The Boy Who was Raised By Librarians

Bibliographic Information: Morris, C. (2007). The Boy Who was Raised By Librarians. Illus. Illustrator Brad Sneed. Atlanta, GA: Peachtree.

Brief Annotation: Melvin develops an interest in the library, where he can find information about anything! With the time he spends at the library, he develops close relationships with the librarians. They become his mentors and help him throughout his school years. After he graduates, his love for the library brings him to become one of the new librarians.

Genre: Contemporary Realistic Fiction

Grade Level: K-5

Readers who will like this: Students who enjoy visiting and exploring the library!

Response/Rating (1-4): 4, I absolutely love this book! Working in the library, I appreciate how this book illustrates just how resourceful the library and the librarians can be!

One question you would ask before a read aloud: What is your favorite thing about your library?

a. Reading Strategy: Collaborative Books

b. Strategy Description: The students will work together in groups to write a book about a fictional student who enjoys to go to the library. They will each include their own personal experiences at a library. Then they will work together to try and fit each experiences into their book. Then they will add their illustrations and present the finished product to their classmates.

c. Rationale: This strategy will allow the students to work collaboratively and think creatively to produce a book. In order to do so, the students must know the characteristics of a book and be sure to include all parts that make up a book. Then once they are done, they will gain a sense of ownership, as well experience as an author when they present their books to their classmates.