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Kids Doing Homework

Get your FREE resource bundle with 4+ hours of no-prep, independent ELA learning for 3rd and 4th graders

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In this FREE bundle, you will get:

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*Chapter-by-chapter book study discussion guide

*TWO video lessons with writing activities

*Interactive Author Q&A via Skype or Flipgrid

*PLUS, a free copy of the eBook version of my bestselling book for everyone in the class!

"... lighthearted illustrations and Max's quirky personality shine."

- Publishers Weekly

"Max's voice is believable, funny, and fresh--he sounds like he'd be a great kid to know." - Kirkus Reviews

Self-guided writing activities include a video lesson that introduces the concept, includes a chapter read-aloud, and provides full activity instructions with examples.

Creating Your Own ME Map (Ch.2)

The ME Map lesson is a look at internal and external character traits through the study of someone your students are already an expert on ... themselves!

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Perspective (Ch.9)

This lesson is an exercise in considering others' point of view by examining a story scene through two different characters' perspectives.

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What Teachers are saying about the lessons:

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"All my kids LOVE the ME Map. It was a great activity! I can’t wait to see your next lesson!! ... Thanks for what you’re doing for kids" -D. Moore, Grade 2, TX

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We had the pleasure of reading this book recently in our Grade 3/4 class. The kids found the message profound and interesting. They could relate to Max. The story offered the opportunity to lead discussions in mindfulness, empathy, and especially perspective. The students had a lot to say and write about when it came to the lessons learned from the story ... I would highly recommend this book as part of the social and emotional curriculum in the lower intermediate grades." -R. Harris, Grade 3/4, B.C.

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Everything about our Skype and your lessons was perfect!  Setting our foundation for analyzing texts (and eventually having to do a written response ... Our discussions have taken off! - S. Swanger, Grade 4, PA

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