Books/Mentor Texts

The best picture books to read during the month of March! Enjoy our free reading list download and take a trip to the library to borrow these fantastic books about the season of spring. They make fantastic read alouds that teach valuable lessons.

Discover the best science books for kids organized by topic—perfect for curious minds in grades PreK through 3rd! This curated list from Kind Little Explorers includes engaging STEM picture books that cover space, Earth science, animals, engineering, and more. Whether you're a parent, teacher, or homeschooler, these books make science fun and easy to understand for young learners. Ideal for read-alouds, classroom libraries, and early STEM education. Click to explore the full list and inspire...

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Science books about snowflakes for kids. Perfect for winter homeschooling and learning!

These Christmas nature study books will give you the perfect excuse to stop for some cozy reading during the busy holiday weeks.

Mentor texts are one of my favorite tools to use in the classroom and I love using them to teach grammar. To me, grammar is just one of those subjects that needs some spicing up. It’s kind of like mashed potatoes without any salt. Sure, it’s functional, but it’s so much better when you take […]

The winter season is a great time to study seasonal signs, the water cycle, and animal adaptations but finding a quality picture book that fits your needs can be challenging. This article includes summaries for 16 children's books about winter that are informative and engaging. Get excited for the season and pick one of these books to read to your students!

It's very helpful to have a list of titles in mind as spring mentor texts you can use in your lessons. This post offers titles by skill and resources.

Explore the busy city streets through crafts, songs, and great read alouds with the Storytime Theme: Cities!

Storytime Theme: Measurement at the most basic level is all about opposites, but can also be about length, weight, volume and more!

A perfect fit for fall storytimes - Storytime Theme: Scarecrows can be combined with other fall stories or farm stories!

Celebrate Apple Week in Kindergarten with fun read alouds, apple-themed palm pals, mini erasers, pretend apples, and a toy market scale. Perfect for centers, math, and classroom activities that make learning hands-on and engaging!

Looking for the best winter picture books for kids? Check out our blog post for a curated list of winter-themed books, along with mentor texts, writing prompts, and activities for your K-2 classroom! Perfect for integrating creative writing into your winter curriculum!

Pick of the best books to read aloud with toddlers and preschoolers about the moon. Includes non-fiction as well as beautiful stories too.