Scholastic Book Orders: On-line Code: LNJ3D

Food for Thought: Independent Reading

https://bookwhisperer.com/2015/02/08/ive-got-research-yes-i-do-ive-got-research-how-about-you/

Helpful Sites for Middle Level Readers

There are several links to websites listed below which you can consult when trying to find appropriate reading materials for your child.  The Dakota County Library is always a great help.  The phone number for the Pleasant Hills branch, located at 1490 South Frontage Road in Hastings is 651-438-0200. 

https://www.co.dakota.mn.us/libraries/Pages/default.aspx

www.goodreads.com

www.redballoonbookshop.com

http://childrensbooks.about.com/od/middleschool/

The Book Whisperer: Donalyn Miller: https://bookwhisperer.com/

www.wonderopolis.org

www.infographics.com

www.biblionasium.com  (like goodreads for kids)

www.slideshare.net/donalynmiller

www.nerdybookclub.com

Writing Contests!

Mayor for a Day: www.lmc.org/mayorforaday 

Minnesotans in 4th, 5th, and 6th grade have the chance to say what they would do as a "Mayor for a Day" in an essay contest sponsored by the League!

For this year's contest, we are asking students what they would do to show people that local governments are good places to work. Three winners will be chosen and awarded $100 each. Plus, winning essays will be published in Minnesota Cities magazine.

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Entries must be handwritten and postmarked no later than October 13, 2017 to: League of Minnesota Cities, ATTN: Mayor for a Day, 145 University Ave W, St. Paul, MN 55103.

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Helpful Documents:

Helpful documents including Independent Reading Expectations and Classroom Calendars are posted above.

Please note that class calendars are subject to change-the best place to find information on daily activities is to check your child's assignment notebook. 

If you have questions or concerns, please email me at jherber@hastings.k12.mn.us

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