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Un perro llamado “Shu”
¡Shuu!", dicen todos los que ven a la perrita marrón. Lo oye tan a menudo que empieza a pensar que es su nombre. Hasta que un niño que toma un atajo para volver a casa, decide compartir su almuerzo con ella.Learn More
Learn More¡Todo revuelto!
Ammu está lista para salir al escenario pero no puede recordar sus líneas. Mucha diversión a la par que va mezclando sus líneas.Learn More
Learn MoreThe Big Umbrella | ASL Story
By the door there is an umbrella. It is big. It is so big that when it starts to rain there is room for everyone underneath. It doesn’t matter if you are tall. Or plaid. Or hairy. It doesn’t matter how many legs you have. Don’t worry that there won’t be enough room under the umbrella. Because there will always…
Learn MoreEL GRAN MAC y OSA MENOR
Mac and Dipper : The Other Side Spanish Version – a classic from Free Kids Books early days, has been translated into Spanish! This is the second book i the Mac and Dipper Series, The Other Side. This translation was contributed by Noelia Zaballa of Buenos Aires, Argentina.Learn More Here
Learn MoreRecess
Recess – A very short picture book about play time at school, with a values based theme. The simple text conveys an important lesson, and phrases are provided on each page in both Spanish and English for bilingual children. Suitable for very young children and learning to read age.Learn More Here
Learn MoreLos Tiburones – Sharks Spanish Version
Los Tiburones, Sharks Spanish Version is the Spanish language version of our popular non-fiction levelled book, Sharks, for early elementary children. Learn More Here
Learn MoreLos Tigres – Tigers Spanish Version
Los Tigres – This is the Spanish language version of the popular Mustard Seed book Tigers. A non-fiction book all about tigers. Rated reading Level H, suited for children grades 1 to 2. The books has 245 words. Learn More Here
Learn MoreBees Like Flowers – Spanish-English bilingual picture nature theme book
This book is a bilingual Spanish-English version of the popular nature theme picture book by Rebecca Bielawski, Bees Like Flowers, available on our home page. We hope you enjoy it! Learn More Here
Learn MorePetit el Monstruo Light
Petit doesn't know if he's a good boy or bad boy. His mother doesn't know why a good boy does such bad things. Petit is perplexed by these mysterious contradictions and looks for an answer to set things. Learn More Here
Learn MoreNavegando Barcos y Hundiendo Cubiertos – Sailing Ships and Sinking Spoons Spanish
Navegando Barcos y Hundiendo Cubiertos – Sailing Ships and Sinking Spoons Spanish – Tenzin and Tashi where sailing paper boats on a water paths from the rain where they start to wonder why do boats float. On their search they asked Miss Sonam their science teacher. Learn More Here
Learn MoreSupporting Literacy at Home Guides in English and Spanish
The Supporting Literacy at Home Guides in English and Spanish provides parents with suggestions for supporting their children's literacy development at home, through a culturally and linguistically responsive approach to shared reading. Parents and family members are encouraged to engage in interactive reading and discussion in Spanish and/or English and their funds of knowledge are tapped by connecting the text to the…
Learn MoreAdvocating for My Child’s Literacy Needs
Every child’s literacy journey is unique, and as a family member, you know your child best and have seen their skills develop over time. By embracing your role as an advocate and partnering with your child’s school, you can work toward common goals that ensure their literacy needs are understood and supported. Learn More
Learn MoreEl eclipse
Language: SpanishSummary: During an eclipse, children are told that the Moon is covering the Sun’s face. To help free the Sun, they make noise with cans and instruments, turning over chairs and tables so they don’t come to life. In the end, it’s explained that this isn’t something bad—it’s simply the Sun and Moon embracing, a meeting of day and…
Learn MorePrendere la parte giusta
Language: ItalianSummary: Edson was born in Angola and sent to Portugal to escape the war. At first, life was difficult, but his talent for basketball helped him make friends and gain confidence. Now, as an adult, he coaches young refugees and helps others feel safe and included. Learn More Here
Learn MoreEl Rey Gordo y el Perro Flaco – Fat King Thin Dog Spanish
El Rey Gordo y el Perro Flaco – Fat King Thin Dog Spanish version tells the story of how the fat king chases the thin dog. After running for days will he still be fat? A short fun book for young children. Learn More Here
Learn MorePuedo Hacer Cosas! – Spanish Version of I Can Make Things
Puedo Hacer Cosas! is the Spanish version of the short English story I Can Make Things. This is a Spanish Level 1 book brought to us by Pratham’s Story Weaver. This book tells the story of a boy who can make a lot of things. Learn More Here
Learn MoreThe Secret Life of Things – Artistic Haiku
