English Language Arts, Middle School Reads, Novel Study, Project-Based Learning, STEM

7 Magic Tree House Activities Teachers Will Love: Projects, STEM & Writing

The Magic Tree House book series, written by Mary Pope Osborne, is a household name. Magic Tree House books are the perfect first novel for many younger elementary students. These books continue to captivate older students’ imaginations as well. This book series has stood the test of time in being engaging, entertaining, and educational.  Why… Continue reading 7 Magic Tree House Activities Teachers Will Love: Projects, STEM & Writing

Classroom Library, English Language Arts, Novel Study, Project-Based Learning, STEM

6 Engaging “I Survived” Book Projects & Activities for Grades 3-6

The I Survived books by Lauren Tarshis are widely known as a favorite among elementary and middle school students. These popular historical fiction novels center around a child who experiences and survives, first-hand, a disaster or catastrophe from history. The novels blend exciting adventure stories with factual accounts of major events, as the main character… Continue reading 6 Engaging “I Survived” Book Projects & Activities for Grades 3-6

Classroom Library, English Language Arts, Middle School Reads, Novel Study, Project-Based Learning

7 PBL Lesson Ideas Fever 1793 Laurie Halse Anderson

I first read Fever 1793 by Laurie Halse Anderson in college for my education degree. I remember loving the historical accuracy, the dynamic characters, and the themes of resiliency and triumph. At the time, the novel seemed otherworldly. Although I knew it actually took place in Philadelphia in the 1700s, I could not imagine something… Continue reading 7 PBL Lesson Ideas Fever 1793 Laurie Halse Anderson