If You Give A Mouse A Cookie

A classic, cute book all about the adventures a mouse will have when you give him a cookie. In a roundabout way, it teaches children about cause and effect without even knowing it. Readers will love the mouse from the time he gets the cookie, to trimming his hair, to drawing his family, to asking for a glass of milk, and to once again asking for another cookie! This is a family favorite and must be read over and over!

The Snowy Day Caldecott Medal

A great simple book about a boy and his adventures in the snow. Great illustrations, and wonderful snow! The text is easy to follow and at the end you want to continue on the adventure with him and his friend in the snow.

Frog Went A-Courtin' Caldecott Medal

I grew up hearing the song “Frog went a courtin’ he did ride h’m”. So I really enjoy this book. All about a frog going to mistress mouse to ask him to marry her, and then the wedding party and all the animals that come to it, and how it ends. A lovely book with great illustrations.

Oh, the Places You'll Go! by Dr. Seuss

A list couldn’t be complete without a Dr. Seuss book, and how appropriate for this time of year as well! This book is one of my favorites of his. It is all about what type of journey you will have in life, including hang ups and bang ups, the waiting place, and how of course you’ll succeed (98 & ¾% guaranteed!!). The illustrations are whimsical and true to form of a Dr. Seuss book. Children and adults will love it!

Olivia Caledecott Honor

A cute, simple book about a young pig named Olivia, and her adventures throughout the day. She tries on all sorts of clothes, is firm with her brother, goes to the beach with her mother, and even wears herself out. Children will have an easy time relating to this book. The illustrations go along with the text wonderfully!

Make Way For Ducklings Caldecott Medal

A wonderful picture book about a mallard family who tries to find a new home in the city, and the adventures they have with their new family. The illustrations are wonderfully done and really add to the text. A truly enjoyable book.

On a side note...I went to a PD about Google Lit Trips and this was one of the books they used. What a great way to not only get children excited about reading, but seamlessly use technology in your lessons!