???? Kids Book Read Aloud: ARNIE THE DOUGHNUT by Laurie Keller
In the story “Arnie the Doughnut” by Laurie Keller, we meet Arnie, a proud chocolate-covered doughnut with colorful sprinkles who dreams of adventure. When Mr. Bing chooses Arnie to take home, he initially faces the shocking prospect of being eaten, but together they come up with a creative solution: Arnie becomes Mr. Bing’s pet doughnut dog, leading to a delightful friendship filled with fun and unexpected adventures. The lesson highlights the importance of thinking outside the box and embracing unexpected opportunities.
???? Kids Book Read Aloud: THE LIEBRARY by Amanda and Howard Pearlstein, and Maren Amini
In “The Liebrary” by Amanda and Howard Pearlstein, siblings Michaela and Drew embark on a chaotic adventure after bringing home a stack of bizarre and misleading books from the library. As they share outlandish facts and follow the questionable advice from their books, they quickly realize that not everything they read is true, culminating in a humorous realization that their library is actually a “liebrary.” The story teaches young readers the importance of critical thinking and questioning the information they encounter.
???? Kids Book Read Aloud: THE CAPE by Tauscha Johanson, Breighlin Johanson and Glenn Harmon
In the story “The Cape,” the protagonist learns that true leadership is not about authority or being in charge, but about helping others and fostering teamwork. Initially, the cape symbolizes power and status, but after using it to protect a friend and realizing the importance of collaboration, the character decides to share the capes with classmates, emphasizing that everyone can be a leader by supporting one another. The lesson highlights that effective leadership is rooted in kindness, cooperation, and community.
???? Kids Book Read Aloud: BEING FRANK by Donna W. Earnhardt and Andrea Castellani
In “Being Frank” by Donna W. Earnhardt, we follow a boy named Frank who learns that while honesty is important, it can sometimes hurt others’ feelings. Through guidance from his Grandpa, Frank discovers that he can express his truth in a kinder way, focusing on positive aspects rather than negative ones. Ultimately, he realizes that honesty paired with kindness leads to happier interactions and relationships.
???? Kids Book Read Aloud: THE BUSY LIFE OF ERNESTINE BUCKMEISTER by Linda R Lodding and Suzanne Beaky
In “The Busy Life of Ernestine Buckmeister,” we follow Ernestine, a girl overwhelmed by her packed schedule of activities, leaving her little time for play. After realizing the importance of balance in her life, she decides to prioritize free time and fun, leading her family to make changes that allow everyone to enjoy life more fully. The story emphasizes the significance of balancing responsibilities with relaxation and play.
???? Kids Book Read Aloud: PTERODACTYL SHOW AND TELL by Thad Krasnesky and Tanya Leonello
In “Pterodactyl Show and Tell,” Jack brings his pet pterodactyl to school for show and tell, leading to a series of chaotic and humorous events that disrupt his classroom. As the day unfolds, Jack’s classmates experience a mix of excitement and fear, culminating in a series of fun activities that highlight the challenges of having a dinosaur in school. Ultimately, Jack learns that while his pterodactyl brings joy, it may be best to leave such pets at home when transitioning to fourth grade.
???? Kids Book Read Aloud: GRUMPY PUMPKIN (How to deal with angry feelings) by Syperek and Izzy B
In the story “Grumpy Pumpkin,” we meet Percel P. Pumpkin, who is excited for Halloween but struggles with a lost smile, leading others to see him as grumpy. Through his friendship with a girl named Panie, who also feels misunderstood, Percel learns to express his feelings and embrace his uniqueness. The lesson emphasizes the importance of friendship, understanding emotions, and accepting oneself, even when feeling different.
???? THE LITTLE OLD LADY WHO WAS NOT AFRAID OF ANYTHING A fun, classic, interactive Halloween story
In this fun and spooky Halloween story, “The Little Old Lady Who Was Not Afraid of Anything,” we follow a brave little old lady who encounters various spooky sounds and objects during her walk in the forest. Instead of being frightened, she confidently reassures herself and ultimately transforms the spooky items into a friendly scarecrow for her garden. The lesson emphasizes that things that seem scary at first can often turn out to be harmless and even enjoyable.
???? Kids Read Along: THE SCARIEST BOOK IN THE WHOLE ENTIRE WORLD by Joey Acker Try not to laugh!
In this lesson, young readers join Anie as they explore “The Scariest Book in the Whole Entire World” by Joey Acker, following the adventures of Nameless, a rock who finds himself trapped in a spooky story filled with ghosts, spiders, and a hungry beast. As Nameless confronts his fears, children are encouraged to be brave and read along, discovering that sometimes the things we fear aren’t as scary as they seem. The lesson concludes with a sense of accomplishment as both Nameless and the readers make it through the adventure together.
???? Kids Book Read Aloud: THE BAD SEED Making Positive Changes by Jory John and Pete Oswald
In “The Bad Seed” by Jory John and Pete Oswald, we follow a sunflower seed who believes he is inherently bad due to his past experiences and choices. However, through self-reflection and a desire for happiness, he begins to make positive changes in his behavior, learning that it’s possible to improve oneself despite previous mistakes. The story emphasizes that everyone has the potential to change for the better by making conscious efforts every day.