For the Love of Reading: Randy Riley’s Really Big Hit

(Click on the book to read more at amazon.com)

“Randy Riley loves two things: science and baseball. When it comes to the solar system, the constellations, and all things robot, Randy is a genius. But on the baseball diamond? Not so much. He tries . . . but whiffs every time. Then, one night, Randy sees something shocking through his Space Boy telescope: it’s a fireball, and it’s headed right for his town! Randy does the math, summons all of his science smarts, and devises a plan that will save the day in a spectacular way.” (amazon.com)

Follow-up Activities:

1. Build Your Own Robot

Materials:

• aluminum foil
• empty cereal or cracker box (robot body)
• empty tea box (robot head)
• Tacky glue
• permanent markers
• foil cupcake liners
• extra items from around the house to decorate with

2. Tee-Ball Hitting Contest

Materials:

• Bat
• Ball
• Baseball Tee

Directions:

1. Go outdoors and have a family tee ball contest. See who can hit the ball the farthest.

2. Now see who can hit the ball the closet to the tee (the least furthest).

3. Go to a Baseball Game

(a local or professional team)

Mackenzie is a follower of Jesus, wife, mama of two toddler boys, teacher at heart, and coffee lover. She was a lower school elementary teacher for over 6 years, with a master's degree in Reading, and is a certificated Reading Specialist. She currently works part-time at a private school allowing her more time at home with her little guys.

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