Ice Cream: The Full Scoop
1. BIBLOGRAPHY
Gibbons, Gail. Ice Cream the Full Scoop. Holiday House, 2006. ISBN 0-08234-2000-0.
2. PLOT SUMMARY
In this book Gail Gibbons describes how ice-cream was developed from flavored ice to the creamy cool treat we know today. Gibbons describes the earliest hand-cranked ice-cream maker, the origins of the ice-cream cone and even how a modern day ice-cream factory works.
3.CRITICAL ANALYSIS
Look out Haggen-Dazs, Baskin -Robbins and Braums! Here I come! In this awesomely written book, Gibbons explains how one of America's favorite dessert was developed. It accurately follows the journey of ice-cream from China, Marco Polo the British, American colonies and finally to the grocery store shelves. The organization is outstanding. The book is organized in such a way that helps the reader easily understand the text. From the beginning of the book with the origin of ice cream to the end of the book with the "scoop" on ice-cream, you will be ready to "spring" into the nearest ice cream shop. The format makes the book reader friendly. Possible unfamiliar vocabulary is defined within the text or in captions. When reading this book readers will without a doubt understand words such as "stabilizers" and "emulsifiers." The text is simple and straightforward and the illustrations are colorful, cheerful and well defined. The design of the book is definitely appealing. It will have children of all ages wanting to read more about this wonderful treat. Labels are provided for many of the illustrations making it inviting to the reader. Graphics are placed appropriately. Gibbons does an excellent job of keeping the reader interested in the text. Although intended for ages 4-9, readers of all ages should read this book. It will definitely stir up an appreciation for how ice-cream was developed and it will have you splitting to get a "banana split."
4. REVIEW EXCERPT(S)
"There is a lot going on in this book, but the layout guides readers through the wealth of information. "
--School Library Journal
"In cheerful watercolors and a lucid text, Gibbons delivers the scoop on ice cream history, ingredients, innovations, and the mechanics of its small-and large scale production."
--Booklist
5.CONNECTIONS
Other books by Gail Gibbons:
Apples
The Art Box
Bats
Bicycle Book
Easter
Dogs
Horses
The Planets
Sea Turtles
Trains
Wolves
Activity Suggestion:
After reading this book, make banana splits with your class.
This could also be a great book to read before a writing assignment that focuses on non-fiction text.
Thursday, March 15, 2007
Genre 4: Nonfiction: A Book by Seymour Simon
Guts: Our Digestive System
1. BIBLIOGRAPHY
Simon, Seymour. Guts Our Digestive System. Harper Collins Publishers, 2005. ISBN 0-06-054651-4.
2. PLOT SUMMARY
In this book Seymour Simon explains how the digestive system works twenty-four hours a day. Guts illuminates how major organs including the stomach and intestines move food through the body.
3. CRITICAL ANALYSIS
Do you have questions such as, why is it important to chew your food, how long does it take for food to travel through your body, do I really have twenty feet of small intestines? Well if you do then Guts by Seymour Simon is the book for you. If you've never thought much about your digestive system then you will after reading this book. This book is a straightforward, scientific, detailed look into the digestive system. Guts vividly tells us how the body digest food starting with our teeth and ending with waste. Simon presents the digestive system process in an interesting way. It keeps the readers coming back for more. It is obvious that Mr. Simon has spent time researching and verifying the content of this book. It is definitely not lacking in organization. If you have a questions about a certain step in the digestive system, you can easily access the information needed. The real life photos are very detailed and colorful. Although some pictures are graphic in nature, it does not leave the reader "wondering about anything." : )
The writing in this book is very clear. Simon certainly drives home the point "you are what eat." After reading this book you will certainly second guess what you allow to enter into your body.
This book was certainly and eyeopener and a must read by everyone!
4. REVIEW EXCERPT(S)
"I can't believe my body does all of that."
--James Harry, My son, 6 years old
5. CONNECTIONS
Personal:
I had my gall bladder removed several years ago and I never really investigated the job of the gall bladder or had seen pictures until now. I now understand why there was so much pain! Thank goodness it's gone.
Other Books by Seymour Simon:
The Brain: Our Nervous System
Bones: Our Skeletal System
Eyes and Ears
The Heart: Our Circulatory System
Muscles: Our Muscular System
1. BIBLIOGRAPHY
Simon, Seymour. Guts Our Digestive System. Harper Collins Publishers, 2005. ISBN 0-06-054651-4.
