Hello Bryant Bears!
We have many NEW books to choose from as well as the classics. From the Home menu, go to the Book Requests page, fill out the form, and I will notify you when you can pick up your books from the school office (Mon-Fri 8:00-3:30) if you are distance learning or from your teacher if you are on campus. Also, from the Home menu, you can go to the New Book Suggestions page and let us know which books you would like in our library to check-out.
FEATURED TITLE OF THE MONTH
Children will enjoy the fun and clever rhymes, as they are drawn in by the bright and cheerful illustrations.
This story has effectively imparted an ever important lesson that individuality should be celebrated, not shunned, and that each child is uniquely beautiful. It encourages kids to accept and befriend those who are different from themselves. Showing young children that they don't have to look alike or enjoy doing the same activities to be kind to one another.
If we can instill positive messages, from a young age, about all the diversity our children will see in the world, we can help raise up compassionate and caring children. When children are raised to accept and embrace those who are different from themselves they are far more likely to be a friend than an adversary with their peers. This can lead to less bullying among children. And that is a beautiful thing.
It is one of those books that both children and adults can enjoy, as it delivers the perfect message: "You should always be kind to those who are different than you. Because to them, you are different too." Imagine if all children read this story and learned this concept. We might be able to impact the world in a positive way while teaching early literacy at the same time.
PICTURE BOOKS
Stellaluna is the tender story of a lost young bat who finally finds her way safely home to her mother and friends. This award-winning book by Janell Cannon has sold over 500,000 copies and was on the bestseller list for more than two years.
Suggested reading level: Grades TK-3
When Maxine wakes up on the wrong side of the bed one morning, she wonders if the problem might be her mother. What if she could try out a new mom who doesn’t make her brush her teeth or comb her hair? Enlisting Mom to help her with the search, Maxine interviews various prospects to be her new mother. Unfortunately, these other mothers present a host of new problems and concerns.
Suggested reading level: Grades TK-3
When a mother bird's egg starts to jump, she hurries off to make sure she has something for her little one to eat. But as soon as she's gone, out pops the baby bird. He immediately sets off to find his mother, but not knowing what she looks like makes it a challenge. Follow the baby bird's quest as he asks everyone and everything he meets, "Are You My Mother?".
Suggested reading level: Grades TK-3
CHAPTER BOOKS
More kids than ever feel worried, stressed out, and anxious every day. Their parents and teachers may not know—because kids don’t want to talk about it, or they don’t know how to put their worries into words. Their “secret stress” surfaces as stomachaches, headaches, fatigue, trouble sleeping, loss of appetite, and an inability to concentrate. These and other stress-related symptoms can have a negative effect on school performance, family life, and friendships.
This book is a helping hand for kids and an eye-opener for adults. Reassuring words, silly jokes, and light-hearted cartoons let kids know they’re not the only worry-warts on the planet—and they can learn to manage their stress. A “What, Me Worry?” section describes the causes of stress and its physical and emotional effects. “How to Be a Panic Mechanic” gives kids ideas for dealing with stress and being stronger and more assertive.
Upbeat, positive, fact-filled, and friendly, this is the book on stress for kids and young adolescents.
Suggested reading level: Grades 3-6
Raina wakes up one night with a terrible upset stomach. Her mom has one, too, so it's probably just a bug. Raina eventually returns to school, where she's dealing with the usual highs and lows: friends, not-friends, and classmates who think the school year is just one long gross-out session. It soon becomes clear that Raina's tummy trouble isn't going away... and it coincides with her worries about food, school, and changing friendships. What's going on?
Raina Telgemeier once again brings us a thoughtful, charming, and funny true story about growing up and gathering the courage to face -- and conquer -- her fears.
Suggested reading level: Grades 3-6
MENTAL HEALTH AWARENESS MONTH
Maybe, It's OK if you're not OK! Just make sure to talk to someone about it.
Feelings are neither good nor bad, they simply are. Kids need words to name their feelings, just as they need words to name all things in their world. The Way I Feel uses strong, colorful, and expressive images which go along with simple verses to help children connect the word and the emotion, giving chances to open conversations about what’s going on in her/his life.
Suggested reading level: Grades TK-2
Anxiety is a subjective sense of worry, apprehension, and/or fear. It is considered to be the number one health problem in America. Although quite common, anxiety disorders in children are often misdiagnosed and overlooked. Everyone feels fear, worry and apprehension from time to time, but when these feelings prevent a person from doing what he/she wants and/or needs to do, anxiety becomes a disability.
This fun and humorous book addresses the problem of anxiety in a way that relates to children of all ages. It offers creative strategies for parents and teachers to use that can lessen the severity of anxiety. The goal of the book is to give children the tools needed to feel more in control of their anxiety. For those worries that are not in anyone’s control (i.e. the weather) a worry hat is introduced. A fun read for Wilmas of all ages!
Meet Wince, The Monster of Worry, and his number one nemesis, the WorryBug! Andi Green has created a whimsical adventure that brings another emotion to life. Join Wince as he discovers the secret to keeping his worries from getting monstrous. Using unique drawings and clever rhymes, Don t Feed The WorryBug carries an insightful message that readers of all ages will enjoy.
Suggested reading level: Grades TK-2
YOUR PUBLIC LIBRARY
I always encourage students to borrow books from the school library because this library was created for all of you. For those of you who finish your school library books and still want to read more, why not check out a book from the Orange County Public Library (OCPL)? OCPL has branches in Garden Grove, Stanton and Westminster. Some branches offer curbside service so you can reserve books online and pick them up at the library. The library even offers e-books that you can download and read on your computer or other device and it is all FREE! Wherever you get your books you can't go wrong with a good read.
