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Preschool Read Alouds

Enrich your preschool classroom with read alouds that captivate young minds. This collection includes engaging tales that promote listening skills, comprehension, and creativity. By sharing these stories, you can lay the groundwork for successful literacy development.

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I'm Thankful Audio Book

I'm Thankful Audio Book
ELA, Reading, Preschool, Kindergarten, Grade 1, 2, Read Alouds, Activities

"I'm Thankful" is a beautiful story about a mom telling her child how thankful she is for him. Sweet sound effects and a comforting voice will calm little ones and will become a favorite story to listen to before bedtime. The same story is then sung as an adorable song. Snuggle close to your little one and share a rhyming story filled with thankfulness for all of your daily blessings. Children are encouraged to talk about all the things they are thankful for and to share them with family and friends.

Author Twin Sisters Digital Media

Tags Bedtime, Thankful, Story, Calming, Child

Safety First Audio Book

Safety First Audio Book
Special Resources, Life Skills, Preschool, Kindergarten, Grade 1, 2, Read Alouds, Activities

Safety First Audio Book A vital teaching resource designed to equip children with safety knowledge. Tailored for Kindergarten, Preschool, Grade 1, and Grade 2 learners, this tool falls under Special Resources with a major focus on Life Skills. Educator's Primary Choice for Safety Awareness As the significance of safety awareness is understood by educators, this audio book effectively delivers the message in an engaging manner. It entails a single MP3 file titled 'Safety First'. Via engrossing songs and narrated safety rules, pupils will learn crucial concepts such as: Using the buddy system for their well-being When they should dial 9-1-1 Differentiate between good touch from bad touch Necessary everyday precautions The Influence of Auditory Learning Included! A unique feature that sets this teaching resource apart is its format – as an audio book . Auditory learning ensures effective recall while honing students' listening skills. The audio book can be used flexibly – in whole class group sessions to stimulate interactive discussions or in small activities groups to reinforce learned principles. An Ideal Part Of Homework And Home Schooling Assignments Pedagogues can include this as part of homework assignments where pupils could pen down their understanding or share it within their families thus spreading preventive awareness further. Equally practical for homeschooling because of its easy accessibility and structure-independent design; It fits all teaching environments perfectly. Conclusion- Turning Kids Into Aware Individuals From A Young Age ! This indispensable addition to teaching resources aids in shaping aware individuals from early childhood by promoting responsible decision-making abilities through safe practice education - Because when children are safe and informed, they are truly ready for a healthier world outside classroom doors.

Author Twin Sisters Digital Media

Tags Safety Education, Life Skills, Audio Book, Preventative Measures, Awareness

Sammy The Steamroller Audio Book

Sammy The Steamroller Audio Book
ELA, Reading, Preschool, Kindergarten, Grade 1, 2, Read Alouds, Activities

Authentic sound effects and playful music help tell the fun story of “Sammy the Steamroller.” When Bob, the engineer, tells his crew that there is an important job to do, Sammy the Steamroller races to help his friends, Connie the Crane, Dan the Drill, Bill the Bulldozer, and Charlie the Cement Mixer. But Sammy learns that his job must be last. At first, Sammy is sad until he learns that even though his job may be the last one, it’s just as important as all of the others.

Author Twin Sisters Digital Media

Tags Education, Steamroller, Bulldozer, Crane, Listening

My Family Video Storybook

My Family Video Storybook
ELA, Reading, Kindergarten, Preschool, Grade 1, Read Alouds, Activities

Meet Sophia and her cute dog named Thunder. Sophia’s family is introduced through beautiful watercolor art and simple text. Grandma is a good cook. Sophia’s brother likes to play baseball. And, of course, Sophia receives presents from her aunt. The story introduces family members' names, what they like to do, and ends with a fun celebration for Sophia’s birthday. What do you like to do when you get together with your family? The perfect book for aspiring readers. Learn simple Spanish words and phrases with the corresponding version Mi Familia.

