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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.

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.

Twenty Questions: Criss Cross

This printable and interactive Criss Cross puzzle aligns with Twenty Questions by Mac Barnett.

Twenty Questions: Word Search

After reading Twenty Questions by Mac Barnett, use this printable and interactive Word Search puzzle.
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Twenty Questions

Written by Mac Barnett and Illustrated by Christian Robinson
This book shows that questions can have many answers and invites readers to think, wonder, and imagine through playful questions and illustrations.
Pre-K - 3rd

StoryMakers with Mac Barnett

Discover why Mac Barnett, the 9th National Ambassador for Young People’s Literature, is a champion for children's literacy and the unique power of picture books.

Story Time for Grownups: Mac Barnett

Celebrate the artistry of picture books with Mac Barnett, the 2025-2026 National Ambassador for Young People’s Literature.

Bookmark: National Ambassador for Young People’s Literature - Mac Barnett

Celebrate the power of picture books with the Mac Barnett National Ambassador bookmark!

Triangle (The Shapes Trilogy): Read Aloud Guide

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

Triangle (The Shapes Trilogy): Vocabulary Guide

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

Triangle (The Shapes Trilogy): Frayer Model

Use this graphic organizer to deepen vocabulary knowledge.

Triangle (The Shapes Trilogy): Criss Cross

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

Triangle (The Shapes Trilogy): Word Search

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

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Triangle (The Shapes Trilogy)

Written by Mac Barnett and Illustrated by Jon Klassen
Meet Triangle. He is going to play a sneaky trick on his friend, Square. Or so Triangle thinks. . . .
Infant and Toddler - 1st
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Leo: A Ghost Story

Written by Mac Barnett
Leo, a misunderstood ghost, meets Jane, a kid with a tremendous imagination and an open position for...
K - 2nd
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Skunk A Picture Book

Written by Mac Barnett and Illustrated by Patrick McDonnell
When a skunk first appears in the tuxedoed man's doorway, it's a strange but possibly harmless occurrence. But then the man finds the skunk following him, and the unlikely pair embark on an increasingly frantic chase through the city, from the streets to the opera house to the fairground. What does the skunk want?
Pre-K - 3rd
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Extra Yarn

Written by Mac Barnett and Illustrated by Jon Klassen
A girl and her box of magical yarn bring color and life to her community.
Pre-K - 3rd

Colorful Creatures

A how-to handout for making a colorful creatures from yarn, craft sticks, and pipe cleaners to...
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Sam and Dave Dig a Hole

Written by Mac Barnett and Illustrated by Jon Klassen
Sam and Dave set off to find something spectacular while digging in the backyard. They dig and dig...
Pre-K - 3rd

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