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Wednesday, December 14, 2016 1:54:41 AM
Andrea Mack wrote a blog post titled Learning from Picture Books – PIRASAURS!:
Andrea said, "Another fun book about pirates! And who doesn't love dinosaurs? I really enjoyed reading this one -- it begs to be read aloud.Summary from the Publisher:Meet the Pirasaurs, a ragtag team of seasoned pirate dinosaurs looking for adventure and..." more
Thursday, November 17, 2016 4:22:28 AM
Andrea Mack wrote a blog post titled Learning from Picture Books – NEVER FOLLOW A DINOSAUR:
Andrea said, "I don't often find books with mysteries in them for young children, so I was intrigued by this one. It was especially fun that the children were hunting a dinosaur!Summary from the Publisher:Sally and Joe are convinced that the mysterious footprints..." more
Monday, November 7, 2016 3:22:03 AM
Andrea Mack wrote a blog post titled Marvelous Middle Grade Monday – STILL A WORK IN PROGRESS:
Andrea said, "I loved Jo Knowles’ emotional middle grade SEE YOU AT HARRY’S, so I was excited to read this book. It’s written from the perspective of a boy whose sibling has a mental illness.Description from Amazon:Noah is just trying to make it through..." more
Thursday, October 27, 2016 6:06:56 PM
Andrea Mack wrote a blog post titled Learning from Picture Books – HEY, THAT’S MY MONSTER!:
Andrea said, "I especially loved exploring the illustrations in this book. I haven’t read the first book by this author and illustrator duo, I NEED MY MONSTER, but now I want to!Summary from the Publisher: When Ethan checks under the bed for his monster, he..." more
Monday, October 17, 2016 3:19:13 AM
Andrea Mack wrote a blog post titled Marvelous Middle Grade Monday – THE BIRCHBARK HOUSE:
Andrea said, "I discovered this book in the summer and really enjoyed it. I like reading about the details of life from different perspectives and time periods. This would be a really good book to share with students to help them learn about another..." more
Thursday, October 13, 2016 3:36:03 AM
Andrea Mack wrote a blog post titled Learning from Picture Books – QUIT CALLING ME A MONSTER!:
Andrea said, "Since Hallowe'en is approaching, I thought this was a fun choice for a "monster" book that isn't too scary. This will make kids laugh.Summary from the Publisher:Floyd Patterson is so much more than shaggy purple fur and pointy monster teeth—why..." more
Thursday, October 6, 2016 3:38:40 AM
Andrea Mack wrote a blog post titled Learning from Picture Books – LITTLE RED AND THE VERY HUNGRY LION:
Andrea said, "I really love fractured fairy-tales and this one was a lot of fun! I especially liked the safari theme and the confidence and creativity of Little Red.Summary from the Publisher: Little Red sets off to visit her auntie who is poorly. She walks..." more
Monday, September 26, 2016 3:59:54 AM
Andrea Mack wrote a blog post titled Marvelous Middle Grade Monday – ONE FOR THE MURPHYS:
Andrea said, "This book has been on my reading wish list for a long time and I’m so glad I finally got to read it (as an e-book from the Toronto Public Library). But a warning if you haven’t read it – you may need a box of tissues by your side for this..." more
Friday, September 23, 2016 4:11:11 AM
Andrea Mack wrote a blog post titled Learning from Picture Books – FRANK AND LUCKY GET SCHOOLED:
Andrea said, "This is a fun book for dog lovers! Older primary students will definitely appreciate the humor. Summary from the Publisher: On a rainy day, Frank’s parents take him to the shelter to get a new dog. That’s how Frank finds Lucky, and from..." more
Thursday, September 15, 2016 4:23:34 AM
Andrea Mack wrote a blog post titled Learning from Picture Books –SEED TO SUNFLOWER:
Andrea said, "I was thrilled to discover this non-fiction book because the sunflowers my class planted last year have grown to be so big over the summer! It’s a perfect selection for a classroom science book shelf! Summary from Amazon: How do sunflowers..." more
Monday, September 12, 2016 4:27:33 AM
Andrea Mack wrote a blog post titled Marvelous Middle Grade Monday – NINE, TEN: A SEPTEMBER 11 STORY:
Andrea said, "I remember where I was on September 11, 2001 and how the shock and horror of the event rocked my life, even though I was hundreds of miles away. When I read this book, I appreciated how the author tried to show the impact of this event on everyday..." more
Thursday, September 8, 2016 3:54:29 AM
Andrea Mack wrote a blog post titled Learning from Picture Books – SCHOOL’S FIRST DAY OF SCHOOL:
Andrea said, "I enjoyed this fresh perspective on the back-to-school story.Summary from the Publisher: It's the first day of school at Frederick Douglass Elementary and everyone's just a little bit nervous, especially the school itself. What will the children do..." more
Thursday, September 1, 2016 3:45:37 AM
Andrea Mack wrote a blog post titled Learning from Picture Books – A TIGER TAIL:
