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Forgotten Founders book cover

Forgotten Founders: Black Patriots, Women Soldiers, and Other Thinkers and Heroes Who Shaped Early America

Written by Mifflin Lowe and Illustrated by Wiliam Luong
This book shares the stories of the diverse people who helped shape the founding of America but are often left out of history books.
2nd - 7th
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history smashers american revolution book cover

History Smashers: The American Revolution

Written by Kate Messner and Illustrated by Justin Greenwood
This book uncovers surprising facts and myths about the Revolutionary War, helping readers discover what really happened in history.
3rd - 7th

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.
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America's Founding Myths book cover

America's Founding Myths...And What REALLY Happened

Written by Christy Mihaly and Illustrated by Marta Sevilla
This book explores famous stories from American history and helps readers separate myths from historical facts.
2nd - 8th
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A Song for Gwendolyn Brooks book cover

A Song for Gwendolyn Brooks (People Who Shaped Our World)

Written by Alice Faye Duncan and Illustrated by Xia Gordon
This biography celebrates Gwendolyn Brooks, a talented poet whose words captured everyday life and inspired generations of readers and writers.
K - 8th

My Name Is Harriet Mansoor (NOT Hairy Man Suit!): Book Club Activity Packet

Extend students' reading experience with this engaging Book Club Activity Packet for My Name Is Harriet Mansoor (Not Hairy Man Suit) by Mitra Ardalan.

My Name Is Harriet Mansoor (NOT Hairy Man Suit!): Word Search

After reading My Name Is Harriet Mansoor (NOT Hairy Man Suit!) by Dr. Haleh Massey, use this printable and interactive Word Search puzzle to extend student learning. Search for vocabulary words connected to the book's themes and ideas. Find and circle words across, down, and diagonally.

My Name Is Harriet Mansoor (NOT Hairy Man Suit!): Criss Cross

This printable and interactive Criss Cross puzzle aligns with the themes and vocabulary connected to My Name Is Harriet Mansoor (Not Hairy Man Suit) by Mitra Ardalan.
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My Name Is Harriet Mansoor book cover

My Name Is Harriet Mansoor (NOT Hairy Man Suit!)

Written by Dr. Haleh Massey and Illustrated by Rashin Kheiriyeh
Harriet is an 11-year-old trying to survive middle school drama, bullying, and big changes at home during a chaotic school camping trip.
4th - 7th

Call It Courage: Anticipation Guide

Use this Anticipation Guide before reading to activate students’ prior knowledge, build curiosity about the topic, and set a purpose for reading.

Freestyle: Criss Cross

This printable and interactive Cross Cross puzzle aligns with Freestyle by Gale Galligan.

Freestyle: Word Search

After reading Freestyle by Gale Galligan, use this printable and interactive Word Search Puzzle to extend student learning. Find and cycle words across, down, and diagonally.

Solving for M: Criss Cross

This printable and interactive Cross Cross puzzle aligns with Solving for M by Jennifer Swender.

Solving for M: Word Search

After reading Solving for M by Jennifer Swender, use this printable and interactive Word Search Puzzle to extend student learning. Find and cycle words across, down, and diagonally.

A Wrinkle In Time: The Graphic Novel: Criss Cross

This printable and interactive Cross Cross puzzle aligns with A Wrinkle In Time: The Graphic Novel by Hope Larson.

A Wrinkle In Time: The Graphic Novel: Word Search

After reading A Wrinkle In Time: The Graphic Novel by Hope Larson, use this printable and interactive Word Search Puzzle to extend student learning. Find and cycle words across, down, and diagonally.

The Tyrell Show: Season One: Criss Cross

This printable and interactive Cross Cross puzzle aligns with The Tyrell Show: Season One by Miles Grose.

The Tyrell Show: Season One: Word Search

After reading The Tyrell Show: Season One by Miles Grose, use this printable and interactive Word Search Puzzle to extend student learning. Find and cycle words across, down, and diagonally.

Art Club: Criss Cross

This printable and interactive Cross Cross puzzle aligns with Art Club by Rashad Doucet.

Jiu-Jitsu Girl: Criss Cross

This printable and interactive Cross Cross puzzle aligns with Jiu-Jitsu Girl by Jennifer Dutton.

Jiu-Jitsu Girl: Word Search

After reading Jiu-Jitsu Girl by Jennifer Dutton, use this printable and interactive Word Search Puzzle to extend student learning.

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.

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