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Max is a mole on a mission.

With Helen Hippo and June Bug by his side, Max must stop the evil Goldfish-Finger from stealing a priceless, solid gold fish-finger. This dangerous, top-secret mission will involve explosions, a naked mole rat, and being flushed down a giant toilet. Will Max and the team defeat the fiendish fish?

Time to rock and mole!

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Everyone seems to have an opinion about glitter. But how much do you know about the tiny, shiny confetti? What makes glitter glitter? Why does it stick to everything? Who invented it? How is it made? Is glitter bad for the environment? Chris Barton’s informative wit and Chaaya Prabhat’s vibrant art make Glitter Everywhere! sparkle as it covers the good, the bad, and shiny of all things glitter

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Gordon the Meanest Goose on Earth by Alex Latimer

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Gordon the Meanest Goose on Earth by Alex Latimer

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There are plenty of mean geese in the world. Five of them meet monthly at the Meanest Goose Society. One bites fingers. One makes old ladies carry her shopping. But Gordon is the meanest goose of all.

He shouts at people. He presses the cross-the-road button repeatedly and never crosses the road. He even directs zoo visitors to the open tiger cage!

But when Anthony the Piglet gives him a beautiful flower, Gordon is unsettled. Why is he feeling like this? Perhaps instead of being mean, he could be brave. And saying sorry for being mean would be very brave indeed...

This is a very funny story. Alex Latimer’s genius illustrations add to the humour as well – never has a goose had such brilliant facial expressions. Or eyebrows.

The message of being nice instead of mean is delivered with thoughtfulness as well as humour, so it’s not sickly or didactic. Children should love poring over this book and enjoying the colourful pictures and the silliness.

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An award-winning fantasy series for young children, with beautiful, heart-warming illustrations by Joe Todd-Stanton. When Rowan has to leave her beloved home, she journeys to the Dark Forest and discovers she has magical powers of healing animals and talking to them. Each adventure features a different challenge and a new mythical creature for Rowan to work with and learn from. The series has a cosy atmosphere, and themes of nature conservation, resilience, love of family and friendship.

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Jess knows everything about her best friend, Eden.
Except why she is missing.

Eden Summer is a thrilling YA novel, aimed at readers aged 12+. When Jess arrives at school that Friday morning, her world turns upside-down. Her best friend Eden has gone missing, and time is running out to find her safe and well. She joins Liam, Eden's boyfriend, on a fast-paced search to find her. But this means facing up to her dark past, and the secrets she has been trying to hide.

The Bookseller described Eden Summer as having 'a truly gripping plot ... combined with beautiful, emotionally rich writing'.
Editor's Pick, The Bookseller.

The Guardian review says, 'Gripping ... a thriller deeply embedded in the West Yorkshire landscape.' Read the full review here.

Teacher's notes for Eden Summer have been written by Radhiah Chowdhury of Scholastic Australia. Click here to download. Many thanks to Radhiah for these thoughtful and very thorough resources!

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Liz Flanagan's books for children and young adults, including the middle grade fantasy series Wildsmith and Legends of the Sky and the young adult novel Eden Summer

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Liz Flanagan's latest Wildsmith adventure, Magical Mountain Rescue

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Into the Dark Forest, the first Wildsmith book, has become a favourite read-aloud in homes and schools, with its fast-paced advenures, descriptive writing and environmental messages keeping children gripped and keen to read the other books in the series.
This month, we hear from author Liz Flanagan about the latest Wildsmith adventure, and the fourth book in the series, Magical Mountain Rescue.   Find out more from the author at ReadingZone. 

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Discussion prompts:

Have you ever had to move to a completely new place? How did it feel?

What would you do if you discovered a baby dragon in a forest?

Why does Rowan decide to rescue the baby dragon?

How do Grandpa and Arto help Rowan feel at home?

What does caring for the dragons teach Rowan about courage and kindness?

How do Rowan and her friends show teamwork?

If you found a baby magical creature, what would you do to help it?

Write a letter to Rowan giving her advice about being brave in a new place.

How did Rowan start as a stranger and become part of the forest family?

Why is teamwork important when protecting something you love?

What part of Rowan’s adventure felt most exciting or magical?

How did caring for dragons help Rowan learn about herself?

Would you want to visit the Dark Forest? What would you do there?

What new special talent might you have if you were a Wildsmith?

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Nature connection: Discuss real-world animal rescues and forest conservation. Compare dragons to endangered animals needing protection.

Art & creative writing: Design your own mythical creature—what special talents and care might it need?

🐲 A) Dragon Care Poster

Students draw a picture of the baby dragon and write (or draw) steps to care for it: feeding, warmth, safety.

📝 B) Rowan’s Daily Journal

Day 1 entry: Rowan’s first day at Grandpa’s. What does she see, smell, feel?

