaboutadoption
How to choose which one to read next??? These are my top four that I’m eyeing on my TBR shelf. Which would you pick? #bookstagram #whattheteacherreads #booklover #bookaddict #readingmakesyousmarter #tbr #readersofinstagram #readingcommunity #reader #bookworm #romancebooks #historicalfiction #bookclub #bookclubfavorites #booksbooksbooks #bookstagrammer
⭐️⭐️⭐️.5. After the tragic death of the family’s husband/father, they travel to paradise only to learn he was not the man they thought him to be. I’d recommend it. It held my attention on audio, and I’m not always the best at listening. #elinhilderbrand #winterinparadise #bookstagram #whattheteacherreads #booklover #bookaddict #readingmakesyousmarter #beachread #readingcommunity #bookclub
I confess. I’m not a good listener. I started this one twice on audiobook and couldn’t pay attention. Is it just me or is the third time the charm? 😂 #bookstagram #whattheteacherreads #booklover #bookaddict #readingmakesyousmarter #audiobook
Got a gift card for Mother’s Day! Had to go use it today! I can’t wait to start Daughters of Shandong. I am very interested in this part of China’s history. Which one would you read first? #bookstagram #whattheteacherreads #booklover #bookaddict #readingmakesyousmarter #bookhaul #allbookedup #bookworm #obsessedwithbooks #readersofinstagram #historicalfiction
⭐️⭐️⭐️⭐️ I feel like this book did not get the attention it deserves. If you are looking for something to read, try it. It should be out in paperback soon if not already. It’s both a mystery and a family drama with twists and surprises. How far would you go to protect someone you love??? @angiekimask #bookstagram #whattheteacherreads #booklover #bookaddict #readingmakesyousmarter #happinessfalls #happinessfallsbook #reader #reading #booksbooksbooks #bookworm #suspence
Slightly chilly in the shade, but a good day for outdoor reading here in TN nonetheless. #readingmakesyousmarter #bookaddict #booklover #whattheteacherreads #bookstagram #outdoors #readingoutside #readingoutdoors #goasariver @shelleyread.author
⭐️⭐️⭐️⭐️⭐️ So, let me tell you about this book. It’s not for everyone. First, you probably need to have a decent curiosity about the USSR and second, an affinity for historical fiction. I have both, but I’m not gonna lie. I got bogged down around the 1/3 mark. But it got so much better and I loved the ending. It was perfect. Why is it a five star read for me? The writing is amazing! The author’s use of alliteration and personification had me hooked from the beginning. His prose is delightfully descriptive. (See what I did there?😂) It’s like listening to classical music—it’s simply beautiful! It’s a feast for your eyes! @amortowles Cheers to you and your gift of writing! Who has read it and what is your opinion? #readingmakesyousmarter #bookaddict #booklover #whattheteacherreads #bookstagram #readersofinstagram #bookclub #agentlemaninmoscow #historicalfiction #ussr #sovietunion #avidreader #booksbooksbooks #bookcommunity #bookrecommendations #readersofinstagram
Picked this cute little book up recently. Anyone read it? Opinions? @courtneywalsh #readingmakesyousmarter #bookaddict #booklover #whattheteacherreads #bookstagram
My favorite genre is……. I’m all over the place! Older bestsellers and a few classic, too! ! #fiction #historicalfiction #romance #contemporaryfiction #memoirs #classics #memoirs @colleenhoover @kristinhannahauthor @khosseini @philippagregorybooks @tjenkinsreid #bookstagram #readingcommunity #whattheteacherreads #booklover #booknerd #bookrecommendations #genre
Not my favorite @kristinhannahauthor read, but I enjoyed the story and couldn’t wait to pick it up. It made me want to do more reading about the Vietnam War era. I always feel that a book that can do that is a good one! @macys_reads have you read it yet? #bookstagram #kristinhannah #booklover #whattheteacherreads #readingcommunity #vietnam #historicalfiction #bookaddict #bookcommunity #readingmakesyousmart
