Jun 26
Are you looking for My Father’s Dragon activities to support your E. B. White unit? You’re in the right place. Below you’ll find engaging ideas, maps, printables, and novel study samples that pair perfectly with this classic adventure story. Reading Level Lexile 990L Interest Level Grades 3-5 Length 80 pages Award Newbery Honor Jump to …
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Jun 19
Weasel is a tense, fast‑moving historical novel that explores justice, revenge, and the difficult choices people face in times of violence. Through Nathan’s eyes, readers confront the harsh realities of frontier life and the moral struggle between vengeance and forgiveness. Reading Level Lexile 870L Interest Level Grades 4-7 Length 128 pages Award Black-Eyed Susan Award …
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Jun 08
Newbery Medal winner The Westing Game will keep the reader guessing “who did it” from beginning to end. This page-turner takes many unexpected twists and turns. Not until the last chapter will the reader know the guilty party. Reading Level Lexile 750L Interest Level Grades 6-8 Length 208 pages Award Newbery Medal Winner Jump to Section …
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Jun 05
The Dark Is Rising is a richly atmospheric fantasy that blends myth, folklore, and suspense into a powerful coming‑of‑age quest. As winter deepens and strange forces awaken, readers follow Will Stanton on a journey that challenges courage, destiny, and the timeless battle between Light and Dark. Reading Level Lexile 920L Interest Level Grades 6-8 Length …
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May 29
Gregor the Overlander launches readers into a fast‑paced fantasy world where courage, family, and destiny collide. Suzanne Collins blends adventure with emotion as Gregor is pulled from his everyday life into a hidden realm beneath New York City. The novel’s mix of danger, prophecy, and unlikely alliances makes it an excellent choice for teaching character …
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May 22
The Goldfish Boy is a heartfelt mystery that blends emotional depth with page‑turning suspense. Through Matthew’s struggle with OCD and his unexpected role in a neighborhood investigation, readers explore themes of courage, connection, and the power of facing fears one small step at a time. Reading Level Lexile 750L Interest Level Grades 5-8 Length 320 …
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May 15
The War with Grandpa by Robert Kimmel Smith is a humorous and heartfelt realistic fiction novel about family, fairness, and the trouble that comes from letting peer pressure guide your decisions. Reading Level Lexile 640L Interest Level Grades 3-5 Length 164 pages Award IRA-CBC Children’s Choice Award Jump to Section Book Summary Book Details Teaching …
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