Outside First Chapter Friday Ch 1 + Author Interview

Amanda Zieba Learning with the Word Nerd · Beginner ·🖊️ Copywriting & Content Strategy ·7mo ago

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Each Friday I share the first chapter of a book perfect for middle-school readers. Today’s pick comes from New York Times bestselling, three-time Newbery Honor author Jennifer L. Holm, and it’s one you won’t want to miss! Mysterious, emotional, and thought-provoking—any guesses? It’s Outside! Stick around for the whole video to catch the mystery quote reveal (one word at a time!) and an exclusive interview with Jennifer L. Holm, where she shares the inspiration behind this haunting new story. About the Book: Razzi has always been told one thing: Don’t go Outside. The world beyond the Refuge walls is dangerous—filled with creatures and people who can’t be trusted. But when curiosity (and a mysterious dog with a deep connection to her) start tugging at Razzi’s heart, she begins to wonder… what if the real danger isn’t what’s outside the walls, but what’s inside them? Perfect for readers who love dystopian adventures and survival mysteries, Outside asks powerful questions about courage, trust, and the meaning of freedom. Teachers: Use this read-aloud to spark classroom discussions about fear vs. curiosity, rule-following vs. independence, and how authors build suspense and mystery. Learn more about Jenni and her books here: https://www.jenniferholm.com/ Find classroom resources and printable discussion guides inside the Word Nerd Collaborative or on my TpT store! TpT Store: https://www.teacherspayteachers.com/Product/2025-First-Chapter-Friday-Read-Aloud-Videos-Middle-School-Reading-Resource-14351512 Word Nerd Collaborative: www.wordnerdcollaborative.com 👇 Comment below: Would you stay safely inside—or risk everything to discover what’s waiting Outside? Get your copy of Outside from your school library, local indie bookstore, or right here → https://amzn.to/4og9HIU Check out all my other First Chapter Friday videos here: https://www.youtube.com/playlist?list=PLpVe6VlpCwJZCLWm7CR4yX93l3xN2conB ✨ Grab a FREE First Chapter Friday Start Up Kit here → www.aman

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Each Friday I share the first chapter of a book perfect for middle-school readers. Today’s pick comes from New York Times bestselling, three-time Newbery Honor author Jennifer L. Holm, and it’s one you won’t want to miss! Mysterious, emotional, and thought-provoking—any guesses? It’s Outside! Stick around for the whole video to catch the mystery quote reveal (one word at a time!) and an exclusive interview with Jennifer L. Holm, where she shares the inspiration behind this haunting new story. About the Book: Razzi has always been told one thing: Don’t go Outside. The world beyond the Refuge walls is dangerous—filled with creatures and people who can’t be trusted. But when curiosity (and a mysterious dog with a deep connection to her) start tugging at Razzi’s heart, she begins to wonder… what if the real danger isn’t what’s outside the walls, but what’s inside them? Perfect for readers who love dystopian adventures and survival mysteries, Outside asks powerful questions about courage, trust, and the meaning of freedom. Teachers: Use this read-aloud to spark classroom discussions about fear vs. curiosity, rule-following vs. independence, and how authors build suspense and mystery. Learn more about Jenni and her books here: https://www.jenniferholm.com/ Find classroom resources and printable discussion guides inside the Word Nerd Collaborative or on my TpT store! TpT Store: https://www.teacherspayteachers.com/Product/2025-First-Chapter-Friday-Read-Aloud-Videos-Middle-School-Reading-Resource-14351512 Word Nerd Collaborative: www.wordnerdcollaborative.com 👇 Comment below: Would you stay safely inside—or risk everything to discover what’s waiting Outside? Get your copy of Outside from your school library, local indie bookstore, or right here → https://amzn.to/4og9HIU Check out all my other First Chapter Friday videos here: https://www.youtube.com/playlist?list=PLpVe6VlpCwJZCLWm7CR4yX93l3xN2conB ✨ Grab a FREE First Chapter Friday Start Up Kit here → www.aman

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