It’s a rainy, stormy, gloomy day in #Nashville. Perfect for reading! @shelleyread.author #stormy #bookstagram #curlupwithagoodbook #whattheteacherreads #booklover #readingcommunity #goasariver #historicalfiction #goodbook #bookclub
⭐️⭐️⭐️/5 A very sad book with a happy ending. The story follows a young woman who is a death doula as she deciphers what she wants out of life based on the regrets of others. If you have lost a loved one and struggle with what to do with their things, this fictional story might actually help you let go and move on. IDK. Everyone is different. #deathdoula #dying #bookstagram #booklover #booktok #bookclub #readers #readersofinstagram #readingmakesyousmart #bookreview #thecollectedregretsofclover #whattheteacherreads
It’s been ages since I binge-read a book. This was a good one for this rainy weekend. And, it’s actually for adults— not YA! #whattheteacherreads #greekmythologybooks #circebymadelinemiller
Reading my Illumicrate version of The Jasad Heir by Sara Hashem. This will be my 47th book this year and my goal for 2023 is to read 50 books. I’m cautiously optimistic that I’ll reach my goal. I’ve just started this one but I’m really interested so far! I’m slowly working my way through my massive book pile at home and have a bunch of highly anticipated releases on the horizon. What are you currently reading? #whattheteacherreads #currentlyreading #teacherswhoread #teachersread #bookstagram #readmorebooks #teachersreadtoo
It’s time for another round of #whattheteacherreads - summer edition! Do any of your summer reading choices match Mr. Wascom, Chef Kayla, Ms. Fisher, or Mr. Getter? Let us know what is on your #summerbookstack. Reading Tip: The audio books for 📕Magic Treehouse📕 (Chef Kayla’s pick) are read by the author and make great road trip companions. #cdssummerreading #charlestondayschool #k8isgreat
Summer Reading Pacing Tip: We are about halfway though summer break (😮), so try to finish half of your summer reading soon. Mrs. Davis has a picture book recommendation that looks perfect for summer; it also incorporates practice with telling time. Mr. Newer has a survival recommendation, and Mme. Juillard suggests Rick Riordan fantasy adventure books. #whattheteacherreads #cdssummerreading #charlestondayschool #k8isgreat
More CDS “bookspiration” for you… Mrs. Cardwell can’t narrow down her #summerreading2023 ideas, so she has 4 recommendations for readers! Ms. Ladue has a stack that works well for middle school readers. Mrs. Baarcke recommends the chapter book, 📘Wonder📘, which is perfect since it is the summer book pick for rising 5th graders. What’s on your book stack right now? #whattheteacherreads #cdssummerreading #charlestondayschool #k8isgreat
Currently living in this book's magical world ✨📖 'The Under the Whispering Door' is a stunning tale of love, loss, and the afterlife. What are you reading or have you read lately that you loved? My TBR is so long but I'm always looking for new recommendations #whattheteacherreads #teacherreads #thisteacherreads #currentlyreading #alwaysreading #readerlife
My reading list: Cuba 🇨🇺 in my Pocket by Adrianna Cuevas, Educated 📚 by Tara Westover, A 👩🏻🏫 Teacher’s Guide to Standards-Based Learningby Heflebower and others, and I’ll See You Tomorrow by Seth Day and Heather Thompson-Day #whattheteacherreads What is on your nightstand? What are you reading now?
My reading list: Cuba 🇨🇺 in my Pocket by Adrianna Cuevas, Educated 📚 by Tara Westover, A 👩🏻🏫 Teacher’s Guide to Standards-Based Learningby Heflebower and others, and I’ll See You Tomorrow by Seth Day and Heather Thompson-Day #whattheteacherreads What is on your nightstand? What are you reading now?
