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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 R: Wonders of Nature
The Adventures of the Beaver and the Chameleon in the Habitat of Nature".
A beaver and a chameleon form an unlikely friendship as they explore their habitat surrounded by nature and discover the mammals that live there.
Talk about it 1. What is the setting of the story? 2. Who are the main characters in the story? 3. How did the beaver and chameleon become friends? 4. What did they learn about the environment and nature? 5. Can you name one mammal they discovered while exploring?
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Story RAZ Vocabulary R: Wonders of Nature2
Max and the Leaf-Rolling Weevil: A Tale of Wonder and Adventure
A mole learns about hard work and resourcefulness from a leaf-rolling weevil through a journey of discovery and friendship in the forest.
Talk about it 1. What did Max learn from the leaf-rolling weevil? 2. Why do you think the weevil was rolling up leaves? 3. Why did Max become friends with the weevil? 4. What is the importance of hard work and resourcefulness in this story? 5. Can you think of a time when you or someone you know showed resourcefulness?
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Story RAZ Vocabulary R: Wonders of Nature2
The Wonders of the Wetland
An archerfish discovers the wonders of a new wetland home filled with flying dragons, sea dragons, praying mantises, and more.
Talk about it 1. What kind of animals did Archy see in the wetland? 2. How did the leaf insect change its color? 3. How did the sea dragon move in the water? 4. What did Archy think of the wetland? 5. Can you think of other wonders that might be found in the wetland?
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Story RAZ Vocabulary R: Woods of Wonder
The Fungi's Scat Surprise
A group of animals discover a reserve of food, and unexpected fun in the form of singing and dancing fungi who share their scat (mushrooms) with the animals.
Talk about it 1. What is the reserve in the story, and what is stored there? 2. What did the animals find when they stumbled upon the fungi? 3. Why were the animals hesitant to try the scat offered by the fungi? 4. How did the story end for the animals and the fungi?
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Story RAZ Vocabulary R: Woods of Wonder
The Diversity Journey in the Endangered Region
A group of diverse creatures in a faraway region learn about the importance of diversity and work together to protect their endangered friends in the ecosystem.
Talk about it 1. What is diversity and why is it important for the ecosystem? 2. How did the animals work together to protect their endangered friends? 3. What did the animals learn about the definition of diversity and its role in the ecosystem? 4. What was the result of the animals' efforts to protect their endangered friends? 5. Can you think of other examples of diverse ecosystems and their features?
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Story RAZ Vocabulary R: Woods of Wonder2
The Magic of Old-Growth Forest
A group of scientists discover the importance of preserving old-growth forests and educate people on their significance.
Talk about it 1. What are deciduous and coniferous trees? 2. Why is the old-growth forest special? 3. What is the canopy in the story? 4. What did the scientists do to help protect the old-growth forest? 5. How might the forest change if we don't protect it?
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Story RAZ Vocabulary S: A Big League for Little Players
The Eager Tournament Competitors
The Eager Tournament Competitors" is a story about kids competing in a fun and organized tournament, where the focus is on participation and effort rather than winning.
Talk about it 1. How does each competitor feel about the tournament? 2. What is the purpose of dividing the tournament into different divisions? 3. What was the most exciting part of the tournament for the competitors? 4. Why do you think the competitors were proud of themselves at the end of the day?
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Story RAZ Vocabulary S: A Selection From Alice in Wonderland
Max's Delightful Errand
A dog named Max runs an errand for his master, fetching fresh bread from a nearby resort and becoming known as the best errand runner in the village.
Talk about it 1. How did Max feel when he was asked to run an errand for his master? 2. Why was Max so eager to please his master? 3. How did Max's master feel about the bread he fetched? 4. Why did Max become known as the best errand runner in the village?
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Story RAZ Vocabulary S: Animals Feel Emotions
Daisy the Compassionate Leader
A kind and gentle deer named Daisy shows her devotion and compassion by leading the animals in a forest through a storm.
Talk about it 1. What was Daisy's personality like before the storm? 2. How did Daisy help her friends during the storm? 3. How did the other animals feel about Daisy after the storm had passed? 4. Why do you think Daisy became a leader instead of staying passive? 5. How does devotion and compassion help people in difficult situations?
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Story RAZ Vocabulary S: Animals Feel Emotions
Max's Loyalty: A Three-Legged Adventure
Max, a rambunctious dog, demonstrates unwavering loyalty to his owners despite a malignant injury requiring amputation and proves that love can overcome any challenge.
Talk about it 1. Why did Max need to have his leg amputated? 2. How did Max's owners feel about the surgery? 3. How did Max react after the surgery? 4. What did Max's owners promise him? 5. How did Max show that love and loyalty can overcome any challenge?
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Story RAZ Vocabulary S: Barack Obama
Nia's Fight for Justice
A young girl named Nia learns about her heritage and becomes a champion of justice by speaking out against slavery and injustices.
Talk about it 1. What inspired Nia to fight against injustice? 2. How did Nia's actions impact her community? 3. What can we learn from Nia's passion and dedication? 4. How can we stand up against injustices in our own lives?
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Story RAZ Vocabulary S: Bears
Benny the Spectacled Bear Learns to Embrace His Uniqueness
Benny the spectacled bear learns to embrace his uniqueness and stop comparing himself to others with the help of a wise old owl.
Talk about it 1. What did Benny learn from the wise old owl about being unique? 2. Why did Benny feel left out at first? 3. How does Benny feel about himself at the end of the story? 4. Can you think of a time when you felt left out or exclusive? How did you handle it?
