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Book Review: The Eye That Never Sleeps: How Detective Pinkerton Saved President Lincoln, by Mariss Moss
Why I Picked It Up: Sherry and I are always adding to our Historical Fusions: Integrating Social Studies, Literacy, and Technology session and this book came up in a search. Why I Finished It: I’m not going to lie, this is a long picture book, but it is really interesting. I have learned about Lincoln […]
Book Review: Blended, by Sharon M. Draper
Why I Picked It Up: This book was popping up on all the blogs I follow, so I quickly went to read the teaser. Definitely a “me book,” I immediately requested it from my library. Why I Finished It: I am always amazed and humbled by the author who can take a complex and mature […]
Book Review: Adrian Simcox Does NOT Have a Horse, by Marcy Campbell and Crinna Luyken
Why I Picked It Up: Like most books, Amazon told me I would like it! They were absolutely correct. I LOVE it! When I searched for my last book, It Wasn’t Me, this book became a suggestion. At the time I was not sure why, but I am certain it’s because of the book’s message: Everyone […]
Book Review: Those Shoes, by Maribeth Boelts
Why I Picked It Up: Okay, confession, I’ve had this one for A LONG time! I love this story because it’s easily relatable for the kids and I’ve never had a student not enjoy reading it! Why I Finished It: This story is about a little boy, Jeremy, who desperately wants the same black high […]
Book Review: Lincoln and Kennedy; A Pair to Compare, by Gene Barretta
Discussing the lives of Lincoln and Kennedy in a picture book doesn’t even seem possible, but through manageable text, fun illustrations, and engaging language, this book is sure to entice all students!