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Days to Celebrate

Written by Lee Bennett Hopkins and Illustrated by Stephen Alcorn
A month-by-month guide to special days of the year. Discover poems recognizing holidays and seasons...
3rd - 7th
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Song and Dance Man

Written by Karen Ackerman and Illustrated by Stephen Gammell
This sweet story depicts a grandfather as he reminisces with his grandchildren about his youth as a...
Pre-K - 2nd
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I See Reality: Twelve Short Stories About Real Life

Written by Grace Kendall (Editor), Kristin Elizabeth Clark (Contributor), Heather Demetrios (Contributor), Stephen Emond (Contributor) and Patrick Flores-Scott (Contributor)
An anthology of twelve original short stories by top authors exploring real issues for real teens...
9th - 12th
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Little Boo

Written by Wunderli and Stephen and Illustrated by Tim
The leaves fall, the wind blows, and one little pumpkin seed tries and tries to be scary. But he...
Pre-K - 2nd
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Bright Lights Dark Nights

Written by Emond and Stephen
A story about first love, first fights, and finding yourself in a messed up world, from Stephen...
7th - 12th
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Mountain Chef: How One Man Lost His Groceries, Changed His Plans, and Helped Cook Up the National Park Service

Written by Annette Bay Pimentel and Illustrated by Rich Lo
The true story of a Chinese American mountain man who fed thirty people for ten days in the...
1st - 4th
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Mixed-Up Truck

Written by Stephen Savage
It's Cement Mixer's first day on the job and he doesn't want to make any mistakes. How can he help...
Pre-K - 1st
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Swimming (Innovation in Sports)

Written by Stephen Timblin
In the complex world of the 21st century, the ability to use innovation to solve problems or make...
3rd - 8th
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The Perks Of Being A Wallflower

Written by Stephen Chbosky
The critically acclaimed debut novel from Stephen Chbosky, Perks follows observant “wallflower”...
9th - 12th
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Into the Unknown: How Great Explorers Found Their Way by Land, Sea, and Air

Written by Stewart Ross and Illustrated by Stephen Biesty

Ready to relive some of the most daring voyages of all time? Unfold these spectacular cross sections...

3rd - 7th
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Supertruck

Written by Stephen Savage
A superhero clears the roads after a colossal snowstorm—but who is this mysterious hero, and why...
Pre-K - 1st
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The Hero Two Doors Down

Written by Sharon Robinson
Based on the true story of a boy in Brooklyn who became neighbors and friends with his hero, Jackie...
4th - 7th
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DK Life Stories: Anne Frank

Written by Stephen Krensky
In this kids' biography, discover the incredible story of Anne Frank, the courageous young writer...
3rd - 7th
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DK Life Stories: Nelson Mandela

Written by Stephen Krensky
In this kids biography, discover the inspiring story of Nelson Mandela, who became the first black...
2nd - 3rd
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I Can Do It By Myself! (Empowerment Series)

Written by Stephen Krensky
This book celebrates the feats of growing out of babyhood and starting to embrace the world on your...
Pre-K - K
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Little Tug

Written by Stephen Savage
Little Tug may not be very tall or very fast, but when the big ships in the harbor need help, they...
Pre-K - 1st
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Scary Stories to Tell in the Dark

Written by Alvin Schwartz and Illustrated by Stephen Gammell

Scary Stories to Tell in the Dark is a timeless collection of chillingly scary tales and legends, in...

3rd - 7th
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Banned Books Week Collection
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Carter G. Woodson Book Award Collection
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Read Aloud Collection
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Pride Collection
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The Mysteries of Harris Burdick Classroom Guide

Project, activities, and discussion guides to accompany The Mysteries of Harris Burdick collection...
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Exploring Historical Topics Activity Guide for Grades 3-5

This activity guide supports books on exploring historical topics for grades 3-5.

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Exploring Historical Topics Activity Guide for Grades 6-8

This activity guide supports books on exploring historical topics for grades 6-8.

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