Middle School English

Rafe isn't exactly considered a winner in Hills Village Middle School, to say the least, but everything's about to change: he's won a school-wide art competition, and the fabulous prize is getting to jet-set off to Australia for a whirlwind adventure! But Rafe soon finds that living in the Land Down Under is harder than he could've ever imagined; his host siblings are anything but welcoming, the burning temperatures are torturous and poisonous critters are ready to sting or eat him at every step.

Meet Ford Foghorn, a ten-year-old with a stinky secret: whenever he farts, he turns into a hideous monster! Get ready to laugh your pants off with Ford Foghorn, a ten-year-old boy with an extraordinary secret: whenever he farts, he transforms into a hideous monster! The Foghorn family is cursed with this bizarre affliction, and they’ve been on the run from the relentless Monster Chasers ever since. Life on the run is all Ford has ever known, thanks to the relentless Monster Chasers. But when his family lands in Mount Methane, things finally start looking up. Ford makes new friends who ...

Are you ready to embark on a journey through the remarkable achievements of African American men and women who have left an indelible mark on America and the world? “TEAR DOWN THE WALLS" is not just a play; it's a captivating exploration of the profound contributions made by African Americans across a spectrum of fields. From science to politics, law to sports, and the arts to entertainment, this production shines a spotlight on their outstanding accomplishments. Prepare to be moved by the touching portrayal of the struggles and triumphs that have shaped African American history. From the...

WHAT IF YOU COULD BE A DOCTOR AT FOURTEEN YEARS OLD? Connor Hansen officially became a doctor two days ago--along with all of his friends. They are child prodigies who were selected at just three years old to undergo intensive medical training as part of a groundbreaking new experiment called Kid Docs. While navigating his first days as an emergency room doctor, fourteen-year-old Connor will experience his first pangs of love (toward a fifteen-year-old obstetrician, Cassie), deal with his explosive older brother (a sixteen-year-old heart surgeon), and try to figure out why his friendship ...

A dark sky grumbled over the town of St. Francis, Louisiana. Storm clouds morphed overhead, dimming the sun. Crispy autumn leaves whooshed across the cemetery, while tall trees creaked in the wind. Among the headstones, crazy-eyed crows cawed, pecking the ground for earthworms. Some observed the comings and goings perched on gravestones. A booming crash of lightning sizzled to earth, piercing the ground with a loud CRACK. Moments later, a white fog ghosted into the air. Picked up by the wind, the mist quickly spread, and within moments, day turned into night. Alarmed by the sudden change in...

Congratulations! You are in middle school! Are you prepared for college? If you plan to attend college after high school, middle school is a great time to start preparing. Prepare for College: Middle School Checklist provides a checklist of important “things to do” during middle school. Quick and easy to read! Prepare for College: Middle School Checklist is for parents and students who want to know what they can do during middle school to prepare for college.

Help Your Students Develop Critical Skills Through Field Studies Field studies are considered by many to be the most powerful tool to teach the Critical Skills. A field study is a project conducted by a team of students to address a problem or issue in the “real world” under faculty supervision. They provide rigorous and learning rich experiences where students can practice and master their skills while working productively with an educational partner. Given the opportunity, virtually any student can participate and contribute as a field study team member. Field studies offer an ...

Seventh grader Estefania "Stef" Soto is itching to shake off the onion-and-cilantro embrace of Tia Perla, her family's taco truck. She wants nothing more than for her dad to get a normal job and for Tia Perla to be put out to pasture. It's no fun being known as the "Taco Queen" at school. But just when new city regulations are proposed, and her family's livelihood is threatened, she will have to become the truck's unlikely champion.

Eleven-year-old Tom was bit by a vampire, a werewolf, and a zombie right before the first day of middle school. It was a weird and crazy day. And the worst part? Even a Vam-Wolf-Zom needs to go to sixth grade. At least his neighbors and classmates seem to have accepted him. Annie even wants him to join her band!

Oh boy, oh boy, oh boy! I've been waiting for ages to tell my story, and now it's finally happening! Being Rafe's dog isn't always easy, but it is always EXCITING! I've got so much to tell you about: How I protect the yard from birds, raccoons, squirrels, raccoons, mail carriers...and did I mention RACCOONS? These were all the most paw-some parts of my doggie life—until the evil Mrs. Stricker threatened to send me back to the pound if I didn't learn to behave. Now Rafe and I have to go to obedience school and win the trophy for Best Trained Dog...or else!