Later entry: After rescuing the dragon. How does Rowan feel? What does she hope for?

🎭 C) Forest Role‑Play

In small groups, act out scenes such as:

Finding a dragon egg.

Grandpa healing an injured animal.

Protecting the dragons from poachers.

Discuss each character’s feelings and how they help each other.

🌳 D) Magical Forest Map

Students create a simple map of the setting: city, forest, Grandpa’s house, poacher’s hideout.

Use symbols: a dragon icon for nests, wolf paw for Arto’s den, etc.

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When Veena’s family is forced to leave their home during the partition of India and Pakistan, they find themselves in an unfamiliar place without food, jobs, or a home. Veena decides that the best way she can help is by making food from home: roti. Even though the roti is different, she makes it with love and care; people appreciate her efforts. Eventually, her family finds a more permanent home, and Veena’s delicious roti come with them. The illustrations for the story are simple but show the deep emotions that are portrayed, from early fear to the comfort of familiar food and the joy and hope that comes with resilience. This story requires background context for those unfamiliar with partition and its upheaval and consequences. Though the picture book format may be a hard sell for them, this title is probably better suited to middle grade readers who will have some world history background knowledge for it to make sense.

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SOFT Roti/Chapati FOR BEGINNERS | DETAILED GUIDE On How To Make Indian Flatbread

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Video: TedEd "Why was India Split into two countries?"

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Why was India split into two countries? - Haimanti Roy

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The Real History of the Partition of India & Pakistan in Ms. Marvel

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What does your favorite meal remind you of? A family, a place, a holiday?

Why does Veena want to make rotis in the camp kitchen?

How does cooking help Veena’s family and the camp people feel better?

Have you ever helped someone by sharing something you love? What was it?

Why is food such a strong way to remember home?

How do small acts of generosity create hope?

Would you ever want to cook for others to help them feel better?

How does Veena show that food can be a form of kindness?

Do you think making food is a powerful way to help? Why or why not?

Which emotion—fear, hope, resilience—stood out most to you in Veena’s story?

How can small actions (like making food) bring light even during difficult times?

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🍽️ A) Roti Recipe Collage

Draw or cut and paste pictures or words that show the steps Veena takes to make roti: kneading, rolling, flipping, stacking.

📝 B) Veena’s Diary Entry

Entry 1: Before the journey—what smells, sounds, and feelings is Veena experiencing in her home?

Entry 2: In the refugee camp, offering to cook rotis—how does she feel helping others?

🎭 C) Role‑Play in the Kitchen

Act out a short scene: Veena helping in the camp kitchen.

One student is Veena, others are family or friends in the camp.

Pause to talk: What emotions does each person show? What does each character hope for?

🌍 D) Map & Emotion Chart

Use a simple map: Veena’s original home → the refugee camp → their new city (e.g. Delhi).

At each place, draw a symbol (heart, roti, tears) and a word describing Veena’s feelings: “happy,” “scared,” “helpful.”

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Chris Barton Presents Glitter Everywhere

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Glitter Everywhere   A Conversation with Chris Barton and Alyssa Mito Pusey

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How Glitter Is Made: The Sparkling Science Behind This Shiny Magic!

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Does everyone love glitter—or not? Why or why not?

Why do humans love shiny things?

How do glitter particles stick even when we don’t want them to?

What problems can glitter cause in nature?

How might new kinds of glitter be better for the planet?

Why do shiny insects and mica sparkle?

How would you “glitter mindfully”?

Should we keep using glitter if it can hurt animals and oceans?

Which type of glitter feels most exciting or scary to you—and why?

What are ways people can still sparkle without harming the planet?

What surprised you most about glitter’s history?

How could you use glitter in a way that cares for the environment?

Imagine a future craft using glow-in-the-dark or biodegradable sparkle—what might that look like?

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✂️ A) Glitter Journey Poster

Provide paper and coloring tools.

Divide the poster into three sections:

1. Natural glitter (e.g. beetles, mica)

2. Modern glitter (plastic, flitter)

3. Future sparkle (biodegradable glitter).

Students draw glitter examples and write one fun fact in each section.

🔍 B) Science Experiment: “Why Glitter Sticks”

In groups, sprinkle different glitter types (plastic glitter, biodegradable glitter sample if available) on materials (paper, skin, fabric).

Observe and record what sticks and discuss why it might happen.

🧪 C) Glitter Detective Notebook

Hand out notebook pages for journaling:

A “What sparkles?” list (nature, crafts, holidays).

A glossary mini‑dictionary for words like iridescent, microplastic, biodegradable.

A “What did I learn?” section about glitter facts.

🎭 D) Role Play: Tiny Glitter Voices

Divide students into 3 roles: a glitter speck, an insect wing, and a sea creature.