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Story RAZ Vocabulary S: Bears
Saving the Diverse Forest: The Story of Sarah, the Animal Hero
A conservationist named Sarah saves endangered animals in a diverse forest from extinction by protecting their habitats and educating people about conservation.
Talk about it 1. What was the problem in the forest? 2. Why were some animals becoming extinct? 3. What did Sarah do to help? 4. How did she protect the habitats of the endangered animals? 5. How did she educate people about conservation? 6. What was the result of Sarah's efforts?
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Story RAZ Vocabulary S: Bites and Stings
Bella the Docile Horse and the Lesson of Kindness
A docile horse named Bella teaches a group of mischievous kids the importance of kindness through her experience with inflammation and harassment.
Talk about it 1. Why was Bella considered docile? 2. What happened to Bella that caused her inflammation? 3. How did the mischievous kids treat Bella at first? 4. What did the village elder do to help Bella? 5. How did the kids change their behavior towards Bella after learning their lesson? 6. Why is it important to be kind to others, especially animals?
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Story RAZ Vocabulary S: Bites and Stings
Stripe's Adventure: Overcoming a Venomous Bites
Stripe, the snake, gets treated for a venomous spider bite and learns the importance of seeking medical attention.
Talk about it 1. Why did Stripe's skin change color? 2. What was the cause of Stripe's health problem? 3. Who helped Stripe get better? 4. What did the other animals learn from Stripe's experience? 5. Why is it important to seek medical attention when you are not feeling well?
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Story RAZ Vocabulary S: Building Big Dreams
Timmy the Trickster and the Distinctive Locks
A mischievous dwarf named Timmy learns the importance of keeping his lock distinctive to avoid confusion with his friends.
Talk about it 1. Why did Timmy switch the locks? 2. How did Timmy help his friends find their locks? 3. What did Timmy do to make sure he wouldn't confuse his friends again? 4. Why is it important to have a distinctive lock?
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Story RAZ Vocabulary S: Building Big Dreams
The Dwarf's Dam Adventure
A dwarf goes on an adventure to explore a hydroelectric dam and discovers its unique features and the controversy surrounding it.
Talk about it 1. Why do you think the dam was controversial? 2. What was the dwarf's reaction to the dam? 3. Can you think of a different ending to the story? 4. How is the dam helping the city? 5. What makes the dam distinctive compared to others?
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Story RAZ Vocabulary S: Butterflies and Moths
The Exoskeleton Adventure
A caterpillar transforms into a butterfly with an exoskeleton helping other caterpillars to do the same and they all fly happily together.
Talk about it 1. What did the caterpillar turn into? 2. How was the butterfly different from other butterflies in the forest? 3. What did the butterfly do to help her friends? 4. How did the other caterpillars become like the butterfly with the exoskeleton? 5. How did the story end for the butterfly and her friends?
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Story RAZ Vocabulary S: Butterflies and Moths
The Adventures of Inchy: A Journey Through Metamorphosis
Inchy, a insect with long antennae, goes through metamorphosis and migrates while avoiding predators in the meadow.
Talk about it 1. What is metamorphosis? 2. How does Inchy use his antennae? 3. Why did Inchy and other insects migrate? 4. What is the difference between an insect and an invertebrate? 5. Can you think of any other animals that go through metamorphosis?
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Story RAZ Vocabulary S: Code Talkers
The Gift-Giver Prince
A kind prince secures a gift for his subjects, serves it to children, and becomes known as the "Gift-Giver Prince".
Talk about it 1. What did the prince want to secure for his subjects? 2. How did the prince punish the thief who tried to break into the box? 3. What was in the box that the prince gave to the children in his kingdom? 4. How did the children feel when they received the treats from the prince? 5. Why did the prince become known as the "Gift-Giver Prince"?
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Story RAZ Vocabulary S: Code Talkers
The Power of Unity: A Village's Journey to Overcome Discrimination.
A village learns to overcome discrimination through a leader's plan and the power of unity, resulting in peace and harmony.
Talk about it 1. Why did the symbol cause discrimination in the village? 2. How did the leader help the villagers treat each other with kindness and respect? 3. Why was love and kindness stronger than the symbol and discrimination? 4. What did the villagers learn from the tragedy that happened? 5. How can we apply the methods used in the village to our own lives?
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Story RAZ Vocabulary S: Code Talkers2
The Navajo Code Talker: A Story of Translation and Triumph
The Navajo Code Talker" is a story about a young Navajo boy who uses his coding skills and knowledge of the Navajo language to help the U.S. government transmit important messages during World War II.
Talk about it 1. Who is the main character in the story? 2. What did Joe do to help the U.S. government during World War II? 3. What was the result of Joe's work? 4. Why do you think it was important for the messages to be transmitted securely? 5. How did Joe become known as a hero and a true Code Talker?
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Story RAZ Vocabulary S: Condors Giant Birds
Title: "Max's Adventure: From Captivity to Freedom
A bird named Max learns the importance of friendship and living in harmony with his ecosystem after adapting to captivity and eventually finding refuge.
Talk about it 1. What was Max's initial goal in the story? 2. How did Max feel about being captive in the machine? 3. What did Max learn about happiness at the end of the story? 4. How did Max's experience in captivity help him once he was free? 5. What can we learn from Max's journey about adapting to new situations?
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Story RAZ Vocabulary S: Finding the Tome
The Gloomy Kingdom and the Brave Prince
A young prince named Max uses his bravery and smarts to break a spell and bring happiness back to a kingdom filled with gloom.
Talk about it 1. Why was the kingdom always gloomy? 2. What did Prince Max find in the castle library? 3. How did Prince Max break the spell and bring happiness back to the kingdom? 4. Why was Prince Max hailed as a hero by everyone?
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