Do you want to learn more about the book your student is reading? Banner in the Sky by James Ramsey Ullman This book is about a young boy who has hiking in his blood. He wants to badly to climb mountains while his family members want him to stay in the village to wash dishes. By reading Banner in the Sky, find out how he overcomes obstacles and pursues his dream of climbing. Brian's Winter by Gary Paulsen This book is about a young man named Brian who is the only survivor of a plane crash. He is stuck in the middle of the wilderness and has to survive on his own. Brian has made it through summer and fall, but winter is approaching. Read Brian's Winter to find out if he survives. My Side of the Mountain by Jean Craighead George This book is about a young buy who decides he is tired of living in his crowded house in the city with his family, so he leaves to make a new life. After doing some research about property his family used to own in the mountains, he sets out to find it. Leaving everything he is familiar with behind, will he be able to catch his own food and build a shelter? Read My Side of the Mountain to find out! Do you want to learn more about the books we will be reading in class? Ballad of the Lost Hare found on the International Children’s Digital Library This story is about a hare who keeps running to stay alive. Every turn he takes seems to be wrong, but he keeps learning how to rely on his instincts. The Two Bobbies: A True Story of Hurricane Katrina, Friendship, and Survival by Kirby Larson, Mary Nethery, and Jean Cassels This is the true story of two animals that help one another find safety after Hurricane Katrina hits New Orleans. Arrowhawk by Lola Schaefer This story is about a brave hawk who continues to get hurt but eventually finds safety and comfort. Together, we will discover what helps this bird survive. How Many Days to America?: A Thanksgiving Story by Eve Bunting This story is about a family who is trying to make its way to the United States on a tiny ship with dozens of other people. Together we will answer the questions: Will they ever get there? What will help them on their journey? Cassie's Journey by Brett Harvey This story is about a young girl who travels with her family on the Oregon Trail. The journey is hard and long, but they eventually reach their destination. We will discover what helps this family stay alive. |