Book 1: THE PARTY INVITATION! Middle school was supposed to be simple: survive classes, avoid humiliation, and maybe not trip over your own feet. But for eleven-year-old Avery, it’s more like a reality show called Surviving Middle School: Awkward Edition. With her besties Claire and Ellie dishing out constant warnings about her life choices, Avery is just trying to dodge gym class disasters, keep her locker shut, and avoid the cafeteria pizza (which might be alive). Then, the unthinkable happens—she gets invited to the birthday party. Not just any party, but Mackenzie Harper’s, the ...

Boots On The Block By Kyri Demby When Bentley, a carefree middle schooler from Pleasure Ridge Park, suddenly falls ill, his best friend De’Shawn—sharp, curious, and from the quieter suburbs of St. Matthews—can’t shake the feeling that something more than cafeteria mystery meat is to blame. What begins as a worried Google search quickly turns into a deep dive into environmental justice, exposing the hidden dangers of aging pipes, chemical spills, and forgotten neighborhoods. Together, the two unlikely heroes form PRP Water Watch, a grassroots movement powered by research, resilience,...

Find out why girls are raving about Lola! An exhilarating and heartfelt story of adventure and intrigue, The Adventures of Lola proves you don’t have to stick to the status quo to save the day. Written with wit and gripping insight into what it takes for young individuals to stand up for what is right, The Adventures of Lola is dazzling in its magic and excitement. To thirteen-year-old Lola, the world is not a very magical place. She often gets in trouble, whether it’s with her parents, who find her rich imagination a bit tiresome, or at school, where the teachers see her as being far ...

Strange things are happening at Lovecraft Middle School. Rats are leaping from lockers. Students are disappearing. The school library is a labyrinth of secret corridors. And the science teacher is acting very peculiar - in fact, he just might be a monster-in-disguise. Twelve-year-old Robert Arthur knew that seventh grade was going to be weird, but this is ridiculous! Professor Gargoyle (Volume I in the Tales from Lovecraft Middle School series) is full of bizarre beasts, strange mysteries, and nonstop adventure.

***Will one unexpected summer show Sara a new way to see the world—and herself?*** Sara is all set for the best summer of her life—a dream trip to Paris awaits her! But when plans change unexpectedly, she finds herself volunteering at the Kind Spirit Sanctuary instead, where she learns far more than she ever imagined. Amidst hilarious mishaps and eye-opening experiences, Sara meets animals with remarkable stories and makes friends who share her passion for kindness and change. She finally realizes her summer will be anything but ordinary, but never expects it to test her courage in ways...

Parents who are deeply invested in their children's education can be hard on themselves and their kids. When exhausted parents are living the day-to-day grind, it can seem impossible to muster enough energy to make learning fun or interesting. Author Julie Bogart distills decades of experience - homeschooling her five now grown children, developing curricula, and training homeschooling families around the world - to teach parents how to make education an exciting, even enchanting, experience for their kids, whether they're in elementary or high school.

Hey, what happened to my dog? Did you eat it? Where'd it go? And what's with all that juicy stuff around your lips? Okay, pal, we better talk this out. You can read the rest of the story to find out what happens. Approximately 1,100 words and 10 pictures.

Did you always think that zombies were just made up to scare people? So did Tyler Bowers until his town was overrun by them. It is now up to him, his robot best friend Rob, and their martial arts expert friend, Kate, to save the town. Will they succeed in finding the source of the outbreak or will they too become the living dead? This story is a funny adventure that is engaging for children, middle school students, and grown-ups too! Check out The Undercover Brothers: Skateboard Spies (Prequel Story) to find out how it all began.

Get ready for a hilarious, fart-filled adventure with Ford Foghorn in *The Fart Activated Monster: The Hunt For Blue Blob. This action-packed series will leave young readers laughing out loud and begging for more. Ford Foghorn is still getting used to his new life as a Fart Activated Monster. During a camping trip with the Boy Scouts on Mount Methane, he accidentally eats a bowl of chili beans, sending his fart gas into overdrive. When Ford transforms into his blue monster form, his friends mistake him for the legendary Blue Blob Monster. As the Scouts turn into a lynch mob, Ford must find ...

Help your pre-teen thrive in middle school without the overwhelm! Is your student anxious about the transition to middle school? Are they worried about juggling academics, balancing social pressures, and building confidence? Looking for a practical guide that offers support and boosts self-esteem? Survive and Thrive in Middle School is here to help. Middle school doesn't have to be a confusing or stressful experience.