Nancy Drew The Haunted House
Module 10
SLIS 5420/Module 10/August 9-12
Book for this module
Nancy Drew The Haunted House
Bibliographic
Stefan,. (2005). Nancy Drew The Haunted House. New York, NY: Papercut
Summary
The Haunted Dollhouse was about supposedly spirits controlling various events and Nancy's job was to figure how these mysterious moves and motives behind all of this was happening in this dollhouse. She had fallen asleep at one point and thought it was a dream but quickly realized that the nightmare was true.
My Impression
Personally I found it a little hard to follow. Maybe it's because I'm not into to books such as these and find it difficult to comprehend. These books usually do not hold my attention.
Reviews
Ages 9-12 To celebrate 75th Anniversary of Nancy Drew, this graphic novel features many subtle tributes to classic Nancy Drew adventures. River Heights is celebrating 'Nostalgia Week' and everyone in town is dressing up an acting like it was 1930-including Nancy, Bedd, and George! Wait till you see Nancy in her roadster! But when scenes of crimes displayed in Emma Blavatsky's antique dollhouse start coming true, Nancy has a full-blown mystery on her hands! Nancy's shocked when she stakes out the dollhouse, and witnesses a doll version of herself murdered! Will that scene become reality too?! Plus a preview of the next Nancy Drew graphic novel, 'The Gril Who Wasn't There.' Ages 8 to 12.
Use in Library Setting
I would use this book to discuss mysteries. My library has a huge dollhouse that is on display and the students love seeing it. This dollhouse would be shown and we would discuss the objects that are placed throughout this dollhouse. Feedback from students would also be sought to get an idea of how they would feel it this dollhouse was really haunted.
Friday, August 13, 2010
The Baby-Sitters Club The Truth About Stacey
The Baby-Sitters Club The Truth About Stacey
Module 10
SLIS 5420Module 10/August 9-12
Book for this module
The Baby-Sitters Club The Truth About Stacey by Raina Telgemeier
Bibliographic
Telegmeier., (2006). The Baby-Sitters Club The Truth About Stacey. New York, NY: Graphix
Summary
This book shows how true friends really are. Stacey was diagnosed with diabetes in her old town and her supposedly friends distant themselves from her. This was hurtful and she often found herself alone. Eventually her mom and dad decided to move to a new town, and she met friends that bonded well. These new friends understood each other and at times they did not. Stacey was able to be honest with her friends about her diabetes and still made her fit in. More importantly they begin their own business called The Baby Sitters Club watching other people's children.
My Impression
This book showed children being responsible when dealing with real life situations. They developed a business and had the right mindset to cope with problems and work related issues. This book shows good examples set by these children.
Reviews
School Library Journal
Grade 5-7-Stacey is the new girl in town. She has made three good friends in a babysitters club but her memories of her old friends still haunt her. Man of them, including her best friend, Laine, ditched her after she was diagnosed with diabetes. Her parents aren't much help; they keep dragging her from doctor to doctor looking for a miracle cure. All Stacey wants to do is manage her condition on her own terms. An impending trip back to New York and a rival babysitting club has Stacey confused and nervous. Will she be able to reconcile with Laine? Will this new group, complete with sitters who can stay up late, end the club for good? The graphic adaptation of the hugely popular series has as much heart as the original. The girls' dedication to the kids they care for and to their friendship never comes off as hokey. The black-and-white cartoons capture each character's personality; the facial expressions say a lot. Each girl has her own style. the outfits have been updated but the skirts haven't gotten shorter. A solid purchase for both school and public libraries. - Sadie Mattos, DeKalb County Public Library, Decatur, GA
Use in Library
This book can be read in either settings whether public library or school. This could be a talk about how some people are different yet still the same. Meaning just because someone has diabetes does'nt mean they are contagious. Our discussion could cover some common childhood diseases and what they think true friendship is. One of the activities would be to make a friendship ring where students are paired up with another student, they find out several things about the other person and write at least one thing on the ring. When everything is finished the ring is connected and placed on display.
Module 10
SLIS 5420Module 10/August 9-12
Book for this module
The Baby-Sitters Club The Truth About Stacey by Raina Telgemeier
Bibliographic
Telegmeier., (2006). The Baby-Sitters Club The Truth About Stacey. New York, NY: Graphix
Summary
This book shows how true friends really are. Stacey was diagnosed with diabetes in her old town and her supposedly friends distant themselves from her. This was hurtful and she often found herself alone. Eventually her mom and dad decided to move to a new town, and she met friends that bonded well. These new friends understood each other and at times they did not. Stacey was able to be honest with her friends about her diabetes and still made her fit in. More importantly they begin their own business called The Baby Sitters Club watching other people's children.
My Impression
This book showed children being responsible when dealing with real life situations. They developed a business and had the right mindset to cope with problems and work related issues. This book shows good examples set by these children.
Reviews
School Library Journal
Grade 5-7-Stacey is the new girl in town. She has made three good friends in a babysitters club but her memories of her old friends still haunt her. Man of them, including her best friend, Laine, ditched her after she was diagnosed with diabetes. Her parents aren't much help; they keep dragging her from doctor to doctor looking for a miracle cure. All Stacey wants to do is manage her condition on her own terms. An impending trip back to New York and a rival babysitting club has Stacey confused and nervous. Will she be able to reconcile with Laine? Will this new group, complete with sitters who can stay up late, end the club for good? The graphic adaptation of the hugely popular series has as much heart as the original. The girls' dedication to the kids they care for and to their friendship never comes off as hokey. The black-and-white cartoons capture each character's personality; the facial expressions say a lot. Each girl has her own style. the outfits have been updated but the skirts haven't gotten shorter. A solid purchase for both school and public libraries. - Sadie Mattos, DeKalb County Public Library, Decatur, GA
Use in Library
This book can be read in either settings whether public library or school. This could be a talk about how some people are different yet still the same. Meaning just because someone has diabetes does'nt mean they are contagious. Our discussion could cover some common childhood diseases and what they think true friendship is. One of the activities would be to make a friendship ring where students are paired up with another student, they find out several things about the other person and write at least one thing on the ring. When everything is finished the ring is connected and placed on display.
Thursday, August 12, 2010
Take Me Out of the Bathtub and other silly dilly songs
Take Me Out of the Bathtub and other silly dilly songs
Module 9
SLIS 5420/Module 9/August 2-8
Book for this module
Take Me Out of the Bathtub and other silly dilly songs by Alan Katz
Bibliographic
Katz,. (2001). Take Me Out of the Bathtub and other silly dilly songs. New York, NY: Simon & Schuster Children's Publishing Division
Summary
Take Me Out of the Bathtub is a wonderful book full of poetry that any adult or child can sing along too. All the poems are song to a tune of a familiar tune. For example The poem of The Yogurt Flies Straight From My Brother is to the tune of My Bonnie Lies Over the Ocean. Now, who can't remember the poem to a tune like this.
My Impression
I simply loved this book. It's makes reading easy for readers to learn new material but in a old fashion way to a familiar tune. This books also reminds me that new material can be introduced and easily attain when it's made to be fun and interesting.
Reviews
Gr 3-5 This hilarious collection goes straight to the heart of playground humor. What made "On Top of Spaghetti" such an integral part of popular culture is what makes these selections so equally successful. Well-known songs like "Take Me Out to the Ballgame," "My Bonnie Lies Over the Ocean," and "I've Been Working on the Railroad' become-with a wink, a poke, and nod-"Take Me Out of the Bathtub," "The Yogurt Flies Straight from My Brother," and "I've Been Cleaning Up My Bedroom."Some of these transformations are so clever that kids will want to burst into song immediately. Imagine your next patron singing, "Oh give me a break/'Cause I made a mistake/And my library book's overdue" to the tune of "Home on the Range." The watercolor illustrations are equally entertaining, with exaggerated features and situations giving them a cartoon look. "Go Go Go to Bed" depicts an exhausted mom slumped in a chair with toys and a child literally bouncing off the ceiling above her. There's something here to tickle most funny bones. -Jane Marino, Scarsdale Public Library, NY
Use in Library
I would use this book during story time or display during the peak season when schools are into poetry, and especially with the older students I would have them write some lines of poetry to see if we could make up our own song using one of the tunes from the book.
Module 9
SLIS 5420/Module 9/August 2-8
Book for this module
Take Me Out of the Bathtub and other silly dilly songs by Alan Katz
Bibliographic
Katz,. (2001). Take Me Out of the Bathtub and other silly dilly songs. New York, NY: Simon & Schuster Children's Publishing Division
Summary
Take Me Out of the Bathtub is a wonderful book full of poetry that any adult or child can sing along too. All the poems are song to a tune of a familiar tune. For example The poem of The Yogurt Flies Straight From My Brother is to the tune of My Bonnie Lies Over the Ocean. Now, who can't remember the poem to a tune like this.
My Impression
I simply loved this book. It's makes reading easy for readers to learn new material but in a old fashion way to a familiar tune. This books also reminds me that new material can be introduced and easily attain when it's made to be fun and interesting.
Reviews
Gr 3-5 This hilarious collection goes straight to the heart of playground humor. What made "On Top of Spaghetti" such an integral part of popular culture is what makes these selections so equally successful. Well-known songs like "Take Me Out to the Ballgame," "My Bonnie Lies Over the Ocean," and "I've Been Working on the Railroad' become-with a wink, a poke, and nod-"Take Me Out of the Bathtub," "The Yogurt Flies Straight from My Brother," and "I've Been Cleaning Up My Bedroom."Some of these transformations are so clever that kids will want to burst into song immediately. Imagine your next patron singing, "Oh give me a break/'Cause I made a mistake/And my library book's overdue" to the tune of "Home on the Range." The watercolor illustrations are equally entertaining, with exaggerated features and situations giving them a cartoon look. "Go Go Go to Bed" depicts an exhausted mom slumped in a chair with toys and a child literally bouncing off the ceiling above her. There's something here to tickle most funny bones. -Jane Marino, Scarsdale Public Library, NY
Use in Library
I would use this book during story time or display during the peak season when schools are into poetry, and especially with the older students I would have them write some lines of poetry to see if we could make up our own song using one of the tunes from the book.
