I know I‘m obviously like 25 years behind the curve. However, this is my first time reading beyond the 1st book of the HP series, or I should say listening to the HP series. Audiobooks are my new addiction and I‘m so happy I waited a few weeks so I could join the potter-heads! I have screamed and laughed out loud in my car and I look forward to my daily commute. 2 weeks until I wrap up the series with the Deathly Hallows- I cant wait!

Ada Twist is a curious child who wants to know how the world works. She asks questions upon questions, and leaves a mess in her wake. Her parents wish she would give it a break! But in the end they understand they have to feed her curiosity not crush it in their hands. An amazing rhyming picture book that will inspire anyone to ask questions like a scientist.

Jane Grey never really wanted anything more than to read every book she could, and if possible to be an Ethian, someone who can shift into animal form. But when she finds out her best friend, King Edward is dying her quiet life is irradiated. Told from a variety of perspectives, including the narrators breaking the 4th wall, my Lady Jane has mystery, romance, action and quick humor that everyone can laugh at. Listened to on Libby app.

As one of my first audio book experiences I have to say the Golden Compass did not disappoint! The voice actors were amazing, and I was captivated the whole 11 hours! The first chapter or two was a little confusing and dense, but I soon got sucked into Lyra‘s world of Jordan College and her adventure to the North! There were many twists and turns that had me holding my breath and it ended with a cliffhanger I can‘t ignore! Next- The Subtle Knife!

This picture book biography was such a page turner! With fun word bubbles for more details and awesome illustrations, this book was not just fun to look at but full of information! Brad Meltzer portrays Jackie not just as a spotless hero and ball player, but as a kid who didn‘t always have food, didn‘t always make good choices, and had to preserver through fear in order to make history. I will be keeping an eye out for more of these gems!

This book has always had a spot on the shelves at home but only after I reread it today did it‘s meaning really hit me. In only a few words and simple pictures Silverstein is able to convey a message about happiness and fulfillment on our journey of life. Worth reading if you haven‘t and worth revisiting as well

I got my “hands” on this books at a library sale for a dollar and fell in love with it. With amazing full page spreads and accurate information this book is a gem! It‘s perfect for kids who want to know about the great size of the animal kingdom.

Marlon Bundo is about to have a very special day- but it started out like any other with him waking up alone, eating alone, and watching tv all alone. But when he went into the garden he met a very beautiful bunny named Wesley- that all changed. The two bunnies face adversity at the legs of the Stinkbug, but with the helps of their friends they realize that different is good and that they can decide who is in charge by voting!

This is one of the coolest books I own. Not only does it have amazing information about our solar system but also about the history and future of exploring it! The augmented reality is amazing and interactive- I spent a good hour gasping at the results! I can see using this during a space unit and showing students a few pages a day or using it in a center! I‘m so excited to use this in my classroom one day!

In the first installment of the Chronicles of Narnia- Digory and Polly believe themselves to be adventurers crawling between the space of their homes until they stumble upon Digory‘s Uncle Andrew and his attempt at magic. Unwillingly sucked into his experiment the children set off into another world and unknowingly bring a powerful queen back to life! In an attempt to return the queen to her world they stumble upon the birth of a new world- Narnia

In the middle of the night the Graves Family moves into a creaky old house in Union City. Filled with spiders, Venus Fly traps, and potions that sprout hair on anything- the Graves Family home is definitely different! As the family tries to be accepted by the community many mishaps occur including blue goo, dead plants, and men acting like cats! Very fun read with a great message.

Today I went to the Orange County Library Book Sale in Downtown Orlando and in the Alafaya branch library. I found 20 children‘s hard backs, 11 paper backs, and 2 DVDs for $20! Great way to build the class room library and your own!

Turtle in Paradise is a historical fiction about a girl named Turtle who is sent to live with the Aunt and cousins she‘s never met before in Key West. This strong girl has many adventures as she waits for her mom and her boyfriend to come for her including hanging out with the Diaper Gang, dodging scorpions, fishing for sponges, and even looking for pirates treasure! This book is great for any classroom & for a quick read by the pool this summer!

This was the first Nancy drew book I have read and I was pulled in! There were many moving parts in this book, so It was like solving 3 mysteries in one. I was constantly wondering what was going to happen next and how everything connected. Very fun read!

