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Popo the Xolo

Popo the Xolo

Written by Paloma Angelina Lopez and Illustrated by Abraham Matias
Popo the Xolo is a tender picture book that follows Nana and her loyal hairless dog, Popo, as she transitions from the living world into the afterlife.
1st - 4th
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Paka Paka Con La Papa

Paka Paka Con La Papa

Written by Sara Andrea Fajardo and Illustrated by Juana Martinez-Neal
Alberto Salas Plays Paka Paka con la Papa is a playful picture book biography that follows Peruvian scientist Alberto Salas on his high-altitude quest to find and preserve rare wild potatoes.
1st - 3rd
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Croco

Croco

Written by Azul López
Croco is a vibrant picture book about a crocodile who gets stuck in a hole and must navigate the well-meaning but unsuccessful advice of his jungle friends.
2nd - 4th

Click Clack Moo: Cows That Type: Frayer Model

Use this graphic organizer to deepen vocabulary knowledge.

Click Clack Moo: Cows That Type: Criss Cross

This printable and interactive Cross Cross puzzle aligns with Click Clack Moo: Cows That Type by Doreen Cronin.

Click Clack Moo: Cows That Type: Word Search

After reading Click Clack Moo: Cows That Type by Doreen Cronin, use this printable and interactive Word Search Puzzle to extend student learning. Find and cycle words across and down.

The Adventures of Captain Underpants: Vocabulary Guide

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

The Adventures of Captain Underpants: Frayer Model

Use this graphic organizer to deepen vocabulary knowledge.

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Wanda Hears the Stars

Wanda Hears the Stars: A Blind Astronomer Listens to the Universe

Written by Amy S. Hansen and Wanda Diaz Merced and Illustrated by Rocio Arreola Mendoza
A young girl from Puerto Rico dreams of studying the stars but begins to lose her eyesight in college. Instead of giving up, she learns to use sound to "hear" data from space and makes incredible scientific discoveries.
1st - 4th
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The Library in the Woods

The Library in the Woods

Written by Calvin Alexander Ramsey and Illustrated by R. Gregory Christie
A young boy named Junior moves to North Carolina in 1959 and discovers a hidden log cabin library for Black residents.
2nd - 5th
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Fireworks

Fireworks

Written by Matthew Burgess and Illustrated by Cátia Chien
Two siblings spend a hot July day in the city waiting for a special celebration.
Pre-K - 3rd

The Boy Who Liked Bugs: Read Aloud Guide for Families

Use this Read Aloud Guide for Families before, during, and after reading with your child.

The Boy Who Liked Bugs: Read Aloud Guide

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

The Boy Who Liked Bugs: Frayer Model

Use this graphic organizer to deepen vocabulary knowledge.

The Adventures of Captain Underpants: Criss Cross

This printable and interactive Cross Cross puzzle aligns with The Adventures of Captain Underpants by Dan Pilkey.

The Boy Who Liked Bugs: Vocabulary Guide

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

The Boy Who Liked Bugs: Criss Cross

This printable and interactive Criss Cross puzzle aligns with The Boy Who Liked Bugs by Storytime.

The Boy Who Liked Bugs: Word Search

After reading The Boy Who Liked Bugs 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 Compass of Life book cover

The Compass of Life

Written by Storytime and Illustrated by Manuel Mal
Little Albert gets a cool gift – where do you think it will lead him?
2nd - 3rd
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The Boy Who Liked Bugs

The Boy Who Liked Bugs

Written by Storytime and Illustrated by Pedro Riquelme
The true story of a boy who had to catch them all – insects, that is!
2nd - 3rd

Lilly’s Purple Plastic Purse: Vocabulary Guide

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

Lilly’s Purple Plastic Purse: Frayer Model

Use this graphic organizer to deepen vocabulary knowledge.

"If I Ran for President" Writing Activity

Students design a campaign poster that highlights an issue they care about, includes a strong slogan and meaningful promise, and visually communicates their leadership message.
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Oprah Winfrey book cover

Oprah Winfrey (Little People, BIG DREAMS)

Written by Maria Isabel Sánchez Vegara and Illustrated by Sera Latterell
Oprah Winfrey’s story follows her journey from a childhood marked by poverty and hardship to becoming a groundbreaking media leader and global icon, showing how determination, empathy, and big dreams can change a life.
1st - 3rd

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