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Sarah, Plain and Tall
This historically themed, family style story of the American prairie features a family’s grief, a farm’s struggle and a mail order bride. A classic piece in American classrooms for early intermediate...
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Book Review: Sign of the Beaver
Looking to integrate Native American heritage with a state of Maine studies unit? This title by Elizabeth George Speare might be just the ticket. In this historical fiction piece for intermediate...
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Stretch that Teacher’s Salary Even Further with this Stylish New Budget Book
We all know classroom teaching isn’t exactly a big money profession. The constant supplementing of classroom materials many of us do cuts into take home pay even further. Tired of feeling like a...
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Almost Astronauts: 13 Women Who Dared To Dream
This true story of the Mercury 13 Women, written by Tanya Lee Stone, chronicles the trials and tribulations of these remarkable women who stepped up to the space challenge. Why have you never heard of...
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Pancakes for Supper: A Book Review
Written by Caldecott honor book author Anne Isaacs, this pioneer themed tale is set in the American wilderness. This Scholastic Press title is boldly illustrated by Mark Teague. PERKS Opportunities...
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Walt Whitman: Words for America
Written by Barbara Kerley. Illustrated by Caldecott honor artist Brian Selznick. Published by Scholastic Press. First Impressions A perfect picture book for older children just getting introduced to...
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Crow Call: A Book Review
Two time Newbery Medalist Lois Lowry takes her first stab at a picture book in Crow Call, published by Scholastic. This title for primary grades features a young girl’s first memory of a big outing...
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Truce: A Book Review
Jim Murphy and Scholastic have teamed up to provide an engaging historical Christmas narrative for intermediate level readers. Teachers of nine-twelve year olds looking to incorporate a real life...
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Stick Man: A Winter Holiday Book Review
Stick Man, a new release by Scholastic, is out this season for holiday enjoyment. Created by Julie Donaldson and Axel Scheffler, this seasonal rhyming tale tells the story of a stick man who is taken...
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Book Review: The Odious Ogre
Norton Juster’s tale of an angry ogre features whimsical watercolor illustrations of an old-world village setting. A picture book suitable for older elementary students, The Odious Ogre is loaded with...
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