Blackout
Written & Illustrated by: John Rocco
Publisher: Hyperion Books Copyright Date: 2011
ISBN: 978-1-423-1-2190-9
Genre: Realistic Fiction Format: Picture Book
Major Awards Received:
Randolph Caldecott Medal, 2012 Honor Book U.S.
Cybil Award, 2011
Summary: What do you do when the lights go out? Well in this modern world it is difficult to imagine this happening. Spending more time as a family is the start of something magical.
Personal response: This book reminded me of the many times our electric goes out and we entertain ourselves by playing games, cards, and spending time with family. I think it is good to bring the family closer together and have some time away from electronics.
Classroom connections: I would use this book to have students predict what is going to happen in the story. I would write down the students answers and then read the book checking off when a student has made a correct prediction. I would stress how we live sometimes without even talking to each other. I think it is important to show students that time away from electronics is important. They can create a weekly family game night or just go outside to get some fresh air.
Publisher: Hyperion Books Copyright Date: 2011
ISBN: 978-1-423-1-2190-9
Genre: Realistic Fiction Format: Picture Book
Major Awards Received:
Randolph Caldecott Medal, 2012 Honor Book U.S.
Cybil Award, 2011
Summary: What do you do when the lights go out? Well in this modern world it is difficult to imagine this happening. Spending more time as a family is the start of something magical.
Personal response: This book reminded me of the many times our electric goes out and we entertain ourselves by playing games, cards, and spending time with family. I think it is good to bring the family closer together and have some time away from electronics.
Classroom connections: I would use this book to have students predict what is going to happen in the story. I would write down the students answers and then read the book checking off when a student has made a correct prediction. I would stress how we live sometimes without even talking to each other. I think it is important to show students that time away from electronics is important. They can create a weekly family game night or just go outside to get some fresh air.