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"The First Day of School" short story from READ magazine

by Christine

Aug 25, 2008

Does anyone have a copy of the short story "The First Day of School"? It's starts with the narrator talking about getting lunch ready, hoping she has someone to sit with, picking out the right outfit, going to school, looking at all of the kids in class, etc....and then you discover the narrator is the TEACHER who has worries/fears on the 1st day w...See More

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A Child Called It

by Kathleen

Aug 28, 2008

This is an excellent read with high school students! I have done it for several years and my students were simply enthrawled! It really helps students to understand the horrible horrible effects of chid abuse.

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Teaching with picture books

by Shelley/tx

Sep 1, 2008

I need to teach a class of third graders about setting. I would like to use picture books. Could you give me your suggestions on which books would be best. Thanks, Shelley/tx

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Sarah I use Make Way for Ducklings and Owl Moon with my second graders. I read the book aloud without sharing the illustrations and then have them illustrate the setting based on the words and their imagination. I also found this link online with a more in depth list of books to use.

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Hope this helps!

Sarah/MA

Oct 3, 2008

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What's after Bluford Series?

by A. Hilyard

Sep 5, 2008

I've finally gotten children to read - they love the Bluford Series - after they've read them all they can find nothing else... Suggestions? 4-7th reading level for middle schoolers

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Mindy My Bluford fans like the Drama High series.

Jul 25, 2009

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kelly if your students enjoy bluford series, try anything by Sharon Draper next. Star with Tears of a Tiger. It's along the same lines in terms of interest, a step up in terms of rigor

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Text sets

by Sally

Sep 8, 2008

I am introducing the idea of literature circles to my colleagues next year. However, I have money this year to buy some books. I teach in a middle school classroom and would like to get some ideas on what "text sets" to buy to get our "bookroom" started (I realize I'll have to add to this every year, but need to get started).

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Low Sixth Graders

by Help Needed

Sep 13, 2008

I have a reading group (6 boys and 2 girls) and need suggestions for age- appropriate books on about the third to fourth grade reading level. From what I've already learned about my students, I'd like to avoid anything with controversial content or mild curse words, and anything about parents missing or dying.

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DP You can not lose with the Diary of a Wimpy Kid. You can have the kids keep a journal as they read the book. Trust me, once they finish it they will be ready for the next one. The author already has out 3 books. Good Luck. DP

On 11/30/08, Middle English wrote: > On 9/13/08, Help Needed wrote: >> I have a reading group (6 boys and ...See More

Jan 13, 2009

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HL Try the AL'S WORLD series by Elise Leonard. Kids love 'em, and they're written for struggling readers. Even I enjoy reading these books. Talk about entertaining.

On 9/13/08, Help Needed wrote: > I have a reading group (6 boys and 2 girls) and need > suggestions for age- appropriate books on about the third > to fourth grade readin...See More

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On My Honor, Where the Red Fern Grows

by Trisha

Sep 13, 2008

I am new to the 5th grade, as I have taught 1st and 2nd graders for the past 8 years. Does anyone know of any great ideas, lessons, or projects to use with On My Honor or Where the Red Fern Grows?

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