Shelf Help March 2020
Welcome to Shelf Help, a quick look at new and noteworthy books to read with your BOOK IT! students. BOOK IT! wants to make it easy to keep up with literary trends and popular reads to keep your students interested.
Looking for new books for your classroom? First Book eligible educators can find many amazing books at reduced prices from the First Book Marketplace. The first 100 educators at eligible schools can use code March2020ShelfHelp at check out for $25 to spend on books.*
*This opportunity is available first-come, first served, for First Book members while funding lasts. Code applies to any books and resources currently in stock on the First Book Marketplace. Limited to one use per member. Cannot be combined with other promo codes. Free shipping included on all orders with a subtotal of $25 or more.
Books
Kid’s Guide to Learning the Ukulele
This book is the perfect introduction to playing the ukulele, with easy-to-follow diagrams and instructions. Your kids will be writing songs in no time.
Dancing Hands: How Teresa Carre͠no Played the Piano for President Lincoln
This book details the story of Teresa Carren͠o, whose family fled Venezuela to come to the United States. Her playing was so expressive, she became known as the Piano Girl and played for President Abraham Lincoln at ten years old. Teresa became a celebrated composer and opera singer who toured the world to share her gift.
The Music of Life
Lenny, a composer, creates a symphony inspired by all the sounds he hears during his daily walks through the city. What sounds make up the symphony of your day?
