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Colonial Migration
Students, in groups, create a student book for an assigned group of immigrants to the Colonial United States (Huguenots, Scots, Irish, Africans.) They create drawings for the book and rhyming text that depicts three struggles that...
Scholastic
Scholastic: Maniac Magee
Have you ever read "Maniac Magee" by Jerry Spinelli? Use this resource to learn more about this book. An educational resource with discussion questions, extension activities and more.
Books in the Classroom
Carol Hurst's Children's Literature Site: Maniac Mcgee by Spinelli Review
This is a good site for teachers. Find a review of Jerry Spinelli's "Maniac Magee" as well as lesson plans and activities for the book.
Other
Society of Children's Book Writers and Illustrators
This is the Society of Children's Book Writers and Illustrators homepage. A great starting point for new writers interested in exploring this genre.
Other
Literature Learning Ladders: Laurence Yep "Dragon's Gate"
This site offers an overview of Lawrence Yep's "Dragon's Gate." Includes resource links but only a few work in the archived version of the site.
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Cover of Very Hungry
What do you know about Eric Carle, the author? This Carol Hurst site highlights some interesting facts about this author's life and refers to some of his books.