One of my favorite books that I read as a teacher to my fifth grade students was Maniac Magee by Jerry Spinelli. I am excited to have come across his new book published last year, The Warden’s Daughter. This is a historical fiction novel that tells the story of Cammie O’Reilly – a twelve-almost thirteen year old girl who lives in an apartment above the cell blocks of the Hancock County Prison. She interacts every day with the prisoners that live there and she has authority – they listen to her because she is the Warden’s daughter. The one thing she doesn’t have is a mother.
Way of the Warrior Kid – A Highly Recommended Read!
One of my top summer recommendations right now is this book - Way of the Warrior Kid: From Wimpy to Warrior the Navy Seal Way by Jocko Willink. It currently has 5 out of 5 stars on Amazon with over 590 customer reviews. I get asked many times about book recommendations for boys that may be reluctant and in 3rd, 4th, and 5th grades. This book is a ROCK STAR recommendation.
Banned Books that may be on your Summer Reading List, part one
As we were checking out books in the library we found this book - Silenced in the Library: Banned Books in America - that caught our attention. The following books series have been challenged or banned in schools and/or libraries in America's history.
Summer Reading Scavenger Hunt Challenge
You are now able to purchase a copy of the Summer Reading Scavenger Hunt Challenge on Amazon. This journal guides students in meeting their summer goals by challenging them to read books that meet certain criteria. Challenge One - Read a book that was published the year you were born. The journal also provides a … Continue reading Summer Reading Scavenger Hunt Challenge
Teaching 4 Impact 