Feb 13
If you’re looking for Castle in the Attic teaching ideas, Elizabeth Winthrop’s classic fantasy novel is a wonderful choice for students who love magic, medieval adventures, and heartfelt character growth. This story blends time travel, courage, and friendship as William discovers a magical castle that pulls him into a quest he never expected. Students enjoy …
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Feb 09
Sequencing doesn’t have to be dry, especially when students are listening to songs they love. This post is part of my ongoing series on Analyzing Literature Using Song Lyrics. Last week, we explored compare-and-contrast. This week, we’re diving into plot sequence in song lyrics. From historical ballads to personal biographies and story-driven lyrics, songs offer a …
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Feb 06
The Whipping Boy by Sid Fleischman is a fast‑paced, humorous historical fiction novel set in the late eighteenth century. The story follows Prince Horace, better known as Prince Brat, whose constant mischief goes unpunished due to royal custom. Instead, Jemmy, a poor orphan boy, serves as the prince’s whipping boy, receiving the punishment meant for …
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Jan 30
If you’re looking for The Cay teaching ideas, Theodore Taylor’s classic World War II survival novel is a powerful choice for exploring friendship, prejudice, courage, and personal growth. Students are drawn into Phillip’s emotional journey as he learns to rely on Timothy, a man he initially mistrusts, and discovers strength he never knew he had. …
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Jan 23
If you’re looking for City of Ember teaching ideas, Jeanne DuPrau’s dystopian adventure is an excellent choice for exploring problem‑solving, courage, and the consequences of a society built on limited resources. Students are immediately drawn into the mystery of a failing underground city and the determination of two young protagonists who refuse to accept that …
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Jan 16
Are you looking for a great book to read with your students? Students love reading the novel Shiloh! Reading Level Lexile 89L Interest Level Grades 3-7 Length 156 pages Award Newbery Medal Jump to Section Book Summary Book Details Teaching Activities ⭐ About the Book: Shiloh Shiloh by Phyllis Reynolds Naylor is a heartfelt and …
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Jan 09
The Cricket in Times Square begins when a small cricket named Chester accidentally becomes trapped inside a picnic basket. The unsuspecting picnickers board a commuter train from the Connecticut countryside to New York City, carrying Chester with them all the way to bustling Times Square. Once he escapes, Chester finds himself in a world far …
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