I loved this graphic novel! It was one of the first of us kind I read and it did not disappoint! Cece Bell takes you on an exciting coming of age story loosely based on her child hood experiences. The coming of age story shows all of the insecurities that come with growing up and figuring out who you are. If that wasn't hard enough Cece must navigate it all with her Phonic ear, but it's not all bad because when she wears it she is El Deafo!

I just read this for the first time and was blown away! Kate DiCamillo built a world of magic centered around a wisp of a mouse who has no business being a hero. She narrates the story from a place of honesty- showing the reader that each character has a story that affects their choices. I didn't want to put it down and would recommend for any classroom!

Written by Bill Martin Jr. and illustrated by Eric Carle this F book is perfect for a CR with students. With a note about endangered species at the beginning this story focuses on and illustrates 10 endangered animals. I would utilize EL strategy 18 and have students do motions and movements like the animals on each page as well as UDL strategy 9.1 to promote the belief that each student can help endangered animals through the decisions they make.

Written and illustrated by Evaline Ness, Sam, Bangs, &Moonshine is a Caldecott award winning story about a young girl named Sam who had a bad habit of telling tall tales. When she sends her friend on a search for a kangaroo and a mermaid before a storm rolls in, she begins to realize the difference between real and moonshine. This RF is perfect for RA and is sure to keep students attention through the emotional story and realistic illustrations.

This Caldecott Honor and ALA Notable Book by Vera B Williams tells the story of a girl and her family who save coins in a jar to buy the best chair ever. With strong themes of resilience, community, and family this book is perfect for any classroom. This RF would best be used as a GR. http://www.cpalms.org/Public/PreviewResourceLesson/Preview/62637 this goes to a lesson plan on CPALMs which includes a section on guided reading! #ucflaw3414f17

The Tale of Peter Rabbit: A Story Board Book is a wonderful TL based on Beatrix Potters original story and perfect for S! Little Peter Rabbit though warned by his mother goes into Mr McGregor's garden and ends up running for his life! Filled with suspense and unfortunate events, this book is perfect for capturing the attention of any class. https://m.youtube.com/watch?v=vYVJA_waEkM this is a very well done read aloud of the story with commentary.

The Emperor's New Clothes is a TL by Hans Christian Anderson and retold by Ruth Belov Gross is perfect for a RT in classrooms. In a kingdom with an emperor who loved new clothes come two swindlers who say they can make the finest cloth- so beautiful that some people cannot even see it! When told that only stupid people and people that are not good at their jobs cannot see it, everyone in the kingdom falls into the swindlers lie!

This Classic by Chris Van Allsburg is a Caldecott winning MF perfect for any classroom. It tells the story of a boy who is whisked away on Christmas Eve on a train called the Polar Express to the North Pole. With vivid descriptions and wording this book transports the reader into the scenes, you can practically smell the hot chocolate! This book is perfect for any classroom RA and perfect for the holidays. #ucflae3414f17

This RF by David Adler is perfect for a IR for children transitions from picture books to chapter books. Cam and Eric are out looking for school supplies after their first day at school when a man finds his shopping bag missing! As more shoppers find their shopping bags taken Cam and Eric investigate to find the thief. http://www.penguin.com/static/images/yr/pdf/tl-guide-cam-jansen-myseries.pdf this is a resource to use with any Cam Jansen book.

The One and Only Ivan is a Newbery Award winning animal fantasy by Kathrine Applegate. It's about Ivan a silverback gorilla who was raised in the human world. He lives in the Big Top Mall as an attraction, and has accepted the state of his lonely life. That is until Ruby, a baby elephant, comes to the Big Top Mall. This book takes you on an adventure full of friendship, determination, creativity, and heartbreak and is perfect for any classroom.

