James Stevenson - Greenwillow Books, pages.
The Best Teacher in Second Grade
The title, which is also the first line, sets the playful tone. Delightfully anti-authoritarian and anti-establishment, Prelutsky is the unexcelled master of word-playing nonsense. His laugh-aloud poems are rude, disrespectful, annoying and perceptive. In a word, marvelous. Childish readers, however, will read, laugh and pay him the ultimate compliment. They will memorize and repeat them with pickle relish. Peggy Gifford , illustrated by: Every child goes through the plot of this book at some point in his or her school career: Moxy is in the same boat.
This laugh-out-loud book is full of wit and charm. Moxy is a lovable character, even if her schemes are scatter-brained. The story will leave you with a smirk on your face. Abby Klein , illustrated by: John Mckinley - Blue Sky Press, 96 pages. Both boys and girls relate to Freddy and his best friend, Jessie, who happens to be a girl.
In fact, she is the star hockey player on the peewee hockey team. Of course, no school story would be complete without a class bully. Jon Scieszka , illustrated by: Lane Smith - Viking Juvenile, 40 pages. Find Science Verse at your local library. Judy Blume , illustrated by: James Stevenson - Delacorte Press, pages.
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Each chapter is told from alternating perspectives, so both kids get equal time telling their stories, which are funny, realistic and endearing. Though they both make cases for detesting each other, it is clear that the siblings are close. For example, when the Pain is afraid to get his hair cut, the Great One makes him a pair of fake ears, saying that if he wears one and gets cut, the barber will suffer from the curse that she placed on the ears.
A perfect read-aloud for the whole family, this can easily be read by a newer reader.
Parents who grew up on Judy Blume will enjoy it, as I did. Helen Lester , illustrated by: Munsinger - Houghton Mifflin, 32 pages. Tacky is back, getting himself into predicaments that can only result in delighted, yet understanding, young readers. This time, Tacky is surfing while his more subdued penguin pals are napping on their iceberg. What can Tacky do to escape? He marches, dives, slides and hops until the tablecloth is covered with food.
Tacky will certainly find new fans with this book, while old fans will be reminded to reread the other Tacky books! Find Tacky in Trouble at your local library. Sara Swan Miller , illustrated by: True Kelley - Houghton Mifflin, 48 pages. Hilarious cartoon illustrations scamper across the pages of this three-chapter book. Chris O'Leary - Gulliver Books, 32 pages. Started when the men were fighting in World War II, talented females fed the love of the national pastime for loyal fans.
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The story of one such athlete is told by her daughter who takes fielding practice with her mama while they wait patiently for her daddy to come home safely. Illustrations in oil paints add movement and life to the story of a devoted little girl who captures women? Find Mama Played Baseball at your local library. This early reader is full of fun facts about emperor penguins — their lifecycle, habitat, predators and even what they like to do for fun. With easy-to-understand explanations and plenty of illustrations, Emperor Penguins is a great choice for young animal lovers.
Find Emperor Penguins at your local library.
Parents need to know that this book is both too delicate, and possibly too scary on one page the jaws of a T-rex come out at the reader for young kids. Also, though thoroughly researched, some of the information presented, both verbally and pictorially, is controversial, though the author is usually careful to indicate this. Families who read this book could discuss the science behind it, the sleuthing and inferences made by paleontologists.
How did they figure out what the dinosaurs looked like and ate? What has caused their ideas to change? Families can also do further research together on the types of dinosaurs presented, or find out about other species. Dinosaurs at your local library. Dorothy Souza - Lerner Publications Co. This book proves that a tail can be more than just a tail.
The appearance and function of tails as different as the prehensile tail of an opossum to the deadly tail of a scorpion to the beautiful tail of the Central American quetzal are discussed. Simple vocabulary and close-up color photographs enhance the appeal for young readers. This book follows the daily routine of five diverse animals at a water hole on the African savannah from dawn until midnight. The pages, which include a clock indicating the time of day, are packed with facts about the eating, playing, resting and sleeping behaviors of the animals found in this particular habitat. The visually appealing photographs and the conversational style may just hook those reluctant readers.