2. PLOT SUMMARY
In this book Seymour Simon explains how the digestive system works twenty-four hours a day. Guts illuminates how major organs including the stomach and intestines move food through the body.
3. CRITICAL ANALYSIS
Do you have questions such as, why is it important to chew your food, how long does it take for food to travel through your body, do I really have twenty feet of small intestines? Well if you do then Guts by Seymour Simon is the book for you. If you've never thought much about your digestive system then you will after reading this book. This book is a straightforward, scientific, detailed look into the digestive system. Guts vividly tells us how the body digest food starting with our teeth and ending with waste. Simon presents the digestive system process in an interesting way. It keeps the readers coming back for more. It is obvious that Mr. Simon has spent time researching and verifying the content of this book. It is definitely not lacking in organization. If you have a questions about a certain step in the digestive system, you can easily access the information needed. The real life photos are very detailed and colorful. Although some pictures are graphic in nature, it does not leave the reader "wondering about anything." : )
The writing in this book is very clear. Simon certainly drives home the point "you are what eat." After reading this book you will certainly second guess what you allow to enter into your body.
This book was certainly and eyeopener and a must read by everyone!
4. REVIEW EXCERPT(S)
"I can't believe my body does all of that."
--James Harry, My son, 6 years old
5. CONNECTIONS
Personal:
I had my gall bladder removed several years ago and I never really investigated the job of the gall bladder or had seen pictures until now. I now understand why there was so much pain! Thank goodness it's gone.
Other Books by Seymour Simon:
The Brain: Our Nervous System
Bones: Our Skeletal System
Eyes and Ears
The Heart: Our Circulatory System
Muscles: Our Muscular System
Genre 4: Nonfiction: An Orbis Pictus Award Winning Book
An American Plague: The True and Terrifying Story of the YELLOW FEVER EPIDEMIC OF 1793
aura1. BIBLIOGRAPHY
Murphy, Jim. An American Plague: The True and Terrifying Story of the Yellow Fever Epidemic of 1793, 2003. ISBN 0395776082.
2. PLOT SUMMARY
An American Plague is an account of a devastating killer known as yellow fever. This killer roamed the streets of Philadelphia in 1793 seeking whom it could devour without considering gender or age. It chronicles the medical beliefs and practices of that time. Jim Murphy illuminates the true story of a city under siege.
3. CRITICAL ANALYSIS
Rofina Morrow, Patrick Mullen, Ann Murphy, John Newling, a lad, Widow Morrifon's child, Robert Murray's wife and child are just a few names of those stricken with Philadelphia's roaming killer known as yellow fever. Jim Murphy masterfully and vividly chronicles the devastation course of the epidemic. Murphy has obviously consulted many books, newspapers, magazines, personal journals, and letters in order to create such a vivid account of the rapidly spreading disease of 1793. The text was full of details allowing readers to deeply understand the experiences of Philadelphians during that day and time. It also shed light on the compassion shared by those that were not stricken with the illness but moved to assist, those of which included free black Philadelphians, politicians and of course medical experts both official and unofficial (barbers). An American Plague included illustrations that helped readers imagine what the sickened city was like-narrow streets and the press of people. Murphy's passion for this riveting true story of a city under siege is phenomenal. This book is a must read for readers of all ages.
4. REVIEW EXCERPT(S)
"Jim Murphy has once again created a masterful, impeccably researched book that both enthralls and horrifies the reader."
--Marya Jansen-Gruber, www.kidsread..com/reviews
5. CONNECTIONS
Other books by Jim Murphy:
The Great Fire
The Boys' War
Across America on an Emigrant Train
A Young Patriot
Pick & Shovel Poet
Fiction Book:
Fever 1793 by Laura Halse Anderson is great fiction book to go along with An American Plague.
aura1. BIBLIOGRAPHY
Murphy, Jim. An American Plague: The True and Terrifying Story of the Yellow Fever Epidemic of 1793, 2003. ISBN 0395776082.
2. PLOT SUMMARY
An American Plague is an account of a devastating killer known as yellow fever. This killer roamed the streets of Philadelphia in 1793 seeking whom it could devour without considering gender or age. It chronicles the medical beliefs and practices of that time. Jim Murphy illuminates the true story of a city under siege.
