Jan 28
In How to Eat Fried Worms, Billy makes a bet with his friend Alan that he can eat 15 worms, one each day, for fifteen days. Tom plans to be Billy’s second, or witness. Joe is going to be Alan’s second. Joe and Alan plan all sorts of schemes to win the bet. In one funny part …
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Apr 02
The Wild Robot Escapes by Peter Brown combines a science fiction story involving a robot of the future with a fantasy in which animals talk. This sequel beautifully wraps up the story. In the book, readers are once again transported to the remote and rugged island where Roz has made her home. After surviving her first …
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May 15
In The War with Grandpa, ten-year-old Peter learns from his little sister that Grandpa is going to come to live with his family. He will be staying in Peter’s room because his bad leg won’t allow him to climb two flights of stairs up to the guest bedroom. Peter is afraid to stay in the attic room …
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May 08
If you’re looking for a heartwarming and thought-provoking novel about friendship, family, and the power of acceptance, look no further than Rules by Cynthia Lord. This Newbery Honor book follows the story of Catherine, a twelve-year-old girl who struggles with balancing her love for her brother, who has autism. Catherine wished to live a “normal” …
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Apr 21
The Wild Robot by Peter Brown combines a science fiction story involving a robot of the future with a fantasy in which animals talk. The outcome is a book that is both charming and exciting. There is no question about it; your students will love this book! Summary A ship with 500 crates, each carrying one …
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Mar 06
Matilda by Roald Dahl is a fun book to read. Matilda is a super-genius. She lives with parents who neglect her and are mean. Matilda must take care of herself and even teaches herself to read. She decides that every time her parents are mean, she will get them back with a prank. First, she puts …
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Feb 20
Are you looking for some Despereaux teaching ideas to go along with Kate DiCamillo’s terrific book The Tale of Despereaux? These are sure to be hit with students. Students will laugh at his antics, sympathize, and encourage Despereaux as he struggles to find his way in life. The Tale of Despereaux Short Summary Despereaux is an unusual …
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