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America Celebrates: The Most Incredible and Influential People, Places & Events of the Last 250 Years

Written by Aubre Andrus
This book explores 250 years of American history through important people, places, and events that helped shape the country.
3rd - 7th
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Forgotten Founders: Black Patriots, Women Soldiers, and Other Thinkers and Heroes Who Shaped Early America

Written by Mifflin Lowe and Illustrated by Wiliam Luong
This book shares the stories of the diverse people who helped shape the founding of America but are often left out of history books.
2nd - 7th
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History Smashers: The American Revolution

Written by Kate Messner and Illustrated by Justin Greenwood
This book uncovers surprising facts and myths about the Revolutionary War, helping readers discover what really happened in history.
3rd - 7th

Celebrate America 250 Activity Packet

Celebrate America’s 250th anniversary with activities that encourage readers to explore the stories, experiences, and contributions that have shaped our nation. This packet helps learners build connections, reflect on history, and celebrate the many voices that are part of America’s story.
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America's Founding Myths...And What REALLY Happened

Written by Christy Mihaly and Illustrated by Marta Sevilla
This book explores famous stories from American history and helps readers separate myths from historical facts.
2nd - 8th
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A Song for Gwendolyn Brooks (People Who Shaped Our World)

Written by Alice Faye Duncan and Illustrated by Xia Gordon
This biography celebrates Gwendolyn Brooks, a talented poet whose words captured everyday life and inspired generations of readers and writers.
K - 8th

Call It Courage: Anticipation Guide

Use this Anticipation Guide before reading to activate students’ prior knowledge, build curiosity about the topic, and set a purpose for reading.

Freestyle: Criss Cross

This printable and interactive Cross Cross puzzle aligns with Freestyle by Gale Galligan.

Freestyle: Word Search

After reading Freestyle by Gale Galligan, use this printable and interactive Word Search Puzzle to extend student learning. Find and cycle words across, down, and diagonally.

Solving for M: Criss Cross

This printable and interactive Cross Cross puzzle aligns with Solving for M by Jennifer Swender.

Solving for M: Word Search

After reading Solving for M by Jennifer Swender, use this printable and interactive Word Search Puzzle to extend student learning. Find and cycle words across, down, and diagonally.

The Tyrell Show: Season One: Criss Cross

This printable and interactive Cross Cross puzzle aligns with The Tyrell Show: Season One by Miles Grose.

The Tyrell Show: Season One: Word Search

After reading The Tyrell Show: Season One by Miles Grose, use this printable and interactive Word Search Puzzle to extend student learning. Find and cycle words across, down, and diagonally.

Art Club: Criss Cross

This printable and interactive Cross Cross puzzle aligns with Art Club by Rashad Doucet.

The Organic Artist for Kids: Criss Cross

This printable and interactive Cross Cross puzzle aligns with The Organic Artist for Kids by Nick Neddo.

The Organic Artist for Kids: Word Search

After reading The Organic Artist for Kids by Nick Neddo, use this printable and interactive Word Search Puzzle to extend student learning. Find and cycle words across and down.

The Organic Artist for Kids: Memory Match

After reading The Organic Artist for Kids by Nick Neddo, use this Memory Matching puzzle to help students build familiarity with the book’s vocabulary words.
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K-Pop Shadow Warriors: 10 Fantasy 5-Minute Stories of Music, Magic & Courage to Beat Inner Demons for Kids Ages 8–12

Written by Minah Solen
Yuna loved practicing her K‑pop dance routines, but one day something strange happened. Her mirror began whispering unkind things like, “You’re not good enough. Everyone else is better.” Then, right before her eyes, a dark Shadow stepped out of the mirror. Yuna realized it wasn’t just her reflection—it was a creature that grew stronger whenever she doubted herself.
3rd - 7th

Kids' Field Guide to Birds: Criss Cross

This printable and interactive Cross Cross puzzle aligns with Kids’ Field Guide to Birds by Daisy Yuhas.

Kids' Field Guide to Birds: Word Search

After reading Kids' Field Guide to Birds by Daisy Yuhas, use this printable and interactive Word Search Puzzle to extend student learning. Find and cycle words across, down, and diagonally.
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Kids' Field Guide to Birds

Written by Daisy Yuhas
RIF Summer Camp: Reading Explorers Badge. Have you ever wondered why some birds can soar for hours without flapping their wings, or how a tiny hummingbird drinks from a flower? Kids' Field Guide to Birds takes you on an adventure through the incredible world of birds, from busy city streets to quiet forests and everything in between.
3rd - 7th
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The Organic Artist for Kids: A DIY Guide to Making Your Own Eco-Friendly Art Supplies from Nature

Written by Nick Neddo
RIF Summer Camp: Artistic Avenues Badge. Did you know you can make your own paint from rocks and ink from plants? In this book, you'll head outside and turn nature into your very own art supply kit. What amazing thing will you create first?
Pre-K - 7th
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Earth Heroes

Written by Lily Dyu and Illustrated by Jackie Lay
Can one person help save the Earth? This book shares inspiring true stories about real-life heroes from around the world who are helping our planet and showing that even one person can make a big difference.
3rd - 7th
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Ten Mile Day and the Building of the Transcontinental Railroad

Written by Mary Ann Fraser

In 1869, a group of hardworking Chinese railroad workers were given an almost impossible challenge...

3rd - 7th

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