Independent Reading and Library Development Consultation Services:
Creating a classroom or school library with books students want to read can be an overwhelming endeavor. Ms. Hawe is a self-professed YA literature junkie and is available to put her extensive knowledge of the genre to work in helping you select, organize, and promote a balanced collection of titles representing a diversity of genres, interests, and reading levels.
Book Recommendations:
If you're looking for inspiration for your own classroom library or to simply expand your knowledge of the genre, here are some links to websites with excellent book recommendation lists. Or keep scrolling to view the "virtual library" of the books in Ms. Hawe's classroom (Note: this collection was created in 2013 and does not include newer releases that should also have a place in your library!).
Creating a classroom or school library with books students want to read can be an overwhelming endeavor. Ms. Hawe is a self-professed YA literature junkie and is available to put her extensive knowledge of the genre to work in helping you select, organize, and promote a balanced collection of titles representing a diversity of genres, interests, and reading levels.
Book Recommendations:
If you're looking for inspiration for your own classroom library or to simply expand your knowledge of the genre, here are some links to websites with excellent book recommendation lists. Or keep scrolling to view the "virtual library" of the books in Ms. Hawe's classroom (Note: this collection was created in 2013 and does not include newer releases that should also have a place in your library!).
- Young Adult Library Service Association's Annual List of Best YA Titles
- School Library Journal's Annual List of Best YA Titles
- The National Book Award for Young People's Literature Award Winners
- Newbery Medal and Honor Books
- Book List for Reluctant Readers
- Guys Read Book List (Books that appeal to boys)
- The Nerdy Book Club (Great website for reading book reviews of new releases)
