Every adult in the building facilitates a
group of 10 students from all grade levels. These groups meet once a month
to read a book and discuss how the book relates to our building theme for
the year which is Dream, Dare, Do!
One goal of “All Shimek Reads” is to create resiliency in our students by
providing this opportunity for students to feel they are connected to each
other, the staff and what they are learning. We want them to know they are
an important part of our community. Our Dream, Dare Do! theme will teach
students to appreciate other’s dreams and accomplishments. Using books
representing many cultures and diverse personalities we will celebrate how
everyone can make our world richer and stronger. These books and discussions
will give students inspiration to make our school and world a better place.
All Shimek will be from 8:40 – 9:00 on the following dates (Fridays)
| October 23 | November 20 - See the Pictures |
| December 11 | January 22 |
| February 19 | March 26 |
| April 23 | May 21 |
Each group will read and discuss the following books during the year.
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Alfred Nobel: the Man Behind the Peace Prize by Kathy-Jo Wargin
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Courage by Bernard Waber
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Different Like Coco by Elizabeth Matthews
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Henry’s Freedom Box: A True Story from the Underground Railroad by Kadir Nelson
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Listen to the Wind: The Story of Dr. Greg and the Three Cups of Tea by Greg Mortenson
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The Planet Hunter: The Story Behind What Happened to Pluto by Elizabeth Rusch
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Ron’s Big Mission by Rose Blue and Corinne J. Naden
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Wangari’s Trees of Peace: A True Story from Africa by Jeanette Winter
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The books for this program are generously donated by our PTO.
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Click on a title to see the family guide for each book. These guides have summaries, discussion questions and activities for home.