A quote from The Way I Feel by Janan Cain is: “I feel angry when I have to wait, when I don‘t get my way.“ This line helps children recognize and express feelings of anger, making it a useful tool for discussing emotional responses and coping strategies in the classroom.

I would use this book in the classroom to help students express their emotions in healthy ways.

The Way I Feel by Janan Cain is a popular children's book that helps young readers understand and express their emotions. Through colorful illustrations, the book explores a variety of feelings such as happiness, sadness, anger, fear, and excitement, helping children to identify and articulate their emotions in a healthy way. This book was published in 2000.

“But he was still hungry.“ This phrase is repeated throughout the book, engaging young readers. It shows the caterpillar's constant hunger as it grows, providing a fun and rhythmic element to the story.

I would use this book to teach the life cycle of the butterfly, learning days of the week, or as a math activity.

The Very Hungry Caterpillar is a children's book written and illustrated by Eric Carle, first published in 1969. It tells the story of a small caterpillar that eats his way through many foods before eventually turns into a butterfly. The book has very vibrant, engaging illustrations and it helps children learn about counting, the days of the week, and the life cycle of a butterfly.

“All animals have a color of their own, except for chameleons. They change color wherever they go.“ I love this quote because it sets up the main idea of the story, where the chameleon feels different because of his inability to keep a consistent color.

I would use this book in my classroom to have discussions about identity and friendship.

A Color of His Own was written by Leo Lionni and published originally in 1975. This book is about a chameleon who tries to find his own color. After awhile, he learns to accept himself and finds friendship around him. Great book with beautiful illustrations.

“Big sisters really have to stay, at home and not travel far away“ I like his quote because it shows when Frances finally realized that she should be there for her baby sister.

I would use this book in my classroom to discuss sibling relationships. if I knew a student of mine was having trouble with a younger sibling, I would use this book!

A baby sister for Frances by Russell Hoban was published in 1964. This story goes through sibling relationships and how it can be difficult to have a new child brought into the family. When Frances gets a younger sister she begins acting out. Finally by the end of the book she feels closer to her sister. The illustrations are very nice and include a lot of line work.

“goodnight noises everywhere“ I like this quote because it helps children clear out all noises around them and finally fall asleep.

If I was in a preschool room I would use this book for nap time to help students fall asleep.

Goodnight Moon by Margaret Brown was published in 1947. This was a good rhyming book that young students enjoy reading. The illustrations were simple and cute. A good bedtime story.

“I haven't seen anything all day. I have been trying to climb this rock.“ “Would you like me to lift you on top of it?“

I liked this quote because even though Bear was in distress about his hat, he was still willing to help others.

I would use this book for students to learn how to make predictions. The book is very repetitive so it's a good way to get them involved and have them learn what will come next.

I want my hat back by Jon Klassen was published in 2011 and goes through the journey of a bear trying to find his missing hat. He asks all his fellow animals if they have seen it and no one has. It was a great, simple book. The illustrations were simple.

“My good friends we are seeking a King. Why not choose Babar?“ I loved this quote because it shows Babar's resilience after going through such loss of his mother.

I would use this in my classroom to have tough discussions of death and loss.

The Story of Babar by Jean Brunhoff is a great book for children. This book was published in 1931. It goes through the tragedy of an elephant whose mother dies from a hunter. Later the elephant returns to the jungle and becomes the king. I loved the illustrations as there were a lot of them.

A quote I loved from this book is “Friends are always there for you to lean on.“ I love this because it's so true and really shows children the value of friendship.

I would use this book in my classroom to discuss friendship and shapes. To use it for shapes, I would use this with young children to introduce shapes and what we know about them. I would allow them the opportunity to find these shapes around the classroom.

Friendshape by Amy Rosenthal was published in 2015. The book discusses friendship through colors and shape. The illustrations are easy for young children to see and they can make connections to items that have seen with the same shape.

“Your eyebrows are all bushed up“ I like this quote because it shows how the animals were able to see how the monkey was upset, sometimes this can help us see how others are upset and maybe leave them alone.

I would use Grumpy Monkey in my classroom to discuss emotions and have a conversation as a class that it's okay to have feelings and we don't always have to explain them.

Grumpy Monkey by Suzanne lang was published in 2018. The illustrations are very realistic and detailed. This was a great book to show emotions and that it's okay to feel them! A great visual book for students.

