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Picture books for middle school? Shouldn’t older students have moved on from picture books years ago? Not necessarily. Many of the best living picture books include amazing stories with rich language that big kids are finally able to read and enjoy on their own. Additionally, some of the picture books we have on our shelves do a beautiful job of introducing kids to serious topics – like war or racism. And I purposely tend to hold these back until my kids are old enough to handle the emotional content. Even with books that don’t cover heavy topics, there are many...

 About the BookBook: If You Really Knew MeAuthor: Alison CheahGenre: Middle Grade FictionRelease date: December, 2021Tommy is glad of friendships which make him forget the situation at home. His father’s illness makes his behavior so unpredictable that the whole family must tip-toe around him for fear of becoming the butt of his anger.Elise wishes her twin sister didn’t think being champion swimmers was an adequate goal for their lives. She has her own dreams to fulfil.Carrie hides a secret, avoiding other students so nobody will ever find it out. But Tommy and Elise both look to Carrie to save them from their situations.Until she...

Welcome to New York ... University’s commencement speaker, Taylor Swift.  The 32-year-old singer-songwriter delivered a heartwarming speech for NYU’s graduating classes during the 2022 ceremony on Wednesday, where she also received an honorary doctor of fine arts degree.  “Last time I was in a stadium this size, I was dancing in heels and wearing a glittery leotard. This outfit is much more comfortable,” she joked in her opening remarks while dressed in the school’s violet graduation attire. “I am 90% sure I am here because I have a song called 22.” Before she took the stage at Yankee Stadium, Taylor shared a...

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Take your learn about famous scientists for kids to the next level with these free printable science notebooking pages. Simply print, research, and write down the important facts about these scientist names and their inventions. This free scientists for kids printable is perfect to use with kindergarten, first grade, 2nd grade, 3rd grade, 4th grade, 5th […] The post FREE Printable Famous Scientists and their Inventions Notebook Pages appeared first on 123 Homeschool 4 Me.