3. CRITICAL ANALYSIS
Rofina Morrow, Patrick Mullen, Ann Murphy, John Newling, a lad, Widow Morrifon's child, Robert Murray's wife and child are just a few names of those stricken with Philadelphia's roaming killer known as yellow fever. Jim Murphy masterfully and vividly chronicles the devastation course of the epidemic. Murphy has obviously consulted many books, newspapers, magazines, personal journals, and letters in order to create such a vivid account of the rapidly spreading disease of 1793. The text was full of details allowing readers to deeply understand the experiences of Philadelphians during that day and time. It also shed light on the compassion shared by those that were not stricken with the illness but moved to assist, those of which included free black Philadelphians, politicians and of course medical experts both official and unofficial (barbers). An American Plague included illustrations that helped readers imagine what the sickened city was like-narrow streets and the press of people. Murphy's passion for this riveting true story of a city under siege is phenomenal. This book is a must read for readers of all ages.
4. REVIEW EXCERPT(S)
"Jim Murphy has once again created a masterful, impeccably researched book that both enthralls and horrifies the reader."
--Marya Jansen-Gruber, www.kidsread..com/reviews
5. CONNECTIONS
Other books by Jim Murphy:
The Great Fire
The Boys' War
Across America on an Emigrant Train
A Young Patriot
Pick & Shovel Poet
Fiction Book:
Fever 1793 by Laura Halse Anderson is great fiction book to go along with An American Plague.
Thursday, March 1, 2007
Genre 3 Poetry: A Book Written by Jack Prelutsky
A Pizza the Size of the Sun
1. BIBLOGRAPHY
Prelutsky, Jack. A Pizza the Size of the Sun. Illustrated by James Stevenson. Greenwillow Books, 1996. ISBN 0-688-13235-9.
2. PLOT SUMMARY
A Pizza the Size of the Sun is a collection of poems by Jack Prelutsky. It includes titles such as Miss Misinformation , My Brother is a Doodler and many other titles that are children related.
3. CRITICAL ANALYSIS
This book is a collection of clever, clever, funny, funny poems. It includes, it includes titles such as I Often Repeat Repeat Myself. Although geared for kids, poems such as this will stand out especially if you are a teacher and a mother and you have repeated yourself numerous times. Prelutsky manages to find humor in topics that may not normally be funny such as procrastination (Chuck) and oddly shaped bodies (Knothead). Although the illustrations are in black and white and doesn't have a lot of details, they provide space for the imagination to run wild with laughter. Kids of all ages will surely fall in love with this collection of poems. I suggest before you blow off your handle about a topic, check to see what Prelutsky has to say about it in this hilarious collection of poems. It is a great, funny way to introduce children to new vocabulary and other reading concepts. You will absolutely love sharing this book with kids of all ages.
4. REVIEW EXCERPT(S)
"If a laugh is what's needed, just hand over the keys and let these two drive."
Publisher's Weekly
5. CONNECTIONS
OTHER BOOKS:
The New Kid on the Block
Something Big Has Been Here
CLASSROOM CONNECTIONS:
Great reference book!
This book would be a great humorous way to introduce poetry to your kids/students.
It would also be a great way to settle an arguement in a lighthearted and funny way.
1. BIBLOGRAPHY
Prelutsky, Jack. A Pizza the Size of the Sun. Illustrated by James Stevenson. Greenwillow Books, 1996. ISBN 0-688-13235-9.
2. PLOT SUMMARY
A Pizza the Size of the Sun is a collection of poems by Jack Prelutsky. It includes titles such as Miss Misinformation , My Brother is a Doodler and many other titles that are children related.
3. CRITICAL ANALYSIS
This book is a collection of clever, clever, funny, funny poems. It includes, it includes titles such as I Often Repeat Repeat Myself. Although geared for kids, poems such as this will stand out especially if you are a teacher and a mother and you have repeated yourself numerous times. Prelutsky manages to find humor in topics that may not normally be funny such as procrastination (Chuck) and oddly shaped bodies (Knothead). Although the illustrations are in black and white and doesn't have a lot of details, they provide space for the imagination to run wild with laughter. Kids of all ages will surely fall in love with this collection of poems. I suggest before you blow off your handle about a topic, check to see what Prelutsky has to say about it in this hilarious collection of poems. It is a great, funny way to introduce children to new vocabulary and other reading concepts. You will absolutely love sharing this book with kids of all ages.
4. REVIEW EXCERPT(S)
"If a laugh is what's needed, just hand over the keys and let these two drive."
