Another one of my all time childhood favorites. “Charlottes Web“ by: E.B. White is another TL book that has been reprised time & time again. This wonderfully memorable novel is about a little girl who falls in love with a runt that she names Wilbur, who was not wanted by her father. In time, he grabs the attention & affection of many others along the way including a sweet spider named Charlotte. A definite must read for all ages. #UCFLAE3414F19

“Blackout“ by John Rocco is a colorful picture book about the day that all the lights went out in the city and how families from all around decided to make the best of a bad situation & instead turned it into a positive by coming together to spend quality time with their loved ones & each other. This Caldecott award winner is best under RF with a UDL 9.3 regarding develop self assessment/reflection along with EL 4 students' prior knowledge.

An old time favorite of mine when I was a young child. I enjoyed reading the book & watching the animated short. Hansel & Gretel has been retold over & over by many authors. Rika Lesser has been added to that long list. This TL picture book is a wonderful addition to any classroom library & goes along with common core school standards. The UDL 3.1 regards to activate background knowledge along with EL 1 for teach questioning for clarification.

I love the movie and enjoyed the book even more. Jumanji written & illustrated by: Chris Van Allsburg is a wonderful picture book that has adventure, daring & frightful experiences as well as some life lesson along the way. A book that will have you wanting more. I believe this book is best under MF, RF due to the nature of the book. UDL 4.1 regarding vary the nature for response & navigation along with EL 3 for encourage self talk.#UCFLAE3414F19

Strega Nona (Grandma Witch) written by: Tommie dePaola is a TL folktale about not allowing your greed and curiosity get the best of you. The UDL 1.3 regarding offering alternatives for visual information along with EL 4 for linking lesson topic to students' prior knowledge. It can be incorporated into many classroom lessons, which agrees with educational standards. #UCFLAE3414F19

Judy Blume... One of my favorite authors as a child and this is the first book I was introduced to and I became hooked by her writing. “Are you there God? It's me, Margaret.“ A book about a girl going through stages in her female life with all the confusion of teenage issues, boy crushes, friendships, parent problems, among other things that every girl goes through while learning about herself on so many levels. #UCFLAE3414F19

“Edwurd Fudwupper Fibbed Big“; Explained by Fannie Fudwupper and written by: Berkeley Breathed is an adorably written picture book about a brother who feels the need to lie to everyone until one day, a huge lie gets way out of hand and little Fannie is there to help things out. This children's book is best under SF with a UDL 9.3 regarding develop self-assessment/reflection along with EL 2 for promote cooperation (small group)#UCFLAE3414F19

Very colorful and descriptive book about many different types of animals. Actual real life photos taken by the author herself. “All about Animals“ by: Dee Phillips falls under NF due to the factual nature of the book. The UDL 3.1 regarding activating/supplying background knowledge along with EL 29 for offering a variety of ref. materials at the students' instructional level for independent use. A must for all classroom libraries. #UCFLAE3414F19

A wonderfully thought out collection of well-known literary writers and poets such as William Shakespeare (Shall I compare thee to a Summers Day), Robert Burns (A Red, Red Rose), Edgar Allen Poe (Annabel Lee), among others. “100 Beat=Loved Poems“ Edited by: Philip Smith is under P with UDL 2.1 regarding promoting understanding across languages along with EL 12 for teaching of two objectives; language and content. #UCFLAE3414F19

This novel “Brown Girl Dreaming“ Written by: Jacqueline Woodson Falls under B with UDL's 8.2 & 9.3 regarding vary demands to optimize challenge and reflection & develop self-assessment & reflection along with EL's 6, 8 for continually monitor student comprehension and provide biographies of significant men & women from different countries. It also meets the standards for classroom curriculum with educational resources. A must read.#UCFLAE3414F19

“One Crazy Summer“ written by: Rita Williams-Garcia is an extraordinary book about three sisters that go on a trip to visit their estranged mother in the year of 1968. Because they arrive to a cold welcome from their mother, they are thrown in the middle of chaotic and interesting situations from a political group called “The Black Panthers“. This HF novel won many awards including the Newbery Medal. Must have for all classrooms. #UCFLAE3414F19

