Bookworm Buzz

It was a great week for picture book biographies, the phenomenal Patricia Polaco, poetry and some silly reads too!  Enjoy. :)
Holes in the Sky by Patricia Polacco
My rating: 5 of 5 stars

Absolutely amazing! Friendship, love, loss, and all good things. Mrs. Richards is going to have to get this one for the book room!


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How to Build a Hug: Temple Grandin and Her Amazing Squeeze Machine by Amy Guglielmo

My rating: 5 of 5 stars

Loved it. Can't wait to share with students.

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Mae Among the Stars by Roda Ahmed

My rating: 5 of 5 stars

Absolutely loved it!!! Great example of perseverance and will be inspiring to many!

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Frida Kahlo and Her Animalitos by Monica Brown

My rating: 4 of 5 stars

I really loved how this story examines Frida Kahlo and her animals throughout her life. Students will enjoy Frida's life story and animal lovers will find a new reason to be inspired to paint their furry friends!

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Turning Pages: My Life Story by Sonia Sotomayor

My rating: 4 of 5 stars

I really enjoyed it! Great to use with students to talk about the power of books and a love of reading.

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Schomburg: The Man Who Built a Library by Carole Boston Weatherford

My rating: 4 of 5 stars

An important read for all. High School and Middle School friends will find even more avenues to pursue while reading this book about Arturo Schomburg. Loved the illustrations!!!

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Hey, Wall: A Story of Art and Community by Susan Verde

My rating: 5 of 5 stars

Inspirational, great for building community. Student-artits will love this one!

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Someone Farted by Bruce Eric Kaplan

My rating: 3 of 5 stars

Enjoyed the beginning, characters that students can relate to, surprised with the ending.

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Yellow Kayak by Nina Laden
My rating: 4 of 5 stars

Poetry, great illustrations.

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