Reflection

Through this process, I have come across many books that differ in style, genre, and theme. However, my favorite books would have to consist of E for Ethics, Marley’s Treasure, and Mrs. Piggle- Wiggle. Children can benefit from all three stories, and truly learn good moral lessons. I don’t look for anything in particular when I am picking out these stories. I like comedy, mystery, adventures and try to vary in order to accommodate all the kids. I truly enjoyed reading each and every book, and felt that I can use each in perspective to a lesson. I think being creative is the main essence in preparing a good lesson, and books, can be the key.

The New Kid at School By: Kate McMullan (CHAPTER BOOK)

This book is about a young boy, Wiglaf, who got picked on by his 12 older siblings. He then decides to join a special school that trains heroes, The Dragon Slayer's Academy. While there he has a quite interesting first day which ends in him being chosen to save the town. This is an adventurous book, that is filled with many jokes. This book will appeal to children by enticing their imagination with an alternate world of reality. Through reading this book, they will join Wiglaf and his friends on this wonderful journey to find and slay the dragon. In the book, there is also black and white illustrations that gives the kids a visual of what is going on. Wiglaf is a comical chapter to chapter book that, that I highly recommend

Mrs. Piggle-Wiggle by Betty MacDonald (CHAPTER BOOK)

Mrs. Piggle-Wiggle is the neighbor that everyone wishes they had. She's the widow of a pirate, lives in an upside down house, and is always ready for a tea party with freshly baked cookies. But that’s not all, when it comes to kids, Mrs. Wiggle has the answers to every dilemma by letting the kids realize that what they are doing is wrong and has consequences. This book is really simple because the chapters are short and all follow the same pattern. Kids will be captivated by the different symptoms that kids go through, and the cures that Mrs. Wiggles will come up with. This is a light-hearted, silly book that can be a lot of fun to read out lout with young children. It also teaches valuable lessons in a less serious manner, for kids to listen to, and keep in mind.

E is for Ethics Author Ian James Corlett (CHAPTER BOOK)

E is for Ethics; How to Talk to Kids About Morals, Values and What Matters Most. This is truly a beautiful book, which sends out a powerful message. It is a short book that discusses the importance of being kind, understanding, unselfish, and compassionate as well as responsible. This makes life a lot easier for a parent who wants to instill these messages into their kids at a young age. It is divided into 26 chapters, to make it simple and easy for kids. They are short, funny, and conclude with questions to test their knowledge. Kids make everything challenging, and in my opinion, this book is the answer to many prayers.

Imagine Author: Norman Messenger

This book's title reads like a command, “Imagine a door without a room. Would you be indoors or outdoors?” From that introduction, you're invited to imagine all kinds of things from fabulous animals to bicycles with square wheels, and dolls becoming ogre. This is not a typical storybook, instead, it is all about make believe, and how far a child’s imagination can go. I think children will be absolutely delighted with this book and it will give those hours of entertainment as their imagination soars. In the end, this book is much like any creative child's imagination, sometimes creepy, sometimes cool, sometimes weird, but usually interesting. This book is also filled with beautiful, inspiring artwork as well as geometry and math puzzles in the corner of some pages. It is a full package deal.

Fancy Nancys By Jane O'Connor

To Fancy Nancy, who loves to accessorize and making everything fabulous, her parents seemed like they were from a different world. “Even at the ice cream store Mom, Dad, and little sister never even ask for sprinkles.” As a result, Nancy decides to give them "fancy" lessons to which they willingly comply. This sweet book shows that children are who they are, fancy or plain, and that when you love someone you do things you wouldn't normally do, just to please them. Children will also learn great vocabulary words as well as creativity through this wonder. I also think families with their own Fancy Nancy will really get a big kick out of this book.

Marley's Treasure By Gable Yerrid

Featuring cheerful, child-friendly illustrations, Marley's Treasure is a picture book with a strong moral lesson. When Marley, a young monkey, stumbles across a beautiful treasure of shining golden bananas, he hoards them to himself. In the process, he becomes distant from his friends and unhappy. With the wisdom of his friend Pete, Marley starts to understand that the greatest value of a treasure lies in sharing it with friends. This well written tale touches the heart with its message of giving and parents will love reading it as much as their children, who will enjoy hearing it. This story is expressive and full of charm, in the sense that it will interest, as well as educate young kids.