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The Witches: Novel Discussion Guide

Use this Novel Discussion Guide before, during, and after reading the book, The Witches.

The Witches: Vocabulary Guide

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

The Witches: Frayer Model

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

More Scary Stories to tell in the Dark: Novel Discussion Guide

Use this Read Aloud Guide before, during, and after reading the book, More Scary Stories to Tell in the Dark by Alvin Schwartz.

More Scary Stories to tell in the Dark: Vocabulary Guide

Use this Vocabulary Guide to identify Tier 2 vocabulary words in the book, More Scary Stories to Tell in the Dark by Alvin Schwartz.

More Scary Stories to tell in the Dark: Frayer Model

Use this graphic organizer to deepen vocabulary knowledge with the book, More Scary Stories to Tell in the Dark by Alvin Schwartz.

More Scary Stories to tell in the Dark: Criss Cross

This printable and interactive Criss Cross puzzle aligns with More Scary Stories to Tell in the Dark by Alvin Schwartz.

More Scary Stories to tell in the Dark: Word Search

After reading More Scary Stories to Tell in the Dark by Alvin Schwartz, use this printable and interactive Word Search puzzle to extend student learning. Find and circle words across, down, and diagonally.
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Twenty-One Steps: Guarding the Tomb of the Unknown Soldier

Written by Jeff Gottesfeld and Illustrated by Matt Tavares
This book explains how the unidentified soldiers came to rest at Arlington and how their fellow soldiers began keeping watch over them.
3rd - 6th
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Honor Flight: Celebrating America's Veterans

Written by Jeff Gottesfeld and Illustrated by Matt Tavares
This story is told by an unnamed veteran. Through his eyes, readers feel the powerful emotions of the visit—from seeing the monuments up close to receiving heartfelt messages from friends and schoolchildren. The journey ends with a warm “welcome home,” something some veterans never got when they first returned from war.
2nd - 5th
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The Fearless and the Fallen

Written by Sarah Doran and Illustrated by Jennifer Harms (Illustrator) & Misty Black (Designer)
Ace and Gunner race from one display to the next, reading every sign they can find. Each stop teaches them something new about history and about the brave things U.S. troops have done.
K - 5th
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Home Moves With Me

Written by Kathy Feedham Raggio and Illustrated by Quinette Cook
A child and their family pack up, drive off, and settle into a brand‑new house. Along the way, the child learns that home isn’t just a building or an address. Home is the people you love and the memories you carry with you wherever you go.
Pre-K - 3rd
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When You Dream Big!

Written and Illustrated by Peter H. Reynolds
It’s Dream Big Week at school, and everyone is excited to share what they want to be someday. Everyone…except Charley. She isn’t sure what her future looks like, and that makes her feel a little stuck.
Pre-K - 3rd
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The Lemonade War

Written by Jacqueline Davies
For a whole hour, Evan poured lemonade. Cup after cup, pitcher after pitcher. Wow, he thought as he tipped out the last drops of his fourth pitcher, the world is really thirsty. And I’m the Lemonade King.
3rd - 7th
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Rock, Brock, and the Savings Shock (Money Tales)

Written by Sheila Bair and Illustrated by Barry Gott
Rock and Brock are twins, but you’d never guess it—they’re as different as can be! One Saturday, their grandpa gives them a special challenge. For ten weeks in a row, he’ll hand each of them one dollar. But there’s a twist!
1st - 5th
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Kofi Goes to the Bank (Leaders Are Readers)

Written by Dr. Artika R. Tyner and Illustrated by Bilal Karaca
Kofi is a young boy eager to save his money to buy a djembe drum. With the help of his grandfather, Kofi learns the basics of saving by opening his first savings account.
Pre-K - 3rd
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Mari and the Great Market Swap

Written by Janelle Springer-Willms and Illustrated by Juliana Eigner
When customers can’t reach the weekly market, Mari comes up with a creative solution to help her fellow vendors.
1st - 3rd
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Sam and the Lucky Money

Written by Karen Chinn and Illustrated by Cornelius Van Wright and Ying-Hwa Hu

Sam can hardly wait to go shopping with his mom. It’s Chinese New Year, and his grandparents have...

Pre-K - 3rd
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World at War, 1944 (Magic Tree House, Super Edition, #1)

Written by Mary Pope Osborne and Illustrated by Sal Murdocca
When the magic tree house takes Jack and Annie back to World War II, Europe is in trouble! It is June 1944 and the brother-and-sister team must go behind enemy lines and crack a code that could save a lot of lives.
2nd - 5th

Walk Two Moons: Novel Discussion Guide

Use this Read Aloud Guide before, during, and after reading the book, Walk Two Moons.

Walk Two Moons: Vocabulary Guide

Use this Vocabulary Guide to identify Tier 2 vocabulary words in the book, Walk Two Moons.

Walk Two Moons: Anticipation Guide

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

Walk Two Moons: Frayer Model

Use this graphic organizer to deepen vocabulary knowledge with the book, Walk Two Moons.

Matilda: Novel Discussion Guide

Use this Novel Discussion Guide before, during, and after reading the book, Matilda by Roald Dahl.

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