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Europe (Rookie Read-About Geography: Continents)

Written by Rebecca Hirsch
An introduction to the geography and people of Europe.
Pre-K - 1st
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South America (Rookie Read-About Geography: Continents)

Written by Rebecca Hirsch
An incredible variety of climates and biomes span the territory of South America. As a result, the continent contains some of the greatest biodiversity on Earth.
K - 2nd

Catching Kindness: Read Aloud Guide

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

Catching Kindness: Vocabulary Guide

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

Catching Kindness: Frayer Model

Use this graphic organizer to deepen vocabulary knowledge.

Catching Kindness: Criss Cross

This printable and interactive Criss Cross puzzle aligns with Catching Kindness by Kara M. Mitchell.

Catching Kindness: Word Search

After reading Catching Kindness by Kara M. Mitchell, use this printable and interactive Word Search puzzle to extend student learning. Find and circle words across and down.
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Catching Kindness

Written and Illustrated by Kara M. Mitchell
Can one small act of kindness change someone’s day? In this grocery store, it just might. Catching Kindness is a heartwarming picture book that shows how compassion can ripple through everyday moments.
K - 3rd
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Aloha Everything

Written by Kaylin Melia George and Illustrated by Mae Waite

Winner of the Asian/Pacific American Award for Literature

In this exciting adventure, you'll...

K - 3rd

Miss Martin Is a Martian: Read Aloud Guide

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

Miss Martin Is a Martian: Frayer Model

Use this graphic organizer to deepen vocabulary knowledge.

Miss Martin Is a Martian: Vocabulary Guide

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

Miss Martin Is a Martian: Criss Cross

This printable and interactive Criss Cross puzzle aligns with Miss Martin Is a Martian by Colleen...

Miss Martin Is a Martian: Word Search

After reading Miss Martin Is a Martian by Colleen Murray Fisher, use this printable and interactive...

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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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From the Bellybutton of the Moon: And Other Summer Poems / Del Ombligo de la Luna: Y Otros Poemas de Verano

Written by Francisco X. Alarcón and Illustrated by Maya Christina Gonzalez

With a poet's magical vision, Francisco X. Alarcón takes young readers back to his childhood when he...

1st - 6th
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Family Pictures/Cuadros de Familia

Written by Carmen Lomas Garza (Paintings & Stories) and Illustrated by Sandra Cisneros (Introduction) & Pat Mora (Afterword)

Family Pictures is the story of Carmen Lomas Garza's girlhood: celebrating birthdays, making tamales...

1st - 6th
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Diwali (Rookie Read-About® Holidays)

Written by Trudi Strain Trueit

This fact-filled Rookie Read-About Holiday book introduces the youngest readers to Diwali. Colorful...

Pre-K - 2nd
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The Little Green Hen

Written by Alison Murray
A timely retelling plays off "The Little Red Hen" with an environmental slant.
Pre-K - 2nd
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Goldilocks and the Three Bears

Written by Parragon Books and Illustrated by Gavin Scott

The classic tale of Goldilocks and the Three Bears comes to life in this vibrant retelling perfect...

Pre-K - K
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Rainbow Weaver/Tejedora del Arcoíris

Written by Linda Elovitz Marshall and Illustrated by Elisa Chavarri
Rainbow Weaver/Tejedora del Arcoíris is a story about perseverance, community, and the ancient Mayan art of weaving.
Pre-K - 3rd
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Penguins Ready to Go, Go, Go!

Written by Deborah Lee Rose

Children love Emperor penguins―they’re so waddly and their chicks are so fluffy. In Penguins Ready...

Pre-K - 3rd

On My Block: Stories and Paintings by Fifteen Artists: Criss Cross

This printable and interactive criss cross puzzle aligns with On My Block: Stories and Paintings by...

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