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Top Trending Titles from the September/October Flyer

Fall into reading with Book Clubs! The first flyer of the school year is here and starting off strong. Filled with spooktacular reads and value-priced favourites, shop the fall flyer…

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Scholastic Book Clubs • October 3, 2024 TopicsBook Clubs books Fall flyer October parents teachers

Every Child Matters

September 30th marks Orange Shirt Day, also known as the National Day for Truth and Reconciliation. Each year, we wear orange to honour the survivors of residential schools, as well…

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Scholastic Book Clubs • September 30, 2024 TopicsBook Clubs Book Fairs Indigenous Stories Indigenous Voices National Day for Truth and Reconciliation parents September teachers

Fall into Reading!

It’s time for cooler weather, colourful leaves, and fall-themed reads! Fall into reading with these seasonal picks now available on Book Clubs. There Was an Old Lady Who Swallowed Some…

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Scholastic Book Clubs • September 23, 2024 TopicsBook Clubs Book Fairs books Fall Halloween reading September

Our Fall Flyer Is Here!

The first Book Clubs flyer of the new school year just dropped! Featuring new Fall-themed favourites and spooktacular reads for Halloween, it’s filled with must-have books and can’t-miss prices that…

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Scholastic Book Clubs • September 11, 2024 TopicsBook Clubs books Fall flyer Halloween parents reading September

Book Fair Bookjoy Incoming!

A new school year means the Book Fair is right around the corner! It’s time to get excited about inspiring bolder, prouder, stronger readers in your community… and raising funds…

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Scholastic Book Fairs • September 6, 2024 TopicsBook Fairs chairpeople chairperson September teachers

4 Expert-Approved Ways to Start the School Year Strong

One week, your kids are spending all day at the pool (and running through the house dripping wet). Next, they’re sitting politely in class soaking up knowledge about dinosaurs, volcanoes,…

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Scholastic Parents Staff • August 28, 2024 TopicsAugust back to school families parents teachers

Welcome Back, Teachers!

The school year is about to begin, and Scholastic Book Clubs is here to help your classroom fall into reading with books at can’t-miss prices!  We see you always going…

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Scholastic Book Clubs • August 22, 2024 TopicsAugust back to school Book Clubs classroom flyer flyers memo teachers

7 Tips to Prepare for the First Days of School

Whether your child is just beginning kindergarten or starting a new grade as a returning student, there’s lots to be done to prepare for the year ahead, including checking in…

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Scholastic Parents Staff • August 21, 2024 TopicsAugust Book Clubs Book Fairs families First Day of School parents

The Book List: First Day of School

Whether you have a growing reader entering a new grade, or a first-timer entering Pre-K or Kindergarten, going back to school is an adjustment for the whole family. Introduce new…

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Scholastic Book Clubs • August 14, 2024 TopicsAugust back to school Book Clubs Book Fairs books First Day of School reading

Thank You From Book Clubs!

As the school year comes to a close, we want to say thank you for everything you’ve done to keep your students and children engaged, motivated and excited to keep…

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Scholastic Book Clubs • June 27, 2024 TopicsBook Clubs families June teachers

That’s A Wrap on This Year’s Book Fairs!

Thank you for a great year of getting books into the hands of young readers! We know you’ve worked so hard to ensure your Fairs brought Bookjoy to every student!…

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Scholastic Book Fairs • June 26, 2024 TopicsBook Fairs chairpeople chairperson families June teachers

Summer Reading Starts Here

Summer is officially here and it’s time to dive into reading and imagination with a new book list! Start your summer reading list early with these seasonal picks featuring new…

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Scholastic Book Clubs • June 21, 2024 TopicsBook Clubs Book Fairs books June reading summer

The Book List: Pride Month

This June, we celebrate love, acceptance and the vibrant spectrum of identities that make our world beautiful with Pride Month. Join us as we dive into the rainbow of colours,…

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Scholastic Book Clubs • June 7, 2024 TopicsBook Clubs Book Fairs books June LGBTQIA2S+ Experiences Pride Month

Top Trending Titles from the May/June Flyer

Dive into summer reading with Book Clubs! The last flyer of the year is here, filled with must-have titles, binge-worthy beach reads and so much more! Check out what’s at…

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Scholastic Book Clubs • June 4, 2024 TopicsBook Clubs books flyer flyers June parents summer teachers

