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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 J: The Creature Constitution
The Adventure of the Three Friends and the Magic Sign
Three friends go on an adventure, sign a magic sign, and have their wishes granted to make the world a better place.
Talk about it - What did the friends agree to do on their adventure? - Why did they sign the magic sign? - What did the fairy grant each of the friends? - How did the friends use their wishes to make the world a better place?
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Story RAZ Vocabulary J: The Disappearing Moon
Timmy's Adventure: The Secret to Growing Bigger or Smaller
Timmy learns that eating more helps him grow bigger while on an adventure in the forest to discover the secret behind animal size.
Talk about it 1. Why did Timmy go on an adventure? 2. What did Timmy learn from the wise old owl? 3. How did Timmy grow bigger? 4. Why was Timmy proud of himself? 5. What lesson did Timmy learn?
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Story RAZ Vocabulary J: The Disappearing Moon
The Mysterious Disappearance of the Moon
A brave astronaut sets out on a journey to find the moon, who had gone on an adventure and disappeared, and brings it back to Earth where it stays forever.
Talk about it 1. Why did the moon disappear in the story? 2. Where did the astronaut find the moon? 3. What did the people on Earth do when the moon disappeared? 4. How did the astronaut know where to find the moon? 5. Why was the moon happy to be found by the astronaut?
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Story RAZ Vocabulary J: The Ship of Shapes
The Friendly Eruption on the Island of Cheer
The animals on an island learn the eruption of a mountain brings new life to the island and acknowledge it with cheer.
Talk about it 1. Why did the animals become confused when the mountain erupted? 2. What did the voice that spoke to the animals say about the eruption? 3. How did the animals react to the voice? 4. How did the eruption bring new life to the island?
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Story RAZ Vocabulary J: The Story of the Statue
Lily, the Torch Bearer: The Story of the Iron Statue of Light
A young girl named Lily saves the iron statue in her village by lighting its torch, becoming known as the "Torch Bearer.
Talk about it 1. What was the problem with the iron statue in the story? 2. Who came up with a solution to fix the torch? 3. What did the villagers do after the statue was lit again? 4. How do you think Lily felt when she was called the "Torch Bearer"? 5. Why do you think the villagers were proud of the statue and Lily?
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Story RAZ Vocabulary J: The Story of the Statue
The Island of Liberty: A Story of Freedom and Inspiration
An island called Liberty becomes a model of freedom and prosperity, inspiring future generations to live in peace and liberty.
Talk about it 1. What did the people of Liberty Island do to live in freedom and peace? 2. Why did people from all over the world come to visit Liberty Island? 3. How can we model our lives after freedom and liberty? 4. What does the message on the tablet mean? 5. What does the story of Liberty Island teach us about freedom and prosperity?
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Story RAZ Vocabulary J: The Thanksgiving the Jacks Built
The Builder and the Imagination
A wise old man inspires a little boy to become a great builder by showing him the power of imagination and hard work.
Talk about it 1. Who is the main character in the story? 2. What did the old man do to build the houses in the village? 3. How did the little boy feel after hearing the old man's story? 4. What did the little boy decide to do after being inspired by the old man? 5. What does the story teach us about imagination and hard work?
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Story RAZ Vocabulary J: The Thanksgiving the Jacks Built
John the Farmer and the Thanksgiving Feast
A farmer and his family help supply a Thanksgiving feast and are rewarded with a barn-building job.
Talk about it 1. Who is John and what does he do for a living? 2. What does John offer to do for the grocer in town? 3. Why was Mr. Smith grateful for John's help with the feast? 4. What did John and his family do after the feast? 5. What happened at the end of the story?
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Story RAZ Vocabulary J: The Thanksgiving the Other Jacks Built
The Young Builder and the Castle
A young boy named Tim builds a magnificent castle on a piece of land once owned by an old man.
Talk about it - What was Tim's dream? - How did the old man help Tim achieve his dream? - What made Tim's castle so special? - Why did people come from far and wide to see the castle? - Who was hailed as a hero in the story?
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Story RAZ Vocabulary J: The Thanksgiving the Other Jacks Built
Thanksgiving on the Farm: A Story of Friendship and Supply
A farmer and his family help a grocer with a supply of goods, leading to a strong friendship and yearly tradition of celebrating Thanksgiving together.
Talk about it - Who was the farmer in the story? - What did the grocer forget when he came to the farm? - What did the grocer do for Thanksgiving dinner? - How did the farmer and his family help the grocer? - What happened after the farmer and grocer became friends?
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Story RAZ Vocabulary J: Welcome Carlos
Miguel's Toy Factory Adventure
A little boy named Miguel goes on an adventure with his family to a toy factory in Mexico, learns about his relative's work and takes a new photograph to remember their exciting trip.
Talk about it 1. Who is Miguel and where does he live? 2. What did Miguel find in the photograph? 3. What did Miguel learn about the factory? 4. How did Miguel feel about his adventure to the factory? 5. Why did Miguel take a new photograph?
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Story RAZ Vocabulary J: What Pet Should You Get
The Adventures of Tweet: Making a Boring Cage into a Fun Home
A little bird named Tweet transforms a boring cage into an exciting home through research and decision making.
