It's back to school time, but that doesn't mean we still can't have fun with some of our favorite characters! K-2nd Graders can meet new characters, share a laugh with old characters, and learn new and exciting things to share with classmates!
Back to School, Weird Kids Rule!
[My Weird School Special] By: Dan Gutman Illustrations By: Jim Paillot Do you love the Weird School books? Is A.J. one of your favorite characters ever? Well in this book, Back to School Weird Kids Rule – a My Weird School Special – we get to hear from one of A.J.’s girlfriend Andrea! It’s the last week of summer vacation and everyone is getting ready to go, yep, you guessed it, back to school! From end of summer day camp to back to school shopping, Andrea and her friends experience hi-jinx galore. Suggested for independent readers. Also a good choice for reluctant readers. If you like Dan Gutman’s (the author!) Weird School books, Click here for other Weird School series! |
Want to help A.J. and the kids from My Weird School survive the weird bus ride with Mrs. Kormel?
Click below to print a fun maze activity! Watch out for obstacles though as you wind your way through the maze! |
Freckleface Strawberry: Lunch, or What’s That?
By Julianne Moore
J READER
The debut in actress Julianne Moore’s Freckleface Strawberry series, Lunch, or What’s That? will have kids laughing and saying “ew gross!” as seven-year-old Freckleface questions the mysterious cafeteria food at school. This early reader book has short chapters and is a great way to introduce young readers to the concept of chapter books, which will help them gain confidence as readers. With colorful pictures and short, basic sentences, this book is a fun, and ideal choice for children who are beginning to read on their own, or are reading with help from a grown up.
By Julianne Moore
J READER
The debut in actress Julianne Moore’s Freckleface Strawberry series, Lunch, or What’s That? will have kids laughing and saying “ew gross!” as seven-year-old Freckleface questions the mysterious cafeteria food at school. This early reader book has short chapters and is a great way to introduce young readers to the concept of chapter books, which will help them gain confidence as readers. With colorful pictures and short, basic sentences, this book is a fun, and ideal choice for children who are beginning to read on their own, or are reading with help from a grown up.
Complete Children’s Cookbook
By: Jill Bloomfield Non-Fiction [J 641.512] This new cookbook from DK publishing is an excellent introduction to cooking with full-page color photos, and simple step-by-step instructions. A wide variety of recipes are included, from French toast and “rainbow salad,” to shrimp skewers and rocky road cookies. The beginning of the book also has sections on healthy eating, kitchen hygiene, and safety. Overall, this is a fun and practical book that will get kids excited about cooking and trying new foods! |
Curious what sort of delicious treats you can find in this cookbook from DK? Try out this Mint Chocolate Pots recipe or click here for a few more sample recipes from the book!
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Peacocks
By: Mandy R. Marx
Non-Fiction [J 598.625]
Get an up-close view of these colorful, exotic birds and learn fun facts about them in this new non-fiction book. With plenty of vivid photos, kids (and adults) will get to see peacocks from chick to full-grown, and read about where they live, what their feathers are like, and even how big they can get! Larger font and short sentences make this book a great choice for kids who are comfortable reading on their own or still need some help from an adult. A glossary is included in the back of the book to help young readers learn new words and gain confidence.
By: Mandy R. Marx
Non-Fiction [J 598.625]
Get an up-close view of these colorful, exotic birds and learn fun facts about them in this new non-fiction book. With plenty of vivid photos, kids (and adults) will get to see peacocks from chick to full-grown, and read about where they live, what their feathers are like, and even how big they can get! Larger font and short sentences make this book a great choice for kids who are comfortable reading on their own or still need some help from an adult. A glossary is included in the back of the book to help young readers learn new words and gain confidence.
Want to make your own cool peacock?
Click here for instructions on how to make this super awesome peacock fan!
Click here for instructions on how to make this super awesome peacock fan!