ENDORSED BY AMNESTY INTERNATIONAL👍
ODD DOG OUT
AUTHOR - ROB BIDDULPH
GRADES - PRE-3
HONORS/AWARDS 👍
ENDORSED BY AMNESTY INTERNATIONAL 👍
INDEPENDENT BOOKSELLERS BOOK AWARD
SHEFFIELD CHILDREN’S BOOK PRIZE
THEMES - BE YOURSELF, VARIETY IS THE SPICE OF LIFE
Odd Dog has trouble fitting in and leaves home. She is unhappy because she is different from the other dogs. After traveling all over the world, she finally realizes that happiness comes from being yourself.
GENRE - CHILDREN'S PICTURE BOOK
FOR DEVELOPING YOUNG MINDS
1. What do you like best about yourself?
2. At the end of the story the author says, “Blaze a trail. Be who you are.” What do
you think that means?
JANE ADDAMS CHILDREN'S PEACE AWARD - HONOR👍🏿
I DISSENT - RUTH BADER GINSBURG MAKES HER MARK
AUTHOR -DEBBIE LEVY
GRADES - 3-5
HONORS/AWARDS👍🏿👍🏿
JANE ADDAMS CHILDREN'S PEACE AWARD - HONOR👍🏿
The Jane Addams Children’s Book Award annually recognizes children’s books of literary and aesthetic excellence that effectively engage children in thinking about peace, social justice, global community, and equity for all people.
NOTABLE BOOKS FOR A GLOBAL SOCIETY AWARD👍🏿
This is an annual list of 25 books created by the International Literacy Association which enhance student understanding of people and cultures.
THE SYDNEY TAYLOR BOOK AWARD
presented annually to outstanding books for children and teens that authentically portray the Jewish experience.
ORBIS PICTUS AWARD - HONOR - OUTSTANDING NONFICTION FOR
CHILDREN - (awarded by the National Council for Teachers of English)
SCHOOL LIBRARY JOURNAL - STARRED REVIEW
BOOKLIST - STARRED REVIEW
NATIONAL JEWISH BOOK AWARD
NEW YORK PUBLIC LIBRARY - BEST BOOKS FOR KIDS - 2016
HUFFINGTON POST - BEST PICTURE BOOKS - 2016
THEMES - DISCRIMINATION, OVERCOMING OBSTACLES
This biography focuses on Ginsburg’s unyielding fight against discrimination. In her personal life, she was not accepted because she was Jewish and a woman. These experiences inspired her to become one of the best in her field.
GENRE - CHILDREN'S BIOGRAPHY
FOR DEVELOPING YOUNG MINDS
1. How did being a woman help her to become a Supreme Court judge?
She had to work twice as hard as a man to succeed.
2. What do you admire most about Ruth Bader Ginsberg?
3. Ruth took a stand against things that she felt were unfair. What do you think
needs to be changed?
4. How do you go about changing things to make them better?
JANE ADDAMS PEACE AWARD☮️
WE ARE WATER PROTECTORS
AUTHOR -CAROLE LINDSTROM
GRADES - K-2
HONORS/AWARDS👍👍👍👍
JANE ADDAMS PEACE AWARD👍
The Jane Addams Children’s Book Award annually recognizes children’s books of literary and aesthetic excellence that effectively engage children in thinking about peace, social justice, global community, and equity for all people.
EL DIA DE LOS NINOS/ EL DIA DE LOS LIBROS - SELECTION👍
highlighting diverse children's books to honor the cultures and languages of all children
CENTER FOR THE STUDY OF MULTICULTURAL CHILDREN’S LITERATURE
BEST BOOKS - SELECTION👍
a committee of the Center for the Study of Multicultural Children’s Literature (CSMCL) identifies the best in multicultural books.
AMERICAN INDIANS IN CHILDREN’S LITERATURE - LIST OF BEST
BOOKS👍
SCHOOL LIBRARY JOURNAL - BEST BOOKS OF THE YEAR
#1 NEW YORK TIMES BESTSELLER
CALDECOTT MEDAL - WINNER - BEST ILLUSTRATED BOOK
KIRKUS - STARRED REVIEW
BOOKLIST - STARRED REVIEW
PUBLISHERS WEEKLY - STARRED REVIEW
BOOKPAGE - STARRED REVIEW
THEME - OIL AND WATER DO NOT MIX
In this beautifully illustrated book, the author and illustrator, both native Americans, stress the importance of keeping water clean by opposing oil pipelines. It was written in response to the Dakota Access Pipeline protests.
GENRE - CHILDREN'S PICTURE BOOK
FOR DEVELOPING YOUNG MINDS
1. What can you do to keep rivers, ponds and lakes clean?
2. What does the author mean when she says, “We fight for those who cannot
fight for themselves.”?
JANE ADDAMS PEACE AWARD - WINNER☮️
SEPARATE IS NEVER EQUAL
AUTHOR - DUNCAN TONATIUH
GRADES - 1-3
😪WARNING! THIS BOOK HAS BEEN BANNED!😪
HONORS/AWARDS 👍🏿👍🏿👍🏿
JANE ADDAMS CHILDREN’S PEACE AWARD - WINNER👍🏿
The Jane Addams Children’s Book Award annually recognizes children’s books of literary and aesthetic excellence that effectively engage children in thinking about peace, social justice, global community, and equity for all people.
