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How Not to Start Third Grade: Extension Activities

Extend students' thinking before, during, and after reading with this collection of printable literacy activities.

How Not to Start Third Grade: Discussion Guide

Use this Discussion Guide before, during, and after reading the book, How Not to Start Third Grade.

How Not to Start Third Grade: Frayer Model

Use this graphic organizer to deepen vocabulary knowledge with the book, How Not to Start Third Grade.

How Not to Start Third Grade: Vocabulary Guide

Use this Vocabulary Guide to identify Tier 2 vocabulary words in the book, How Not to Start Third Grade.

Spaghetti Code: Read Aloud Guide

Use this Read Aloud Guide before, during, and after reading the book, Spaghetti Code: A Story About Problem-Solving, Pasta, and the Power of Big Ideas.
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Raise the Bar book cover

Raise the Bar: A Graphic Novel

Written and Illustrated by Fernanda Frick H.
Sam dreams of becoming a champion weightlifter and must balance big goals, hard work, and family expectations along the way.
3rd - 7th
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A Night for the Rice Carriers

Written by Carmen Rubin and Illustrated by Matt Williams
Mae loves spending time in Coco’s garden, and today is a very special day. Together, they pull weeds, sweep the paths, and hang bright lanterns to get ready for a full‑moon celebration with all their neighbors and friends. Tonight, Mae will stand beneath the glowing moon and share a powerful story—one that has been passed down through her family for generations.
Pre-K - 1st

Spaghetti Code: Frayer Model

Use this graphic organizer to deepen vocabulary knowledge with the book, Spaghetti Code.

Spaghetti Code: Vocabulary Guide

Use this Vocabulary Guide to identify Tier 2 vocabulary words in the book, Spaghetti Code.
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Spaghetti Code: A Story About Problem-Solving, Pasta, and the Power of Big Ideas

Written by Karlie Kloss and Vicky Fang and Illustrated by Remi Jose
Kelly Kent loves spaghetti, and computer programming! So she’s more than ready to help Chef Amato build a pasta-making machine to create the perfect bowl of spaghetti for his new restaurant. But when Chef can’t stop adding features to her coding machine, they end up with a tangle of “spaghetti code."
Pre-K - 3rd
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Cognizance But You Can Call Me Toggy: A Story About the Power of Awareness (Toggy and Tonfy series)

Written by Tc and Illustrated by Lj

This story introduces young readers to the power of emotional awareness through the gentle journey...

K - 3rd
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Herby Hunts for a New Home

Written and Illustrated by Charline Norton
Tide pools are full of surprises, excitement, and fun for kids and grown‑ups. Herby Hunts for a New Home is a cheerful story that young readers can enjoy on their own or as a read‑aloud, especially if they’re curious about ocean animals.
Pre-K - 3rd
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Don't Be A Mosquito!

Written by Kristy Schwartz and Illustrated by David Anderson
Ricky loves adventures, playing with his dog Buster, and being part of everything—maybe a little too much sometimes. He wiggles, blurts, and zooms right into other people’s space without meaning to. At school, his big excitement can cause problems, and making friends feels tougher than he expected.
Pre-K - 5th

Zigzag: Vocabulary Guide

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

Mystic by the Sea is the Best Place to Be: Word Search

After reading Mystic by the Sea is the Best Place to Be by Tish Rabe, use this printable and interactive Word Search puzzle to extend student learning. Find and circle words across, down, and diagonally.

Zigzag: Frayer Model

Use this graphic organizer to deepen vocabulary knowledge with the book, Zigzag.

Mystic by the Sea is the Best Place to Be: Criss Cross

This printable and interactive Criss Cross puzzle aligns with Mystic by the Sea is the Best Place to Be by Tish Rabe.

Central Park You Can See Is the Best Place to Be: Word Search

After reading Central Park You Can See Is the Best Place to Be by Tish Rabe, use this printable and interactive Word Search puzzle to extend student learning. Find and circle words across, down, and diagonally.

Central Park You Can See Is the Best Place to Be: Criss Cross

This printable and interactive Criss Cross puzzle aligns with Central Park You Can See Is the Best Place to Be by Tish Rabe.

Days Can Be Sunny for Bunnies and Money: Criss Cross

This printable and interactive Criss Cross puzzle aligns with Days Can Be Sunny for Bunnies and Money by Tish Rabe.

Days Can Be Sunny for Bunnies and Money: Word Search

After reading Days Can Be Sunny for Bunnies and Money by Tish Rabe, use this printable and interactive Word Search puzzle to extend student learning. Find and circle words across, down, and diagonally.

Kindness Is Caring, Friendship Is Sharing: Word Search

After reading Kindness Is Caring, Friendship Is Sharing by Tish Rabe, use this printable and interactive Word Search puzzle to extend student learning. Find and circle words across, down, and diagonally.

Kindness is Caring, Friendship is Sharing: Criss Cross

This printable and interactive Criss Cross puzzle aligns with Kindness is Caring, Friendship is Sharing by Tish Rabe.

Sweet Dreams Ahead Time For Bed: Word Search

After reading Sweet Dreams Ahead Time For Bed by Tish Rabe, use this printable and interactive Word Search puzzle to extend student learning. Find and circle words across, down, and diagonally.

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