The Book List: Father’s Day

Dad’s day is coming! Sit down with dad and make room on your bookshelf with one of these Father’s Day themed titles. Dad, I Love You! A touching picture book…

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Scholastic Book Clubs • June 3, 2024 TopicsBook Clubs Book Fairs books families Father’s Day June reading

Honouring Indigenous History

During the month of June, we recognize the history, resilience and diversity of Indigenous Peoples in Canada. Introduce, celebrate and honour the voices and experiences of the Indigenous communities with…

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Scholastic Book Clubs • May 31, 2024 TopicsBook Clubs Book Fairs Indigenous Stories Indigenous Voices June National Indigenous History Month parents teachers

The Book List: Graduation

Graduation season is almost here! Celebrate next steps with these timeless titles for little ones graduating preschool or kindergarten, and even big kids finishing middle school, high school or university….

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Scholastic Book Clubs • May 27, 2024 TopicsBook Clubs Book Fairs books graduation June parents reading teachers

The Book List: Mental Health Week

This week is Mental Health Week in Canada. Mental health can look different for everyone, and sometimes it may be a difficult topic to discuss, especially with children. It’s important…

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Scholastic Book Clubs • May 7, 2024 TopicsBook Clubs Book Fairs books May Mental Health Week reading

5 Morning Mindfulness Activities for Students

Teaching mindfulness to your students can have a positive impact on their daily life and overall well-being. Mindfulness activities, like guided meditations and breathing exercises, can help reduce stress, enhance…

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Scholastic Editors • May 6, 2024 Topicsactivities Book Clubs classroom May mindfulness teachers

Celebrate Asian Voices

This May, we celebrate Asian Heritage Month — an opportunity for us to reflect on and learn more about Asian heritage around the world. Join us in celebrating Asian Heritage…

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Scholastic Book Clubs • May 1, 2024 TopicsAsian Heritage Month Asian Stories Asian Voices Book Clubs families May teachers

The Book List: Mother’s Day

It’s almost time to celebrate Mom! Spend some quality time with mom, plus a good book with one of these Mother’s Day themed titles! Merci, maman! A heart-warming, funny picture…

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Scholastic Book Clubs • May 1, 2024 TopicsBook Clubs Book Fairs books families May Mother's Day reading

Books to Read for International Dance Day

Feel the rhythm, and dance to the beat. From ballet and tap to Pow Wow, share the joy of dance and reading with these fun-filled stories for International Dance Day!…

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Scholastic Book Clubs • April 29, 2024 TopicsApril Book Clubs Book Fairs books dance International Dance Day reading Spring

The Book List: Earth Day

Today, we celebrate Earth Day and the importance of protecting and preserving our planet. Here are just some of our favourite books for young readers that show just how beautiful…

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Scholastic Book Clubs • April 22, 2024 TopicsApril Book Clubs Book Fairs books Earth Day reading Spring

Stories for Siblings

It’s Siblings Day! Honour your special sibling bond and spend quality time with your sibling by reading a new book! Check out our sibling-themed picks to enjoy with your brothers…

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Scholastic Book Clubs • April 10, 2024 TopicsApril Book Clubs Book Fairs books families reading siblings Spring

Nutshimit Live on Storyvoice with Melissa Mollen Dupuis!

On Tuesday May 7th at 2pm ET, join Melissa Mollen Dupuis, author of bestselling book Nutshimit: In the Woods, for a live read-aloud on Storyvoice–in English and French! Make it…

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Scholastic Book Clubs • April 5, 2024 TopicsApril Book Clubs Book Fairs classroom Nutshimit Storyvoice teachers

Top Trending Titles from the March/April Flyer

Power up with reading! The latest Scholastic Book Clubs flyer is now available, and features great new titles and spring-themed stories for every age. Check out what kids are loving…

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Scholastic Book Clubs • April 1, 2024 TopicsApril Book Clubs books flyers parents Spring teachers

Spring into Reading!

