"This story is a funny twist on the classic tale — it’s told from the wolf’s side! You get to see the characters in a whole new way and learn how the same story can change depending on who’s telling it. It’s silly and surprising, and especially perfect if you like fairy tales with a fun twist!"

Ms. Anesta also recommends:

• Giraffes Can't Dance, by Giles Andreae

• Grumpy Monkey, by Suzanne Lang

"This book turns the classic Christmas poem into an ode to summer vacation. The rhyming text follows the familiar poem with a funny ending kids will love.

Mrs. McLaughlin also recommends Unplugged, a sweet story to remind us to enjoy being “unplugged”!

"Pete's our favorite character with a positive message - "It's all good!"

"This is a beautiful story about acceptance and learning that it's okay to have something or someone to love and support you."

"The Miraculous Journey of Edward Tulane is a magical story that is full of surprises! It will make you laugh, cry, and cheer for Edward as he discovers the power of love and what it means to truly care for others."

Mrs. Graham also recommends Sideways Stories from Wayside School, because it's full of wacky, funny tales from a school that's 30 stories tall and very, very strange. Each chapter is a new, hilarious adventure. It's the perfect book for anyone who loves funny stories with a twist!

"A tale of friendship and perseverance, this story tells the true story of a captive gorilla named Ivan. We learn about Ivan and his friends through his point of view. This beautifully written novel will make you laugh, cry, and want to read more! No worries, though... There are THREE additional books you can read once you've finished this one- The One and Only Bob, The One and Only Ruby, and The One and Only Family. Happy reading!"

Ms. O'Brien also recommends:

• The Academy, by T.Z. Layton 

• One for the Murphys, by Linda Mullaly Hunt 

"This book is full of humor, unlikely friendships, and meaningful life lessons! This is a great story about not giving up on yourself or others."

"This story shows that kids have different strengths besides academics!"

"This book is a fun story for the summer and a great one to read at the beach or pool!"

"The Curious Garden is an inspiring tale of one small person that makes one gigantic impact on his community in a way that was both spontaneous and unexpected yet absolutely beautiful.  I encourage anyone who reads it to try and do the same in their own unique way."

Mrs. Erdmann also recommends The City of Ember, because it's a book you won't be able to put down! It takes you on a wild adventure that keeps you guessing what'll happen next.