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The Dot: Book Talk

A Book Talk is a short introduction of a book to students to activate prior knowledge, build background knowledge, and generate curiosity and excitement about the book.
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Dumpling Day

Written by Meera Sriram and Illustrated by Inés de Antuñano

Do you know how many ways there are to enjoy delicious dumplings? Join ten families from different...

Pre-K - 4th
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Mr. Lincoln's Way

Written and Illustrated by Patricia Polacco

Mr. Lincoln is the coolest principal ever! He knows how to do everything, from jumping rope to...

1st - 4th
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Narwhal: Unicorn of the Sea (A Narwhal & Jelly Book #1)

Written by Ben Clanton

Narwhal is a happy-go-lucky narwhal. Jelly is a no-nonsense jellyfish. The two might not have a lot...

K - 4th
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New Shoes

Written by Susan Meyer and Illustrated by Eric Velasquez
Ella Mae is used to wearing her cousin's hand-me-down shoes—but when her latest pair is already too...
1st - 4th

Nina Nandu's Nervous Noggin: Memory Matching

After reading Nina Nandu's Nervous Noggin, use this Memory Matching puzzle to help students build...

Nina Nandu's Nervous Noggin: Word Search

After reading Nina Nandu's Nervous Noggin by Barbara deRubertis use this printable and interactive...
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Nina Nandu's Nervous Noggin (Animal Antics A to Z)

Written by Barbara deRubertis
Nina Nandu has just moved to a new neighborhood, and she does NOT want to go to a new school. But...
K - 4th

Leveled Reading Passages Supporting Jumanji

This set of leveled reading passages can be used to supplement the book Jumanji. This PDF has been...
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Different Families (Celebrating Differences)

Written by Rebecca Pettiford
In Different Families, beginning readers will learn to celebrate diversity by appreciating the...
K - 4th
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Meals in Germany (Meals Around the World)

Written by R.J. Bailey
In Meals in Germany, young readers will learn about the foods and cultural practices that make up...
K - 4th
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Building Character: Being Honest

Written by Rebecca Pettiford
In Being Honest, beginning readers will learn about all the ways they can practice truthfulness...
K - 4th
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Different Appearances (Celebrating Differences)

Written by Rebecca Pettiford
In Different Appearances, beginning readers will learn to celebrate diversity by appreciating the...
K - 4th
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Festivals: Lantern Festival

Written by Rebecca Pettiford
In Lantern Festival, early readers will learn about this Asian festival and the ways people...
K - 4th
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Stink and the Freaky Frog Freakout

Written by Megan McDonald and Illustrated by Peter H. Reynolds

Judy Moody has a little brother nicknamed "Stink," and every kid who's attracted to the title will...

1st - 4th
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The Big Adventures of Mr. Small

Written by JoAnne Adinolfi
Mr. Small is a hamster with a big hunger for adventure. When he leaves his cozy cage and meets Dusty...
1st - 5th
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Chameleon!

Written by Joy Cowley and Illustrated by Nic Bishop
One brave chameleon ventures from the safety of his tree in search of a new home. On his journey, he...
1st - 5th
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Night of the Ninjas (Magic Tree House, No. 5)

Written by Mary Pope Osborne and Illustrated by Sal Murdocca

Have you ever met a real live ninja? Jack and Annie do when the Magic Tree House whisks them back to...

1st - 4th

Why I Sneeze, Shiver, Hiccup, and Yawn Guide for Educators

Why I Sneeze, Shiver, Hiccup, and Yawn printable guide for educators provides suggestions for...
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Martha Speaks: Martha's Nose for News

Written by Susan Meddaugh
When Carolina starts Carolina's Town Crier, a newspaper with a kids' (and dogs')-eye view of the...
1st - 4th
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Working at a Bank (21st Century Junior Library: Careers)

Written by Katie Marsico
This title nicely draws readers into the text by imagining a child in line at the bank with a piggy...
1st - 5th
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Bad Kitty Puppy's Big Day

Written by Nick Bruel
Bad Kitty's in a bad mood . . . a very bad mood, and Puppy is not helping. Enter Uncle Murray, who's...
1st - 5th
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Water Is Water A Book about the Water Cycle

Written by Miranda Paul and Illustrated by Jason Chin
This spare, poetic picture book follows a group of kids as they move through all the different...
1st - 5th
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Mercy Watson to the Rescue

Written by Kate DiCamillo and Illustrated by Chris Van Dusen
Mercy is a pig, but Mr. and Mrs. Watson cherish her. Mercy enjoys eating their buttered toast and...
1st - 4th

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