Michael Ruscoe – författare

This book of readers theatre scripts for low-achieving middle grade readers is meant to inspire. Written at readability levels of grades 2 and 3, students who struggle with reading will enjoy learning about the lives of people both current (Bob Woodruff) and historical (Franklin Roosevelt) who are inspirational because of their perseverance and ability to overcome adversity in their daily lives. By reading, performing, and discussing these plays about people who possess the important character trait of perseverance, students will not only practice their oral reading skills, thus building the important skill of fluency, they will also build their own models for good character. Grades 3-8. Readability Levels: Grades 2-3.

Buzz and kid reporter Jeff Jordan cover life in the fast lane at the Speedway 200. From Pit Row to Victory Lane, the race features crashes, pit stops, and a thrilling finish. As top drivers circle the track, Jeff learns that prefixes pave the way for new words. Rule the raceway in the All-Star Activity and you’ll capture the checkered flag!

Suffixes are in play at the Swift Kick Soccer Championship. Thanks to Buzz, kid reporter Eddie Finale learns more than just fancy footwork. He finds out that word endings can kick off some fun! Score a goal in the All-Star Challenge and you’ll win the soccer showdown!

Buzz Star covers the Capital Cup Kick Ball Tournament in Washington, D.C., with kid reporter J.J. Spellman. As the kick ball players battle to take home the trophy, Buzz shows J.J. a thing or two about capitalization. Kick a home run in the All-Star Activity and you’ll take first place!

Kid reporter Lexi Kahn joins Buzz Star as he covers the Ice Festival in his first Internet broadcast. As Buzz blogs about the skaters’ routines, Lexi offers some spelling pointers. Land a throw triple axel in the All-Star Activity and you’ll earn a perfect score!