Author Twin Sisters Digital Media

Tags Ebook, Family, Home, Listening, Beginning Reader

I See An Elephant In The Sky Audio Book

I See An Elephant In The Sky Audio Book
Science, Earth and Environmental Sciences, Environmental Science, Preschool, Kindergarten, Grade 1, 2, 3, Read Alouds, Activities

Have you ever laid on the grass to look up into the sky at the clouds? Did you know that clouds are made up of tiny droplets of water?

Author Twin Sisters Digital Media

Tags Formations, Clouds, Sky, Elephant, Weather

Everyday Superheroes! Audio Book

Everyday Superheroes! Audio Book
ELA, Reading, Kindergarten, Preschool, Grade 1, 2, Read Alouds, Activities

Kids learn what it means to help others and become Everyday Superheroes. Everyday Superheroes are people that look for ways to be helpful, kind, loving, respectful, and try to make a difference in the world. Kids are given practical examples on how to be an Everyday Superhero like helping a neighbor shovel their driveway after it snows, cleaning up without being asked, and asking friends to “join in” when playing a game. Kids will learn about manners in the song Say “Please” and “Thank You!” and learn the concept of volunteering. Then, in an enchanting story about Mermaids, young listeners will learn a valuable lesson about diversity and acceptance. Stories and songs are a great way to teach children about what it means to help others and become Everyday Superheroes.

Author Twin Sisters Digital Media

Tags Helpful, Kind, Loving, Volunteer, Everyday Superheroes

Second Grade Reading Comprehension - Don't Let the Pigeon Stay up Late

Second Grade Reading Comprehension - Don't Let the Pigeon Stay up Late
ELA, Children’s Literature, Literature, Language Development, Reading Comprehension, Reading, Creative Writing, Writing, Community Building, Resources for Teachers, Kindergarten, Preschool, Grade 1, 2, Centers, Activities, Read Alouds, Lesson Plans, Teacher Tools, Writing Prompts, Worksheets & Printables, Novel Studies

Mo Willems is the author of the Pigeon book series. The books contain large amounts of vocabulary designed for k-2nd graders. However, the pictures are so simple and adorable, they can be enjoyed by people of all ages. I adore this series so much that i have collected all of them despite that my son is almost 20 years old. As a result, I created the first of what I hope to be a series of reading comprehension and guided reading activity packs to make learning more fun for early elementary students as well as special education students and those with special needs in the areas of speech and communication. The book, "Don't Let the Pigeon Stay up Late," is required reading in order for students to complete all of the activities. It is available for purchase at Amazon and at Mo Willems own website. You can also find it at your local library to check out. Students will practice reading and learn about grammar, spelling, and increase vocabulary. Activities include: Open-ended questions, writing prompts, based on the text in the book. Sight word recognition activities 32 Spelling Words 32 Vocabulary Words Alphabetization Fill-in-the-Blank Drawing And More Students will be given the opportunity to search for: 14 CVC words found in the book 14 nouns found in the book 18 sight words found in the book Great for: Reading Centers Literature Centers Guided Reading Read aloud activities Practicing Social and Emotional Skills Pigeon books are written so that the reader is directly being spoken to by the Pigeon. Such fun books! Answer key is included, pdf downloadable, printable file. 15 pages Table of contents is included. Links for further activities beyond this guided reading project are also included.

Author Homeschooling Dietitian Mom

Tags Guided Reading, Reading Comprehension, Early Reading, Second Grade Reading Comprehension, 2nd Grade Reading Comprehension, Reading Strategies

Our World Audio Book

Our World Audio Book
Science, Basic Science, Kindergarten, Preschool, Grade 1, Read Alouds, Activities

Kids will explore our world by learning about the five senses: sight, smell, touch, taste, and hearing. Fun songs like “Smelly Feet,” and “Can You Name These Sounds?” make learning about the five senses entertaining and fun! We will talk about “favorite” and “not so favorite” smells, learn about sound waves, foods that taste sweet, salty, sour, and bitter, and so much more!