TOMAS RIVERA BOOK AWARD - WINNER
honoring literature that authentically depicts the Mexican American experience
NOTABLE BOOKS FOR A GLOBAL SOCIETY👍🏿
This is an annual list of 25 books created by the International Literacy Association which enhance student understanding of people and cultures.
CENTER FOR THE STUDY OF MULTICULTURAL CHILDREN’S LITERATURE BEST BOOKS SELECTION👍🏿
Honors the best multicultural books for children
ROBERT F. SIBERT INFORMATIONAL BOOK MEDAL - HONOR
This award is presented annually to the writer and illustrator of the most distinguished informational book published in English during the preceding year.
CARTER WOODSON BOOK AWARD - WINNER
AMERICAS AWARD - WINNER
ORBIS PICTUS AWARD - HONOR
NOTABLE SOCIAL STUDIES TRADE BOOK FOR YOUNG PEOPLE
SCHOOL LIBRARY JOURNAL - BEST BOOKS OF THE YEAR
INTERNATIONAL LATINO BOOK AWARDS - WINNER
THEME - FIGHTING SEGREGATION
During the 1940’s the Mendez family tried to enroll their children in a California public school only to be turned away because they were Mexican. They were told that they had to go to the Mexican school, which was a run-down old building. Mr. Mendez decided to fight this injustice. He learned of a lawyer who was willing to take his case to court where the judge ruled that separate was not equal. This 1947 ruling helped pave the way for the 1954 Supreme Court decision for school integration throughout the country.
GENRE - CHILDREN'S PICTURE BOOK
FOR DEVELOPING YOUNG MINDS
1. What would your mom do if you used her plants and curtains to make a
costume?
JANE ADDAMS CHILDREN'S PEACE AWARD - WINNER☮️
MARTIN'S BIG WORDS
AUTHOR - DOREEN RAPPORT
GRADES 1 - 3
HONORS/AWARDS 👍👍
SCHOLASTIC - TOP 100 GREATEST BOOKS FOR KIDS
JANE ADDAMS CHILDREN’S BOOK AWARD - WINNER 👍
A national committee of members with passion for and expertise in children’s literature and social justice is responsible for making the choices each year.
INTERNATIONAL READING ASSOCIATION - TEACHERS’ CHOICE
CALDECOTT MEDAL - HONOR
CORETTA SCOTT KING ILLUSTRATOR AWARD - HONOR 👍
ORBIS PICTUS AWARD - HONOR
NEW YORK TIMES BOOK REVIEW - BEST ILLUSTRATED CHILDREN’S
BOOK
AMERICAN LIBRARY ASSOCIATION - NOTABLE CHILDREN'S BOOK
NATIONAL COUNCIL TEACHERS OF ENGLISH - HONOR BOOK
THEMES - LOVE, CIVIL RIGHTS
If you are introducing your child to Dr. Martin Luther King Jr., look no further. His message of love, justice, and freedom along with eye popping illustrations places this book on top of the list of all King’s biographies for this age group. This is one beautiful book which is why it received the honors listed above.
GENRE - CHILDREN'S BIOGRAPHY
FOR DEVELOPING YOUNG MINDS
1. Why did the white city leaders finally agree to allow blacks to sit where they
wanted on the busses?
2. Martin Luther King urged people to fight with words, not fists. Why is that a
better way to solve problems?
3. What did Dr. King mean when he said, “hate cannot drive out hate. Only love
can do that.”
PUBLISHERS WEEKLY - STARRED REVIEW
IF YOU PLANT A SEED
AUTHOR -KADIR NELSON
GRADES - PRE-1
HONORS/AWARDS
ASSOCIATION FOR LIBRARY SERVICES TO CHILDREN - COMMENDED
PUBLISHERS WEEKLY - STARRED REVIEW
THEME - KINDNESS
Kadir Nelson, with his beautiful illustrations, tells a simple story of kindness. A rabbit and a mouse plant vegetable seeds. When the veggies appear, some birds show up. Rabbit and mouse do not want to share, thus planting “a seed of selfishness” which leads to a lot of squawking and unhappiness. Mouse saves the day by offering the birds a tomato, thus planting a “seed of kindness.” The birds, in turn, spread seeds as they fly. At the end of the book, all the animals are happy as they eat the fruits of kindness. You always know what you get from a Nelson book, as he is the best artist on the scene today.
GENRE - CHILDREN'S PICTURE BOOK -
FOR DEVELOPING YOUNG MINDS
1. How do you think birds spread seeds?
2. If you are playing a game with a friend and a new person comes along, what
should you do?
NEW YORK TIMES BESTSELLER
NUBS - THE TRUE STORY OF A MUTT, A MARINE & A MIRACLE
AUTHOR - BRIAN DENNIS
GRADES - 2-6
HONORS/AWARDS 👍
NEW YORK TIMES BESTSELLER
CHRISTOPHER MEDAL 👍 -
awards to authors that affirm the value of the human spirit by making a positive difference in the world.
