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- Continents and Maps - Edited by E.D. Hirsch, Jr.
A big picture book that is perfect for shared reading infront of the whole classroom.
This book shows the 7 continents of the world and how they are all placed together on the world map.
- The Raft - By Jim LaMarche
Nicky is dropped off at his grandmother's
place located in the middle of nowhere alongside a river. Nicky is uncomfortable at the thought of living
with his grandma and getting used to her ideas of fun. However, over the course of his stay, grandma's ideas of fun
turn out to be an adventure. Nicky is turned into a humble participant of nature sailing down the river
in a raft and observing its wonders.
- The Mountain that Loved a Bird - By Alice McLerran
Old Mountain is a strong mountain that sits in the dessert alone. One day a bird named Joy crosses
the desert and sits on Old Mountain and entertains him for awhile. Old Mountain wants Joy to return but she cannot stay
with him because he has no food and water. Joy makes a promise to Old Mountain, and over time Old Mountain becomes suitable for
Joy to stay.
- Mammoths on the Move - By Lisa Wheeler
Experience the trek of a herd of mammoths during the Ice Age as they cross dangers to reach a place
where they can find food. This book is designed for a shared reading environment as children view the colorful
pictures, read the bold words altogether, and hope the mammoths have a safe journey.
- Five Little Monkeys with Nothing to Do - By Eileen Christelow
The best way to end boredom is to do something.
As five monkey children get bored their mom sends them on a list of chores that end up becoming enjoyable and rewardable.
The book has comical illustrations that help young readers keep track and interest in the story.
- The Light of Christmas - By Richard Paul Evans
In the snow covered mountains lies the town of Noel. This town has a Christmas tradition of lighting
a torch next to the town Christmas tree. The Keeper of the Flame is the only person bestowed with the honor of lighting
the torch. A young boy, Alexander, will be given the priveledge to be the Keeper of the Flame due to not giving much,
but by giving well.
- Dr. Ponpo's Nose - By Saxton Freymann
A short story about lively pumpkins who use their various imaginations to find the purpose in a misplaced
pumpkin stem.
- Spread Your Wings and Fly: An Origami Fold-and-Tell Story - By Mary Chloe Schoolcraft Saunders
Starting from a flat sheet of origami paper each folded shape will become what the imagination sees.
Following the steps will lead to the creation of the origami crane, a very popular design to the Japanese.
- The Story of the Kind Wolf - By Peter Nickl
This story shows the importance of keystone creatures such as the wolf and the roll they play in keeping
order within their environment. Stereotypes lead to misconceptions about the character of the wolf, and this book teaches
us not to make final judgements about things we don't know.
- The Big Orange Splot - By Daniel Manus Pinkwater
An accidental event of paint being spilt on Mr. Plumbean's house leads to an adventure of discovery
in being different and following your dreams.
- Officer Buckle and Gloria - By Peggy Rathmann
Some tasks can only be accomplished in teams. Officer Buckle provides the materials and Gloria
delivers the theatrics. Both must work together to deliver their effective message of safety to the town of Napville.
The Searcher and Old Tree live together in the wilderness. When the Searcher leaves
to go find food, Old Tree will always be there to welcome him back. As terrible things come to harm the Searcher, Old
Tree will use its strength to protect the Searcher from any harm. The Searcher finds that Old Tree is more than a home,
it is a friend.
- Three Pebbles and a Song - By Eileen Spinelli
Moses is a mouse sent out by his family to gather provisions for winter. As the rest of
the family brings back important items for winter Moses brings back nothing. Or did he? Instead Moses brings to
the family something different, enjoyment and good times for the family.
- Bird-Bonkers Stanley - By Griff
Stanley is a curious boy who wants to find a way to fly out of the cold weather to somewhere warm.
He takes an interest in birds and goes through the different types of birds that could possibly fly him to warmer weather.
Stanley settles on the idea of taking a plane to fly and brining along his pigeon friend Gordon.
- The Adventures of Connie and Diego - By Maria Garcia
This book is a bilingual book written in English and Spanish. Connie and Diego are
born different and they start to feel like outcasts when their own family won't stop laughing at them. Connie and Diego
run away in hope of finding acceptance amongst the animals. The lion offers them a chance to see things differently
and for the first time Connie and Diego realize they are human. With a new found belief in themselves they make
their way back home.
- Cloud with a Chance of Meatballs - By Judi Barrett
The town of Chewandswallow is subject to a strange phenomena of food raning down from their sky.
This is of course a great beneift for the town because they don't have to worry about going hungry. However, too much
of a good thing can turn bad as a storm of food begins to rain down on the town. Everything is best if it
is done in moderation, for both food and the weather.
- Rumpelstiltskin's Daughter - By Diane Stanley
The fairy tale of Rumpelstiltskin
usually ends with the miller's daughter being rescued and escaping from the King's Castle. The story is
extended to Rumpelstiltskin marrying Maredith (the miller's daughter) and having a daughter of their own
named Hope. Hope is later captured by the King like her mother and forced to make gold. Hope is a smart
person and thinks out a plan to coerce the King into sharing his wealth with the people. Hope brings hope to the
kingdom.
- The Princess and the Moon - By Daisaku Ikeda
Sophie is a girl on her way of developing bad characteristics. The moon takes notice
of Sophie's bad behavior and sends the Moon Rabbit to escort her to the land of the moon. As Sophie interacts with
the people of the moon and is guided by the Moon Rabbit, Sophie learns how to become a princess by transforming her character
into a good one.
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