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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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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

Huge Helping Machines Audio Book

Huge Helping Machines Audio Book
ELA, Reading, Preschool, Kindergarten, Grade 1, 2, Read Alouds, Activities

Fun sound-effects and whimsical music help tell the story of “Dumpty the Dump Truck.” Dumpty the Dump Truck loves to work for his driver Joe. Nothing makes him happier than to carry a big load of rocks and dump it into a great big pile. But one day when Joe has a huge job to do, Dumpty learns that he isn’t the biggest, fastest, strongest, or the newest Dump Truck in town. This makes Dumpty sad. Find out what happens when Dumpty decides to not compare himself to others, but to work hard to get his job done. Children will learn a valuable lesson about working hard, and not comparing themselves with others. Then in “Sammy the Steamroller," children will learn all about the many different machines that are involved with construction. Stories accompanied by fun-filled songs will educate and entertain children!

Author Twin Sisters Digital Media

Tags Listening, Fun, Sound Effects, Steamroller, Bulldozer

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

Walk In The Wild Audio Book

Walk In The Wild Audio Book
Science, Life Sciences, Animals, Kindergarten, Preschool, Grade 1, 2, Read Alouds, Activities

The Walk In The Wild Audio Book serves as an excellent teaching resource for educators and parents who are keen on offering a fun-filled, informative means of learning about wildlife to preschoolers, kindergarteners, and first & second graders. This interactive audio book dives into Zoology as children uncover exciting facts about wild beasts such as bears, zebras, elephants, giraffes, gorillas, lions, tigers and crocodiles. This Science-focused resource incorporates authentic sound effects coupled with engaging music that will keep young learners intrigued while they grasp remarkable realities such as an elephant's eating appetite of up to 16 hours daily or its amazing hydration needs demanding up to 80 gallons of water each day. Figments like these will not only enlighten learners but will also draw their attention deeper into the world of animals through significant facts that duly represent the wonder in wildlife. Whether teachers choose to disseminate this audio learning tool during whole class sessions or divide it amongst smaller groups for focused discussions depends on their pedagogical objectives. It also offers homeschooling parents a standalone product with flexibility in usage; it can fill quiet study hours or serve as exciting material during group co-op sessions stimulating lively conversation starters among kids. Contained within this educational resource is a single MP3 file titled ‘Walk In The Wild.' It suffices elegantly for Jim Trelease's concept whereby he acknowledges audiobooks' ability to introduce students at varying reading levels to books above their reading age; thus fostering exposure towards complex language pattern development and vocabulary growth. The Walk In The Wild Audio Book embellishes learning with both vivid imagery through storytelling sonics alongside factual precision—a unique blend of pleasure-reads captivated by numerous elements embodying curiosity and merriment in one package!

Author Twin Sisters Digital Media

Tags Wildlife, Zoology, Interactive Learning, Audio Book, Educational Resource

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

Hickory Dickory Dock & More Audio Book

Hickory Dickory Dock & More Audio Book
ELA, Reading, Kindergarten, Preschool, Read Alouds, Activities

Listen to the story then hear the same story sung in an adorable song! Our Read & Sing Along series is perfect for young learners and will help reinforce early literacy skills. From one to five, count along as the little mouse runs up and down the clock in the classic nursery rhyme “Hickory, Dickory Dock.” Then meet “Little Boy Blue” as he’s fast asleep in the haystack. Sing along with…”Hey diddle, diddle, the cat and the fiddle, the cow jumped over the moon. The little dog laughed to see such sport, and the dish ran away with the spoon.” Also includes the following favorite nursery rhymes: “Itsy Bitsy Spider,” “Pat-a-Cake, Pat-a-Cake” and “Twinkle, Twinkle, Little Star.” Young learners will enjoy all six classic nursery rhymes.

