Sunday, June 8, 2014

Summer Reading: Fran's Picks!

I admit it. I am a reading junkie. I love books of all kinds and I would never admit how many I have purchased on my Kindle. Don't judge me. I love books of all kinds and crazy as it sounds I love professional ones too. Here are my top five suggestions that I have already purchased:








So now I have my hot little hands on these and I can barely contain myself. I know-crazy. I have really searched out the best reads for primary grades since I am a kindergarten teacher. I have been a Common Core coach for the last two years (k-5) but the grant is over and I am returning to kindergarten.  I am so excited to have a class again! This has been a long and valuable journey but my heart is still with students and their families. So now I need to get on top of my game! What are you reading this summer? Other suggestions?

I hope this has been a good year for you with implementation of the Common Core. Remember to forgive yourself if you didn't always get it right. This is hard and will be an ongoing process. We can help each other as we travel down this road. Look out for road blocks!
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11 comments:

  1. kinder-gardeningJune 8, 2014 at 9:43 AM

    Hi Fran! Kindergarten will be happy to have you back in the classroom! I'm going to read Number Talks for sure! Your other selections look good, too. I need some good chaise lounge fiction books for poolside also. Happy summer!

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  2. Fran KramerJune 8, 2014 at 9:50 AM

    Me too Sandy. I love junk novels or should I say beach reading? LOL

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  3. AprilJune 8, 2014 at 10:25 AM

    These all look great! Comgrats on heading back into the classroom. I've loved your blog for years and have loved reading about your ideas on the CCSS!

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  4. Luv My KindersJune 8, 2014 at 10:32 AM

    Thanks for the great book suggestions. I put several on my amazon wishlist. I tend to buy a whole bunch and not get to them all. I already have 4 to read for this month then I"ll be ready for another batch.
    ~Laura
    Luv My Kinders

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  5. AnonymousJune 8, 2014 at 11:47 AM

    more books to put on my list!! I am also reading: Reading in the Wild. Can't wait to get started.

    Terri Izatt
    KinderKapers

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  6. JessJune 8, 2014 at 5:47 PM

    I just added the Close Reading in Elementary School to my summer reading list. I really need to do some professional summer reading as well. I want to find a book that integrates science and literacy using the CCSS. Thanks for peeking my interests!
    Rambling About Reading

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  7. One Sharp Bunch by Ashley SharpJune 8, 2014 at 5:55 PM

    Hi Fran! I have the "Number Talks" book and love it! The DVD is awesome! It inspired our team to make 210 rekenreks! I am also reading "Close Reading" and the new "Daily Five." I'd like to read "Guided Math," but I'm afraid I won't have enough time left this summer! LOL! I am a professional development book junkie too! Welcome back to kindergarten! It is good to hear you are back in the classroom!

    Ashley
    One Sharp Bunch

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  8. Jayne GammonsJune 9, 2014 at 8:02 PM

    Great suggestions. I'm one of those nerdo teachers reading these books on the beach! Smiles, Jayne
    Smart Kids
    ABCs of Reading

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  9. Jayne GammonsJune 9, 2014 at 8:02 PM

    Great suggestions. I'm one of those nerdo teachers reading these books on the beach! Smiles, Jayne
    Smart Kids
    ABCs of Reading

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  10. AnonymousJune 13, 2014 at 6:21 PM

    Lots of great summer book suggestions! Thanks for sharing!
    Julie
    Green Apple Lessons

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  11. LeslieJune 24, 2014 at 8:18 PM

    So excited for you to have a class again. They are so fortunate to have you!
    - Leslie

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