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Nano: The Spectacular Science of the Very (Very) Small

Written by Dr. Jess Wade and Illustrated by Melissa Castrillón
A brilliant physicist—and first‑time picture‑book author—invites readers to explore the teeny‑tiny building blocks that make up everything in our world. Friendly, simple text and bright, stylish pictures explain atoms, elements, and other big science ideas.
K - 4th
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Artificial Intelligence (Cutting Edge Technology)

Written by Betsy Rathburn
Artificial intelligence is everywhere! It helps in our classrooms, in hospitals, and even inside the smartphones we carry around. But how does this smart technology actually work? Where did it come from? And what might it do in the future?
3rd - 7th
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Supa Nova: A Graphic Novel

Written and Illustrated by Chanté Timothy
Nova is shocked when she learns how much plastic is hurting our planet—and that giant “trash islands” are floating in the ocean. Luckily, she has a super‑secret science lab in her basement. No problem is too big for SUPA NOVA… or for SCIENCE!
2nd - 5th

Code 7: Cracking the Code for an Epic Life: Read Aloud Guide

Use this Read Aloud Guide before, during, and after reading the book, Code 7: Cracking the Code for an Epic Life.

Code 7: Cracking the Code for an Epic Life: Frayer Model

Use this graphic organizer to deepen vocabulary knowledge with the book, Code 7: Cracking the Code for an Epic Life.

Code 7: Cracking the Code for an Epic Life: Vocabulary Guide

Use this Vocabulary Guide to identify Tier 2 vocabulary words in the book, Code 7: Cracking the Code for an Epic Life.

Anansí and Turtle Go to Dinner: Read Aloud Guide

Use this Read Aloud Guide before, during, and after reading the book, Anansí and Turtle Go to Dinner.

Anansí and Turtle Go to Dinner: Vocabulary Guide

Use this Vocabulary Guide to identify Tier 2 vocabulary words in the book, Anansí and Turtle Go to Dinner.

Anansí and Turtle Go to Dinner: Frayer Model

Use this graphic organizer to deepen vocabulary knowledge with the book, Anansí and Turtle Go to Dinner.

Using Repeated Reading to Build Fluency

This educator guide explains how repeated reading strengthens accuracy, automaticity, appropriate rate, expression, and comprehension, and provides a simple five-step routine for putting the strategy into practice.
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We are the Wright Brothers (Ordinary People Change the World)

Written by Brad Meltzer and Illustrated by Christopher Eliopoulos

Orville and Wilbur Wright loved taking things apart and figuring out how they worked. Ever since...

K - 4th
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Fantastic Flora: The World’s Biggest, Baddest, and Smelliest Plants

Written by Ann McCallum Staats and Illustrated by Zoë Ingram
Ready to explore some super‑strange plants? Open this book and discover the amazing tricks plants use to survive!
3rd - 7th
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A Quilt of Stars: Astronaut Karen Nyberg Stitches a Dream

Written by Karen Nyberg & Ann McCallum Staats and Illustrated by Alida Massari
Dr. Karen Nyberg always dreamed of reaching the stars. And when she finally made it to space, she wanted to share the amazing view with everyone back on Earth. From far away, she thought our planet looked like a giant quilt made of different people, places, and colors. So she decided to use her sewing skills — in space!
Pre-K - 3rd
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You Belong in the Wild

Written by Dr. Rae Wynn-Grant and Illustrated by Sawyer Cloud
Noa loves everything about nature. She watches wildlife shows, plays pretend with her stuffed animals, and shares cool animal facts with her mom. But when she looks at the people who work in nature, none of them seem to look like her.
Pre-K - 3rd
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How to be an Astronaut and Other Space Jobs

Written by Dr. Sheila Kanani and Illustrated by Sol Linero
Do you think you have what it takes to be an astronaut, build a spaceship, or help run Mission Control? This book explores all kinds of amazing space jobs—from cooking meals for astronauts to designing spacesuits to searching for new planets we might live on someday.
2nd - 5th
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Swing!

Written and Illustrated by James Yang
A young girl loves playing tennis with her dad. She dreams of being just like her hero, Arthur Ashe. But sometimes her thoughts feel like they’re bouncing all over the place—just like a tennis ball—and it’s hard for her to stay calm.
Pre-K - 3rd

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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