Author Twin Sisters Digital Media

Tags Nursery, Rhymes, Classic, Counting, Numbers

I Love Cats! Audio Book

I Love Cats! Audio Book
ELA, Reading, Preschool, Kindergarten, Grade 1, 2, Read Alouds, Activities

Cats are amazing animals! Did you know that all kittens are born with blue eyes? It’s true. These adorable balls of fur will eventually get their unique eye color around 8 weeks old. Kids will learn fun facts about cats and meet a little girl who finds a lost kitten. What creative ideas does Jodi have to reunite the lost kitten with its owner? Cat enthusiasts will then learn about a Mother Cat that has two very different kittens in “Scaredy-Cat Kitten.” Happy endings and sweet songs will keep everyone entertained and learning more about...CATS!

Author Twin Sisters Digital Media

Tags Kittens, Cats, Mammals, Rhyming, Story

Heroes Of Our Time Audio Book

Heroes Of Our Time Audio Book
Science, Earth and Environmental Sciences, Space, Preschool, Kindergarten, Grade 1, 2, 3, Read Alouds, Activities

On January 28, 1886 the space shuttle Challenger exploded just 73 seconds after lift-off. This unexpected disaster took the lives of seven people.

Author Twin Sisters Digital Media

Tags Hero, Dedication, Challenger, Scientists, Research

Five Little Monkeys Jumping on the Bed Video Storybook

Five Little Monkeys Jumping on the Bed Video Storybook
ELA, Kindergarten, Preschool, Read Alouds, Activities

Watch the story. Then sing the story! It isn’t a secret that using songs to teach children pre-reading skills is fun and successful. This classic song is featured as a read-along and a sing-along. Jumping on the bed was a bad idea for these five little monkeys! Count down, from five to one, as each silly monkey falls off of the bed! After mama and the doctor finally get the little ones to stop jumping around, you’ll be surprised to see what they dream about! Young readers will giggle as they read or sing through this fun rhyme featuring cute illustrations and repetitive sentences. 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 & 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 Story, Song, Classic, Five Little Monkeys, Ebook, 10 Little Monkeys, Monkeys On The Bed Video, Five Little Monkey Jumping On The Bed Video, 5 Monkeys Jumping On The Bed Video, Five Monkeys Jumping On The Bed Video, Five Little Monkeys Jumping On The Bed Story

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 & Learn series include: Alphabet, Counting, and Wild Animals.

Author Twin Sisters Digital Media

Tags Farm, Animals, Ebook, Goat, Baby

The Weather's Always Changing Audio Book

The Weather's Always Changing Audio Book
Science, Earth and Environmental Sciences, Environmental Science, Preschool, Kindergarten, Grade 1, 2, 3, Read Alouds, Activities

Kids will explore why the weather is constantly changing in this fun, rhyming audiobook about the weather.

Author Twin Sisters Digital Media

Tags Weather, Change, Moisture, Air Pressure, Cloud Formations

My Best Friend Susie Q Audio Book

My Best Friend Susie Q Audio Book
ELA, Reading, Preschool, Kindergarten, Grade 1, 2, Read Alouds, Activities

Having a best friend is awesome. Susie Q and Kim talk about being friends growing up and discuss the memories they made together when they were little girls. Sing along with them to songs like “Playmate,” and “Make New Friends." Then end the day with “Row, Row, Row Your Boat,” and “Pat-A-Cake, Pat-A-Cake," and other songs that are perfect to share with your best friend!

Author Twin Sisters Digital Media

Tags Best, Friends, Friendship, Growing Up, Song

Can We Live In Space Audio Book

Can We Live In Space Audio Book
Science, Earth and Environmental Sciences, Space, Preschool, Kindergarten, Grade 1, 2, 3, Read Alouds, Activities

Do you think it’s possible for people to live in space someday? Kids will learn about Skylab, a 118-foot long laboratory that was launched into space on May 14, 1973.

