![]() Each school year I included a unit on Kentucky and Rockcastle County. I tried my best to be a model for my students so they would understand and experience the joys of reading. One of the most enjoyable aspects of my job was teaching reading. I recently retired from teaching in the public school system. One of my ancestors came here after receiving a land grant for service in the Revolutionary War. I have lived in Rockcastle County, Kentucky my entire life. Since I will be sharing thoughts about books related to Kentucky, I think it is important for you to know my background. It has Kentucky history, Kentucky drama, and Kentucky grit! This book is all you want in a Kentucky book. ![]() ![]() I have descendants from The Fugate family who were the ‘Blue People of Troublesome Creek’.Ĭussy Mary’s willingness to deliver more than the reading materials to her patrons highlights her passion and caring nature for others. Reading fiction and non fiction material about the history of Kentucky brings more understanding of my ancestors and the area where I live. This story appeals to me for many reasons. ![]()
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The two bond once they begin a late-night ritual of walking around the backyard together so Grandpop can memorize how to navigate it in order to be independent during the daytime. ![]() His journal of questions is a nice way to read his thoughts and see him work through issues. ![]() Though Jason Reynolds is known for his young adult books set in gritty, urban settings, As Brave As You is a departure from that template, following two young brothers who leave behind their Brooklyn neighbourhood for the country to spend the summer with grandparents they barely know.Īs Brave As You is a slow unfolding of characters with a large focus on relationships. This is the summer Genie, faced with new experiences, does a lot of growing up. ![]() ![]() ![]() Jack tells Nancy that Sumi had told her that she was boring and sad, and thinks she's her kind of person and introduces herself. She is first seen at dinner when Nancy sits by her, Jill and Sumi. 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