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No, I'm a...SHARK!: Criss Cross

This printable and interactive Criss Cross puzzle aligns with No, I'm a...SHARK! by Mike Henson.

No, I'm a...SHARK!: Word Search

After reading No, I'm a...SHARK! by Mike Henson, use this printable and interactive Word Search...

No, I'm a...SHARK!: Memory Match

After reading No, I'm a...SHARK! by Mike Henson, use this Memory Matching puzzle to help students...

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No, I'm a...SHARK!

Written by Mike Henson and Illustrated by Ana Gomez
What do you want to be when you grow up? When a mom asks, the child says, “A SHARK!”—not a teacher or a firefighter. This silly and fun story shows how big your imagination can be, with a surprise at the end!
Pre-K - 2nd
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The Librarian from the Black Lagoon

Written by Mike Thaler and Illustrated by Jared D. Lee

Would you dare step into a library ruled by The Laminator? One whisper out of line and—snap—you’re...

K - 3rd

The Principal From The Black Lagoon: Criss Cross

This printable and interactive Criss Cross puzzle aligns with The Principal from the Black Lagoon by...

The Principal From The Black Lagoon: Word Search

After reading The Principal from the Black Lagoon by Mike Thaler, use this printable and interactive...

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Just Try One Bite

Written by Adam Mansbach & Camila Alves McConaughey and Illustrated by Mike Boldt

These three kids are determined to get their parents to put down the ice cream, cake, and chicken...

Pre-K - 2nd
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Feeling Jealous! (Everyday Feelings)

Written by Kay Barnham and Illustrated by Mike Gordon

Lucy is very good at helping those around her. She helps one friend feel less jealous of a sibling's...

K - 4th
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Worm Loves Worm

Written by J. J. Austrian and Illustrated by Mike Curato

You are cordially invited to celebrate the wedding of a worm...and a worm.

When a worm meets a...

Pre-K - 3rd
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A Squiggly Story

Written by Andrew Larsen and Illustrated by Mike Lowery

A young boy wants to write a story, just like his big sister. But there's a problem, he tells her...

Pre-K - 2nd
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Why Should I Save Energy?

Written by Jen Green and Illustrated by Mike Gordon

Children take electricity and other energy sources for granted, until one day their community has a...

Pre-K - 3rd
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What If...

Written by Samantha Berger and Illustrated by Mike Curato
Creativity, the power of imagination, and the importance of self-expression are celebrated in this...
Pre-K - 3rd
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Why Should I Share?

Written by Claire Llewellyn and Illustrated by Mike Gordon
Tim can't understand why he should share, but he begins to see that sharing can be fun after a day...
Pre-K - 2nd

A Dog Like Jack: Memory Match

After reading A Dog Like Jack, use this Memory Matching puzzle to help students build familiarity...

A Dog Like Jack: Criss Cross

This printable and interactive CrissCross puzzle aligns with A Dog Like Jack by DyAnne DiSalvo.

A Dog Like Jack: Word Search

After reading A Dog Like Jack by DyAnne DiSalvo, use this printable and interactive Word Search...
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A Dog Like Jack

Written by DyAnne DiSalvo
Jack is already eight years old when he's adopted from the animal shelter-- fifty-six in dog years...
Pre-K - 3rd
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All the Way to Havana

Written by Margarita Engle and Illustrated by Mike Curato
A family drives through the streets of Havana, Cuba and experiences the sights and sounds of a...
Pre-K - 3rd

Friendship Activity Guide for PK-2

This activity guide supports books on friendship for PK-2.

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The Berenstain Bears: Kindness Counts

Written by Jan & Mike Berenstain
These easy-to-read Berenstain beginner books introduce young readers to the beloved Berenstain Bears characters and the "do good, feel good" messages in their stories. In this book, kindness is taught and modeled for the younger Berenstain Bears!
Pre-K - 2nd
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What Will We Build Today?

Written by Katherine Durgin-Bruce and Illustrated by Mike Byrne
Pretend play is key for these characters who show readers how easy it is to turn everyday household objects into fantastic, creative playscapes.
Pre-K - 2nd
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What Do We Do With All This Stuff?

Written by Anna W. Bardaus and Illustrated by Mike Byrne
RIF Summer Camp: Artistic Avenues Badge. Did you know that a pile of stuff around your house can turn into absolutely anything you want it to be?
Pre-K - 1st
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Bugs! (Rookie Reader)

Written by Patricia & Fred McKissack & Mike Cressy
A fun look at BUGS!
K - 2nd

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