Readers get to explore the many amazing things animals can do with their ears, eyes, mouths, feet, and tails in this NF story. This story is a great interactive book that encourages predicting. It has won a Caldecott award. This would even be a great RA before a science lesson.

This RF story won a Coretta Scott King and Jane Addams peace award. Chloe and her friends won‘t hang out with Maya. Eventually, Maya stops coming to school. Chloe‘s teacher gives her a lesson about small acts of kindness. Chloe is now disappointed in herself for the lost opportunity of a friendship. This book has a powerful anti-bully message. It is a very beneficial book that can be added to any classroom. Great for a RA.

This RF story is a great RA for the beginning of a school year. David has high energy which gets him into some trouble. It‘s a great way to teach students the right and wrong ways to behave at school. UDL 9.1 can be used to promote exceptions for motivation. EL 19 can be used after teaching students classroom routines.

This SF New York Times best seller is a great story for RA. With a partial biography on astronaut Mark Kelly who flew on the space shuttle Endeavor. In this story Mark flies with a small mouse that wants nothing more than to travel to outer space. This charming story teaches courage and perseverance. Would be a great RA for any classroom.

This book is a amazing wordless adaptation of the TL fable. An unlikely pair learn that no act of kindness is ever wasted. This retelling really brings to life the story. The images speak volumes winning this book a Caldecott award. https://teacherthinktank.files.wordpress.com/2010/01/lion-and-mouselp3.doc this like is a wonderful lesson on making inferences.

This is a RF Caldecott awarding winning story. It shows the many perspectives others have on this one cat. It encourages observation and curiosity amongst students. The message of not everyone seeing the world the same is a great one to implement in any classroom. The rhythm in this story provides a great opportunity for a CR SR or PR.

A newbery award winning fantasy novel about an unusual boy. Bod is the only living resident in the graveyard. He was raised by ghosts, werewolves, and other cemetery citizens. He learns about his limitations and strengths and acquires the skills needed to survive. The story has a mysterious vibe that I can see older students enjoying. This novel also includes pictures along the way which helps bring this book to life.

Pete the cat goes walking down the street wearing brand new shoes. Along the way his shoes begin to change colors as he steps through strawberries, blueberries, and other messes. No matter what Pete keeps walking along and singing his song. This fictional story can be used for multiple class lesson and activities RA S CR.

This is a hilarious frictional story that won a Geisel award. Elephant and Piggie come to the realization they are in a book were they begin to question their existence. Eventually discovering they have the power of telling the reader what to say. It‘s a story children will really enjoy reading and playing along with. Can be use for an RA or GR.

This is a NF book about 13 American Women who changed the word. This story shows students that no matter the obstacle that may be in their paths, they shouldn‘t give up their dreams. The message in this story is important. The book is a excellent addition to a class library and can be used for an RA.

Wonder is such an inspiring story of a boy named Auggie. This 10 year old boy who was born with a facial deformity has made life difficult for him. This book takes you through his journey from homeschooling to entering a middle school classroom. A must read for children with a wonderful message to be kind. This RF book is a New York Times best seller.

Hans Christian Andersen‘s Caldecott book The Ugly Duckling is a wonderful story for RAs. This book is about a journey of a awkward little bird, who marches bravely through rough times. It is a TL classic and a must have for the classroom. This animated version of the story: http://youtu.be/TyrmcD8Yml0 is a great resource for younger students and ELs. UDL 1.3 EL 29 can be used with this resource to provide a visual representation of the story.

This newbery awarding wining SF novel by Lois Lowry is an upper elementary or middle school must have. The story follows a boy name Jonas set in a society which appears to be perfect. However it is shortly revealed to be a dystopian world. This book would be a great for a LC or IR. https://www.scholastic.com/teachers/lesson-plans/teaching-content/giver-lesson-p... is a great resource when using this story to examine plot.

This B book shares a wonderful story of Malala Yousafzal‘s life growing up in a war torn world. The book won a Nobel Peace Prize and was a New York Times best seller. This story of hope would be great for a AS or RA. UDL 3.1 can be used with this story to supply background knowledge on Malala‘s life and war.

This is a great poetry book with multiple poems inside. This New York Times best seller by Shel Silverstein is a great addition to any class library. This book can be used for either RA or IR. UDL 3.2 pairs well with this book to highlight patterns. EL 38 or assigning short readings which this books offers plenty of options. The links https://youtu.be/EOwJNJL88f4 is a read aloud of the poems. #UCFLAE3414F17

Out of my mind is a New York Times best seller. This RF novel portrays a wonderful message of acceptance. It can used in the classroom for LC, RA, or IR. UDL 8.3 fosters collaboration and community which can be used with this book. As well as EL 10 to think pair and share about the feelings the book may bring. This link is to a lesson plan on persuasive writing: https://www.scholastic.com/teachers/blog-posts/kriscia-cabral/teaching-out-my-mi...

This is a NF picture book about the different shades and colors of green. This book is great to use with shared reading. It satisfies UDL 2.1 and EL 5 by building vocabulary that is associate with the various colors of green that are throughout the book. This book won a Caldecott award.
The link will bring you to a website with 4 different lesson plans to use with this book.
https://www.teachingbooks.net/tb.cgi?a=1&tid=29021
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A wordless picture book that takes you through a journey of a lonely girl who draws herself a door to escape into a world of wonder and adventure. This modern fantasy Caldecott award wining book is the first in a trilogy of stories by Aaron Becker. This book would be a great for an AS. This book offers students visual information implementing UDL 1.3 and EL 17. #UCFLAE3414F17 https://www.tes.com/lessons/ic5Fl0gvEQipbA/journey-by-aaron-becker

This is a historical fiction story of Henry who mails himself to freedom. This book won a Jane Addams peace award and a Correta Scott king award. This dramatic story can be used with UDL 3.1 to supply background knowledge to students about the Underground Railroad and slavery. #UCFLAE3414F17 https://www.scholastic.com/teachers/lesson-plans/teaching-content/henrys-freedom...

This cute fiction picture book by Giles Andreae and illustrated by Guy Parker Rees is a great addition to any elementary class room library. It is a great book to use for a growth mindset lesson. It teaches children the power of the word "yet". It can be used with the standards UDL 8.3 and ESOL 3. #UCFLAE3414F17 https://www.scholastic.com/teachers/lesson-plans/teaching-content/giraffes-cant-...