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The Fiction Tower PodcastJoin 1st Grader Maeva for the Book Talk Planting Seeds of Kindness by Rose BuntingEpisode Notes -
Join 1st Grader Maeva for the Book Talk Planting Seeds of Kindness by Rose Bunting
Find out more at https://the-fiction-tower-podcast.pinecast.co2023-06-2004 minThe Fiction Tower PodcastHillbrook Parent Ashley Ashoff sits down with Librarian Helen Dowty to read The Invisible String# Episode Notes -2023-06-0106 minThe Fiction Tower PodcastHillbrook Parent Ashley Mompoint Michel sits down with Librarian Helen Dowty to read Where Are You From?Episode Notes -
Where Are you From? tells the story of a young girl decides to turn to her abuelo to help answer a question she gets asked daily: "Where are you from?" This book is also illustrated with amazing pictures that beautifully depict the heartfelt story from her abuelo.
Find out more at https://the-fiction-tower-podcast.pinecast.co2023-03-3009 minThe Fiction Tower PodcastHillbrook Parent Ashley Mompoint Michel sits down with Librian Helen Dowty to read I Am Okay to FEEL by Karamo BrownEpisode Notes -
This beautifully illustrated books shares how everyone has feelings and it is okay to feel. Written by Karamo Brown, the 2018 recipient of the Human Rights Campaign Visibility Award, this episode is read by Ashley Mompoint Michel.
Find out more at https://the-fiction-tower-podcast.pinecast.co2023-03-2712 minThe Fiction Tower PodcastThe Umbrella Queen by Sirin Yim BridgesEpisode Notes -
Ana Sofia's Abuela, Becky, traveled all the way from Mexico to visit our school. She graciously accepted an invitation to read a story to us for the podcast. Enjoy her reading The Umbrella Queen by Sirin Yim Bridges. It is my favorite book to read on a rainy California day even though it has nothing to do with the weather. Becky, thank you for making time to read on The Fiction Tower podcast. Please come visit again soon!
Find out more at https://the-fiction-tower-podcast.pinecast.co2023-03-2413 minThe Fiction Tower PodcastJoin 2nd Graders Azadeh and Anabel for the Book Talk on the Thea Stilton Series, by a pseudonym of Elisabetta Dami, aka Geronimo StiltonEpisode Notes -
2nd graders Azadeh and Anabel share their enjoyment reading the Thea Stilton Series
Find out more at https://the-fiction-tower-podcast.pinecast.co2023-03-2010 minThe Fiction Tower Podcast4th Graders talk about The Land Of Stories by Chris ColferEpisode Notes -
Our first Group booktalk with 4th grade students. Listen to Haley, Mia and Camille, as they talk about the series The Land Of Stories by Chris Colfer.
Find out more at https://the-fiction-tower-podcast.pinecast.co2023-03-0109 minThe Fiction Tower PodcastHillbrook Parent Dave Harrison sits down with Librarian Helen Dowty to read I Color Myself DifferentEpisode Notes -
Parent Dave Harrison reads a powerful story written by Colin Kaepernick called I Color Myself Different.
Find out more at https://the-fiction-tower-podcast.pinecast.co2023-02-1411 minThe Fiction Tower Podcast3rd grader Ezri shares her recent read LOVE SUGAR MAGIC, a Dash of Trouble, by Anna MerianoEpisode Notes -
Sneaking out of school on the way to the family bakery, Leo makes a startling discovery. Her mother, aunt and older sisters have been keeping a big secret.
Find out more at https://the-fiction-tower-podcast.pinecast.co2022-12-1410 minThe Fiction Tower Podcast4th grader Marsden book talks The Lightning Thief by Rick RiordenEpisode Notes -
Notes go hereTwelve-year-old Percy Jackson is on the most dangerous quest of his life. With the help of a satyr and a daughter of Athena, Percy must journey across the United States to catch a thief
Find out more at https://the-fiction-tower-podcast.pinecast.co2022-12-0509 minThe Fiction Tower PodcastPoppa Dog reads The Polar Express by Chris Van Allsburg for Grandparents Day at schoolEpisode Notes-
The wonderful feeling of magic and believing make this a must read for all ages. The Polar Express by Van Allsbrug is beautifully read by Poppa Dog in pour own Fiction Tower to celebrate Grandparents Day at school! Thank you Poppa Dog!
Find out more at https://the-fiction-tower-podcast.pinecast.co2022-11-1909 minThe Fiction Tower PodcastMiles Fox booktalks Stink and the Incredible Super-Galactic JawbreakerEpisode Notes-
A boy named Stink gets into all types of situations. This book is not just funny, it is a bit of a thinker. 3rd grader Fox shares the many reasons he enjoyed this book! Stink is written by Megan McDonald and illustrated by Peter H. Reynolds. Be sure to check the end of the book list of...... (you will have to read it to find out )
Find out more at https://the-fiction-tower-podcast.pinecast.co2022-11-1010 minThe Fiction Tower PodcastHillbrook Parent Becky Marquez sits down with Librarian Helen Dowty to read NerdycornEpisode Notes-
Fern isn’t your usual unicorn…she loves chemistry and math more than glitter or flowers—and she refuses to change who she is. This is a sweet and empowering picture book about being yourself—and standing up for yourself, too!
Find out more at https://the-fiction-tower-podcast.pinecast.co2022-11-0408 minThe Fiction Tower PodcastJoin 4th Grader Regina for the Book Talk Amelia BediliaEpisode Notes-
This week 4th grader, Regina shares a fun series she is currently reading. Amelia Bedilia makes you laugh when she hears a word, and then takes it a literally. Written by Peggy Parish.
Find out more at https://the-fiction-tower-podcast.pinecast.co2022-11-0207 minThe Fiction Tower PodcastHillbrook Parent Jennie Lee sits down with Librarian Helen Dowty to ready The Queen Engineer by Suzanne Hemming.Episode Notes-
This weeks parent guest reader is Jennie Lee. Listen as she reads The Queen Engineer. While this book is a children's picture book, it is a book for all to enjoy!
Find out more at https://the-fiction-tower-podcast.pinecast.co2022-10-2807 minThe Fiction Tower PodcastThe Squeaky Door retold by Margaret Read MacDonald- read on the Fiction Tower podcast by a mystery faculty reader!Episode Notes-
The Squeaky Door retold by Margaret Read MacDonald- CLUE to which teacher reads this book are shared during the podcast. See if you can figure out who is reading this fun story!
Find out more at https://the-fiction-tower-podcast.pinecast.co2022-10-2608 minThe Fiction Tower Podcast5th grader Eddie book talks BELONGING The Autobiography of Alun Wyn JonesEpisode Notes-
Our first student booktalk is masterfully done by rugby enthusiast, Eddie, who shares this must read autoibiography. Eddie recaps the highlights of this book beautifully.
Find out more at https://the-fiction-tower-podcast.pinecast.co2022-10-2016 minThe Fiction Tower PodcastHillbrook Parent Maria Sharp sits down with Librarian Helen Dowty to read The Book with No Pictures.Episode Notes-
The Book with No Pictures is a 2014 book by B. J. Novak.2022-10-1705 minThe Fiction Tower PodcastHillbrook Parent Jeff Lee sits down with Librarian Helen Dowty to read Owl Babies.Episode Notes
Owl Babies is a 1992 book by Martin Waddell and illustrated by Patrick Benson.2022-10-1305 minThe Fiction Tower PodcastWelcome to The Fiction Tower2022-10-0701 min