Gabriel Rosenstock is an accomplished Irish author, poet, and Haiku expert. He presents 16 Haiku set to and inspired by the artwork of Odilon Redon. These beautiful poems have been translated into Irish, Scottish, and Japanese.Learn More Here
Learn MoreMicropoems
Another wonderful collection of poems for children and young adults by Gabriel Rosenstock. This inspiring set of short and very short poems or “micropoems” are set to beautiful public domain artwork. Sample Pages from Micropoems.Learn More Here
Learn MoreMi Mejor Amiga – My Best Friend Spanish
Mi Mejor Amiga – My Best Friend Spanish – A little girl plays with her reflection and considers it as her friend. A story about imagination this book is great for boosting your young readers imagination and creativity. This is a level 1 book from Pratham’s Storyweaver licensed under creative commons.Learn More Here
Learn MoreMirame a Mi – Look At Me Spanish Level 1 Book
Mirame a mi this is the Spanish version of Look at me, a delightful book teaching children about their body parts and the fun ways to use it. This book also includes a brief explanation about the different senses and their uses. It has a lot of fun pictures showing the uses of each body …Learn More Here
Learn More¡Dime ahora! – ‘Bueno para ti’
¡Dime ahora! – ‘Bueno para ti’ – Tell Me Now! ‘Good For You’ Spanish – Whenever children are told to do or not to do things children almost always question why they should follow or why they cannot stay past bed time. This is a level 1 Spanish book from Pratham’s Storyweaver suited for young … Learn More Here
Learn MoreNavegando Barcos y Hundiendo Cubiertos
Tenzin y Tashi eran dos jóvenes monjes tibetanos. Vivían en un pequeño monasterio en una hermosa colina verde. Era hermoso cuando llovía. Cuando Tashi miró por la ventana por la mañana, la lluvia caía con fuerza. Riachuelos se formaban donde el agua había pasado en el camino enlodado. Tashi no podía pensar en una mejor manera de pasar la tarde…
Learn More¿Escuchaste?
¿Escuchaste? – Did You Hear? – Early nature book about bird sounds SpanishAuthor: Sejal Mehta, Illustrator: Rohan Chakravarty Learn More Here
Learn MoreEl dolor de muelas real
El dolor de muelas real – The Royal Toothache – Colouring and hygiene Spanish – Having a tooth ache, and no one is there to help because everyone is scared of the very thing that you are in pain with your sharp teeth, is terrible. Who could be able to solve the problem the king … Learn More Here
Learn MoreWordless Picture Books
Wordless picture books build literacy by encouraging creativity, language skills, and critical thinking—no reading level required! They spark imagination, grow vocabulary, boost comprehension, and inspire a love of reading. Talk about the pictures, ask questions, tell stories, act them out, write them down, and create art together. I Can Dress Myself Lefa's Bath
Learn MoreTórtola – Turtle Dove Spanish
Tórtola – Turtle Dove Spanish – This is a cute short story about a turtle dove and the things that it can and cannot do. This is suited for young readers who like to improve their Spanish reading skills. The book contains simple easy to understand words. Author: All Children Reading Cambodia Illustrator: Choeurn Brus … Learn More Here
Learn MoreBiju teje magia – Biju Spins Some Magic Spanish
Biju teje magia – Biju Spins Some Magic Spanish – Biju is from a family of handloom weavers he was born in the village of Jilminda. His father does not believe that his son Biju needs to attend school as it will only give funny ideas to Biju about working in an office. Biju convinced …Learn More Here
Learn MoreYouth and Family Connections – Literacy Videos
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Learn MoreYouth and Family Connections – Literacy Videos
https://youtu.be/hlXbr0Vx9jc Introduction An overview of the Reading Strategies video series
Learn More‘La nevera de Maddi’ leído por Isabella Gomez
https://youtu.be/WGFC2HYE4b4?si=D5CvOKWZPjQBA42X 'La nevera de Maddi' es escrito por Lois Brandt, ilustrado por Vin Vogel, y leído por Isabella Gomez. Sofía y Maddi viven en el mismo barrio, juegan en el mismo parque y van a la misma escuela. Pero mientras que la nevera de la casa de Sofía está siempre llena, la de Maddi siempre está vacía, completamente vacía, con…
Learn MoreYON SIPRIZ POU MANMANA – SURPRISE FOR MOM (Haitian Creole)
NABU is a tech-enabled publisher of multilingual children’s books. We create culturally responsive, mother-tongue stories more efficiently and at a scale never achieved before. Learn More Here
Learn MoreThe Water Princess (ASL)
This is an ASL Storytelling video of the book titled The Water Princess, written by Susan Verde and illustrated by Peter H. Reynolds. This video is signed in ASL, voiced, and captioned. Grade Level(s): Elementary Contents are created and developed by the Statewide Outreach Center (SOC) at Texas School for the Deaf. Learn More Here
Learn MoreNext Stop: Caribbean – ASL Storysigning
The California School for the Deaf is a school for Ethic deaf and hard of hearing children in Fremont, California. The school educates deaf children from all over Northern California. Learn more here.
