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Celebrate America 250 Activity Packet

Celebrate America’s 250th anniversary with activities that encourage readers to explore the stories, experiences, and contributions that have shaped our nation. This packet helps learners build connections, reflect on history, and celebrate the many voices that are part of America’s story.

The Organic Artist for Kids: Criss Cross

This printable and interactive Cross Cross puzzle aligns with The Organic Artist for Kids by Nick Neddo.

The Organic Artist for Kids: Word Search

After reading The Organic Artist for Kids by Nick Neddo, use this printable and interactive Word Search Puzzle to extend student learning. Find and cycle words across and down.

The Organic Artist for Kids: Memory Match

After reading The Organic Artist for Kids by Nick Neddo, use this Memory Matching puzzle to help students build familiarity with the book’s vocabulary words.

The Dot: Memory Match

After reading The Dot by Peter H. Reynolds, use this Memory Matching puzzle to help students build familiarity with the book’s vocabulary words.

The Dot: Criss Coss

This printable and interactive Cross Cross puzzle aligns with The Dot by Peter H. Reynolds.

A Sky That Sings: Memory Match

After reading A Sky That Sings by Anita Sanchez, use this Memory Matching puzzle to help students build familiarity with the book’s vocabulary words.

A Sky That Sings: Criss Cross

This printable and interactive Cross Cross puzzle aligns with A Sky That Sings by Anita Sanchez.

A Sky That Sings: Word Search

After reading A Sky That Sings by Anita Sanchez, use this printable and interactive Word Search Puzzle to extend student learning. Find and cycle words across and down.
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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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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

Dear Valentine Letter Template (black-white)

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

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.

"Dear Santa" Letter Template (black-white)

Use this Dear Santa template to help students practice writing friendly letters to Santa!

Spring Vocabulary: Word Sort

Use this interactive Word Sort to practice the spring vocabulary words in school or at home.

Fall Vocabulary: Go Fish!

Use this game to practice reading the fall vocabulary words at school or at home.

Fall Vocabulary: Four in a Row

Use this game to practice reading the fall vocabulary words at school or at home.

How to Draw the Presidents and First Ladies: Book Talk

A Book Talk is a short introduction of a book to students to activate prior knowledge, build...

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How to Draw the Presidents and First Ladies

Written and Illustrated by John Hutton

The presidents and first ladies of the United States of America have always been a popular subject...

K - 8th

Leaf Sheep of the Sea: Word Search

After reading Leaf Sheep of the Sea by Susan Verde with Emma Walton Hamilton (Editor) for...

Leaf Sheep of the Sea: Criss Cross

This printable and interactive Criss Cross puzzle aligns with Leaf Sheep of the Sea by Susan Verde...

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Leaf Sheep of the Sea

Written by Susan Verde with Emma Walton Hamilton (Editor) and Illustrated by Art Direction by Gilles Galibert and Clement Fog (Toulouse, France)

Imagine scuba diving off the coast of Japan. The water is crystal clear, and you can see big fish...

Pre-K - 5th
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The Gingerbread White House: A Pop-up Book

Written by Chuck Fischer, Roland Mesnier, & Mark Ramsdell

The holiday season at the White House is a magical time of year. The house is beautifully decorated...

Pre-K - 6th

Rally to Read: Inquiry Activity Packet 2023-24

A collection of resources aligned to the theme of Inquiry. There are resources for Educators...

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