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The Abominable Snowman of Pasadena: 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. Use this Book Talk video to drive engagement with your students for Classic Goosebumps: The Abominable Snowman of Pasadena by R.L. Stine.

Simon B. Rhymin': 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. Use this Book Talk video to drive engagement with your students for the book Simon B. Rhymin' by Dwayne Reed.
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What's Stirring: Fun, Food, & Family

Written by Daniel & Alonna Moore, with Dr. Daneell
What’s Stirring: Fun, Food & Family is more than a cookbook — it’s a family-bonding experience that brings grandparents, parents, and kids together through meaningful stories, simple recipes, and joyful moments in the kitchen.
K - 6th

Stress-Busting Holiday Literacy Tips for Families

This family-friendly tip sheet shares simple, low-stress ways to build reading and writing into everyday holiday routines.
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The Runaway Beignet

The Runaway Beignet

Written by Connie Collins Morgan and Illustrated by Herb Leonhard
A magic beignet boy comes to life in New Orleans and leads a wild chase through the French Quarter as hungry people try to catch him.
1st - 6th

From What Waters Do You Come?: Activity

"From What Waters Do You Come?” is a traditional Māori practice that invites people to reflect on their identity, ancestry, and connection to the land and water.

Ghost Squad: Book Talk

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

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Miles Morales: Spider-Man

Written by Jason Reynolds

“Everyone gets mad at hustlers, especially if you’re on the victim side of the hustle. And Miles...

3rd - 7th

Miles Morales: Spider-Man: Book Talk

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

Night of the Living Dummy 3: Book Talk

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

The Scarecrow Walks at Midnight: Book Talk

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

Upside Down in the Middle of Nowhere: Book Talk

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

Bunnicula: A Rabbit-Tale of Mystery: Book Talk

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

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Twerp (Twerp Series)

Written by Mark Goldblatt

It's not like I meant for him to get hurt...

Julian Twerski isn't a bully. He's just made a big...

4th - 7th

The One and Only Ivan: Book Talk

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

There Was An Old Lady Who Swallowed Some Books: Book Talk

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

The Last Kids on Earth: Book Talk

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

A Dog's Porpoise: Frayer Model

Use this graphic organizer to deepen vocabulary knowledge.

A Dog's Porpoise: Vocabulary Guide

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

A Dog's Porpoise: Anticipation Guide

Use this Anticipation Guide before reading to activate students’ prior knowledge, build curiosity...

A Dog's Porpoise: Criss Cross

This printable and interactive Criss Cross puzzle aligns with A Dog's Porpoise by M. C. Ross..

A Dog's Porpoise: Word Search

After reading A Dog's Porpoise, use this printable and interactive Word Search puzzle to extend...

Chocolate Fever: Book Talk

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

Captain Underpants and the Invasion of the Incredibly Naughty Cafeteria Ladies from Outer Space: Book Talk

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

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