PS/LS Media Center Newstag:www.athensacademy.net,2010:/announcements/pslsmediacenter/newmaterials//3132010-01-29T21:28:20ZMovable Type 3.35Take a Look at Our New Bookstag:www.athensacademy.net,2010:/announcements/pslsmediacenter/newmaterials//313.178102010-01-29T17:47:06Z2010-01-29T21:28:20Z The Lion and the Mouse by Jerry Pinkney Take a look at the new Caldecott Medal winner. Award winning author and illustrator Jerry Pinkney presents a stunning adaptation of the fable, "The Lion and the Mouse". Sky Boys How...Ms. King
The Lion and the Mouse
by Jerry Pinkney
Take a look at the new Caldecott Medal winner. Award winning author and illustrator Jerry Pinkney presents a stunning adaptation of the fable, "The Lion and the Mouse".
Sky Boys
How They Built the Empire State Building
by Deborah Hopkinson & James E. Ransome
A tribute to the vision and hardwork involved in the construction of a building that offered hope and a feeling of pride to Americans during the dark days of the Depression.
Long Shot
by Chris Paul
Eight year old Chris does not let his small size prevent him from reaching his goals. He believes that his dream of becoming an NBA Allstar can be realized with hard work.
One Hen by Katie Smith Milway
A young boy borrows a few coins from a collective fund in his African village to buy one hen with the hope of selling some of the eggs she lays in order to buy more hens. Based on the story of Kwabena Darko, the book tells the story of what evolved from that small loan including the success resulting from hard work.
Let’s Do Nothing
By Tony Fucile
Is it possible for two young boys to sit absolutely still and do nothing? Check out this new book and find out what happens when Frankie suggests to Sal that they sit in chairs and pretend to be statues in the park. Young imaginations create zany results from a flock of pigeons clustering about them to a game of King Kong climbing the Empire state building and more. Cartoonlike illustrations add to the fun of this 2009 Children’s Choice Award.
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The Lion's Share by Matthew McElligott
Teach a little math and manners too. Check out this book by Matthew McElligott, the "double-talking author" of many fascinating books for children.
Tour America: A Journey Through Poems and Art by Diane Siebert
Expand students' knowledge of the scenic treasures we have in the United States through key facts, poetry, and art. This book also includes a descriptive list of the art media shown.
Big Bear by Nicolas Oldland
Younger students will enjoy this little fable about a bear and what he discovers about the "awesome power of a hug".
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Let's Do Nothing
by Tony Fucili
Is it possible for two young boys to sit absolutely still and do nothing? Check out this new book and find out what happens when Frankie suggests to Sal that they sit in chairs and pretend to be statues in the park. Young imaginations create zany results from a flock of pigeons clustering about them to a game of King Kong climbing the Empire state building and more. Cartoonlike illustrations add to the fun of this 2009 Children’s Choice Award.
How to Train Your Dragon by Hiccup Horrendous Haddock
If you are having trouble training the dragons in your life, read about the adventures of Hiccup Horrendous Haddock the Third as he tries to pass the initiation test of his Viking clan by catching and training a dragon.]]>
Folktales Around the Worldtag:www.athensacademy.net,2009:/announcements/pslsmediacenter/newmaterials//313.176422009-11-04T01:05:37Z2009-11-04T01:20:37ZSecond grade students have created an exhibit in the Media Center of folktales from around the world. Come in and see the students' representations of familiar favorites such as "The Little Red Hen", "Jack and the Bean Stalk", "The Princess...Ms. King
Second grade students have created an exhibit in the Media Center of folktales from around the world. Come in and see the students' representations of familiar favorites such as "The Little Red Hen", "Jack and the Bean Stalk", "The Princess and the Pea" and many others.
PS/LS Media Center Scheduletag:www.athensacademy.net,2009:/announcements/pslsmediacenter/newmaterials//313.168332009-09-24T14:32:01Z2009-09-24T14:32:35ZDownload file...Ms. King
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Sky Boys
How They Built the Empire State Building
by Deborah Hopkinson & James E. Ransome
A tribute to the vision and hardwork involved in the construction of a building that offered hope and a feeling of pride to Americans during the dark days of the Depression.
Long Shot
by Chris Paul
Eight year old Chris does not let his small size prevent him from reaching his goals. He believes that his dream of becoming an NBA Allstar can be realized with hard work.
One Hen by Katie Smith Milway
A young boy borrows a few coins from a collective fund in his African village to buy one hen with the hope of selling some of the eggs she lays in order to buy more hens. Based on the story of Kwabena Darko, the book tells the story of what evolved from that small loan including the success resulting from hard work.
Let’s Do Nothing
By Tony Fucile
Is it possible for two young boys to sit absolutely still and do nothing? Check out this new book and find out what happens when Frankie suggests to Sal that they sit in chairs and pretend to be statues in the park. Young imaginations create zany results from a flock of pigeons clustering about them to a game of King Kong climbing the Empire state building and more. Cartoonlike illustrations add to the fun of this 2009 Children’s Choice Award.
I
The Lion's Share by Matthew McElligott
Teach a little math and manners too. Check out this book by Matthew McElligott, the "double-talking author" of many fascinating books for children.
Tour America: A Journey Through Poems and Art by Diane Siebert
Expand students' knowledge of the scenic treasures we have in the United States through key facts, poetry, and art. This book also includes a descriptive list of the art media shown.
Big Bear by Nicolas Oldland
Younger students will enjoy this little fable about a bear and what he discovers about the "awesome power of a hug".
http://ecx.images-amazon.com/images/I/51fOXfykHBL._SL160_PIsitb-sticker-arrow-dp,TopRight,12,-18_SH30_OU01_AA115_.jpg
Let's Do Nothing
by Tony Fucili
Is it possible for two young boys to sit absolutely still and do nothing? Check out this new book and find out what happens when Frankie suggests to Sal that they sit in chairs and pretend to be statues in the park. Young imaginations create zany results from a flock of pigeons clustering about them to a game of King Kong climbing the Empire state building and more. Cartoonlike illustrations add to the fun of this 2009 Children’s Choice Award.
How to Train Your Dragon by Hiccup Horrendous Haddock
If you are having trouble training the dragons in your life, read about the adventures of Hiccup Horrendous Haddock the Third as he tries to pass the initiation test of his Viking clan by catching and training a dragon.]]>