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Orca Book Publishers: Who Owns Kelly Paddik? Teaching Guide [Pdf]

For Teachers 9th - 10th
Kelly's pain over past sexual abuse causes her to behave in a way that lands her in a secure facility, where she is tormented by other inmates. Eventually she begins to ask for the help she needs in order to heal. This teacher's guide...
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Orca Book Publishers: My Time as Caz Hazard Teaching Guide [Pdf]

For Teachers 9th - 10th
After continually getting into trouble at school for bullying, and being suspended for violence, Caz and her friend Amanda must deal with the suicide of a girl they had picked on. Many issues come into play in this novel - peer...
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Orca Book Publishers: No More Pranks Teaching Guide [Pdf]

For Teachers 9th - 10th
In "No More Pranks" by Monique Polak, Pete is adept at pulling pranks and often gets into trouble over them. Sent to live with his uncle who operates a kayaking business, Pete and his new friend Rosalie put Pete's skills to use as they...
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Orca Book Publishers: No Problem Teaching Guide [Pdf]

For Teachers 9th - 10th
"No Problem" by Dayle Campbell Gaetz deals with the issue of teen addiction. A star athlete who has it all becomes involved with an older woman and drugs, causing his life to unravel. This teacher's guide includes a book summary,...
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Orca Book Publishers: Blue Moon Teaching Guide [Pdf]

For Teachers 9th - 10th
In "Blue Moon" by Marilyn Halvorson, Bobby Jo trains a new mare, wins a barrel race, then discovers the horse may be stolen and she must return it. This teacher's guide includes a book summary, discussion topics and teaching ideas.
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Orca Book Publishers: Dead End Job Teaching Guide [Pdf]

For Teachers 9th - 10th
Frances works nights at a convenience store. After becoming friendly with Devin, she comes to realize he is stalking her. Then he breaks into the store and threatens her. This teacher's guide to 'Dead-End Job' by Vicki Grant includes a...
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Orca Book Publishers: Exposure Teaching Guide [Pdf]

For Teachers 9th - 10th
"Exposure" by Patricia Murdoch deals with the issue of bullying. When Janice is being bullied by Dana and sees a way to get back at her, her best friend tires to help her handle things differently. This teacher's guide includes a book...
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Npr: 2012 Summer Books: Your Favorites: 100 Best Ever Teen Novels

For Students 9th - 10th
A list of the top 100 teen novels as voted by npr listeners in a 2012 poll. The list includes brief information about the book as well as links to additional information and works for each author.
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Orca Book Publishers: Wave Warrior: Teaching Guide [Pdf]

For Teachers 9th - 10th
In Wave Warrior by Lesley Choyce, Ben struggles against his fears and learns how to surf with the guidance of Ray, a surfing veteran. This teacher's guide includes a book summary, discussion topics and teaching ideas.
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Orca Book Publishers: Grind Teaching Guide [Pdf]

For Teachers 9th - 10th
In "Grind," the desire to make money and have videos for their website spurs a group of skateboarding friends to take dangerous risks which leave one of them injured. The teacher's guide for this book by Eric Walters includes a summary,...