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Audio/video literacy

by HBWCreations

Jul 16

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As a preschool teacher for 30 years, I have observed the trending fascination with handheld devices by young children. I think that we can all agree that this has not always been a positive option, but occurs regularly regardless of that fact. My desire is to provide positive options that promote literacy and enhance vocab...See More

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Flipped Questions Chapter 14

by Terri

Oct 31, 2008

Flipped By: Wendelin Van Draanen

Chapter 14: Julianna “The Basket Boys”

1)What did Darla have to say to Juli on the Monday after the dinner at Bryce’s? Summarize Juli’s response.

2)Describe the process for nominating a ‘Basket Boy’. How did the boys feel about the tradition of ‘Basket Boy’?

3)Why...See More

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Gina Hess All I can say is . . . WOW! Thanks so much, Terri! You saved me hours of work! Your questions are awesome! :)

On 10/26/09, Regina wrote: > Terri- Thank you, Thank you for this awesome set of questions!!!! > You are the BEST! > > > > On 11/25/08, Jenny wrote: >> Thank you, Terri! I'll ask them today how many have re...See More

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Are the answers to the questions somewhere? On 5/14/11, Gina Hess wrote:
> All I can say is . . . WOW! Thanks so much, Terri! You
> saved me
hours
> of work! Your questions are awesome! :)
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> On 10/26/09, Regina wrote:
>> Terri- Thank you, Thank you for this awesome set of
>> questions!!!! You are the BEST!
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Lit Circle Question - Vocabulary

by FuneralWife99

Apr 4, 2017

I've been doing literature circles this year and adapting them for my various groups but the one thing that I'm struggling with across all of my classes is the vocabulary component. I constantly hear "I know all of these words" or "How are we supposed to know what words?" They've done okay with the other jobs, but the vocabulary...See More

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Flipped Questions Chapter 3

by Terri

Oct 31, 2008

Flipped By: Wendelin Van Draanen

Chp. 3: Bryce “Buddy, Beware!”

1)What major change happened in Bryce’s life when he was in seventh grade?

2)What behavior of his grandfather’s did Bryce find peculiar?

3)Why did Juli make the front page of the local newspaper?

4)List at least 3 adjectives that Bry...See More

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FLIPPED On 10/31/08, Terri wrote: > Flipped > By: Wendelin Van Draanen > > Chp. 3: Bryce > “Buddy, Beware!” > > 1)What major change happened in Bryce’s life when he was in > seventh grade? > > > 2)What behavior of his grandfather’s did Bryce find peculiar? > > > 3)Why did Juli make the front page of the loc...See More

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Story Monsters Ink Takes the Literary World by Storm

by Linda F Radke

Oct 28, 2016

Story Monsters Ink Takes the Literary World by Storm

CHANDLER, AZ – In just over two years since its launch, Story Monsters Ink has become a beacon for parents and teachers searching for quality reading material for children to instill the joys of reading, and it turns out, grown-ups love it just as much as kids.

What began as a...See MoreStory Monsters Ink Takes the Literary World by Storm

CHANDLER, AZ – In just over two years since its launch, Story Monsters Ink has become a beacon for parents and teachers searching for quality reading material for children to instill the joys of reading, and it turns out, grown-ups love it just as much as kids.

What began as a monthly newsletter has turned into a major magazine with subscribers across the globe, advertisers clamoring to get a spot in each issue and featured interviews with today’s top authors and artists, including Jamie Lee Curtis, Kenny Loggins, Kate DiCamillo, James Patterson, Dav Pilkey and Jeff Kinney. And the industry loves it, too. The subscription-based family magazine recently received several notable literary accolades.

In August, Story Monsters Ink won the Mom’s Choice Gold Award and was named “among the best in family-friendly media, products and services.” In October, School Library Journal named it “among the great magazines for kids and teens” for its varied content, including articles about science and nature, reading guides, and book reviews written by children for children. Also this month, it was announced that the magazine’s publisher, Linda F. Radke, won the 2016 Irwin Award for “Best Publisher of a Literary Magazine,” and Cristy Bertini, the magazine’s editor-in-chief, also won the Irwin Award for “Best Editorial Director.”

In her acceptance speech, Radke thanked the entire Story Monsters Ink team for their contributions to the magazine’s success. “Cristy tells me every month that this will be the best issue yet, and it always is, thanks to our tremendous team of writers, designers, columnists, and contributors, and we want to express our sincerest gratitude to Melissa Fales, Jeff Yesh, Kris Taft Miller, Conrad Storad, Debbie Greenberg, Darleen Wohlfeil, Nick Spake, Leigh Carrasco, Rita Campbell, Olivia Amiri, Diana Perry, Jenna Grodzicki, Bill McManus, Kristin Maggio, and Shirin Zarqa-Lederman for their hard work and dedication. And we also want to thank our advertisers. They have supported this publication from the beginning and I want them to know how much we appreciate them.”

Having been in the up-and-down world of publishing for over 30 years, Radke said that supporting children’s literacy is her team’s ultimate goal in everything they do.

“That is the light behind Story Monsters Ink,” said Radke. “And behind every successful magazine, is a great editor-in-chief. Cristy is that editor. I have her to thank, because she makes this magazine what it is and I couldn’t ask for a better leader. As for the next issue, just wait and see. It will be the best one yet.” To subscribe to Story Monsters Ink, visit [link removed].

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book survey

by JWT

Sep 19, 2016

Hi! I'm working with a group of writers, trying to figure out what tools would make teaching our books easier. Would you take a short survey (less than 5 minutes) and educate us a bit on how to make materials that are useful for teachers?

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Thank you!

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Thys Boke is Myne - Sarah Powley

by Teachers.Net Gazette

Jul 27, 2016

Maybe the problem is unique to me. But I don’t think so. I’ve seen too many crossed out names in books I’ve picked up in second hand stores. [Click below to read the rest of Sarah Powley's essay.]

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English Literature at High School Level

by Colleen C

Jul 16, 2016

Hi! I am looking for inspiration. I want to find a new novel to teach my class of grade 11 university bound students. I'm looking for something that will appeal to both genders and that has literary merit but isn't too difficult. Something fairly current would be preferable but isn't necessary. I'd love some suggestions!

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Character Change Project

by Jessica Fortin

Apr 6, 2010

Does anyone have a good idea for a character change over time project for grade 4? I am using the Miraculous Journey of Edward Tulane. Thanks!

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This year when I taught 4th grade, I used a character change On 4/06/10, Jessica Fortin wrote: > Does anyone have a good idea for a character change over > time project for grade 4? I am using the Miraculous > Journey of Edward Tulane. Thanks!

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TxTchr On 6/04/16, This year when I taught 4th grade, I used a character change wrote: > On 4/06/10, Jessica Fortin wrote: >> Does anyone have a good idea for a character change > over >> time project for grade 4? I am using the Miraculous >> Journey of Edward Tulane. Thanks! I used this one when I taught 4th grade this year: http:...See More

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