The Scholastic Reading Club “Book Boys” made a special appearance in this month’s “Flyer First Look.” They shared some of their favorite books while giving parents and educators a “sneak peek” into the October flyers. In case you missed it, you can check out the live video below or on the Scholastic Facebook page.
Here is a quick recap:
Jamie’s top highlights for October flyers include:
Featured in the 1st Grade catalog:
- Fly Guy Presents the White House by Tedd Arnold – Buzz and Fly Guy take a trip to Washington, D.C. to visit the White House in another installment of this classroom favorite nonfiction series. This is a great pick for election season! Bottom of page 2
Featured in the 3rd Grade catalog:
- Lego Pop-Up: A Journey through the Lego Universe by Matthew Reinhart – Learn the story of Lego with this spectacular pop-up book – pull tabs, turn wheels, and more!
Featured in the 4th Grade catalog:
- Tapper Twins Run for President by Geoff Rodkey – The Tapper Twins are back with presidential ambitions that span far beyond the classroom – the United States of America! It’s told in an oral history format, and the humorous voice is great for middle grade readers. This is the third book in the series and perfect for election season!
Max’s top highlights for October flyers include:
Featured in the Kindergarten catalog:
- It’s Raining Bats and Frogs by Rebecca Colby; illustrated by Steven Henry – In this silly, rhyming read-aloud, the Witch Parade is at risk of being rained out, unless Delia changes the rain to something more tolerable first - like bats and frogs! It takes her a few tries to get there, though.
Featured in the 2nd Grade catalog:
- Meet the Bobs and Tweets by Pepper Springfield; illustrated by Kristy Caldwell – In the first installment of this zany illustrated chapter book series - written entirely in rhyme- Bobs and messy and Tweets are neat, and they’re both moving into a new neighborhood! This book - reminiscent of Dr. Seuss - is great for a study on rhythm and word play.
Featured in the 5th Grade catalog:
- Foxcraft #2: The Elders by Inbali Iserles – The ancient art of cunning (fox craft) is again put to the test in this fantasy adventure sequel to Foxcraft: The Taken. Clubs offers the Exclusive Paperback version and even packs it with a Fox pendant!
Allister’s top highlights for October flyers include:
Featured in the Early Childhood catalog:
- Old Macdonald Had a Truck by Steve Goetz; illustrated by Eda Kaban – This classic sing-along fires on all cylinders with beloved machinery: a bulldozer, excavator, dump truck, and more! A fun twist on the favorite song with great sound effects!
Featured in the 3rd Grade catalog:
- Lola Levine is Not Mean by Monica Brown. Lola Levine accidentally injures a soccer teammate and earns the name “Mean Lola Levine.” With the help of her friends, family, and her big heart, Lola turns this around. This new chapter book series features a diverse cast of characters and can tie into Bully Prevention month!
Elliot’s top highlights for October flyers include:
Featured in the 3rd Grade catalog:
- Who is Tougher? Navy SEALS vs. Army Rangers by Jerry Pallotta – The latest in the popular Who Would Win? series – except this time, consider who is tougher!
Featured in the 4th Grade catalog:
- Unicorn on a Roll by Dana Simpson – This story is about a girl who discovers a unicorn trapped by the side of a pool and unable to look away from her own reflection. With a single wish, Young Phoebe frees the unicorn – and they become inseparable friends. This is an adorable and hilarious graphic novel – Calvin and Hobbes for a new generation.
Also, save big on favorite classroom read-alouds Dragons Love Tacos and Scaredy Squrriel in October’s First Grade catalog!
Michael’s top highlights for October flyers include:
Featured in the Kindergarten catalog:
- Ten Hungry Pigs by Derek Anderson – Count up and down with your entire class and ten hungry pigs who just can’t get enough to eat! The silly illustrations in this book are really kid-friendly.
Featured in the 2nd Grade catalog:
- Super Happy Party Bears: Gnawing Around by Marcie Colleen; illustrated by Steve James. Do the bears of Grumpy Woods know how to party? You bet they do! Dancing saves the day with a shimmy, shimmy, shake in this hilarious and new illustrated chapter book series.
Featured in the 6th Grade catalog:
- Took: A Ghost Story by Mary Downing Hahn – Prepare for a good scare with this creepy tale featuring a family who relocates to Brewster’s Hill, MA and get far more than they asked for in their new, eerie home.
