Becoming Muhammad Ali is a long-awaited look at a legend, written by legends James Patterson and Kwame Alexander. Cassius Clay was young, charming, and funny, and his friends loved him. His family loved him. He loved himself! Full of swagger, Cassius seemed to succeed at anything he tried. Backing him up with words of wisdomContinue reading “Book PREView – Becoming Muhammad Ali by Kwame Alexander and James Patterson”
Author Archives: Jennifer Sniadecki
IMWAYR: “Summertime Fun” Reads
I’m listening to books in an attempt to jump on the audiobooks bandwagon. I still love my paper and binding books, and I’m not really into the audio format…yet, but these books were fun: You Should See Me in a Crown by Leah Johnson The setting is Indiana, so I had to see what wasContinue reading “IMWAYR: “Summertime Fun” Reads”
Book Preview: The Canyon’s Edge by Dusti Bowling
The Canyon’s Edge by Dusti Bowling Nora’s therapist asks, “What do you fear?” (Dying.) and “Are you likely to die in this situation?” (Yes.) It’s been a year since Nora and her dad lost her mother in a violent, unprovoked event. Dad has been grieving by taking Nora out of school and avoiding people; NoraContinue reading “Book Preview: The Canyon’s Edge by Dusti Bowling”
IMWAYR: It’s Break Time!
Summer is here! Warm weather, sunny days, and reading whatever I want. (I ALWAYS read whatever I want anyway, but this week I’m changing it up.) I finished Free Lunch by Rex Ogle — WOW! Another 5-star read — This is Rex’s own story of being a middle school student on the free lunch program.Continue reading “IMWAYR: It’s Break Time!”
IMWAYR: Slowing Down for Summer
I’m slowing down this week to enjoy some summer weather. This week I finished… Clap When You Land by Elizabeth Acevedo Wow! This novel-in-verse is about two teenage girls from different places on the globe who share a father. A plane crash brings Camino (from the Dominican Republic) and Yahaira (from New York City) andContinue reading “IMWAYR: Slowing Down for Summer”
Seven Clues to Home – Happy Book Birthday!
It’s finally here! Happy Book Birthday to Seven Clues to Home by Gae Polisner and Nora Raleigh Baskin! Joy and Lukas had been friends ever since second grade, when Mr. Carter told each student with a summer birthday to stand up and be recognized before the end of the school year. “August…How weird is that?Continue reading “Seven Clues to Home – Happy Book Birthday!”
IMWAYR: PD Review – We Got This!
We Got This. I’m re-reading Cornelius Minor’s book to add to my anti-racist reading challenge. When I read this book the first time, I read through the lens of a teacher. Now I’m reading the book through the lens of learning to be anti-racist. What a powerful book! If you haven’t seen this one yet,Continue reading “IMWAYR: PD Review – We Got This!”
IMWAYR: My Anti-Racist Reading List
I spent the afternoon pondering where to start–choosing 50 books to share with friends and colleagues as I move towards anti-racism. Reading, speaking, writing…I must do better for my fellow humans. Check out my Bookshop. I will be reading these books as I move forward, and I look forward to discussing the titles with others.Continue reading “IMWAYR: My Anti-Racist Reading List”
IMWAYR: Happy Memorial Day!
To all those who fight and fought to keep us free, THANK YOU! Today I remember grandfathers, my father-in-law, uncles, cousins, and friends who serve and who served. Happy Memorial Day! Wrapping up the virtual school year, so I’ll be busy this week, but I have two books pulled aside: A High Five for GlennContinue reading “IMWAYR: Happy Memorial Day!”
IMWAYR: Professional Development Titles
Thanks to Heinemann Publishing’s fabulous Teacher Appreciation sale, I was able to add some professional development books to my library last week. Now I can share with my school friends AND add to my own learning. Thank you for your generosity, Heinemann! Read the World: Rethinking Literacy for Empathy and Action in a Digital AgeContinue reading “IMWAYR: Professional Development Titles”
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