THE BOOKWORM

Desert Girl, Monsoon Boy by Tara Dairman Illustrated by Archana Sreenivasan Picture Book 32 pages © 2020 The journey of two children experiencing weather extremes in India highlight the power of nature and the resilience of the the human spirit. Very limited text on each page and text is typically a subject and a verb. This title can also be used as a mentor text to show students another way to tell a story using a different sentence structure. Have students take a piece they

We Are Water Protectors by Carole Lindstrom Illustrated by Michaela Goade Picture Book 40 pages © 2020 As a member of the Anishinaabe/Métis people, the author tells the story of her connection of her culture and the land and the importance of being a fierce water protector. Limited text on each page but the message is strong. At the end of the book, the author encourages everyone to read the pledge to protect the Earth's water and sign their name at the end of the pledge. The

Why Do We Cry by Fran Pintadera Illustrated by Ana Sender Picture book 34 pages © 2020 This is a perfect match for educators who want to extend a read aloud with a simple science lesson. Mario asks his mother why do we cry. Her responses are sweet and tender. Beautifully illustrated with limited text on each page. There is a question and answer section in the back of the book along with several activities to extend learning. #teachersofinstagram #teachersfollowteachers #teach

Kamala Harris: Rooted in Justice by Nikki Grimes Illustrated by Laura Freeman Picture Book 40 pages © 2020 Discover the incredible story of a young daughter of immigrants who would grow up to defend the rights of people everywhere in this moving picture book biography of Senator Kamala Harris and now Vice President candidate. #teachersofinstagram #teachersfollowteachers #teachersofig #teacherstyle #barbarathebookworm #teachers #reading #picturebooks #mentortexts #nikkigrimes

The Ocean Calls: A Haenyeo Mermaid Story by Tina Cho Illustrated by Jess X. Snow Picture Book 48 pages © 2020 This new title has so many uses: For science teachers looking for a picture book to compliment their ocean unit; For primary teachers looking for a new read aloud title; For writing teachers to use as a mentor text. A breathtaking picture book featuring a Korean girl and her haenyeo (free diving) grandmother about intergenerational bonds, finding courage in the face

Sun and Moon Have a Tea Party by Yumi Heo Picture Book 40 pages © 2020 A perfect picture book for teaching kids to appreciate the world from different points of view. The sun and moon argue with each other about what happens during the day and night. Great choice for a bedtime read, too. Limited text on each page. #teachersofinstagram #teachersfollowteachers #teachersofig #teacherstyle #barbarathebookworm #teachers #reading #picturebooks #mentortexts #yumiheo

Short and Sweet by Josh Funk Illustrated by Brendan Kearney Series for Early Readers 40 pages © 2020 Students will enjoy this hilarious fourth book in the series. Rhymes, puns, and creative vocabulary along with a science fiction spin make this a series that kids will want to read over and over. Add all four books to your classroom and school library. #teachersofinstagram #teachersfollowteachers #teachersofig #teacherstyle #barbarathebookworm #teachers #reading #picturebooks

Sharuko: El Arqueólogo Peruano Julio C. Tello / Peruvian Archaeologist Julio C. Tello by Monica Brown Illustrated by Elisa Chavarri Nonfiction Bilingual Picture Book 40 pages © 2020 Everyone no matter what their grade will enjoy biography of Peruvian archaeologist and national icon Julio C. Tello, who unearthed Peru's ancient cultures and fostered pride in the country's Indigenous history. #teachersofinstagram #teachersfollowteachers #teachersofig #teacherstyle #barbaratheboo

SOAKED! by Abi Cushman Primary Picture Book 40 pages © 2020 The joy of playing in the rain. A laugh-out-loud read aloud picture book. #teachersofinstagram #teachersfollowteachers #teachersofig #teacherstyle #barbarathebookworm #teachers #reading #picturebooks #mentortexts #abicushmanart #abicushman

Gustavo, the Shy Ghost by Flavia Z. Dragó Picture Book 40 pages © 2020 The Day of the Dead is fast approaching and Gustavo is wondering what he can do to get others to notice him. A sweet story that is a good choice for even our youngest students. #teachersofinstagram #teachersfollowteachers #teachersofig#teacherstyle #barbarathebookworm #teachers #reading #picturebooks #mentortexts #flaviazdrago

Our Friend Hedgehog: The Story of Us by Lauren Castillo Early Readers Chapter Book 110 pages © 2020 This is one of those books that you have to finish the entire story in one sitting. It has everything! Great word choice. Plot twists. Suspense. Varied sentence structure. Descriptive language and much more. Teachers can use this title for character development, prediction, craft analysis, and more. Illustrations and limited text on each page. This is an absolute gem of a title

The Boy Who Grew Dragons by Andy Shepherd Illustrated by Sara Ogilvie Chapter Book 212 pages © 2018 Looking for an enchanting and adorable read? While gardening with his grandfather, Tomas discovers a dragon-fruit tree. He picks the fruit which hatches a dragon and Tomas has his very own dragon, Flicker. The short chapters make this a good choice for a read aloud or for a reader who is building reading stamina. The illustrations add to the engagement of this fun and creative

Taking Time by Jo Loring-Fisher Picture Book & Mentor Text 32 pages © 2020 There are so many things that I love about this sweet picture book. Each verse of this rhyming poem begins with, "Taking time..." and the reader travels around the world to see children taking time to experience their natural surroundings. Beautiful word choice. One sentence for each page. I also love the motto of this publisher: Because all children deserve to see themselves in the books they read. Te