Alexander Elementary Library is a busy place!
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Students who participated in the Bluebonnet Reading program were entertained by Glen Little, storyteller, whose topic was the solar system.
Popular children's author, Bill Wallace, along with his author/wife, Carol, came to RAE and spoke with students.
Author Julianna Baggott, also known as N.E. Bode, spoke with
3th and 4th grade students. One of her books was also a selection for the RAE Breakfast Book Club this year.
School Board member Christina Crockett came to read to Kindergarten.
Mother Goose read to RAE Kindergarten students. Events like this are possible through funds raised by the book fairs.
Are you looking for a good book? Here are some places to check for suggestions:
Texas Bluebonnet Award 2009-2010 Master List The Texas Library Association sponsors the annual Bluebonnet Award to encourage reading for Grades 3-6 students. Students who have read at least 5 of the 20 titles are eligible to vote.
Texas Bluebonnet Award 2008-2009 Master List
2 X 2 Reading List, 2008 The Texas Library Association sponsors this annual list and award to encourage readers age 2 through Grade 2.
Caldecott Medal Books These books are considered to be the best American picture books for children by the American Library Association.
Newbery Medal Books American Library Association gives this annual award to the author of the most distinguished contribution to American literature for children.