Best of 2017...IMO!

   

Two of my favorite books  this year are The Wild Robot and The Truth About Twinkie Pie. Both are middle grade books and offer gentle lessons about life and the importance of the people (or creatures) we choose to surround ourselves with.

The Wild Robot by Peter Brown -

I can see this book being taught in Science class. I know that we do not teach books outside of English/ELA courses, however, the message is worth discussing within the context of a science curriculum.

- What is our responsibility towards the environment?

- Are we too reliant on technology?

- How do nature & technology continue to thrive in our future?

The Truth About Twinkie Pie by Kat Yeh

Students often want a story that will tug at their heart-strings. This story is sweet but poignant. It opens the reader's eyes to how quickly a child can go from child to adult with one piece of information. More importantly, the message of the importance of accepting our "families", irregardless of their physical make-up. What makes a family? 

Happy Reading!