Anjelynn Nguyen's Library
Oakland Elementary
| ISBN | Title | Author | Description | Publisher |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| 9780061864391 | Happy Go Ducky | Jackie Urbanovic | Irene is out for the day, leaving Max in charge. But when Max comes down with spring fever, Irene’s to-do list gets turned upside down! | HarperCollins |
| 9780590485883 | Hiccups for Elephant | James Preller, Hans Wilhelm | None of the other animals can sleep because Elephant has the hiccups. | Cartwheel Books |
| 9780448455808 | Hidden Army | Jane O'Connor | For more than two thousand years, a secret army of life-size terra-cotta soldiers lay buried underground in China. But in 1974, some farmers digging a well discovered the first of what turned out to be an army of more than 7,000. Who made them? And why? In this fascinating reader, kids will learn all about one of the wonders of the ancient world and the fierce first emperor of China. | Penguin |
| 9780593305003 | Horton Hears a Who! | Dr. Seuss | Everyone's favorite elephant stars in this heartwarming and timeless story for readers of all ages. In the colorful Jungle of Nool, Horton discovers something that at first seems impossible: a tiny speck of dust contains an entire miniature world--Who-ville--complete with houses and grocery stores and even a mayor! But when no one will stand up for the Whos of Who-ville, Horton uses his elephant-sized heart to save the day. This tale of compassion and determination proves that any person, big or small, can choose to speak out for what is right. | |
| 9780998958088 | I Can Do Hard Things | Gabi Garcia | I Can Do Hard Things is a beautiful reminder to tune into and listen to that quiet voice inside so that you can do what's right for you. I don't always feel brave, confident or strong. Sometimes it seems easier to follow others along. It's hard to navigate a world in which we get so many messages about how we should be. We pause. We listen to the quiet voice inside. I connect with the love and strength it brings. It helps me remember: I can do hard things. I Can Do Hard Things: Mindful Affirmations for Kids is the perfect addition to your home or school library. (The book is available in Spanish as Yo Puedo Hacer Cosas Dificiles: Afirmaciones Concientes Para Niños). | |
| 9780545206952 | I Survived the Shark Attacks of 1916 | Lauren Tarshis | In July, 1916, Chet Roscow is fascinated by news accounts of the great white shark said to be attacking people along the New Jersey shore not far from his home, but when he goes swimming in Matawan Creek he discovers the truth of the stories. | Scholastic Paperbacks |
| 9781402730276 | If I Had a Robot Dog | Harriet Ziefert | A pet dog is fun-and a robot dog can be even better. If you had a robot dog, you can ask it to: Fetch your ball, Fetch your bat, Fetch your jacket and your hat. New readers will love being empowered by this fantasy pup. | Sterling Publishing Company, Inc. |
| 9780590446891 | In the Time of the Dinosaurs | Mary Pope Osborne | Scholastic Press | |
| 9780545508971 | Inside Out & Back Again | Thanhha Lai | Through a series of poems, a young girl chronicles the life-changing year of 1975, when she, her mother, and her brothers leave Vietnam and resettle in Alabama. | |
| 9780545230766 | January Joker | Ron Roy | Seven-year-olds Bradley, Brian, Nate, and Lucy make observations and gather clues that convince them that their older siblings, cousin, and animals have been captured by hungry space aliens. | |
| 9780439934428 | Joy the Summer Vacation Fairy | Daisy Meadows | When Jack Frost steals three magical shells from the beaches of Rainspell Island, Joy starts to lose her ability to keep the summer vacation atmosphere nice. | Scholastic Paperbacks |
| 9780545011785 | Joy, the Summer Vacation Fairy | Daisy Meadows | Joy and the other fairies try to keep Jack Frost from ruining the vacation atmosphere of Rainspell Island. | |
| 9780545390712 | Junkyard Wonders | Patricia Polacco | Inspired by a teacher who believes each of them is a genius, a class of special-needs students invents something that could convince the whole school they are justifiably proud to be "Junkyard Wonders." | |
| 9780525514121 | Just Ask! | Sonia Sotomayor | Feeling different, especially as a kid, can be tough. But in the same way that different types of plants and flowers make a garden more beautiful and enjoyable, different types of people make our world more vibrant and wonderful. In Just Ask, United States Supreme Court Justice Sonia Sotomayor celebrates the different abilities kids (and people of all ages) have. Using her own experience as a child who was diagnosed with diabetes, Justice Sotomayor writes about children with all sorts of challenges--and looks at the special powers those kids have as well. As the kids work together to build a community garden, asking questions of each other along the way, this book encourages readers to do the same- When we come across someone who is different from us but we're not sure why, all we have to do is Just Ask. | Philomel Books |
