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Asian Tales

Asian Tales and Tellers

Written by Cathy Spagnoli
Asian Tales and Tellers is a diverse collection featuring more than thirty traditional stories from across the rich Asian cultural landscape.
3rd - 9th
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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
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Bully Goat Grim

Bully Goat Grim: A Maynard Moose Tale

Written by Willy Claflin and Illustrated by James Stimson
In this fractured fairy tale, a bully goat with "Random Hostility Syndrome" is outsmarted by a resourceful baby troll using only a pillow and bed sheets.
2nd - 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.

The Christmas Fairy of Strasbourg: Frayer Model

Use this graphic organizer to deepen vocabulary knowledge.

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The Christmas Fairy of Strasbourg

Written by Storytime and Illustrated by Monica Garofalo
A count loses a ring and finds a fairy bride in this magical Christmas tale!
2nd - 5th

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.

The Farm That Feeds Us: Guide for Families (en Español)

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

The Farm That Feeds Us: 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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What Is Juneteenth?

Written by Kirsti Jewel

On June 19, 1865, a group of enslaved men, women, and children in Texas gathered around a Union...

3rd - 7th
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Encyclopedia of American Indian History & Culture: Stories, Timelines, Maps, and More (Nat Geo Kids)

Written by Cynthia O'Brien

More than 160 tribes are featured in this encyclopedia, which presents a comprehensive overview of...

3rd - 8th
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Hurricane Child

Written by Kacen Callender
Caroline Murphy is a Hurricane Child. Being born during a hurricane is unlucky, and 12-year-old Caroline has had her share of bad luck lately. But when a new student named Kalinda arrives, Caroline's luck begins to turn around.
3rd - 7th
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Kid Innovators: True Tales of Childhood from Inventors and Trailblazers (Kid Legends)

Written by Robin Stevenson and Illustrated by Allison Steinfeld
Moving, funny, and totally true childhood biographies of Bill Gates, Madam C. J. Walker, Hedy Lamarr, Walt Disney, and 12 other international innovators.
3rd - 7th
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Our Future: How Kids Are Taking Action

Written by Janet Wilson

Young people from across the globe are raising awareness about what issues matter to them most and...

1st - 7th
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Never Too Young!: 50 Unstoppable Kids Who Made a Difference

Written by Aileen Weintraub and Illustrated by Laura Horton

From Picasso, who changed the art world forever, to Malala Yousafzai, the brave teen who was shot...

3rd - 7th
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Ordinary Mary's Extraordinary Deed

Written by Emily Pearson and Illustrated by Fumi Kosaka

Can one child's good deed change the world? It can when she’s Ordinary Mary―an ordinary girl from an...

2nd - 6th
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Calling the Doves/El canto de las palomas (English & Spanish Edition)

Written by Juan Herrera and Illustrated by Elly Simmons

The poet Juan Felipe Herrera’s bilingual memoir paints a vivid picture of his migrant farmworker...

1st - 4th
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Drumbeat In Our Feet

Written by Patricia A. Keeler & Júlio Leitão and Illustrated by Patricia A. Keeler

A journey into the deep-rooted traditions, artistry, and energetic spirit that make up the world of...

1st - 6th
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What a Waste: Trash, Recycling, and Protecting our Planet (Protect the Planet)

Written by Jess French

This educational book will teach young budding ecologists about how our actions affect planet Earth...

1st - 4th

The Great Stink: Discussion Guide

Use this Discussion Guide before, during, and after reading.

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