Tuesday, August 10, 2010
MY DOG, MY HERO
MY DOG, MY HERO
Module 9
SLIS 5420/Module 9/August 2-8
Book for this module
MY DOG, MY HERO by Betsy Byars
Bibliographic
Byars,. (2000). MY DOG, MY HERO. New York, NY: Henry Holt and Company, LLC
Summary
This book is about the amazing dogs who have had a tremendous impact on some one's life. All the dogs are a hero in various ways. One may have rescued someone from a fallen house, keeping someone from being bitten in a garden by a snake because of their reaction or simply allowing a person in a nursing home to rub them, and with frequent visits this indvidual begins to live again and rise up daily with purpose.
My Impression
This book is a great eye opener of what dogs are capable of doing for the human race. Dogs have a way to make you feel needed and they certainly provide people with unconditional love. I'm definitely convinced that animals especially dogs play an important part in the healing process. All the dogs in this book are definitely heroes.
Reviews
Booklist
Gr. 3-6. Newbery Medal-winner Byars and daughters Betsy Duffey and Laurie Myers--dog lovers all--collaborate for the first time in this collection of eight stories about extraordinarily heroic dogs. Each of the first-rate tales is told from the point if view of a contestant entering a dog in the My Hero contest. Among the entries is one from a gruff gardener who has no use for dogs until one alerts him to a poisonous snake lurking in his petunias. In another, a 93-year old woman relates how a dog's cold nose and loving touch transformed her after she'd given in to depression in a nursing home. Drama, humor, excitement, and love fuel these short, well-written stories that are certain to be relished by dog lovers. The selections can also provide students in English classes with excellent examples of point of view, characterization, and plot construction. Loren Longs evocative full-color artwork not only shows off each canine but also invites readers into the crises and emotions of the episodes. Ellen Madel Copyright America Library Association.
Use in Library Setting
I would use this book in a story time for the library discussing how dogs are heroes like human, and ask questions as to how. Children would have the opportunity to share if they personally know any hero dogs or have heard of any. I would also invite in trained thearpy dogs to help read to the children.
Module 9
SLIS 5420/Module 9/August 2-8
Book for this module
MY DOG, MY HERO by Betsy Byars
Bibliographic
Byars,. (2000). MY DOG, MY HERO. New York, NY: Henry Holt and Company, LLC
Summary
This book is about the amazing dogs who have had a tremendous impact on some one's life. All the dogs are a hero in various ways. One may have rescued someone from a fallen house, keeping someone from being bitten in a garden by a snake because of their reaction or simply allowing a person in a nursing home to rub them, and with frequent visits this indvidual begins to live again and rise up daily with purpose.
My Impression
This book is a great eye opener of what dogs are capable of doing for the human race. Dogs have a way to make you feel needed and they certainly provide people with unconditional love. I'm definitely convinced that animals especially dogs play an important part in the healing process. All the dogs in this book are definitely heroes.
Reviews
Booklist
Gr. 3-6. Newbery Medal-winner Byars and daughters Betsy Duffey and Laurie Myers--dog lovers all--collaborate for the first time in this collection of eight stories about extraordinarily heroic dogs. Each of the first-rate tales is told from the point if view of a contestant entering a dog in the My Hero contest. Among the entries is one from a gruff gardener who has no use for dogs until one alerts him to a poisonous snake lurking in his petunias. In another, a 93-year old woman relates how a dog's cold nose and loving touch transformed her after she'd given in to depression in a nursing home. Drama, humor, excitement, and love fuel these short, well-written stories that are certain to be relished by dog lovers. The selections can also provide students in English classes with excellent examples of point of view, characterization, and plot construction. Loren Longs evocative full-color artwork not only shows off each canine but also invites readers into the crises and emotions of the episodes. Ellen Madel Copyright America Library Association.
Use in Library Setting
I would use this book in a story time for the library discussing how dogs are heroes like human, and ask questions as to how. Children would have the opportunity to share if they personally know any hero dogs or have heard of any. I would also invite in trained thearpy dogs to help read to the children.
Sunday, August 8, 2010
Junie B. Jones and a Little Monkey Business
Junie B. Jones and a Little Monkey Business
Module 8
SLIS 5420/Module 8/August 2-8
Book for this module
Junie B. Jones and a Little Monkey Business by Barbara Park
Bibliographic
Jones,. (2007). Junie B. Jones and a Little Monkey Business. New York: Random House Books.
Summary
Junie is a little girl who has an addition to her family. Her mother has a baby brother whom she does not see right away. Her Grandmother visits mom and the baby and describes him as a little monkey which Junie informs her classmates of her brother looking like this, and now all her friends want to be the first to see her monkey looking baby brother.
My Impression
Junie B. is a very interesting little girl. It reminds me that we must be careful of of what we say because children take things literally. Junie is in my opinion a spoiled child and somewhat selfish but learns a value lesson. Since Junie is known for yelling and throwing tantrums I'm not sure that all children should be introduced to these books. It could very well send the wrong message to the readers.
Reviews
Kirkus Reviews
The fractious kindergarten of Junie B. Jones and the Stupid Smelly Bus has a new baby brother her grandma calls "the cutest little monkey!" Junie hasn't seen him yet, but she has told the kids in her class that he's "A REAL, ALIVE, BABY MONKEY," and she's taking bids from her "bestest" friends for the first look. So far she's got Lucille's locket, Grace's ring, Lucille's red sweaters, Grace's hightops, and Lucille's red chair. But when Junie tries to turn in the extra snack tickets that she also extorted, she finds herself in the Principal's office. Kids who like literal-minded Amelia Bedelia's linguistic misadventures will probably enjoy Junie's. Occasional sophisticated words ("confiscate, beauteous") and Junie's non grammatical speech may challenge new readers; if so, this may work best as a read aloud for Junie's contemporaries.
Use in Library Setting
This book could be used with older children like first graders and up since they would know right from wrong behavior. We could read this book and do some role playing of good behavior and honesty acts vs. disapproved ones.
Module 8
SLIS 5420/Module 8/August 2-8
Book for this module
Junie B. Jones and a Little Monkey Business by Barbara Park
Bibliographic
Jones,. (2007). Junie B. Jones and a Little Monkey Business. New York: Random House Books.
Summary
Junie is a little girl who has an addition to her family. Her mother has a baby brother whom she does not see right away. Her Grandmother visits mom and the baby and describes him as a little monkey which Junie informs her classmates of her brother looking like this, and now all her friends want to be the first to see her monkey looking baby brother.
My Impression
Junie B. is a very interesting little girl. It reminds me that we must be careful of of what we say because children take things literally. Junie is in my opinion a spoiled child and somewhat selfish but learns a value lesson. Since Junie is known for yelling and throwing tantrums I'm not sure that all children should be introduced to these books. It could very well send the wrong message to the readers.
Reviews
Kirkus Reviews
The fractious kindergarten of Junie B. Jones and the Stupid Smelly Bus has a new baby brother her grandma calls "the cutest little monkey!" Junie hasn't seen him yet, but she has told the kids in her class that he's "A REAL, ALIVE, BABY MONKEY," and she's taking bids from her "bestest" friends for the first look. So far she's got Lucille's locket, Grace's ring, Lucille's red sweaters, Grace's hightops, and Lucille's red chair. But when Junie tries to turn in the extra snack tickets that she also extorted, she finds herself in the Principal's office. Kids who like literal-minded Amelia Bedelia's linguistic misadventures will probably enjoy Junie's. Occasional sophisticated words ("confiscate, beauteous") and Junie's non grammatical speech may challenge new readers; if so, this may work best as a read aloud for Junie's contemporaries.
Use in Library Setting
This book could be used with older children like first graders and up since they would know right from wrong behavior. We could read this book and do some role playing of good behavior and honesty acts vs. disapproved ones.
BONES and the DOG GONE Mystery
BONES and the DOG GONE Mystery
Module 8
SLIS 5420/Module 8/August 2-8
Book for this module
BONES and he DOG GONE Mystery by David A. Adler
Bibliographic
Adler, A. (2004). Bones and the dog gone mystery. New York: Penguin Group.
Summary
Bones and the Dog Gone Mystery is about a little boy who considers himself to be a detective. On one particular day Jeffery Bones goes to the park with his grandfather and his dog Curly. Well the day was off to a wonderful start until Jeffery desired to swing when he took out his huge magnifying glass and he accidentally flew out of the swing while trying to get an idea of how things looked through his magnifying glass. Shortly after he was confirmed of no injuries he was on the hunt for his magnifying glass and Curly. He had gone missing! Thanks to Jeffery's detectives bag and clues they were able to locate Curly.
My Impression
The book provide easy reading for beginners and subject matter that would be interesting to a curious child. It allows a young reader to tap into their imagination and dream big. The pictures are creative and allows easy following which could help eliminate any confusion.
Reviews
School Library Journal
Grade 1-3- This story combines two popular elements fogs and mysteries. During a trip to the park a young detective follows clues to track down his lost magnifying glass and to find his grandfather's missing pet. Events are logically sequenced and the conclusion is satisfying. The child friendly text is large and well spaced. The cartoon illustrations are brightly colored and, for the most part, interspersed appropriately throughout the narrative. However, there are spots when the amount of text may overwhelm beginning readers. The pictures add interest and provide visual cues that will help youngsters navigate through the story.
Use in Library Setting
Plan a fun activity where students would have to locate items using magnifying glasses supplied by the library. Clues would be created and left around in various areas. Students could be placed in groups depending on size and work as a team to find the missing objects. Prizes could be awarded to students for finding the missing objects and book marks or stickers for all participants.
Module 8
SLIS 5420/Module 8/August 2-8
Book for this module
BONES and he DOG GONE Mystery by David A. Adler
Bibliographic
Adler, A. (2004). Bones and the dog gone mystery. New York: Penguin Group.
Summary
Bones and the Dog Gone Mystery is about a little boy who considers himself to be a detective. On one particular day Jeffery Bones goes to the park with his grandfather and his dog Curly. Well the day was off to a wonderful start until Jeffery desired to swing when he took out his huge magnifying glass and he accidentally flew out of the swing while trying to get an idea of how things looked through his magnifying glass. Shortly after he was confirmed of no injuries he was on the hunt for his magnifying glass and Curly. He had gone missing! Thanks to Jeffery's detectives bag and clues they were able to locate Curly.
