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Fiesta!

FIESTA!: A Celebration of Latino Festivals

Written by Sherry Shahan and Illustrated by Paul Barragan
Experience the vibrant energy of Hispanic culture in FIESTA!: A Celebration of Latino Festivals, a colorful month-by-month guide to traditional holidays. This engaging picture book uses bold illustrations and spirited poetry to introduce children to diverse Latin American traditions and celebrations.
1st - 6th

The Crayon Man: Discussion Guide for Families

Use this Read Aloud Guide before, during, and after reading.

The Crayon Man: Read Aloud Guide

Use this Read Aloud Guide before, during, and after reading.

The Crayon Man: Frayer Model

Use this graphic organizer to deepen vocabulary knowledge.

Queen of Physics: Guide for Families (en Español)

Use this Discussion Guide before, during, and after reading with your child.

The Great Stink: Guide for Families (en Español)

Use this Discussion Guide before, during, and after reading with your child.

The Great Stink: Guide for Families (አማርኛ)

Use this Discussion Guide before, during, and after reading with your child.

Shark Lady: Guide for Families (en Español)

Use this Discussion Guide before, during, and after reading with your child.

Shark Lady: Guide for Families (አማርኛ)

Use this Discussion Guide before, during, and after reading with your child.

Queen of Physics: Guide for Families (አማርኛ)

Use this Discussion Guide before, during, and after reading with your child.

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Leafy Landmarks: Travels with Trees

Written by Michelle Schaub and Illustrated by Anne Lambelet

Road trips can be a lot of fun, especially when there are intriguing places to visit and new things...

1st - 4th
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She Persisted: 13 American Women who Changed the World

Written by Chelsea Clinton and Illustrated by Alexandra Boiger

Throughout United States history, there have always been women who have spoken out for what's right...

Pre-K - 3rd

A Ray of Light: Guide for Families (አማርኛ)

A Ray of Light printable Guide for Families provides hands-on activities and ideas for extension...

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She Persisted in Science: Brilliant Women Who Made a Difference

Written by Chelsea Clinton and Illustrated by Alexandra Boiger

Throughout history, women have been told that science isn’t for them. They’ve been told that they’re...

Pre-K - 3rd
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The Power of Her Pen

Written by Lesa Cline-Ransome and Illustrated by John Parra

Ethel Payne always had an ear for stories. Seeking truth, justice, and equality, Ethel followed...

Pre-K - 3rd

Shark Lady: Guide For Families

Use this Discussion Guide before, during, and after reading with your child.

Hidden Figures: Guide For Families

Use this Discussion Guide before, during, and after reading with your child.

Queen of Physics: Guide For Families

Use this Discussion Guide before, during, and after reading with your child.

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Alma and the Sea

Written by Jaime Gamboa and Illustrated by Roger Ycaza

This story is a cultural representative not only for Hondurans but for anyone in the Caribbean sea...

1st - 3rd

Night Job: Guide for Families

Night Job printable Guide for Families provides hands-on activities and ideas for extension projects...

Night Job: Guide for Educators

Night Job printable Guide for Educators provides suggestions for activating student thinking before...

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Celebrations Around the World

Written and Illustrated by Katy Halford

Embark on an exciting journey through the most interesting and important festivals, celebrations...

Pre-K - 3rd
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The Boy with Big, Big Feelings

Written by Britney Winn Lee and Illustrated by Jacob Souva

The Boy with Big, Big Feelings is relatable for any child – especially for a child experiencing...

Pre-K - 2nd
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The Year We Learned to Fly

Written by Jacqueline Woodson and Illustrated by Rafael Lopez

On a dreary, stuck-inside kind of day, a brother and sister heed their grandmother’s advice: “Use...

Pre-K - 3rd

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