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Sunday, December 15, 2013 9:42:14 PM
Karen Newell wrote a blog post titled Dec 16, Jane Austen Books:
Karen said, "Modern readers continue to enjoy the books written by Jane Austin. A short summary of some of her most well-known novels is provided, as well as questions for discussion or literary analysis."
Tuesday, March 26, 2013 5:09:11 PM
Karen Newell wrote a blog post titled Mar 26, Jamestown Settlement 1607:
Karen said, "It was the Jamestown Settlement - 1607 - and none of the settlers in the new colony of Jamestown were aware that the eyes of the world would be upon them. Here are some of the great classic books for kids that tell the story of the first..." more
Sunday, March 17, 2013 2:29:55 PM
Karen Newell wrote a blog post titled Mar 17, First Chapter Books:
Karen said, "This list of first chapter books contains the best loved stories written for early readers. Not only do the short easy chapters give important practice in honing the growing reading skills, but the stories themselves are classics kids love to read."
Saturday, December 29, 2012 8:23:24 PM
Karen Newell wrote a blog post titled Nov 5, King Cobra Reading Worksheet
Saturday, December 29, 2012 8:23:24 PM
Karen Newell wrote a blog post titled Dec 1, Christmas Stories for Kids
Saturday, December 29, 2012 8:23:24 PM
Karen Newell wrote a blog post titled Dec 29, Preteen Stories:
Karen said, "Our lists of preteen stories includes the best loved classic books for girls and guys. Adventure, heroes and heroines, and the never-ending search for good mark the greatest stories of all time."
Saturday, December 29, 2012 8:23:24 PM
Karen Newell wrote a blog post titled Dec 29, Best Books for Boys:
Karen said, "Whether reluctant or avid readers, boys enjoy stories filled with heroes and adventure. Boys are the heroes in all of these inspiring tales. This list of the best books for boys will head them down the path of reading and history."
Monday, November 5, 2012 3:48:30 PM
Karen Newell wrote a blog post titled Nov 5, King Cobra Reading Worksheet
Sunday, November 4, 2012 9:10:28 PM
Karen Newell wrote a blog post titled Nov 5, Great Detective Stories
Sunday, November 4, 2012 9:10:28 PM
Karen Newell wrote a blog post titled Nov 5, Inform teachers:
Karen said, "Get the titles into the hands of elementary-school teachers. Younger teachers have never read the classics, so they need to know the titles. How? Not"
Tuesday, September 25, 2012 10:09:23 PM
Karen Newell wrote a blog post titled Sep 26, Calico Bush Unit Study
Monday, September 3, 2012 8:33:28 PM
Karen Newell wrote a blog post titled Sep 3, Wizard of Oz Characters
Tuesday, August 7, 2012 8:33:09 PM
Karen Newell wrote a blog post titled Aug 7, Time Line and Themes:
Karen said, "What a great idea - listing childrens' books by time line and by different themes. Would like to see more time lines for historical periods. There is"
Monday, August 6, 2012 9:49:03 AM
Karen Newell wrote a blog post titled Aug 4, What Is A Fairy Tale:
Karen said, "Somewhere between "once upon a time" and "happily ever after" lies a story we call a fairy tale? What is a fairy tale? Where do they come from? Are they appropriate for children? Learn about these common but mysterious stories."
Sunday, July 8, 2012 5:56:14 PM
Karen Newell wrote a blog post titled Jul 8, Summer Reading Programs:
Karen said, "Don't waste those summer months. Find some great books and keep 'em reading."
Saturday, June 16, 2012 11:00:07 PM
Karen Newell wrote a blog post titled Jun 17, Sherlock Holmes Consulting Detective:
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Saturday, April 7, 2012 8:29:48 PM
Karen Newell wrote a blog post titled Apr 8, Little Women Summary:
Karen said, "Developing a summary of Little Women and the lessons learned by Jo is a great way to plan a literature study for upper elementary and middle school students. Use our 5 suggestions for Little Women by Louisa May Alcott."
Thursday, March 1, 2012 2:42:28 PM
Karen Newell wrote a blog post titled Mar 1, Rev. John A. Rish, B.A. (Liberal Arts), M. Div.:
Karen said, "I love your website and the ideas behind it. I have about 65 hours of college credit in English and Literature. I am presently teaching a Behavior Class"
Tuesday, February 21, 2012 9:05:30 AM
Karen Newell wrote a blog post titled Feb 21, Sherlock Holmes Quotes:
Karen said, "Great ideas and information for book reports about Sherlock Holmes short stories. Find Sherlock Holmes quotes and background information on the world's one and only consulting detective."
Saturday, January 28, 2012 9:01:02 AM
Karen Newell wrote a blog post titled Jan 28, teacher:
Karen said, "I'm looking for ways to help my students in 6th grade that have difficulty reading and that are not interested in reading. Perhaps some of your ideas"
Sunday, January 1, 2012 2:36:56 PM
Karen Newell wrote a blog post titled Jan 1, Easy Reader Books:
Karen said, "It is hard to find great books for those first few years when reading skills are developing. Our list of easy reader books provides parents the best-loved classical books for early readers."
Sunday, December 18, 2011 2:16:14 PM
Karen Newell wrote a blog post titled Dec 18, Books About The Holocaust:
Karen said, "These authentic books about the holocaust chronicle the experience of children during the holocaust years and list stories written by survivors."
Sunday, December 4, 2011 5:31:39 PM
Karen Newell wrote a blog post titled Dec 5, Historical Fiction Books for Kids:
Karen said, "Looking for the best historical fiction books for kids? We have multiple lists of the best historic fiction for children and tips for making history come alive through books."
Sunday, November 27, 2011 2:05:59 PM
Karen Newell wrote a blog post titled Nov 27, Stories About Dragons:
Karen said, "Our list of stories about dragons lists dragon books and legends from the hall of classic children's literature. Frightening to friendly, these flying creatures stir the imagination."
Tuesday, April 1, 2014 4:59:40 PM
Karen Newell wrote a blog post titled Apr 1, Nature Stories:
Karen said, "Find a book your nature-loving kid will want to read. Our list of nature stories features some of the best stories in classic literature."