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The Bear, the Bat, and the Dove: Three Stories from Aesop

Written by Rob Cleveland and Illustrated by Baird Hoffmire
In this collection of three lesser‑known Aesop’s Fables, you’ll discover how a bat ended up flying only at night, why choosing good friends really matters, and how even the tiniest creature—like an ant—can become a hero.
Pre-K - 3rd
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The Crab Walk

Written by Storytime and Illustrated by Zhanna Mendel
Baby crab discovers that some advice isn’t worth listening to!
Pre-K - 2nd

The Best Day Ever: Read Aloud Guide for Families

Use this Read Aloud Guide for Families before, during, and after reading the book, The Best Day Ever, with your child.

The Best Day Ever: Read Aloud Guide

Use this Read Aloud Guide before, during, and after reading the book, The Best Day Ever.

The Best Day Ever: Vocabulary Guide

Use this Vocabulary Guide to identify Tier 2 vocabulary words in the book, The Best Day Ever.

The Best Day: Frayer Model

Use this graphic organizer to deepen vocabulary knowledge with the book, The Best Day.

The Best Day: Criss Cross

This printable and interactive Criss Cross puzzle aligns with The Best Day by Storytime.

The Best Day: Word Search

After reading The Best Day 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 Best Day Ever

Written by Storytime and Illustrated by Esther Diana
Lupo the dog has the most fabulously fantastic day of his life – again!
Pre-K - 3rd
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Adventures with Sam & Saint: Holiday Celebrations

Written by Teri Rose and Illustrated by Jayden Ellsworth
Sam and Saint, Santa’s color‑loving kid helpers, are traveling around the world to learn how different people celebrate special days. When they stop by Ms. Bird’s bright and welcoming classroom, they listen as children share stories about the holidays and traditions they enjoy at home. From colorful festivals to meaningful family moments, Sam and Saint discover how wonderful it is that every culture has its own way to celebrate.
Pre-K - 5th

Rally to Read: Imagination Puzzles/Games 2025-26

A collection of puzzles and games aligned to the theme of Imagination.

Rally to Read: Imagination Activity Packet 2025-26

A collection of resources aligned to the theme of Imagination. There are resources for educators, families, and students.

We Dream a World: Memory Match

After reading We Dream a World by Yolanda Renee King, use this Memory Matching puzzle to help students build familiarity with the book’s vocabulary words.

We Dream a World: Criss Cross

This printable and interactive Cross Cross puzzle aligns with We Dream a World by Yolanda Renee King.

We Dream a World: Word Search

After reading We Dream a World by Yolanda Renee King, use this printable and interactive Word Search Puzzle to extend student learning.
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We Dream a World: Carrying the Light From My Grandparents Martin Luther King, Jr. and Coretta Scott King

Written by Yolanda Renee King and Illustrated by Nicole Tadgell
What would the world look like if everyone were treated with kindness, fairness, and love? Yolanda Renee King, the granddaughter of Dr. Martin Luther King, Jr. and Coretta Scott King, wrote this book as a love letter to her grandparents and a dream for a better future. Could you be one of the next great dreamers who helps make that world come true?
Pre-K - 3rd

Rally to Read | Imagination 2025-26 | Margaret and the Moon: Pre/Post Activities

Use these activities to accompany your reading of the book on the topic of Imagination: Margaret and the Moon.

Rally to Read | Imagination 2025-26 | The Day the Books Disappeared: Pre/Post Activities

Use these activities to accompany your reading of the book on the topic of Imagination: The Day the Books Disappeared.

Rally to Read | Changemakers 2025-26 | The Cookie Vote: Pre/Post Activities

Use these activities to accompany your reading of the book on the topic of Wellness: Changemakers: The Cookie Vote.

Rally to Read | Changemakers 2025-26 | Marianne the Maker: Pre/Post Activities

Use these activities to accompany your reading of the book on the topic of Changemakers: Marianne the Maker.

Rally to Read | Wellness 2025-26 | Good Night Thoughts: Pre/Post Activities

Use these activities to accompany your reading of the book on the topic of Wellness: Good Night Thoughts.

Rally to Read | Wellness 2025-26 | My Path: Pre/Post Activities

Use these pre/post activities to accompany your reading of the book on the topic of Wellness: My Path.

Rally to Read: Nature Puzzles/Games 2025-26

A collection of puzzles and games aligned to the theme of Nature.

Rally to Read: Nature Activity Packet 2025-26

A collection of resources aligned to the theme of Nature. There are resources for educators, families, and students.

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