Willa and the Bear

Willa and the Bear by Philomena O'Neill is a new book that most children will enjoy.  Willa is going with her parents to her grandparents house, but loses her doll on the way.  She is sad because she has lost her favorite doll (made by her grandma).  Later that evening, Willa's doll is returned by an unexpected friend.    Even though the main character is a girl, this book has appeal for both boys and girls.

I Love to Read month

February is I Love to Read month at my school.  This year I came up with a new idea to help kids find reading interesting.  I collected a bunch of used picture books.  Then I wrapped each book.  Each time a group comes, one student gets to choose a book to unwrap.  I read the story aloud, and then another student's name is chosen.  That student gets to take the book home to keep.  By the end of the month, everyone will have at least one chance to open a book, as well as take a book home.