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Big quiet house

A Big Quiet House

Written by Heather Forest and Illustrated by Susan Greenstein
This funny and rhythmic story teaches kids that a change in perspective can make any home feel perfect. It is an ideal read-aloud book for teaching gratitude and the value of a happy, bustling household.
K - 3rd
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Anansi and the Sky Kingdom

Anansí and the Sky Kingdom

Written by Bobby Norfolk and Sherry Norfolk and Illustrated by Baird Hoffmire
In Anansí and the Sky Kingdom, the world is dark and King Lion needs someone brave to bring back the light. After many animals fail, the clever spider Anansí uses his quick wits and trickster skills to visit the Sky Kingdom and save the world.
Pre-K - 3rd
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Surf War!

Surf War!: A Folktale from the Marshall Islands

Written by Margaret Read MacDonald and Illustrated by Geraldo Valerio
A tiny sandpiper and a giant whale start a funny but serious battle over who owns the beach. When they call in all their animal cousins to help, the birds and sea creatures soon realize that their fight is hurting the ocean they both share.
Pre-K - 3rd

The Dot: 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.
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Amelia Bedelia and the Baby

Written by Peggy Parish and Illustrated by Lynn Sweat
RIF's 60th Anniversary Highlighted Book for 1981. Amelia Bedelia babysits Missy’s baby, leading to her usual series of misunderstandings and literal interpretations that bring laughter and heart.
K - 3rd

Is Your Mama a Llama?: Guide for Families (en Español)

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

Is Your Mama a Llama?: Guide for Families (አማርኛ)

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

Is Your Mama a Llama?: Read Aloud Guide for Families

Use this Read Aloud Guide for Families before, during, and after reading with your child.

Is Your Mama a Llama?: Read Aloud Guide

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

Written and Illustrated by Lita Judge

A persevering penguin is determined to fly in this adorably inspiring picture book from the creator...

Pre-K - 3rd
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Over in the Meadow

Written by Olive A. Wadsworth and Illustrated by Ezra Jack Keats

A little turtle, two little fish, three little bluebirds, four little muskrats, five little...

Pre-K - 3rd

The Magic School Bus and the Electric Field Trip: Discussion Guide

Use this Discussion Guide before, during, and after reading

You Are What You Eat: Guide for Families (en Español)

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

You Are What You Eat: Guide for Families (አማርኛ)

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

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Dumpling Day

Written by Meera Sriram and Illustrated by Inés de Antuñano

Do you know how many ways there are to enjoy delicious dumplings? Join ten families from different...

Pre-K - 4th
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Follow That Clue!

Written by Nan Walker and Illustrated by Diane Palmisciano

With his mom away, Ravi's birthday is shaping up to be a total bust. . . until a mysterious bunch of...

K - 3rd

The Magic School Bus and the Electric Field Trip: Guide for Families (en Español)

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

The Magic School Bus and the Electric Field Trip: Guide for Families (አማርኛ)

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

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Be Prepared

Written and Illustrated by Vera Brosgol

In Be Prepared, all Vera wants to do is fit in―but that’s not easy for a Russian girl in the suburbs...

3rd - 5th
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CAMP

Written and Illustrated by Kayla Miller
Olive is sure she’ll have the best time at summer camp with her friend Willow—but while Olive makes quick friends with the other campers, Willow struggles to form connections and latches on to the only person she knows—Olive.
2nd - 6th
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Amelia Bedelia Goes Camping (I Can Read Level 2)

Written by Peggy Parish and Illustrated by Lynn Sweat
Amelia Bedelia has never been camping. She tries her best to do as the Rogers order, but pitching a tent is not the same as throwing it into the bushes, and catching a fish with bare hands does not mean keeping.
K - 3rd
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Scout Camp (Bobs and Tweets)

Written by Pepper Springfield and Illustrated by Kristy Caldwell
When a sudden storm rolls in and the scouts lose their way in the woods, will they be able to use their new skills and work together as one team to find their way back to camp? Find out in this exciting fourth adventure in the Bobs and Tweets series!
1st - 3rd
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Pete the Cat Goes Camping (I Can Read Level 1)

Written by Kimberly and James Dean and Illustrated by James Dean
In Pete the Cat Goes Camping, Pete can't wait to go hiking, fishing, and eat s'mores by the campfire. But when he hears about the mysterious creature named Bigfoot, Pete can't help but wonder: Is Bigfoot real?
Pre-K - 3rd
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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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