My Impression
The book provide easy reading for beginners and subject matter that would be interesting to a curious child. It allows a young reader to tap into their imagination and dream big. The pictures are creative and allows easy following which could help eliminate any confusion.
Reviews
School Library Journal
Grade 1-3- This story combines two popular elements fogs and mysteries. During a trip to the park a young detective follows clues to track down his lost magnifying glass and to find his grandfather's missing pet. Events are logically sequenced and the conclusion is satisfying. The child friendly text is large and well spaced. The cartoon illustrations are brightly colored and, for the most part, interspersed appropriately throughout the narrative. However, there are spots when the amount of text may overwhelm beginning readers. The pictures add interest and provide visual cues that will help youngsters navigate through the story.
Use in Library Setting
Plan a fun activity where students would have to locate items using magnifying glasses supplied by the library. Clues would be created and left around in various areas. Students could be placed in groups depending on size and work as a team to find the missing objects. Prizes could be awarded to students for finding the missing objects and book marks or stickers for all participants.
Sunday, July 25, 2010
An Egg Is Quiet
An Egg Is Quiet
Module 7
SLIS 5420/Module 7/July 18-25
Book for this module
An Egg Is Quiet by Dianna Aston
Biblographic
Aston,. (2006). An Egg Is Quiet. San Francisco, California: Chronicle Books LLC
Summary
This book simply shows every shape and size egg imaginable. This book captures its audience with its colorful illustrations and the wonderful explaination of what animal is residing in each egg. This book provides information on why a egg may lay a certain way or why it has such a pointed tip. Some eggs for examples are deposited on a cliff and could roll down the hill, but by it having a pointed tip prevents that from happening. This book is very informative and educational.
My Impression
I learned more that I ever desired to know about eggs but feel knowledgeable about the inside and outs of a egg. I sometimes will take nature walks and will find an egg. Now I will probably stop and examine the eggs more closely.
Reviews
From School Library Journal
Kindergarten-Grade 2-An exceptionally handsome book on eggs, from the delicate ova of the green lacewing to the rosy roe of the Atlantic salmon to the mammoth bulk of an ostrich egge. Aston's simple, readable text celebrates their marvelous diversity, commenting on the size, shape, coloratin, and where they might be found. The author occasionally attibutes sensibilities to eggs (An egg is clever, for example). Still, her quiet descriptions of egg engineering and embryo developmnet (no mention of mating) are on the mark, and are beautifully supported by Long's splendid watercolor depictions of a wide varitey of eggs. (One teeny carp-Steller's jays are not spelled with an ar, though they are stellar performers when wheedling for your lunch at a campsite!) A beautifule guide to the unexpected panoply of the egg.
Use in Library Setting
This book could be read to a group of preschoolers and after the discussing of the book we could make a craft dealing with eggs. Colorful construction paper could be cut up along with solid colors paper. Easter eggs can be supplied along with glue sticks. The eggs which should probably be the largest size can be covered with paper of the child's choosing and they can discuss maybe what kind of egg they have made. This is an activity that the parents would assist with since the childern would need some help.
Module 7
SLIS 5420/Module 7/July 18-25
Book for this module
An Egg Is Quiet by Dianna Aston
Biblographic
Aston,. (2006). An Egg Is Quiet. San Francisco, California: Chronicle Books LLC
Summary
This book simply shows every shape and size egg imaginable. This book captures its audience with its colorful illustrations and the wonderful explaination of what animal is residing in each egg. This book provides information on why a egg may lay a certain way or why it has such a pointed tip. Some eggs for examples are deposited on a cliff and could roll down the hill, but by it having a pointed tip prevents that from happening. This book is very informative and educational.
My Impression
I learned more that I ever desired to know about eggs but feel knowledgeable about the inside and outs of a egg. I sometimes will take nature walks and will find an egg. Now I will probably stop and examine the eggs more closely.
Reviews
From School Library Journal
Kindergarten-Grade 2-An exceptionally handsome book on eggs, from the delicate ova of the green lacewing to the rosy roe of the Atlantic salmon to the mammoth bulk of an ostrich egge. Aston's simple, readable text celebrates their marvelous diversity, commenting on the size, shape, coloratin, and where they might be found. The author occasionally attibutes sensibilities to eggs (An egg is clever, for example). Still, her quiet descriptions of egg engineering and embryo developmnet (no mention of mating) are on the mark, and are beautifully supported by Long's splendid watercolor depictions of a wide varitey of eggs. (One teeny carp-Steller's jays are not spelled with an ar, though they are stellar performers when wheedling for your lunch at a campsite!) A beautifule guide to the unexpected panoply of the egg.
Use in Library Setting
This book could be read to a group of preschoolers and after the discussing of the book we could make a craft dealing with eggs. Colorful construction paper could be cut up along with solid colors paper. Easter eggs can be supplied along with glue sticks. The eggs which should probably be the largest size can be covered with paper of the child's choosing and they can discuss maybe what kind of egg they have made. This is an activity that the parents would assist with since the childern would need some help.
OWEN & MZEE
OWEN & MZEE
Module 7
SLIS 5420/Module 7/July 18-25
Book this module
OWEN & MZEE by Isabella Hatkoff
Bibliographic
Hatkoff,. (2006). OWEN & MZEE. New York, NY: Scholastic Press
Summary
This is a true story about a hippo and a tortoise becoming best friends. At some point the hippo was separated from his herd and needed to be rescued, but the hard job was finding a place for this hippo to take up residency. The baby hippo could no longer be placed back into its normal habitat because it would be killed. The rescuers placed Owen who is the hippo in the same area with Mzee the tortoise who attempts to keep Owen away from him, but no matter how hard he tried Owen would still snuggle up to Mzee. Well, needless to say they became best friends. Quiet unusual for such a large animal to become so attached to a animal such as Mzee.
My Impression
I loved this story! It made me feel warm and fuzzy on the inside to see and know that these animals would come together and not harm one another. I believe since the hippo was a baby at first probably played a huge role in this relationship. I also believe this companionship saved Owen's life. We have no way of knowing but it's very possible that Owen could have died if it were not for Mzee's presence.
Reviews
From School Library Journal
Kindergarten-Grade 5 When the six-year-old contributor to this book saw the photograph documenting the extraordinary friendship between a baby hippo (Owen) and a 130-year-old giant tortoise (Mzee), she persuade her father to help tell their story. Originally an e-book, the hardcover version begins with images of the two, whetting readers appetite and providing reassurance as the potentially disturbing plot unfolds. After a scene depicting a pod of hippos near the Sabuki River in Kenya, the text describes the 600-pound baby's displacement and separation from the group during the 2004 tsunami. Children witness the challenging rescue and meet the knowledgeable staff at an animal sanctuary. From Owen's first approach for protection to Maee's unexpected tolerance, the photographs, mostly by BBC photojournalist Greste, capture the pair eating, swimming, snuggling, and playing together. Their contentment and peace are palpable. Because it is sensitively structured, with careful choices about what is emphasized and illustrated, the situation does not overwhelm readers. The text and the back matter are brimming with information about the animals, their caregivers, and the locale. This touching story of the power of a surprising friendship to mitigate the experience of loss is full of heart and hope.
Use in Library Setting
This book can be used with some of our presenters who come to the library and read stories to the children. There are several presenters who bring in various insects and animals that include turtles. This would be an awesome time to show which animals seem to pair up well with each other. The students with be allowed to come up and touch them and talk in detail with the presenter.
Module 7
SLIS 5420/Module 7/July 18-25
Book this module
OWEN & MZEE by Isabella Hatkoff
Bibliographic
Hatkoff,. (2006). OWEN & MZEE. New York, NY: Scholastic Press
Summary
This is a true story about a hippo and a tortoise becoming best friends. At some point the hippo was separated from his herd and needed to be rescued, but the hard job was finding a place for this hippo to take up residency. The baby hippo could no longer be placed back into its normal habitat because it would be killed. The rescuers placed Owen who is the hippo in the same area with Mzee the tortoise who attempts to keep Owen away from him, but no matter how hard he tried Owen would still snuggle up to Mzee. Well, needless to say they became best friends. Quiet unusual for such a large animal to become so attached to a animal such as Mzee.
My Impression
I loved this story! It made me feel warm and fuzzy on the inside to see and know that these animals would come together and not harm one another. I believe since the hippo was a baby at first probably played a huge role in this relationship. I also believe this companionship saved Owen's life. We have no way of knowing but it's very possible that Owen could have died if it were not for Mzee's presence.
Reviews
From School Library Journal
Kindergarten-Grade 5 When the six-year-old contributor to this book saw the photograph documenting the extraordinary friendship between a baby hippo (Owen) and a 130-year-old giant tortoise (Mzee), she persuade her father to help tell their story. Originally an e-book, the hardcover version begins with images of the two, whetting readers appetite and providing reassurance as the potentially disturbing plot unfolds. After a scene depicting a pod of hippos near the Sabuki River in Kenya, the text describes the 600-pound baby's displacement and separation from the group during the 2004 tsunami. Children witness the challenging rescue and meet the knowledgeable staff at an animal sanctuary. From Owen's first approach for protection to Maee's unexpected tolerance, the photographs, mostly by BBC photojournalist Greste, capture the pair eating, swimming, snuggling, and playing together. Their contentment and peace are palpable. Because it is sensitively structured, with careful choices about what is emphasized and illustrated, the situation does not overwhelm readers. The text and the back matter are brimming with information about the animals, their caregivers, and the locale. This touching story of the power of a surprising friendship to mitigate the experience of loss is full of heart and hope.
Use in Library Setting
This book can be used with some of our presenters who come to the library and read stories to the children. There are several presenters who bring in various insects and animals that include turtles. This would be an awesome time to show which animals seem to pair up well with each other. The students with be allowed to come up and touch them and talk in detail with the presenter.