Always making things.... I'm pretty excited about these pattern pages inside The Weaving Book... PS: The Weaving Book for Kids ( but also adults, because picture books are the best) Is now for sale and ready for you! #bookstagram #bookrecommendation #artteachersofinstagram #artteachersofig #classroomlibrary #readingrug #artandliteracy #arted #artteacher #whattheteacherreads #reading #childrensbooks #picturebook #childrensliterature #childrenslit #kidsbooks #weaving #paperweaving #textileart #textilesdesign
I've been working on a new project that is taking me back to my love of weaving and all things textiles. So excited to share it with you soon................................................................................................................................. #bookstagram #bookrecommendation #artteachersofinstagram #artteachersofig #classroomlibrary #readingrug #artandliteracy #arted #artteacher #whattheteacherreads #reading #childrensbooks #picturebook #childrensliterature #childrenslit #kidsbooks #weaving #paperweaving #textileart #textilesdesign
Hurricane Ian means a whole day to read a book. Hope everyone is hunkered down and safe! #hurricaneian2022 #lightsareon #trappedathometeacher #whattheteacherreads #bookpusher
Always making things.... I'm pretty excited about these pattern pages inside The Weaving Book... PS: The Weaving Book for Kids ( but also adults, because picture books are the best) Is now for sale and ready for you! #bookstagram #bookrecommendation #artteachersofinstagram #artteachersofig #classroomlibrary #readingrug #artandliteracy #arted #artteacher #whattheteacherreads #reading #childrensbooks #picturebook #childrensliterature #childrenslit #kidsbooks #weaving #paperweaving #textileart #textilesdesign
I almost always like seeing artists sketchbooks and planning pieces more than the finished result. The imperfection in planning pieces seems to show more of the person. You can see that they were making decisions, changing their mind, and trying new things. Orginal works for The Oddball + finished work................................................................... #bookstagram #bookrecommendation #artteachersofinstagram #artteachersofig #classroomlibrary #readingrug #artandliteracy #arted #artteacher #whattheteacherreads #reading #childrensbooks #picturebook #childrensliterature #childrenslit #kidsbooks #physicaleducation #physicaleducationteacher
I've been working on a new project that is taking me back to my love of weaving and all things textiles. So excited to share it with you soon................................................................................................................................. #bookstagram #bookrecommendation #artteachersofinstagram #artteachersofig #classroomlibrary #readingrug #artandliteracy #arted #artteacher #whattheteacherreads #reading #childrensbooks #picturebook #childrensliterature #childrenslit #kidsbooks #weaving #paperweaving #textileart #textilesdesign
Completing something a few times tends to instill a bit of confidence and belief. Before The Body Book, I had successfully published three children’s books. My confidence grew with each one. In addition to those completed books, I also have several drafts waiting for their turn in the spotlight. Trial and error had been replaced with a can-do attitude and some real-life knowledge. I never force myself to write, especially since writing is simply a fun hobby at this point. Book sales are not paying the bills. I do however try to keep an open mind to potential ideas for future stories. Usually, a new story develops over a series of weeks in which I jot notes, spend time daydreaming about the idea, and occasionally make a few halting and awkward attempts at writing a few lines. Mostly these early lines are ill-conceived and tossed in the bin, but getting the bad out helps to filter the good ideas through. “Getting the bad out helps to filter the good ideas through.” The Body Book did not follow this pattern at all. I was focused on promoting my third book, The Oddball, as well as attempting to develop a story around bicycles. As I walked down the hallway at school one day, I noticed a student completing a series of simple exercises in the hallway. We call this a sensory walk, and its basic premise is to help a student get the wiggles out and refocus for class. Lightning struck. The rest on the blog.... #bookstagram #bookrecommendation #artteachersofinstagram #artteachersofig #classroomlibrary #readingrug #artandliteracy #arted #artteacher #whattheteacherreads #reading #childrensbooks #picturebook #childrensliterature #childrenslit #kidsbooks #physicaleducation #physicaleducationteacher
I found this sweet little book when I was rearranging my classroom library. It’s a folktale set in ancient Japan and won the Newbery in 1931. #newberymedal #oldbooksarethebestbooks #bookpusher #whattheteacherreads #bookstagram
