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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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  • Big and Little

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    Big and Little

    Source: Unite For Literacy

    Author: Phoebe McGuffee

    Ages: 4, 5, 6

    Genre: Nonfiction

    Theme(s): Animals, Nature

    Some animals are big and some are small. Can you see the difference?

    Parent Guide: Not available

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  • Way to Go!

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    Way to Go!

    Source: Unite For Literacy

    Author: Phoebe McGuffee

    Ages: 4, 5, 6

    Genre: Realistic Fiction

    Theme(s): Types of Transportation, Reading for Pleasure

    Use your imagination to drive different kinds of vehicles on land, water and air.

    Parent Guide: Not available

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  • A Hot Summer Day

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    A Hot Summer Day

    Source: Unite For Literacy

    Author: Zaiga Cress

    Ages: 4, 5, 6

    Genre: Realistic Fiction

    Theme(s): Summer Activities, Reading for Pleasure

    Find some fun ways to cool off in the summertime. From popsicles to pools, these children enjoy a sunny day.

    Parent Guide: Not available

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  • I am a Scientist

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    I am a Scientist

    Source: Unite For Literacy

    Author: Ann Francis

    Ages: 7, 8, 9

    Genre: Realistic Fiction

    Theme(s): Types of Work, Science

    Learn about the variety of jobs based in science.

    Parent Guide: Not available

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  • Community Matters

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    Community Matters

    Source: Unite For Literacy

    Author: Holly Hartman

    Ages: 7, 8, 9

    Genre: Realistic Fiction

    Theme(s): Community, Relationships

    Learn what makes a community, and how it makes a difference.

    Parent Guide: Not available

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  • The Desert

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    The Desert

    Source: Unite For Literacy

    Author: Bill Bremer

    Ages: 4, 5, 6

    Genre: Realistic Fiction

    Theme(s): Desert Environments

    Explore the different parts of a desert environment and learn their names.

    Parent Guide: Not available

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  • Hop, Hop, Hop Scotch

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    Hop, Hop, Hop Scotch

    Source: Unite For Literacy

    Author: Holly Hartman

    Ages: 4, 5, 6

    Genre: Realistic Fiction

    Theme(s): Outdoor Activities, Popular Children’s Games

    Learn a classic sidewalk game that is played around the world. A fun rhythmic story to share.

    Parent Guide: Not available

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  • Beautiful Birds

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    Beautiful Birds

    Source: Unite For Literacy

    Author: Leona Locke

    Ages: 4, 5, 6

    Genre: Nonfiction

    Theme(s): Animals, Birds

    This rhyming book about different kinds of birds offers a playful look at the colors and activities of our feathered friends.

    Parent Guide: Not available

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  • The Scary Book

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    The Scary Book

    Source: Unite For Literacy

    Author: Quilean Croi

    Ages: 4, 5, 6

    Genre: Nonfiction

    Theme(s): Animals, Vocabulary

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    Parent Guide: Not available

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  • Recycle with Uncle Roo

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    Recycle with Uncle Roo

    Source: Unite For Literacy

    Author: Doug Woodring and Shimali de Silva

    Ages: 7, 8, 9

    Genre: Fantasy

    Theme(s): Recycling

    Uncle Roo and his animal friends remind us of the importance of taking care of the planet by taking care with how we throw away our trash. How do you recycle?

    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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  • Akira Grows Up

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    Akira Grows Up

    Source: Unite For Literacy

    Author: Angela Kawski

    Ages: 7, 8, 9

    Genre: Nonfiction

    Theme(s): Japanese Macaque, Zoo Animals, Zookeeper

    A special zookeeper plays mom and helps to raise a little monkey until she can join her troop.

    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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  • Ahoy! A Turtle at Sea

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    Ahoy! A Turtle at Sea

    Source: Unite For Literacy

    Author: Joel Merriman and Debborah Luke

    Ages: 7, 8, 9

    Genre: Nonfiction

    Theme(s): Leatherback Sea Turtle, Animals

    Learn about leatherbacks, the largest of all living turtles and an endangered species.

    Parent Guide: Not available

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  • Animals in Motion

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    Animals in Motion

    Source: Unite For Literacy

    Author: H.W. Billings

    Ages: 4, 5, 6

    Genre: Nonfiction

    Theme(s): Animals, Staying Active

    Animals are wired for action and this book explores how many types of animals make their moves.

    Parent Guide: Not available

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  • Wild Cats

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    Wild Cats

    Source: Unite For Literacy

    Author: Shane Rabideau

    Ages: 4, 5, 6

    Genre: Nonfiction

    Theme(s): Types of Wild Cats

    Here is a chance to meet the bigger, wilder cousins of our furry housepet friends. Learn the names of big cats from around the world!

    Parent Guide: Not available

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  • Shapes at the Playground

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    Shapes at the Playground

    Source: Unite For Literacy

    Author: Holly Hartman

    Ages: 4, 5, 6

    Genre: Realistic Fiction

    Theme(s): Shapes, Vocabulary

    Look closely at playground equipment to find common shapes.

    Parent Guide: Not available

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  • Is It Cold Outside?

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    Is It Cold Outside?

    Source: Unite For Literacy

    Author: Holly Hartman

    Ages: 4, 5, 6

    Genre: Realistic Fiction

    Theme(s): Winter Season, Indoor Activities

    When the weather outside is frosty, read about the fun ways to spend time together indoors. Hot cocoa, games and more!

    Parent Guide: Not available

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  • Sebastian’s Roller Skates read by Caitlin Wachs

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    Sebastian’s Roller Skates read by Caitlin Wachs

    Source: Storyline Online

    Author: Not available

    Ages: 5,6,7,8

    Genre: Not available

    Theme(s): Acceptance, confidence

    Sebastian didn’t talk very much, even though he had a lot to say. Sebastian was shy. He was very shy. But when he finds a pair of old roller skates in the park, he learns how to do much more than skate.

    Parent Guide: Not available

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