Author Twin Sisters Digital Media

Tags Sight, Senses, Touch, Smell, Wonder

Maxine and the Ghost Dog Audio Book

Maxine and the Ghost Dog Audio Book
ELA, Reading, Preschool, Kindergarten, Grade 1, Read Alouds, Activities

Maxine and the Ghost Dog Audio Book Maxine's adventures, brought to life by an engaging audio book , introduce young learners to the bustling world of the Pine Plains Firefighters. Maxine, a resident dog at the firehouse, has her own share of misadventures such as when she startled a cat in need of rescue during missions. As teachers narrate this delightful story in their classroom or homeschooling setting, kids are introduced to endless possibilities and moral lessons conveyed through an endearing tale. A plot unfolds where Maxine learns what it takes to be an effective fire dog from a ghostly mentor; adding a touch of mystery and enthusiasm for compressed learning experience for Kindergartens, pre-schoolers and Grade 1 students. The story is accompanied by playful music that enhances listeners' interest by bringing joyful audial elements into their reading routine. This audio resource is ideal for various applications: Group listening sessions in classrooms Individualized attention settings within homeschool environments. Compliments self-paced home study schedules well as it nudges young readers to explore more about Language Arts independently through an entertaining narrative format. Maxine and The Ghost Dog comes in one easily downloadable MP3 file which ensures educators can access it at any time without additional equipment requirements; fostering engaging experiences designed towards shaping intuitive learning avenues via stories featuring lovable characters that students will undoubtedly connect with emotionally. The Benefits: Serves as an excellent initiatory course into Reading as part of Language Art studies for new learners. This resource also seamlessly aligns with further sub-topics within the academic field considering its comprehensive content delivery mechanism extending beyond simply words but into realms of music appreciation too. Drawing them out from traditional textual mediums which require active reading habits; this audio book brings delighted convenience allowing children to learn while resting their eyes yet still stimulating visual imagination courtesy tales spun verbally ensuring language understanding happens on multiple sensory levels concurrently offering immersive educational experiences. Open the door to intuitive learning and join Maxine in her adventures today!

Author Twin Sisters Digital Media

Tags Adventures, Firehouse, Ghostly Mentor, Audio Book, Language Arts

The Three Bears Audio Book

The Three Bears Audio Book
ELA, Reading, Preschool, Kindergarten, Grade 1, 2, 3, Read Alouds, Activities

The Three Bears Audio Book An engaging and interactive teaching resource designed for educators and homeschooling parents. This captivating rendition of a classic tale, featuring Goldilocks and the Three Bears, can be a valuable service to learners from kindergarten to grade three. Flexible Utilization: As an audio file packaged in MP3 format, it lends itself perfectly for utilization in various learning settings. It can be employed as part of: A whole group storytelling session fostering active listening Small group engagements initiating discussions about empathy, choices or consequences An individual rewarding homework assignment where they can write what they've understood or create art inspired by the story Learning Targets: This tool primarily targets Language Arts, focusing on: Phonic awareness Vocabulary building Comprehension skills Addition to Teaching Resources: It includes benefits such as: Presents an excellent technique for introducing pupils to essential literacy rudiments. Incorporating this audio book could enrich your teaching resources by offering students a blend of entertainment combined with learning opportunities. Remarks on its usefulness by parents and educators: The Three Bears Audio Book allows both public school educators and homeschoolers looking to invigorate their instructional practices through rich content while adding dimensionality to your traditional textbook-related instructions. Parents & teachers alike relish watching their young charges embroiled attentively in a magical world of 'once upon a time...' while acquiring fundamental linguistic skills shaping their literacy future."</blockquote

