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Stone Soup

Stone Soup

Written by Heather Forest and Illustrated by Susan Gaber
When two hungry travelers use a "magic" stone to start a soup, they inspire a stingy village to come together and contribute their own ingredients.
Pre-K - 1st
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Through a Ruby Window

Through a Ruby Window

Written by Susan Klein
Through a Ruby Window is a charming collection of fifteen stories that captures the magic of growing up on Martha's Vineyard.
5th - 12th
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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

Over in the Meadow: Read Aloud Guide

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

Over in the Meadow: Word Search

After reading Over in the Meadow by Jill McDonald, use this printable and interactive Word Search puzzle to extend student learning. Find and circle words across and down.

Over in the Meadow: Criss Cross

This printable and interactive Criss Cross puzzle aligns with Over in the Meadow by Jill McDonald.

Over in the Meadow: Vocabulary Guide

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

Over in the Meadow: Frayer Model

Use this graphic organizer to deepen vocabulary knowledge.
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Contest Between Sun & Wind

The Contest Between the Sun and the Wind: An Aesop's Fable

Written by Heather Forest and Illustrated by Susan Gaber
When the Sun and the Wind have a competition to see who can make a man remove his coat, they discover that gentle warmth succeeds where brute force fails.
Pre-K - 3rd
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Big quiet house

A Big Quiet House

Written by Heather Forest and Illustrated by Susan Greenstein
This funny and rhythmic story teaches kids that a change in perspective can make any home feel perfect. It is an ideal read-aloud book for teaching gratitude and the value of a happy, bustling household.
K - 3rd
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Bakers Dozen

The Baker's Dozen

Written by Heather Forest and Illustrated by Susan Gaber
In The Baker's Dozen, a greedy baker in Colonial America learns a tough lesson after trying to cheat his customers. After a mysterious woman curses his shop, he discovers that being fair and kind is the real secret to success.
Pre-K - 3rd

Middle School Family Literacy Initiative Partner Spotlight

In this Q&A, former RIF implementor Susan shares how she has been able to create and sustain successful family literacy events.
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Pele, the King of Soccer

Written by Susan Canizares and Samantha Berger

Readers will flip over this book detailing the talent and career of Pele, as they discover just why...

Pre-K - 1st

Pele, King of Soccer: Book Talk

A Book Talk is a short introduction of a book to students to activate prior knowledge, build...

Clean Water: Word Search

After reading Clean Water by Susan Verde with Emma Walton Hamilton (Editor) for Enlightened...

Clean Water: Criss Cross

This printable and interactive Criss Cross puzzle aligns with Clean Water by Susan Verde with Emma...

Grand Prismatic Spring: Word Search

After reading Grand Prismatic Spring by Susan Verde with Emma Walton Hamilton (Editor) for...

Grand Prismatic Spring: Criss Cross

This printable and interactive Criss Cross puzzle aligns with Grand Prismatic Spring by Susan Verde...

Leaf Sheep of the Sea: Word Search

After reading Leaf Sheep of the Sea by Susan Verde with Emma Walton Hamilton (Editor) for...

Leaf Sheep of the Sea: Criss Cross

This printable and interactive Criss Cross puzzle aligns with Leaf Sheep of the Sea by Susan Verde...

Moai of Rapa Nui (Easter Island): Word Search

After reading Moai of Rapa Nui (Easter Island) by Susan Verde with Emma Walton Hamilton (Editor) for...

Moai of Rapa Nui (Easter Island): Criss Cross

This printable and interactive Criss Cross puzzle aligns with Moai of Rapa Nui (Easter Island) by...

Nasca Lines of Peru: Word Search

After reading Nasca Lines of Peru by Susan Verde with Emma Walton Hamilton (Editor) for Enlightened...

Nasca Lines of Peru: Criss Cross

This printable and interactive Criss Cross puzzle aligns with Nasca LInes of Peru by Susan Verde...

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