Stand Tall Molly Lou Melon by Patty Lovell

 

 

Title: Stand Tall, Molly Lou Melon

Genre: Realistic Fiction

Author: Patty Lovell

Illustrator: David Catrow

Major awards: N/A

Age group: PreK-3rd

Summary: 

This book introduces students to Molly Lou Melon, she is a petite child who is different from the other children. However, Molly Lou Melon displays high self-esteem, thanks to her grandma's wise words. Molly Lou Melon stands tall, and keeps hear head up. When she moves schools, she experiences teasing. She doesn't let it get to her. Instead she stays true to herself. In the end, she thanks her grandma for her love and support. 

Why would I use this book in the classroom: 

As a future educator, I'd use this book in my classroom to teach students to have high self esteem! It is important to teach this early on. In life, students will experience teasing and low self-esteem. This really impacts development. Molly Lou Melon's courage is inspirational and will bring students hope. 

Appropriate grade level:

I think an appropriate grade level for this book is PreK-3rd. It's never to early to teach these age groups to have a positive mindset when it comes to being who they are. 

Ideas for unit of study to include the book in and how you might use the book in the classroom:

• Language Arts: I would use this book to lead an activity where students do a character analysis. The students will describe Molly Lou Melon.