Natalie Rompella is the author of more than forty books and educational guides for young readers. Her work often draws inspiration from personal interests, like baking and sled dog racing. With a background as a museum educator and teacher, Rompella brings a unique perspective to her writing for young audiences. Her stories aim to engage and educate, reflecting her passion for both literature and learning.
A determined boy learns to manage his OCD. Malik's obsessive-compulsive disorder means his brain wants him to do everything on the count of four. When he’s invited to a minigolf birthday party, Malik is excited. But he worries about his Number Thoughts. If he has to take four tries to get the ball in the hole, he’ll never win―and everyone might make fun of him. Can Malik say "no" to his Number Thoughts?
Exploring the deep bond between two girls, the story delves into their friendship as they navigate the challenges of adolescence. Through shared experiences, secrets, and personal growth, they learn valuable lessons about loyalty, trust, and self-discovery. The narrative captures the essence of friendship, highlighting how one person can profoundly impact another's life. As they face trials together, their relationship is tested, ultimately showcasing the strength and resilience found in true companionship.
Midnight. Stars speckle the darkness with bits of light. A cockroach skitters across the kitchen floor to snatch a forgotten breadcrumb. In the backyard, a spider weaves an intricate design on the fence. Winged insects dance and flicker in the porch light. Day and night, small creatures are busy working, eating, hunting, hiding.
"Interactive notebooks are a fun new way to teach and reinforce effective note taking in a creative and personalized way. Students are able to personalize learning to fit their own needs as they create fun, interactive notebook pages for each new language arts topic. Students will learn organization, color coding, summarizing, and other useful skills while creating portfolios of their individual learning that they will refer to all year. This book will guide you through setting up, creating, and maintaining interactive notebooks throughout the year. It is an invaluable resource for anyone who wants to begin using this effective tool for skill retention in the classroom."--Page 4 of cover