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STARGIRL, by Jerry Spinelli
Even though, in this book, the protagonist’s age exceeds that of the upper age range of the typical ReaderKid, we’ve found that Spinelli’s STARGIRL connects with many upper elementary aged readers in a powerful way. Stargirl offers a multitude of literary elements to discuss, interesting characters to consider, and a plethora of potential supplemental lessons to enjoy…. Read more »
Your friend, Stephanie (A Letter to Readers)
DEAR READER, I’m so glad you’re reading my book PRINCESS POSEY AND THE FIRST GRADE PARADE. I can still remember what it felt like to go to first grade for the first time. When I was your age, I wanted to go to first grade so much! I was already in kindergarten at Broad River… Read more »
Princess Posey and the First Grade Parade
Princess Posey and the First Grade Parade by Stephanie Greene Posey is nervous about starting school. She’ll have to get out of the car at the Kiss-and-Go Lane, and walk to her first grade classroom, past the “Monster of the Blue Hall,” all by herself. Worse, she’s not allowed to wear the pink tutu that… Read more »
PRINCESS POSEY AND THE FIRST GRADE PARADE Teacher Activity Guide
Access an in-depth Teacher Guide designed to compliment the experience of reading Stephanie Greene’s Princess Posey and the First Grade Parade here. Princess Posey and the First Grade Parade Teacher Activity Guide Enjoy working through the Discussion Questions. Then have fun with the Compare and Contrast activity, making and play the Word Bank Game, and… Read more »
Get Organized: Ensure Back-to-School Success!
Janet Fox’s Get Organized Without Losing It is loaded with helpful hints to ensure that returning to the rigors of school life are as stress-free as possible. From packing a lunch to passing a test, Janet guides the parent and child through an easy step-by-step process, demystifying the fears associated with school life. Access the following… Read more »
Happy Birthday, Sophie Hartley
Happy Birthday, Sophie Hartley by Stephanie Greene It’s almost Sophie’s double-digit birthday and things are off to a rocky start. Even though her dad had said, “Wonderful!” when Sophie told him she wanted a baby gorilla for her big day, deep down, Sophie knew it wasn’t going to be as easy as all that. And… Read more »
