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Stories for the classroom
Short narratives that put vocabulary into a scene a learner can follow. 7,459 on the shelf, each with a discussion question.
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Story RAZ Vocabulary A: The Big Cat
Max the Big and Helpful Cat
Max, a big cat, helps keep the park clean while having fun playing and hiding.
Talk about it - What did Max do to help the park? - How did Max feel after cleaning the park? - Why did Max decide to hide in a tree? - What did Max do the next day? - What did Max learn from this experience?
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Story RAZ Vocabulary A: The Parade
The Parade Adventure of the Silly Clown and the Brave Horse
A silly clown and a brave horse chase after a loose balloon in a parade, bringing laughter and excitement to the town.
Talk about it 1. What did the people come to see at the parade? 2. What was the horse pulling on the float? 3. Who was making silly faces on the float? 4. What happened to the balloon during the parade? 5. How did the horse and the clown end up chasing the balloon? 6. How did the children react to the horse and the clown's adventure?
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Story Valentine's Day
The Heartwarming Gift of Love
A young girl shows her love to her best friend with a special gift of chocolates and flowers, filling their hearts with joy and strengthening their bond.
Talk about it 1. What did Lily give her friend to show her love? 2. How did her friend feel when she received the gifts? 3. What did Lily and her friend do to remember the special moment? 4. Why is it important to show love to our friends?
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Story RAZ Vocabulary A: The Rainstorm
Rainbow Adventure
A group of kids experience the magic of a rainbow and lightning after a rainy day.
Talk about it 1. What happened when the sun was shining in the sky? 2. What did the kids do in the rain? 3. How did the rainbow appear in the sky? 4. What did the kids do when they saw the rainbow? 5. What did the lightning symbolize in the story? 6. What are some other things that can happen during a rainy day?
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Story RAZ Vocabulary A: This Is My Bear
The Bear and the Rabbit's Love Adventure
A brown bear with soft fur and big ears falls in love with a little rabbit while they play and have fun together in the forest.
Talk about it 1. What kind of animal was the bear in the story? 2. What color was the fur of the bear? 3. Why did the rabbit give the bear a hug? 4. What happened to the bear and the rabbit after they hugged? 5. How did the bear feel when he realized he was loved by the rabbit?
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Story RAZ Vocabulary A: Up and Down
The Dog and the Frog's Up and Down Adventure
A dog and a frog have fun playing together by jumping up and down while counting.
Talk about it 1. What did the dog and the frog do in their game together? 2. How did the frog and the dog become friends? 3. Why were they laughing and having fun? 4. What did the frog say to the dog at the end of the story? 5. What was the name of the game that the dog and the frog played?
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Story RAZ Vocabulary A: We Can Make Sounds
The Music Maker and the Tap, Clap, Stomp, Snap, Pop and Slap.
A young girl creates music with tap, clap, stomp, snap, pop, and slap instruments and spreads joy to her town.
Talk about it 1. What did Lulu want to make with the tap, clap, stomp, snap, pop and slap instruments? 2. What happened when everyone joined in with Lulu’s music making? 3. What was Lulu known as after she made her beautiful melody? 4. How did Lulu's tunes make everyone feel?
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Story RAZ Vocabulary A: What I Like
Lily's Adventure in the Garden
A little girl named Lily has a fun day playing outside in the garden, discovering a flower, swing, and slide.
Talk about it - What did Lily find in the garden? - What did she do on the swing? - What was her favorite part of playing outside? - Why do you think it's important to spend time outside?
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Story RAZ Vocabulary A: What Lives Here
The Child's Adventure at the Pond
A child makes friends with a bee, bear, frog, and deer while exploring a pond and discovering a worm.
Talk about it 1. Who was the main character in the story? 2. What did the child find at the bottom of the pond? 3. Who became friends with the child after they found the worm? 4. How did the child feel after their adventure at the pond? 5. What did the child learn from their experience?
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Story RAZ Vocabulary AAA: Big
The Dog's Adventure Through Time and Space.
A dog travels back in time to see dinosaurs and experiences the present with a flying plane.
Talk about it 1. What kind of creatures did the dog see in the past? 2. What is the big animal the dog saw in the present day? 3. How does the dog travel from the present to the past and back? 4. What does the dog do when he sees the elephant? 5. What makes the dog realize that he's back in the present?
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Story RAZ Vocabulary AAA: Counting Bugs
The Seven Bug Adventure
Seven bugs went on an adventure, collected flowers, and caught a butterfly in the forest.
Talk about it 1. How many bugs went on the adventure? 2. What did the bugs find during their journey? 3. How long did they chase the butterflies for? 4. What did the seven bugs do with their flowers and butterfly? 5. Can you think of your own adventure with friends?
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Story RAZ Vocabulary AAA: Counting Letters
The Six Friends' Game Day
Six friends take turns choosing games and have fun together.
Talk about it 1. Who chose hide and seek as the first game? 2. Who was "it" in tag? 3. Who chose musical chairs as the third game? 4. Who led Simon says? 5. Why did the friends decide to take turns choosing the games? 6. How did the friends feel about their game day together?
