A Life filled with Literacy

What is a boy to do when a lost penguin shows up at his door? Find out where it comes from, of course, and return it. But the journey to the South Pole is long and difficult in the boy’s rowboat. A poignant, funny, and child-friendly story about friendship lost . . . and then found again.

"Unless someone like you...cares a whole awful lot...nothing is going to get better...It's not."

Long before saving the earth became a global concern, Dr. Seuss, speaking through his character the Lorax, warned against mindless progress and the danger it posed to the earth's natural beauty.

Like most good movies, this one was a BOOK first!

In this charming, funny picture book that started it all, Larry becomes a night guard at New York’s Museum of Natural History. Originally published by Barron’s in 1993, this mystery-comedy picture book features the author’s original captivating, hilarious, full-color illustrations on every page.

This Newbery Honor-winning, hilarious Floridian adventure involves new kids, bullies, alligators, eco-warriors, pancakes, pint-sized owls, and more.

If you are looking for a book that will appeal to all ages, Roald Dahl has several for you! The movie version of James and the Giant Peach won't disappoint, either!

I have recommended Matilda before, but it bears repeating, especially in this category. The movie is a clever, engaging adaptation of this classic favorite. Before watching the movie, listen to the audio version!

The Fall leaves are just begging to be described! I took the 6th and 8th graders outside to watch the leaves fall. They collected their favorite ones and wrote haikus about Fall.

"Autumn, the year's last, loveliest smile."

Willliam Cullen Bryant

Mrs. Robinette read The Tell-Tale Heart with the 7th grade, and they loved it! I was very impressed with their comprehension of it. We did a follow-up writing activity (complete with props).

Have you read this famous short story? Do you realize Poe never reveals if the narrator is a male or female? Read it, again- this is a story that never fails to thrill!

During October, the 4th graders worked on a scary story unit! I love the creativity of this class!

This month, the preschool students read about animal eyes! They made their own colorful, glittery dragonfly eyes.