Author Study

I have to say that I am really enjoying sharing books by Carl Hiaasen with my fifth grade class.  I actually have been having a hard time getting my hands on a couple of the books because everytime a student returns it to my classroom library another is waiting to check it out.  The school librarian is very supportive of my kids and their verocious appetite for books and ordered more copies for the kids.   I have to say just reading some of the Reading responses about the books have made me laugh out loud.  I am particularly looking forward to getting my hands on my copy of Chomp.  My kids are getting such a kick out it.  I can't wait to read it!! It makes me feel so good to see kids so engaged in reading.  I am very fortunate with this particular class because my biggest obstacle is not getting them to read, but having enough books on hand for when they finish their latest book.  Sounds funny, but when I offer this class a list of options of things we could do as a reward they always choose Independent Reading Time.  There are times when they follow me around at recess to talk about their books.  It definitely motivates me to keep reading the latest books to share with students.