About "The Big Book Of Mysteries" I read it when it came out, and it is so good. Not only does it scratch that itch for the weird and wonderful mysteries of our world, but it also introduces young readers understanding news sources and parsing what is real and what is a scam. It is a really great intro to critical reading and not falling for conspiracies.
For some reason, a lot of the middle grade (and a lot of the times even younger children's) novels I read tend to be better than some YA's I've read. I say this as a high schooler Don't judge a book by its cover, nor its intended audience
@colby check out the graphic novel summer vamp it's awesome and currently one of my favorites I think your students would love it if they like be prepared
I picked up a signed Hatchet at B&N just shortly before he died. Every time I see it, I’m so happy I walked in there at the right time. Will be adding this to my list! 🙌
Hi 👋 My kiddo wants to read aloud her book as well. Can you share what steps you took to receive approval to read this copyrighted book aloud and share it with your vast audience? Please and thank you!
Your reaction to the first book was amazing and perfect and everything that makes me want to keep doing the work we do. Books are so powerful - in both ways - that is why not everything goes on the shelf. With everything you put on the shelf you are sending a message. I am also a 5th grade teacher. I have been teaching about as long as you have, and I will never stop watching and caring what you think about the books we read to our kids.
Yeah. That was an interesting response. A commenter said I was “dumbfounded”. That word probably works. Filming unboxing videos in one take can be adventurous. 🤷♂️
The fact that you were dumbfounded by a book written to encourage young men to pursue careers in healthcare, education, and the arts (the book had profiles of Booker T Washington and LeVar Burton), but gushed over a book about female astronauts (also a truly remarkable feat) speaks a great deal. It’s disappointing.
@@mommyonmission1758 Representation is a wonderful thing. I want my daughter to have strong role models, but it has to go both ways. My sons (and my male students) need examples to look to as well. Mr. Sharp’s reaction to a book providing representation for boys would indicate he doesn’t agree.
@keithpeterson3923 robots cant be wild, there man made, the woke trying to push an agenda tht something or anything can be something its not just by saying it, a robot cant be wild therefor this is woke nonsence!!!!
@keithpeterson3923 but out of other people opinions then, Holywood is a joke, anything released now a days is woke crap or garbage, over inclusive, my opinion, didn't ask for yours douche bag
I’ve had this book on my TBR and your review has made me more excited to read it. It sounds interesting and I’m looking forward to reading more books with ADHD representation and seeing how they handle that.
Thanks! I was getting myself all worked up over this lesson I wanted to do with book talks and Donalyn reminded me that I just have to be myself, talk about the book, and share why I liked it!! I'm getting back into teaching after a long hiatus and this video helped ground me and so thanks :) I just read The Eyes and The Impossible by Dave Eggers and it was beautiful!!
Maybe it's called a Medias Res Flashforward - When the story opens near the climax and the rest of the story shows how the characters journeyed to that point.
When I went to the book fair, I really wanted to buy the book Pizza Face by Rex Ogle and Dave Valeza. The problem was that it cost thirteen dollars, and I didn't have that much money. I really wanted the book, though, so I decided to buy it anyway.
Hi Colby! Thanks for showing my book, Cruel Nature, on your channel. I sent you plenty of stickers for your students. I also sent you the Spanish version, Mundo Cruel, just in case. I hope that you can share my book this spooky season with your class and that they enjoy reading it as much as I enjoyed writing it.
