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This document outlines author studies for four children's book authors - Kevin Henkes, Mo Willems, Peter Brown, and Todd Parr - that could be used for a second grade fall semester. It provides lists of representative books for each author organized by themes of mouse books, pigeon books, dog books, feeling books, and more.
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Greg Heffley doesn't want to go outside and enjoy the nice summer weather like the other kids. His mom tries to get him to go to the pool, but Greg thinks the town pool is stupid. A new addition is coming to the Heffley family in the form of a cute little dog named Sweetie. The book follows Greg's humorous narration of dealing with his family and the new dog over the summer.
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Greg spends his summer playing video games instead of going outside. His mother makes him get a summer job so he can buy a new video game. The story follows Greg as the middle child who gets bossed around by his family. It describes his experiences starting middle school and dealing with his older brother Rodrick. The document recommends reading the Diary of a Wimpy Kid books and allows the creation of your own diary.
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Greg Heffley had a bad summer that he doesn't want to talk about. He tells his brother Rodrick, who acts like a jerk but decides to help Greg adjust back to school. The book follows Greg's journal about dealing with his brother Rodrick and being jealous of his friend Rowley's family activities, but learning not to focus on what others have.
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Summer reading newsletter
This document provides information about the summer reading program at Monument Mountain Regional High School. Students are encouraged to read books of their choosing over the summer and can earn points for each book. The more points earned, the better the prize received. A list of book recommendations is provided by MMRHS teachers. Students can also attend informal book club meetings at a local cafe to discuss books they've read. Various award-winning book lists are referenced for students seeking additional reading suggestions.
Summer Reading List: Kindergarten 2016
This document provides summer reading suggestions for kindergarten students organized into four categories: Beginning to Read, Folktales and Trickster Tales, Beginning to Read (levels F-I), and Picture Books that Make Us Laugh. It lists over 50 book titles, many of which are from popular series. It encourages visiting the local library this summer and provides additional reading recommendations through linked websites.
Judson University 2011 Literacy in Motion
This document provides an overview of tweens and early teens aged 10-14. It discusses their physical, psychological, and social development, noting hormones, growth spurts, increased reasoning skills, and importance of peer approval. The document also summarizes research on what motivates tweens and teens to read, such as choosing their own books, comfy reading spots, book fairs, contests, classroom libraries, author visits, and adaptations. It advocates a trusting approach to guiding young readers by building on their interests and moving them to more challenging books through experienced recommendations and alternatives to traditional assessments.
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Author Study
- 1. Author Study
- 2. Kevin Henkes Character and Relationships
- 3. Mouse Books • Lily's Purple Plastic Purse • Chrysanthemum • Julius Baby of the World • Sheila Rae, The Brave
- 4. More Mouse Books • Chester's Way • Owen • Penny • Lilly's Big Day
- 5. Other books • Olive's Ocean • The Birthday Room • Kitten's First Full Moon • All Alone
- 6. Mo Willems Pigeon, Piggie & Elephant, Knufflebunny
- 7. Pigeon Books
- 9. Knufflebunny
- 10. Other Books • Goldilocks and the Three Dinosaurs • Leonardo the Terrible Monster • Edwina • That is Not a Good Idea
- 11. Peter Brown Outrageously Funny
- 12. DOGS • Chowder • The Fabulous Bouncing Chowder
- 13. BEARS • Children make Terrible Pets • You Will Be My Friend
- 14. Other Books • Mr. Tiger Goes Wild • The Curious Garden • Creepy Carrots • My Teacher is a Monster
- 15. Todd Parr Character and Relationships
- 16. Feeling Books • The Feelings Book • The OKAY Book • The FEEL GOOD Book • It's Okay to be Different
- 17. Family Books • The Mommy Book • The Daddy Book • The Family Book • The Grandma Book
- 18. Dog Books • Otto Goes to the Beach • Otto Goes to Bed • Otto Goes to Camp • Doggy Kisses
- 19. Other Books • Lights Out, Todd • It's a Colorful World • Who's Your Best Friend? • Let's Play Together
- 20. Second Grade Fall Author Studies