NATIONAL PARENTING PUBLICATION - GOLD AWARD
BOOKLIST - STARRED REVIEW
BEVERLY CLEARY - CHILDREN'S CHOICE
CAPITOL CHOICES - SELECTION
THEMES - LOYALTY, CARING
Nubs was a leader of a pack of wild dogs in war-torn Iraq when he first met Major Brian Dennis. The two bonded quickly as Brian shared his rations with the dog, and the dog sat by him during night watch. When Brian traveled 70 miles, Nubs followed him through the frozen desert. Dogs were not allowed to live with soldiers and Brian was told to get rid of Nubs. Instead, he raised over $2,000 to get the dog sent to his home in San Diego. This heartwarming story of human kindness is accompanied by photos, which will make your presentation very appealing.
GENRE - CHILDREN'S NONFICTION
FOR DEVELOPING YOUNG MINDS
1. Who benefited most from this story - Brian or Nubs? Answers will vary.
2. Why do you think the two men reported Brian for having a dog?
Answers will vary.
3. Why do you think dogs are not allowed at the outpost? Answers will vary.
JANE ADDAMS PEACE AWARD - WINNER ☮️
SIT-IN HOW FOUR FRIENDS STOOD UP BY SITTING DOWN
AUTHOR - ANDREA DAVIS PINKNEY, HEATHER TEKAVEC
GRADES - 3-5
HONORS/AWARDS 👍🏿 👍🏿
JANE ADDAMS PEACE AWARD - WINNER - 👍🏿
The Jane Addams Children’s Book Award annually recognizes children’s books of literary and aesthetic excellence that effectively engage children in thinking about peace, social justice, global community, and equity for all people.
FLORA G. STIEGLITZ STRAUSS AWARD FOR NON-FICTION 👍🏿
Flora Straus stood for the values of courage, hard work, truth, and beauty while adapting to a changing world. She believed that books about varying cultures enrich and help all children in their growth.
SCHOOL LIBRARY JOURNAL - STARRED REVIEW
BOOKLIST - STARRED REVIEW
PARENTING PUBLICATION - GOLD MEDAL WINNER
CARTER G. WOODSON AWARD FOR HISTORICAL WORKS FOR YOUNG PEOPLE
ANNE IZARD - STORYTELLER'S AWARD
THEMES - NON-VIOLENCE, DEFENDING CIVIL RIGHTS
Based on the historic sit-ins at Woolworth’s, the author dramatizes these events illustrating the difficulties four black students faced as they tried to order coffee and donuts in this segregated store. These peaceful protests led to the 1966 Supreme Court decision against racial discrimination.This story offers a good introduction to the Civil Rights Movement by depicting nonviolence as the method of defeating hate.
GENRES - CHILDREN -HISTORICAL FICTION
FOR DEVELOPING YOUNG MINDS
1.The students ordered doughnuts and coffee, with cream on the side. This is a
metaphor. What do you think it means?
Coffee is dark and cream is white. The students wanted whites and
blacks to sit at the counter together.
2. The author says, “If black people and white people could break bread
together, everyone would pass the test.” What do you think that means?
3. What do you think was the hardest thing the four students at the counter had to
do?
They had to remain calm and not get angry when the white people
poured food on them.
SCHOOL LIBRARY JOURNAL - STARRED REVIEW
DRUM DREAM GIRL
AUTHOR -MARGARITA ENGLE
GRADES - PRE - 2
HONORS/AWARDS
AMERICAN LIBRARY ASSOCIATION - NOTABLE CHILDREN'S BOOK
KIRKUS - STARRED REVIEW
SCHOOL LIBRARY JOURNAL - STARRED REVIEW
PURA BULPRE - ILLUSTRATOR AWARD
THEME - FOLLOW YOUR DREAMS
In this true story, a Chinese-African-Cuban girl broke tradition by becoming
the first female drummer from Cuba.
GENRE - CHILDREN'S PICTURE BOOK -
FOR DEVELOPING YOUNG MINDS
1. Were you ever told that you couldnʼt do something
because you were a boy or a girl?
2. Why do you think the girlʼs father changed his mind?
FIRST AND BEST LIST - TORONTO PUBLIC LIBRARY - WINNER
BUGS FROM HEAD TO TAIL
AUTHOR - STACEY RODERICK
GRADES - 2-4
HONORS/AWARDS
FIRST AND BEST LIST - TORONTO PUBLIC LIBRARY - WINNER
THEME - APPRECIATING NATURE
What a great way to introduce bugs to children. Each bug is featured on four beautifully illustrated pages. On the first two pages there is a question about the bug and a close-up drawing. Readers/listeners are asked to name the bug. After turning the page, they see the entire bug in its surroundings. The accompanying text offers interesting information that is most appropriate to this age group. This book begs to be read aloud.
GENRE - LIFE SCIENCE
FOR DEVELOPING YOUNG MINDS
How about making their own book based on this one? Each child can find a bug on the internet and follow the same format as the book.
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