Extracurricular Activities
We provide a number of extracurricular activities and resources to support learning outside the classroom. From summer reading lists to tips on starting a book club, help your students continue exploring beyond their daily lessons.
Extension & Enrichment Activities
Recommended Extracurricular Activities Resources
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Summer Reading List -- Middle
This list of recommended vacation reading for the middle grades is provided by Penguin Young Readers Group and Dorling K... -
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Summer Reading List -- Secondary
This list of recommended vacation reading for secondary students is provided by Penguin Young Readers Group and Dorling ... -
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Summer Reading List -- Intermediate
This list of recommended vacation reading for the intermediate grades is provided by Penguin Young Readers Group and Dor... -
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Who Do You Think You Are?
Read an excerpt of genealogist Megan Smolenyak's book, Who Do You Think You Are?, which is the companion to the TV serie... -
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Expeditionary Learning: Building Confidence by Risking Failure
Expeditionary Learning is a unique program that emphasizes hands-on, project-based, group learning, where students parti... -
BOOK GUIDES
A Leader's Guide to the Count on Me Sports Series
The Count on Me Sports series from Free Spirit Publishing focuses on amazing true stories that highlight generosity, cou... -
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Celebrating the African-American Entrepreneurial Spirit
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Summer Reading List -- Pre-K through Primary
This list of recommended summer reading for grades pre-K through primary is provided by Penguin Young Readers Group and ... -
WORKSHEETS
Summer Reading Suggestions (Grades 3-8)
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REFERENCE
Studio 54
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TEACHING RESOURCE
Get Hooked on Your Family History
Help students get interested in researching their family tree! Get genealogy tips from Megan Smolenyak, expert genealogi... -
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Join the Planet Protectors Club!
Encourage your pupils to establish a Planet Protectors Club at your school! Many earth friendly activities are suggested... -
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The Founding of the NAACP
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WORKSHEETS
Town Meeting Simulation
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TEACHING RESOURCE
How to Start a Reading Group
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Science Fair: Steps for Success