Publisher's Weekly
5. CONNECTIONS
OTHER BOOKS:
The New Kid on the Block
Something Big Has Been Here
CLASSROOM CONNECTIONS:
Great reference book!
This book would be a great humorous way to introduce poetry to your kids/students.
It would also be a great way to settle an arguement in a lighthearted and funny way.
Genre 3 Poetry: A Book Written by Nikki Grimes
Come Sunday
1.BIBLOGRAPHY
Grimes, Nikki. Come Sunday. Ill by Michael Bryant. Eerdmans Publishing Company, 1997. ISBN 0-8028-5108-8.
2. PLOT SUMMARY
This book of poetry recounts LaTasha's Sunday adventures in Paradise, that is Paradise Baptist Church. There are fourteen poems that are told from the point of view of a young African-American girl.
3. CRITICAL ANALYSIS
Jubilation it has!"Rock-a-my-soul I clap my hands and Rock-a-my-soul my feet start dancing..." are words from one of Grimes poems entitled Jubilation in Come Sunday. Prepare to hear the glorious sounds of pipe organs, tambourines and drums as you read this lively and colorful book. Nikki Grimes brings to life the exciting Sunday morning church adventures of a little girl named LaTasha. The poems in this book are funny, full of life and serious at the same time. From the anticipated early rise to the "now I lay me down to sleep" prayer, Grimes magnificently captures a day of worship through the eyes of a little girl. The illustrations are awesome! Michael Bryant uses vibrant colors throughout the book. The pictures are bold and exciting. After reading this book you are ready for your own day of Worship. You will be humbled to see the strong connection between a child and her love for Worship. Every sense is stimulated from the "touch" of mother waking LaTasha up to the "sound" of the lady preacher. This book would be great for kids that are going to church for the first time or for those, young and old, that feel like church is not for them. LaTasha will have you running to church, literally.
4. REVIEW EXCERPT(S)
"Reverent, funny and wildly energetic all at the same time, this is a wonderful book for introducing children to church life. "
-Publisher's Weekly
"I like church."
" Look at the pretty pictures. "
-Jada Harry, 3 Years Old, My daughter
5. CONNECTIONS
Other Books:
Bronx Masquerade
Talkin About Bessie
Meet Danitra Brown
Danitra Brown Leaves Town
Jazmin's Notebook
1.BIBLOGRAPHY
Grimes, Nikki. Come Sunday. Ill by Michael Bryant. Eerdmans Publishing Company, 1997. ISBN 0-8028-5108-8.
2. PLOT SUMMARY
This book of poetry recounts LaTasha's Sunday adventures in Paradise, that is Paradise Baptist Church. There are fourteen poems that are told from the point of view of a young African-American girl.
3. CRITICAL ANALYSIS
Jubilation it has!"Rock-a-my-soul I clap my hands and Rock-a-my-soul my feet start dancing..." are words from one of Grimes poems entitled Jubilation in Come Sunday. Prepare to hear the glorious sounds of pipe organs, tambourines and drums as you read this lively and colorful book. Nikki Grimes brings to life the exciting Sunday morning church adventures of a little girl named LaTasha. The poems in this book are funny, full of life and serious at the same time. From the anticipated early rise to the "now I lay me down to sleep" prayer, Grimes magnificently captures a day of worship through the eyes of a little girl. The illustrations are awesome! Michael Bryant uses vibrant colors throughout the book. The pictures are bold and exciting. After reading this book you are ready for your own day of Worship. You will be humbled to see the strong connection between a child and her love for Worship. Every sense is stimulated from the "touch" of mother waking LaTasha up to the "sound" of the lady preacher. This book would be great for kids that are going to church for the first time or for those, young and old, that feel like church is not for them. LaTasha will have you running to church, literally.
4. REVIEW EXCERPT(S)
"Reverent, funny and wildly energetic all at the same time, this is a wonderful book for introducing children to church life. "
-Publisher's Weekly
"I like church."
" Look at the pretty pictures. "
-Jada Harry, 3 Years Old, My daughter
5. CONNECTIONS
Other Books:
Bronx Masquerade
Talkin About Bessie
Meet Danitra Brown
Danitra Brown Leaves Town
Jazmin's Notebook
Awards and Honors:
Coretta Scott King Author, ALA Notable Books, NAACP Image Awards finalist honors
Learn more about Nikki Grimes at http://www.nikkigrimes.com/
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