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Sky Explorer: Criss Cross

This printable and interactive Cross Cross puzzle aligns with Sky Explorer by Elizabeth Jenner.

Sky Explorer: Word Search

After reading Sky Explorer by Elizabeth Jenner, use this printable and interactive Word Search Puzzle to extend student learning. Find and cycle words across, down, and diagonally.
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Jiu-Jitsu Girl

Written by Jennifer Dutton
RIF Summer Camp: Reading Explorers Badge. Angie just wants to fit in at her new school, but being dragged to Jiu-Jitsu practice by her family is not exactly helping her look cool. When a big tournament, some unexpected family changes, and a friendship she never saw coming all collide at once, Angie starts to question everything she thought she knew about herself.
4th - 8th
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This Book Will Make You An Artist

Written by Ruth Millington and Illustrated by Ellen Surrey
RIF Summer Camp: Artistic Avenues Badge. What if you could paint like Monet, create street art like a graffiti legend, or sculpt something totally your own, all from home? This hands-on art book takes you on a journey through some of the most amazing artwork ever created, from ancient cave paintings to modern masterpieces..
2nd - 5th
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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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50 Adventures in the 50 States

Written by Kate Siber and Illustrated by Lydia Hill
RIF Summer Camp: Reading Explorers Badge. Have you ever wanted to surf in Hawaii, explore caves in Kentucky, or race across sand dunes in Colorado? This book takes you on an outdoor adventure in every single state across the country! Which one will you add to your bucket list first?
1st - 6th
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Sportopedia: Explore more than 50 sports from around the world

Written by Adam Skinner and Illustrated by Mark Long
RIF Summer Camp: Reading Explorers Badge. Did you know there are sports out there you have probably never even heard of? This book takes you on a tour of almost every sport in the world, from soccer and gymnastics to wild ones like kabaddi and boccia. Which sport will become your new favorite?
2nd - 6th
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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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Sky Explorer: A Young Adventurer's Guide to the Sky by Day and Night (Out and About)

Written by Elizabeth Jenner and Illustrated by Anja Sušanj
RIF Summer Camp: Reading Explorers Badge. Have you ever wondered why the sky changes colors or what makes lightning flash? This guide takes you on an adventure through clouds, stars, rainbows, and planets, both day and night.
2nd - 5th
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A Sky That Sings

Written by Anita Sanchez and George Steele and Illustrated by Emily Mendoza
RIF Summer Camp: Reading Explorers Badge. Have you ever tried to find a bird just by listening to its song? Mia is blind, and she does not need her eyes to go on the most amazing bird adventure in the park with her tía!
K - 5th
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Welcome to Our Playground

Written by Moira Butterfield and Illustrated by Harriet Lynas
RIF Summer Camp: Reading Explorers Badge. What do kids just like you play all around the world? From basketball and board games to clapping games and climbing frames, children everywhere love to have fun in so many amazing ways!
2nd - 5th

The Adventures of Captain Underpants: Vocabulary Guide

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

The Adventures of Captain Underpants: Frayer Model

Use this graphic organizer to deepen vocabulary knowledge.

The Adventures of Captain Underpants: Criss Cross

This printable and interactive Cross Cross puzzle aligns with The Adventures of Captain Underpants by Dan Pilkey.

The True Story of the 3 Little Pigs!: Vocabulary Guide

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

The True Story of the 3 Little Pigs!: Frayer Model

Use this graphic organizer to deepen vocabulary knowledge.

Where's Waldo?: Word Search

After reading Where’s Waldo by Martin Hanford, use this printable and interactive Word Search Puzzle to extend student learning.

Dear Valentine Letter Template (black-white)

Use this Dear Valentine template to help students practice writing friendly letters for Valentine’s Day!

Dear Valentine Letter Template (color)

Use this Dear Valentine template to help students practice writing friendly letters for Valentine’s Day!

The Tyrell Show: Season One: 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 Tyrell Show

The Tyrell Show: Season One

Written by Miles Grose and Illustrated by Shaz Enrico Lym
RIF Summer Camp: Artistic Avenues Badge. Tyrell is convinced that sixth grade is going to be the greatest year of his life, but between a best friend acting strange, harder schoolwork, and a terrifying school show, things are not going according to plan.
3rd - 7th

When the Beat Was Born: DJ Kool Herc and the Creation of Hip Hop: 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.

The Dot: 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.

Whoosh! Lonnie Johnson's Super Soaking Stream of Inventions: 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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