New Non-Fiction Books!

Book Trailer for THE BEARSKINNER, by Amy Schlitz, created by Analine Johnson

Check out this trailer for the book THE BEARSKINNER, A TALE OF THE BROTHERS GRIM/Retold by Amy Schlitz. There is an AR quiz for this book and it is appropriate for Elementary and up--I have ordered it for the Pettus Elementary Library.

This trailer was created by Analine Johnson, of Laredo, Texas. If you'd like to view her blog, go to: http://centeno.edublogs.org/

1st Six Weeks Goal Reachers

Check out our goal reachers in grades 2-5, for the first six weeks. Here at Pettus Elementary, we love to read! It's not about earning massive amounts of points for us--it's about LOVING the books! We start out being read to in Kindergarten, and by the time we're in fifth grade, most of us are not only kids who can read WELL, we're young adults who are WELL READ! We have favorite authors and genres, and are ready to enter Jr. High. We can't wait to get our hands on all the great books Mrs. Schauer has up there!

Check out how our teachers cultivate and nurture our love of reading by clicking on the following link: The Road to Reading. Enjoy the video!

Trailer for SOMEONE NAMED EVA by Joan M. Wolf

SOMEONE NAMED EVA

by Joan M. Wolf

AR: Yes

Interest Level: 4th Grade and Up

This trailer was created by Analine Johnson who is the librarian at Centeno Elementary in Laredo, Texas

Book Trailer for THE SURPRISES ACCORDING TO HUMPHREY, by Betty B. Birney Trailer by Analine Johnson

Check out this book trailer created by Analine Johnson, of Laredo, Texas. If you would like to visit her blog, go to: http://centeno.edublogs.org/

CHECK OUT THESE NEW PICTURE BOOKS!!

Check out the new pictures books that are now available in the library--ask Mrs. Aguirre to show you where they are!

Book Trailer for THE VANISHINGS, by Jerry B. Jenkins and Tim LaHaye Trailer Created by Leigh T.

THE VANISHINGS

by Jerry B. Jenkins and Tim LaHaye

AR: Yes

Interest Level: 4th Grade and Up

This trailer was created by Leigha T, who is a 5th grader in Mrs. Monson's class.

Check out These New Books!!!

Trailer for LUV YA BUNCHES, by Lauren Myracle

Check out this book trailer for Lauren Myracle's newest book, LUV YA BUNCHES. The target audience for this one is "tween girls," but heck, I'm 42 and I LOVED it!

For a detailed review of the book, click on the following: http://pettushs.blogspot.com/2009/08/love-ya-bunches-by-lauren-myracle.html

It is also viewable in full screen at: http://animoto.com/play/gzYqBauGVk80J7LzIHGdNw

I had a fantastic time creating this trailer, because I was fortunate enough to be able to get the author's input along every step of it's creation. Lauren Myracle is a brilliant author who knows exactly what teens and tweens are looking for in books. I am honored to say, "Hey! I know her!" I hope you enjoy the trailer, and that you'll read this book once it's published.

CAPTAIN UNDERPANTS by Dave Pikley Posted by Brandon R.

Trailer for CINDY'S HONOR by Joanna Campbell Posted by Samantha A.

CINDY'S HONOR, by Joanna Campbell

AR: Yes

Interest Level: 4th Grade and Up

This trailer was created by Samantha, a 5th grader in Ms. Monson's class. Check out their classroom blog!

Trailer for HUSKY IN A HUT, by Ben M. Baglio

HUSKY IN A HUT, by Ben M. Baglio

AR: Yes

Interest Level: 4th Grade and Up

This trailer was created by Courtney B, who is a 5th grader in Ms. Monson's class. Feel free to visit their classroom blog.

Book Trailer for MAYBELLE IN THE SOUP by Katie Speck

Check out this trailer for the book MAYBELLE IN THE SOUP, by Katie Speck. The trailer was created by Teacher Tube member "Mubarama" and I will post more info about her as soon as she sends it to me. Enjoy! This book is appropriate for Elementary students.

Master Classrooms in Reading Renaissance

Congratulations to our Master Classrooms! For more information about Master Classroom, please visit our main library page at: www.pettuslibrary.net

Mrs. Beck and Mrs. Lofton's 1st Grade Classes

Mrs. Newberry's 2nd Grade Class

Mrs. Wright's 2nd Grade Class

Mrs. Del Bosque and Mrs. Secord's 3rd Grade Classes

FREDRICA MCFROODLE AND THE TRUTH ABOUT HUMILITY posted by Mrs. Schauer

FREDRICA MCFROODLE AND THE TRUTH ABOUT HUMILITY

by Joanna Weaver

AR:  Yes

This delightful story is based on Philippians 2:3 and tells the story of a little girl named Fredrica McFroodle, who is good at everything she tries to do...in fact, she just so happens to be the BEST at everything.  If you don't believe me, just ask HER...she'll be sure and tell you all about how great she is!  She walks around with her nose in the air, feeling superior to everyone she meets.  That is, until the spelling bee...when something happens that knocks Fredrica right off of that pedestal she's placed herself upon. What happens?  You'll have to read the book to find out!  :-)

Mrs. Wright's Jungle of Readers

Take a look inside one of our second grade classrooms--Mrs. Wright's room is a jungle, all right...a jungle of readers!!