August 1-9: Read Introduction and Chapters 1-7

Now that you have read the first chapters of Sideways Stories from Wayside School you can probably tell that it is very different from the other two books that we have read this summer. Many of the stories sound impossible, similar to the tall tales we learned about in 4th grade. Pick one crazy story that you have read so far and explain why it could not happen in real life.

August 10-16: Read Chapters 8-15

You now know half of the students from the thirtieth floor of Wayside School. Think of something that happened to you at school that relates to the students at Wayside. It can relate to any of the students: Paul knew he would get in trouble for pulling Leslie's hair, Jason was a tattle-tale, Rondi was misunderstood, Maurecia ate so much of her favorite food she got sick of it, or relate to any of the other students.

August 17-23: Read Chapters 16-23

We always say there is a reason for everything. Some of the kids at Wayside School do not seem to believe this though. DJ smiles for no reason, Kathy dislikes everyone, and Ron loves kickball even though he is horrible at it. Tell us about something in your life that does not have a reason behind it.

August 24-30: Read Chapters 24-30

You read 30 crazy stories from Wayside School. Most of these stories could never really happen. Now is your time to be crazy and creative! Make up your own "sideways story" to add to Wayside School. Be creative and have fun! Make us laugh if you can!

July 6-12: Read Chapters 1-3

After reading the first 3 chapters of this book, you will realize this kind of reading is very different from Skinnybones. There is a lot of information on the diagrams, pictures, and journal entries. Describe some of the most interesting facts you learned about sharks so far.

July 13-19: Read Chapters 4-6

The Magic School Bus series does a nice job of putting actual facts in a fantasy setting and has characters that add to the adventure. Which character would you like to go on an adventure with if you had the chance? Include your reasons why you chose this character.

July 20-26: Read Chapters 7-8

Pick one topic about sharks from the book and try to find another website that has more information about that topic. When you post your blog be sure to copy the website address and tell what three additional facts you learned.