Calling all teachers!

Are you looking for evidence that students can transfer what they have learned in the Read Side by Side Reading Program to the format of your state test?

Good news! We now have unit 1 assessments available for piloting and we hope you will participate!

To get started:

1. Download the assessment for your grade-level.

2. Give the assessment to students at the end of unit 1.

3. Score the assessment.

4. Complete the survey.

We will use the results of the survey to make adjustments and roll-out assessments for the remaining units in the program.

Spooky books to share with your readers! 

Classroom Book Box Titles

Bunnicula

The Monroes adopt a new pet with unusual behaviors. Harold the dog and Chester the cat must  uncover the truth before it is too late!

This title is in the 3.1 book box.

Jennifer Murdley's Toad

After visiting a magic shop, Jennifer comes home with a very ugly toad. Soon Jennifer finds herself in the worst trouble of her life!

This title is in the 4.1 book box.

Nightmare Mountain

 A mysterious coma, a kidnapping, an avalanche, and a desperate attempt to survive make this book impossible to put down!

This title is in the 5.1 book box.

What Were the Salem Witch Trials?

Something wicked is brewing in the small town of Salem, Massachusetts in 1892!

This title is in the 6.1 book box.

Volume 3: Rescuer Archetype

Students will be captivated by the Newberry Honor book All Thirteen: The Incredible Cave Rescue of the Thai Boys' Soccer Team. Then students will be matched to one of three rescue stories in book club:

• Mrs. Frisby and the Rats of NIMH,

• One Wrong Step, or
• Harriet Tubman.

Volume 4: Survivor Archetype

This unit is now in production!

All students will enjoy the classic story The Call of the Wild, then be matched to one of three titles in book clubs:

• Island of the Blue Dolphins,
• The True Confessions of Charlotte Doyle, or
• The Incredible Journey.

Take a class in October! 

Deep Dive: Assessments 

1.5 hours

This class is for teachers and administrators looking to expand their understanding of assessments in the program.

Do you know a school interested in a novel based program?

The Read Side by Side Reading Program raises motivation and achievement for middle grade readers! We'd love to share more and provide a sample kit!

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