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Synopses for Stories Included in This Kit
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Jake Can't Fake It!
Lessons in Character
An
Original Playbook® Story
Written by: Linda Schwartz
Illustrated
by: Bev Armstrong
Jake was a young dog who never did any of his chores. He didn’t feed his fish or do his homework or take out the garbage. It drove his parents and teachers crazy, not to mention making the fish hungry and the garbage smelly. Then Jake’s parents came up with a plan to help Jake be more responsible. It was simple to implement, and Jake loved it! His sloppy habits turned into a responsible routine. What did his parents do?
Story
Length: 1,062 Words
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Content for
Grades K - 2
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Character Roles Written at Reading Stages 1
- 3
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Bug
Off!
An
Original Playbook® Story
Written by: Sharon Brinkerhoff
Illustrated
by: Antonio
Nilo
Edited
for Multi-Level Readability by: Linda Helgevold, 3rd Grade Teacher
Matt
didn't like bugs! In fact, he wished they would all just bug off. One
day, while Matt was trying to eat lunch in his backyard, four bugs came
to visit him. They bugged him, of course, and worse than that, they wouldn't
leave! Matt had no choice but to listen to what they had to say and was
quite surprised with what he learned! Bug
Off! is an "Early Reader" story presented in rhyme for Stage 1 and 2 readers.
Story
Length: 1,151 Words
28
bound pages (fully illustrated-notebook size)
Download Pages to Print: 28
Download File Size: 1,483 kb
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Grades K - 2
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I
Want My Room Back!
An
Original Playbook® Story
Written by: Sharon
Brinkerhoff
Illustrated
by: Len
Gatdula
Edited
for Multi-Level Readability by: Linda Helgevold, 3rd Grade Teacher
Timmy’s
room was a mess! It was dusty and dirty and cluttered with everything
imaginable. His mother warned him what could happen if he continued to
ignore the mess. But did Timmy care? Not one bit! In fact, when one dust
bunny showed up at the foot of his bed, Timmy wasn’t worried at all.
One little ball of dust certainly couldn’t do any harm. It was only when
Stinky, Lost, and Broken moved in that Timmy started to worry.
By then, of course, it was too late. The unwelcome guests quickly took
over his room. Would Timmy ever be able to get his room back?
Story
Length: 2.005 Words
25
bound pages (fully illustrated-notebook size)
Download Pages to Print: 25
Download File Size: 1,076 kb |
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Content for
Grades K-3
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Character Roles Written at Reading Stages 1
- 3
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The
Berry Pie Mystery
An
Original Playbook® Story
Written by: Louise Shultz
Illustrated by: Jimmy Chau
Edited
for Multi-Level Readability by: Amanda Hayes, 1st Grade Teacher, Linda Helgevold, 3rd Grade Teacher
Children
like mysteries, and most children love pie. Imagine how much they’ll like
a story with both! It was time for the Forest Festival, and all the forest
animals were invited. Everyone was going to be there, and they all planned
to bring their favorite pies to share. But someone was stealing the pies!
How could a thing like that happen? Will the children be able to figure
out WHO is stealing the pies, and, more importantly, WHY? Is there someone
with a greedy appetite, or is it actually a wonderful surprise for everyone?
Story
Length: 3,194 Words
29
bound pages (fully illustrated-notebook size)
Download Pages to Print: 29
Download File Size: 1,785 kb
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Content for
Grades 1-3
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Character Roles Written at Reading Stages 1
- 4
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Ucky
Duck
A
timeless tale adapted to Playbook® Format
Retold
by: Elaine Carlson
Illustrated by: Chris Werner
Edited
for Multi-Level Readability by: Amanda Hayes, 1st Grade Teacher, Linda Helgevold, 3rd Grade Teacher
In
this modern twist of The Ugly Duckling, Spencer realizes that
he doesn't fit in. His friends try to help him with many make-over attempts,
from braces to tattoos, but he simply doesn't look like the rest of
his family! What will Spencer do? Based on the classic story.
Story
Length: 2,195 Words
25
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Download Pages to Print: 25
Download File Size: 2,107 kb
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Grades 1-4
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Ick! I'm Sick!
An
Original Playbook® Story
Written
by: Sharon Brinkerhoff
Illustrated by: Liliane
Grenier
Edited
for Multi-Level Readability by: Nicole Swanson, 5th Grade Teacher
Ah choo! This twisted tale about three children who get sick at school will show you what NOT to do when you’re sick. A mischievous cold bug named Spike tricks the children into thinking they can “give” their colds away, when they are actually spreading them. With every uncovered cough and sneeze, Spike and his fellow germs grow stronger and louder. When the whole school becomes infected with germs, the school nurse decides it is time to separate fact from fiction about viruses. Read this wildly entertaining story to teach kids about proper cold etiquette and prevention.
