Sentences with phrase «many middle grade readers»

It is an ideal read for middle grade readers searching their «inner» super powers.

The middle grades readers described in the CCSS cite textual evidence to support their ideas, write for different purposes, read across a variety of texts, and use academic language throughout the learning process.

Our approach makes the best of adolescent literature available to middle grades readers.

Angus, Thongs is a laugh - out - loud contemporary realistic fiction young adult (YA) book; The Night Gardener is a ghost story set in the mid-19th century and written for middle grade readers (ages 9 to 12, or grades 4 to 7).

Middle grade readers can relate to Molly not only because of her inherant hopefulness but also because she doesn't have to contend with, say, the daily social politics of ninth grade (or in British - speak, fourth form) the way Georgia Nicolson of Angus, Thongs does.

Historical fiction and mysteries hold high appeal for middle grade readers.

No children's books or middle grade readers.

After years of radio silence for her fans, admittedly while she collaborates on some of the most highly innovative movies to come out of a book series, especially one aimed at middle grade readers, J.K Rowling is unleashing something new.

An entire generation of young adult and middle grade readers have missed out on the buzz generated by a new release of the content, at least until now.

Although it's easy to surmise what probably happened to Werner's family, Zibart presents the harsh realities of Jewish life both in Germany and as an immigrant in the U.S. in a manner appropriate for middle grade readers.

«While most African - American children's literature focuses on either slavery or the Civil Rights movement, Moses gives middle grade readers a glimpse of a time when slavery was recent enough to weigh heavily on the minds and hearts of African Americans, yet a more equitable future was also imaginable.»

I say this only because I continue to think that, for middle grade readers, paper books play an important role.

Bestselling author Suzanne Collins first made her mark in children's literature with the New York Times bestselling Underland Chronicles series for middle grade readers.

Realistic but without more intensity than middle grade readers can handle, Sarah's pitch - perfect narration captures her frustration in trying to communicate with her distant father («He is hard, frozen ice cream and I am a weak spoon.»)

DongWon Song represents commercial fiction for adult, young adult, and middle grade readers as well as select nonfiction.

«Middle Shelf is a digital - only magazine featuring the best books for middle grade readers.

Plus, middle grade readers, even with the proliferation of cheaper - and - cheaper ereaders, still read paper books.

I have a middle grade reader that is edited and ready to be published.

Matt Stanton brings his veteran children's book chops to this hilarious series, perfect for early middle grade readers looking for side - splitting laughs!

Middle grade readers read on devices some, but they aren't necessarily doing the shopping.

Sleeping Bear Press is a well regarded publisher of board books, picture books, middle grade readers, and young adult fiction.

Not exact matches

Do you have a middle - grade reader who LOVES fantasy and adventure?

My friend Mia Wenjen has a great roundup of 50 must - read diversity picture books, and after Laurel finishes the young readers version of I Am Malala, I am totally pointing her to this collection of 8 empowering middle grade novels for kids interested in social justice.

Western Washington About Blog A children's, middle - grade and young adult book blog for both readers and writers.

The DeWitt Wallace - Reader's Digest Fund has awarded a three - year, $ 1.1 - million grant to the University of North Carolina at Chapel Hill's Center for Early Adolescence to help improve the preparation and training of teachers and staff members in the middle grades.

Jennifer Johns, who teaches sixth - grade English and science at Crestview Middle School in Huntington, Indiana, provides Education World readers with several additional activities to use with A Christmas Carol.

On Jan. 24, readers questioned three members of the Teacher Leaders Network — Corrina Knight, a 6th grade language arts / social studies teacher at Salem Middle School in Apex, N.C.; Linda Emm, an educational specialist with Schools of Choice in Miami, and a consultant with the National School Reform Faculty; and Carolann Wade, the coordinator for national - board certification and liaison for Peace College's teacher education program of the Wake County, N.C., school district — about their work with teacher - directed professional development.

Here are four Spanish - language novels that are ideally suited to bilingual middle - grade readers, whether they are dual language students, English learners or heritage speakers.

Francisco's inspiring story of his struggles and determination to succeed and complete his education have made these novels beloved among middle - grade readers.

Purpose We examined the effectiveness of a multistrategy inference intervention designed to increase inference making and reading comprehension for middle - grade struggling readers.

Science texts often pose special challenges for inexperienced and struggling readers, particularly when those students are transitioning from the elementary to middle grades.

In general, the content and presentation in CKHG Student Readers for Grades 3 - 5 are appropriate for young readers from the upper elementary grades through middle Readers for Grades 3 - 5 are appropriate for young readers from the upper elementary grades through middle sGrades 3 - 5 are appropriate for young readers from the upper elementary grades through middle readers from the upper elementary grades through middle sgrades through middle school.

At the start of the 2013 - 14 school year, we began collaborating with the New York City Department of Education's Middle School Quality Initiative, NYC City Council, Robin Hood and Harvard EdLabs to bring struggling readers up to grade level through Middle School ExTRA — Middle School Expanded Day + Tutoring = Reading Achievement — a pioneering initiative to expand the school day in 20 New York City middle scMiddle School Quality Initiative, NYC City Council, Robin Hood and Harvard EdLabs to bring struggling readers up to grade level through Middle School ExTRA — Middle School Expanded Day + Tutoring = Reading Achievement — a pioneering initiative to expand the school day in 20 New York City middle scMiddle School ExTRA — Middle School Expanded Day + Tutoring = Reading Achievement — a pioneering initiative to expand the school day in 20 New York City middle scMiddle School Expanded Day + Tutoring = Reading Achievement — a pioneering initiative to expand the school day in 20 New York City middle scmiddle schools.

For example, see Linda M. Pavonetti et al., «Accelerated Reader: What Are the Lasting Effects on the Reading Habits of Middle School Students Exposed to Accelerated Reader in Elementary Grades?»

First Aid for Readers: Help before, during, and after reading This is a great strategies book for middle grade and up which is available also in ebook form.

In general, the content and presentation in the CKHG books for Grades 3 - 5 are appropriate for young readers from the upper elementary grades through middle sGrades 3 - 5 are appropriate for young readers from the upper elementary grades through middle sgrades through middle school.

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Cyle is seeking: young adult, middle grade, chapter books, easy readers, picture books, board books, genre fiction (especially romance), love stories, speculative (science fiction and fantasy), nonfiction (parenting, leadership, ministry, and self - help), movie and screenplays.

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For children's picture books and middle grade, Gabbie is looking for books that introduce curious young readers to new concepts — be it historically leaning or learning your manners — with compelling characters and an engaging voice.

readers — 2015 Geisel Medal winner and ALA Notable Children's Book You Are (Not) Small, by Anna Kang and Christopher Weyant, and Secrets of the Book, by middle grade language arts and history teacher Erin Fry.

I also employed a very light drift of fantasy in my adult novel The Uncoupling, as well as in a book for middle - grade readers about kids who meet at a Scrabble tournament, called The Fingertips of Duncan Dorfman.

A small - town kid takes on a big - time case in Theodore Boone: Kid Lawyer Theodore Boone: Kid Lawyer, John Grisham's first book for middle - grade readers — and book one in a planned series — will no doubt have wide appeal.

My own children were huge middle - grade readers, just like I was at their age, and they had some more choices, but I was disappointed to realize that, at least a few years ago — my son is 15 now — there weren't that many more choices than I had.

Toddlers and preschoolers at the emerging literacy stage have unique needs that are so far removed from the needs of middle grade and young adult reluctant readers, yet most publishers and even booksellers consider those age groups to both fall under children's publishing.

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