3rd Grade Authors Resources
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Suggested Author Interview Questions
Here are the 16 best questions to ask an author during an interview Ever wondered about your favorite author's writing…Subjects:Reading and LiteratureLiteratureAuthors -
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50 Ways to Celebrate Roald Dahl Day
Celebrate the works of British novelist Roald Dahl with 50 fun suggestions for Roald Dahl Day (September 13). Print the…Subjects:Reading and LiteratureChildren's BookAuthors -
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Candy Cane Sugar Cookie Recipe
Transform sugar cookie dough into peppermint candy cane treats for Christmas. This recipe is easy for children to…Subjects:Chris Van Allsburg, Author & Illustrator: Guides to His BooksAuthorsLiterature -
ACTIVITIES
The Garden of Abdul Gasazi Enrichment Activities
In Chris Van Allsburg's The Garden of Abdul Gasazi, the dog who protagonist Alan is supposed to be watching runs off and…Subjects:Caldecott Medal Books & IllustratorsChris Van Allsburg, Author & Illustrator: Guides to His BooksAward and Prize Winners -
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Theodor Seuss Geisel Biography
Read about the life and career of beloved author and illustrator Theodor Seuss Geisel. This biography reading warm-up…Subjects:Reading and LiteratureReading ComprehensionAuthors -
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Let's Write the Author
This organizer will help students write a letter to a favorite author. The organizer breaks down all the essential…Subjects:LiteratureNonfiction LiteratureChris Van Allsburg, Author & Illustrator: Guides to His Books -
TEACHING RESOURCE
An Interview with Jeff Kinney
Jeff Kinney answers questions about his very funny online journal, Diary of a Wimpy Kid: Greg Heffley's Journal.Subjects:AuthorsArtistsLiterature -
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Carleton Kendrick Ed.M., LCSW
Learn about Carleton Kendrick, a family therapist and parenting expert.Subjects:AuthorsLiteratureReading and Literature -
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Transcript of Authors Live with Jerry Spinelli
A complete transcript of the premier showing of Authors Live, with Newbery Award-winning author Jerry Spinelli. Mr.…Subjects:Jobs, Careers, and OccupationsCommunity and Ways of LifeSocial Studies and History -
GAMES AND APPS
The Polar Express Word Search
Review vocabulary from The Polar Express with this printable word search puzzle.Subjects:Chris Van Allsburg, Author & Illustrator: Guides to His BooksAuthorsLiterature -
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"Everything I Need to Know I Learned from Roald Dahl" Poster
Hang this poster in your classroom to celebrate Roald Dahl Month (September). This poster features favorite quotes by…Subjects:AuthorsChildren's BookLiterature -
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Jerry Spinelli Biography
A biography of Newbery Award-Winning author Jerry Spinelli. One of his most popular children's book is Maniac Magee,…Subjects:BaseballSportsPhysical Education and Fitness -
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Letter from E.B. White
Enjoy a letter written by this revered author.Subjects:Reading and LiteratureNonfiction LiteratureAuthors -
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You Are the Illustrator
Employ a printable reading activity that helps build skills in illustrating a story that is read.Subjects:Caldecott Medal Books & IllustratorsTeaching Eric Carle & The Very Hungry CaterpillarChris Van Allsburg, Author & Illustrator: Guides to His Books -
BOOK GUIDES
A Teaching Guide to the World of Ezra Jack Keats
Explore the many multicultural children's books by Ezra Jack Keats with this printable teaching guide and activity…Subjects:LiteratureEzra Jack Keats, Author & Illustrator: Guides to His BooksLanguage Arts and Writing -
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Winnie-the-Pooh
After reading about A. A. Milne and Winnie-the-Pooh, children will write an adventure story featuring their favorite…Subjects:Creative WritingWritingLanguage Arts and Writing -
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Hot Chocolate Recipe
Follow this recipe to make your own homemade hot chocolate. Students will enjoy a cup of rich hot chocolate just like…Subjects:Chris Van Allsburg, Author & Illustrator: Guides to His BooksAuthorsLiterature -
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Make Your Own Reindeer Craft
Make a reindeer craft from wooden craft sticks. The steps for this DIY holiday craft are outlined in the printable. Hang…Subjects:Chris Van Allsburg, Author & Illustrator: Guides to His BooksAuthorsLiterature -
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Celebrating Native American Heritage -- Suggested Activities
Enhance reading comprehension with a guide that provides teachers with important points to consider when teaching about…Subjects:Native-American History (American Indians)American History/U.S. HistorySocial Studies and History -
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Salman Rushdie Biography
Read about the life and work of Salman Rushdie, an Indian-born English novelist and critic, in this biography.Subjects:AuthorsLiteratureReading and Literature -
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Maya Angelou
A brief article about Grammy Award-winning poet, writer, composer, and actress Maya Angelou.Subjects:African-American HistorySuffrage and Women's RightsAmerican History/U.S. History -
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James Baldwin
A brief article about Jame Baldwin, including related resources.Subjects:African-American HistoryAmerican History/U.S. HistorySocial Studies and History -
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James Meredith
Learn about Civil Rights leader James Meredith, who in 1961 was denied admission to the University of Mississippi…Subjects:African-American HistoryAmerican History/U.S. HistorySocial Studies and History -
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Toni Morrison
Learn more about the life of contemporary novelist Toni Morrison.Subjects:African-American HistoryAmerican History/U.S. HistorySocial Studies and History