Check out our Mentor Handbook
For Mentors
- "How To" for goal setting
Quick read on how to approach goal setting with kids
- Book Adventure
This site's book finder matches kids with reads they'll enjoy. (It's like match.com only with books!!) Acing book quizzes lets them win prizes!
- Goal Ladder
Printable goal ladder is a great tool for setting goals with your mentee
- Goal Setting Cards
- Guys Read
This site was launched to connect boys of all ages with literature relevant to them. He urges guys to expand their definition of reading, pointing out that nonfiction, comics, and magazines count, too.
- Movin' on Up
This site has a page for kids on moving up to
middle school, with questions posted from kids, advice
from older youth, principals and mentors, and online
activities. - Printable Games
- Teen Reads
This extensive site posts lists of upcoming books and interviews with popular writers like Anthony Horowitz and Judy Blume. It also gives tips on how to start a reading club.
For Parents
- Making the Transition
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- Math Games to Play at Home
- The National Middle School Association
The only national education association dedicated
exclusively to those in the middle level grades. This Web
site has a wide variety of resources and links on topics
ranging from middle school philosophy and structure
to adolescent development and tips for parents.