Andrea said, "The subtitle is: Or What Happened to Anya on Her First Day of School. This is a fun twist on a back-to-school story, with a classic message about how everyone is different.Summary from the Publisher:From the creative mind of rising star Mike Boldt..." more
Monday, August 22, 2016 4:20:03 AM
Andrea Mack wrote a blog post titled Marvelous Middle Grade Monday – SONG OF THE LIONESS: ALANNA:
Andrea said, "I decided to try this book when it became available as an e-book through my local library and I’m so glad I did! I really enjoyed this compelling fantasy and now I want to read the rest of the series.Description from Amazon:Young Alanna of Trebond..." more
Thursday, August 11, 2016 3:28:48 AM
Andrea Mack wrote a blog post titled Learning from Picture Books: FINDING WINNIE:
Andrea said, "Now that the library strike is over, I’ve lugged home a big armload of books. I finally have gotten around to reading this very special picture book, and it was worth waiting for! Summary from Amazon: During World War I, Captain Harry..." more
Friday, July 15, 2016 4:29:18 AM
Andrea Mack wrote a blog post titled Thoughts on the Loss of My Local Library (Or Why I Don't Have a Picture Book Review to Post Today):
Andrea said, "To me, the library is one of the most important places in my city. I drop by my local branch at least once a week, where I am met with helpful, courteous staff, who probably love books as much as I do. At any given time, I have a stack of 15 to 20..." more
Wednesday, July 13, 2016 2:03:02 AM
Andrea Mack wrote a blog post titled Marvelous Middle Grade Monday – OCDANIEL:
Andrea said, "You're probably surprised I actually have a post, since I slacked off during the end of the school year rush. But this book is worth waiting for. I've been looking forward to reading this book since the fall of 2015, when I heard Wesley King talk..." more
Monday, June 13, 2016 3:42:14 AM
Andrea Mack wrote a blog post titled Marvelous Middle Grade Monday – THE WILD ROBOT:
Andrea said, "I'd heard a lot about this book and was really looking forward to reading it! I didn't know about all the illustrations, so that was a lovely surprise.Description from Amazon:Can a robot survive in the wilderness?When robot Roz opens her eyes for..." more
Friday, June 10, 2016 4:29:58 AM
Andrea Mack wrote a blog post titled Learning from Picture Books – WOLFIE THE BUNNY:
Andrea said, "At first this book seems like just another funny story (and it is) but there are also deeper layers and an important but subtle message about standing up for yourself and the people you love.Summary from the publisher: The Bunny family has adopted a..." more
Monday, June 6, 2016 4:19:39 AM
Andrea Mack wrote a blog post titled Marvelous Middle Grade Monday – THE GIRL IN THE WELL IS ME:
Andrea said, "I've enjoyed two of Karen Rivers' other middle grades, so I was looking forward to reading this one. I wasn't disappointed - there's lots of suspense!Description from Amazon:Longing to be one of the popular girls in her new town, Kammie Summers has..." more
Monday, May 30, 2016 4:00:47 AM
Andrea Mack wrote a blog post titled Marvelous Middle Grade Monday – JUST LIKE ME:
Andrea said, "I’m always curious about summer camp stories! This one has a different angle with an adopted girl learning to figure out where she fits..." more
Friday, May 20, 2016 7:55:18 AM
Andrea Mack wrote a blog post titled Learning from Picture Books – TRAINBOTS:
Andrea said, "Robots and trains in the same book? What a cool idea! This one reminded me a bit of the classic story The Little Engine That Could by Wally Piper, but with a very modern approach.Summary from the publisher: Trainbots are getting ready to make and..." more
Monday, May 16, 2016 3:54:47 AM
Andrea Mack wrote a blog post titled Marvelous Middle Grade Monday – SPEECHLESS:
Andrea said, "When I first saw this book, I was intrigued by the title and the cover. It's the last of the nominees for the 2016 Silver Birch Fiction Awards that I needed to read before the results come in! The winner will be announced on May 18.Description from..." more
Thursday, May 12, 2016 6:58:12 AM
Andrea Mack wrote a blog post titled Learning from Picture Books – SMALL SAUL:
Andrea said, "After reading The Most Magnificent Thing, I am a big fan of Ashley Spires, and this one is another great book to read in a classroom!Summary from the publisher: Ahoy there! Will this sweet little pirate find his place aboard The Rusty Squid or..." more
Wednesday, December 14, 2016 2:13:36 AM
Andrea Mack wrote a blog post titled Learning from Picture Books – I Am Josephine (And I Am a Living Thing):
Andrea said, "I've never seen a picture book that talks about this idea of classification before. A simple but unique story.Summary from the Publisher:Meet Josephine: a spirited and curious girl, a big sister, and a human being. She’s also a mammal, an animal,..." more