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Star Crossed

Written by Barbara Dee

Twelve-year-old Mattie is thrilled when she learns the eighth grade play will be Romeo and Juliet...

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Hurricane Child

Written by Kacen Callender
Caroline Murphy is a Hurricane Child. Being born during a hurricane is unlucky, and 12-year-old Caroline has had her share of bad luck lately. But when a new student named Kalinda arrives, Caroline's luck begins to turn around.
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King and the Dragonflies

Written by Kacen Callender

Twelve-year-old Kingston James is sure his brother Khalid has turned into a dragonfly. When Khalid...

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Momentous Events in the Life of a Cactus

Written by Dusti Bowling

Just as Aven starts to feel comfortable in Stagecoach Pass, with her friends and schoolmates...

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The Fear Zone

Written by K. R. Alexander

If you don't stand up to your fears, they will destroy you. When five kids are invited to a cemetery...

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Aaron and Alexander: The Most Famous Duel in American History: Word Search

After reading Aaron and Alexander: The Most Famous Duel in American History by Don Brown use this...

Aaron and Alexander: The Most Famous Duel in American History: Criss Cross

This printable and interactive Criss Cross puzzle aligns with Aaron and Alexander: The Most Famous...

Metamorphosis of Medicine: Word Search

After reading Metamorphosis of Medicine (STEM Careers) by Sharon Coan use this printable and...

Metamorphosis of Medicine: Criss Cross

This printable and interactive Criss Cross puzzle aligns with Metamorphosis of Medicine (STEM...

Read Aloud Planning Template

Use this template to plan daily intentional read alouds to enhance students' knowledge, vocabulary...

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Henry Ford: Driving Change

Written by Lisa Greathouse

Engage students and bring history to life in the classroom with this script about Henry Ford's...

4th - 8th
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Metamorphosis of Medicine (STEM Careers)

Written by Sharon Coan

Explore the history of medicine and discover some of the inspiring career opportunities in this...

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Elf Dog and Owl Head

Written by M. T. Anderson and Illustrated by Junyi Wu

Clay has had his fill of home life. A global plague has brought the world to a screeching halt, and...

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Simon Sort of Says

Written by Erin Bow

Simon O’Keeffe’s biggest claim to fame should be the time his dad accidentally gave a squirrel a...

3rd - 7th
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Eagle Drums

Written by Nasuġraq Rainey Hopson

A magical realistic middle grade debut about the origin story of the Iñupiaq Messenger Feast, a...

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How to Draw Kawaii Manga Characters

Written by Misako Misako Rocks!

Attention manga and kawaii–loving tweens! Now you can learn to create your own adorable manga...

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Mexikid: A Graphic Memoir

Written by Pedro Martín

Pedro Martín has grown up hearing stories about his abuelito—his legendary crime-fighting...

5th - 9th

I Can't Find My Whatchamacallit!!: Discussion Guide for Families

Use this Discussion Guide before, during, and after reading with your child. 

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The Elephant in the Room

Written by Holly Goldberg Sloan

It's been almost a year since Sila's mother traveled halfway around the world to Turkey, hoping to...

5th - 9th
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The Kids' Field Guide to Birds

Written by Daisy Yuhas

Get out and see the birds! With Kids’ Field Guide to Birds in hand, spot and learn about dozens of...

3rd - 7th
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Insignificant Events in the Life of a Cactus

Written by Dusti Bowling

Aven Green loves to tell people that she lost her arms in an alligator wrestling match, or a...

3rd - 7th
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Justice Makes a Difference: The Story of Miss Freedom Fighter, Esquire

Written by Dr. Artika Tyner & Jacklyn Milton and Illustrated by Jeremy Norton & Janos Orban

"Words are powerful,' Grandma told Justice. 'They can be used in powerful ways to do good or to do...

3rd - 7th

Concept Map

Use this Concept Map before, during, or after reading to deepen students' understanding of a concept...

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The Juneteenth Cookbook: Recipes and Activities for Kids and Families to Celebrate

Written by Alliah L. Agostini & Chef Taffy Elrod and Illustrated by Sawyer Cloud

A commemoration of the end of slavery in the United States, the Juneteenth holiday has been observed...

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