Spring has sprung, and new reads are on the horizon. Give your classroom or at-home library a refresh with these great Spring-themed stories that all ages will love! Help your…

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Scholastic Book Clubs • March 19, 2024 TopicsBook Clubs Book Fairs books March reading Spring

The Book List: Easter

Give the gift of reading and fun-filled stories in your child’s gift basket, and start a new tradition with Easter-themed books! From beloved characters to brand new adventures, find a…

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Scholastic Book Clubs • March 18, 2024 TopicsBook Clubs Book Fairs books Easter March reading Spring

Ramadan for Young Readers

Explore culture and diversity with children, and learn about the tradition of Ramadan! Introduce your young ones to new celebrations with easy-to-read and heartwarming stories. What is Ramadan? On the…

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Scholastic Book Clubs • March 11, 2024 TopicsBook Clubs Book Fairs books Eid al-fitr families March Ramadan

Inspiring Stories for International Women’s Day

March 8th marks International Women’s Day. In celebration, we want to highlight some of the stories, strength, and incredible achievements of women throughout history all around the world. Get inspired…

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Scholastic Book Clubs • March 4, 2024 TopicsBook Clubs Book Fairs books International Women's Day March

Things To Do This March Break

March Break is days away, and it’s time to start thinking about some suggestions of things your kids can do during their time at home. Help kids make the most…

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Scholastic Book Clubs • February 29, 2024 TopicsBook Clubs Book Fairs families March March Break Spring Break

Books to Read for Family Day

Bring the family together and support a life-long love of reading! This Family Day, help build fluency, sharpen comprehension and expand vocabularies by reading aloud to and with your kids….

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Scholastic Book Clubs • February 12, 2024 TopicsBook Clubs families family Family Day February teachers

The Book List: Lunar New Year

Lunar New Year marks the arrival of Spring and a time to honour our ancestors. Teaching the importance and celebration of family and familial roots is what makes cultural holidays…

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Scholastic Book Clubs • February 8, 2024 TopicsBook Clubs families February Lunar New Year teachers

Scholastic Announces Storyvoice Spring Schedule of Live, Interactive Read-Aloud Events

Today, Scholastic announced the full spring schedule of programming from Storyvoice, the Company’s digital home of live read alouds. A free, online destination hosting weekly interactive events with award-winning authors…

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Priyanka Godbole • February 7, 2024 TopicsBook Clubs families February Storyvoice teachers World Read Aloud Day

The Book List: Valentine’s Day

Spread the Bookjoy love this Valentine’s Day with some of our newest picks! Featuring kid-favourite characters and heartfelt stories, what better way to spend time with your little ones than…

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Scholastic Book Clubs • February 2, 2024 TopicsBook Clubs families February teachers Valentine's Day

Share Black Stories

This February, we are excited to celebrate Black voices with books that centres around Black lives, Black joy, and Black stories that are sure to resonate far beyond a single…

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Scholastic Book Clubs • February 1, 2024 TopicsBlack History Month Black voices Book Clubs families February Share Black Stories teachers

What’s New with Clubs

At Scholastic Book Clubs, we’re stepping out with upgrades to help teachers connect kids and their families to the pure joy of reading. A new year brings fresh possibilities, exciting…

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Scholastic Parents Staff • January 5, 2024 TopicsBook Clubs January teachers

8 Reading Resolutions That Give Meaning and Purpose to Reading

As we approach the New Year, it’s time to start thinking about resolutions and how you can help your students achieve their 2024 goals. Typically, “read more books” is at…

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Scholastic Editors • January 3, 2024 TopicsBook Clubs Book Fairs January New Year reading resolutions teachers

Fall Fair Round-Up

Try these fun ways to incorporate literacy into the magic and anticipation of the holidays with your child. As the 2023 year winds down, we’re taking a look back at…

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Scholastic Book Fairs • December 5, 2023 TopicsBook Fairs December

Winter Reading Challenge for Kids of All Ages

Reading enlivens the spirit of the season! Embark on a magical reading adventure with 25 fun challenges for the whole family. Winter is upon us! Celebrate the magic of the…

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Scholastic Parents Staff • December 1, 2023 TopicsBook Clubs Book Fairs December reading reading challenge winter

4 Holiday Reading Traditions

Try these fun ways to incorporate literacy into the magic and anticipation of the holidays with your child. The holiday season is one of the best times of the year!…

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Scholastic Parents Staff • November 20, 2023 TopicsBook Clubs Book Fairs families holidays November reading

Scholastic Book Fairs: Book Resources

Meet the books kids can’t wait to read. All about the books Get shoppers psyched for the Fair when you introduce them to this season’s newest books. Give students, families,…

