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All the Blues in the Sky

All the Blues in the Sky

Written by Renée Watson
Thirteen-year-old Sage struggles to navigate life and grief after her best friend unexpectedly passes away on her birthday.
5th - 8th
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Adventures of High John

Adventures of High John the Conqueror

Written by Steve Sanfield
Adventures of High John the Conqueror is a powerful collection of African American folktales featuring the legendary slave trickster who consistently outsmarted his oppressors.
3rd - 9th
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Mexican-American Folklore: Legends, Songs, Festivals, Proverbs, Crafts, Tales of Saints, of Revolutionaries, and More (American Folklore Series)

Written by John O. West
This collection opens a window into the vibrant world of Mexican‑American traditions. Inside, readers will find lively proverbs, riddles, folktales, and songs; stories about heroes like Pancho Villa and spooky urban legends; and a look at everyday customs—from family shrines and farming rituals to charreadas, the exciting Mexican‑style rodeos. There are also children’s games, home remedies, favorite foods, crafts, clothing, and so much more.
5th - 10th
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Sweet Tamales for Purim

Sweet Tamales for Purim

Written by Barbara Bietz and Illustrated by John Kanzler
In Sweet Tamales for Purim, a young girl and her friend Luis plan a festive Purim celebration in their Old West town until a hungry goat eats all the traditional pastries.
K - 2nd
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The Sundown Kid

The Sundown Kid: A Southwestern Shabbat

Written by Barbara Bietz and Illustrated by John Kanzler
In The Sundown Kid: A Southwestern Shabbat, a young boy and his family move to the desert Southwest and struggle with feeling lonely as the only Jewish family in their new town.
K - 2nd
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Hometown Humor

Written by Loyal Jones & Billy Edd Wheeler
Even with all the things that can weigh on us—crime, pollution, illness, and everyday worries—people still find ways to make each other laugh. Listen on a street corner, in a café, or around a kitchen table anywhere in America, and you’ll hear someone sharing a joke or a funny story. That kind of hometown humor helps us get through tough times.
7th - 10th
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A Natural Man

A Natural Man: The True Story of John Henry

Written by Steve Sanfield and Illustrated by Peter J. Thornton
Experience the legendary American folktale of John Henry, a powerful steel-driving man who became a symbol of courage and strength.
2nd - 7th
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Priceless Gifts

Priceless Gifts: A Tale from Italy

Written by Martha Hamilton & Mitch Weiss and Illustrated by John Kanzler
This beautifully illustrated Italian folktale teaches children that the best gifts are often the most helpful ones, rather than the most expensive. It is a funny and heartwarming story perfect for young readers who love adventure, history, and cats.
K - 3rd

Blended: 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.

Chicka Chicka Boom Boom: Word Search

After reading Chicka Chicka Boom Boom by Bill Martin Jr. and John Archambault, use this printable and interactive Word Search puzzle to extend student learning.
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The Bad Seed

Written by Jory John and Illustrated by Pete Oswald
A comedic picture book about a 'bad' seed who learns to make better choices.
Infant and Toddler - 1st
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Christmas Collection

The Couch Potato: Book Talk

A Book Talk is a short introduction of a book to students to activate prior knowledge, build...

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The Couch Potato

Written by Jory John and Illustrated by Pete Oswald

The Couch Potato has everything within reach and doesn't have to move from the sunken couch cushion...

Pre-K - 3rd

The Cool Bean: Book Talk

A Book Talk is a short introduction of a book to students to activate prior knowledge, build...

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The Cool Bean

Written by Jory John and Illustrated by Pete Oswald

Everyone knows the cool beans. They’re sooooo cool.

And then there’s the uncool has-bean . . .

Alway...

Pre-K - 3rd

How to Draw the Presidents and First Ladies: Book Talk

A Book Talk is a short introduction of a book to students to activate prior knowledge, build...

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How to Draw the Presidents and First Ladies

Written and Illustrated by John Hutton

The presidents and first ladies of the United States of America have always been a popular subject...

K - 8th
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A Picture Book of Thomas Alva Edison

Written by David A. Adler and Illustrated by John Wallner & Alexandra Wallner

Thomas Alva Edison's inventions include the phonograph, light bulb, and movie camera.

1st - 3rd
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Scare a Bear

Written by Kathy-jo Wargin and Illustrated by John Bendall-Brunello
From the author-illustrator team who created Moose on the Loose comes yet another example of the high jinks and hilarity that happens when wildlife wanders indoors.
Pre-K - 4th

Frida Kahlo and Her Animalitos: Read Aloud Guide

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

Frida Kahlo and Her Animalitos: Vocabulary Guide

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

Frida Kahlo and Her Animalitos: Frayer Model

Use this graphic organizer to deepen vocabulary knowledge.

Frida Kahlo and Her Animalitos: Criss Cross

This printable and interactive Criss Cross puzzle aligns with Frida Kahlo and Her Animalitos by...

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