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Earth Heroes

Written by Lily Dyu and Illustrated by Jackie Lay
Can one person help save the Earth? This book shares inspiring true stories about real-life heroes from around the world who are helping our planet and showing that even one person can make a big difference.
3rd - 7th
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Passover Around the World

Written by Tami Lehman-Wilzig and Illustrated by Elizabeth Wolf

Children learn that Jewish families all over the world celebrate Passover in their own special ways...

2nd - 6th
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Ten Mile Day and the Building of the Transcontinental Railroad

Written by Mary Ann Fraser

In 1869, a group of hardworking Chinese railroad workers were given an almost impossible challenge...

3rd - 7th
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Kaho'olawe

Kahoʻolawe: The True Story of an Island and Her People

Written by Kamalani Hurley and Illustrated by Harinani Orme
Kahoʻolawe: The True Story of an Island and Her People is a poignant, award-winning picture book that chronicles the history of the smallest Hawaiian island, from its volcanic birth to its struggle under military occupation.
2nd - 5th
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Halfway to Somewhere

Halfway to Somewhere

Written by Jose Pimienta
Halfway to Somewhere is a heartfelt graphic novel that follows Ave, a middle schooler moving from Mexico to Kansas while navigating the pain of their parents' divorce and a split family.
3rd - 7th
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Croco

Croco

Written by Azul López
Croco is a vibrant picture book about a crocodile who gets stuck in a hole and must navigate the well-meaning but unsuccessful advice of his jungle friends.
2nd - 4th

The Adventures of Captain Underpants: Vocabulary Guide

Use this Vocabulary Guide to identify Tier 2 vocabulary words in the book.

The Adventures of Captain Underpants: Criss Cross

This printable and interactive Cross Cross puzzle aligns with The Adventures of Captain Underpants by Dan Pilkey.
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Kid Olympians: Winter: True Tales of Childhood from Champions and Game Changers (Kid Legends)

Written by Robin Stevenson and Illustrated by Allison Steinfeld
Kid Olympians: Winter shares true, inspiring childhood stories of Winter Olympians and Paralympians from around the world.
3rd - 7th

The True Story of the 3 Little Pigs!: Frayer Model

Use this graphic organizer to deepen vocabulary knowledge.

Snow White and Rose Red: Word Search

After reading Snow White and Rose Red by Storytime, use this printable and interactive Word Search...

Snow White and Rose Red: Criss Cross

This printable and interactive Criss Cross puzzle aligns with Snow White and Rose Red by Storytime.

"If I Had a Pot of Gold" Writing Activity

In this fun and imaginative writing activity, students write about what they would do if they found a pot of gold.
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Three Minute Tales: Stories from Around the World to Tell or Read When Time is Short

Written by Margaret Read MacDonald

Anyone who teaches, lead, or speaks in public has had the experience of needing to fill short...

3rd - 5th
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Tales of Wisdom and Justice

Written by Pleasant DeSpain
People all around the world tell stories that teach us about wisdom and fairness. These tales help us remember that when people use good judgment and treat each other kindly, everyone can live together in peace. Wisdom tales show us how important it is to listen, think carefully, and do what’s right.
3rd - 6th
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Tales of Tricksters

Written by Pleasant DeSpain
Tricksters are some of the most exciting characters in stories from all over the world. They’re clever, playful, and full of surprises. Sometimes they act a little foolish, sometimes they’re amazingly wise—and often they manage to be both at once. Their adventures remind us that using our wits can help us stand up to bullies, solve problems, and even have a little fun along the way.
3rd - 6th
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Tales of Nonsense & Tomfoolery

Written by Pleasant DeSpain
Every culture on Earth has its own lovable fools—people who mean well but somehow manage to mix things up anyway. Even though they often choose the wrong thing to do, their hearts are usually in the right place. By listening to their stories, we learn how to make better choices ourselves… and how to laugh when we have a silly moment, too.
3rd - 6th
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Tales of Insects

Written by Pleasant DeSpain and Illustrated by Don Bell
Insects have been part of our world since the very beginning. Sometimes they buzz in our ears or give us itchy bites, and sometimes they amaze us with their bright colors, clever tricks, and tiny superpowers. People everywhere have watched insects closely enough to imagine what their lives might be like, giving them stories, personalities, and even heroic moments.
3rd - 6th

Alexander and the Terrible, Horrible, No Good, Very Bad Day: Frayer Model

Use this graphic organizer to deepen vocabulary knowledge.

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Tales of Heroes

Written by Pleasant DeSpain
What does it really take to be a hero? Do you need giant muscles, towering height, or endless power? Not at all. Sometimes being a hero starts with quick thinking, a brave heart, or the simple choice to help someone else. When we read about the bold characters in these stories, we can feel our own inner hero waking up, reminding us that we all have the power to do good.
3rd - 6th
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Tales of Cats

Written by Pleasant DeSpain and Illustrated by Don Bell
This book is perfect for anyone who adores cats. All around the world, people see cats as special—sometimes magical, sometimes mysterious, always full of personality. The nine stories in this collection show cats at their very best. Some are sweet, some are sneaky, some are brave or stubborn, but every single one is clever.
3rd - 5th
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Farm On Nippersink Creek

Farm On Nippersink Creek: Stories from a Midwestern Childhood

Written by Jim May
Discover a heartwarming collection of stories about growing up in the rural Midwest during the 1950s.
3rd - 10th
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Asian Tales

Asian Tales and Tellers

Written by Cathy Spagnoli
Asian Tales and Tellers is a diverse collection featuring more than thirty traditional stories from across the rich Asian cultural landscape.
3rd - 9th
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Ride the Butterflies

Written by Donald Davis
Maybe it’s because his mother was a teacher. Or maybe it’s because he spent so much of his life in classrooms—first as a curious first grader, then as a hopeful college student, later as a seminarian, and now as a visiting writer who travels to schools all over the country. Whatever the reason, school has always been at the heart of Donald Davis’s stories, and this book gathers his very favorite school adventures.
3rd - 7th

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