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Scholastic Book Fairs • November 13, 2023 TopicsBook Fairs chairpeople November reading teachers

Establish a Magical and Budget-Friendly Holiday Reading Routine

These heartwarming read-aloud stories will delight your young reader! Amidst all the concerts, entertaining, and gift giving that the holidays can bring, most of the time, it’s nice to skip…

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Scholastic Parents Staff • November 6, 2023 TopicsBook Clubs Book Fairs families holidays November reading

Scholastic Book Clubs: November Classroom Activities

Hype up winter reading and festive vibes in your classroom with just-for-Clubs fun and games. Book Clubs Classroom Poster Activity Countdown the days to holiday vacay—and spruce up your classroom…

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Scholastic Book Clubs • October 31, 2023 TopicsBook Clubs holidays November reading teachers

12 Books to Inspire Your Halloween Costume

Looking for Halloween costume inspiration based on your readers’ favourite characters? You can always find inspiration in a book! We’ve rounded up a few books based on beloved characters, to…

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Mackenzie Cutruzzula • October 11, 2023 TopicsBook Clubs Book Fairs Halloween October parents

Scholastic Book Clubs: Class Trip Contest

We are so excited to celebrate Robert Munsch’s latest picture book, Class Trip. Long before he started writing books, Robert Munsch was a storyteller. The first time he told his…

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Scholastic Book Clubs • September 27, 2023 Topicsback to school Book Clubs September teachers

Book Fair Chair’s Promo Guide

Spread the word: these ready-to-use resources let your school know Book Fair fun is about to drop! Talk it up, spread the word, bang the drum! Promoting your school’s Fair…

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Scholastic Book Fairs • September 27, 2023 TopicsBook Fairs chairpeople promotion

3 Tricks to Show Kids That Reading is a Treat

Turn “have-to-read” chills into “want-to-read” thrills. Some students would rather clean their rooms AND spend five nights at Freddy’s than to Ever. Have to read. An assigned book. So how…

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Scholastic Book Clubs • September 27, 2023 TopicsBook Clubs Book Fairs October parents reading

Authors and Illustrators Read to Your Class Live on Storyvoice

Storyvoice is Scholastic’s new home for live author events. Awesome authors like R.L. Stine, Lauren Tarshis, and Peter H. Reynolds read aloud to your students, who follow along in a…

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• September 20, 2023 Topicsback to school Book Clubs Book Fairs Storyvoice teachers

5 Ways Storage Bins Can Keep Your Classroom Organized All Year Long

Storage bins aren’t just for keeping your library neat and tidy—they’re a must-have tool for keeping the rest of your classroom organized, too! When it comes to organizing your classroom—and…

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Scholastic Editors • September 19, 2023 Topicsback to school Book Clubs classroom September teachers

Bulletin Boards to Keep Your Class On Track

These top picks will bring out your classroom’s unique personality. When it comes to decorating your classroom for the year, few things are as effective and memorable as the right…

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Scholastic Editors • September 13, 2023 Topicsback to school Book Clubs classroom September teachers

New Releases to Add to Your Classroom Library

The first day of school is filled with possibility, promise, and maybe a little worry. As we head into a brand-new school year, help your students reignite their drive to…

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Scholastic Book Clubs • September 8, 2023 Topicsback to school Book Clubs classroom September teachers

Save on Back-to-School Classroom Supplies for Teachers

These tips will help you organize and decorate your classroom for less. With back-to-school season in full swing, you don’t have to break the bank to replenish your classroom supplies….

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Scholastic Editors • August 31, 2023 Topicsback to school Book Clubs classroom September teachers

Tips for Organizing Your Classroom at the Beginning of the School Year

Maximize your classroom in the new school year with first-rate classroom organization. Every teacher knows that an incredible amount of material accumulates during the school year, and classrooms can quickly…

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Scholastic Editors • August 31, 2023 Topicsback to school Book Clubs classroom September teachers

How to Talk to Kids About the First Day of School

The first day of school is filled with possibility, promise, and maybe a little worry. Whether your child is entering kindergarten or a new grade as a returning student, the…

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Scholastic Book Clubs • August 31, 2023 Topicsback to school Book Clubs September teachers

