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Noodlehead Stories: World Tales Kids Can Read & Tell

Written by Margaret Hamilton
People have been telling “fool stories” for as long as anyone can remember. After all, everyone has a noodlehead day now and then—a day when your brain seems to take a little vacation. As you’ll see in this collection, silly characters come in every shape and size. They might make ridiculous mistakes, mix things up, or leap before they look, but that’s what makes their adventures so much fun.
1st - 6th
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How & Why Stories: World Tales Kids Can Read & Tell

Written by Martha Hamilton
Have you ever stopped to really look at a spider’s web? If it’s only meant to catch flies, why does it shimmer with such delicate, beautiful patterns? Have you ever wondered what makes thunder rumble, why the ocean tastes salty, or how tigers came to wear their bold stripes? This collection gathers delightful “why” stories from many cultures and time periods—tales that imagine how animals, plants, and natural wonders came to look or behave the way they do.
1st - 7th

Mentor Text Planning Guide

Use this Mentor Text Planning Guide to plan purposeful mentor text instruction.
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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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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.
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How to Draw the Presidents and First Ladies

Written and Illustrated by John Hutton

The presidents and first ladies of the United States of America have always been a popular subject...

K - 8th

Well-Being Booklist

Brought to you in partnership with NAMI and Macy’s, this suggested book list sparks meaningful...

Ada Byron Lovelace and the Thinking Machine: Word Search

After reading Ada Byron Lovelace and the Thinking Machine by Laurie Wallmark, use this printable and...

Ada Byron Lovelace and the Thinking Machine: Criss Cross

This printable and interactive Criss Cross puzzle aligns with Ada Byron Lovelace and the Thinking...

Planet Power: Guide for Families (en Español)

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

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Ada Byron Lovelace and the Thinking Machine

Written by Laurie Wallmark and Illustrated by April Chu

Ada Lovelace, the daughter of the famous romantic poet, Lord Byron, develops her creativity through...

K - 6th

Grace Hopper: Guide for Families (en Español)

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

Grace Hopper: Guide for Families (አማርኛ)

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

Why We Eat Fried Peanuts: Read Aloud Guide

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

Why We Eat Fried Peanuts: Frayer Model

Use this graphic organizer to deepen vocabulary knowledge.

Why We Eat Fried Peanuts: Memory Match

After reading Why We Eat Fried Peanuts by Zed Zha, use this Memory Matching puzzle to help students...

Black Joy: Criss Cross

This printable and interactive Criss Cross puzzle aligns with Black Joy by Charnaie Gordon.

Black Joy: Memory Match

After reading Black Joy by Charnaie Gordon, use this Memory Matching puzzle to help students build...

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Why We Eat Fried Peanuts: A Celebration of Family and Lunar New Year Traditions

Written by Zed Zha and Illustrated by Sian James

Celebrate Lunar New Year through a story of ancestral bravery while learning about Chinese history...

1st - 6th

Marshmallow Reading

Use this to track the number of times you read, coloring in a marshmallow for each time.

Grace Hopper: Guide For Families

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

Planet Power​: Guide For Families

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

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The Gingerbread White House: A Pop-up Book

Written by Chuck Fischer, Roland Mesnier, & Mark Ramsdell

The holiday season at the White House is a magical time of year. The house is beautifully decorated...

Pre-K - 6th

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