Author Twin Sisters Digital Media

Tags Interactive Learning, Literacy Skills, Storytelling, Engagement, Self-directed Learning

Bring On The Fun Audio Book

Bring On The Fun Audio Book
Science, Life Sciences, Animals, Kindergarten, Preschool, Grade 1, Read Alouds, Activities

Kids love baby animals! With authentic sound effects and lively music, kids will learn interesting facts about puppies, kittens, monkeys, raccoons, alpacas, chicks, polar bears, and fawns. Did you know that the bigger a puppy’s paw size, the larger it will grow? Or that there are more than one hundred fifty breeds of dogs? Interesting facts will have young animal enthusiasts learning about amazing animals while being happily entertained .

Author Twin Sisters Digital Media

Tags Listen, Learn, Animals, Kittens, Alpacas

Jack and the Beanstalk Audio Book

Jack and the Beanstalk Audio Book
ELA, Reading, Kindergarten, Preschool, Grade 1, 2, 3, Read Alouds, Activities

The next morning before sunrise, Jack woke up and discovered a giant beanstalk growing right outside his window. The beans were magical after all, he thought. Listen to this classic tale of a castle in the air, a big, hungry giant, and a daring young boy named Jack.

Author Twin Sisters Digital Media

Tags Jack, Beanstalk, Fairy Tales, Classic Story

Teddy Bear Stories Audio Book

Teddy Bear Stories Audio Book
ELA, Reading, Preschool, Kindergarten, Grade 1, Read Alouds, Activities

Do you have a favorite teddy bear? In this collection of stories, you will meet Celeste, a little girl who has seven different teddy bears. . . Olibear, Bumby, Alistar, Chumly, JellyBear, Nellie, and Ralph. Find out what happens when Celeste falls asleep and her teddy bears come to life and take turns telling stories about their silly adventures. What will happen when Ralph wanders outside and the neighbor’s cat chases him? A surprise happy ending will have little ones snuggling their own teddy bears!

Author Twin Sisters Digital Media

Tags Teddy Bears, Stuffed, Stories, Adventures, Storytelling Teddy Bears, Teddy Bears That Tell Stories

At The Farm Audio Book

At The Farm Audio Book
ELA, Kindergarten, Preschool, Grade 1, Read Alouds, Activities

Listen to the story then hear the same story sung in an adorable song! Our Read &amp; Sing Along series is perfect for young learners and will help reinforce early literacy skills. Explore the farm and learn what sounds all the silly farm animals make! Young listeners will recognize word patterns and find it easy to follow along. “Look at the pigs playing in the mud. I see three little pigs and they’re all having fun. Now the sheep in the pen look ready to play. They’re going baa, baa, baa on this bright sunny day.” Rhyming words will have young children following and learning in no time.

Author Twin Sisters Digital Media

Tags Farm, Animals, Cow, Listen, Pig

Let's Learn About Wild Animals Audio Book

Let's Learn About Wild Animals Audio Book
Science, Life Sciences, Animals, Kindergarten, Preschool, Grade 1, 2, Read Alouds, Activities

Kids learn about bears, zebras, elephants, tigers, koalas, gorillas, and crocodiles as they take a walk in the wild! Kids will learn that the average elephant eats up to 16 hours a day, sleeps about 5 hours a day, drinks up to 80 gallons of water each day, and poops up to eighty pounds a day! Authentic sound effects and lively music will keep kids engaged and learning about a variety of different wild animals. Young animal lovers will learn the difference between a crocodile and an alligator, that koalas are not bears, that the most ferocious big cat is the tiger, and that gorillas live in close-knit bands, and are strong, intelligent animals.

