Parent Resources

How to Motivate a Middle School ReaderHaving trouble getting older kids to pick up a book that's not assigned in school? Try these six tips to help them discover excitement on the page. Advice from Common Sense Media editors.

Beginning November 29th, students will be reading the National Book Award finalist When Stars Are Scattered. This graphic novel memoir is an incredible true story of heartbreak and hope. The novel will also be a springboard for additional research on refugees and culminate in student writing.

2021 Crocker Summer Reading Recs

Crocker's Summer Reading List 2021:

Yes, we know summer is over, but this remains a GREAT list of recommended books your middle schooler may enjoy. All of these books are available in the Crocker library! Students are able to visit the library during lunch every day, and they can check out as many books as they'd like (and are able to be responsible for!).

Reader's Workshop: READING STRATEGIES

Reader's workshop:

READING STRATEGY PRACTICE

Take a look at the skills we are working on in English class.

San Mateo County Reads book for 2021: Black Brother, Black Brother by Jewell Parker Rhodes. Talk to your child about joining the conversation! Ms. Gilchrist has copies of the book for any student interested in the book discussion.

San Mateo County Reads 2021 Theme: GOOD TROUBLE Transformative change requires grit, perseverance and hope. With the non-violent principles of Martin Luther King, Jr. in his heart, John Lewis led the fight for voting rights, believing them to be a precious commodity. Lewis stated, “When you see something that is not

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