Opening New Chapters: The Power of the Novel Study

Did you know that 3rd - 5th graders have the opportunity to engage in novel studies through the CKLA curriculum? These Novel Study Units are where "learning to read" transforms into "loving to read." By diving deep into these specific titles, our students are building more than just literacy—they’re building character:

- Stella Díaz Has Something to Say: Students are finding their own "inner starfish" as they learn about confidence, identity, and the bravery it takes to speak up.

- The Seasons of Styx Malone: This adventure pushes kids to analyze loyalty and friendship, weighing the thrill of the "extraordinary" against the value of home.

- The Science of Breakable Things: A beautiful look at using the scientific method to understand empathy and hope, connecting lab reports to real-life emotions.

The Big Benefit: Novel studies build reading stamina and critical thinking. Instead of just skimming, students learn to track complex themes and see the world through a new lens.

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WE ARE ONE. Congratulations to our Students of the Week!

WE ARE PROUD. Shout out to our Student of the Month in April, Taliya, and our TCC Trojan Girls Soccer Team for celebrating her at their soccer game this evening!

WE ARE ONE. We had a special guest visit our Wheel Spin, State Representative Roth, today! Thank you for joining us, cheering us on, and learning more about our Roadrunner family!

WE ARE PROUD. Congratulations to our Students of the Week this week!

WE ARE MULTILINGUAL. We celebrated our Multilingual Students during a special breakfast this morning! Thank you to Mrs. Nikki for organizing such a wonderful event for students and families!

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We are scientists. Mrs. Mapes' class experimented with shadows for our light and sound unit. Students had so much fun making shadow puppets this morning!

We are fun. Mrs. Mapes' class made homemade salsa to celebrate the end of our Starla Diaz unit. Students measured out all the ingredients on their own! So much fun!

We are one. Thank you to our Kids Hope Volunteers for another great year of mentorship and fun!

We are scholars. Mrs. Miller's class learned about the layers of the earth in knowledge during their CKLA block and had the perfect snack to go along with it!

We are proud. Congratulations to our students of the month and house of the month, House Huron!

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We are one. Congratulations to our students of the week this week!

We are fun. Mrs. Miller and Mrs. Thomas' classes celebrated the end of their American Revolution CKLA Unit with a "Boston Tea Party," today!

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We are one. Here are a few 📸 from our Roadrunners in Mrs. Szabo and Mrs. Varnum's room!