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Soy Sauce
This delightful book has sparked lively conversations both at home and in my classroom! Growing up, sweet soy sauce was a staple in my...

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Jan 28


We are Lion Dancers
Spotlight: We Are Lion Dancers by Benson Shum My class has been absolutely captivated by We Are Lion Dancers as we get ready for the...

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Jan 24


One Small Spark
Reading One Small Spark: A Tikkun Olam Story by Ruth Spiro (with breathtaking illustrations by Victoria Tentler-Krylov) to my class was...

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Jan 24


Nami's New Friend
A huge thank-you to Mandy Namjou Yom for gifting me her beautiful book Nami’s New Friend, illustrated by Joanne Wong. The timing was...

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Jan 23


To See An Owl
Reading To See an Owl by Caldecott-winning illustrator Matthew Cordell to my class was an enchanting experience. This beautifully...

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Jan 22


Lucy Lancaster
Just arrived! A delightful addition to our chapter book collection for young readers making the exciting transition from picture books to...

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Jan 21


Addy's Cup of Sugar
Coping with loss and finding healing is never easy, especially for children. After reading Calling the Wind by Trudy Ludwig to my class,...

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Jan 18


Calling the Wind
Calling the Wind: A Story of Healing and Hope by Trudy Ludwig & Kathryn Otoshi is one of those books that truly touches your soul. As a...

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Jan 16


Giraffe is Too Tall for this Book
Thursday thrills with tall tales and laughter! Giraffe is Too Tall for This Book by D.K. Ryland brought endless giggles and clever fun to...

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Jan 16


Amil and the After
I’m excited to see books that I got from the library meant for me but being hijacked by my grade 3. Who wouldn’t love books written by...

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Jan 15


I'm Sorry You Got Mad
Teaching kids about accountability can be tricky—but it’s so important. I just finished sharing “I’m Sorry You Got Mad” by Kyle Lukoff,...

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Jan 13


Kareem Between
Attending the NCTE conference last year was unforgettable, but the moment that truly stood out for me was discovering “Kareem Between”...

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Jan 11


Becoming Boba
Just had to share how much my class and I absolutely ADORE Becoming Boba by Joanna Ho! I was lucky enough to get this treasure directly...

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Jan 10


Homeland
I read Homeland by Hannah Moushabeck illustrated by Reem Madooh, to my Grade 3s and it left a profound impact on me and my kids. This...

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Jan 9


How to Know a Person
Completed this book before school starts… David Brooks’ How to Know a Person is a heartwarming guide to fostering genuine human...

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Jan 5


Insha'Allah, No, Maybe So
Insha’Allah (إن شاء الله)—a word that carried so much mystery and frustration for me as a child. Every time I asked an adult in my...

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Jan 1, 2025


No Place Like Home
Starting the New Year with a powerful read! “No Place Like Home” by James Bird is a compelling middle-grade novel that tackles important...

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Dec 31, 2024


Big Tree
Big Tree by Brian Selznick
Reading this book was an unforgettable journey—both as a teacher and as someone who believes in the...

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Dec 30, 2024


A Stone is a Story
A Stone is a Story by Leslie Barnard Booth This beautifully written book takes us on a poetic journey through the life of a stone—a story...

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Dec 27, 2024


Our Incredible Library Book
Our Incredible Library Book—and the Wonderful Journeys It Took” by Caroline Crowe, illustrated by John Joseph, is a heartfelt reminder of...

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Dec 26, 2024
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