Monday, July 19, 2010
The Other Side
The Other Side
Module 6
SLIS 5420/Module 6/July 12-17
Book for this module
The Other Side by Jacqueline Woodson
Bibliographic
Woodson,. (2001). The Other Side. New York: New York: Putnam Sons
Summary
This story reflection of children desiring to get to know each other but because of the racial tension in the town and between parents the children try to stay to themselves. When the children are at home a white fence is the only thing separating the two, and they usually spend more time staring and watching each other through the fence. As time progress on the little white girl sits on the fence and the little black girl joins her. They both came to the conclusion that their parents never said anything about not sitting on the fence to talk which leads to their bonding.
My Impression
The Other Side shows that children's desire to learn about each other and play is a natural thing, and parents can crush this by putting up barriers and creating racial tensions among the much younger generation. I personally believe racism is taught because when children see other children like them meaning size, age and height they are able to get along and look past the difference.
Reviews
The Other Side
School Library Journal
GR 1-4 A story of friendship across a racial divide. Clover, the young African-American narrator, lives beside a fence that segregates her town. Her mother instructs her never to climb over to the other side because it isn't safe. But one summer morning, Clover notices a girl on the other side. Both children are curious about one another, and as the summer stretches on, Clover and Annie work up the nerve to introduce themselves. They dodge the injunction against crossing the fence by sitting on top of it together, and Clover pretends not to care when her friends react strangely at the sight of her sitting side by side with a white girl. Eventually, it's the fence that's out of place, not the friendship. Woodson's space text is easy and unencumbered. In her deft care, a story that might have suffered from heavy-handed didacticism manages to plumb great depths with understated simplicity. In Lewis care accompanying watercolor illustrations, Clover and her friends pass their summer breath a blinding sun that casts dark but shallow shadows. Text and this art work together beautifully.
Use in Library Setting
This book is a great one to use on segregation and division. After reading this book students can retrieve material that will allow them to construct barriers that will not allow other students to cross. They can also develop consequences for breaking this made up law. Questions and answers will follow to get a feel of what students learned and how they plan to make people who are different feel comfortable by eliminating any preconceived ideas.
Module 6
SLIS 5420/Module 6/July 12-17
Book for this module
The Other Side by Jacqueline Woodson
Bibliographic
Woodson,. (2001). The Other Side. New York: New York: Putnam Sons
Summary
This story reflection of children desiring to get to know each other but because of the racial tension in the town and between parents the children try to stay to themselves. When the children are at home a white fence is the only thing separating the two, and they usually spend more time staring and watching each other through the fence. As time progress on the little white girl sits on the fence and the little black girl joins her. They both came to the conclusion that their parents never said anything about not sitting on the fence to talk which leads to their bonding.
My Impression
The Other Side shows that children's desire to learn about each other and play is a natural thing, and parents can crush this by putting up barriers and creating racial tensions among the much younger generation. I personally believe racism is taught because when children see other children like them meaning size, age and height they are able to get along and look past the difference.
Reviews
The Other Side
School Library Journal
GR 1-4 A story of friendship across a racial divide. Clover, the young African-American narrator, lives beside a fence that segregates her town. Her mother instructs her never to climb over to the other side because it isn't safe. But one summer morning, Clover notices a girl on the other side. Both children are curious about one another, and as the summer stretches on, Clover and Annie work up the nerve to introduce themselves. They dodge the injunction against crossing the fence by sitting on top of it together, and Clover pretends not to care when her friends react strangely at the sight of her sitting side by side with a white girl. Eventually, it's the fence that's out of place, not the friendship. Woodson's space text is easy and unencumbered. In her deft care, a story that might have suffered from heavy-handed didacticism manages to plumb great depths with understated simplicity. In Lewis care accompanying watercolor illustrations, Clover and her friends pass their summer breath a blinding sun that casts dark but shallow shadows. Text and this art work together beautifully.
Use in Library Setting
This book is a great one to use on segregation and division. After reading this book students can retrieve material that will allow them to construct barriers that will not allow other students to cross. They can also develop consequences for breaking this made up law. Questions and answers will follow to get a feel of what students learned and how they plan to make people who are different feel comfortable by eliminating any preconceived ideas.
MISTER AND ME
MISTER AND ME
Module 6
SLIS 5420/Module 6/July 12-17
Book for this module
MISTER AND ME by Kimberly Willis Holt
Bibliographic
Holt,. (1998). MISTER AND ME. New York, New York: Penguin Putnam
Summary
MISTER AND ME is a story about a little girl who is very close to her mother and can only recall very little about her father who passed when she was young. Well, Jolene has resentment towards a gentlemen named Leroy who is trying to date her mom and she destroys an item and calls him MISTER trying to get her point across, but that does not work. Eventually Jolene's mom and Leroy get married and with time this young lady comes to like Mr. Leroy and welcomes him into the family.
My Impression
This book is great for any child experiencing a mom or dad who is dating; whether it maybe after losing a parent to death or divorce. This book may actually help a child develop a relationship with this individual and things may work out if the child is willing to open up, and get to know them.
Reviews
School Library Journal
Grade 4-6 In this touching short novel set in 1940's logging Community, Jolene Jasmine Johnson is perfectly content with her close little family made up of just herself, mommy and Grandpa. Then along comes Mister Leroy Redfield, a logger who spoils everything by distracting her mother and wheedling his way into the family with his charm. Although she has no memory of her father, the girl clings to the idea of him, providing her with one more reason to resent the new comer's intrusion despite her efforts to make Mister disappear. Jolene misdeeds only seem to strengthen his resolve to win her approval and become a permanent fixture in her life. Separate seating areas in the movie theater and her mother's part-time work serving for white women make it clear that the story takes place in a racially segregated town, but these references are not fully explained. The focus of the story is Jolene's emotional growth and her eventual acceptance of this man whose love and patience allow her to expand her notion of family.
Use in Library Setting
This book can be used to discuss sharing and the feelings that are experienced when they have to share a love one. This could be mom, dad, a sibling or a friend with a friend. Alot of times students will say I'm not your friend anymore to entice someone to be their friend. We can role play or create a skit about sharing. Students will come up with ideas to share and act this out.
Module 6
SLIS 5420/Module 6/July 12-17
Book for this module
MISTER AND ME by Kimberly Willis Holt
Bibliographic
Holt,. (1998). MISTER AND ME. New York, New York: Penguin Putnam
Summary
MISTER AND ME is a story about a little girl who is very close to her mother and can only recall very little about her father who passed when she was young. Well, Jolene has resentment towards a gentlemen named Leroy who is trying to date her mom and she destroys an item and calls him MISTER trying to get her point across, but that does not work. Eventually Jolene's mom and Leroy get married and with time this young lady comes to like Mr. Leroy and welcomes him into the family.
My Impression
This book is great for any child experiencing a mom or dad who is dating; whether it maybe after losing a parent to death or divorce. This book may actually help a child develop a relationship with this individual and things may work out if the child is willing to open up, and get to know them.
Reviews
School Library Journal
Grade 4-6 In this touching short novel set in 1940's logging Community, Jolene Jasmine Johnson is perfectly content with her close little family made up of just herself, mommy and Grandpa. Then along comes Mister Leroy Redfield, a logger who spoils everything by distracting her mother and wheedling his way into the family with his charm. Although she has no memory of her father, the girl clings to the idea of him, providing her with one more reason to resent the new comer's intrusion despite her efforts to make Mister disappear. Jolene misdeeds only seem to strengthen his resolve to win her approval and become a permanent fixture in her life. Separate seating areas in the movie theater and her mother's part-time work serving for white women make it clear that the story takes place in a racially segregated town, but these references are not fully explained. The focus of the story is Jolene's emotional growth and her eventual acceptance of this man whose love and patience allow her to expand her notion of family.
Use in Library Setting
This book can be used to discuss sharing and the feelings that are experienced when they have to share a love one. This could be mom, dad, a sibling or a friend with a friend. Alot of times students will say I'm not your friend anymore to entice someone to be their friend. We can role play or create a skit about sharing. Students will come up with ideas to share and act this out.
Sunday, July 11, 2010
Night Tourist
Night Tourist
Module 5
SLIS 5420/Module 5/July 5-11
Book for this module
Night Tourist by Katherine Marsh
Bibliographic
Marsh,. (2007). Night Tourist. New York: Hyperion Books for Children
Summary
This book is about a young man name Jack who is the main character in the story. He was hit by a car and his father a professor at the university eventually sends him to visit a friend doctor in New York and while on this trip he is separated from a tour group that he joined. He runs into a little girl named Euri who becomes his tour guide in New York City. Euri is dead and turns out that she is a ghost and they set out to find Luke's mom. Eventually they locate her and come to find out his mom was a ghost that his dad met years ago bringing her to our world and they marry. Luke is now able to put to rest that his mother really did not leave him, and with the happiness she experiences she is able to move on to her resting place.
My Impression
This book provided alot of twist and turns from the very beginning with people leaping out of office windows and Luke trying to figure things out if he is dead or not. Night Tourist really stretches the mind and imagination and a good book to read for someone who is interested in the after world and ghosts.
Reviews
Booklist
Ninth-grade classics-prodigy Jack Perdu is a loner, but his lonely life soon changes after he is struck by a car and suddenly thrust into the underworld beneath New York-the world of the dead. The story can be interesting to follow but presents a fairly easy reading style.
Use in Library Setting
We can talk about safety issues and how important it is to understand your surroundings. We can have a question and answer session to find out if anyone has been injured before, and if so how did they feel, and if anyone has been injured to the point of encountering close death, or do they know anyone that experienced this.
Module 5
SLIS 5420/Module 5/July 5-11
Book for this module
Night Tourist by Katherine Marsh
Bibliographic
Marsh,. (2007). Night Tourist. New York: Hyperion Books for Children
Summary
This book is about a young man name Jack who is the main character in the story. He was hit by a car and his father a professor at the university eventually sends him to visit a friend doctor in New York and while on this trip he is separated from a tour group that he joined. He runs into a little girl named Euri who becomes his tour guide in New York City. Euri is dead and turns out that she is a ghost and they set out to find Luke's mom. Eventually they locate her and come to find out his mom was a ghost that his dad met years ago bringing her to our world and they marry. Luke is now able to put to rest that his mother really did not leave him, and with the happiness she experiences she is able to move on to her resting place.
