This animal fantasy book is a must read! Very funny and super cute, Mo Willems does a great job depicting sibling rivalry. Here's the author's website: http://www.mowillems.com #UCFLAE3414sp17

The fourth book in the Uglies series, this science fiction novel covers a reality where whoever is getting the most buzz is victorious. Popularity is the only thing that matters. If your rank is low you are considered a nobody, an outcast, an "extra." http://www.bookrags.com/studyguide-extras-uglies/#gsc.tab=0 #UCFLAE3414sp17

This is an autobiography of young Elie Wiesel and his father's horrors in a Nazi concentration camp. It is very descriptive and personal. I found myself getting attached to his story and very upset that this happened to him. To learn more about the author go to http://www.pbs.org/eliewiesel/life/henry.html #UCFLAE3414sp17

This beloved book is about a tortoise who took off his shell so that he could run faster. Little did he know, there's danger lurking in every corner. Animal fantasy at its finest, here is an audio clip: https://youtu.be/upQczzmrIsM #UCFLAE3414sp17

This narrative nonfiction book expresses the joys of childhood. Margaret Wise Brown lists the important things about being 1, 2, 3, and 4 but there is only one thing that is the most important of them all- being you! https://books.google.com/books?id=IpLkzXZk5rkC&hl=en #UCFLAE3414sp17

Jack and Annie are on another adventure in their magic tree house! This time, they find themselves in California in the middle of Pioneer times. Join Jack and Annie as they escape this twister. This is a modern fantasy book, you can learn more about the magic tree house series here: https://www.magictreehouse.com #UCFLAE3414sp17

David Shannon's realistic fiction picture book captures the life of little David who always seems to be getting in trouble. Five year old David in the story had a similar upbringing to David Shannon's own life and he portrays that nicely in print. This book is a Caldecott Honor Book! Learn more here: http://nodavidshannon.com/books/ #UCFLAE3414sp17

This awesome book is great to cover the math standards in your classroom! All of the illustrations in the book are actual size- hence the title. The picture book is expository nonfiction and Steve Jenkins does an amazing job bringing the animals to life. Bravo! #UCFLAE3414sp17

His historical fiction novel features the life of a young girl in central Florida who is dealing with the repercussions of her father abandoning her mother and her. But Raymie has a plan - a plan that will make her famous, a plan that will bring her father home. A little slow in the beginning but it does pick up and has really great character development. A great choice for young readers! #UCFLAE3414sp17

This traditional literature picture book features the story of a Native American Christmas. The little boy in the story shares with the reader his love for the holiday and especially the magic he felt in his heart upon witnessing the nativity scene. Great for all year round, this book will leave you feeling merry and bright! #UCFLAE3414sp17

Who doesn't love "A Bad Case of Stripes?" Written and illustrated by David Shannon, this modern fantasy picture book captures the feeling of being different on the first day of school. Little Camilla loves eating Lisa beans (although she won't admit it to her peers). The more she tries to be like everyone else, the more she stands out from the rest - literally! #UCFLAE3414sp17

This historical fiction book was a great source to use when discovering different aspects of the Holocaust. Children will love getting to know the characters and grow to love Ellen and Annmarie's friendship. A Newbery Award winner, this novel is loved and treasured amongst generations (it came out in 1989!) #UCFLAE3414sp17