Tag Archives: Surviving Southside series

Quick Picks–they’re easy to read and you can’t put them down

Posted on October 11, 2012 by Victoria Waddle

The book summaries are from the publishers–book flaps, etc. Just Another Hero by Sharon Draper (third in series–The battle of Jericho and November Blues) As Kofi, Arielle, Dana, November, and Jericho face personal challenges during their last year of high … Continue reading →

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Surviving Southside

Posted on November 30, 2011 by Victoria Waddle

  Finally! Some good, interesting books for high school students who are learning to read or improving their reading skills. I’ve mentioned that we’ve been buying these books. Well, now most of them are here. I plan to post about … Continue reading →

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New Series–Quick Reads

Posted on November 2, 2011 by Victoria Waddle

Two New Series  I’m always on the lookout for books that appeal to teens who are English learners. Unfortunately, they aren’t always easy to find. Most books written at a reading level that challenges you and pushes your reading skills … Continue reading →

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