Friday, March 13, 2015

Blog Book Reviews

I have thoroughly enjoyed reading every book that was assigned this semester. Each one peaked my interests and made me excited to share with my students in my classroom. I cannot wait to read more great books like these. See the link below for my Blog Book Reviews on all of the books I got to read this semester!

Book Blog Review

Textbook Assignment 6: Book Comparisons

Both Love That Dog and Wonderstruck are beautiful examples of children's literature. They keep readers entertained and wanting to read more by each of these authors. Click the link below to view my Textbook Assignment #6 and to see other great reads by these authors.

Thursday, March 12, 2015

Textbook Assignment 5: Fantasy

Fantasy takes readers to worlds and events that can only be created in someone's imagination. This genre encourages readers to expand their imagination and create fantasy worlds of their own. Click the link below to view my Textbook Assignment #5.

Textbook Assignment #5

Textbook Assignment 4: Historical Fiction

Historical fiction books are so interesting to read and one of my favorite genres of books to teach to my students. They, as well as I, are truly interested and impacted by way life used to be lived. Please click the link below to view my Textbook Assignment # 4.

Textbook Assignment #4

Monday, February 23, 2015

Textbook Assignment 3: Contemporary Realistic Fiction

Wow! What amazing novels were in this assignment. In every book, I was genuinely invested in the characters and stories. Every story was such a roller coaster of emotions and overcoming the odds; I didn't want them to end! Click the link below for my Textbook Assignment #3.

Textbook Assignment #3

Monday, February 2, 2015

Textbook Assignment 2: Informational Books

I love reading informational books because there are always facts that are either new and surprising or genuinely interesting. The book for this assignment did not disappoint! I am excited to introduce my 3rd graders to my most recent discoveries from these books. Click the link below to view the Prezi for my Textbook Assignment #2.

Textbook Assignment #2

Friday, January 23, 2015

Textbook Assignment 1: Picture Books

Many of these books were new to me along with some classics from my childhood.  As a third grade teacher, I use all types of picture books for reading lessons. I enjoyed evaluating the the visual elements of art as well as the evaluative criteria. Click the link below to view the Padlet for my Textbook Assignment #1.

Textbook Assignment #1