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How are these words connected? friendship Mud Pond little calf rescue tractor
OtisLoren Long, 2009 Otis is a special tractor who befriends the little calf in the stall next door. But, a big new yellow tractor comes to replace Otis who is relegated to the field behind the barn. When trouble comes, Otis comes it rescue.
A true friend… Name things that are “tried and true”
What do you do when you can’t fall asleep? WHAT YOU DO… WHY IT WORKS…
Harry and HorsieKatie Van Camp, 2009 An out-of-this-world adventure, a boy named Harry who takes off in his rocket ship to find his best friend, Horsie. This story is about imagination and the power of friendship with wonderful retro-comic illustrations
ENDS !?! Ha! Ha! Ha! What has words, makes you laugh, and ends? MORE WORDS! MORE BANANAS!
We Are In a Book!Mo Willems, 2010 Gerald and Piggie are together again, and this, in a book! A delightful story that will enchant beginning readers and encourage them to reread the book!
ODD DUCK?
The Odd EggEmily Gravett, 2010 All the birds have an egg, except duck. He finds a very special egg with a big surprise. He waits and waits for it to hatch until—SNAP! Emily Gravett presents a very humorous picture book that will engage any age.
Does “testing the waters” mean you are brave? • http://www.google.com/url?q=http://www.npr.org/templates/story/story.php?storyId=113378631&sa=U&ei=IgWETbieIcG_tgf5qr20BA&ved=0CBgQFjAC&usg=AFQjCNE1Soo7q7_sb8F30WEhydvQA4Yjcw
Testing the IceSharon Robinson, 2009 This true story about Jackie Robinson provides a testament to his bravery as his daughter recounts memories of his career and family life. Children will identify with his courage as he tests the ice for safety even though he cannot swim.
A,B, C’s are not for… A,B, C’s are for…
A Isn’t for FoxWendy Ulmer, 2007 By first giving non-examples in the rhyming text, Ulmer sets the stage for deeper thinking about the examples provided for each letter of the alphabet.
What matters the most when choosing a pet? Presidential pets then and now http://kids.nationalgeographic.com/kids/stories/animalsnature/uspresidentialpets/ http://kids.aol.com/pictures/pet-pictures
What Pet to GetEmma Dodd, 2008 Jack's mother says he can choose a pet but he ahs difficulty deciding what pet to get. He considers all sorts of choices. An elephant? A polar bear? Rex? The gatefold on the last page reveals Jack’s final choice, and a big surprise -- literally!
Surprise!
What is the most important thing about machines? UNDERWATER SEER http://www.youtube.com/watch?v=9TPBA1Rnvy0 CAKE CUTTER FOR EQUAL PIECES http://www.youtube.com/watch?v=yMWTn9yLlyQ THE FLUSH REMINDER TO WORK MEANS: 1-do a job 2-operate 3-? http://www.youtube.com/watch?v=n2bmOg02gL8&feature=related
Machines Go to WorkWilliam Low, 2009 This interactive look at equipment is rich in vocabulary with quality illustrations that portray how each piece of equipment is used.
Can you guess what this picture shows? • Someone in the barrel saying things • A tricky barrel • A barrel of laughs • What does it mean? Of course, it’s funny! In this story, what is the big elephant in the room? -something invisible -something gigantic -something that is obvious but isn’t noticed http://www.idiomsbykids.com/taylor/mrtaylor/class20022003/idioms/idioms2003/idiomsa.htm
The Big Elephant in the RoomLane Smith, 2009 When one donkey tells his friend that they need to talk about "the big elephant in the room," his friend wonders what this embarrassing issue could possibly be. Is it that fact that he ate all the crunchy nut ice cream? Is it that he picked his friend last for soccer... and baseball, and volleyball? Is it the "going in the pool" incident? Or is it none of those things at all? In this clever wordplay book, Lane Smith shows just how BIG a problem that a simple misunderstanding can become.
THE BEST THING ABOUT KNOWING HOW TO READ IS… http://www.youtube.com/watch?v=GlDyFsv4uSU
How Rocket Learned to ReadTad Hills, 2010 All Rocket wants to do are dog things…chasing leaves, chewing sticks, and napping, until he meets a bird who is determined to teach him to read. She returns each day, hangs an alphabet banner from the trees, and reads stories aloud. When she stops at an enticing part, Rocket is overcome by curiosity to find out more. He takes class from the bird and begins spelling everything in sight.
CERTIFICATE OF PARTICIPATION This certificate is awarded to All School Divisions of Virginia In recognition of completion Virginia State Reading Association Virginia Reader’s Choice Joan Kindig, Chairperson May 2012 Date
