Join new students Calypso, Sapphire, Ronan, and Walter as they embark on a fascinating adventure through the four houses of The Ron Clark Academy. Each house – Altruismo, Amistad, Isibindi, and Rêveur – holds unique meanings, values, and traditions that the fearless foursome get to explore.
In Altruismo, Calypso learns the true meaning of giving and being kindhearted. He wonders if being sorted into the black house will help exchange his selfishness for generosity.
The journey continues to Sapphire Stroud, where imagination, creativity, and dreams abound. She learns that the wheel will place her in the house best suited to explore and appreciate her talented awesomeness.
Ronan is next at the wheel, eager to see if his big sister, Regan’s, legacy will persevere. The wheel spins round and round, seeking to find which house will be the best place for Ronan to continue the journey or forge a new path.
This is a book for all ages, but especially those of us in an elementary setting. Kim hooks the reader in a topic that our young students live every day at school. It will be thrilling for young readers to have a book in their hand about THEIR House and all of our Houses! I think it will be a great read for parents as well! It’s perfect!
While reading this book, I was pulled in by the voice and heart of the author. As I listened to the audiobook, the narrator brought the book to life. The vivid description of the RCA house system stimulates the imagination. It heightens interest and initiates the quest for the house of their choice.
The QR codes for the 8 houses located in the back are so cool. I can’t wait to learn more about each of the them. The book is a great tool for teachers to introduce the RCA house system.
An inspiring exploration of the Ron Clark Academy's house system, this book beautifully illustrates the power of belonging and community in fostering student success!