My Impression
This book provided alot of twist and turns from the very beginning with people leaping out of office windows and Luke trying to figure things out if he is dead or not. Night Tourist really stretches the mind and imagination and a good book to read for someone who is interested in the after world and ghosts.
Reviews
Booklist
Ninth-grade classics-prodigy Jack Perdu is a loner, but his lonely life soon changes after he is struck by a car and suddenly thrust into the underworld beneath New York-the world of the dead. The story can be interesting to follow but presents a fairly easy reading style.
Use in Library Setting
We can talk about safety issues and how important it is to understand your surroundings. We can have a question and answer session to find out if anyone has been injured before, and if so how did they feel, and if anyone has been injured to the point of encountering close death, or do they know anyone that experienced this.
Among the Hidden
Module 5
SLIS 5420/Module 5/July 5-11
Book for this module
Among the Hidden by Margaret Peterson Haddix
Bibliographic
Peterson,. (1998). Among the Hidden. New York: Simon & Schuster.
Summary
Among the Hidden is about a boy named Luke who lived in the attic always avoiding being seen by the Population Police. At night he is confined to the attic since the shades in the house are sheer and shadows can be seen and people possibly counted. Later on as Luke looks from the attic he discovers a hidden child such as himself. At first he thought he was seeing things until he watched constantly to confirm what he saw was real. Luke's dad was really over the top and forbid him to go anywhere in the house, look out the window; help out around the house or cook.
My Impression
This book was sad to me since this child was not allowed to live like a human being. Luke should have been a piece of furniture since he was not allowed to do anything a normal person could do. I did enjoy this book but moved by the young man's emotions and determination to please his family and live at the same time.
Reviews
School Library Journal
Grade 5-8 Born third at time when having more than two children per family is illegal and subject to seizure and punishment by the Population Police, Luke has spent all of his years in hiding. His parents disobeyed once by having him and are determined not to do anything unlawful again. At first the woods around his family's farm are thick enough to conceal him when he plays and works outdoors, but when the government develops some of that land for housing, his world narrows to just the attic. Gazing through an air vent at new homes, he spies a child's face at a window after the family of four has already left for the day. Is it possible that he is not the only hidden child? Answering this question brings Luke greater danger than he has ever faced before, but also greater possibilities for some kind of life outside of the attic. This is a near future of shortages and deprivation where widespread famines have led to a totalitarian government the controls all aspects of citizens lives. When the boy secretly ventures outside the attic and meets the girl in the neighboring house, he learns that expressing divergent opinions openly can lead to tragedy. To what extent is he willing to defy the government in order to have a life worth living? The law of free will is the fundamental theme of an exciting and compelling story of one young person defying authority and the odds to make a difference. Readers will be captivated by Luke's predicament and his reactions to it .
Use in Library Setting
This could be used as a great icebreaker discussing peer pressure, low self-esteem, and develop a skit for children to act out with a child being present but everyone overlooks. This could then be followed up with questions and answers.
SLIS 5420/Module 5/July 5-11
Book for this module
Among the Hidden by Margaret Peterson Haddix
Bibliographic
Peterson,. (1998). Among the Hidden. New York: Simon & Schuster.
Summary
Among the Hidden is about a boy named Luke who lived in the attic always avoiding being seen by the Population Police. At night he is confined to the attic since the shades in the house are sheer and shadows can be seen and people possibly counted. Later on as Luke looks from the attic he discovers a hidden child such as himself. At first he thought he was seeing things until he watched constantly to confirm what he saw was real. Luke's dad was really over the top and forbid him to go anywhere in the house, look out the window; help out around the house or cook.
My Impression
This book was sad to me since this child was not allowed to live like a human being. Luke should have been a piece of furniture since he was not allowed to do anything a normal person could do. I did enjoy this book but moved by the young man's emotions and determination to please his family and live at the same time.
Reviews
School Library Journal
Grade 5-8 Born third at time when having more than two children per family is illegal and subject to seizure and punishment by the Population Police, Luke has spent all of his years in hiding. His parents disobeyed once by having him and are determined not to do anything unlawful again. At first the woods around his family's farm are thick enough to conceal him when he plays and works outdoors, but when the government develops some of that land for housing, his world narrows to just the attic. Gazing through an air vent at new homes, he spies a child's face at a window after the family of four has already left for the day. Is it possible that he is not the only hidden child? Answering this question brings Luke greater danger than he has ever faced before, but also greater possibilities for some kind of life outside of the attic. This is a near future of shortages and deprivation where widespread famines have led to a totalitarian government the controls all aspects of citizens lives. When the boy secretly ventures outside the attic and meets the girl in the neighboring house, he learns that expressing divergent opinions openly can lead to tragedy. To what extent is he willing to defy the government in order to have a life worth living? The law of free will is the fundamental theme of an exciting and compelling story of one young person defying authority and the odds to make a difference. Readers will be captivated by Luke's predicament and his reactions to it .
Use in Library Setting
This could be used as a great icebreaker discussing peer pressure, low self-esteem, and develop a skit for children to act out with a child being present but everyone overlooks. This could then be followed up with questions and answers.
Saturday, July 3, 2010
Frindle
Frindle
Module 4
SLIS 5420/Module 4/June 28-4
Book for this Module
Frindle by Kevin Henkes
Bibliographic
Henkes, Kevin. (2003). Olive's Ocean. New York, NY: Harper Collins Publishers.
Summary
Frindle was about a boy named Nick who was a fifth grader that was pretty much a goof off. He was good at stalling time, side tracking teachers and simply wasting time for the class. Nick tried this with his fifth grade teacher and asked a question that his teacher sent him home to research. Since that point Nick found a pen and created a new word called frindle that replaced the word for pen. All the students picked up on it and the local newspaper was involved and with the persistent of not backing down the word frindle was eventually added to the dictionary.
My Impression
I was glad to see Nick take a chance and prove his teacher's theory on how words are added to the dictionary. I can also understand his teacher getting upset, but before long she must have realized that she had someone special in her class whom she had to admire, and by the letter he opened at a much later time in life proved to be the case.
Reviews
Booklist
Gr. 3^-6. Ten-year-old Nick Allen has a reputation for devising clever, time-wasting schemes guaranteed to distract even the most conscientious teacher. His diversions backfire in Mrs. Granger's fifth grade class, however, resulting in Nick being assigned an extra report on how new entries are added to the dictionary. Surprisingly, the research provides Nick with his best idea ever, and he decides to coin his own new word. Mrs. Granger has a passion for vocabulary but Nick's (and soon the rest of the school's) insistence on referring to pens as "frindles" annoys her greatly. The war of words escalates --resulting in after-school punishments, a home visit from the principal, national publicity economic opportunities for local entrepreneurs, and eventually inclusion of frindle in the dictionary. Slightly reminiscent of Avi's Nothing but the Truth (1991), this is a kinder, gentler story in which the two sides eventually come to a private meeting of the minds and the power of language triumphs over both. Sure to be popular with a wide range of readers, this will make a great read-aloud as well. Kay Weisman--This text refers to the Hardcover edition.
Use in Library Setting
After reading this book students could conduct a survey to see who would be interested in changing the name of an object. They could continue to follow the usage if it caught on or not. We could come back and have a Q & A session to provide feedback on how well they thought it went, and if they felt this change would really take place.
Module 4
SLIS 5420/Module 4/June 28-4
Book for this Module
Frindle by Kevin Henkes
Bibliographic
Henkes, Kevin. (2003). Olive's Ocean. New York, NY: Harper Collins Publishers.
Summary
Frindle was about a boy named Nick who was a fifth grader that was pretty much a goof off. He was good at stalling time, side tracking teachers and simply wasting time for the class. Nick tried this with his fifth grade teacher and asked a question that his teacher sent him home to research. Since that point Nick found a pen and created a new word called frindle that replaced the word for pen. All the students picked up on it and the local newspaper was involved and with the persistent of not backing down the word frindle was eventually added to the dictionary.
My Impression
I was glad to see Nick take a chance and prove his teacher's theory on how words are added to the dictionary. I can also understand his teacher getting upset, but before long she must have realized that she had someone special in her class whom she had to admire, and by the letter he opened at a much later time in life proved to be the case.
Reviews
Booklist
Gr. 3^-6. Ten-year-old Nick Allen has a reputation for devising clever, time-wasting schemes guaranteed to distract even the most conscientious teacher. His diversions backfire in Mrs. Granger's fifth grade class, however, resulting in Nick being assigned an extra report on how new entries are added to the dictionary. Surprisingly, the research provides Nick with his best idea ever, and he decides to coin his own new word. Mrs. Granger has a passion for vocabulary but Nick's (and soon the rest of the school's) insistence on referring to pens as "frindles" annoys her greatly. The war of words escalates --resulting in after-school punishments, a home visit from the principal, national publicity economic opportunities for local entrepreneurs, and eventually inclusion of frindle in the dictionary. Slightly reminiscent of Avi's Nothing but the Truth (1991), this is a kinder, gentler story in which the two sides eventually come to a private meeting of the minds and the power of language triumphs over both. Sure to be popular with a wide range of readers, this will make a great read-aloud as well. Kay Weisman--This text refers to the Hardcover edition.
Use in Library Setting
After reading this book students could conduct a survey to see who would be interested in changing the name of an object. They could continue to follow the usage if it caught on or not. We could come back and have a Q & A session to provide feedback on how well they thought it went, and if they felt this change would really take place.
A Step From Heaven
A Step From Heaven
Module 4
SLIS 5420/Module 4/June 28-4
Book for this Module
A Step From Heaven by An Na
Bibliographic
Na, An. (2001). A Step From Heaven. Ashville North Carolina: Front Street.
Summary
A Step From Heaven was about a Korean girl named Young Ju who's family moved to the United States in search of a better life; however this Americanized life was far from a better one. Young Ju's mother was expecting and they tried to fit in and do what the Americans did. The father became insecure and begin to drink, beat his wife and Young Ju. After her brother was born and a little older, daddy would abuse him as well.
The only friend Young had was a girl named Amanda and her father forbid her to see Amanda, and Young begin to live behind a tale of lies. From being dropped off at a house where she did not live or supposedly spending excessive amounts of time at the library. Although Young was a smart girl she desired the life of Amanda since hers was very dysfunctional.