5 Easy Ways to Kick off Your Classroom Book Club

Congrats on joining the Club! We’re psyched you’re here, helping connect kids to the stories and characters they love. By now you’ve handed out the flyers to your students so…

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Scholastic Book Clubs • August 31, 2023 Topicsback to school Book Clubs September teachers

Get Ready for Dav Pilkey’s New Cat Kid Comic Club Book

Cool news alert! A new graphic novel from Dog Man creator Dav Pilkey… CAT KID COMIC CLUB: INFLUENCERS is coming November 28, 2023! Here’s your first look at the cover!…

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Guest Blogger • August 23, 2023 TopicsBook Clubs Book Fairs Dav Pilkey

Honouring National Indigenous History Month 2023

In June, we celebrate National Indigenous History Month to recognize and honour the rich history, heritage, resilience, and diversity of Indigenous peoples. You can explore Reading Club’s National Indigenous History…

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Guest Blogger • June 8, 2023 TopicsBook Clubs Book Fairs books June National Indigenous History Month

Read With Pride 2023

Originally published by On Our Minds on May 31, 2023Versioned for Scholastic Canada This June, we are proud to celebrate LGBTQIA+ Pride Month with new and award-winning books for kids…

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Guest Blogger • June 6, 2023 TopicsBook Clubs Book Fairs books June Pride Month

7 Picture Books That Make Perfect Graduation Gifts

Originally published by On Our Minds on June 14, 2022Versioned for Scholastic Canada Graduation season is just around the corner! Whether you have a little one who is graduating from…

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Guest Blogger • May 23, 2023 TopicsBook Clubs Book Fairs books graduation June parents teachers

Tips & Tricks for Boosting Your Reading Club Classroom Order

We recently reintroduced shipping orders to the classroom. Teachers and families told us that the ship to home minimum was difficult for families to reach and they longed for the…

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Avery Hellas • May 2, 2023 Topics2023 Book Clubs classroom flyers May teachers

Classrooms Care Thank-You

Thanks to the help of classrooms across Canada, we have reached our goal of donating 100,000 books to children who need them most. It’s because of classrooms across Canada that…

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Avery Hellas • April 28, 2023 Topics2023 April Book Clubs Book Fairs Classrooms Care

10 Books to Read for Earth Day 2023

Originally published by On Our Minds on April 21, 2020 Versioned for Scholastic Canada Every year on April 22, we celebrate Earth Day to show support for protecting and preserving…

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Guest Blogger • April 10, 2023 Topics2023 April Book Clubs Book Fairs books Earth Day picture books

Scholastic Reading Club Flyer Reveal: April Showers Bring May Readers

Here are some of their favourites from the Scholastic Reading Club April flyer (visit scholastic.ca/readingclub to start shopping). Featured for Pre-Kindergarten Ivy the Very Determined Dog by Maureen & Chris…

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Avery Hellas • April 5, 2023 TopicsApril Book Clubs books flyers parents series teachers

Girls to the Rescue: 3 Graphic Novels that Star Women in Epic Sagas

Originally published by On Our Minds on March 7, 2019Versioned for Scholastic Canada Girls to the rescue! Today we are celebrating women as heroes, by highlighting three graphic novels that…

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Guest Blogger • March 3, 2023 TopicsBook Clubs Book Fairs books graphic novels International Women's Day March

Hands-On Fun for March Break with Klutz!

At Klutz, we believe in the power of play and there’s no better time to explore and get creative than summertime! Klutz craft kits are perfect for kids to play…

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Avery Hellas • February 28, 2023 TopicsBook Clubs Book Fairs March March Break Spring Break

Honouring Women in History

We’re celebrating International Women’s Day with books that highlight the social, economic, cultural, and political achievements of women in Canada and across the globe. These books–for readers of all ages–pay…

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Avery Hellas • February 28, 2023 TopicsBook Clubs Book Fairs books International Women's Day March

Scholastic Reading Clubs Flyer Reveal: Spring into Reading

Here are some of their favourites from the Scholastic Reading Club March flyers (visit scholastic.ca/readingclub to start shopping). Featured for Pre-Kindergarten Easter Starring Egg! by Cynthia Platt & Leire Martin…

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Avery Hellas • February 28, 2023 TopicsBook Clubs books flyers March parents series teachers