One quote from Outside In by Deborah Underwood is: “We forget Outside is waiting, the sound of the wind and the song of the birds. We forget that outside is there, waiting... but outside is always there.“ This captures the theme of the book that nature is patiently waiting for us to reconnect with it.

I would use this book in my future classroom by discussing environmental issues and nature. This is also a great book for art class to show perceptive and lines!

Outside In by Deborah Underwood is a picture book that was published in 2020. This book shows many different elements of line and perspective. It makes many connections between nature and people. I loved the illustrations and how it explored nature. Great book.

“The animals took turns keeping him company, and they made him feel better.” This quote captures the animals' supportive and caring actions as they visit Amos and help him feel better, reflecting the book‘s themes of friendship and reciprocity.

In the classroom this book can be a wonderful way to teach themes of empathy, kindness, and friendship.

This is a book about a zookeeper who always takes time to care for his animal friends at the zoo. Amos tends to the needs of the animals, providing them with comfort and companionship. When Amos falls ill and can't go to work, his animal friends decide to return the favor. They visit him at his home, each bringing something special to cheer him up and make him feel better. This book was published in 2011 and won the Caldecott medal.

“Daisy‘s ball was her favorite thing. It was her favorite ball.“This quote emphasizes Daisy‘s deep love for her ball, showing the significance of the toy in her life and setting the stage for the story's theme of loss and resilience.

The story explores themes of friendship, loss, and resilience through minimal text and expressive illustrations. This would be a good book to discuss friendship and loss with your students.

A Ball for Daisy by Chris Raschka is a beautifully illustrated picture book that tells a simple yet powerful story about a dog named Daisy and her ball. The book focuses on Daisy's joy when she plays with her ball and her sadness when the ball is accidentally lost or damaged. This book was published in 2011 and won the Caldecott medal in 2012.

“The story of Winnie is one of friendship and courage, and it is a story that weaves itself into the fabric of our lives.“ This quote reflects the central themes of the book, emphasizing the impact of Winnie‘s story and the connections it fosters.

This book can be used in the classroom to explore themes of history, literature, and personal connections.

Finding Winnie written by Lindsay Mattick was published in 2015 and won the Caldecott medal. Finding Winnie is based on a true story of the character Winnie the Pooh. The book recounts how a Canadian soldier, Lieutenant Harry Colebourn, adopted a bear cub named Winnie during World War I. When Harry had to leave for the war, Winnie was left in the care of the London Zoo, where she became a favorite of children.

I‘m going to be a star!” This line reflects the hot dog's aspiration and excitement about its dream, embodying the theme of pursuing one's goals and embarking on a new adventure.

I would use this book to create discussions in the classroom about dreams and identity.

Hot Dog by Doug Salati was published in 2023 and won the Caldecott Award. This book goes through the story of a dog who wants to become a superhero. The book features vibrant illustrations and a playful narrative that captures the journey of the hot dog as it strives to find its place in the world.

“I am the tree, and the tree is me.“ This quote captures the book‘s theme, illustrating the deep connection between the child and the tree, and highlighting the reflection of personal qualities in nature.

I would use this book in my classroom to offer an opportunity for engaging students in discussions about nature, self-awareness, and personal growth.

The Tree in Me by Corinna Luyken is a picture book that explores the connection between nature and our own inner selves. Published in 2018. The story follows a child who sees themselves reflected in a tree. As the child looks at the tree‘s features, they recognize how they share qualities with it. This book uses illustrations to demonstrate themes of growth and resilience.

Kitten was looking for a bowl of milk. But what she saw was a big, round, glowing moon.” This quote captures Kitten‘s initial confusion and sets the stage for her delightful adventure.

I would use this book in my classroom to introduce ideas of determination and persistence.

Kitten's First Full Moon by Kevin Henkes was published in 2004 and won the Caldecott Honor. The illustrations were very simple and cute in black and white. The book portrays themes of determination and persistence.

“Let's get out of here!“ This quote represented when the pigs escaped from their original story. It shows their bravery in the story.

I would use this book in my classroom for comparing and contrasting. I would read students the original Three Little Pigs book and another day I would read them The Three Pigs. I would then ask them to compare and contrast the books. This would teach them skills on finding things that are alike and different.