Learn MorePhonological Awareness: Rhyme Game (Spanish)
This sheet by the Idaho Commission for Libraries includes a rhyming game, song, and tips to help develop your young child's rhyming skills. Learn More Here
Learn MoreEngaging Your Child – ASL Video
Anixter Center we provide an array of services and supports for people with disabilities to live, learn, work, and play in the community.Learn More
Learn MorePositioning Your Child – ASL Video
Anixter Center we provide an array of services and supports for people with disabilities to live, learn, work, and play in the community.Learn More
Learn MoreCreating a Reading Environment – ASL Video
Anixter Center we provide an array of services and supports for people with disabilities to live, learn, work, and play in the community.Learn More
Learn MoreTOUNSÒL – Online Book – Haitian Creole
NABU is solving the global literacy crisis so that every child can read and rise to their full potential. Our vision is to provide every child with equitable access to literacy by 2030. Read the book here.
Learn MoreDolly Parton Imagination Library boosts bilingual literacy
Families in Ohio now have the option to receive a 100% bilingual English/ Spanish Imagination Library book collection. The option is available to all children from birth to age five in Ohio! Learn More here
Learn MoreKALBAS CALABASH – Haitian Creole Book
NABU is solving the global literacy crisis so that every child can read and rise to their full potential. Our vision is to provide every child with equitable access to literacy by 2030. Read the book here.
Learn MoreQuestion Words – ASL Video
It’s important to teach your child the meaning of the “question words” - who, what, where, when, and why. Practicing this will help them understand what each word is asking and give them the ability to respond appropriately. Make sure they can identify the appropriate words for each question. https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=AVyV4j9VKVA
Learn MoreSuper Red Riding Hood (ASL Storytelling)
https://youtu.be/hex0yXc95aw?si=VxrMJpsaLYezI5Ew
Learn MoreZaya’s Dream (Somali Book)
Zaya's Dream is the story of a brave young refugee girl that finds hope, joy, confidence and renewed strength through education. The children's book provides important lessons on the power of learning in overcoming obstacles and the remarkable strength of the human spirit, bringing young readers into Zaya's world as she flees her homeland with her family and finds new hope…
Learn MoreOld Rock (is not boring) (Braille Audio Book)
Old Rock has been sitting in the same spot in the pine forest for as long as anyone can remember. Spotted Beetle, Tall Pine, and Hummingbird think just sitting there must be boring, but they are in for a wonderful surprise. Playback Requirements Dolly Parton’s Imagination Library Audio Books provided by APH are encrypted and can only be played using…
Learn MoreDanbi’s Favorite Day (Braille Audio Book)
Thrilled to invite her friends to celebrate Children’s Day as she did in Korea, she promises kites, tigers, and magic train rides. But when the reality of a picnic behind her parents’ deli falls short of her grand plans, Danbi must get creative to save the day. Playback RequirementsDolly Parton’s Imagination Library Audio Books provided by APH are encrypted and…
Learn MorePBS Kids – American Sign Language
American Sign Language provided by Bridge Multimedia and The Described and Captioned Media Program (DCMP) with funding from the US Department of Education. Mister Rogers stays at Arthur's house. / Fern draws an unflattering cartoon of Francine. Watch Video
Learn MoreRead-Aloud Routine Bookmark for Parents, English and Spanish
During the 2012–2013 school year, Project ELITE worked with K–3 teachers at Baty Elementary School in Del Valle Independent School District to implement a new way of reading books aloud to enhance students’ vocabulary and comprehension. This bookmark presents a routine for parents to use with their children.Learn More here
Learn MoreStorybooks for Learners of English
Storybooks for Learners of English is a free open educational resource that promotes literacy and language learning in homes, schools, and communities. Part of the Global Storybooks project, it makes 40 stories from the African Storybook available with text and audio in English and a wide variety of languages spoken around the world. This resource also provides an option to sort books based on language level…
Learn MoreHelping Your Kid With . . . Building Vocabulary and Comprehension With Read-Alouds
Most of you read books with your kids. This video shows you how to use book read-alouds to build vocabulary and learning. Choose a book, predict what the book is about, talk about vocabulary, and enjoy your reading time! Hosted by Letti Grimaldo and Shannon Giroir. Learn more here
Learn MoreMoney Talks
