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Cloudy With A Chance of Meatballs: Frayer Model

Use this graphic organizer to deepen vocabulary knowledge.

Strega Nona: Vocabulary Guide

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

Strega Nona: Frayer Model

Use this graphic organizer to deepen vocabulary knowledge.

Strega Nona: Criss Cross

This printable and interactive Cross Cross puzzle aligns with Strega Nona by Tomie dePaola.

Strega Nona: Word Search

After reading Strega Nona by Tomie dePaola, use this printable and interactive Word Search Puzzle to extend student learning. Find and cycle words across and down.

Where the Sidewalk Ends: Vocabulary Guide

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

Where the Sidewalk Ends: Frayer Model

Use this graphic organizer to deepen vocabulary knowledge.

Where the Sidewalk Ends: Criss Cross

This printable and interactive Cross Cross puzzle aligns with Where the Sidewalk Ends by Shel Silverstein.

Alexander and the Terrible, Horrible, No Good, Very Bad Day: Vocabulary Guide

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

Alexander and the Terrible, Horrible, No Good, Very Bad Day: Frayer Model

Use this graphic organizer to deepen vocabulary knowledge.

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Tales of Heroes

Written by Pleasant DeSpain
What does it really take to be a hero? Do you need giant muscles, towering height, or endless power? Not at all. Sometimes being a hero starts with quick thinking, a brave heart, or the simple choice to help someone else. When we read about the bold characters in these stories, we can feel our own inner hero waking up, reminding us that we all have the power to do good.
3rd - 6th
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Tales of Enchantment

Written by Pleasant DeSpain
Since people first began telling stories, magic has always been part of the most exciting ones—moments when something amazing happens, a hero is changed, or the whole story takes a surprising turn. And really, a little magic appears every time a story is shared. The storyteller becomes the magician, and for a while, the story, the teller, and the listeners all feel connected.
3rd - 5th

El Deafo: Frayer Model

Use this graphic organizer to deepen vocabulary knowledge.

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Tales of Cats

Written by Pleasant DeSpain and Illustrated by Don Bell
This book is perfect for anyone who adores cats. All around the world, people see cats as special—sometimes magical, sometimes mysterious, always full of personality. The nine stories in this collection show cats at their very best. Some are sweet, some are sneaky, some are brave or stubborn, but every single one is clever.
3rd - 5th
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Sweet Land of Story: Thirty-Six American Tales to Tell

Written by Pleasant DeSpain and Illustrated by Don Bell
This special collection of American folktales travels all across the country—from Alaska’s icy tundra to Virginia’s soft green hills, from Louisiana’s steamy bayous to the wide‑open prairies of South Dakota. The author tells each story in his gentle, welcoming style, making every tale feel like it’s being shared around a cozy campfire.
3rd - 7th
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Stories of Hope and Spirit: Folktales from Eastern Europe

Written by Dan Keding
For a long, long time, Eastern Europe has been a place where many different peoples, languages, and traditions meet. Sometimes there were disagreements, and sometimes there was great cooperation—but through it all, people told stories. These folktales show just how diverse the region is, and each one shares a challenge that can be faced with clever thinking, bravery, and hope.
3rd - 7th
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Feathers

Feathers: A Jewish Tale from Eastern Europe

Written by Heather Forest and Illustrated by Marcia Cutchin
Feathers: A Jewish Tale from Eastern Europe is a beautifully illustrated children's picture book that teaches a timeless lesson about the dangers of gossip.
K - 3rd
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American Children's Folklore

American Children's Folklore

Written by Simon J. Bronner
American Children's Folklore is an engaging anthology that captures the real songs, games, and secret languages kids use every day.
1st - 3rd
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Storytime Stretchers

Storytime Stretchers: Tongue Twisters, Choruses, Games, and Charades

Written by Naomi Baltuck
Storytime Stretchers is an essential resource for teachers and storytellers looking to engage audiences of all ages with fun, high-energy activities.
Pre-K - 3rd
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Archer and the Sun

The Archer and the Sun

Written by Rob Cleveland and Illustrated by Baird Hoffmire
When ten suns make the earth too hot to inhabit, a brave archer must use his skills to bring balance back to the world.
Pre-K - 3rd
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Farm On Nippersink Creek

Farm On Nippersink Creek: Stories from a Midwestern Childhood

Written by Jim May
Discover a heartwarming collection of stories about growing up in the rural Midwest during the 1950s.
3rd - 10th
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Big Doc's Girl

Big Doc's Girl

Written by Mary Medearis
Big Doc's Girl is a classic coming-of-age story set in rural Arkansas, following a young woman named Mary as she balances her dreams of becoming a concert pianist with her family responsibilities.
3rd - 6th
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Asian Tales

Asian Tales and Tellers

Written by Cathy Spagnoli
Asian Tales and Tellers is a diverse collection featuring more than thirty traditional stories from across the rich Asian cultural landscape.
3rd - 9th
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African American Folktales

African-American Folktales

Written by Richard Young and Judy Young
African-American Folktales is a lively collection of over 30 traditional stories designed to engage and entertain young readers.
3rd - 7th

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