Author Twin Sisters Digital Media

Tags Science, Space, Pilot, Astronaut, Skylab

Lizards & Scaly Friends Audio Book

Lizards & Scaly Friends Audio Book
Science, Life Sciences, Animals, Preschool, Kindergarten, Grade 1, 2, 3, 4, Read Alouds, Activities

Young scientists will learn all about lizards including how they look, where they live, their babies, how they change as they grow up, and more in our science series “Know It Alls: Lizards." Then through song, children will learn more about reptiles, turtles, and snakes in “What is A Reptile?,” “If Only I Could Leave my Shell,” and “Listen to the Rattlesnake." Curious minds will love these interesting facts and larger-than-life sound effects to go along with engaging songs and stories.

Author Twin Sisters Digital Media

Tags Lizards, Reptiles, Snakes, Cold-blooded, Scales, Book About Lizards

Tornados And Hurricanes Audio Book

Tornados And Hurricanes Audio Book
Science, Earth and Environmental Sciences, Environmental Science, Preschool, Kindergarten, Grade 1, 2, 3, Read Alouds, Activities

Kids will learn the difference between a tornado and a hurricane in the fact-filled rhyming audiobook.

Author Twin Sisters Digital Media

Tags Tornado, Hurricane, Storm, Natural Disaster, Weather

Huge Machines Video Storybook

Huge Machines Video Storybook
ELA, Kindergarten, Preschool, Read Alouds, Activities

Children will learn about all of the different machines that farmers use each day! “Trucks, tractors, forklifts, and bulldozers, too. Any huge machine, I like. How about you?” Young readers will be amazed by what trucks, tractors, forklifts and other huge machines can do in this brightly-illustrated rhyming Video! “Huge Machines” is a great video to reinforce early literacy skills.

Author Twin Sisters Digital Media

Tags Farmers, Machines, Bulldozer, Forklift, Ebook

Spring And Summer Audio Book

Spring And Summer Audio Book
Science, Earth and Environmental Sciences, Environmental Science, Preschool, Kindergarten, Grade 1, 2, 3, Read Alouds, Activities

Spring is a very unpredictable time of the year. Sometimes it’s warm, and then snow might appear. Daffodils and crocuses are clues that spring is near.

Author Twin Sisters Digital Media

Tags Spring, Summer, Listen, Weather, Science

A Pilot Flies Her Plane Video Storybook

A Pilot Flies Her Plane Video Storybook
ELA, Kindergarten, Preschool, Read Alouds, Activities

A Pilot Flies Her Plane Video Storybook: An Ideal Teaching Resource A Pilot Flies Her Plane Video Storybook is an interactive and fun teaching resource perfect for exploring different modes of transportation. This tool is ideally designed for flexibility in the Language Arts curriculum particularly for preschoolers and kindergarteners. Educational Aid: The video storybook aids early literacy skills development. It not only deals with storytelling but also instills knowledge about various types of transportation—planes, trains, boats—and elucidates benefits of walking. Notably, it subtly highlights healthy and environmentally friendly practices. Versatility: The MP4 format ensures compatibility across multiple digital platforms. It can be used in classroom settings via projectors or smartboards, as well as on handheld tablets during home-schooling sessions - making it adaptable to a variety of learning environments. Tale & Engagement: The beautiful illustrations embedded in this story promote pattern recognition—a crucial math skill that coincides with literacy development. Children are recurrently exposed to familiar scenes allowing them to anticipate textual content which enhances comprehension skills crucial in vocabulary mastery. In conclusion, A Pilot Flies Her Plane Video Storybook isn't just a simple teaching resource - it aligns education with enjoyment by promoting efficient learning through engaging materials.

Author Twin Sisters Digital Media

Tags Pilot, Transportation, Interactive, Literacy Skills, Early Math

When I Grow Up I Want To Be An Astronaut Audio Book

When I Grow Up I Want To Be An Astronaut Audio Book
Science, Earth and Environmental Sciences, Space, Preschool, Kindergarten, Grade 1, 2, 3, Read Alouds, Activities

If you are fascinated with space, you might want to consider being an astronaut. An astronaut needs to study hard in school, be in good health, and work well with others.

