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Pickin' Peas

Pickin' Peas

Written by Margaret Read MacDonald and Illustrated by Pat Cummings
Enjoy a classic battle of wits in this rhythmic retelling of two Southern folktales about a pesky, singing rabbit and a determined little girl. As the rabbit merrily eats his way through a prize pea patch, he must eventually use his cleverness to escape after being caught.
Pre-K - 3rd
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The Old Woman Who Lived in a Vinegar Bottle

The Old Woman Who Lived In a Vinegar Bottle

Written by Margaret Read MacDonald
In this humorous retelling of a classic British fairy tale, a grumpy old woman learns a big lesson about gratitude after a kind fairy grants her wishes for a grander home.
Pre-K - 3rd
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Ogre Bully

The Ogre Bully

Written and Illustrated by Aaron B. Hoffmire
In this engaging Swedish folktale, a hardworking farmer and his wife must use their wits to save their land from a greedy, mean-spirited ogre.
Pre-K - 3rd

Step Into the Story: Writing Activity

Have students select a book they have read and write an original scene that fits within the story. Students should write from the perspective of a character and include actions and dialogue. Students will draw an illustration to match their writing.
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The Magic Pot

The Magic Pot

Written by Pleasant DeSpain and Illustrated by Tom Wrenn
In this charming Chinese folktale, a hardworking woodcutter discovers a magical pot that duplicates everything placed inside it. While he and his wife are initially overjoyed by their sudden wealth, they soon realize that doubling their possessions can also double their troubles.
Pre-K - 3rd
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Magic Apple

The Magic Apple: A Folktale from the Middle East

Written by Rob Cleveland and Illustrated by Baird Hoffmire
The Magic Apple is an engaging story that highlights how unique individual talents can come together to achieve a greater goal.
Pre-K - 3rd
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Little Red Hen

The Little Red Hen: An Old Fable

Written by Heather Forest and Illustrated by Susan Gaber
In this rhythmic retelling of a classic fable, a hardworking hen discovers that her playful friends would rather nap than help her plant and harvest wheat. However, once the wheat is baked into a delicious cake, the dog, cat, and mouse are eager to join the feast.
Pre-K - 3rd

Mentor Text Planning Guide

Use this Mentor Text Planning Guide to plan purposeful mentor text instruction.

Leo: A Ghost Story: Read Aloud Guide

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

Corduroy: Read Aloud Guide

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

Corduroy: Vocabulary Guide

Use this Vocabulary Guide to identify Tier 2 vocabulary words in the book Corduroy by Don Freeman.

Corduroy: Frayer Model

Use this graphic organizer to deepen vocabulary knowledge.

Corduroy: Criss Cross

This printable and interactive Cross Cross puzzle aligns with Corduroy by Don Freeman.

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Juan Bobo

Juan Bobo Sends the Pig to Mass

Written by Arí Acevedo and Illustrated by Tom Wrenn
When Juan Bobo thinks his pig wants to go to church, he dresses the animal in his mother’s best clothes and sparkling jewelry.
Pre-K - 3rd
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How Tiger Got His Stripes

How Tiger Got His Stripes

Written by Rob Cleveland and Illustrated by Baird Hoffmire
Once the proudest animal in the jungle, Tiger becomes jealous of Man’s wisdom and demands it for himself, only to be outsmarted in a humorous battle of wits.
Pre-K - 3rd
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Growing Gold

Growing Gold

Written by Padma Venkatraman and Illustrated by Tom Wrenn
Growing Gold is an engaging Indian folktale by Padma Venkatraman that follows a clever mother's plan to motivate her three lazy sons.
Pre-K - 3rd
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The Future Book

The Future Book

Written by Mac Barnett and Illustrated by Shawn Harris
The Future Book by Mac Barnett is a visionary and hilarious children’s picture book that offers a playful glimpse into the world of tomorrow. Packed with vibrant illustrations and "unexpected" social customs, this book explores the future through a witty, high-energy lens that keeps young readers engaged.
Pre-K - 3rd

The Skunk: Word Search

After reading The Skunk by Mac Barnett, use this printable and interactive Word Search puzzle to...

The Skunk: Criss Cross

This printable and interactive Criss Cross puzzle aligns with The Skunk by Mac Barnett.

The Skunk: Vocabulary Guide

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

The Skunk: Frayer Model

Use this graphic organizer to deepen vocabulary knowledge.

The Luna Sisters Battle for the Moon Blossom (I Like to Read Comics): Read Aloud Guide

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

Leo: A Ghost Story: Word Search

After reading Leo: A Ghost Story by Mac Barnett, use this printable and interactive Word Search...

Leo: A Ghost Story: Criss Cross

This printable and interactive Criss Cross puzzle aligns with Leo: A Ghost Story by Mac Barnett.

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