Find Water Hole at your local library. Lee Sullivan Hill , illustrated by: Craig Orback - Millbrook Press, 48 pages. This brief chapter book featuring short simple sentences and basic vocabulary introduces the story of Wilbur and Orville Wright, inventors of the airplane. The brothers, who ran a bicycle shop, read about the flight research of German flier Otto Lilienthal.
When Lilienthal dies in a crash, the brothers decide to continue his research and begin to build gliders. Technical terms are explained in words and pictures. An afterword provides an introduction to their scientific method, and a glossary is included. This would be the perfect read for inquiring young scientists and those kids fascinated by aircraft and flight. Jonah Winter , illustrated by: Raul Colon - Atheneum, 40 pages.
This beautifully illustrated book chronicles the career of Latino baseball star Roberto Clemente, from his childhood in Puerto Rico, through his major league career, and finally to his tragic death in a plane crash on his way to aid earthquake victims in Central America. This inspirational story follows Clemente from humble beginnings his first baseball glove was made from a coffee-bean sack to World Series fame in the major leagues to his legacy as a role model for aspiring baseball players and as a hero to the people of Puerto Rico for his humanitarian work.
Pride of the Pittsburgh Pirates at your local library. Paula Yoo , illustrated by: This is the moving and inspirational story of Sammy Lee, an Olympian diver. Sammy Lee became the first Asian American to win a gold medal in the Olympics. Accompanied by sensitive, thoughtful illustrations. Find Sixteen Years in Sixteen Seconds: The Sammy Lee Story at your local library. Laura Driscoll , illustrated by: In this installation of the Smart About?
He also pioneered the commercial use of peanuts, including the invention of peanut butter! A humorous yet informative look at the U. Presidents in chronological order. Piven uses found objects to comprise the facial features of the presidents with hilarious results.
Fun tidbits that actually stick with you! Gaylia Taylor , illustrated by: With a passion for cooking and against the odds, he landed a job as a chef at a fine restaurant frequented by an upscale clientele. He prided himself on his culinary talent and reputation, and the popularity of his cuisine grew. One day a diner complains that her French-fried potatoes, a fashionable new dish at the time, are cut too thick. In a fit of aggravation and to teach the customer a lesson, George accidentally creates the all-American snack food, potato chips.
The lively and comical acrylic illustrations add to the fun of this quirky true-life story. Find George Crum and the Saratoga Chip at your local library. James Solheim , illustrated by: This book is filled with outrageous stories, facts, and fascinating tidbits about food from around the world. If your child has an interest in unique historical facts, this is the book for him.
Kate Waters , illustrated by: Russ Kendall - Scholastic, 40 pages. What would it be like to have traveled to America on board the Mayflower? Why did people leave their homeland and come to the New World? What was it like on this long treacherous voyage? The answers to these questions and more are answered in this historical account of an apprentice boy and a passenger girl as they journeyed to Plymouth. Find On the Mayflower at your local library. Jennifer Armstrong , illustrated by: Frank Hurley - Random House, pages. This is a survival saga of the man who attempted to cross the Antarctic in Better than fictional survival stories, beautifully written, illustrated with photos that survived from the voyage, this is history as exciting adventure.
Find Shipwreck at the Bottom of the World: Katherine Ross , illustrated by: The Story of the Pilgrims, a picture book, begins with the plight of a group of people who were being persecuted for their religious beliefs. Though the risks were many, the Pilgrims decided to leave England. She also explores the relationships the colonists had with the Indians, and she brings the feast of the first Thanksgiving to life for primary readers. Find The Story of the Pilgrims at your local library. Sally Lloyd-Jones , illustrated by: The humorous story and illustrations help older children appreciate their accomplishments while gaining a better understanding of younger siblings.
Kennedy , illustrated by: David Small - Scholastic Press, 56 pages. Splash, a Portuguese water spaniel, follows his owner, Senator Edward Kennedy, through a typical day on Capitol Hill, providing commentary on what goes on there. Included in the book is additional information on Senator Kennedy, Splash the water spaniel and how to contact him by email , and the process by which a bill becomes a law.
Find My Senator and Me at your local library. Accompanied by adorable illustrations, Compost, by Gosh! Find Compost by Gosh! This book delivers an extremely important message. The illustrations are absolutely stunning! Adults as well as children can benefit and will be impacted by this book. Find Dear Children of the Earth at your local library. Ellie Bethel , illustrated by: Alexandra Colombo - Worthwhile Books, 28 pages. Written to celebrate Earth Day April 22 , Michael Recycle recounts the adventures of a young superhero whose powers allow him to teach people about recycling.
