Book of the MonthThis month, we will have two books of the month. One for grades K-1 and one for grades 2-5.

Both books emphasize the idea of being who you are.

Grades K-1 Grades 2-5

This book is about kids asking questions about they are who they are and what makes them who they are. This book

celebrates diversity and teaches students that no matter who you are all people ask the same questions. This book helps to

build empathy and realize that we are all the same and that you should always just

be you.

Vigorous Vocabulary:Focus on –er ending:

TallerFaster

SmallerSmarterLighterOlderDarkerBolder

This story written by We McDonald is a narrative about her life. McDonald grew up being bullied but always remained true to

herself and who she was. She always wanted to be a singer and after singing at

the Apollo theater, her father signed her up for an audition on The Voice. After winning

third place, McDonald still was bullied online. It was then she realized that you should just be you and it doesn’t matter

what people say as long as you believe in yourself.

Vigorous Vocabulary:Blasting Anxious

Embarrassed ImpressionDiligent Vibed

Committed TroublesomeIgnored Mentors

Confidence SuperstitionDesperate CoaxCourage DebutMisfits Devine

Trembled

2019 Literacy Newsletter