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Ivy & Bean: 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. Use this Book Talk video to drive engagement with your students for the book Ivy & Bean by Annie Barrows.

The Girl Who Grew: Vocabulary Guide

Use this Vocabulary Guide to identify Tier 2 vocabulary words in the book.

The Girl Who Grew: Frayer Model

Use this graphic organizer to deepen vocabulary knowledge.

The Girl Who Grew: Criss Cross

This printable and interactive Criss Cross puzzle aligns with The Girl who Grew by Storytime.

The Girl Who Grew: Word Search

After reading The Girl Who Grew by Storytime, use this printable and interactive Word Search puzzle to extend student learning. Find and circle words across, down, and diagonally.
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The Girl Who Grew

The Girl Who Grew

Written by Storytime and Illustrated by Amari Mitnaul
Wangari’s love of living things inspired her to become a world-changing activist!
Pre-K - 5th
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What's Stirring: Fun, Food, & Family

Written by Daniel & Alonna Moore, with Dr. Daneell
What’s Stirring: Fun, Food & Family is more than a cookbook — it’s a family-bonding experience that brings grandparents, parents, and kids together through meaningful stories, simple recipes, and joyful moments in the kitchen.
K - 6th

Stress-Busting Holiday Literacy Tips for Families

This family-friendly tip sheet shares simple, low-stress ways to build reading and writing into everyday holiday routines.

Books for Ownership (BFO) Activity Packet

This activity packet supports students in building reading engagement, comprehension, and book ownership through meaningful reflection and choice.
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Best Life Ever! with The Fulfillment Kids

Written by Clancy Clark and Illustrated by Kim Soderberg

You are a unique person in all the world, and you have a special purpose for being here. Join Sophie...

Pre-K - 5th

"Dear Santa" Letter Template (black-white)

Use this Dear Santa template to help students practice writing friendly letters to Santa!

Summer Vocabulary: Four in a Row

Use this game to practice reading the summer vocabulary words at school or at home.

Summer Vocabulary: Sink the Ship

Use this game to practice reading the summer vocabulary words at school or at home.

Summer Vocabulary: Go Fish!

Use this game to practice reading the summer vocabulary words at school or at home.

Summer Vocabulary: Word Sort

Use this interactive Word Sort to practice the summer vocabulary words in school or at home.

"Hanukkah Wishes" Letter Template (color)

Use this Hanukkah Wishes template to help you practice writing a friendly letter!

"Dear Santa" Letter Template (color)

Use this Dear Santa template to help students practice writing friendly letters to Santa!

Spring Vocabulary: Four in a Row

Use this game to practice reading the spring vocabulary words at school or at home.

Spring Vocabulary: Sink the Ship

Use this game to practice reading the spring vocabulary words at school or at home.

Spring Vocabulary: Go Fish!

Use this game to practice reading the spring vocabulary words at school or at home.

Spring Vocabulary: Word Sort

Use this interactive Word Sort to practice the spring vocabulary words in school or at home.

Winter Vocabulary: Sink the Ship

Use this game to practice reading the winter vocabulary words at school or at home.

Winter Vocabulary: Go Fish!

Use this game to practice reading the winter vocabulary words at school or at home.

Winter Vocabulary: Four in a Row

Use this game to practice reading the winter vocabulary words at school or at home.

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