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Need ideas for books to read over the holidays? Take a look at theCHS Book of the Year 2017 Nominees screencast (via courtesy of Ed Puzzle).
The 2016-17 school year is quickly coming to an end with the summer break fast approaching. Consider these selections as engaging reads during your vacation.
Ms. Geltch's Summer Reading Recommedations 2017 Before I placed these titles on a nominating lists, the works had to meet at least two of the following criteria. This open the possibility for popular as well as award winning literature to be placed on the list.
*Amazon Best YA Books 2016 So Far *American Library Association Top Ten YA Books *Barnes & Noble Best YA Books 2016 So Far *Goodreads Reader's Choice Awards (100,000 votes in nomination process -books chosen before the onsite nomination announcement) *National Book Award Distinction *Printz Award *YALSA Teen Top Ten *Other YA website recognition I included the first book of the series-even though a later one met the requirements. These were Court of thorns and roses, The fifth wave, The Raven boys, Six of Crows, Winner's curse, and The wrath of dawn. When making this decision, I determined students would have the opportunity to read the first book before the final vote. In the first round through Thursday November 10, 2016, students will receive a ballot for choosing their top five selections. I will play trailers for each of the 16 works during lunch and after school in the library. Click on the following link for viewing these clippings gelyalit.weebly.com/best-ya-books-2016.html. I will decide on the number of necessary additional rounds for determing the winner based on the preliminary vote. Mr. Calderon and I will purchase the winning books for the library collection. Pay attention to upcoming posts for the final five finalists and the winner! Image Canva CHS Yellowjacket Book of the Year 2016 Display Support the American Library Association's effort in promoting childhood literacy by participating in #Readathon2016. Check the ALA Readathon page for more information.
Image located at http://www.ala.org/news/sites/ala.org.news/files/news/pressreleaseimages/2217871_orig.jpg My colleague shared a link for free access to an amazing book series. The Blueford High series addresses important issues many high school students, especially African Americans teens experience. Each print copy can also be purchased for $2 a piece.
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Wondering what to read over spring break? I created a symbaloo of noteworthy YA authors to give you some ideas. You will find even more information at the Book section on this website and links listed below
Symbaloo Page http://www.symbaloo.com/mix/yaauthordepository
Ms. Geltch's YA Literature section http://gelyalit.weebly.com/ya.html Face on the milk carton You Tube Video http://www.youtube.com/watch?v=hRYdIP6ZdKQ Forever Animoto Video http://bit.ly/XXrUQ4 A Commemorative You Tube VideoFood for Thought: News Discussion Banned Books Week Banned Books Week: 10 Most Challenged Books of 2013
Banned Books Week Infographics: Huffington Post Banned Books Week: Challenges to Inland School's Stir Debate Highland Park ISD Suspends Seven Books After Parents Protest Content It's Banned Books Week: Here are 5 classic books to celebrate with Stoking the Fire: Banned Books Week Reminds Us that Censorship is a Year Round Problem Take a look at my favorite summer reading reviews at the book section of this site. Hopefully, this will get you inspired.
I included a multimedia depository of books for guys from a teacher request. Many students and staff will find these enjoyable spring break reading possibilities. You may also view it from the following link. http://padlet.com/wall/am03u48lt4 I will add more titles with continual recreational readings and additional input.
View the trailer Barry Lyga's I hunt killers, the runaway winner of the CHS 2013 YA Book of the Year contest.
Image from Free Digital Images Net Book Cover from Good Reads Com The protagonists and plots in Young Adult Literature (YA) center around older
teenagers. Therefore, some of the content is above the maturity level of middle schoolers. I created aquick Padlet of worthwhile 2013 YA titles across all secondary grades. Take a look at my 2013 book selection video for a taste comparison. Perhaps, these are more up your alley. Or maybe not? We'll see... CHS students have narrowed the 22 best selling & acclaimed 2013 YA books to the final selections. Please pick up a ballot to select the book most deserving of the honor CHS 2013 YA Book of the Year from Wednesday December 4-Thursday December 12, 2013. Make your final decision by clicking on the following images to view the trailers.
