Steve Young (1) (1961–)

Being able to go back in time 15 minutes is a provocative idea—just imagine all the “do overs!” I love a good laugh, but as I read the antics of 7th grader Casey they only got a few chuckles out of me because the humor was too contrived. Nevertheless, the once nerdy Casey uses the watch to good advantage—he gets the girl, passes tests, makes great football plays, and doesn’t have to serve detentions for any more tardies! Rather than forever warping his character, Casey learns from his experiences that his decisions have the power to alter others lives and that it feels better to be responsible for his accomplishments, as well as failures, rather than gain through “cheating.” Middle school boys might really enjoy this book.… (mais)

1) When is Carly, from iCarly’s birthday?
2) What do the five rings of the Olympics mean?
3) Can you find a recipe for Garlic Mashed Potatoes?
4) Can you find a site that lets you listen to the notes of a guitar?
5) Who lives in the Scottish Highlands?
6) Italian Giovanni da Verrazano, in 1524, was the first European to explore the area we know today as what state???
7) What website would give you tips on decorating your bike?
8) Can you find a photograph of Ancient Athens?
9) Who wrote a book about a Tree, around 1964? What did he write in 1963?
10) Which website has yucky fun and games?
11) Who hosted a kids’ awards show in 2006 and 2008?
12) Can you find the website with this section:
Solve the Cafeteria Caper
(Logic Puzzle, word problem)
Use reasoning skills to figure out whose lunch is whose.
• Math Maven Teacher's Guide… (mais)