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The following mentor texts and suggestions for book clubs from the Interpretation Book Clubs unit (created in conjunction with the PPS Summer Curriculum Committee) can also be used in support of Social Issues Book Clubs. See the suggestions below:
Interpretation Book Clubs Mentor Texts
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Text Suggestions for Book Clubs
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Social Issues Book Lists from Teachers College
Social Issues Book List_1.pdf
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Social Issues Book Clubs_2.xls
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Resources for Articles that Address Social Issues:
Websites
  • NEWSELA
  • storiaschool.com​

​Magazines Frequently Found in School and School Libraries:
  • Time for Kids
  • Scholastic
  • Cricket
  • Highlights​

Comprehension Toolkit Articles and Supplemental Texts

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