| 9781735974101 | Kindness Is My Superpower | Alicia Ortego | Teach your children the power of Kindness, one of the most important skills a child can learn. Are you one of 90 percent of parents, saying that their top priorities for their kids is to be caring? This makes sense: Kindness and concern for others are held as moral virtues in nearly every society and every major religion. The best social-emotional learning (SEL) book for raising kind children. This charming story with peaceful rhymes and colorful illustrations will explain to your child that it is okay to make a mistake and say I'm sorry. Lucas will teach your child good manners and positive behaviour at home, at school, in the store, and on the playground. Kids learn best by example. With the perfect examples, this book offers, your child will have more understanding for others, accept diversity, thrive in a multicultural and inclusive environment, and show more empathy. Throughout the story, little superhero Lucas will learn what kindness means and understand what it is like to be kind, sensitive, caring, and generous. Awards & Recognition #1 Amazon Bestseller in Children's Books on Manners (UK) #1 Amazon Bestseller in Children's Books on Tolerance (UK) Updated on September 2020 Practice Random Acts of Kindness. Also included are Acts of Kindness Cards to promote empathy and kindness. --- Kindness is something you can quickly learn: when you give and ask for nothing in return. Helping others is the least you can do. If you are kind, kindness will come back to you. --- "Kindness is my Superpower" is the first book from My Superpower Series - the growth mindset books for kids, suitable for all ages. We warmly recommend it to parents, teachers, and anyone who works with children. | Alicia Ortego |
| 9780759554719 | Kondo & Kezumi Are Not Alone | David Goodner | The third book in the Kondo & Kezumi series where best friends Kondo and Kezumi head home only to realize there is an unexpected guest, for fans of Ivy & Bean, and Mercy Watson -- in paperback. Kondo is big. Kezumi is little. They used to live on an island with fruit trees and berry bushes and flitter-birds and fluffle-bunnies. Since the surprise bottle washed ashore with a map containing the mysterious message: WE ARE NOT ALONE, Kondo and Kezumi have been traveling the seas, making new friends, and discovering more about themselves and their place in the world. But now it's time for Kondo and Kezumi to head home. Except there's still time to see Tiny Island, make a pit stop at Dairy Isle, or even Donut island. And when Kondo and Kezumi arrive on their familiar shore, they are greeted with another boat anchored in their waters. Who could it be? Will Kondo and Kezumi be ready for a new guest on their island or is home finally changed for good? David Goodner and Andrea Tsurumi team up for this illustrated chapter book series filled with charming quirks and unexpected discoveries. Packed with vibrant full-color art and paired with poignant text, this chapter book is ideal for emerging readers searching for adventure, friendship, and fun. Set sail with more Kondo and Kezumi adventures available now! Kondo and Kezumi Visit Giant Island Kondo and Kezumi Reach Bell Bottom | Little Brown |
| 9780759554740 | Kondo & Kezumi Reach Bell Bottom | David Goodner | The second book in this full-color chapter book series featuring Kondo and Kezumi who continue their adventures, for fans of Mercy Watson and Ivy & Bean -- in paperback. Kezumi is ready for more adventure. Kondo is ready to go home. Now that Kondo and Kezumi have figured out that the map can lead to incredible places and new friends like Albert, Kezumi is eager to keep exploring and embracing the unknown. Kondo on the other hand, is tired and misses the comforts of home. When they reach Bell Bottom tempers are high, a thick fog begins to cloud over the boat making it hard to see, and they find themselves stranded. It will take working together and listening to each other in order to find common ground and brave these new waters. Discover all the adventures with Kondo & Kezumi: Kondo & Kezumi Visit Giant Island Kondo & Kezumi Reach Bell Bottom Kondo & Kezumi Are Not Alone | |
| 9781338796087 | Last Gate Of The Emperor | Kwame Mbalia, Prince Joel Makonnen | Enduring An Isolated Existence In Hardscrabble Addis Prime, A Star Underground Augmented Reality Gamer Finds His Small Family Targeted By City-razing Monsters Waging A Galaxy-spanning War. | |
| 9780670784844 | Little Owl's Night | Divya Srinivasan | Little Owl enjoys a lovely night in the forest visiting his friend the raccoon, listening to the frogs croak and the crickets chirp, and watching the fog that hovers overhead. | |
| 9780399176678 | Maple | Lori Nichols | "A nature-loving little girl's favorite playmate is her maple tree, until the day she's surprised with a baby sister"-- |