Teacher Resources
The Big Read is your ticket to adventure! The Milwaukee Public Museum, Milwaukee Public Library and many other community partners will help your students explore “The Call of the Wild” through free books, free teachers guides, reader guides and hands-on activities, and free field trips to the Museum and Library! A number of special events will also take place throughout the city of Milwaukee in conjunction with this program throughout the 2009-2010 school year, with a special focus from February 15 through March 19, 2010.
Frequently Asked Questions
- How does this program fit with my classroom objectives?
- Is there curriculum included and what grade level is it for?
- What is involved?
- How do I find out about upcoming programming in the area?
- Are any materials required for the programming?
- What equipment do I need to participate?
- Do I have to pay to participate?
- How do I get involved?
Additional Resources
- G.R.A.S.P.S.
- Book Discussions
- Idita-read!
- Cool Science Projects
- Supplemental Reading List
- Student Self-Directed Expedition Answer Key
- Online Resources
- Teacher Registration
Distance Learning Discussions
- Surviving in My Hometown (available February and March)
- Setting the Scene (available September 15)
- Kigluait Educational Adventures
Early Reader Resources (PreK – 2nd Grade)
Contact Information
If you have questions or concerns about anything in the curriculum, please contact us for assistance.
- Milwaukee Public Museum Contacts:
- Gaye-Lynn Clyde
Distance Learning Coordinator
414-278-6146
Clyde@mpm.edu - Erin Gilliland
Educator I
414-278-2716
Gilliland@mpm.edu - Milwaukee Public Library Contact:
- Dawn Lauber
Literacy and Extension Services Coordinator
414-286-3009
dlaube@milwaukeee.gov - Milwaukee Public Schools Contacts:
- Jude Kesl
Science Teaching Specialist K-8
414-475-8473
kesljx@milwuakee.k12.wi.us - Sandy Ruechel
1st Grade Teacher, Green Bay Avenue
schwensm@milwaukee.k12.wi.us - Patrice Ball
K-12 English Language Arts Curriculum Specialist
414-475-8099
ballpl@milwaukee.k12.wi.us