Author Twin Sisters Digital Media

Tags Bear, Zebra, Elephant, Tiger, Lion

Let's Learn Multiplication Audio Book

Let's Learn Multiplication Audio Book
Math, Multiplication and Division, Division, Preschool, Grade 1, 2, 3, 4, 5, Read Alouds, Activities

Original songs that teach multiplication fact 0 to 12 separately- slowly for beginners then faster for advanced learners! Then review the facts with the answers and then without the answers. Multiplication is great for the classroom or for at home learning, and you will see immediate improvement in your child’s multiplication skills! Includes over an hour of multiplication exercises that are perfect for learning and practice.

Author Twin Sisters Digital Media

Tags Multiplication, Math, Life Skills, Classroom, Comprehension

Space Colonies Audio Book

Space Colonies Audio Book
Science, Earth and Environmental Sciences, Space, Kindergarten, Preschool, Grade 1, 2, 3, Read Alouds, Activities

Space colonies are homes in the sky. Have you ever thought about living in outer space?

Author Twin Sisters Digital Media

Tags Astronaut, Live, Sky, Colonies, Math

Farm Animals Video Storybook

Farm Animals Video Storybook
ELA, Kindergarten, Preschool, Read Alouds, Activities

Did you know that a baby goat is called a kid? Or, that a baby donkey is called a foal? Young children will learn the names of baby farm animals and discover the sound that each animal makes. Large photographs of each mommy and baby animal make this the perfect introductory video for young children. Studies show that young learners find it easier to associate real-life animals to photographs than to illustrations. Perfect for pre-readers this video includes simple sentences and repetitive text. Mommy and baby animals featured are: cow/calf, duck/duckling, pig/piglets, chicken/chick, sheep/lamb, horse/foal, cat/kittens, turkey/poult, dog/puppies, goat/kid, and donkey/foal. Other books in the Read &amp; Learn series include: Alphabet, Counting, and Wild Animals.

Author Twin Sisters Digital Media

Tags Farm, Animals, Ebook, Goat, Baby

Let's Learn About Frogs Audio Book

Let's Learn About Frogs Audio Book
Science, Life Sciences, Animals, Preschool, Kindergarten, Grade 1, 2, 3, Read Alouds, Activities

Hop in and explore the wonderful world of FROGS! Do you know why frogs are so slimy? What they like to eat? How this amazing creature changes from a tiny tadpole into an adult frog? There are so many fun facts to learn about frogs. Kids will learn about this incredible amphibian as they explore with a fact-filled story and an adorable sing-along song! From learning about the poisonous Golden Dart Frog, or the Goliath Bullfrog, engaging sound effects and a captivating story, is the perfect combination of education and entertainment!

Author Twin Sisters Digital Media

Tags Frogs, Amphibians, Tadpole, Metamorphosis, Learn About Frogs

Humpty Dumpty & More Audio Book

Humpty Dumpty & More Audio Book
ELA, Kindergarten, Preschool, Grade 1, Read Alouds, Activities

Listen to the story then hear the same story sung in an adorable song! Our Read &amp; Sing Along series is perfect for young learners and will help reinforce early literacy skills. Help the children glue and tape Humpty Dumpty back together again with this adapted version of the classic Humpty Dumpty rhyme. Then enjoy five more classic nursery rhymes including Jack and Jill, Oh Where, Oh where, Has My Little Dog Gone?, Five Little Piggies and Little Miss Muffet! The fun Sing A Story series includes: Five Little Monkeys Jumping On The Bed, Old MacDonald Had A Farm, Ten In The Bed, B-I-N-G-O, Down By The Bay, Humpty Dumpty &amp; Other Nursery Rhymes, Six Little Ducks, Five Little Skunks, ABC Nursery Rhymes, The Wheels On The Bus, This Old Man, How Many Ducks?, Old MacDonald’s Letter Farm, The ABCs, Singing The Consonant Sounds, The Farmer In The Dell and It’s Silly Time!

