Category Archives: Primary Grades

Ian’s Walk

Posted on April 15, 2011 by Mrs.N

Ian’s Walk: A Story about Autism by Laurie Lears Ian’s Walk is prefaced by a note about autism from a child psychologist and a sibling program director from Illinois Masonic Medical Center.  It contains valuable information about what siblings of … Continue reading →

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Rules

Posted on April 13, 2011 by Mrs.N

Rules by Cynthia Lord Rules is also a recipient of the Schneider Family Book Award which honors an author or illustrator for a book that embodies an artistic expression of the disability experience for child and adolescent audiences. After spending … Continue reading →

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My Brother Charlie

Posted on April 7, 2011 by Mrs.N

My Brother Charlie by Holly Robinson Peete (and Ryan Elizabeth Peete) Holly Robinson Peete wrote this book with her daughter Ryan. It’s about their family’s experience when Ryan’s twin brother was diagnosed with autism. With brightly colored pictures and simple … Continue reading →

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The McElderry Book of Greek Myths

Posted on March 3, 2011 by Mrs.N

The McElderry Book of Greek Myths by Eric Kimmel This slim anthology is sort of an introduction to mythology.  I grabbed it for its beautiful illustrations and because I generally like Eric Kimmel as an author. Greek myths, like folk … Continue reading →

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Ziggy and the Black Dinosaurs #6 – Stars and Sparks on Stage

Posted on February 17, 2011 by Mrs.N

Stars and Sparks on Stage by Sharon Draper Stars and Sparks on Stage brings us to the final book in the Ziggy series.  The boys are eager to win a $200 prize in their school talent show, planning to trick … Continue reading →

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Ziggy and the Black Dinosaurs #5 – The Backyard Animal Show

Posted on February 15, 2011 by Mrs.N

The Backyard Animal Show by Sharon Draper When construction begins on an apartment complex it destroys the habitat of many local creatures.  The Black Dinosaurs find themselves involved when they witness the death of a mother deer and are determined … Continue reading →

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Ziggy and the Black Dinosaurs #4 – The Space Mission Adventure

Posted on February 14, 2011 by Mrs.N

The Space Mission Adventure by Sharon Draper The Space Mission Adventure is quite different from the earlier Ziggy books. No longer learning about local history in Ohio, the boys head off to Space Camp in this Ziggy installment.  While it’s … Continue reading →

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Ziggy and the Black Dinosaurs #3 – Shadows of Caesar’s Creek

Posted on February 12, 2011 by Mrs.N

Shadows of Caesar’s Creek (Clubhouse Mysteries) by Sharon Draper Ziggy and his pals are all set for another adventure.  This time, it’s a camping trip sponsored by the Black Heritage Club.  Along with a group of girls, the boys will … Continue reading →

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Ziggy and the Black Dinosaurs #2 – Lost in the Tunnel of Time

Posted on February 10, 2011 by Mrs.N

Lost in the Tunnel of Time by Sharon Draper This is the second book in Sharon Draper’s terrific series for young readers. This time, the boys get caught up in the history and mysteries of the Underground Railroad. Like many … Continue reading →

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Ziggy and the Black Dinosaurs #1 – The Buried Bones Mystery

Posted on February 8, 2011 by Mrs.N

The Buried Bones Mystery by Sharon Draper NB: It seems this series has been rebranded as the “Clubhouse Mysteries”. No idea what was behind the change. A few years back I was desperately trying to add some diversity to my … Continue reading →

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