A NF National Geographic by Kathleen Zoehfeld tells us all about rocks and minerals and how they are related and form. With vivid pictures, definitions and pronunciations of new words, and even a quiz at the back this book would be a great choice for IR. https://educators.brainpop.com/lesson-plan/rocks-and-minerals-activities-for-kid... this has different classroom activities to get students engaged in finding and classifying rocks. #ucflae3414f17

Two Bobbies a NF by Kirby Larson and Mary Nethery and illustrated by Jean Cassels is one of NCSS Notable Social Studies Trade Books for Young People Books that can best be used as a RA. About two unlikely friends surviving after the devastation of Hurricane Katrina, this book is filled with ups and downs and a surprising twist at the end! http://www.twobobbies.com this goes to the Two Bobbies website, where you can watch the book trailer!

Zathura wirtten and illustrated by Chris Van Allsburg is a wonderful SF that follows brothers Danny and Walter as they go on an adventure through space after finding the game. Met with robots, Zorgons, and alternate gravity the brothers have to learn to get along and work together to get home. With vivid illustrations and compelling dialogue this would be perfect for a PR. #ucflae3414f17

Henry P. Baloney has been late to school one too many times and his teacher, Miss Bugscuffle, has had enough! With the threat of life long detention, Henry tells Miss Bugscuffle exactly why he's late, in his alien language (which turns out to be a lot of words from other countries)! Written by Jon Scieszka and illustrated by Lane Smith this SF book is an amazing choice for a RA to use to illustrate context clues! #ucflae3414f17

NF book Extreme Earth Records by Seymour Simon jumps off the pages with its amazing pictures of daring places and dangerous events. The content is even more alluring! Answering questions I didn't know I had, and written in a way that anyone and everyone can understand and enjoy! Extreme Earth records is one of over 60 books by Seymour Simon selected as a NSTA Outstanding Science Trade Book! Best utilized as an AS I would use UDL strategy 7.1 to

Jack and the Beanstalk is a TL adapted by Jane Jerrard and illustrated by Susan Spellman. A classic story featuring Jack, a poor boy, who goes out to sell his cow and instead trades her for 5 magic beans. When his mother discovers what he has done she throws the beans out the window- and they grow into a giant beanstalk! He climbs it and finds giants! This book is perfect for RT utilizing UDL strategy 1.2 to provide alternative auditory info.

The Girl Who Drank the Moon is a MF Newbery Award Winner by Kelly Barnhill. Kelly tells a story rich in magic and mystery about an enmagicked girl, the Bog, a witch, a mad woman, and a Perfectly Tiny Dragon. With multidimensional characters and a plot that keeps you guessing- this book is a must read! Best used as a LC, I would use ESOL strategy 1 to teach questioning for clarification and UDL 3.3 to guide the student through the text.

Rover is a dog who wishes he could romp and play with someone, but when it starts to rain Rover gets more company than he could ever want! With repetitive rhyming content this Theodor Suess Geisel Honor award winning F book is great for emergent readers. In the classroom I would utilize EL strategy 14 and UDL strategy 3.2 and use this as a DR.

In this P book by Ludwig Bemelmans we are introduced to the feisty Madeline. She may be the smallest of the girls in two straight lines, but she's not scared of tigers or mice and she loves snow and ice! Bet used as a RA this rhythmic picture book is fun for young readers and beyond! https://www.teachingbooks.net/tb.cgi?a=1&tid=4263 this website has links to things like lesson plans and to Madeline's very own website! I would use EL strategy 10

Danny Crane is an 11 year old living in New York City with his mom in 1941. After his best friend falls from a fire escape after their latest round of mischief- Danny and his mom move to Hawaii to get away from the dangers of NY. Little did they know they would be living through one of the biggest tragedies America has ever seen. This HF is hair-raising look at the Attack at Pearl Harbor in the perspective of a boy discovering who he wants to be.

Bobbi Gibb loves to run and when she sees the Boston Marathon runners for the first time she knows she has to be a part of it. This book with vivid watercolors that accompany narration and couplets is a great way to get students into biographies. Best used as a DR, this B about perseverance through adversity is a great addition to any classroom. I would use UDL strategy 2.2 to clarify couplets and narration and EL 4 to link prior knowledge

Family and basketball are the most important things to 12 year old basketball star Josh Bell. Josh's world is being shaken in more ways than one in this Newbery and Coretta Scott King award winning RF by Kwame Alexander. Kwame Alexander uses verse that jumps off the page and gives personality to Josh as he decides what is important and how to keep his life together in this moving coming of age story.