“They turned old cardboard into things like bags and books and blocks, and I become a brand new, sturdy, handy… cardboard box!”

I think this book is a bit too short but it‘s still a cute representation of the recycling process. I think that kids do wonder what happens to the stuff they use after they‘re done with it and I think this story gives them a small answer to their questions.

This book is short but a great book to introduce kids to the importance of recycling. I‘m sure all kids have wondered what happens before they get boxes and after they‘re done with them. Although this book is told from the POV of a box it‘s still an important starting book for all kids.

“Neil's mind was launched ... into outer space!
In a single instant, his world expanded a hundred times, a thousand times, even more.”

This book is amazing because it provides an inspiring narrative for young readers and gets them to feel Tyson‘s passion for the stars. The author is engaging and the illustrations help to give an enjoyable starting glance and the life and work of Neil DeGrasse Tyson.

This book shows just a glimpse into the life of renowned astrophysicist, Neil DeGrasse Tyson. This book skillfully weaves together Tyson's personal journey with his passion for the cosmos. The art in this book brings readers in and I feel that it captures the wonder that Tyson felt at a young age. This book is also one that doesn‘t shy away from a more extensive vocabulary.

“You live on a planet named Earth. Eorth goes around the Sun, and the path it takes is called an orbit.”

The fact that this book is written by an author with a PhD makes this book even more amazing. This is because they studied these topics and you know for a fact that you‘re getting a slew of amazing facts and statistics presented in a way that‘s appropriate for children. I also like how the images in this book are simple but show exactly what‘s being discussed.

This book takes you through our universe and does a great job of discussing the different parts that make up that universe. The book does shy away from using the more scientific names for the different aspects. The book also uses the scientific names of the planets moons. The book also includes fun facts at the bottom of the page to try to put in perspective the things you‘re learning about.

“Because Paul Erdos was a genus-and he shared his brain. He helped people with their math problems and gave them more problems to do. Plus, he was a math matchmaker.
He introduced mathematicians all over the world to one another so they could work together”

I love how this book engages readers through the intricate storytelling and vivid illustrations. The author really makes this story an enjoyable and informative read for anyone curious about the life of a mathematical genius.

This book is a biography that dives into the extraordinary life of the renowned mathematician Paul Erdos. The book captures Erdos's passion for numbers and the unique way he approached math. This book does a great job of exploring his brilliant mind and his unconventional, nomadic lifestyle in the world of math.

“When I asked my mom, she said, "Yes. It was an all-white school, until the laws changed - when Brown v. Board of Education won their case in the Supreme Court."”

This book is so monumentally important because it helps black and white children see what happened in the past. Even though this is a very heavy subject, it‘s still important to have a classroom for children to discover for themselves. It‘s important, because a lot of children will never have been told these stories, or with some of the most important people went through.

This book is about the life of civil rights activist Ruby Bridges. This story is an autobiography about her being the first black child to go to an all white school. This is a heavy subject but this book is written in a way that I feel kids who aren‘t black will understand the struggle of what black people have gone through. Black children will also understand what it took for us to come this far who the important people in our history are.

“Every one of us is pretty marvellous (and just a little bit ridiculous) in our own particular way.”

This book is so cute! I love how it takes random animals and shows kids that even though they‘re “ridiculous” they bring a lot to the animal kingdom and show that we have so much more to learn about animals. I also appreciate the wording that they‘ve chosen to use. It‘s a bit on the harder side but it‘s introducing kids to more scientific terms that they‘ll need in the future.

This book does a good job of presenting animal facts in different ways. The book uses bright colors and fun pictures of animals to introduce kids to the vast animal kingdom. This book is able to show kids animals they may have never even heard of and starts to get them thinking about animal classification.

“Llama llama red pajama hollers loudly for his mama”

This story is really cute and something all kids can relate to. The rhyming flows so well that it almost sounds like a song that‘s being sung or a rap being rapped. This is another good book to introduce kids to rhymes and harder poetry.

This story is a heartwarming tale that many parents and children can relate to, emphasizing the reassurance that even when parents are momentarily away, they'll always come back. This poems rhyming and rhythm makes the story engaging and interesting for readers.

"Are you still grumpy?" "Yes," said Jim, "but I'll probably feel better soon enough, too. For now, I need to be grumpy." "It's a wonderful day to be grumpy," said Norman. Jim agreed.

This book is super cute and a great way for children to feel their emotions. The colors are vivid and captivating. By having so many animals the kids will be able to find one to connect with. I also like this story because it‘s subtle poetry that kids can follow along before moving onto the harder stuff.

This book is a book about emotions and it being okay to feel grumpy and all kinds of emotions. In the story Jim's friends try various ways to cheer him up, but Jim learns that it's okay to feel grumpy sometimes.

