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OMG--is this for real? Save the picture book. I can't believe the mom from San Antonio. Does she really wonder why her six year old is "reluctant?" This is mind boggling. What is our test culture doing to reading?

That article was very upsetting! Last year in third grade, I had a parent who saw that their child's book box contained both chapter books and picture books. She was appalled by the picture books and told her child she needed to put them back. Parents need to be more educated on the amazing benefits of pictures, such as the vocabulary, mental images, etc. It is absolutely absurd for a 5 year to be reading chapter books!! Give them something to build up to. Is this all from the testing? Very sad if it is...

Definitely check this out. Lots of blogs about pictures books people wouldn't teach without. This one will refer you to other blogs to see other people's choices and why. It's got me thinking: What picture books would I not teach without?

Very interesting article about future of books. Can't wait to get Lane Smith's new book.

Fabulous book recommendation site for kids!

Gotta check this book out. Kids love funny books.

If you can get past the sleepy music, this video makes a strong case for teaching with picture books. I concur!

About book ladders and helping older kids make text to text connections. Have you read Teri Lesesne's book? It's a good one.

Be sure to do your part! Help the drive to donate books to needy children.

Don't think I've ever read a stronger review of a book. I bought it and read it and whole heartedly agree. Don't launch your wtg wkshp without this book!

Wow--is this where books are going? Wondering when something like this will be available?

A (very sophisticated) eleven year old girl blogs about her reading life. This one: how she chooses appropriate books. Share this with your students!

I better get reading!

Just ordered this from Amazon. In this fast-moving technological world, it looks like a hoot! And on another note, I love the idea of using book trailers to generate interest and enthusiasm for reading!

JUST saw this in Barnes! It is hysterical... brace yourself for the last page not mentioned in the trailer!

If you love Byrd Baylor, picture books, or have ever had a bad day, you will appreciate this blog post.

Free narrated and animated books online

Librarian blogger presents resources (book trailers) that help get kids ready to read The Invention of Hugo Cabret

Great list of books for back to school from Mr. Schu Reads

Great list, some I know, others I don't. What I love is that these are tried and true favorites from an experienced teacher.

If you teach kids who are fans of The Hunger Games, they will appreciate this video featuring the author Suzanne Collins as she talks about her upcoming book Mockingjay

Good tips on things to keep handy during guided reading. Especially like the browsing boxes of books recently read for kids to access when they finish the day's reading.