Title: Malala's Magic Pencil
Author: Malala Yousafzai Recommended By: Ms. Guidera, Librarian Recommended for grades: Pre-K-5 "Malala is the youngest person to ever win the Nobel Peace Prize. This book tells the story of how she uses her voice to fight for girl's education. She shows that small actions can cause big changes." - Ms. Guidera |
Title: Barack Obama Son of Promise, Child of Hope
Author: Nikki Grimes Recommended By: Ms. Peters, 4th Grade Teacher Recommended for grades: Pre-K-5 "This Book tells about the journey to President for Barack Obama. It also gives great motivation to follow your dreams." -Ms. Peters |
Title: Quackers
Author: Liz Wong Recommended By: Ms. Krauss, Assistant Principal Recommended for grades: Pre-K-2 "You would like this book because it's a silly story but has a great message about friendship." -Ms. Krauss |
Title: Redwall
Author: Brian Jacques Recommended By: Ms. Rathgeber, Special Educator Recommended for grades: 3-5 "I liked this book because it has animals who go on amazing adventures, it is really funny, and all the animals eat delicious food. This book always makes me hungry!" -Ms. Rathgeber |
Title: The Trumpet of the Swan
Author: E. B. White Recommended By: Ms. Wilson, 4th Grade Teacher Recommended for grades: 3-5 "You would like this book because of the great themes that develop. A trumpeter swan (Louis) is born without a voice. He learns to overcome his disability and finds his true love." - Ms. Wilson |
Title: Holes
Author: Louis Sachar Recommended By: Mr. Manko, Principal Recommended for grades: 3-5 "I love this book because it is so imaginative and the story is so rich. I love the character development and the persistence of Stanley." -Mr. Manko |
Title: The Giving Tree
Author: Shel Silverstein Recommended By: Mrs. Adams, 3rd grade teacher Recommended for grades: 1-5 "No matter how old you are, the message of kindness and sharing in this story can teach us a lot. Enjoy!" -Mrs. Adams |
Title: Yo, Yes
Author: Chris Raschka Recommended By: Ms. Keith, Art teacher Recommended for grades: Pre-k-2 "This book is about the fun of making friends. It is simple and sweet and feels good to read."-Ms. Keith |
Title: A Girl Named Rosa
Author: Denise Patrick Recommended by: Desiree', 4th grade student Recommended for grades: 1-5 "It teaches that it doesn't matter what color you are. You can make a difference." -Desiree' |