Have you ever read "Maniac Magee" by Jerry Spinelli? Use this resource to learn more about this book. An educational resource with discussion questions, extension activities and more.

A three-part learning module including links web sites to use when introducing the novel Maniac Magee by Jerry Spinelli.

This is a good site for teachers. Find a review of Jerry Spinelli's "Maniac Magee" as well as lesson plans and activities for the book.

This printable resource offers suggestions for both writing and discussion, as well as a look at symbols, tone and hyperbole. PDF (requires Adobe Reader).

Four page guide offers summary, post-reading activity suggestions, additional reading and a brief bio of the writer.

The writer will analyze and discuss the tall tale format after reading Jerry Spinelli's tale of Cobble's Knot, told in Chapter 20 of Maniac Magee. Then writers will need to create an interesting character in a special situation which...

Web English Teacher has put together a comprehensive resource filled with links to lesson plans, teaching guides and activities featuring the work of Jerry Spinelli.

Kids learn about Jerry Spinelli's biography author of children's books such as Maniac Magee on this website.

Through a series of picture book read-alouds and journal entries, students engage in critical discussion of complex issues of race, class, and gender.

If your looking for a biography on author Jerry Spinelli, you've come to the right place at Scholastic.com. The site also offers student reviews of his books and an interview transcript. Fun facts for kids.