Pete the Cat: Too Cool for School is an entertaining animal fantasy book written and illustrated by Kimberley and James Dean. Pete tries on clothing that everyone thinks he should wear to look cool, but he figures out that he's cool by just being himself. I'm excited to do my storytelling with this book! #UCFLAE3414sp17 Find out more at http://www.icanread.com/9780062110756/pete-the-cat-too-cool-for-school/

And Here's to You! Is a realistic fiction picture book written by David Elliot and illustrated by Randy Cecil. The main character loves all things, such as animals, people, and you! The eye-catching visuals are sure to engage a reader of any age. #UCFLAE3414sp17 Learn more at http://www.penguinrandomhouse.com/books/45957/and-heres-to-you-by-david-elliott-...

To root, to toot, to parachute What is a verb? Is an expository nonfiction book written by Brian P. Cleary and illustrated by Jenya Promitsky. This book teaches about verbs and examples of them. This lesson would be great to start the topic of parts of speech and tie into language arts. A teacher could use this book with this lesson on cpalms, http://www.cpalms.org/Public/PreviewResourceLesson/Preview/44297
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There was an Old Lady Who Swallowed Some Books is traditional literature/folklore written by Lucille Colandro and illustrated by Jared Lee. This story is about an old lady who swallows some books, a pen, a pencil case, a ruler, a folder, some chalk, and a bag! Everything a student would need for school! Get some advice on how to use it in your classroom here http://sharingkindergarten.com/there-was-old-lady-who-swallowed-some/ #UCFLAE3414sp17

Fish is Fish is a fable written and illustrated by Leo Lionni about a fish and a tadpole who become inseparable. The tadpole grows into a frog and gets to share his experiences about the world. The fish cannot imagine what "people" are because he's never seen them before. He gets into danger trying to find out and realizes it's okay to be different. Check out an RWT at http://www.readwritethink.org/files/resources/30629_script.pdf #UCFLAE3414sp17

I really enjoyed the story Pete the Cat I Love my White Shoes written by Eric Litwin and illustrated by James Dean. This is an animal fantasy picture book about Pete the Cat who loves his white shoes! Although his shoes get dirty when he steps in different piles, he continues to love them. Find out more at https://www.ericlitwin.com #UCFLAE3414sp17

Skippyjon Jones in Mummy Trouble is a animal fantasy picture book written and illustrated by Judy Schachner. This story is about a Siamese Cat that goes on an adventure with his siblings into ancient Egypt. I like how she incorporates Spanish words into the story. To learn more visit http://www.skippyjonjones.com/book_mummytrouble.php #UCFLAE3414sp17

The realistic fiction book Wonder is written by R.J. Palacio. It is an inspiring and heart-wrenching story about a young boy with deformities. The reader experiences the daily struggles of Auggie Pullman and how he survives his first year in a real school. Visit the author's website at http://rjpalacio.com/book.html #UCFLAE3414sp17

Ella Enchanted is a Newberry award winning book and a major motion picture starring Anne Hathaway (would recommend). It is traditional literature and a fairy tale about a young Ella of Frell who gets cursed with the gift of obedience. She journeys on a quest to break this curse and find freedom! Find out more at http://gailcarsonlevine.com/ella.html #UCFLAE3414sp17

Madeline is one of my favorite children's fictional picture books. The Author and Illustrator, Ludwig Bemelmans, uses rhyme to tell a story about a young girl out of 12 who lives in Paris and follows daily routines. Madeline is a bit of a troublemaker and has to get her appendix taken out. Ms. Clavel ,the guardian, keeps the girls healthy, smart, and out of trouble! For more books like these visit http://www.madeline.com/books.html #UCFLAE3414sp17

The snowy day is a children's realistic fiction picture book written and illustrated by Ezra Jack Keats. It is about a day in the life of a little boy who absolutely loves to play in the snow, so much so that he tries to bring a snowball home in his pocket. Learn more about how to use this book in the classroom at http://www.ezra-jack-keats.org/hub-subfeature-box/the-snowy-day-game/ #UCFLAE3414sp17

Don't Let the Pigeon Drive the Bus! is an interactive children's fictional picture book written and illustrated by Mo Williams. It is a Caldecott Award Winning book that is about a bus driver that leaves his bus unattended, while a pigeon begs the reader to let him drive the bus! I have read this book to preschoolers that absolutely love it. A website to check out more info on this pigeon is http://m.pigeonpresents.com/# #UCFLAE3414sp17