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This article offers a collection of interactive activities that help kids become more connected to the texts they read.

"You've read the Hunger Games triology ... now what? We've gathered our picks of other dystopian novels -- books that imagine a not-so-rosy future under a menacing and oppressive regime, where teens and other folks must rely on their wits, courage, and strong friendships to survive. You can also check out our science-fiction, fantasy, and thiller recommendation lists to find even more choices for kids, tweens, and teens. "

For all of you that have kids excited by the Hunger Games trilogy, here is a great list of read-alikes! Tracy

The heart of the site is a collection of data visualizations. You may want to begin by browsing through these collections-if you'd rather explore than read directions, take a look!  On Many Eyes you can: 1. View and discuss visualizations  2. View and discuss data sets  3. Create visualizations from existing data sets If you register, you can also:   4. Rate data sets and visualizations  5. Upload your own data  6. Create and participate in topic centers  7. Select items to watch  8. Track your contributions, watchlist, and topic centers  9. See comments that others have written to you

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