Jan 29
After seeing a cardinal, close your eyes, spit three times, and make a wish. — You can make a wish if you clap three times before crossing a state line. — You can make a wish if you see a camel-shaped cloud. These are just a few of Charlie’s superstitions in Wish by Barbara O’Connor. The Story …
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Sep 08
Number the Stars is a phenomenal story of courage. This makes it a great book for students to use as a writing prompt. Number the Stars begins in September 1943. Nazis occupy Copenhagen, Denmark. Annemarie and her best friend Ellen see German soldiers on the street corners. They play the part of silly school girls to keep …
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Jul 17
The People of Sparks is a must-read novel for all lovers of The City of Ember. Reading Level Lexile 760L Interest Level Grades 6-8 Length 352 pages Award William Allen White Children’s Book Award Jump to Section Book Summary Book Details Teaching Activities ⭐ About the Book: The People of Sparks The People of Sparks by …
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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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May 29
Gregor the Overlander launches readers into a fast‑paced fantasy world where courage, family, and destiny collide. Suzanne Collins blends adventure with emotional depth 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 …
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Apr 24
Are you looking for some fun and interesting Pax teaching activities? You’ve come to the right place. Reading Level Lexile 760L Interest Level Grades 3-5 Length 272 pages Award National Book Award Longlist Jump to Section Book Summary Book Details Teaching Activities ⭐ About the Book: Pax Pax by Sara Pennypacker is a powerful, heart‑wrenching …
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Apr 03
Because of Mr. Terupt is a phenomenal book! Mr. Terupt is the new 5th-grade teacher at Snow Hill School in Connecticut. Among his class are the seven narrators of the story. Each narrator has a unique problem s/he must work through. Peter is the class clown. He blurts out comments and is mischievous. Jessica has just moved from …
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