Act out a short scene where:

Glitter speck explains how it travels.

Insect wing tells what natural sparkle means.

Sea creature describes how microplastics affect them.

Pause for discussion: how would each feel?

Debate: Discuss fairness—if glitter is made from mica mined by child labor, what responsibility do we have as consumers?

Art & Language Arts: Create sparkly greeting cards using biodegradable glitter; write messages using glitter glue or colored pencils.

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Miguel Rosado wants nothing more than to see and draw the world... or, at least anywhere beyond the four walls of his family's bodega in Washington Heights. Too bad his mami and papi have him working long hours after school, hoping he'll appreciate the sacrifices they've made to keep the store afloat. For street-savvy and newly-adopted cat Lolo, that sounds just perfect if it means he's far, far away from the hungry, lonely nights he once spent in the freezing cold outdoors.

But when Miguel ditches his responsibilities and lies to his parents about joining art club, his dream of juggling it all comes crashing down. Lolo will have to decide if he's willing to be there for his new friend Miguel through anything-even venturing back into the frightful outdoors and busy New York City sidewalks. Can they trust each other enough to take on this adventure together?

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Bodega Cats In Their Own Words: Gus of Corona, Queens

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Do you have a pet? What do you like most about them?

What would you do if you found a hungry cat outside your home?

Why do you think Miguel decides to lie so he can join the art club?

How does Lolo show he is starting to trust his new home?

What kind things does Miguel do to help others at the bodega?

How do Miguel’s and Lolo’s stories help us understand both sides of friendship?

Imagine you found a neighborhood cat like Lolo. How would you help them feel welcome?

Was it ok for Miguel to lie? What could he have done differently?

How can a pet teach us something about being brave or kind?

How is Miguel’s bodega like a big family?

What did you like most about Miguel or Lolo?

What surprised you in their adventure?

How does having a pet help show friendship and trust?

If you wrote the next book in the series, what would happen to Miguel and Lolo next?

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Art & Storytelling: Read and share Miguel’s drawn comic panels in the book; then students can create their own panels inspired by Lolo.

Social & Emotional Learning (SEL): Discuss what it feels like to juggle hopes and responsibilities. How can we talk about dreams with people who care for us?

Community & Culture: Learn about Washington Heights: diverse neighborhoods, Latino families, bodegas. Share places kids feel connected to in their own communities.

🎨 A) Draw Your Super Cat Comic

Students sketch a short comic starring their pet or an imagined cat superhero like “Super Lolo.”

Include simple panels showing cat actions or emotions and maybe a small speech bubble.

✍️ B) Two Voices Journal

Write two short entries:

Miguel’s Entry: First day Miguel gets Lolo—what does he feel?

Lolo’s Entry: Lolo’s first night in the bodega—what does he notice and feel?

🎭 C) Role-Play a Scene

Act out a scene like Miguel convincing his parents, or Lolo chasing away another stray cat, or Miguel drawing in the store.

Stop after acting and ask: How did the character feel? What might they think next?

🗺️ D) Bodega Community Map

Draw a map of the bodega and neighborhood: label spots like the register, fridge, sidewalk, Miguel’s sketchbook spot.

Add emotion bubbles: “safe spot,” “work hard,” “dream place,” “scary outside.”

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Lily Halfmoon The Magic Gems by Xavier Bonet

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Lily Halfmoon The Magic Gems by Xavier Bonet

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Lily Halfmoon has just moved to the town of Piedraville. New house, new school and … new powers?

Surprise – Lily is a witch! She must learn magic, and find her animal guardian and gemstone, while keeping her new identity a secret.

Protecting the people of Piedraville from evil is no easy task. Especially when a dangerous creature is on the loose. Will Lily finally discover her gem's unique power with the help of her new friends, Gigi and Mai, all without attracting attention?

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Have you ever imagined having a special magical power?

What would your magical gem look like and do?

How do Gigi and Mai support Lily when she’s unsure about her powers?

Why must Lily promise to keep her gem and magic a secret?

How does Lily change from her first day to the end of the story?

Imagine you found a gem—what secret would come with it? Draw or write about what you’d do.

Friendship helps Lily in big ways—what would Lily’s adventure be like without Gigi and Mai?

How does keeping a secret feel, and why do you think Lily takes that pledge?

What other magical adventures might Lily and her school have next?

If you had a gem and guardian, what would they help you with?

How did Lily’s friendships and secret power help her grow?

Which part of the story made you feel excited, surprised, or happy—and why?

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Design Your Magic Gem

Printable #1: Gem Outline Template.

Students draw their own gem and describe its magical power. Write a short sentence: “My gem can…” and color it.

Animal Guardian Matching

Printable #2: Cards showing animals (fox, owl, dragon, etc.).

