Middle School Students

High grades and extracurriculars aren't enough. Most families assume that if their teen works hard, gets good grades, and stays involved in extracurriculars, they'll have a great shot at a top college, but the reality is that's not true. Each year, thousands of amazingly smart, talented students are rejected by selective colleges—not because they aren't good enough, but because their application doesn't stand out. Top colleges look for self-awareness, passion, purpose, and impact—qualities that take years to develop. Because standing out starts now. Middle School Top College Prep Path ...

There is something wrong with education in America. No. Belay that. There is something wrong with education in the world. Year after year, in different ways and using different methods, schools churn out and chew up millions of children who possess only a generalized relatively useless body of knowledge, pass a few standardized tests, and can’t seem to function in the real world. Something needs to change. It's time we switch over to a functional education that will train our kids for success rather than set them up for failure. Dr. David Powers is a Cultural Architect, combining the ...

Are you struggling to be an effective teacher? Do your kids walk all over you, turning your classroom into a chaotic whirlwind of chatter? The truth is, the majority of new educators have faced similar challenges with classroom disruption and low student motivation. You'd like to be friendly with your class, but you can't let the kids walk all over you. There must be some way to harmonize such tensions, some way to lead your class with the conviction of a general but the gentleness of a scholar. This audiobook will teach you how to be an effective teacher.

Teaching middle school is always evolving—and so is your toolkit. In Middle School 201, Paul Rallion builds on his earlier work with a fresh collection of practical, real-world strategies designed to make teaching more effective, efficient, and enjoyable. Inside, you'll find adaptable guidance on: Designing instruction and systems that keep students engaged. Strengthening partnerships with parents for better support. Collaborating effectively with fellow teachers to elevate learning across teams. Managing classroom life beyond academics—with tips on procedures, routines, and teacher ...

Winner of 2025 Moonbeam Children's Book Award Gold-Medal in Pre-Teen Fiction Tom Aloy returns with another vivid, heart-stirring adventure ---------------- No cap, Captain Cyber! Serena and Jason Murray never expected a tablet to suck Jason into a living world of moody apps, corrupted code, and homework that fights back. Now it’s up to both siblings, on both sides of the screen, to unlock the secrets of learning, identity, and what it means to help each other grow. Their only help? A sarcastic parrot, a surprisingly heroic cat, and a couple of Captain Cyber figurines that have ...

There will be plenty of time for me to beat him soundly once I've gotten what I came for. Sent on a mission to retrieve an ancient hidden map—the key to a legendary treasure trove—seventeen-year-old pirate captain Alosa deliberately allows herself to be captured by her enemies, giving her...

"Marisa Calin's delivery of this audiobook is superbly executed...The enticing voice she gives Alosa will enrapture listeners and draw them deeper into the story's twists and turns." — AudioFile Magazine The capable, confident, and occasionally ruthless heroine of Daughter of the Pirate King...

A New York Times Bestseller In the tradition of Out of My Mind, Wonder, and Mockingbird, this is an intensely moving middle grade novel about being an outsider, coping with loss, and discovering the true meaning of family. Willow Chance is a twelve-year-old genius, obsessed with nature and...

Launch Your First Business, Make Real Money, and Lead Before You’re Old Enough to Drive What if you didn’t have to wait until high school—or adulthood—to start your first business? What if you could earn real money, solve real problems, and become a leader in your school or community—right now? Written by veteran Marine turned middle school educator and entrepreneurship coach Jeffrey Sabins, Middle School CEO is the no-fluff, real-world playbook for kids who want to think bigger and do more. Inside, you’ll learn: How to turn everyday frustrations into money-making ideas What you...

Can a Particle Be in Two Places at Once? Welcome to the Strangest Science in the Universe. Does your child ask questions you can’t answer? At the smallest scale, the universe is strange, surprising — and completely real. Quantum physics sounds impossible. Most adults struggle to explain it. This book changes that. Quantum Physics for Kids turns complex ideas into a clear, structured journey for curious readers ages 8–12. No oversimplified cartoons. No confusing jargon. Just real science explained with clarity and respect. If you’ve been searching for the right way to explain reality...

Something Is Missing. Something Enormous. You are made of almost nothing. Not in a philosophical sense. In a literal, measurable, scientific one. Every atom in your body, every star you have ever seen, every planet, moon, and galaxy that astronomers have ever cataloged in the entire history of human observation. All of it, every single piece of matter in the known universe, amounts to less than five percent of what exists. The rest is dark. Silent. Invisible. Unknown. Stop for a moment and let that land. Ninety-five percent of the universe is missing, and no one knows what it is. This is ...