Find Michael Recycle at your local library. A first-rate introduction to the world of recycling and its environmental benefits. A Handbook for Kids at your local library. Gail Gibbons has yet again written a delightful picture book that highlights the origins of the first Thanksgiving, as well as the way the celebration has evolved over the years. Find Thanksgiving Day at your local library. In this guide to fitness, the author illustrates the parts of the body involved in being physically active: She also explains what the body needs to fuel activity: Finally, the author suggests activities to keep the body strong and healthy.
Find The Busy Body Book: A perfect game guide for group leaders looking to plan summer activities, this book is extremely accessible, both for kids and adults alike. There are also suggestions for individual activities that involve card games and magic tricks. Soft-pencil illustrations enliven the explanation of rules. The team is equipped with only two things to help them, a mysterious rhyme from the Ice Wizard and a magical rope. Will they find Merlin and Morgan Le Fay? Are you brave enough to travel along? Find Winter of the Ice Wizard at your local library. Jane Yolen , illustrated by: John Schoenherr - Philomel Books, 32 pages.
This exquisitely written story about a special adventure between a young daughter and her father during a quiet winter night is an absolute treasure. Find Owl Moon at your local library. Jackie Davis , illustrated by: David Soman - Dial Books, 40 pages. Complete with wings and a ladybug polka-dot skirt, Lulu and her faithful sidekick, the family basset hound who is never too busy, go off on their own adventures saving the yard from danger. With wonderful illustrations accompanying the hilarious text, Ladybug Girl is one of my favorite picture books.
It is a riotous read. Find Ladybug Girl at your local library. Hilarious Seussian text and zany pictures to match. A great pleasure to read aloud. Questions the wisdom of tampering with nature.
THE BEST TEACHER IN SECOND GRADE by Katharine Kenah , Abby Carter | Kirkus Reviews
May prompt discussion about weather. The merits of apologizing are pointed out through well-crafted writing. Find Bartholomew and the Oobleck at your local library. Goodreads helps you keep track of books you want to read. Want to Read saving…. Want to Read Currently Reading Read. Refresh and try again. Open Preview See a Problem? Thanks for telling us about the problem. Return to Book Page. Luna has the best teacher in second grade.
Hopper loves the midnight sky almost as much as she does. Everyone else stares at Luna like she's the new kid from outer space. They won't even listen to her ideas for the Family Night program—until something goes unexpectedly wrong! With a nudge from Mr. Hopper, Luna shares her plan to save the show and turn the class into se Luna has the best teacher in second grade. Hopper, Luna shares her plan to save the show and turn the class into second-grade stars. Come and watch the lively characters from The Best Seat in Second Grade shine in another tale of classroom fun. Hardcover , 48 pages.
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Published August 1st by HarperCollins first published To see what your friends thought of this book, please sign up. This question contains spoilers… view spoiler [can you show me pictures from inside of the book? Lists with This Book. Aug 14, Steve Holden rated it really liked it. It's a good series for a second grade teacher. I love the connections - grade level, male teacher, class pet, and relatable characters. This is a series I put out on display at the beginning of my year, and will share one during the first few days too! May 12, Katie Fitzgerald rated it it was amazing Shelves: Luna loves space, and she thinks Mr.
Hopper is the best teacher because he loves it too. Hopper asks for ideas for family night, Luna's hand is up right away to share her idea for a "midnight circus" with a space theme. The class isn't crazy about space, but they take the circus idea and run with it, planning all kinds of ordinary circus events and dismissing Luna's space plans. As the class works on their circus, Luna sadly retires much of her beloved space gear, gathering up the items Luna loves space, and she thinks Mr.
As the class works on their circus, Luna sadly retires much of her beloved space gear, gathering up the items she has in her bedroom and packing them away. But when the students learn at the last minute that another class has also planned a circus, Luna's original plan saves the day. Each of the three books in this series demonstrates the importance of both class unity and individual pride. The Best Books of Check out the top books of the year on our page Best Books of Product details Format Paperback 48 pages Dimensions Looking for beautiful books?
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