Story
Length: 2,437 Words
36 bound pages (fully illustrated-notebook size)
Download Pages to Print: 29
Download File Size: 728 kb
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Content for
Grades 1-5
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- 4
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The
Ice Cream Dream
An
Original Playbook® Story
Written
by: Patricia Fine
Illustrated by: John Portez
Edited
for Multi-Level Readability by: Pat and John Fine, Retired Teachers
Mr.
MacRicee is a man who loves ice cream. He eats it every day and enjoys
all different flavors. His favorite store is the Sweet Treat Shop where
he goes after dinner for a single scoop cone. Things are about to change,
though, because Mr. MacRicee likes ice cream a little too much. You could
never imagine the kind of trouble that is just around the corner.
Story
Length: 2,736 Words
31
bound pages (fully illustrated-notebook size)
Download Pages to Print: 31
Download File Size: 2,295 kb
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Content for
Grades 2-4
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Mini,
the Super Watermelon
An
Original Playbook® Story
Written
by: Dianna Cleveland
Illustrated by: Liliane
Grenier
Edited
for Multi-Level Readability by: Nicole Swanson, 5th Grade Teacher
What
comes to mind when you think of watermelons? You might think how sweet
and delicious they are, or how large and heavy they are. But did you know watermelons are also super foods packed
with vitamins, and they contain Lycopene, an anti-oxidant that helps
rid the body of damaging substances? There are also miniature
watermelons that are just as delicious and nutritious, but grow
to a much more practical size? Well, this is just what
Mini, the only miniature watermelon in her patch, learns when she decides
to wander away from the vine all by herself. Even though the large,
oval-shaped watermelons make fun of her for being so little and round,
Mini learns at a nearby Farmer's Market that small watermelons are what
everyone wants! Discover Mini's superpowers and some interesting facts
about watermelon in this adorable story about a powerful little heroine.
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Master
Man
Told by: Aaron
Shepard
Illustrated by: Jorge Higuera
Edited
for Multi-Level Readability by: Pat and John Fine, Retired Teachers
A man named Shadusa believes he is the strongest
man in the world. He tells his wife, Shettu, "From now on, just call
me Master Man." But Shettu says, "Quit your foolish boasting. No matter
how strong you are, there will always be someone stronger. And watch
out, or someday you may meet him." In a tale that deals with the dangers
of boastful pride, Shadusa gets into more trouble than he ever bargained
for. Read this West African fable to find out if Shadusa really is Master
Man.
Story
Length: 1,406 Words
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The
Great Rhyme Travel Machine
A Playbook® Original Story
Written
by: Gregory Brown
Illustrated by: Liliane Grenier
On the eve of the Summersville Elementary Invention Fair, twins, Melinda and Marcus, are still racing to finish a most unusual project. Their invention, The Great Rhyme Travel Machine, is designed to bring famous people from the past into the future! It may only be a cardboard box with aluminum foil and some lights, but it could hold a big surprise! The students know their machine doesn’t have to actually work to win the competition. Creativity and vision is what counts with the judges. When their favorite teacher, Miss Chalk, lets them stay after school to finish their invention, the twins begin to hear strange noises in their classroom. Mysteriously and magically, their machine works and out come two famous people, Amelia Earhart and Thomas Edison! This fun and creative story provides opportunities for students to use their imaginations in admiring and honoring famous people of the past. Great for Social Studies content.
Story
Length: 4,482 Words
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The Great Rhyme Travel
Machine Presents:
African American Heroes
A Playbook® Original Story
Written
by: Gregory Brown
Illustrated by: Liliane Grenier
As Summersville students listen to their teacher, Miss Chalk, read from her long lost diary, they are deeply inspired. One entry, detailing the famous “I Have A Dream” speech, leaves twelve year old Kelly spellbound. Motivated to do something important, she decides to run for Sixth Grade Class President! Unfortunately, her drive is short lived. Realizing there’s never been a historical president with green eyes, dark skin and pretty long braids, she feels defeated. To keep their frustrated friend from dropping out of the election, Melinda and Marcus reactivate The Great Rhyme Travel Machine for some answers. What follows is a moving lesson that teaches kids what being a leader really means. Endearing childhood versions of George Washington Carver and Shirley Chisholm travel through time to motivate Kelly and her friends. This script not only promotes positive Character Education and Black History themes, but also mirrors the excitement of present day elections. Vote “YES” for another exciting adventure in rhyme!
Story
Length: 4,331 Words
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Grades 3-6
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Roles Written at Reading Stages 2
- 5
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