Q&A with Author Akim Aliu

We interviewed the Dreamer author as part of a series celebrating Black History Month. Originally published by On Our Minds on February 23, 2023Versioned for Scholastic Canada We interviewed author Akim…

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Isabel Franco • February 23, 2023 Topicsauthor interview Black History Month Book Clubs Book Fairs books February graphic novel

Q&A with Remi Blackwood, Creator of Future Hero

We interviewed the team behind Future Hero as part of a series celebrating Black History Month. Originally published by On Our Minds on February 16, 2023Versioned for Scholastic Canada Scholastic…

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Michelle Pastor • February 21, 2023 Topicsauthor interview Black History Month Book Clubs Book Fairs books February

Q&A with Miles Grose, Author of The Tyrell Show

Originally published by On Our Minds on February 2, 2023Versioned for Scholastic Canada Scholastic is celebrating Black History Month in 2023 with Share Black Stories, a campaign showcasing books that…

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Michelle Pastor • February 13, 2023 Topicsauthor interview Black History Month Book Clubs Book Fairs books February

Q&A with Tami Charles, Author of We Are Here

Originally published by On Our Minds on February 9, 2023Versioned for Scholastic Canada We interviewed author Tami Charles to chat about her recent picture book We Are Here, illustrated by Bryan Collier,…

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Isabel Franco • February 13, 2023 Topicsauthor interview Black History Month Book Clubs Book Fairs books February

Best Valentine’s Day Books for Kids

Use these sweet and fun reads to teach your child about sharing love with others. Originally published by Scholastic Parents on January 13, 2023Versioned for Scholastic Canada Valentine’s Day is…

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Scholastic Parents Staff • February 3, 2023 TopicsBook Clubs Book Fairs books February reading aloud Valentine's Day

Celebrate Clifford’s Birthday with Our Favourite Clifford Books!

Originally published by On Our Minds on January 31, 2022Versioned for Scholastic Canada February 14th is a great day, not just because it’s Valentine’s Day, but it’s Clifford’s birthday, too!…

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Sara Conway • January 27, 2023 TopicsBook Clubs Book Fairs books Clifford

Celebrate Black History Month with Share Black Stories

Originally published by On Our Minds on January 21, 2022Versioned for Scholastic Canada Scholastic is celebrating Black History Month with Share Black Stories, a campaign showcasing books that center Black…

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Sara Conway • January 27, 2023 TopicsBlack History Month Book Clubs Book Fairs books February

Read 100 Books as a Classroom and Support Kids Across Canada with Classrooms Care

Your Class Can Make a Difference for Children across Canada just by Reading! Teachers across Canada! We are challenging classrooms to help us make a difference in the lives of…

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Avery Hellas • January 27, 2023 TopicsBook Clubs Classrooms Care February teachers

Get Kids Reading with a “New Year Reading Challenge”

Originally published by On Our Minds on January 2, 2018Versioned for Scholastic Canada In the spirit of making resolutions and setting goals, families are encouraged to start the year off…

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Michael Barrett • December 20, 2022 Topicsback to school Book Clubs Book Fairs books January parents reading reading aloud reading fluency

New Year, New Reading Resolutions

Here at the Scholastic Canada School Markets Team, we put our minds together and came up with 10 reading resolutions for the new year: Resolution #1: Share your favourite books…

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Scholastic Canada School Markets Team • December 19, 2022 TopicsBook Clubs Book Fairs books January parents reading teachers

Scholastic Reading Clubs Flyer Reveal: New Year, New Books

Here are some of their favourites from the Scholastic Reading Club January flyers (visit scholastic.ca/readingclub): Featured for Pre-KindergartenLittle Frog Have you ever wondered how a tiny little tadpole can grow…

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Avery Hellas • December 16, 2022 TopicsBook Clubs books flyers January new parents teachers

4 Holiday Reading Traditions

Try these fun ways to incorporate literacy into the magic and anticipation of the holidays with your child. Originally published by Scholastic Parents on November 22, 2022Versioned for Scholastic Canada…

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Scholastic Parents Staff • December 9, 2022 TopicsBook Clubs Book Fairs books December holidays parents

Holiday Travel Tips: Keep Kids Reading on the Go

Originally published by On Our Minds on November 19, 2015Versioned for Scholastic Canada Are you totally stumped on ways to keep your kids entertained during the hectic holiday travel rush?…

