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Through the Grapevine: World Tales Kids Can Read & Tell

Written by Martha Hamilton & Mitch Weiss

Have you ever played the game “Telephone,” where one person whispers a message and it travels around the circle until it comes back sounding completely different? Stories work the same way. As they’re passed from person to person—and from place to place—they stretch, twist, and grow into new versions. The stories in this book show just how powerful that “story grapevine” can be. Many of these tales have been traveling for hundreds of years. Some appear in different countries all over the world, each with its own special twist. All of them are fun to read aloud, and even more fun to tell in your own voice.

1st - 6th

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

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.

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

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.

The Runaway Beignet

The Runaway Beignet

Written by Connie Collins Morgan and Illustrated by Herb Leonhard

A magic beignet boy comes to life in New Orleans and leads a wild chase through the French Quarter as hungry people try to catch him.

1st - 6th

How to Draw the Presidents and First Ladies: Book Talk

A Book Talk is a short introduction of a book to students to activate prior knowledge, build...

How To Draw the Presidents and First Ladies book cover

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...

The Land Knows Me: A Nature Walk Exploring Indigenous Wisdom

Written by Leigh Joseph and Illustrated by Natalie Schnitter

Through the Squamish language and cultural traditions, learn about Indigenous plant relationships...

1st - 6th

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.

Planet Power: Guide for Families (አማርኛ)

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

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.

From the Bellybutton of the Moon: And Other Summer Poems / Del Ombligo de la Luna: Y Otros Poemas de Verano

Written by Francisco X. Alarcón and Illustrated by Maya Christina Gonzalez

With a poet's magical vision, Francisco X. Alarcón takes young readers back to his childhood when he...

1st - 6th

Why We Eat Fried Peanuts: Read Aloud Guide

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

Why We Eat Fried Peanuts: Anticipation Guide

Use this Anticipation Guide before reading to activate students’ prior knowledge, build curiosity...

Why We Eat Fried Peanuts: Vocabulary Guide

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

Why We Eat Fried Peanuts: Frayer Model

Use this graphic organizer to deepen vocabulary knowledge.