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Story RAZ Vocabulary AAA: Farm Animals
The Big Farm Race
The animals on a farm have a race and Woolly the sheep wins, bringing the animals even closer together.
Talk about it 1. Who won the big race on the farm? 2. How did the animals feel about Woolly the sheep winning the race? 3. What did the animals do after the race? 4. Why was the race important for the animals on the farm?
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Story RAZ Vocabulary AAA: Fido Gets Dressed
Max the Superhero: Saving the City with Style
A superhero named Max saves the city from germs, wearing a special outfit of boots, hat, sweater, sunglasses, mask, and cape.
Talk about it 1. Why did Max wear his mask and cape? 2. What did Max do to protect himself from the germs? 3. How did the people of the city thank Max for saving them? 4. Do you think Max will always wear his special outfit when he goes on missions? 5. Can you think of a different superhero outfit that would help save the day?
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Story RAZ Vocabulary AAA: Four
The Four Friends' Grand Adventure
Four friends go on a journey using different modes of transportation to explore the world and make memories.
Talk about it 1. Who were the four friends in the story? 2. What were the different modes of transportation they used? 3. Where did they go on their adventure? 4. What sights did they see? 5. What was the best part of their journey?
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Story RAZ Vocabulary AAA: Go Go Go
The Adventures of Chirpy and Friends
Chirpy the bird and friends Rover, Whiskers, Daffy, Porky, and Moo embark on an adventure and use their unique skills to overcome challenges and become best of friends.
Talk about it 1. Who are the main characters in the story? 2. What kind of challenges did Chirpy and friends face on their adventure? 3. How did they overcome those challenges? 4. Why do you think these characters became best friends? 5. How would you describe the meadow they reached at the end of their adventure?
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Story RAZ Vocabulary AAA: In
Timmy's Misadventure in the Mud
A young boy named Timmy learns a valuable lesson about playing in mud near water after a misadventure with his wagon.
Talk about it 1. Why was Timmy's mom upset when he came home covered in mud? 2. What did Timmy learn from his misadventure in the mud? 3. What did Timmy do differently when he played near water after his experience in the bathtub of mud?
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Story RAZ Vocabulary AAA: It Is Fall
Luna and Her Adventures in the Moonlit Forest
A young girl named Luna explores the forest and discovers treasures while wearing her yellow jacket, carrying her rake and basket.
Talk about it 1. What did Luna find in the forest? 2. Why did Luna wear her yellow jacket? 3. What did Luna do with the pumpkin she found? 4. What happened to the acorn Luna found? 5. How did Luna feel when she was exploring the forest?
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Story RAZ Vocabulary AAA: My Family
Family Fun Day
A family goes on a picnic in the park and has a fun day together.
Talk about it 1. What did the father ask the children to do for the day? 2. What did the brother want to do? 3. What did the sister want to do? 4. What did the mother suggest they do? 5. How did they end the day?
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Story RAZ Vocabulary AAA: My Gift for Mom
Mia's Paper Bowl Adventure
A little girl named Mia receives a gift of a paper bowl from her mother, which she shares with her friends and proudly displays with a bow.
Talk about it 1. What was in the box that Mia received? 2. How did Mia feel when she opened the box? 3. Who made the paper bowl for Mia? 4. What did Mia do with the paper bowl? 5. Can you make a paper bowl like Mia's? 6. Why was Mia happy at the end of the story?
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Story RAZ Vocabulary AAA: My School Bus
Lucy's Adventure on the Bus
A young girl named Lucy takes an unexpected adventure on a bus and discovers new sights and experiences.
Talk about it 1. Where did Lucy go on her adventure? 2. Who did she meet on the bus? 3. What did Lucy see outside the window? 4. Where did the bus take her in the end? 5. How did Lucy feel about her adventure?
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Story RAZ Vocabulary AAA: One Insect
The Body's Adventure: A Counting Story
A body separates into its head, legs, and arms, but they eventually find each other and go on adventures together.
Talk about it 1. What happened to the body at the beginning of the story? 2. How does the head find the legs? 3. Why is it important for the body parts to be together? 4. Can you think of another adventure the body could go on next?
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Story RAZ Vocabulary AAA: Out
Timmy's Mud-Filled Adventure
Timmy goes on an adventure in his boat, explores a house, takes a bath in the bathtub, plays with mud on a car and wagon, and returns home.
Talk about it 1. Why did Timmy go on an adventure? 2. What was in Timmy's boat when he went on his adventure? 3. What did Timmy do when he saw the bathtub filled with water? 4. What did Timmy do with the mud on the car and wagon? 5. How did Timmy feel when he returned home?
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Story RAZ Vocabulary AAA: Over
The Adventures of Car and Bike
A car and a bike team up to help others and have exciting adventures, ultimately resulting in a smooth road for all.
Talk about it 1. Who were the main characters in the story? 2. What did the bike teach the car to do? 3. What was the reward for the car and bike's help? 4. What did the car and bike wish for? 5. What happened on their adventures after the road changed?
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