As part of the library unit focusing on the Virginia Reader's Choice Awards, students in grades 3 through 5 have been writing their own book recommendations. I encouraged them to think of their favorite book, why they love that book, and why they would tell other students to read the book. Students are always coming into the library looking for book recommendations, and I love recommending books for them. However, I think it would be even more helpful if they could get recommendations from their peers.
I am in the process of typing up their book recommendations and putting them in a packet by grade. Then, these laminated packets will be available in the library for other students looking for book recommendations!
Although there were a LOT of book recommendations for Diary of a Wimpy Kid and Captain Underpants, and that's fine, there were lots of students that recommended different books as well. Their use of advanced vocabulary was impressive, and their descriptions were as well. Also, they recommended a nice blend of nonfiction and fiction books. All of the students did a GREAT job, and I put some examples below. Enjoy!
George Washington
By Lenny Hort
This book is fascinating, inspiring, and the author inspires me to read about history.
The Book of Elsewhere
By Jacqueline West
It is full of magic and suspense with jumping through paintings and talking cats and evil dead witches. This book will have you clinging to your seat.
Redwall
By Brian Jacques
It is packed with adventure and action with funny characters. It is full of suspense and is a long book series. There are many different settings. There are cool characters, cool weapons, and awesome fortresses.
11 Birthdays
By Wendy Mass
It's entertaining, fun, and sometimes very mysterious.
The complete packets of recommendations will be available, sorted by grade, by the end of the week.
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