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Five stories about fantasy in The Thinking Train series
We never seem to tire of fairy tales, fantasy novels and science fiction. From early childhood, these stories enchant their readers and fire their imagination.
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Doctor Dolittle projects for the English classroom
We are all aware of the benefits of extensive reading, but some of us may feel unsure about how to approach longer texts in class.
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2020 Reading Calendar: January-July
Every new year brings new opportunities to read new stories and revisit old classics with our students.
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Six stories about the power of family
The many ways our families can shape our personalities and guide our steps in life offer fascinating stories.
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From Reading to Performing: 3 Shakespeare Plays in the English Class
Bringing Shakespeare into the English class
Whether our students know it or not, they may already be using Shakespeare's language. Not consciously, of course.
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Best books of 2019 for the holidays
At the end of the year we like looking back to see what new titles have been published.
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The gift of reading
Look at your bookshelf. Do you still remember which books were given to you as gifts? Who gave them to you and on what occasion?
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The Time Detectives: time travel adventures in the English class
Go on an adventure with Liam and Rose, the young time detectives as they travel through space and time and explore different periods in the past and the future.
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Meet the illustrator: making children's books with Maria Sole Macchia
What is it like to make illustrations for children? Maria Sole Macchia is a visual artist who specializes in creating picture books for young children.
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A Connecticut Yankee in the English classroom
We are all aware of the benefits of extensive reading, but some of us may feel unsure about how to approach longer texts in class.
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