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  • Fall Literacy Screener Now Available!

    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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  • Great Expectations

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    Great Expectations

    Source: KidsRead2Kids

    Author: Charles Dickens

    Ages: 9,10

    Genre: Not available

    Theme(s): Achievement and Success, Loyality, Manners and Conduct

    Pip, an orphan growing up in Victorian England, is given the means to become a gentleman by an unknown benefactor and learns that outward appearances can be deceiving.

    Parent Guide: Not available

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  • General Sherman

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    General Sherman

    Source: Unite For Literacy

    Author: Holly Hartman

    Ages: 7, 8, 9

    Genre: Nonfiction

    Theme(s): Giant Sequoia Trees, Nature

    We are all impressed with the giants of the natural world. Learn more about the biggest tree and then look for ways to help your child understand the numbers in real terms. How many pinecones tall are you?

    Parent Guide: Not available

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  • The Black Rhinoceros and Its Horn

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    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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  • Sand Tiger Sharks

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    Sand Tiger Sharks

    Source: Unite For Literacy

    Author: Robin Nalepa

    Ages: 7, 8, 9

    Genre: Nonfiction

    Theme(s): Sand Tiger Sharks, North Carolina Aquarium, Animals

    Sharks may be a little scary to some people, but they are fascinating animals. Get to know them better in this book!

    Parent Guide: Not available

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  • Save That Water!

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    Save That Water!

    Source: Unite For Literacy

    Author: Mackenzie Mathur and Laura Batt

    Ages: 7, 8, 9

    Genre: Nonfiction

    Theme(s): Water, Animals, Nature Conservation

    There are lots of ways to use water carefully so there will be plenty for everyone. After you read, talk to your friends about what you can do to be water-wise.

    Parent Guide: Not available

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  • Super Salamanders

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    Super Salamanders

    Source: Unite For Literacy

    Author: Rachel Rommel-Crump

    Ages: 7, 8, 9

    Genre: Nonfiction

    Theme(s): Salamanders, Animals, Animal Habitats

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    Parent Guide: Not available

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  • Would You Step Out into Space?

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    Would You Step Out into Space?

    Source: Unite For Literacy

    Author: Holly Hartman

    Ages: 7, 8, 9

    Genre: Realistic Fiction

    Theme(s): Reading for Pleasure

    Take an imaginary trip into outer space.

    Parent Guide: Not available

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  • The Tale of Tommy Fox

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    The Tale of Tommy Fox

    Source: Lite2Go

    Author: Not available

    Ages: 9

    Genre: Fantasy

    Theme(s): 20th Century Literature, American Literature, Children’s Stories, Sleepy-Time Ttales

    The Tale of Tommy Fox is a story about the adventures of the mischievous Tommy Fox and his escapades with the Farmer, his dog, and his boy.

    Parent Guide: Not available

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  • The Secret Garden

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    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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  • SOHO Explores the Sun

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    SOHO Explores the Sun

    Source: Unite For Literacy

    Author: Holly Hartman

    Ages: 7, 8, 9

    Genre: Nonfiction

    Theme(s): Space, Satellites

    We know many things about the sun, thanks to satellites like SOHO. Learn more about solar flares, spots and winds.

    Parent Guide: Not available

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  • Cloud Questions

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    Cloud Questions

    Source: Unite For Literacy

    Author: Will McKay

    Ages: 7, 8, 9

    Genre: Realistic Fiction

    Theme(s): Types of Clouds

    Clouds are a part of nature that inspire curiosity. Learn some basic facts about clouds, then grab a journeal and start your own investigations.

    Parent Guide: Not available

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  • Aquarium Babies: Saving the Future

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    Aquarium Babies: Saving the Future

    Source: Unite For Literacy

    Author: Aquarium Education Staff

    Ages: 7, 8, 9

    Genre: Nonfiction

    Theme(s): Animal Babies, North Carolina Aquarium

    Meet some of the babies who are being raised at the aquarium, and learn what happens when they grow up.

    Parent Guide: Not available

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  • Skip the Plastic!

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    Skip the Plastic!

    Source: Unite For Literacy

    Author: Mackenzie Mathur and Laura Batt

    Ages: 7, 8, 9

    Genre: Nonfiction

    Theme(s): Recycling, Nature Conservation

    Learn about the ways that plastic is hurting our planet, and what you can do about it.

    Parent Guide: Not available

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  • Secret Caecilians

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    Secret Caecilians

    Source: Unite For Literacy

    Author: Rachel Rommel-Crump

    Ages: 7, 8, 9

    Genre: Nonfiction

    Theme(s): Caecilians, Animals

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    Parent Guide: Not available

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  • To Be A Drum read by James Earl Jones

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    To Be A Drum read by James Earl Jones

    Source: Storyline Online

    Author: Not available

    Ages: 6,7,8,9,10

    Genre: Not available

    Theme(s): Culture, slavery, war, civil rights

    Daddy Wes tells how Africans were brought to America as slaves, but promises his children that as long as they can hear the rhythm of the earth, they will be free.

    Parent Guide: Not available

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  • The Story of Doctor Dolittle

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    The Story of Doctor Dolittle

    Source: Lite2Go

    Author: Not available

    Ages: 9

    Genre: Fantasy

    Theme(s): Adventure, Helping Others

    The Story of Doctor Dolittle is the first of his Doctor Dolittle books, a series of children’s novels about a man who learns to talk to animals and becomes their champion around the world.

    Parent Guide: Not available

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  • Rebecca of Sunnybrook Farm

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    Rebecca of Sunnybrook Farm

    Source: KidsRead2Kids

    Author: Kate Douglas Wiggin

    Ages: 9,10

    Genre: Not available

    Theme(s): Friendship, Character and Values, Culture and Diversity

    An exuberant and sensitive young girl transforms the world of her two maiden aunts.

    Parent Guide: Not available

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  • The Girl Who Learned to Fly

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    The Girl Who Learned to Fly

    Source: Unite For Literacy

    Author: Sylvia Acevedo

    Ages: 7, 8, 9

    Genre: Nonfiction

    Theme(s): Overcoming Obstacles, Accomplishments, Inspiration

    Read this book about a girl who used grit, determination and imagination to follow her dream.

    Parent Guide: Not available

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  • Small and Mighty Mammals

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    Small and Mighty Mammals

    Source: Unite For Literacy

    Author: Will McKay

    Ages: 7, 8, 9

    Genre: Nonfiction

    Theme(s): Animals, Nature

    Big animals like lions, tigers and bears get lots of attention, but some of the smaller mammals are equally powerful for their size. This book will introduce you to some of those mini but mighty mammals!

    Parent Guide: Not available

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