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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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Fiesta!

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
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Don't Kill Santa

Don't Kill Santa!: Christmas Stories

Written by Donald Davis
Renowned storyteller Donald Davis shares a humorous collection of nostalgic anecdotes about growing up in rural Appalachia during the holidays.
3rd - 7th
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Ancient and Epic Tales

Ancient and Epic Tales: From Around the World

Written by Heather Forest
Using artful prose and dramatic dialogue, Heather Forest transforms complex oral traditions into accessible narratives that explore the human condition and the timeless journey of self-discovery.
3rd - 5th
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Bully Goat Grim

Bully Goat Grim: A Maynard Moose Tale

Written by Willy Claflin and Illustrated by James Stimson
In this fractured fairy tale, a bully goat with "Random Hostility Syndrome" is outsmarted by a resourceful baby troll using only a pillow and bed sheets.
2nd - 6th

The Crayon Man: Vocabulary Guide

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

The Crayon Man: Discussion Guide for Families

Use this Read Aloud Guide before, during, and after reading.

The Crayon Man: Read Aloud Guide

Use this Read Aloud Guide before, during, and after reading.

The Crayon Man: Frayer Model

Use this graphic organizer to deepen vocabulary knowledge.

The Christmas Fairy of Strasbourg: Frayer Model

Use this graphic organizer to deepen vocabulary knowledge.

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The Christmas Fairy of Strasbourg

Written by Storytime and Illustrated by Monica Garofalo
A count loses a ring and finds a fairy bride in this magical Christmas tale!
2nd - 5th

George Crum and the Saratoga Chip: Lee & Low Teacher's Guide

The Teacher’s Guide provided by Lee & Low Books includes a book summary, background, discussion...

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The Crayon Man: The True Story of the Invention of Crayola Crayons

Written by Natascha Biebow and Illustrated by Steven Salerno

What child doesn't love to hold a crayon in their hands? But children didn't always have such...

1st - 4th
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George Crum and the Saratoga Chip

Written by Gaylia Taylor and Illustrated by Frank Morrison

Growing up in the 1830s in Saratoga Springs, New York, isn't easy for George Crum. Picked on at...

2nd - 5th
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The Land Knows Me: A Nature Walk Exploring Indigenous Wisdom

Written by Leigh Joseph and Illustrated by Natalie Schnitter

Through the Squamish language and cultural traditions, learn about Indigenous plant relationships...

1st - 6th

The Great Stink: Guide for Families (en Español)

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

The Great Stink: Guide for Families (አማርኛ)

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

The Farm That Feeds Us: Guide for Families (en Español)

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

The Farm That Feeds Us: Guide for Families (አማርኛ)

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

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Leafy Landmarks: Travels with Trees

Written by Michelle Schaub and Illustrated by Anne Lambelet

Road trips can be a lot of fun, especially when there are intriguing places to visit and new things...

1st - 4th
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A Planet is a Poem

Written by Amanda West Lewis and Illustrated by Oliver Averill

Science and poetry combine in an out-of-this-world exploration of the wonders of our solar system.

Fr...

3rd - 7th

The Great Stink: Guide For Families

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

The Farm That Feeds Us: Guide For Families

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

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What Is Juneteenth?

Written by Kirsti Jewel

On June 19, 1865, a group of enslaved men, women, and children in Texas gathered around a Union...

3rd - 7th

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