“A little chipmunk puts a hickory nut in her mouth and scurries through the leaves. “
“A little chipmunk puts a hickory nut in her mouth and scurries through the leaves. “
The book features vibrant, colorful illustrations that are sure to capture students' attention and draw them deeper into the story. The vivid artwork beautifully complements the narrative, making the outdoor adventure more engaging and helping young readers connect with the characters' exploration of nature.
pickHiking Day by Ann Rockwell was published in 2018. This charming story follows a girl and her family as they hike up Hickory Hill, discovering different trees, animals, and plants. The book is perfect for introducing students to the wonders of nature and encouraging curiosity about the wilderness. Its simple yet engaging storyline makes it an excellent resource for lessons on ecosystems, wildlife, and the beauty of outdoor exploration.
“A little chipmunk puts a hickory nut in her mouth and scurries through the leaves.“
This book has very colorful illustrations! I think the illustrations could draw students into the story more.
pickThis story is about a girl and her family hiking up Hickory Hill. You go with them throughout their journey up the hill. They find different types of trees, animals, and plants. This would be a good book to introduce when talking about the different things we can find in the wilderness.
pickThis isn't my favorite of Kjelgaard's book, but it's still an enjoyable read. 12-year-old Bud is “farmed out“ from the orphanage to an older couple on a farm. But it turns out that they're just lonely now that all their kids have moved on and while they do need help around the farm, they're mostly just wanting to help a kid who needs it. Bud is wary at first, but gradually comes to love the couple and their home. His first week there, he comes ⬇
This week I‘m choosing the Hometown Hunters series. These are short middle grade novels, each set in a fairly rural area with a focus on a hunting story. This also frequently means some outdoor adventure. They‘ve been great for some of my more reluctant readers who struggle to connect with many popular novels. I‘ve read some of this series and also have a fishing series by the same author.
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I am posting one book per day from my extensive, and ever growing, TBR shelves. Some are new and some I've had so long I don't remember why I bought them.
Day 8
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