Students choose one as their guardian and write three traits it gives them (e.g., bravery, speed, kindness). Use in pairs to explain.

Comic Panel - First Spell

Printable #3: Blank 3-panel comic strip.

Draw Lily performing a first spell with her gem. Write dialogue or sound effects: “Glow!”, “Whoosh!”, etc., and show how she feels.

Witches’ Pledge Role‑Play

Read the pledge from Lily’s magic school:

“To protect those who cannot protect themselves… and to keep your powers a secret forever.”

Students choose lines and act them out.

Discuss meaning afterward.

Art & Design: Create a poster of the Gems Field Guide like in the book—list gem names and powers from the student created ones in the group.

SEL & Identity: Talk about your own hidden talents. Share something you’re good at but few know.

Creative Writing: Make up a short story where Lily’s power creates something helpful—like moonlight flowers or glow paths at night.

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Heroes come in all shapes, sizes, and species!

Growing up in Cambodia, Malen knew that dangers from a long-ago war lay hidden underground. Buried explosives forced her and many others to live, farm, and play in fear. As she got older, Malen learned how to use a metal detector to find and safely dispose of these landmines.

Five thousand miles away, in Tanzania, Magawa was also learning how to find landmines. But he didn’t need a metal detector—he had his nose. Magawa was a rat, and his smelling superpower and light weight helped him safely sniff out dangerous explosives.

After completing his training, Magawa joined Malen in Cambodia, and together they cleared more than a hundred landmines from fields all across the country. A fascinating true story with a hopeful ending and rich back matter from Scott Riley, author of The Floating Field, with Sambat Meas, a Cambodian deminer, and Cambodian American illustrator Huy Voun Lee.

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Book 1: Goldfish-Finger Book 2: The Boar Identity Book 3: Dr Nude Helena Hippo. June Bug. And Mole … Max Mole. They’re The Agency’s best trainees. No mission is too dangerous (or …

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Have you ever met someone (or an animal) who was unkind or grumpy?

How does it feel when someone says something mean to you?

Why is Gordon so mean at the start of the story?

How do you think Anthony felt handing Gordon that flower?

Have you ever said sorry after doing something not nice? How did that feel?

What might Gordon do next to show he’s changed?

Think about a time someone was kind to you when you needed it most. How did it change your day?

Write a letter from Gordon to Anthony saying what he felt when Anthony gave him the flower.

Why do you think Gordon acted mean? What might have made him feel better earlier?

How can one kind action help a lot of people?

What small bravery do you have the power to show today?

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Have you ever pretended to solve a mystery?

What makes a good spy team?

What funny gadget or spy moment made you laugh the most?

How do Max, Helena, and June help each other?

What does Max learn from trying again?

Would you want to be a spy with them? Why?

Create a super villian —what funny power would they have?

How do Max’s friends help him shine?

Does making mistakes prevent them from becoming a good spy? Why or why not?

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🌼 Kindness Flower Card

Draw a flower and write a kind message inside to someone in class.

Talk about how Anthony felt giving kindness to Gordon.

💭 “How I Feel” Thought Bubbles

Draw Gordon in the middle, then fill in thought bubbles with what he might have been feeling before and after kindness. Label emotions like “angry,” “surprised,” “sad,” “happy.”

🎬 Comic Strip—Before & After

Use a four‑panel strip:

Panels 1–2: Show Gordon being mean.

Panels 3–4: Show the moment Anthony gives the flower and Gordon’s reaction.

Add dialogue bubbles like “HONK!” or “Thank you?” to express change.

🤝 Role-Play Freeze Frame

In small groups, freeze in a ‘scene’ of Gordon being mean or receiving the flower.

Others guess what’s happening and how characters feel. Then, repeat as a ‘changed Gordon’ forgiving others.

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Wordplay & Language Arts: Collect puns from the book (e.g. fish-finger, toilet acronyms). Write your own spy pun.

Art & Design: Create your own spy agency logo like “TOILET”.

Teamwork & SEL: Talk about a time you tried again after messing up. What helped you?

🕵️ Create Your Spy Codename & Gadget

Printable #1: Codename Badge Template and Gadget Sketch Page.

Students invent their spy codename, draw a gadget (e.g. Plunger Grappler), and name it.

📝 Mission Log Journal

Create a Spy Journal Page.

Write as Max Mole after the mission:

“What went well?”,

“What could’ve gone better?”,

“What will I try next mission?”

🎭 Puppet‑Play Freeze Frame

Create Character Stick Puppets (Max, Helena, June, Goldfish-Finger).

Students act out a scene in freeze frame, then explain the scene and what each character might say or think.

Tech: Record the scene as a stop motion film!

🎨 Comic Panel Re‑Draw

Choose a favorite scene and re-draw it in your style—use speech bubbles, puns, and sound effects.