Book Review, Children's Book Reviews, Figurative Language, Middle School Reads, Picture Books, Picture Books for Middle School, Project-Based Learning

Home in the Woods Activities: 5 Hands-On Classroom Ideas

Home in the Woods by Eliza Wheeler is a must-have picture book in every upper elementary and middle school classroom. Somber, serious, hopeful, and full of heart, this story will teach readers about the Great Depression, the struggle of a single mother with eight children, and how one family can not only survive but thrive… Continue reading Home in the Woods Activities: 5 Hands-On Classroom Ideas

Book Review, Children's Book Reviews, Classroom Library, Middle School Reads, Picture Books, Picture Books for Middle School, Picture Books in Middle School

Why Fairy Tales Still Matter: A Librarian’s Review of Rumpelstiltskin by Mac Barnett

In this librarian book review, I explore the fairy tale Rumpelstiltskin by Mac Barnett and share why this captivating retelling makes an excellent read-aloud for upper elementary and middle school students. The Magic of Books in the Library As a librarian, one of my true passions is to guide a student into the magical world… Continue reading Why Fairy Tales Still Matter: A Librarian’s Review of Rumpelstiltskin by Mac Barnett

Children's Book Reviews, Picture Books, Spring Activities

7 Spring Picture Books

Spring has sprung! I just love the change of seasons. Even though it happens every year and I should be used to it by now, the four seasons never cease to amaze me. Living in southeastern Pennsylvania, I do get to enjoy all four seasons, and spring along with fall, constitute my top two favorites.… Continue reading 7 Spring Picture Books