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 Author's Purpose
Directions:
1. Look at the cover of the book, and
 read the summary.
2. Refer to your P.I.E and decide as a
group, what are the reasons why the
author wrote the book.
3. When you have a majority vote, go
to the next slide to see the answer.
  About the Diary of a Wimpy Kid
Boys don't keep diaries -- or do they? … The launch
of an exciting and innovatively illustrated new series
narrated by an unforgettable kid every family can
relate to.
It's a new school year, and Greg Heffley finds
himself thrust into middle school, where undersized
weaklings share the hallways with kids who are
taller, meaner, and already shaving. The hazards of
growing up before you're ready are uniquely revealed
through words and drawings as Greg records them in
his diary.
In book one of this debut series, Greg is happy to
have Rowley, his sidekick, along for the ride. But
when Rowley's star starts to rise, Greg tries to use his
best friend's newfound popularity to his own
advantage, kicking off a chain of events that will test
their friendship in hilarious fashion.
Author/illustrator Jeff Kinney recalls the growing
pains of school life and introduces a new kind of hero
who epitomizes the challenges of being a kid. As
Greg says in his diary, "Just don't expect me to be...
Entertain

 
 Click on the link below to watch a video
about the book

http://www.amazon.com/gp/mpd/permalink/m1EWG9GV1H0XEV/ref=ent_fb_link

About the Of Thee I Sing: A Letter to My Daughters

In this tender, beautiful letter to his daughters, President Barack Obama has
written a moving tribute to thirteen groundbreaking Americans and the
ideals that have shaped our nation. From the artistry of Georgia O'Keeffe, to
the courage of Jackie Robinson, to the patriotism of George Washington,
President Obama sees the traits of these heroes within his own children, and
within all of America’s children. It is about the potential within each of us
to pursue our dreams and forge our own paths.
 
Persuade and inform

 
About the Justin Bieber: First Step 2 Forever: My Story
For the first time ever, global superstar Justin Bieber tells all in his very
own book. He chronicles his amazing journey from small-town schoolboy
to international superstardom. Jam-packed with exclusive unseen photos of
Justin on and off stage.
 
 
(Click on link below to see video)

http://www.amazon.com/gp/mpd/permalink/m2S08JH1PN5WME/ref=ent_fb_link
Entertain and inform
About the Green Eggs and Ham
 Sam-I-Am mounts a
determined campaign to
convince another Seuss
character to eat a plate of
green eggs and ham.
Entertain
 
About the A Home for Dixie: The
True Story of a Rescued Puppy
The story of a rescued puppy written by the girl who adopted
her.
Emma has always wanted a dog. She got a fish, hamster, and
even a guinea pig but nothing has stopped her desire to get a dog.
When her parents finally said yes, she expects to go to a pet
store. Instead they do some research on a place called Aunt
Mary's Doghouse. After some careful consideration, Emma
brings home a puppy named Dixie. Dixie loves her new home. It
is like a palace. She especially likes the three comfy laps to sit
on. Jackson tells an important story about making careful choices
when buying a pet and the benefits of adopting. The photographs
tell the true story in a caring way by focusing on sad puppy dog
eyes. The pictures tell what the text does not. The reader knows
Emma takes Dixie on walks while the text simply states that
Emma takes care of Dixie. There are additional details about
how to choose a pet and information about Aunt Mary's
Doghouse.
Inform

 
About the Mummies in
the Morning
Jack and Annie find
themselves whisked
away to ancient Egypt,
where they come face to
face with a dead queen--
and her 1,000-year-old
mummy!Jack and Annie
time-travel to ancient
Egypt to help a queen
find a copy of the Book
of the Dead
Inform and Entertain

 
  About the Sewing School: 21
Sewing Projects Kids Will Love to
Make
I Made It Myself!
Kids everywhere are showing off
their stitching skills as they learn
to sew their very own fun things
with needle and thread. Sewing
nurtures creativity, develops
coordination, and boosts
confidence, but kids know that
it's just plain fun.
Explain or Inform

 
 
Persuade and Inform

 
About the The Civil War for Kids: A
History With 21 Activities
Learn about about the Civil War,
from the secession debates to
Appomattox, through such activities
as making butternut dye, decoding
wigwag, and baking hardtack.
Suggested Web sites and Glossary
included. 50 photos.
Inform

 
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your next task

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categoryId=3999911
Persuade and Inform

 
  About the Lunch Lady and the
Summer Camp Shakedown
Lunch Lady and the
Breakfast Bunch kids are
looking forward to a relaxing
summer vacation with no
funny business. What evils
could befall them at summer
camp?
Entertain
 
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task

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Persuade