The Hound of the Baskervilles by Arthur Conan Doyle, Abridged for Schools by KJ O’Hara A school-friendly abridgement of one of the most famous detective novels in English literature, ideal for schools, teachers, parents and young readers. When Sir Charles Baskerville dies in mysterious circumstances on Dartmoor, Sherlock Holmes and Dr Watson are drawn into a case involving fear, secrecy and the terrifying legend of a supernatural hound. Specially prepared for readers in KS2 and KS3 in the UK, and for the equivalent age range in Grades 5 to 8 elsewhere, this edition preserves much of ...

Help Your Students Develop Critical Skills Through Field Studies Field studies are considered by many to be the most powerful tool to teach the Critical Skills. A field study is a project conducted by a team of students to address a problem or issue in the “real world” under faculty supervision. They provide rigorous and learning rich experiences where students can practice and master their skills while working productively with an educational partner. Given the opportunity, virtually any student can participate and contribute as a field study team member. Field studies offer an ...

Are you ready to embark on a journey through the remarkable achievements of African American men and women who have left an indelible mark on America and the world? “TEAR DOWN THE WALLS" is not just a play; it's a captivating exploration of the profound contributions made by African Americans across a spectrum of fields. From science to politics, law to sports, and the arts to entertainment, this production shines a spotlight on their outstanding accomplishments. Prepare to be moved by the touching portrayal of the struggles and triumphs that have shaped African American history. From the...

Philosophy Essentials is a chronological introduction to the history of philosophy for serious readers ages 11-19. It begins with the first Greek attempts to explain the world through reason rather than myth and follows the long argument forward through Socrates, Plato, Aristotle, Epicurus, the Stoics, Augustine, Aquinas, Descartes, Locke, Kant, Marx, Nietzsche, Beauvoir, Arendt, Rawls, Singer, and current debates about consciousness, identity, and artificial intelligence. The book explains the central problems of philosophy in clear language without exaggeration or slogans. Readers move ...

Rediscover one of America’s greatest adventures — now told in clear, modern language that captures all the wit, humor, and heart of Mark Twain’s classic masterpiece. Join young Huck Finn as he escapes his troubled home life and journeys down the Mississippi River with Jim, a runaway slave seeking freedom. Their daring voyage is filled with danger, laughter, and moral awakening — a timeless story about friendship, courage, and the fight for what’s right.

What do you bring with you when you leave everything behind? Two teenage refugees, Leila from Ethiopia and Kofi from Ghana arrive in America as strangers in a strange land. Their stories collide in the unfamiliar hallways of a Memphis middle school, where survival means staying invisible, and speaking up often comes with a price. But when Leila’s poetry and Kofi’s hidden gift for soccer are discovered, everything changes. Suddenly, they are no longer just “the new kids”—they are voices in a conversation they never chose to enter. Together, they must navigate cultural tension, peer...

Unleash the quiz bowl champion inside you and uncover a geographical world you never knew existed with this fantastic Quiz Bowl Primer study guide! Are you preparing for a quiz bowl competition and looking for the perfect, spot-on guide to walk you through all you need to do to ace your performance? Do you want to impress your friends or family during random geography trivia games? Or are you just bored and want to give your mind a well-deserved challenge and learn while having fun in the process? Either way, this Quiz Bowl Primer has got you covered! We are encircled by geography, and ...

Serena and Jason Murray never expected a tablet to suck Jason into a living world of moody apps, corrupted code, and homework that fights back. Book II: Sounds of Smartness. Battery: 60% Jason is pulled into his tablet and dropped into the world, where rivers sing, numbers twist, and Master Homework waits with an army of endless assignments. To win, Jason must solve puzzles, climb waterfalls made of music, and help other kids who feel proud for being “bad at math.” Serena has her own challenge. She hates singing in front of anyone, but her brother needs her voice. If she cannot find it,...

Why do some students thrive while others struggle with organization, focus, and follow-through? The answer lies in executive functioning—the set of brain-based skills that helps us plan, initiate, and complete tasks. In There’s a Strategy for That!, educator and learning specialist Mary Miele introduces the Integrated Executive Functioning (IEF) Model, a research-based, practical, and adaptable framework designed to strengthen executive functioning in students from grade four through adulthood. This book is a guide for parents, teachers, tutors, and executive function coaches who want ...