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The Contest Between the Sun and the Wind: Word Search

After reading The Contest Between the Sun and the Wind: An Aesop's Fable, retold by Heather Forest, use this printable and interactive Word Search puzzle to extend student learning. Find and circle words across, down, and diagonally.

The Contest Between the Sun and the Wind: Criss Cross

This printable and interactive Criss Cross puzzle aligns with The Contest Between the Sun and the Wind: An Aesop's Fable, retold by Heather Forest.

The Bad Seed: Activity Packet

Use this activity packet by HarperCollins after reading the story The Bad Seed.

Fancy Nancy: Fill in the Blanks

Use HarperCollins activity sheet to create your own Fancy Nancy letter.

If You Give a Mouse a Cookie: Sweet Stories

Use HarperCollins activity sheet to create your own "If You Give a Mouse a ___."

Amelia Bedelia: Homophones and Homonyms

Use this HarperCollins activity to learn more about homophones and homonyms.

Shel Silverstein Poetry Month

Use these activities by HarperCollins to celebrate Poetry Month with Shel Silverstein.

Frog and Toad: Activity Kit

Use Harper Collins Frog and Toad Activity Kit to celebrate friendship with Frog and Toad.
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How to Make a Cherry Pie and See the U.S.A

Written and Illustrated by Marjorie Priceman

Fancy a slice of cherry pie? Let's get started. . . . What, no bowl? No pie pan? No pot holders?

Join...

K - 3rd

Over and Under the Pond: Read Aloud & Activity Guide

Use this read aloud guide with Over and Under the Pond by Kate Messner to build comprehension and extend learning.

Over and Under the Pond: Vocabulary Guide

Use this Vocabulary Guide to identify Tier 2 vocabulary words in the book, Over and Under the Pond.

Over and Under the Pond: Frayer Model

Use this graphic organizer to deepen vocabulary knowledge with the book, Over and Under the Pond.

Hot Dog: Read Aloud Guide for Families

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

Hot Dog: Read Aloud Guide

Use this Read Aloud Guide before, during, and after reading the book, Hot Dog by Doug Salati.

Anansí and Turtle Go to Dinner: Read Aloud Guide for Families

Use this Read Aloud Guide for Families before, during, and after reading the book, Anansí and Turtle Go to Dinner, with your child.

Hot Dog: Vocabulary Guide

Use this Vocabulary Guide to identify Tier 2 vocabulary words in the book, Hot Dog by Doug Salat.

Hot Dog: Frayer Model

Use this graphic organizer to deepen vocabulary knowledge with the book, Hot Dog by Doug Salat.

Hot Dog: Criss Cross

This printable and interactive Criss Cross puzzle aligns with Hot Dog by Doug Salati.

Hot Dog: Word Search

After reading Hot Dog by Doug Salati, use this printable and interactive Word Search puzzle to extend student learning. Find and circle words across and down.
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Dolly Parton: A Little Golden Book Biography

Dolly Parton: A Little Golden Book Biography

Written by Deborah Hopkinson and Illustrated by Monique Dong
This book tells the story of Dolly Parton, who rose from humble beginnings to become a celebrated entertainer, author, businesswoman, and literacy advocate.
Pre-K - 3rd
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Nano: The Spectacular Science of the Very (Very) Small

Written by Dr. Jess Wade and Illustrated by Melissa Castrillón
A brilliant physicist—and first‑time picture‑book author—invites readers to explore the teeny‑tiny building blocks that make up everything in our world. Friendly, simple text and bright, stylish pictures explain atoms, elements, and other big science ideas.
K - 4th

Anansí and Turtle Go to Dinner: Read Aloud Guide

Use this Read Aloud Guide before, during, and after reading the book, Anansí and Turtle Go to Dinner.

Anansí and Turtle Go to Dinner: Vocabulary Guide

Use this Vocabulary Guide to identify Tier 2 vocabulary words in the book, Anansí and Turtle Go to Dinner.

Anansí and Turtle Go to Dinner: Frayer Model

Use this graphic organizer to deepen vocabulary knowledge with the book, Anansí and Turtle Go to Dinner.

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