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The Crossover: Criss Cross

This printable and interactive crisscross puzzle aligns with The Crossover by Kwame Alexander.
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The Crossover

Written by Kwame Alexander
RIF's 60th Anniversary Highlighted Book for 2015. "With a bolt of lightning on my kicks . . .The court is SIZZLING. My sweat is DRIZZLING. Stop all that quivering. Cuz tonight I’m delivering," announces dread-locked, 12-year old Josh Bell.
5th - 7th
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My Miserable Life

Written by Block and F L and Illustrated by Hemingway
Ben Hunter has a miserable life -- M-I-S-E-R-A-B-L-E! His sister will only talk to him through text...
4th - 7th
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El Deafo

Written by Cece Bell and Illustrated by David Lasky
RIF's 60th Anniversary Highlighted Book for 2014. The poignant memoir of a young girl who lost her hearing due to spinal meningitis and must now wear a Phonic Ear, or large hearing aid. Poor Cece stands out in the crowd when all she wants is to fit in and make friends.
3rd - 7th
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The Outsiders

Written by S.E. Hinton
RIF's 60th Anniversary Highlighted Book for 1967. Ponyboy thinks he knows exactly where he stands in life: a greaser, loyal to his brothers and his crew, always one run-in away from trouble with the wealthy Socs. But when one violent night changes everything, he's forced to question who he really is and what he's willing to fight for. Can he figure out who he is before the world decides for him?
7th - 9th

Harry Potter and the Order of the Phoenix: Criss Cross

Answer clues based on the content and vocabulary words from Harry Potter and the Order of the Phoenix. Look for hints in the Word Bank. Print the puzzle or use on your tablet, phone, or computer.

Harry Potter and the Order of the Phoenix: Word Search

Look for vocabulary words from Harry Potter and the Order of the Phoenix. Circle or click on words across, down, or diagonally. You can print the puzzle or use the interactive version on your tablet, phone, or computer.
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Harry Potter and the Order of the Phoenix

Written by J.K. Rowling and Illustrated by Mary Grandpre
RIF's 60th Anniversary Highlighted Book for 2003. Lord Voldemort is back at Hogwarts, but few want to believe Harry Potter and his friends, Ron and Hermione. So they join the Order of the Phoenix, a secret organization led by Albus Domedore, the headmaster of Hogwarts. They practice defensive spells so they will be ready for the final showdown.
4th - 7th

Chapter 1 Harry Potter Book 1: Word List

This printable PDF includes the complete Reading Machine word list that supports this book.

Kunu's Basket: Criss Cross

Answer clues based on definitions of the vocabulary words from Kunu's Basket: A Story from Indian...

Kunu's Basket: Memory Match

After reading Kunu's Basket: A Story from Indian Island, use this Memory Match puzzle to help...

Kunu's Basket: Word Search

Look for vocabulary words from Kunu's Basket: A Story from Indian Island. Circle or click on words...

The Secret Pool: Criss Cross

This printable and interactive crisscross puzzle aligns with The Secret Pool by Kimberly Ridley.

The Secret Pool: Memory Match

After reading The Secret Pool, use this Memory Matching puzzle to help students build familiarity...

The Secret Pool: Word Search

After reading The Secret Pool by Kimberly Ridley use this printable and interactive Word Search...

The Soda Bottle School: Criss Cross

Answer clues based on definitions of the vocabulary words from The Soda Bottle School. Look for hints in the Word Bank.

The Soda Bottle School: Memory Match

After reading The Soda Bottle School, use this Memory Matching puzzle to help students build familiarity with the book's vocabulary words.

The Soda Bottle School: Word Search

Look for vocabulary words from The Soda Bottle School. Circle or click on words across, down, or diagonally.

Island Birthday: Criss Cross

Answer clues based on definitions of the vocabulary words from Island Birthday. Look for hints in...

Island Birthday: Memory Match

After reading Island Birthday, use this Memory Matching puzzle to help students build familiarity...

Island Birthday: Word Search

Look for vocabulary words from Island Birthday. Circle or click on words across, down, or diagonally...

Roll of Thunder, Hear My Cry: Celebration Video

This short video presents black and white images accompanied by music to celebrate the anniversary...
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A Wrinkle In Time: The Graphic Novel

Written and Illustrated by Hope Larson
RIF Summer Camp: STEM Stars Badge. When three mysterious creatures sweep Meg Murry, her brother Charles Wallace, and their friend Calvin across space and time to rescue her missing father, they discover a darkness on the planet Camazotz that threatens the entire universe. characters.
5th - 9th

The Giver: Reading Guide

Guide for classroom and discussion for The Giver by Lois Lowry.

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