My Impression
This book displays a fairly realistic view of children living with alcoholic parents whether immigrants or not must learn to cope the best way possible. Constantly living under embarrassment and torn between divulging the truth or living their life as a terrible dream.
Reviews
School Library Journal
Grade 8 up-An Na's 2002 Printz winning novel (Front St., 2001) is brought to full effect in this reading by Jina Oh. Young Ju emigrates from Korea with her parents when she is four a few months later they live in a shabby apartment in Southern California, and the family expanded to include a newborn baby boy. The parents work long hours at multiple jobs, and Young Ju struggles first to understand what is going on in school and then to be permitted to participate in typically American schoolgirl activities. The pressures of immigration, language difficulties, and oppositional cultural expectations lend Young Ju's father to become bitter and often a drunk man, physically abusive of his wife and, eventually his daughter. The stresses of the disintegrating family work on each of its member sending Young Ju's mother into a religious foray and her brother into a middle school truancy. By the time Young Ju is ready to leave for college her father has returned to Korea and her mother has been able to establish the family in their own American home. Each of the chapters in this emotionally succinct novel might be read as a short story, although the plot-the acclimation of one young girl to a new culture and to her own family is steady and at times suspenseful.
Use in Library Setting
This book could be used to inform students what to look for in case they feel someone may be in trouble and need assistance, but unsure how to reach out. Inviting speakers in to give professional advice on what signs to look for and how to handle it will be good. Also, a speaker who has experienced this type of abuse could come and have a short talk with the readers.
Module 4
SLIS 5420/Module 4/June 28-4
Book for this Module
A Step From Heaven by An Na
Bibliographic
Na, An. (2001). A Step From Heaven. Ashville North Carolina: Front Street.
Summary
A Step From Heaven was about a Korean girl named Young Ju who's family moved to the United States in search of a better life; however this Americanized life was far from a better one. Young Ju's mother was expecting and they tried to fit in and do what the Americans did. The father became insecure and begin to drink, beat his wife and Young Ju. After her brother was born and a little older, daddy would abuse him as well.
The only friend Young had was a girl named Amanda and her father forbid her to see Amanda, and Young begin to live behind a tale of lies. From being dropped off at a house where she did not live or supposedly spending excessive amounts of time at the library. Although Young was a smart girl she desired the life of Amanda since hers was very dysfunctional.
My Impression
This book displays a fairly realistic view of children living with alcoholic parents whether immigrants or not must learn to cope the best way possible. Constantly living under embarrassment and torn between divulging the truth or living their life as a terrible dream.
Reviews
School Library Journal
Grade 8 up-An Na's 2002 Printz winning novel (Front St., 2001) is brought to full effect in this reading by Jina Oh. Young Ju emigrates from Korea with her parents when she is four a few months later they live in a shabby apartment in Southern California, and the family expanded to include a newborn baby boy. The parents work long hours at multiple jobs, and Young Ju struggles first to understand what is going on in school and then to be permitted to participate in typically American schoolgirl activities. The pressures of immigration, language difficulties, and oppositional cultural expectations lend Young Ju's father to become bitter and often a drunk man, physically abusive of his wife and, eventually his daughter. The stresses of the disintegrating family work on each of its member sending Young Ju's mother into a religious foray and her brother into a middle school truancy. By the time Young Ju is ready to leave for college her father has returned to Korea and her mother has been able to establish the family in their own American home. Each of the chapters in this emotionally succinct novel might be read as a short story, although the plot-the acclimation of one young girl to a new culture and to her own family is steady and at times suspenseful.
Use in Library Setting
This book could be used to inform students what to look for in case they feel someone may be in trouble and need assistance, but unsure how to reach out. Inviting speakers in to give professional advice on what signs to look for and how to handle it will be good. Also, a speaker who has experienced this type of abuse could come and have a short talk with the readers.
Wednesday, June 30, 2010
BUD, NOT BUDDY
BUD, BUD NOT BUDDY
Module 3
SLIS 5420/Module 3/ June 21-27
Book for this module
BUD, BUD NOT BUDDY by Christopher Paul Curtis
Bibliographic
Curtis, Christopher. (1999). Bud, not Buddy. New York, NY: Random House Inc.
Summary
Bud, Not Buddy is about a little orphan boy who has set out to locate his father. He literally will stop at nothing to find him. He sleeps under trees and in the library, and hides a lot of different places not to be taken back to his former orphanage home. His only companion appears to be an old suitcase that doesn't easily depart from Bud.
My Impression
This book is full of suspense the reader never knows what comes next. It keeps the reader engaged and on the edge of their seat. Being a mother it's hard to imagine any child having to endure what Bud experienced. This did have realistic scenes that many children are faced with today. It was sad and encouraging all at the same time. The boldness that Bud displayed being so young would inspire people of all ages. He wasn't afraid and was full of determination. The pocket knife he carried was his little secret weapon and usually kept it handy. A knock to him was just another stepping stone that thrust him closer to his destination.
Reviews
School Library Journal
Gr 4-7 When 10 year old Bud Caldwell runs away from his new foster home, he realizes he has nowhere to go but to search for the father he has never known: a legendary jazz musical advertised on some old posters his deceased mother had kept. A friendly stranger picks him up on the road in the middle of the night and deposits him in Grand Rapid, MI, with Herman E. Calloway and his jazz band, but the man Bud was convinced was his father turns out to be old, cold, and cantankerous. As the story progresses Bud finds out that Herman E. Calloway is his grandfather and the room he has been sleeping in belonged to his mother. Curtis gives a fresh, new look to a traditional orphan-finds-a-home story that would be a crackerjack read-aloud. Kathleen Isaacs, Edmund Burke School, Washington DC Copyright 1999 Cahners Business Information.
Use in Library Setting
This book can be used to introduce shelters and how some individuals live and struggle with daily habitation. It can also be used to teach priority and thankfulness. Various objects can be supplied and students will choose what they feel is most important to place in their brown paper bags used as a suitcase. Discussion time can be provided for students to explain why they chose what they placed in the bags and its significance.
Module 3
SLIS 5420/Module 3/ June 21-27
Book for this module
BUD, BUD NOT BUDDY by Christopher Paul Curtis
Bibliographic
Curtis, Christopher. (1999). Bud, not Buddy. New York, NY: Random House Inc.
Summary
Bud, Not Buddy is about a little orphan boy who has set out to locate his father. He literally will stop at nothing to find him. He sleeps under trees and in the library, and hides a lot of different places not to be taken back to his former orphanage home. His only companion appears to be an old suitcase that doesn't easily depart from Bud.
My Impression
This book is full of suspense the reader never knows what comes next. It keeps the reader engaged and on the edge of their seat. Being a mother it's hard to imagine any child having to endure what Bud experienced. This did have realistic scenes that many children are faced with today. It was sad and encouraging all at the same time. The boldness that Bud displayed being so young would inspire people of all ages. He wasn't afraid and was full of determination. The pocket knife he carried was his little secret weapon and usually kept it handy. A knock to him was just another stepping stone that thrust him closer to his destination.
Reviews
School Library Journal
Gr 4-7 When 10 year old Bud Caldwell runs away from his new foster home, he realizes he has nowhere to go but to search for the father he has never known: a legendary jazz musical advertised on some old posters his deceased mother had kept. A friendly stranger picks him up on the road in the middle of the night and deposits him in Grand Rapid, MI, with Herman E. Calloway and his jazz band, but the man Bud was convinced was his father turns out to be old, cold, and cantankerous. As the story progresses Bud finds out that Herman E. Calloway is his grandfather and the room he has been sleeping in belonged to his mother. Curtis gives a fresh, new look to a traditional orphan-finds-a-home story that would be a crackerjack read-aloud. Kathleen Isaacs, Edmund Burke School, Washington DC Copyright 1999 Cahners Business Information.
Use in Library Setting
This book can be used to introduce shelters and how some individuals live and struggle with daily habitation. It can also be used to teach priority and thankfulness. Various objects can be supplied and students will choose what they feel is most important to place in their brown paper bags used as a suitcase. Discussion time can be provided for students to explain why they chose what they placed in the bags and its significance.
Before We Were Free
Module 3
SLIS 5420/Module 3/June 21-27
Book for this module
Before we were Free by Julia Alvarez
Bibliographic
Alvarez, Julia. (2004). Before we were Free. New York, NY: Random House, Inc.
Summary
Before We Were Free is a story of a family living life under a tyrant. The family had several relatives who successfully made their way to the United States. Anita is trying hard to understand why people are moving away and what is taking place around her. At some point her home is invaded by the SIMS a secret service group, and they stake out her home for days at a time. The family members move cautiously throughout the home sleeping in the same room. The question still remains what is going on and why? Anita's father and other members who attempt to overthrow the government in an attempt to create a better life are captured and killed. Anita and her mother eventually move to the United States where they are free, but a part of them still remains back home in the Dominican Republic, and although people call her father a hero there still remains an emptiness that will never be filled. Freedom to them would be a whole lot better if dad was still around.
My Impression
The book was well written and easy to follow. Young teenage girls will easily relate to this book in the area of Anita's body going through changes as she becomes a young woman. This book opened up my eyes in many ways of a better understanding of lengths that individuals go through to obtain freedom. Sometimes what we take for granted Before We Were Free gives a quick jolt of how many people are still living under a cruel dictatorship in 2010. This book had my emotions going in alot of different ways with an overwhelming sense of compassion. This book brings a sense of appreciation and a wake up call to freedom that we sometimes forget that we have and need to be reminded. Anyone who reads this book will appreciate the author's work and the realistic viewpoints.
Reviews
Publishers Weekly
In the 1st YA novel Alvarez (How the Garcia Girls Lost Their Accents) proves as gifted at writing for adolescents as she is for adults. Here she brings her warmth sensitivity and eye for detail to a volatile setting the Dominican Republic of her childhood, during the 1960-1961 attempts to overthrow Trujillo's dictatorship. The story open as 12 year-old narrator Anita watches her cousins, the Garcia girls abruptly leave for the U.S. with their parents: Anita's own immediate family are now the only ones occupying the extended family's compound. Alvarez relays the terror of the Trujillo regime in a muted but unmistakable tone; for a while Anita's parents protect her both from the ruler's criminal even murderous ways and also from knowledge of their involvement in the planned coup d', tat. Later as Anita understands the adults conversation and what is going on her father and uncle are arrested and she and her mom go into hiding at a friend's home living out of a closet. Alvarez conveys the hopeful ending with as much passion as suffuses the tragedies that precede it a stirring work of art. Ages 12-up.