First book in the “Reckless“ series by Cornelia Funke. This could fall under MF or SF due to the nature of the novels. More for grades 7 and up, but it can be a safe read for grades 5th and 6th maybe even 4th with parent approval. The UDL 4.1 regarding varying the methods for response and navigation along with EL 2 for promoting cooperation (small groups). A must-read and wonderfully descriptive book for all ages. #UCFLAE3414F19 #CMC

I chose this author as my “Author Study“. So, I figured why not add it to my Litsy list. “Fearless“ by Cornelia funke is part of a series and the second book in that series. Although it is considered a book for grades 7 & up, I feel it is safe enough for 5th and 6th graders in the elementary level. The UDL 4.1 regarding varying the methods for response & navigation along with EL 2 for promoting cooperation. A must read of all ages #UCFLAE3414F19

The Banshee by Eve Bunting is a captivatingly creepy tale about a boy who must overcome his fears about a long ago story that has been told from one generation to the next. It is being categorized as Irish folklore. I'll put it under either MF,SF. The UDL 9.1 regarding promoting expectations and beliefs that optimizes motivation along with 1,3 for teach questioning for clarification & encourage self-talk (positive thinking). #UCFLAE3414F19 #CMC

This adorable picture book by Margaret Chodos-Irvine will be, in my opinion be best under RF. I see this happening to most little girls' Ella Sarah's age & maybe even many other age groups for that matter. The UDL 2.4 & 9.3 regarding promoting understanding across languages & develop self-assessment & reflection along with EL 5 for teaching technical vocabulary supporting key concept. This book was also awarded the Caldecott medal. #UCFLAE3414F19

This book will have your emotions all over the place. Spoken through the eyes of a very expressive, thoughtful, and loving Silverback Gorilla by the name of Ivan. I would categorize this book in the genre of RF because even though it is a story told by a talking animal, the situation he speaks of can and has happened. The UDL principles 9.3 & 3.1 regarding developing self-assessment/reflection & activate/supply background knowledge#UCFLAE341F19

I chose this book because it is my twin daughter's favorites and mine.
Coraline“ by Neil Gaiman is a novel turned animated motion picture of an 11 year old adventurous girl feeling bored, neglected and unappreciated by her parents ventures out to find anything with not only excitement but change. She comes across a secret door to a parallel world with loving and caring parents that dote on her every need and want until things turn for the worst.

This is one of my childhood favorite's. I enjoyed reading this book from beginning to end and thought I should share it with you. This sweet picture book should be included in every elementary classroom library for every boy and girl to read.
“Miss Nelson is Missing“ by James Marshall is a light-hearted and adorably written picture book full of cartoonish and hilariously colorful illustrations allowing the reader to become enthralled in the story

A remarkable story about a 12 year old girl on adventurous mission in which she ultimately learns about herself, some deeply kept secrets, family values, trust and understanding, and some interesting history along the way. “From the mixed-up files of Mrs. Basil E. Frankweiler“ by e.l. Konigsburg is a heart-warming novel that will captivate readers till the vary last page. This novel is also a two=time Newbery Medal Winner #UCFLAE3414f19

This wonderfully engaging book “The Girl Who Drank the Moon“ by Kelly Barnhill is about deceit, despair, love, and magic all rolled into one glorious page turner. The book tells of life lessons that readers will remember for years to come. In 2017, this delightful novel won a Newbery medal award. The novel is best under F due to the magical fantasy aspect of the story. Although this is categorized under young-adult, any age group would enjoy it.

“Actual Size“ by Steve Jenkins is a book that describes many different animals large and small and everywhere in between. Every page has wonderfully colored illustrations viewing each animal in their actual size. This book is tagged as NF and would definitely entertain teachers and students alike. Students can compare the animals in this book to the animals they have personally encountered in their everyday life. #UCFLAE3414F19

This children's Christmas book would make a wonderful addition to all elementary classroom libraries. Christmas in the City is about creating memories and experiencing new things out of an unexpected circumstance and afterwards sharing those memories and experiences with family for years to come. I chose this book for a couple of reasons. This book holds sweet memories with my daughter's, in turn I want to share for others to build their own.