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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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The Legend of the Sleep-Eating Elephant

Written by Nocola Williams and Illustrated by Henry Ezeokeke

A very hungry, sleep-eating elephant has been caught invading the village cabbage field, threatening...

K - 5th

S Is for S'mores: A Camping Alphabet: Criss Cross

This printable and interactive Criss Cross puzzle aligns with S Is for S'mores: A Camping Alphabet...

Your Fantastic Elastic Brain: Guide For Families

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

Simone Biles (Little People, BIG DREAMS): Criss Cross

This printable and interactive Criss Cross puzzle aligns with Simone Biles (Little People, BIG...

Simone Biles (Little People, BIG DREAMS): Word Search

After reading Simone Biles (Little People, BIG DREAMS) by Maria Isabel Sanchez Vegara, use this...

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Simone Biles (Little People, BIG DREAMS)

Written by Maria Isabel Sánchez Vegara and Illustrated by Nadia Fisher

Growing up in foster care, Simone's gymnastics training was an anchor in her life. She first tried...

Pre-K - 2nd

Your Fantastic Elastic Brain: Discussion Guide

Use this Discussion Guide before, during, and after reading.  

Reading Passage: Exploring Parts of the Brain (K-2)

After reading Your Fantastic Elastic Brain, use this reading passage to extend your students'...

Your Fantastic Elastic Brain: Vocabulary Guide

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

Your Fantastic Elastic Brain: Frayer Model

Use this graphic organizer to deepen vocabulary knowledge. 

Your Fantastic Elastic Brain: Criss Cross

This printable and interactive criss cross puzzle aligns with Your Fantastic Elastic Brain by JoAnn...

Your Fantastic Elastic Brain: Word Search

After reading Your Fantastic Elastic Brain by JoAnn Deak, Ph.D. use this printable and interactive...

Your Fantastic Elastic Brain: Memory Match

After reading Your Fantastic Elastic Brain by JoAnn Deak, Ph.D., use this Memory Matching puzzle to...

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Your Fantastic Elastic Brain

Written by JoAnn Deak Ph.D. and Illustrated by Sarah Ackerley

Learn how much your brain can grow! The perfect introduction to growth mindset, Your Fantastic...

Pre-K - 3rd
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Cook Me a Story: A treasury of stories and recipes inspired by classic fairy tales

Written by Bryan Kozlowski

Welcome to the enchanted world of Cook Me a Story, where the most beloved fairy tales are retold...

K - 6th
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Ten Beautiful Things

Written by Molly Griffin and Illustrated by Maribel Lechuga

Lily and her grandmother search for ten beautiful things as they take a long car ride to Iowa and...

K - 3rd

A Guide to the Works of Jacqueline Woodson

The guide is a comprehensive look at the works of Jacqueline Woodson, a comprehensive Jacqueline...

Careers, Jobs, and Community Helpers Activity Guide for PK-2

This activity guide supports books on careers, jobs, and community helpers for PK-2.

Friendship Activity Guide for PK-2

This activity guide supports books on friendship for PK-2.

STEM Exploration Activity Guide for PK-2

This activity guide supports STEM-related topics for grades PK-2.

Unique Characters Activity Guide for PK-2

This activity guide supports books on unique characters for PK-2.

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Grow Grateful

Written by Sage Foster-Lasser and Jon Lasser and PhD and Illustrated by Christopher Lyles
Head off with Kiko on a school camping trip and learn how she figures out what being grateful is and...
Pre-K - 3rd
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Murphy's Three Homes: A Story for Children in Foster Care

Written by Jan Levinson Gilman and PhD and Illustrated by Kathy O'Malley

Murphy, a Tibetan Terrier puppy, is told he is a 'good luck dog' – he is cheerful, happy, and loves...

Pre-K - 3rd

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