Use in Library Setting
This book could be used as a short history lesson on freedom. Granted it is fairly long but with well thought out segments and examples it could definitely be done. This is a book that could be a part of a reading book club, and after the completion of the book the students could turn parts of it into a play. This book covers cause/effect, tyranny and dictatorship that should be covered in a history class.
SLIS 5420/Module 3/June 21-27
Book for this module
Before we were Free by Julia Alvarez
Bibliographic
Alvarez, Julia. (2004). Before we were Free. New York, NY: Random House, Inc.
Summary
Before We Were Free is a story of a family living life under a tyrant. The family had several relatives who successfully made their way to the United States. Anita is trying hard to understand why people are moving away and what is taking place around her. At some point her home is invaded by the SIMS a secret service group, and they stake out her home for days at a time. The family members move cautiously throughout the home sleeping in the same room. The question still remains what is going on and why? Anita's father and other members who attempt to overthrow the government in an attempt to create a better life are captured and killed. Anita and her mother eventually move to the United States where they are free, but a part of them still remains back home in the Dominican Republic, and although people call her father a hero there still remains an emptiness that will never be filled. Freedom to them would be a whole lot better if dad was still around.
My Impression
The book was well written and easy to follow. Young teenage girls will easily relate to this book in the area of Anita's body going through changes as she becomes a young woman. This book opened up my eyes in many ways of a better understanding of lengths that individuals go through to obtain freedom. Sometimes what we take for granted Before We Were Free gives a quick jolt of how many people are still living under a cruel dictatorship in 2010. This book had my emotions going in alot of different ways with an overwhelming sense of compassion. This book brings a sense of appreciation and a wake up call to freedom that we sometimes forget that we have and need to be reminded. Anyone who reads this book will appreciate the author's work and the realistic viewpoints.
Reviews
Publishers Weekly
In the 1st YA novel Alvarez (How the Garcia Girls Lost Their Accents) proves as gifted at writing for adolescents as she is for adults. Here she brings her warmth sensitivity and eye for detail to a volatile setting the Dominican Republic of her childhood, during the 1960-1961 attempts to overthrow Trujillo's dictatorship. The story open as 12 year-old narrator Anita watches her cousins, the Garcia girls abruptly leave for the U.S. with their parents: Anita's own immediate family are now the only ones occupying the extended family's compound. Alvarez relays the terror of the Trujillo regime in a muted but unmistakable tone; for a while Anita's parents protect her both from the ruler's criminal even murderous ways and also from knowledge of their involvement in the planned coup d', tat. Later as Anita understands the adults conversation and what is going on her father and uncle are arrested and she and her mom go into hiding at a friend's home living out of a closet. Alvarez conveys the hopeful ending with as much passion as suffuses the tragedies that precede it a stirring work of art. Ages 12-up.
Use in Library Setting
This book could be used as a short history lesson on freedom. Granted it is fairly long but with well thought out segments and examples it could definitely be done. This is a book that could be a part of a reading book club, and after the completion of the book the students could turn parts of it into a play. This book covers cause/effect, tyranny and dictatorship that should be covered in a history class.
Sunday, June 20, 2010
BOXES FOR KATJE
BOXES FOR KATJE
Module 2
SLIS 5420/Module 2/June 14-20
Book for this module
BOXES FOR KATJE by Candace Fleming
Bibliographic
Fleming,. (2003). BOXES FOR KATJE. Canada: Douglas & McIntyre Ltd..
Summary
Boxes for Katje is a story of a young girl and her family's survival after the war. The devastation from the war left everyone very poor and with little to work with and rebuild. American children back in the states begin to pull resources together and sent it to the children in Dutch. Katje was a recipient of a box and begin to develop a relationship with her American friend. They communicated by letter and many people begin to give donations to Katje's friend, and the American girl would send over all the boxes. These boxes sustained this Dutch community during the hard times and later when Katje could repay her, Katje and her mom sent as a gift to America tulip bulbs from Katje.
My Impression
Boxes for Katje reminds me of the Samaritan Purse of children from American collecting items and sending them to other children around the world. In the book Boxes for Katje a relationship is built and lives are changed and sustained in a time that is critical for even the smallest individual to survive. The book is a reminder that we can still help others whether big or small. I love the impact this book made on me letting me know that if I am willing I can make a change whether big or small.
Reviews
From Booklist
K-Gr. 3. In May 1945, a Dutch girl named Katje is thrilled to receive a letter and a package of socks, soap, and chocolate from Rosie, a girl she doesn't know who lives in Mayfield, Indiana. The kids start to exchange letters, and when Rosie's family member learn of Holland's severe post-war deprivations, they enlist Mayfield residents to send food and clothes to Katje, who generously shares the gift with others in her community. The sense of suffering isn't strong here, in part because the Dutch townspeople are almost always depicted as smiling about the packages. But the story is still moving, and Dressen-McWueen's lively illustrations, in colored pencil, oil pastel, and acrylic, pack lots of color, pattern and historical details onto every expansive page. Fleming based the book on her mother's experience, which she describes in an author's note; in the real-life story, however, adults, not children, orchestrated the events, a finding that may be a little disappointing to kids who took the book, with its specific dates, town names and heroic, generous children, as straight fact. Kathleen Odean Copyright American Library Association. All rights reserved.
Use in Library Setting
This book can be use to explain a history lesson of how other people live in other parts of the world and the cause and effect on war. It can also be a great discussion for items that we take for granted how others can benefit from them.
Module 2
SLIS 5420/Module 2/June 14-20
Book for this module
BOXES FOR KATJE by Candace Fleming
Bibliographic
Fleming,. (2003). BOXES FOR KATJE. Canada: Douglas & McIntyre Ltd..
Summary
Boxes for Katje is a story of a young girl and her family's survival after the war. The devastation from the war left everyone very poor and with little to work with and rebuild. American children back in the states begin to pull resources together and sent it to the children in Dutch. Katje was a recipient of a box and begin to develop a relationship with her American friend. They communicated by letter and many people begin to give donations to Katje's friend, and the American girl would send over all the boxes. These boxes sustained this Dutch community during the hard times and later when Katje could repay her, Katje and her mom sent as a gift to America tulip bulbs from Katje.
My Impression
Boxes for Katje reminds me of the Samaritan Purse of children from American collecting items and sending them to other children around the world. In the book Boxes for Katje a relationship is built and lives are changed and sustained in a time that is critical for even the smallest individual to survive. The book is a reminder that we can still help others whether big or small. I love the impact this book made on me letting me know that if I am willing I can make a change whether big or small.
Reviews
From Booklist
K-Gr. 3. In May 1945, a Dutch girl named Katje is thrilled to receive a letter and a package of socks, soap, and chocolate from Rosie, a girl she doesn't know who lives in Mayfield, Indiana. The kids start to exchange letters, and when Rosie's family member learn of Holland's severe post-war deprivations, they enlist Mayfield residents to send food and clothes to Katje, who generously shares the gift with others in her community. The sense of suffering isn't strong here, in part because the Dutch townspeople are almost always depicted as smiling about the packages. But the story is still moving, and Dressen-McWueen's lively illustrations, in colored pencil, oil pastel, and acrylic, pack lots of color, pattern and historical details onto every expansive page. Fleming based the book on her mother's experience, which she describes in an author's note; in the real-life story, however, adults, not children, orchestrated the events, a finding that may be a little disappointing to kids who took the book, with its specific dates, town names and heroic, generous children, as straight fact. Kathleen Odean Copyright American Library Association. All rights reserved.
Use in Library Setting
This book can be use to explain a history lesson of how other people live in other parts of the world and the cause and effect on war. It can also be a great discussion for items that we take for granted how others can benefit from them.
PINK and SAY
PINK and SAY
Module 2
SLIS 5420/Module 2/June 14-20
Book for this module
PINK and SAY by Patricia Polacco
Bibliographic
Polacco,. (1994). Pink and say. New York, New York: Philomel Books.
Summary
Pink and Say is a story about two young men fighting in the Civil War. These young men paths cross when one is combing the area and finds the other who is injured lying in a pasture. The injured one is white and his newly found friend is black. Pink the African American carries Say to his mom's house who lives near by to re cooperate and Moe Moe Bay is extremely excited to see her son Pink and shows unconditional love to Say. Moe Moe is under the impression that her son Pink is home for good since everyone else has abandoned her; however by the boys staying with her places them in grave danger. In the process of the boys leaving, the Marauders visited Moe Moe's property and kills her, and after the boys buried Pink's mom they are caught during their travel and separated. Say is spared but Pink murdered. Now the story is told by Say throughout his generation and eventually the story is captured by author Patricia Polacco who is part of this linage and writes the book called Pink and Say.
My Impression
This book was a heart wrenching story of two men of different colors but who desired the same thing. Both races desire to be loved, make a positive impact on society and live a normal life. This book illustrated and brought the realization alive of some of the realities that took place during this era.
Reviews
From School Library Journal
Grade 4 Up - This picture book set during the Civil War is a departure for Polacco in terms of content and audience. It is certainly the deepest and most serious book she has done. Polacco's artwork in fact has never been better. She uses dramatic perspectives, dynamic compositions, and faces full of emotion to carry her powerful tale. History comes to life in this remarkable book.
Lauralyn Persson, Wilmette Public Library, IL copyright 1994 Reed Business Information, Inc.
Use in Library Setting
Although this book is geared toward ages 4-8 it can be used as a supplement for the content area of the Civil War. It's a wonderful book full of illustrations that paint pictures for older children that will help them grasp the basic concept and reality of the Civil War.
Module 2
SLIS 5420/Module 2/June 14-20
Book for this module
PINK and SAY by Patricia Polacco
Bibliographic
Polacco,. (1994). Pink and say. New York, New York: Philomel Books.
