Teaching with Earthlog

Earthlog gives educators an engaging way to explore friendship, belonging, identity, empathy, and the choices students make when someone new enters their world. The resources below help teachers, librarians, and book clubs bring the novel into a classroom, health unit, or reading group.

Themes: Friendship, Identity, BelongingLexile 880LAges 8–12

Resources

Earthlog Colorado Comprehensive Health Standards Alignment Guide (Google Sheet)

See how Earthlog aligns with Colorado's Comprehensive Health standards for grades 4 and 5 on social-emotional wellness, peer influence, stress, belonging, and respectful decision-making.

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Book Club & Classroom Discussion Guide (PDF)

A complete discussion guide with chapter summaries, core questions, and formats for one-meeting, two-meeting, or four-meeting book clubs. Download discussion questions, classroom activities, and practical ideas for using Earthlog with students in grades 4–6.

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