It’s time to share what you’re reading, the weekly meme at Jen’s blog “teach mentor Texts”.
I read several books – a couple of picture books by Kathi Appelt and an interesting one by Deborah Ellis. I also read a book by Richard Wagamese which I was very moved by.
Incredible Me by Kathi Appelt and illustrated by G. Brian Karas
A simple, cute book that encourages children to see what is special about themselves and to look beyond the obvious.
Moggie: The Heart of the House by Kathi Appelt illustrated Marc Rosenthal
This was a very moving book, especially as it is based on a true tale of a dog at Ronald McDonald House. It really demonstrates the poser that animals, specifically dogs, can have on children’s morale and well-being.
The Cat at the Wall by Deborah Ellis
The narrator is a cat, in modern-day Bethlehem and she gives her observations of the political situation there. Deborah Ellis is weel versed with the politics of the Middle East and this is a most unusual, stirring book. Loved it.
For Joshua: An Ojibway father Teaches His Son by Richard Wagamese
This memoir is written as a letter to his then six year old, whom he had lost custody of due to his drinking. Wagamese shares the teachings he has learned over a lifetime and how one must go through a journey for self-knowledge,. Very moving.
Beverley A Baird 
Those all look good. I especially like the look of The Cat at the Wall.
It was such an usual point of view, Well written as well.
Both The Cat at the Wall, and For Joshua look like great reads. Wagamese’s sound more intense, but Deborah Ellis can get that way too.
They really were. Richard’s book is more for adilts but had to highlight it.
Well, I just book talked the Breadwinner Trilogy by Deborah Ellis. What a story. I’ll put The Cat at the Wall on my list, Beverley. I loved the Mogie book-so wonderful.
Thanks Linda for stopping by. The Cat at the Wall was fascinating.