Summary
Pink and Say is a story about two young men fighting in the Civil War. These young men paths cross when one is combing the area and finds the other who is injured lying in a pasture. The injured one is white and his newly found friend is black. Pink the African American carries Say to his mom's house who lives near by to re cooperate and Moe Moe Bay is extremely excited to see her son Pink and shows unconditional love to Say. Moe Moe is under the impression that her son Pink is home for good since everyone else has abandoned her; however by the boys staying with her places them in grave danger. In the process of the boys leaving, the Marauders visited Moe Moe's property and kills her, and after the boys buried Pink's mom they are caught during their travel and separated. Say is spared but Pink murdered. Now the story is told by Say throughout his generation and eventually the story is captured by author Patricia Polacco who is part of this linage and writes the book called Pink and Say.
My Impression
This book was a heart wrenching story of two men of different colors but who desired the same thing. Both races desire to be loved, make a positive impact on society and live a normal life. This book illustrated and brought the realization alive of some of the realities that took place during this era.
Reviews
From School Library Journal
Grade 4 Up - This picture book set during the Civil War is a departure for Polacco in terms of content and audience. It is certainly the deepest and most serious book she has done. Polacco's artwork in fact has never been better. She uses dramatic perspectives, dynamic compositions, and faces full of emotion to carry her powerful tale. History comes to life in this remarkable book.
Lauralyn Persson, Wilmette Public Library, IL copyright 1994 Reed Business Information, Inc.
Use in Library Setting
Although this book is geared toward ages 4-8 it can be used as a supplement for the content area of the Civil War. It's a wonderful book full of illustrations that paint pictures for older children that will help them grasp the basic concept and reality of the Civil War.
Thursday, June 17, 2010
The Secret Garden
The Secret Garden
Module 1
SLIS 5420/Module 1/June 7-13
Book for this module
The Secret Garden by Frances Hodgson Burnett
Bibliographic
Burnett,. (1994). The Secret Garden. New York: Playmore Inc., Publishers and Waldman Publishing Corp.,.
Summary
This book was about a selfish little girl who became an orphan after the death of her parents and was sent to live with an uncle that was well off. Mary's heart was hardened against people in general since her parents and other people never paid her any attention. Although Mary was cared for by an assigned nurse the nurse provided Mary with everything she requested. The only and most important thing was love that she longed for. Mary was labeled as difficult and hard to get along with child, but after arriving at her uncle's place she begin to settle in but with much curiosity. She was provide with an individual to meet her needs but who also provide her with a taste of reality, meaning everything did not evolve around her. She eventually made friends with children her age and helped a locked away child believe in life again. Mary's soured uncle eventually came around and begin to learn how to love his son whom had been locked away from birth after his wife's death.
My Impression
The Secret Garden to me is a book about second chances. Many times our story plot is not what we wish it to be, but there is always light at the end of the tunnel. Mary was divinely placed in her situation to eventually help people who needed her the most, although she was extremely selfish she was able to overcome that and teach another child through her experience. Based on how she interacted with Mr. Craven's son made her a mender for the entire family. I loved this book because it's amazing what a change of attitude and faith will do for anyone.
Reviews
Bowker's Books in Print Professional
Following Sterling's spectacularly successful launch of its children's classic novels (240,000 books in print to date), comes a dazzling new series: Classic Starts. The stories are abridged; the quality is complete. Classic Startstreats the world's be loves tales (and children) with the respect they deserve--all at an incomparable price. The discovery of a neglected garden transforms the life of a sullen and unloved little girl-and everyone around her, too. When the newly orphaned Mary Lennox leaves her native India and arrives at the uncle's mansion in Yorkshire, everything seems strange to her. The Mary hears of a mysterious garden where no one has set foot in 10 years. With the help of some new friends, she plans to uncover its secrets...and make it blossom once again.
Use in Library Setting
This book could be used to talk about selfishness and gardening. With older students we can discuss ways that we can miss out if we continue to operate in selfishness, and if we want something to grow we must tend to it like a garden. After reading such a book an activity could be to plant flowers and see what happens if we neglect them or take care of them.
Module 1
SLIS 5420/Module 1/June 7-13
Book for this module
The Secret Garden by Frances Hodgson Burnett
Bibliographic
Burnett,. (1994). The Secret Garden. New York: Playmore Inc., Publishers and Waldman Publishing Corp.,.
Summary
This book was about a selfish little girl who became an orphan after the death of her parents and was sent to live with an uncle that was well off. Mary's heart was hardened against people in general since her parents and other people never paid her any attention. Although Mary was cared for by an assigned nurse the nurse provided Mary with everything she requested. The only and most important thing was love that she longed for. Mary was labeled as difficult and hard to get along with child, but after arriving at her uncle's place she begin to settle in but with much curiosity. She was provide with an individual to meet her needs but who also provide her with a taste of reality, meaning everything did not evolve around her. She eventually made friends with children her age and helped a locked away child believe in life again. Mary's soured uncle eventually came around and begin to learn how to love his son whom had been locked away from birth after his wife's death.
My Impression
The Secret Garden to me is a book about second chances. Many times our story plot is not what we wish it to be, but there is always light at the end of the tunnel. Mary was divinely placed in her situation to eventually help people who needed her the most, although she was extremely selfish she was able to overcome that and teach another child through her experience. Based on how she interacted with Mr. Craven's son made her a mender for the entire family. I loved this book because it's amazing what a change of attitude and faith will do for anyone.
Reviews
Bowker's Books in Print Professional
Following Sterling's spectacularly successful launch of its children's classic novels (240,000 books in print to date), comes a dazzling new series: Classic Starts. The stories are abridged; the quality is complete. Classic Startstreats the world's be loves tales (and children) with the respect they deserve--all at an incomparable price. The discovery of a neglected garden transforms the life of a sullen and unloved little girl-and everyone around her, too. When the newly orphaned Mary Lennox leaves her native India and arrives at the uncle's mansion in Yorkshire, everything seems strange to her. The Mary hears of a mysterious garden where no one has set foot in 10 years. With the help of some new friends, she plans to uncover its secrets...and make it blossom once again.
Use in Library Setting
This book could be used to talk about selfishness and gardening. With older students we can discuss ways that we can miss out if we continue to operate in selfishness, and if we want something to grow we must tend to it like a garden. After reading such a book an activity could be to plant flowers and see what happens if we neglect them or take care of them.
Wednesday, June 16, 2010
The Runaway Bunny
Module 1
SLIS 5420/Module 1/June 7-13
Book for this module
The Runaway Bunny by Margaret Wise Brown
Bibliographic
Brown,. (1942). Runaway Bunny. New York, NY: HarperCollins
Publishers.
ISBN: 0-06-443018-9
Summary
A little bunny kept desiring to run away from his mommy to various locations. It may be that he would run away to a trout stream and his mom would say I'll be a fisherman and fish for you, or the little bunny desired to be a bird and fly away, and the mom would say I'll become a tree so you can fly home to me.
My Impression
This book really shows the unconditional love that parents can have for their children allowing them space to grow and being there for them and encouraging them along the way. It's not uncommon for some children to think about runaway for whatever reason but redirecting them very cleverly like the little bunny would possibly make them rethink their decision.
Reviews
Amazon.com Review
Since its publication in 1942, The Runaway Bunny has never been out of print. Generations of sleepy children and grateful parents have loved the classics of Margaret Wise Brown and Clement Hurd, including Goodnight Moon. The Runaway Bunny begins with a young bunny who decides to run away: "If you run away,' said his mother, 'I will run after you. For you are my little bunny. "And so begins a delightful, imaginary gamed of chase. No matter how many forms the little bunny takes--a fish in a stream, a crocus in a hidden garden, a rock on a mountain--his steadfast, adoring, protective mother finds a way of retrieving him. The soothing rhythm of the bunny banter--along with the surreal, dream-like pictures--never fail to infuse young readers with a complete sense of security and peace. For any small child who has toyed with the idea of running away or testing the strength of Mom's love, this old favorite will comfort and reassure. (Baby to preschool) --This text refers to the Board Book edition.
Use in Library Setting
This is a great book to present during story time for preschooler up to kindergartens. This is a wonderful book to read when discussing feelings and how some situations make them feel. This will allow the smaller children to open up and possibly act out some feelings and how their mom or parent may feel and work to cheer them up.
SLIS 5420/Module 1/June 7-13
Book for this module
The Runaway Bunny by Margaret Wise Brown
Bibliographic
Brown,. (1942). Runaway Bunny. New York, NY: HarperCollins
Publishers.
ISBN: 0-06-443018-9
Summary
A little bunny kept desiring to run away from his mommy to various locations. It may be that he would run away to a trout stream and his mom would say I'll be a fisherman and fish for you, or the little bunny desired to be a bird and fly away, and the mom would say I'll become a tree so you can fly home to me.
My Impression
This book really shows the unconditional love that parents can have for their children allowing them space to grow and being there for them and encouraging them along the way. It's not uncommon for some children to think about runaway for whatever reason but redirecting them very cleverly like the little bunny would possibly make them rethink their decision.
Reviews
Amazon.com Review
Since its publication in 1942, The Runaway Bunny has never been out of print. Generations of sleepy children and grateful parents have loved the classics of Margaret Wise Brown and Clement Hurd, including Goodnight Moon. The Runaway Bunny begins with a young bunny who decides to run away: "If you run away,' said his mother, 'I will run after you. For you are my little bunny. "And so begins a delightful, imaginary gamed of chase. No matter how many forms the little bunny takes--a fish in a stream, a crocus in a hidden garden, a rock on a mountain--his steadfast, adoring, protective mother finds a way of retrieving him. The soothing rhythm of the bunny banter--along with the surreal, dream-like pictures--never fail to infuse young readers with a complete sense of security and peace. For any small child who has toyed with the idea of running away or testing the strength of Mom's love, this old favorite will comfort and reassure. (Baby to preschool) --This text refers to the Board Book edition.
Use in Library Setting
This is a great book to present during story time for preschooler up to kindergartens. This is a wonderful book to read when discussing feelings and how some situations make them feel. This will allow the smaller children to open up and possibly act out some feelings and how their mom or parent may feel and work to cheer them up.
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