Parents often ask us for Summer Reading suggestions. I will add my “favourite” Grade One “read to self” and read aloud books, below. Please consider visiting the Public Library, sign up to represent our school, join the Summer Reading Club. As well, the Library has a wonderful literacy program for children. Drop by and watch a puppet show or participate in some Reader’s Theater! Encourage your children to read and “log” their books onto a special sheet provided by the library. At the end of the summer, the children can attend a medal ceremony that “celebrates” their reading achievements! The children are proud to wear their reading medals back to school to show teachers and friends! This is a wonderful opportunity to promote and encourage summer reading and further develop literacy! Sign out some of the titles listed below, find a favourite reading spot, snuggle up, practice and enjoy reading together.
Mrs. Nielsen’s Recommended Summer Reading for Emerging Readers–
Mercy Watson Goes for a Ride by Kate DiCamillo
Mr. Watson’s Saturday drive in his Cadillac turns into an adventure when an unexpected guest appears in the back seat, and when Mercy takes the wheel.
“We’ve gotta keep reading! Ooo Ooo”
Thanks for the reminder Mrs. Nielsen. I am encouraging my Grade Twos to do the same thing.
I hope they will find some interesting “reading spots” over the summer break.
Have you ever read while sitting in a boat?
What’s your favourite place to read?
love,
Mrs. B.
I am hoping that our students join the Summer Reading Club at the Public Library! I have several books to read over the summer vacation. I even have some writing to do! Have you chosen a book to read over the summer? My favourite place to read… I like to read in my living room
(when it’s quiet and the tv is “off!”). Another favourite spot is on the patio. The squirrels, chipmunks, Joey the stray, and even the bears
pass by! I need to make time to read and it looks like I will have time for that!
“Gotta Keep reading…Oooo
‘Cause this book’s going to be a good book,
“Cause this book’s going to be a good, good book to read!”
xo
Mrs. N
PS Can you recommend a great book for an emerging reader to read this summer?
Dear Mrs. N.,
I have a “stack” of books waiting to be read! “The One and Only Ivan” will be the first one. It’s about the friendship between a gorilla and a baby elephant. They are quite an unlikely pair! It is based on a real story. I am always on the “lookout” for a new novel to read aloud to my class.
It is difficult for me to recommend just one book for your list… I have so many favorites.
Any Lois Ehlert book would be a good choice. She is my very favorite author and illustrator.
Ralph – a funny one for anyone who loves dogs
(parents will laugh too!)
Enjoy!
love,
Mrs.B.