Image from http://www.mymcpl.org/_uploaded_resources/award-winning-books.jpg?1286373208 Book cover images from Good Reads Are you interested in more current & high interest YA books for the library. The CHS will host the third annual YA Book of the Year from Monday November 4-Friday December 6, 2013 to accomplish this purpose. Trailers from the Young Adult Library Association (YALSA) 2013 Teen Book of the Year, Top Amazon/Barnes & Noble YA 2013 books so far, and Teen Reads selctions will be shown during lunches and after school at the CHS library. Students will vote on the books they would like to see on the shelves. The elimination rounds will be from 22-10, 10-5, and 5-1. Mr. Calderon and I will purchased the 1 for each of the final 5 and 2 for the winning book. More details for each of the books is available at http://gelyalit.weebly.com/best-ya-books-2013.html We encourage all CHS staff & student participation. Image located http://gelyalit.weebly.com/best-ya-books-2013.html Are you surprised or in agreeement with these books being challenged or banned in certain schools or cities across the country? Make your own decisions by clicking on the following Glogster images for details. The American Library Association (ALA) commemorates Banned Book Week every year to speak out against censorship in late September. Due to extenuating personal and professional circumstances, the CHS library will celebrate this event from Tuesday October 22-Friday November 1, 2013. Check out the main display and participate in the contests to win books and other prizes. The book drawings will occur during Spooky lunches on the final day. Information is available at the front CHS library circulation desk.
There are many worthwhile books to read for recreation or class assignments. Take a look at my favorite recent books in the Books section.
Image located at http://www.rifflebooks.com/img/teaser/RiffleBestBooks.jpg Summer vacation is fast approaching. Take a look at my newest Glogs for ideas on books to read during time off from school. Find it at http://www.glogster.com/youthadvocate/summer-reading-2013/g-6kpuk5lqttjlk3nti8i6ua0 or view it from here. c Have you considered curling up with a book to past the time during spring break or summer vacation? Consider the following possibilities: 1. Read Across America Top 10 List 2. Ms. Geltch and CHS Library TA recommendations at the Books section of the website. Find the newest CHS library TA multimedia presentation at the Books section. 3. The following files based on CHS student interests
Many of these selections are available at the CHS library. You will easily find the majority of the others at the Colton Public Library or local branch of the San Bernardino County Libraries.
Image located at http://www.readingpl.org/wp-content/uploads/Summer-clipart.gif CHS library patrons participated in a Read Across America Scavenger Hunt over the past month in commemoration of this special day. They checked off the books they have read from titles included in NPR's Best YA Books of All Time & Teen Reads Ultimate Reading List. Take a look at the alphabetical listing of the top 10 results below. Are you able to guess the #1 read? I will include an Animoto video of the final results before the end of third quarter.Read Across America Image from http://www.ieanea.org/media/2013/01/readacrossamerica.jpeg
Book titles from Good Reads Scholastic Books has recently added numerous online resources for teachers, parents, and students. As high school students, you will find these helpful for younger siblings & relatives. Pass these to them from a next section titled "Scholastic Book Items" at Geltch Middle School Library http://gelmidlib.yolasite.com/ .
Image located at http://stevensonpirates.net/wp-content/uploads/scholastic-cute-logo1.jpg Remember, reading is critical for maintaining academic achievement from the school year. View this video for these summer reading possibilities at your earliest convenience.
Are you looking for something worthwhile to read over the holidays? Please feel free to take a look at My Favorite Books of 2011 Glog at http://bit.ly/w1VyIi I will also post more up-to-date reviews in the Books Section in the upcoming weeks
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AuthorI am Ms. April Geltch, Colton High School Librarian. Library Information
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