You'll reach for this collection of kid-pleasing read alouds again and again. Each short selection will grab kids' attentions, build vocabulary, as well as comprehension, listening, and high-level thinking skills. They are also a great way to introduce kids to genres such as poetry, short story, speeches, expository writing, and more. All have been carefully selected by noted author and educator Janet Allen. For use with Grades 5 &amp; Up.

The Scholastic Read-Aloud Anthology: 35 Short, Riveting Read-Alouds That Build Comprehension, Listening, and Higher-Level Thinking Skills―and Keep Kids on the Edge of Their Seats

Education & Teaching

Allen, Janet

DALEY, PATRICK

Schools & Teaching

Teaching Resources

Should students get paid for attending school? Is year-round school a good thing? If you find $100, is it yours to keep? We've chosen 50 topics we know kids will want to talk and write about. For each debate we've included pro and con points, as well as discussion questions to get kids thinking further about both sides of the issue. Plus, you'll find vocabulary activities, a reproducible graphic organizer, and other activity ideas to help your students improve their thinking and writing skills. For use with Grades 5 and Up.

50 Debate Prompts for Kids: Reproducible Debate Sheets Complete With Background and Pro/Con Points That Get Kids Reading, Writing, Speaking, and Thinking About the Topics That Spark Their Interest

Dahlie, Michael S.

Children's Books

Scholastic. Inc.

Describes the life and career of the popular young singer and shares her outlook on life.

Mandy Moore: A "Candy"-Coated Scrapbook (Backstage Pass)

Lorrain, Mora

Pennychurch, Amanda

Biographies

scholastic

Profiles the popular member of 'N Sync, from his childhood and stint on the Mickey Mouse Club to his success with the group, and includes trivia questions.

N Sync's Justin

Scholastic Paperbacks

This illustration-packed book will help students learn and remember challenging words! For each of its 100 words, you'll find a simple pronunciation, a kid-friendly definition, an example of how to use the word in a sentence, and a fun illustration that further scaffolds kids' understanding. Words are presented in groups of five that are linked in some way-for example, words may have related meanings or share the same Latin or Greek root. The pages also include lively notes and doodles to spark kids' interest. Plus, engaging word-building activities give kids the multiple exposures to a word they need to truly OownO it. Also includes a handy checklist so kids can track their growing word power. 
A fun, unique book that will help every child develop a prodigious vocabulary! For use with Grade 5.

Amazing Word Power Grade 5: 100 Words Every 5th Grader Should Know

Scholastic Teaching Resources (Teaching Strategies)

Why read aloud to students in middle school? Reading aloud exposes them to a wide variety of text types and genres, builds background knowledge, models effective reading behaviors, and more. The selections in this book have been carefully chosen to appeal to diverse students and boost their reading, writing, speaking, and listening skills. Each selection comes with a teaching page that includes discussion and writing prompts and more. A powerful way to cultivate students’ love of reading!

Riveting Read-Alouds for Middle School: 35 Selections Guaranteed to Spark Deep Thinking, Meaningful Discussion, and Powerful Writing

Reference

Words, Language & Grammar

Teacher's Friend

Describes the country of Ireland, including information on its history, geography, government, economy, social life and customs, and some popular tourist sites.

Ireland (Steadwell Books World Tour)

Geography & Cultures

Heinemann/Raintree

Describes the history, geography, economy, government, religions, social life, culture, famous people, and tourist sites of the African nation of Kenya.

Kenya (Steadwell Books World Tour)

Ariel's Treasure Hunt (Disney First Readers, 1)

Grossman, Patricia

Disney Pr

Chip's Favorite Season (Beauty and the Beast, Level 1)

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