This week our kindergarten students are stating their long unit in color! I love introducing it with “Mix It Up,” by @hervetullet ! This is such a fun, playful book. Your kinders will love it! First grade is heading into a fall leaf project and “Fletcher and the Falling Leaves,” by Julia Rawlinson makes a great pairing! It’s just a such a sweet book and I love listening to the kids giggle as I read! What are you reading in the art room this week? @greenwillowbooks #bookstagram #bookrecommendation #artteachersofinstagram #artteachersofig #classroomlibrary #readingrug #artandliteracy #arted #artteacher #whattheteacherreads #reading #childrensbooks #picturebook #childrensliterature #childrenslit #kidsbooks
Last week’s summer reads I am so grateful for the time to read and equally as grateful for the Burnaby Public Library. #burnabypubliclibrary #cityofburnaby #summerreading #whattheteacherreads
The #summerstack is growing. I loved Insignificant Life of a Cactus by this author. It’s a book in verse, so it should be a quick read. Anyone read it yet? #whattheteacherreads #bookpusher #dustibowling #iteach6thgrade #bookstagram #iteachreading #bookstacksunday
My husband suggested the Skyward series to me and I couldn't put this book down. I stayed up at night to read "one more chapter." It was different from what I normally read, but I really enjoyed it! I needed something a little lighter after my last read (I'll be Gone in the Dark by Michelle McNamara, highly recommend it if you like true crime). This book is definitely geared towards teens so for all you middle school (advanced)/high school teachers this is a great one for you! #teachersread #teachersreadtoo #teachersreadya #teachersreading #whattheteacherreads #whattheteacherread #bookstagram #bookstack
I would recommend this teen romance for grades 9+, but I’m on the hunt for tame romances for middle grades. Suggestions? Thinking something like The Selection series. #bookpusher #yaliterature #middlegradefiction #bookstagram #whattheteacherreads #teenromancebooks
Awful weather today— rain not snow or ice, so I am still in bed binging a book. Since my students are reading Newbery books this month, I am too. #whenyoutrapatiger #newberyaward #bookpusher #whattheteacherreads #bookstagram #bookstacksunday #bingereader #iteach6th #kidliterature #favoritecoffeemug
This was a satisfying read. I totally binged this book yesterday. It’s not YA, but I think 9th grade+ would like it. It is like Groundhog’s Day meets Time Traveler’s Wife. #bookpusher #whattheteacherreads #themidnightlibrary #iteachtoo #teachersontheweekend #bookstacksaturday #bingereading
The writing isn’t very sophisticated in this book, and it’s pretty predictable, but if you love a survival story, it will keep you turning the pages. #bookpusher #yaliterature #kidliterature #iteachreading #iteach678 #middleschoolbooks #bookstagram #whattheteacherreads
When Stars Are Scattered Hassan and Omar live in a refugee camp. Hassan is non-verbal and Omar is his caretaker. Life in the camp is static until it isn't. Omar is offered the opportunity to go to school but what does that mean for Hassan. Told in a graphic format, this true story is aimed at children. The hardships are not censored but told in a manner for kids to understand. Heartbreaking and beautiful.
I thought this might be a good rec for my 6th graders since they study Ancient Rome and Greece this year, and we read Greek mythology. It’s an older book (1956), so the language feels dated in parts, but the perspective of a group of kids running around Rome makes the historical details totally relatable. I’d give it a 6/10 so far. #bookpusher #kidliterature #whattheteacherreads #bookstacksunday #iteach6th #bookstagram #historicalfictionbooks #mysterybooks
Had to wait three weeks for this book to arrive in my latest Scholastic book order. Any other classroom teachers having major delays with Scholastic deliveries? #shippingdelays #bookpusher #newbery2021 #whattheteacherreads #iteachlanguagearts #scholasticbooks #iteach6th #bookstacklove #bookboxishere #kidliterature
A student gave me this book as a read-alike for Island of the Blue Dolphins. If Karana had to live alone today, this might be what would happen. She even has a dog. #survivalbooks #whattheteacherreads #bookpusher #yaliterature #booksinverse #iteach6th #studentrecommendedbook
Action, survival, super powers… I’m about halfway through this one. My son read the whole series a few years ago, and I just got around to trying it too. #yaliterature #whattheteacherreads #bookpusher #pittacuslore #middleschoolbooks #bookstagram #iteach678 #yabookstagram
Currently reading… 📖 I’ve just finished Three Wishes by Liane Moriarty and I’m not ready to commit to a new novel yet, so I’m back to reading some of the short stories from @humansofny. I love how broad and diverse the stories that Brandon shares are, and I love how they give the opportunity to laugh, cry, reflect and wonder. P.S Any good book recommendations?! Preferably something light! P.P.S Should’ve seen Brodie’s face when I put these sheets on the bed. He tends to like a more monochrome look 🤣 {Image description: A book titled ‘Humans of New York: Stories’ by Brandon Stanton lays on a bed with bright orange, yellow and maroon floral bedding}
