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Record-Breaking USA: Celebrating America's biggest, brightest, and bravest!

Written by Clive Gifford and Illustrated by Paul Hammond

This book takes readers on a fun-filled road trip across the United States to discover amazing, unusual, and record-breaking facts from every state.

2nd - 5th

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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.

Celebrate America 250 Collection

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

Superhero Supermarket: Word Search

After reading Superhero Supermarket by Paul Bristow, use this printable and interactive Word Search puzzle to extend student learning. Find and circle words across, down, and diagonally.

Superhero Supermarket: Criss Cross

This printable and interactive Criss Cross puzzle aligns with Superhero Supermarket by Paul Bristow.

Superhero Supermarket

Written by Paul Bristow and Illustrated by Josh Cleland

The best supermarket in the world is open for business!

Pre-K - 1st

Going Places: Memory Match

After reading Going Places by Peter & Paul Reynolds, use this Memory Matching puzzle to help students build familiarity with the book’s vocabulary words.

Going Places: Criss Cross

This printable and interactive Cross Cross puzzle aligns with Going Places by Peter & Paul Reynolds.

Going Places: Word Search

After reading Going Places by Peter & Paul Reynolds, use this printable and interactive Word Search Puzzle to extend student learning.

The Monster Stick & Other Appalachian Tall Tales

Written by Paul Lepp & Bil Lepp and Illustrated by Terry Brewer

What’s the Monster Stick? It’s Paul’s gigantic fishing pole—nine feet long and packed with miles of super‑strong fishing line and shiny, custom‑made sinkers that slide like magic. From the moment Paul gets the Monster Stick, his adventures grow wilder than anything Paul Bunyan ever dreamed up. At one point, he even manages to hook a DC‑10 airplane flown by sneaky smugglers. How he does that… well, that’s part of the fun.

3rd - 8th

FIESTA!: A Celebration of Latino Festivals

Written by Sherry Shahan and Illustrated by Paul Barragan

Experience the vibrant energy of Hispanic culture in FIESTA!: A Celebration of Latino Festivals, a colorful month-by-month guide to traditional holidays. This engaging picture book uses bold illustrations and spirited poetry to introduce children to diverse Latin American traditions and celebrations.

1st - 6th

The Three Billy Goats Gruff: An Introduction to the Classic Fairy Tale

Written and Illustrated by Paul Galdone

Can the three Billy Goats Gruff cross the troll’s bridge without being eaten? Find out in the...

Infant and Toddler - K

Going Places: 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.