Shadows on the wall
Noises down the hall
Life doesn't frighten me at all

Bad dogs barking loud
Big ghosts in a cloud
Life doesn't frighten me at all

This poem is a celebration of bravery in the face of adversity. Maya Angelou is an amazing writer and her use of repetition helps readers connect and feel the poem. This poem can help children overcome their fears by understanding that nothing will scare them. It can help them face their fears in real life.

This poem shows resilience and courage. The poem empowers the reader to face life's challenges without fear. There‘s vivid imagery and repetition that creates an amazing sense of strength, making it clear that various aspects of life, such as shadows, loneliness, and even wild animals, are not something to be fearful of.

“Beware the Jabberwock, my son!
The jaws that bite, the claws that catch!
Beware the Jubjub bird, and shun
The frumious Bandersnatch!”

This story uses funny words that you just can‘t help but absolutely love it. This story is a great introduction of Alice in Wonderland to children. This poem is just as silly as the full story so it will pique kids interests and help them to explore worlds that are fantastical and have them use their imagination.

This poem is a nonsense poem that shows the fight of good over evil. This nonsense poem keeps the kids interested and shows them a different style of poem they may not be used to.

“I think my hair is falling out
My elbow's bent, my spine ain't straight
My temperature is 108
My brain is shrunk, I cannot hear
There's a hole inside my ear
I have a hangnail, and my heart is... what?”

“People observe the colors of a day only at its beginnings and ends, but to me, it's quite clear that a day merges through a multitude of shades and intonations, with each passing moment."

Zusak's unique narrative style and well-drawn characters make it a poignant exploration of love, loss, and resilience. The book has such an amazing emotional depth and thought-provoking themes that captivate young audiences.

This book is powerful and moving novel set in Nazi Germany. It's narrated by Death and follows the life of Liesel Meminger, a young girl living with foster parents. The story revolves around the impact of words, literature, and the human spirit during a tumultuous time.

“Turns out, it was a North Hill tradition started by Grandpop after a fourteen-year-old black boy named Emmett Till was killed for whistling at a white woman when Grandpop was younger.”

I believe this book would be appropriate and enjoyable for upper elementary students, Reynolds' vivid writing style and the Virginia setting make this book both enjoyable and thought-provoking, making it a great choice for young readers looking for a meaningful and entertaining story.

Genie and Ernie are two brother that must adjust to the environmental differences while they move with their grandparents into a rural area from Brooklyn,NY. "As Brave as You" by Jason Reynolds is a captivating read for its engaging characters, themes of coming of age and bravery, and the exploration of family secrets. It offers readers a relatable journey of self-discovery and growth, wrapped in a mystery that keeps them eagerly turning the pages

“When I woke up this morning, I found I'd turned into my mother."

I‘ve watched this movie before but never ready the book. I think that this book is perfect for young adults to try and understand where their parents are coming from when they make decisions. On the other side this story helps parents understand what their children may be going through during their teen years.

This book is a classic that explores the funny and insightful consequences of a mother and daughter swapping bodies. The story is witty, filled with relatable moments, and carries a heartwarming message about understanding each other's perspectives.

“Things bloom in graveyards. It‘s what they do. Things die and things bloom."

Neil Gaiman's enchanting writing style creates a really engaging tale that explores themes of identity, family, and the supernatural. This book is an imaginative exploration of a boy's life in a realm where the living and the dead coexist, leaving a lasting impact. Neil Gaiman know how to write a book that really pulls you in and makes it feels like you‘re in the story.

Nobody Owens, or Bod, is a boy who seeks refuge in a graveyard after his family is murdered. He gets raised by ghosts and guided by a mysterious guardian named Silas, Bod grows up between the worlds of the living and the dead.

“ Perhaps you are my sun,” the lord replied, perhaps you are hot. You must prove yourself. You must pass through the 4 chambers of ceremony— the Kiva of lions, the Kiva of serpents, the Kiva of the bees, and the Kiva of lightning.”

The boy was not afraid. “Father,” he said, “ I will endure these trials.”

Children can use this story understand how other cultures view the world. I love how traditional literature doesn‘t always come out and say what the moral of the story is instead, it takes you on a journey that helps you realize what it means to you.

I really like how this book really uses traditional Pueblo art to tell this traditional story. The journey this character goes on in the story is one that shows determination and the courage to prove yourself. I believe that this story can pique children‘s interest in learning about other cultures.

“Long ago, a new schoolteacher arrived in the small town of Sleepy Hollow. He was tall and thin, like a scarecrow, with a small head and a pointy nose. His name was Ichabod Crane.” I like this quote because in this version it shows Ichabod as a schoolteacher, but in various other versions, he‘s a detective or a doctor.

I like that Disney was able to take this story and change it. It just enough to wear kids can enjoy the classic story of Sleepy Hollow. I think this will also peak children‘s interest and could motivate them to read the real story. This could even foster a love of reading.