Read this book, remotely, (and wearing my Giants beanie of course 🧡), to get my kiddos thinking about Father’s Day and what they love about their dad (or someone special). A lovely book to enjoy together. 📕🏉 #teachersofinstagram #teachersfollowteachers #aussieteachers #whattheteacherreads #inmyclassroom #actuallyinmyhouse #fathersday
How many Newbery books have you read? I started adding Post-its to the ones I have read. My administrator added a few more Sticky notes, and now I’ll have the kids keep covering titles as we read this year. I want to black-out (orange-out?) the poster by the end of the year. #bookpusher #whattheteacherreads #kidliterature #newbery #readingteacherideas #iteach6th #igteacher #elateacher #bookstagram #bookstacklove
I rooted for the main character the whole time; I screamed at her mother the whole time. A really quick read written in verse. #bookpusher #whattheteacherreads #yaliterature #sixthgradelibrary #iteachreading #iteach678 #igteacher #readingteacher
Working on a new middle grade book this afternoon with my reading buddy. A sweet story about a family coming together in a crisis while on a road trip. Reminds me of Coyote Sunrise a little. #bookpusher #summerreading2021 #whattheteacherreads #bookstagram #yaliterature #thesomedaybirds #readingwithcats
Estrella wishes she was more like her grandmother, brave and willing to stand up for others. People in her town are disappearing never to be heard from again. When the round ups starts again she can no longer stand by silently as Mexican people are targeted. She thinks her citizenship will shield her but what she doesn't know is that the local government will not take kindly to her bravery. I had no idea about Mexican repratitiaton in the 1930's. The Great Depression affected everyone but white America decided to blame Mexicans for the lack of work. In a government sanctioned movement, people of Mexican heritage whether they be citizens or residents were rounded up, dropped off in Mexico and never heard from again. It's an aspect of my history that I was oblivious to. History repeats itself but ignorance doesn't have to.
Name a chapter book you read over and over. I have many, but Island of the Blue Dolphins is probably top 3. Still love it. #bookpusher #kidliterature #whattheteacherreads #newberymedal #booksthatmakeyoucry
I picked this book up in the library while my daughter was choosing books. I almost started crying. We all have monsters we carry. Some days they are big and some days they are small. Some days they are small enough to carry. A great book to talk to kids about worries and anxiety. A great book for adults to remember to cry and reach out for help because the monster won't always be big. Now that I'm home, I'm going to go have that cry.
I love it when a book inspires me to get more information about a place, person, or moment in history. I had to research Syria after finishing this middle grade book today. #whattheteacherreads #bookstagram #summerreading2021 #summerbookstack #readingteacher #bookpusher #iteach678
Jordan longs to attend art school where he can pour himself into his passion, drawing. However, his parents have a different idea and send him to a private school known for academic excellence and a lack of diversity. Jordan is one of the few students of color in the entire school where he must put up with the ignorance of his classmates and teachers alike while trying to figure out where he fits in. This graphic novel tackles the issues of racism and biases in a relatable fun approach. If books serve as windows and doors, this is one that should be on every kids reading list.
Onto the next one I’ve been so excited about! I always look forward to @marykayandrews newest summer read! I absolutely LOVE her and her style of writing just hooks me every single time! She’s been a long time fave of mine. Happy Monday, friends! 🧡💗🍊👙 #marykayandrews #stmartinspress #thenewcomer #beachreads #teachersofsummer #whattheteacherreads #ifyougiveateacherabook
I love when you read a book and figure out the reason for the title. Camino can't wait to see her dad. He visits once a year and his arrival is like a holiday for her and Tía. Yahaira isn't speaking to her dad when he leaves for his yearly business trip. When the plane he is on goes down, they are forced to face the secrets he left behind. Told in verse from both of the girls perspectives, it will have you hooked until the end. Novels in verse are hard for me because I have to force myself to slow down and read it as the author intended. I bet this would be a great novel in audiobook format.
My favourite time of the day is reading to my class! Sometimes they colour or draw, some like to just sit on a cushion, but they all just love to listen to a fabulous story! We just finished reading Fantastic Mr Fox, and we loved it - especially the Tightening Tension scenes! 🦊📚 #teachersofinstagram #teachersofinstagram #teacherlife #whattheteacherreads #inmyclassroom