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Markku Wainman

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Aidan Nielsen

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Stories of Strength Throughout the junior division (as well as before and after), the sure and unfortunate truth is that students will be…

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Hope and Zova

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Liam McMullen

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Sam McDonald

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This collection focuses on children’s literature that encourages a love for the natural world and inspires young readers to be caretakers…

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Trystan Brodhagen

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Synopsis The author of the beloved One for the Murphys gives readers an emotionally-charged, uplifting novel that will speak to anyone who's ever thought there was something...

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Neurodiversity Novels for Students - Novels appropriate for grades 4 to 6 by Trystan B | This newsletter was created with Smore, an online tool for creating beautiful newsletters for educators, businesses and more

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Erin and Ed

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Isra and Areej

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Hayley Apted

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Brown and Cream Scrapbook Ancient History Infographic

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Joshua Shimizu

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Why focus on these books? This anthology is a collection of children’s literature that can be presented to junior learners to help…

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Tristan & Morgan

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Author: Jacqueline Davies

Genre: Fiction

Keywords: Sibling Rivalry, Collaboration, Problem-Solving

Summary:
The Lemonade War centers on siblings Evan and Jessie, who have very different personalities. Evan is good at making friends and navigating social situations, while Jessie, his younger sister, is a math prodigy but struggles with social interactions. Their sibling rivalry comes to a head when Jessie skips a grade, placing her in the same class as Evan. Feeling threatened and upset, Evan challenges Jessie to a lemonade stand competition, where the goal is to see who can earn the most money by the end of the summer.

As the competition heats up, their rivalry intensifies, with both siblings using their strengths-Jessie's math skills and Evan's social charm-to try and outdo each other. However, as the contest progresses, the tension between them leads to hurt feelings and misunderstandings. Eventually, Evan and Jessie realize that their competition is tearing them apart and that they must find a way to work together instead of against each other. The story highlights how teamwork, communication, and understanding can help resolve conflicts and strengthen relationships.

For the Junior Learner:
The Lemonade War highlights the importance of collaboration and communication, two critical life skills for junior learners. The relatable sibling rivalry and the focus on problem-solving make this book engaging for students in Grades 4-6. It teaches that competition can give way to cooperation when people work together to resolve differences.

Teaching Suggestions:
ACTIVITY 1: Battle of Ideas - Compete or Collaborate?
Organize a class debate where students argue for or against Evan and Jessie's decision to compete in the lemonade stand war. Some students can take Evan's side, arguing that competition can motivate growth, while others can take Jessie's side, arguing that collaboration is more effective.

Curriculum Connections

Specific Expectation(s)

B1.1 use effective listening skills, including understanding when to ask relevant questions and how to respond to the contributions of others in group discussions, and use these skills in formal and informal contexts and for various purposes.

D1.2 generate and develop ideas about various topics related to diversity, equity, and inclusion and to other subject areas, using a variety of strategies, and drawing on various resources, including their own lived experiences.
ACTIVITY 2: The Lemonade Stand Startup
Students work in pairs or small groups to develop a business idea for their own lemonade stand. They will design a logo, create a marketing strategy, and set prices. Then, they will pitch their ideas to the class with the teacher and peers acting as judges. Students are encouraged to be persuasive and creative in how they present their stand.
Curriculum Connections Specific Expectation(s)
A2.5 demonstrate an understanding of the interrelationships between form, message, and context of texts, the intended audience, and the purpose for production.

A2.6 select and use appropriate digital and media tools to support the design process and address authentic, relevant, real-world problems by developing innovative solutions

B1.4 identify and use oral and non-verbal communication strategies, including expression, gestures, and body language, and explain how these strategies help them understand or communicate ideas or meaning.

D1.3 use elements of design in art works to communicate ideas, messages, and understandings.

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Friendship & Collaboration - By: Tristan Hickey and Morgan Virgin by Tristan Hickey | This newsletter was created with Smore, an online tool for creating beautiful newsletters for educators, businesses and more

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Chiara and Rebecca

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Kiya Lamontagne

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Calista Payne

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Age-Appropriate Resource For The Junior Level Learner (Grade 4-6) This anthology is based on three excellent pieces of literature curated…

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Lucas and Mackenzie

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Why Focus on Books about Perseverance? We have decided to narrow our focus on books that emulate themes of overcoming adversity and…

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Ethan Costescu and Jacob Cuglietta

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Why focus on disability? Books surrounding disability provide diverse perspectives, representation, awareness, allow for critical…

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Agents of Change! Inspiring Students to Believe in their Power to Act for Good

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Agents of Change! Inspiring Students to Believe in their Power to Act for Good

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Kemunto Maranga

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The literary selections and activities outlined below aim to empower students, inspiring them to use their voices and abilities to stand…

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Hail Rioux and Emma Douglas

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Changing Perspectives

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Dear Teachers, In our constantly connected world, it can be easy for students to feel lost, scared, anxious or overwhelmed at any given…

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Jana PD

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Why should children read Roald Dahl’s novels? Roald Dahl is known for his incredible storytelling ability, descriptive writing and…

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Caitlin McKee

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Gratitude - a Literature Anthology for Young Learners by Caitlin McKee | This newsletter was created with Smore, an online tool for creating beautiful newsletters for educators, businesses and more

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Jaclyn Enchin

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These three books will inspire kids to think about social class and poverty differently. It will bring light that not all kids can afford…

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This literary anthology has been designed to deal with some of the most difficult subjects of the history of the 20th century:…

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Far Yet Close To Home- Alicia Banc and Sameeha Siddiqui

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Far Yet Close To Home- Alicia Banc and Sameeha Siddiqui

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The books selected for our literature Anthology all follow the same theme of immigrant and refugee stories with a focus on coming of age…