Sign of the Beaver
June 24, 2008
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Looking to integrate Native American heritage with a state of Maine studies unit? This title by Elizabeth George Speare might be just the ticket. Read more
Sarah, Plain and Tall
June 24, 2008
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This historically themed, family style story of the American prairie features a family’s grief, a farm’s struggle and a mail order bride. Read more
The Golden Compass
June 18, 2008
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Looking for a magical tale of intrigue from the great frozen north? This wondrous story of a parallel universe may be just the ticket. Read more
Mr. Magorium’s Wonder Emporium
June 18, 2008
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A magical store where toys come to life is the backdrop for this film starring Natalie Portman and Dustin Hoffman. Read more
Nanny McPhee: A New Mary Poppins?
June 18, 2008
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What do you get when you combine the talents of Angela Lansbury, Colin Firth and Emma Thompson? Read more
Lemony Snickett’s A Series of Unfortunate Events
June 18, 2008
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A darker children’s story with a European feel, this film would make an interesting selection for the intermediate classroom. Read more
Movie Review: Night at the Museum
June 18, 2008
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A working father’s night job turns out to be far more intense than he expects . . . Read more
Project Hack: Some Thoughts on Glue Sticks
June 17, 2008
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Tired of cleaning out individual glue caps with the closest available paper clip? I hear you. Here’s why glue sticks are one of my favorite classroom supplies . . . and why they always went on my new student “back to school” buy list during my classroom days. Read more
Movie Review: The Great Debaters
June 5, 2008
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Starring Denzel Washington and introducing several new talents, this movie is for more than coaches of debate teams. Read more
Reviews that Rock! Great Ideas for Covering Test Content
June 5, 2008
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Tired of the groaning whenever you settle in for a topic review in class? Here are some ideas to use when getting ready for a big test, and also some strategies to keep the material fresh all year long. Bonus? Many of these ideas can be used as team activities, or as sponge activities when it’s time for transition. Read more