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Michael Barrett • November 8, 2022 TopicsBook Clubs Book Fairs December holidays November parents travel

What the Report Card Really Means

Find out how to read your child’s report card and respond to grades both good and bad. Originally published by Scholastic ParentsVersioned for Scholastic Canada A, B, C is no…

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Scholastic Parents Staff • November 4, 2022 TopicsBook Clubs Book Fairs December November parents report cards

12 Books to Get You Into the Holiday Spirit

Originally published by On Our Minds on December 2, 2019Versioned for Scholastic Canada Oh, the weather outside is frightful, but the books inside are so delightful! It’s officially the holiday…

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Guest Blogger • November 4, 2022 TopicsBook Clubs Book Fairs books December holidays November parents picture books

Q&A with Pablo Leon, Illustrator of Miles Morales: Shock Waves and Miles Morales: Stranger Tides

This series is part of a series celebrating Hispanic and Latine Heritage Month, featuring titles that illuminate the diversity and breadth of the Hispanic and Latine experience, as well as…

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Michelle Pastor • November 4, 2022 TopicsBook Clubs Book Fairs books comics graphic novel new October Spider-Man trending

Spooktacular Halloween Snacks for Kids

Treat your brood of little goblins to these ghoulish Halloween treats. They’re perfect for a creepy classroom bash and devilishly easy! Originally published by Scholastic Parents Celebrate Halloween with these…

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Erica Clark • October 13, 2022 TopicsBook Clubs Book Fairs Halloween October parents snacks trending

Behind the Scenes: I Spy Spooky Night

Can you spy a broken bone? The word “Boo”? A padlock or “1982”? Originally published by On Our Minds on October 21, 2019 Versioned for Scholastic Canada How about a…

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Guest Blogger • October 13, 2022 TopicsBook Clubs Book Fairs books Halloween I Spy October reading fluency trending

DIY Pumpkin Decorations

Why should kids have all the costume fun? Gussy up some pumpkin faces (no carving necessary) with these eight easy get-ups. Originally published by Scholastic Parents & On Our Minds…

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Jessica Hester • October 4, 2022 TopicsBook Clubs Book Fairs DIY Halloween October parents trending

Celebrate Hispanic and Latine Voices This Month

Originally published by On Our Minds on September 16, 2022Versioned for Scholastic Canada ¡Vamos a celebrarlo! From September 15 to October 15, we honour the generations of Hispanic and Latine…

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Constance Gibbs • September 30, 2022 TopicsBook Clubs Book Fairs books October reading aloud September trending

7 Books to Help Your Kids Go Back to School

Originally published by On Our Minds on July 27, 2021Versioned for Scholastic Canada Growth, change, and opportunity come every new school year. For many kids, they’ll experience growing pains as…

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Bridget Benjamin • September 1, 2022 Topicsback to school Book Clubs Book Fairs parents September starting school

15 Books to Share with Your Young Reader during Halloween

Originally published by On Our Minds on October 5, 2021 Versioned for Scholastic Canada Halloween is just around the corner! What delightfully spooky reads are you sharing with your young…

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Zakiya Jamal • August 31, 2022 TopicsBook Clubs Book Fairs books Halloween October trending

Learning with Clifford: Back to School Edition

Originally published by On Our Minds on July 30, 2021The following post was written by the Scholastic Entertainment team For decades, Clifford the Big Red Dog has taught us many…

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Scholastic Entertainment team • August 31, 2022 Topicsback to school Book Clubs Book Fairs classroom parents reading aloud reading fluency September

Helping Kids Regain Social-Emotional Stability as They Return to the Classroom

Originally published by On Our Minds on August 24, 2021 Karen Baicker, Executive Director of the Yale Child Study Center – Scholastic Collaborative for Child & Family Resilience; and Scholastic…

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Karen Baicker • August 31, 2022 Topicsback to school Book Clubs Book Fairs classroom parents September social-emotional learning

How to Help Your Child Read Aloud in Class

These tips from an educator can establish a new comfort level with reading. Originally published by Scholastic Parents on July 13, 2022 Reading out loud in class is an effective…

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Scholastic Parents Staff • August 31, 2022 Topicsback to school Book Clubs Book Fairs classroom parents reading aloud reading fluency September