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The Drum: A Folktale from India

Written by Rob Cleveland and Illustrated by Tom Wrenn

Discover the magic of kindness in The Drum, a heartwarming Indian folktale about a poor boy who dreams of owning his own musical instrument. After his mother brings home a "magical" stick, the boy embarks on a journey where his selfless choices lead to unexpected rewards.

Pre-K - 3rd

Conejito: A Folktale from Panama

Written by Margaret Read MacDonald and Illustrated by Geraldo Valerio

Conejito: A Folktale from Panama is a lively children's picture book that follows a small but clever rabbit on his school holiday adventure to visit his Auntie Monica. Along the way, the brave Conejito must use his quick wit to escape hungry predators like Mr. Fox, Mr. Tiger, and Mr. Lion.

Pre-K - 3rd

Joan of Arc

Written and Illustrated by Diane Stanley

Set during the exciting and dangerous time of the Hundred Years’ War, this story introduces a brave thirteen‑year‑old girl from a small French village. In just a few years, she would help lead her country to freedom from English rule and become a powerful symbol of France’s pride.

Pre-K - 3rd

The Great Smelly, Slobbery, Small-Tooth Dog

Written by Margaret Read MacDonald and Illustrated by Julie Paschkis

This fun retelling of Beauty and the Beast shows that being kind is more important than how someone looks.

Pre-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.

Valentine's Day Collection

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.

Catching Kindness: Read Aloud Guide

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

Catching Kindness: Vocabulary Guide

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

Catching Kindness: Frayer Model

Use this graphic organizer to deepen vocabulary knowledge.

Catching Kindness: Criss Cross

This printable and interactive Criss Cross puzzle aligns with Catching Kindness by Kara M. Mitchell.

Catching Kindness: Word Search

After reading Catching Kindness by Kara M. Mitchell, use this printable and interactive Word Search puzzle to extend student learning. Find and circle words across and down.

Catching Kindness

Written and Illustrated by Kara M. Mitchell

Can one small act of kindness change someone’s day? In this grocery store, it just might. Catching Kindness is a heartwarming picture book that shows how compassion can ripple through everyday moments.

K - 3rd