Jontil Coleman's Library
Oakland Elementary
| ISBN | Title | Author | Description | Publisher |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| 9780544555464 | These Hands | Margaret H. Mason | In this powerful intergenerational story of African-American history, Joseph learns from his grandfather that people joined their hands together to fight discrimination so that one day, their hands Joseph s hands could do anything at all in this whole wide world." | HMH Books For Young Readers |
| 9781452150185 | This Is How We Do It: One Day in the Lives of Seven Kids From Around the World (Easy Reader Books, Children Around the World Books, Preschool Prep Books) | Matt Lamothe | Follow one day in the real lives of seven kids from around the world—Italy, Japan, Iran, India, Peru, Uganda, and Russia! In Japan, Kei plays Freeze Tag, while in Uganda, Daphine likes to jump rope. While the way they play may differ, the shared rhythm of their days—and this one world we all share—unites them. This genuine exchange provides a window into traditions that may be different from our own as well as mirrors reflecting our common experiences. Inspired by his own travels, Matt Lamonthe transports readers across the globe and back with this luminous and thoughtful picture book. Perfect for kids learning about new cultures and customs Educates children on the importance of similarities and differences Gives kids a unique look into the lives of others across the globe If you enjoyed Carson Ellis' Home, you're sure to enjoy the window into the world provided by This is How We Do It. This children's picture book is ideal for parents or teachers looking for the following: World Book for Kids Travel Book for Kids Beginning Reading Books Cultures for Kids Books Families Around the World Books | Chronicle Books |
| 9780763642846 | Those Shoes | Maribeth Boelts, Noah Z. Jones | Jeremy, who longs to have the black high tops that everyone at school seems to have but his grandmother cannot afford, is excited when he sees them for sale in a thrift shop and decides to buy them even though they are the wrong size. | Candlewick Press |
| 9781476533384 | Timelines, Timelines, Timelines! | Kelly Boswell | "Introduces types of timelines and how they are used"--Provided by publisher. | Capstone |
| 9781570614224 | Under Alaska's Midnight Sun | Deb Vanasse | In the far northern parts of the world, near and above the Arctic Circle, summer days are very long. In Barrow, Alaska, for example, the sun rises in May and sets 83 days later, in early August. During this time, the sun shines all through the night. People call it the midnight sun. When the midnight sun is shining, people and animals stay active even at night. This sweet poetic narrative, illustrated by award-winner Jeremiah Trammell, showcases the many pleasures of this unique time as a little girl dances, fishes, plays games, watches moose and fox, and communes with family and nature. | National Geographic Books |
| 9780140548754 | When I Was Young in the Mountains | Cynthia Rylant | Caldecott Honor Book! "An evocative remembrance of the simple pleasures in country living; splashing in the swimming hole, taking baths in the kitchen, sharing family times, each is eloquently portrayed here in both the misty-hued scenes and in the poetic text." -Association for Childhood Education International | Penguin |
| 9780761356653 | Who's Buying? Who's Selling? | Jennifer S. Larson | Introduces the role of consumers, producers, buyers and sellers in the marketplace; discusses the relationship between cost and benefit; and includes information on supply and demand. | LernerClassroom |
| 9781423119838 | Yoko | When Yoko brings sushi to school for lunch, her classmates make fun of what she eats--until one of them tries it for himself. | Hyperion | |
| 9780792259350 | Zoo in the Sky | Jacqueline Mitton | Identifies the groups of stars known as constellations and discusses their origin, uses, and observation. | National Geographic Books |