Author Twin Sisters Digital Media

Tags Classic, Nursery, Rhymes, Humpty Dumpty, Ebook, Humpty Dumpty Story Book

Tools To Predict The Weather Audio Book

Tools To Predict The Weather Audio Book
Science, Earth and Environmental Sciences, Environmental Science, Preschool, Kindergarten, Grade 1, 2, 3, Read Alouds, Activities

Kids will learn about the important tools a meteorologist uses to predict the weather in this fun, rhyming audiobook.

Author Twin Sisters Digital Media

Tags Tools, Predictions, Barometer, Thermometer, Weather

You're An Astronaut Audio Book

You're An Astronaut Audio Book
Science, Earth and Environmental Sciences, Space, Preschool, Kindergarten, Grade 1, 2, 3, Read Alouds, Activities

Kids will learn what it’s like to lift off in a space shuttle and experience outer space in this fact-filled, audiobook about being an astronaut.

Author Twin Sisters Digital Media

Tags Shuttle, Lift Off, Mission Specialist, Astronaut, Science

The Spooky Tree Audio Book

The Spooky Tree Audio Book
ELA, Reading, Kindergarten, Preschool, Grade 1, Read Alouds, Activities

The Spooky Tree Audio Book The Spooky Tree Audio Book is an engaging, non-terrifying audio resource that captures the imaginations of young students from preschool to first grade. This book combines an entertaining story about Liz and Billy's encounter with a spooky tree with impactful sound effects. Suitable for All Seasons This audio resource is perfect for Halloween or any season. In the story, lightning strikes a pole near Liz and Billy's home, causing them to reconsider their feelings about the nearby immense, eerie tree. Teachers can use this narrative to promote listening skills and introduce storytelling elements. Flexible Learning Tool in MP3 Format Can be used for whole group activities promoting shared responses and discussions. In smaller groups it enhances personalized instruction creating intimate atmospheres fostering deeper understanding. Assigned as homework promotes independent learning at home allowing students to learn at their own pace enhancing comprehension skills. A Unique Teaching Resource The Spooky Tree Audio Book serves those seeking unique ways to motivate growing readers. It combines engaging narratives enriched with resonating sound effects in a fun way that help learners grasp complex language arts principles. A Timeless Lesson Beyond Halloween This audio book isn't confined within Halloween but imparts timeless language learning lessons transforming everyday instruction into vibrant multi-level experiences catering to all facets of early years education spectrum.

Author Twin Sisters Digital Media

Tags Spooky Tree, Audio Book, Engaging Storytelling, Sound Effects, Language Arts

A Is For Alligator - Audiobook

A Is For Alligator - Audiobook
ELA, Language Development, Pre-Reading, Kindergarten, Preschool, Grade 1, Read Alouds

Title: A Is For Alligator - Audiobook Imagine a teaching resource that combines engaging storytelling with musical learning, all packaged in an easily accessible audio format. That's exactly what you get with the 'A Is For Alligator- Audiobook'. Crafted primarily for preschoolers, kindergartners and first graders, this unique audiobook presents the alphabet in a rhyming song-filled format that is both enjoyable and educational. The audiobook contains: A delightful tale followed by the same story transformed into an enchanting sing-along. a part of our Read & Sing Along series specifically designed to fortify early literacy skills. A journey through English alphabets paired each letter with a word beginning from that letter Ideal for pre-reading activities in Language Arts, it fosters identification of letter sounds and opens young learners to alphabetical order efficiently. With its approachable style, 'A Is For Alligator' promotes curious exploration while sparking enthusiasm towards recognition of letters and their corresponding sounds. Modes of Usage: Whole Group Sessions: Children can join hands and sing along collectively Smaller Groups: Students can take turns singing lines building peer interaction skills Creative Homework Assignments: Encourages individual practice at home stimulating parental involvement in their child’s learning process. In sum, The 'A Is For Alligator' audiobook serves not just as a tool to grasp English alphabets but also instills love towards reading right from an early age.</p

Author Twin Sisters Digital Media

Tags Alligator, Alphabet, Storytelling, Sing-along, Early Literacy