Talk about it 1. What did Tweet do to help the boring bird in the cage? 2. Why did the bird in the cage think it was boring? 3. How did Tweet and the bird in the cage make the cage more interesting? 4. What did Tweet learn from this experience?
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Story RAZ Vocabulary J: When Bad Things Happen
The Wise Owl and the Sun's Journey
A wise owl helps a young fox understand why the sun rises in the east and sets in the west.
Talk about it 1. Who is Oscar in the story? 2. Why did the young fox go to Oscar for help? 3. What did Oscar explain to the young fox about the sun's journey? 4. How did the young fox feel after understanding why the sun rises and sets?
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Story RAZ Vocabulary J: When Bad Things Happen
A Candle to Remember
A young girl lights a candle at church to remember her grandmother and finds comfort in the memories they shared.
Talk about it 1.What did Sarah make to remember her grandmother? 2.Where did Sarah light the candle? 3.What did Sarah find growing near the grave? 4.Why did Sarah visit the cemetery every week? 5.What did Sarah learn about love and memories?
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Story RAZ Vocabulary J: Wheres the Joey
Exploring Tasmania: A Joey's Journey
Joey, a marsupial in Tasmania, Australia, sets out on a journey to learn about his habitat and the world beyond.
Talk about it 1. What was Joey's home called in the story? 2. What did Joey ask his mother about their habitat? 3. What did Joey learn about Mars? 4. What was Joey's mission after learning about Mars? 5. What did Joey discover about the animals and plants in his habitat?
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Story RAZ Vocabulary J: Whose Tracks Are These
Kiki & the Curved Footprints
Kiki discovers a beautiful ice castle after following curved footprints and makes a new dragon friend.
Talk about it - What did Kiki notice in the meadow? - Who did the curved footprints belong to? - What was the dragon's home like? - Did Kiki have a good time with the dragon? - What did Kiki remember about the story every time she passed by the meadow?
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Story RAZ Vocabulary J: Whose Tracks Are These
Bucky the Brave: A Story of Strength and Courage
Bucky the strong animal uses his antlers, hooves, and claws to save trapped small animals and become known as the protector of the forest.
Talk about it 1. What made Bucky strong? 2. What did Bucky use to save the small animals? 3. Why was Bucky known as a protector of the forest? 4. How did the small animals feel after Bucky saved them? 5. What would you have done if you were in Bucky's place?
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Story RAZ Vocabulary J: Why Do Leaves Change Color
The Changing Leaves: A Story of Nature's Cycle
The animals in the forest learn about the cycle of change and growth through the changing of the leaves on the trees.
Talk about it 1. Why did the leaves change color? 2. What did the animals learn about change? 3. How did the fallen leaves help new plants grow? 4. Why is change important for growth and renewal?
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Story RAZ Vocabulary J: Why Do Leaves Change Color
Timmy the Tree's Important Mission
Timmy the Tree learns the importance of taking care of the environment and protects himself from harmful chemicals to restore his photosynthesis cycle.
Talk about it 1. What problem did Timmy the Tree face? 2. How did Timmy solve the problem? 3. Why was it important for Timmy to make things right? 4. What can we learn from Timmy's story about taking care of our environment?
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Story RAZ Vocabulary J: Why Im Late Today
Lily's Exchange with an Alien
A young girl named Lily befriends an alien and explores their spaceship after exchanging gifts.
Talk about it 1. How does Lily feel when she first sees the alien spaceship? 2. What do Lily and the alien exchange as gifts? 3. What does Lily learn about different planets and galaxies on the spaceship? 4. How does Lily feel about her adventure with the alien at the end of the story?
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Story RAZ Vocabulary J: Why Im Late Today
The Mischievous Creature's Lesson
Two friends learn not to judge a book by its cover when they help a mischievous creature find its way home.
Talk about it 1. Why did Tim and Tom try to help the strange creature? 2. How did the creature cause trouble in town? 3. What did Tim and Tom do to make the creature leave? 4. Why did the creature come back with a smile on its face? 5. What did Tim and Tom learn from the experience with the creature?
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Story RAZ Vocabulary J: Wiggly Worms
Coco the Clean-Up Butterfly
A caterpillar turns into a butterfly and helps clean up waste with the help of other animals.
Talk about it 1. What did Coco see that made him want to make a cocoon? 2. Why was Coco proud of his cocoon? 3. How did Coco help clean up the world? 4. How did other animals and insects help Coco clean up the world? 5. Why is it important to not waste the world?
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Story RAZ Vocabulary J: Wiggly Worms
The Ants and the Soil
A group of ants use their muscles to protect their colony and soil by working together and finding what is important.
Talk about it 1. Why did the ants have to work together? 2. What did they find important? 3. How did the ants protect their colony and soil? 4. What did the ants learn about working together?
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Story RAZ Vocabulary J: Wonders of Nature1
The Beaver & the Chameleon: A Tale of Friendship and Help in Nature
A beaver and a chameleon join forces to repair a dam and become the best of friends in the heart of nature.
Talk about it 1. Who helped the beaver repair the dam? 2. What made the chameleon the perfect helper for the job? 3. Why did the beaver and the chameleon become friends? 4. What did the beaver and chameleon do together after fixing the dam? 5. Can you think of another example of two unlikely friends working together to help others?
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