Winter of the Ice Wizard 🏰 Coming Summer 2025

Mission: In "Winter of the Ice Wizard," Jack and Annie, along with their friends Teddy and Kathleen, journey to the snowy Land-Behind-the-Clouds. Their mission is to search for the eye of the Ice Wizard and recover the stolen Staff of Strength. This adventure unfolds as they navigate through the wintry landscape, encountering challenges and facing the dangers posed by the Ice Wizard's realm. Along the way, they work to assist Merlin and Morgan, aiming to restore balance, as in previous missions.

Book Description: In "Winter of the Ice Wizard" by Mary Pope Osborne, Jack and Annie find themselves in a frosty fiasco that's colder than a snowman's sense of humor! Imagine this: you're exploring a magical treehouse, when suddenly, whoosh! You're transported to a land blanketed in snow, where icicles hang from every tree and the ground crunches underfoot like a bowl of cereal!

Now, here's the chilly twist: Jack and Annie aren't just chilling out in this winter wonderland; they're on a mission to uncover the secrets of the Ice Wizard and unlock the magic that will guide them on their quest. But bundle up in your warmest mittens, because the real challenge? It's not just dodging snowballs and outwitting frosty Yetis who are as slippery as an ice rink! Nope, the problem for our frostbitten duo is recovering the stolen Staff of Strength that holds the key to their mission before they're left feeling as frozen as a popsicle in a polar bear's paw!

Armed with nothing but their winter wits, a trusty book, and a sprinkle of snow magic, Jack and Annie trudge through the snow on a quest filled with frosty encounters, icy adventures, and maybe even a snowball fight with the Ice Wizard himself! Can they crack the code of the winter and find the magic they seek before they're left feeling as chilly as a snowflake in a blizzard? Join them on this frozen escapade for a journey filled with laughs, thrills, and enough winter fun to make even Frosty the Snowman do the cha-cha!

What Will Students Learn?

✅ Winter Ecology: Students delve into the unique ecosystems of winter landscapes, learning about the adaptations of animals and plants to survive in cold climates.

✅ Mythology and Folklore: The siblings encounter mythical creatures and legendary figures in the frozen kingdom, sparking curiosity about different cultural stories and traditions.

✅ Problem-Solving Skills: Jack and Annie use their ingenuity and resourcefulness to overcome challenges posed by the ice wizard, teaching students the value of critical thinking and creative problem-solving.

✅ Resilience and Determination: The book highlights the importance of resilience and determination in the face of adversity, inspiring students to persevere and stay strong in challenging situations.

✅ Friendship and Teamwork: Jack and Annie rely on each other's support and friendship as they navigate the dangers of the icy landscape, demonstrating the power of teamwork and collaboration in achieving goals.

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How are Lexile ranges chosen and how might they potentially impact my students?

Lexile and Lexile ranges have been chosen using www.lexile.com. The indicators measured are decoding, vocabulary, sentences, and patterns. Indicators are furnished for texts rated at 650L or lower according to Lexile measures. These indicators aid in pinpointing significant text elements in early reading materials, which may pose varying levels of difficulty for readers.

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