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Leadership Opportunities in the School Library
by G.L. Cronin Want to add more leadership opportunities for students? Consider the school library to encourage student involvement. Make it a privilege to participate: In our junior high school, only incoming eighth graders may become library leaders. Interested...
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Paying Attention to Progressions
by Jeff Barger Last August, I made a conscious decision to improve my eating and exercise habits. I made a goal to walk a set number of steps each day. After reaching the goal for several weeks, I added in...
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March Is the Month to Go Green
March ushers in the start of spring in the Northern Hemisphere, and with it, a sense of renewal as temperatures warm and new growth blooms. Along with all that growth, there’s plenty of green! If you’re looking for creative, engaging...
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Nonfiction Text Structures
by Jeff Barger How do you organize your closet? Are items organized by type or color or season? Knowing the organization pattern in a closet helps you locate your clothing. Knowing the organization pattern of a nonfiction text helps students...