Book Tastings- hook, chapter 1 reading, read aloud, circle time, picture books, YA Fiction, YA Books, classic books, relevant books - Episode 21: ”Billy Miller Makes a Wish” by: Kevin Henkes

Episode 21: ”Billy Miller Makes a Wish” by: Kevin Henkes

11/21/23 • 5 min

Book Tastings- hook, chapter 1 reading, read aloud, circle time, picture books, YA Fiction, YA Books, classic books, relevant books

Hey there teachers, in the classroom and those at home, need someone to help you get the kids into reading? Join me in this week's episode while I read aloud the first chapter of "Billy Miller Makes a Wish" by: Kevin Henkes.

On his birthday, Billy Miller wishes for something exciting to happen. But he immediately regrets his wish when an ambulance rushes to his neighbor’s house. Is Billy responsible? Award-winning author Kevin Henkes delivers a short, funny, and emotionally complex novel complete with misplaced love letters, surprising critters, art projects, misguided tattoos—and another surprise for Billy and his family, maybe the best one yet!

If you enjoyed this first chapter please screenshot today's episode and share it on your IG stories and tag me @booktastingspodcast. Want to keep reading?? Here is a click to buy the book: Billy Miller Makes a Wish. Loved this book and interested in seeing what else this author has written be sure to check out Kevin Henkes. Enjoy, Anne Disclaimer: Some of the following links contain affiliate links in which I receive small commission.

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Episode 20: ”Stuart Little” by: E.B. White

Hey there teachers, in the classroom and those at home, need someone to help you get the kids into reading? Join me in this week's episode while I read aloud the first chapter of "Stuart Little" by: E.B. White.

Stuart Little is no ordinary mouse. Born to a family of humans, he lives in New York City with his parents, his older brother George, and Snowbell the cat. Though he's shy and thoughtful, he's also a true lover of adventure.

Stuart's greatest adventure comes when his best friend, a beautiful little bird named Margalo, disappears from her nest. Determined to track her down, Stuart ventures away from home for the very first time in his life. He finds adventure aplenty. But will he find his friend?

If you enjoyed this first chapter please screenshot today's episode and share it on your IG stories and tag me @booktastingspodcast. Want to keep reading?? Here is a click to buy the book: Stuart Little . Loved this book and interested in seeing what else this author has written be sure to check out EB White. Enjoy, Anne Disclaimer: Some of the following links contain affiliate links in which I receive small commission.

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Episode 22: ”Song for a Whale” by: Lynne Kelly

Hey there teachers, in the classroom and those at home, need someone to help you get the kids into reading? Join me in this week's episode while I read aloud the first chapter of "Song for a Whale" by: Lynne Kelly.

From fixing the class computer to repairing old radios, twelve-year-old Iris is a tech genius. But she's the only deaf person in her school, so people often treat her like she's not very smart. If you've ever felt like no one was listening to you, then you know how hard that can be.
When she learns about Blue 55, a real whale who is unable to speak to other whales, Iris understands how he must feel. Then she has an idea: she should invent a way to "sing" to him! But he's three thousand miles away. How will she play her song for him?

If you enjoyed this first chapter please screenshot today's episode and share it on your IG stories and tag me @booktastingspodcast. Want to keep reading?? Here is a click to buy the book: Song for a Whale . Loved this book and interested in seeing what else this author has written be sure to check out Lynne Kelly. Enjoy, Anne Disclaimer: Some of the following links contain affiliate links in which I receive small commission.