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Frogness

Written by Sarah Nelson and Illustrated by Eugenie Fernandes

As rain clouds bloom across the sea and the first stars wink, Sammy and Chocolate tiptoe into the...

Pre-K - 3rd

Firefly Galaxy: Read Aloud Video

Listen to Firefly Galaxy Read Aloud by Author Sarah Nelson

Firefly Galaxy: Extenstion Activity

This printable activity aligns with Firefly Galaxy by Sarah Nelson. 

Firefly Galaxy: Coloring Page

This printable coloring page aligns with Firefly Galaxy by Sarah Nelson. 

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Firefly Galaxy

Written by Sarah Nelson and Illustrated by Estrellita Caracol

Sofia and her siblings can hardly wait for nightfall – Sofia hopes to fill a jar with fireflies...

Pre-K - 3rd
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A Letter For Bob

Written by Kim Rogers and Illustrated by Jonathan Nelson

Ever since the day Mom and Dad brought Bob home from the car dealership, Bob has been a part of...

Pre-K - 3rd
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You're Bacon Me Crazy

Written by Suzanne Nelson
Can Tessa and Asher set aside their differences and work together to help save Cleo’s beloved truck? And will Tessa finally admit to herself how she really feels...about Asher?
4th - 7th
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Pemba's Song: A Ghost Story

Written by Marilyn Nelson and Tonya C. Hegamin
Pemba knows she's not crazy. But who is that looking out at her through her mirror's eye? And why is the apparition calling her "friend"?
7th - 9th
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I Like the Wind

Written by Sarah Nelson and Illustrated by Rachel Oldfield

This book from our 'I Like the Weather' series invites young readers to share in the mystery of the...

Pre-K - 2nd

I Like the Sun: Word Search

After reading I Like the Sun! by Sarah Nelson use this printable and interactive Word Search puzzle...

I Like the Sun: Criss Cross

This printable and interactive criss cross puzzle aligns with I Like the Sun! by Sarah Nelson.

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The Great (Food) Bank Heist by Onjali Q. Rauf

Written by Onjali Q. Raúf and Illustrated by Elise Paganelli

On Thursdays, Nelson, Ashley and Mum head out to the bank. But not just any old bank – the food bank...

2nd - 7th
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Lovely Amelia Travels: Costa Rica

Written by Stephany Salazar Nelson and Illustrated by Michelle Baron

Amelia is a sweet, loving, curious and adventurous little girl. She loves to teach and tell other...

K - 4th
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The Book Itch: Freedom, Truth & Harlem's Greatest Bookstore

Written by Vaunda Micheaux Nelson and Illustrated by R. Gregory Christie

In the 1930s, Lewis's dad, Lewis Michaux Sr., had an itch he needed to scratch―a book itch. How to...

2nd - 5th
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I Like the Sun

Written by Sarah Nelson and Illustrated by Rachel Oldfield

Lyrical, rhyming text and playful, hand-painted illustrations invite young readers to share in the...

Pre-K - 2nd
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Opal Lee and What It Means to Be Free: The True Story of the Grandmother of Juneteenth

Written by Alice Faye Duncan and Illustrated by Keturah A. Bobo

Every year, Opal looked forward to the Juneteenth picnic—a drumming, dancing, delicious party. She...

Pre-K - 3rd

Lubaya's Quiet Roar: Word Search

After reading Lubaya's Quiet Roar by Marilyn Nelson use this printable and interactive Word Search...

Lubaya's Quiet Roar: Criss Cross

This printable and interactive crisscross puzzle aligns with Lubaya's Quiet Roar by Marilyn Nelson.

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Lubaya's Quiet Roar

Written by Marilyn Nelson and Illustrated by Philemona Williamson

This is a story of how every child, even the quietest, can make a difference in their community and...

K - 3rd

The Witches' Little Sister: Amazon Book Talk

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

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Donut Go Breaking My Heart: Word Search

After reading Donut Go Breaking My Heart by Suzanne Nelson use this printable and interactive Word...

Donut Go Breaking My Heart: Criss Cross

This printable and interactive crisscross puzzle aligns with Donut Go Breaking My Heart by Suzanne...

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