A 5-part Online Series for Middle School Families (Available in English and Spanish) What is Money Talks? Money Talks is a short, family-friendly online series about talking to your middle school child about money. For each of 5 topics, you will find conversation starters to use at home with your child(ren), quotes from parents/caregivers like you, games, activity ideas, and…
Learn MoreWe Can Learn English in Every Subject
When we are learning a language, we do not segment academic and language information separately in our brains. Instead, we use our knowledge as an integral system to communicate with others and learn new content. In this set of activities, parents can find ways to help their children practice English and home languages while learning academic content. Parents/caregivers: When you click…
Learn MoreMultitiered System of Supports for English Learners
Project ELITE developed a bookmark that presents a routine for parents to use with their children, based on the PK–3 read-aloud system. The parent and family guide is similar to the steps designed for teacher-led text reading but is modified for a simple and fun way to support literacy and family bonding through book reading. The bookmark guides parents in…
Learn MoreBilingual: Chuukese/English and Marshallese/English Read-Aloud Videos
By Waipahu High School Graduates Using the Pacific Readers published by Bess PressYou can view the read-aloud videos at these sites: Chuukese & English YouTube Playlist Marshallese & English YouTube Playlist
Learn MoreKidLit TV
Read Across America partner KidLit TV is a diverse group of parents, educators, librarians, kid lit creators, and award-winning filmmakers working together to create fun new ways to reinforce an appreciation of reading that children will carry with them for the rest of their lives. Children can experience authors and illustrators reading their works through KidLit TV’s Read Out Loud program, which includes…
Learn MoreDyslexia Resource Guide for Ohio Families
What is dyslexia?Dyslexia is one of the most common learning disabilities. People with dyslexia have many strengths, but have unexpected trouble learning to read. These difficulties are not related to a person’s intelligence or motivation. Children with dyslexia can learn to read. Families, early childhood teachers, or kindergarten teachers are often the first to notice children having difficulty with talking…
Learn MoreThe Lion’s Share (Qayb Libaax): Somali (Video)
https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=OhLWo76rvY4
Learn MoreThe Story of Emma’s Kindergarten: Somali (Video)
https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=h1tfp-2i9Ag&t=69s
Learn MoreAfrican Storybook
Open access to picture storybooks in the languages of Africa.For children’s literacy, enjoyment and imagination. New Storybooks Learn More
Learn MoreWilbur Book Reading – Somali
https://youtu.be/Ug1F7AsavrA
Learn MoreSesame Workshop Games and Storybooks
Explore our Games and Storybooks. Help incorporate playful learning into your child’s early education through different kinds of games, storybooks, and interactives that will keep them curious, confident, and excited to explore more. Learn More
Learn MoreJuanito el Carinoso – Spanish Read Aloud, Read Along
https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=kHXUZzXT5rM
Learn MoreOLIVIA – Read Aloud, Read Along
https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=AUp4gZATd3Y
Learn MoreInternational Children’s Digital Library
The ICDL Foundation's goal is to build a collection of books that represents outstanding historical and contemporary books from throughout the world. Ultimately, the Foundation aspires to have every culture and language represented so that every child can know and appreciate the riches of children's literature from the world community. Learn More
Learn MoreRead Aloud Resources
ALL Ohio (Advancing Literacy Learning in Ohio) is a compilation of high-quality professional learning resources for Ohio’s P20 education system. ALL Ohio serves as a tool to strengthen educators’ knowledge and skills in evidence-based language and literacy practices grounded in the science of reading. Learn More
Learn MoreLa nevera de Maddi
https://youtu.be/WGFC2HYE4b4
Learn MoreLet’s Cook with Kids Book
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Learn MoreSpanish Academy – 15 Fun Children’s Spanish Books
Reading books is one of the greatest pleasures available to us. Reading in another language is even better, as it offers all the good things about reading— plus the added benefit of learning a new language! Finding reading material in Spanish is easier than ever thanks to the many resources available online. Read full article here
Learn MoreStoryline Online
https://youtu.be/l3BVRZAwzAc
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