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Mama Learns to Drive

Mama Learns to Drive

Written by Donald Davis
Famous storyteller Donald Davis shares eight funny and touching stories about his mother growing up in North Carolina.
4th - 8th
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Guess Again

Guess Again!: Riddle Poems

Written by Lillian Morrison and Illustrated by Christy Hale
This book features 20 clever riddles about nature and wordplay that will challenge your brain. It is the perfect choice for anyone who loves to solve mysteries and share silly jokes with friends.
1st - 4th
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Five Minute Tales

Five Minute Tales: More Stories to Read and Tell When Time is Short

Written by Margaret Read MacDonald
Perfect for educators and parents, these "tellable" tales encourage audience participation and highlight universal values like fairness and responsibility.
3rd - 5th
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Eleven Turtle Tales

Eleven Turtle Tales

Written by Pleasant DeSpain
Through unhurried and wise animal characters, these adventure tales illustrate natural phenomena and timeless moral lessons for readers of all ages.
2nd - 5th
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Don't Kill Santa

Don't Kill Santa!: Christmas Stories

Written by Donald Davis
Renowned storyteller Donald Davis shares a humorous collection of nostalgic anecdotes about growing up in rural Appalachia during the holidays.
3rd - 7th
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Ancient and Epic Tales

Ancient and Epic Tales: From Around the World

Written by Heather Forest
Using artful prose and dramatic dialogue, Heather Forest transforms complex oral traditions into accessible narratives that explore the human condition and the timeless journey of self-discovery.
3rd - 5th
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Bully Goat Grim

Bully Goat Grim: A Maynard Moose Tale

Written by Willy Claflin and Illustrated by James Stimson
In this fractured fairy tale, a bully goat with "Random Hostility Syndrome" is outsmarted by a resourceful baby troll using only a pillow and bed sheets.
2nd - 6th
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Holes in My Underwear

Holes in My Underwear: Over 100 Poems that Will Knock Your Socks Off

Written by Matthew Eicheldinger
Experience the laugh-out-loud brilliance of Holes in My Underwear: Over 100 Poems That Will Knock Your Socks Off, a side-splitting collection of funny and thoughtful poems by New York Times bestselling author and middle school teacher Matthew Eicheldinger.
2nd - 4th
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The Curse of the Ten Broken Toes

Matt Sprouts and the Curse of the Ten Broken Toes

Written by Matthew Eicheldinger
Follow eleven-year-old Matt as he navigates the perils of sixth grade and a mysterious hometown myth in this heartwarming, illustrated middle school comedy.
2nd - 8th

Story Map Graphic Organizer

Use this story map to strengthen comprehension by helping readers see how the characters, setting, and events in the beginning, middle, and end connect to make the story make sense.

The Library's Secret/El secreto de la biblioteca: Read Aloud Guide for Families

Use this Read Aloud Guide for Families before, during, and after reading with your child.

The Library's Secret/El secreto de la biblioteca: Vocabulary Guide

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

The Library's Secret/El secreto de la biblioteca: Frayer Model

Use this graphic organizer to deepen vocabulary knowledge.

The Library's Secret/El secreto de la biblioteca: Word Search

Use this printable and interactive Word Search puzzle to extend student learning.

The Library's Secret/El secreto de la biblioteca: Criss Cross

This printable and interactive Criss Cross puzzle aligns with The Library's Secret/El secreto de la biblioteca by Ana Galan.

Celebrate 100 Days: Read Aloud Guide

Use this Read Aloud Guide before, during, and after reading.

Celebrate 100 Days: Vocabulary Guide

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

Celebrate 100 Days: Frayer Model

Use this graphic organizer to deepen vocabulary knowledge. 

Celebrate 100 Days: Criss Cross

This printable and interactive Criss Cross puzzle aligns with Celebrate 100 Days by Suzanne Barchers...

Celebrate 100 Days: Word Search

After reading Celebrate 100 Days by Suzanne Barchers, use this printable and interactive Word Search...

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Celebrate 100 Days

Written by Suzanne Barchers
Students count to 100 with their teacher as they celebrate the 100th day of school, using photos, charts, and diagrams to learn real-world math and build STEM skills.
K - 4th
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What Are the Winter Olympics? (Who HQ)

Written by Gail Herman and Who HQ and Illustrated by Jake Murray
Grab your skis, lace up your skates, and get ready to dive into the exciting history of the Winter Olympic Games—an international celebration of cold‑weather sports watched by millions around the globe.
3rd - 7th

The Bad Guys: Book Talk

A Book Talk is a short introduction of a book to students to activate prior knowledge, build background knowledge, and generate curiosity and excitement about the book.
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The Bad Guys

The Bad Guys

Written and Illustrated by Aaron Blabey
In the hilarious first installment of The Bad Guys series, a misunderstood crew of "scary" animals—including Mr. Wolf and Mr. Snake—embarks on a mission to become unlikely heroes through good deeds.
2nd - 5th

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