Check out our latest FREE literacy screener for grades 3-12! The Adolescent Assessment of Literacy (AAL) is an online adaptive screener developed by NCIL to be used during the fall semester. Follow the link below to learn more and access the screener.
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Strega Nona read by Mary Steenburgen
Strega Nona read by Mary Steenburgen
Source: Storyline Online
Author: Not available
Ages: 6,7,8
Genre: Not available
Theme(s): Responsibility, Dishonesty, Consequences, Magic
Strega Nona’s magical pasta pot is especially intriguing to hungry Big Anthony. He is supposed to look after her house and tend her garden, but one day, when she goes over the mountain to visit Strega Amelia, Big Anthony recites the magic verse over the pasta pot, with disastrous results.
Parent Guide: https://www.storylineonline.net/wp-content/uploads/2016/12/StregaNona_FamilyActivityGuide.pdf
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A Bad Case of Stripes read by Sean Astin
A Bad Case of Stripes read by Sean Astin
Source: Storyline Online
Author: Not available
Ages: 6,7,8
Genre: Not available
Theme(s): Identity, Indivduality, Peer Pressure, Self-confidence
Camilla Cream loves Camilla Cream loves lima beans, but she never eats them. Why? Because the other kids at her school don’t like them. And Camilla Cream is very, very worried about what other people think of her. In fact, she is so worried that she’s about to break out in… A Bad Case of Stripes.
Parent Guide: Not available
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The Secret Garden
The Secret Garden
Source: KidsRead2Kids
Author: Frances Hodgson Burnett
Ages: 9,10
Genre: Not available
Theme(s): Overcoming Obstacles, Death, Grief, Loss, Friendship, Family Life
When the newly orphaned Mary Lennox arrives at her uncle’s mansion, everything seems strange to her. Then Mary hears of a mysterious garden where no one has set foot in 10 years. With the help of some new friends, she plans to uncover its secrets.
Parent Guide: Not available
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Peanut Butter and Jelly Song
Peanut Butter and Jelly Song
Source: Unite For Literacy
Author: Holly Hartman
Ages: 4, 5, 6
Genre: Realistic Fiction
Theme(s): Popular Children’s Songs
Sing this silly song with your child the next time you are making sandwiches, and add some giggles to the menu!
Parent Guide: Not available
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Violet Divides
Violet Divides
Source: Unite For Literacy
Author: Holly Hartman
Ages: 4, 5, 6
Genre: Fantasy
Theme(s): Math, Parts of a Whole
Violet loves math, and she always finds tasty ways to practice. Help this furry puppet friend sort share a muffin.
Parent Guide: Not available
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Costume Parade
Costume Parade
Source: Unite For Literacy
Author: Will McKay
Ages: 4, 5, 6
Genre: Nonfiction
Theme(s): Dogs, Costumes
Dressing up in silly costumes and joining a parade… what a great way to spend a fall afternoon! These four legged friends show how much fun it can be.
Parent Guide: Not available
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The Busiest Bugs I Know
The Busiest Bugs I Know
Source: Unite For Literacy
Author: Holly Hartman
Ages: 4, 5, 6
Genre: Realistic Fiction
Theme(s): Bees, Nature
Look closely at the detailed photographs to learn about how bees carry pollen.
Parent Guide: Not available
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The Black Rhinoceros and Its Horn
The Black Rhinoceros and Its Horn
Source: Unite For Literacy
Author: Sandra Elvin and Debborah Luke
Ages: 7, 8, 9
Genre: Nonfiction
Theme(s): Black Rhinocerous, Animal Habitats
Learn about the unique characteristics and challenges of this endangered African mammal.
Parent Guide: Not available
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Violet Measures
Violet Measures
Source: Unite For Literacy
Author: Holly Hartman
Ages: 4, 5, 6
Genre: Fantasy
Theme(s): Math, Measuring Ingredients
Violet loves math, and she always finds tasty ways to practice. Help this funny puppet friendmake trail mix!
Parent Guide: Not available
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What is Blue?
What is Blue?
Source: Unite For Literacy
Author: Jean Anne Clyde
Ages: 4, 5, 6
Genre: Nonfiction
Theme(s): Colors, Vocabulary
This rhyming book explores the color blue, with a funny ending.
Parent Guide: Not available
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Earth Day
Earth Day
Source: Unite For Literacy
Author: Holly Hartman
Ages: 7, 8, 9
Genre: Realistic Fiction
Theme(s): Earth Day, Activities
Take a little time to read all the ways you can celebrate Earth Day, and then go outside and hug your planet, no matter what day it is!
Parent Guide: Not available
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Why Did the Anteater Cross the Road?
Why Did the Anteater Cross the Road?
Source: Unite For Literacy
Author: Lynn Watkins and Jennifer Stoddard
Ages: 7, 8, 9
Genre: Nonfiction
Theme(s): Anteaters, Animal Habitats, Nature Conservation
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Parent Guide: Not available
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Fantastic Frogs
Fantastic Frogs
Source: Unite For Literacy
Author: Rachel Rommel-Crump
Ages: 7, 8, 9
Genre: Nonfiction
Theme(s): Frogs, Amphibians, Animals
Not available
Parent Guide: Not available
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I Can Help
I Can Help
Source: Unite For Literacy
Author: Leona Locke
Ages: 4, 5, 6
Genre: Realistic Fiction
Theme(s): Household Tools
Sponges, brooms and baskets help with chores. Explore common household tools and how to use them.
Parent Guide: Not available
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Denver Zoo Helps Animals Around the World
Denver Zoo Helps Animals Around the World
Source: Unite For Literacy
Author: Molly Malloy
Ages: 7, 8, 9
Genre: Nonfiction
Theme(s): Zoo Animals, Denver Zoo
Visit all the places that Denver Zoo works to help animals.
Parent Guide: Not available
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Fatima’s Savings Jar
Fatima’s Savings Jar
Source: Unite For Literacy
Author: Michael McGuffee
Ages: 7, 8, 9
Genre: Realistic Fiction
Theme(s): Saving Money
Join Fatima in learning how to save her money so she can buy special things.
Parent Guide: Not available
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How Do You Move?
How Do You Move?
Source: Unite For Literacy
Author: James Shelton
Ages: 4, 5, 6
Genre: Nonfiction
Theme(s): Staying Active, Outdoor Activities
What is your favorite way to stay active? Learn lots of words that describe different ways to move.
Parent Guide: Not available
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What Should We Wear?
What Should We Wear?
Source: Unite For Literacy
Author: Racheal Martinez
Ages: 4, 5, 6
Genre: Realistic Fiction
Theme(s): Types of Weather, Clothing, Vocabulary
A brother and sister check the weather to decide how to dress for the day.
Parent Guide: Not available