Author Twin Sisters Digital Media

Tags Astronaut, Study, Discover, Cover, Space

Famous Astronauts Audio Book

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

Did you know that the first space traveler was a dog named Laika? The Russians sent Laika into space in 1957. It wasn’t until April 12, 1961 that a human being traveled in space. Kids will learn interesting facts about famous astronauts.

Author Twin Sisters Digital Media

Tags Cosmonauts, Traveler, Famous, Apollo, Career

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

Fairy Tales Audio Book

Fairy Tales Audio Book
ELA, Reading, Preschool, Grade 1, 2, Read Alouds, Activities

Fairy Tales Audio Book This teaching resource provides a wonderfully immersive and engaging way for young learners to engage with classic fairy tales. Aimed at children in kindergarten, grade 1, and grade 2, the Fairy Tales Audio Book is an excellent tool for educators both in public schools and homeschooling alike. The audio book introduces three famous tales: The Three Little Pigs Little Red Riding Hood Sleeping Beauty Each story is designed to capture the imagination of young listeners while offering positive takeaways. The Three Little Pigs: In this tale, children learn a profound lesson about hard work and preparation when they follow the adventure of these endearing siblings building their homes away from danger. The narrative emphasizes not only familial bonds but also a sense of understanding regarding safety measures as they face a cunning antagonist - an eager wolf looking for supper! Little Red Riding Hood: This beloved story adds essences of compassion as well fear in its climax when faced with another tricky wolf character - elements sure to delight your students' storytelling experience Finally, we meet our classic princess named Briar Rose embroiled under an evil spell cast by a jealous fairy that sends her kingdom into deep slumber emphasizing lessons on overcoming adversity. Sleeping Beauty (Briar Rose): Beneath an oppressive sleeping enchantment set by envy-laden wicked witch awaits this timeless fairy-tale's showdown illuminating message surrounding defying difficulties triumphantly.. Potential Ways For Engagement: An educator could plan whole group activities where learners imagine alternative endings or compose their own characters influenced by what they heard; Small group activities where they can discuss themes emerging from stories can be created; Individuals could draw scenes inspired by narration making this multipurpose resource fit into curricula seamlessly across Language Arts focusing on reading skills. Having a technological device capable of playing audio files is necessary to use this resource. Encourage your learners' imagination with the enchanting power of storytelling brought alive by the Fairy Tales Audio Book .</p

Author Twin Sisters Digital Media

Tags Fairy Tales, Audio Book, Storytelling, Immersive Learning, Character Development

Mommy Loves me - Mami Me Ama Audio Book

Mommy Loves me - Mami Me Ama Audio Book
ELA, Reading, Kindergarten, Preschool, Read Alouds, Activities

Fun sound effects and sweet music will have little ones laughing as they listen to the sound of an elephant, bee, kangaroo, chimpanzee, lion, sheep, and hippopotamus. “Mommy Loves Me!” is a perfect introduction for babies and toddlers to learn animal sounds and the simple truth that mommies love their babies! Los efectos de sonido de la diversión y la música dulce tendrán pequeños riéndose mientras escuchan el sonido de un elefante, una abeja, un canguro, un chimpancé, un león, una oveja y un hipopótamo. “¡Mami Me Ama!” es una introducción perfecta para que los bebés y niños pequeños aprendan los sonidos de los animales y la simple verdad de que las mamás aman a sus bebés.

Author Twin Sisters Digital Media

Tags Listening, Literacy, Baby, Toddler, Sounds

The Night The Toys Came Alive Audio Book

The Night The Toys Came Alive Audio Book
ELA, Reading, Preschool, Kindergarten, Grade 1, 2, Read Alouds, Activities

The Night The Toys Came Alive Audio Book The Night The Toys Came Alive Audio Book offers a unique blend of literature and music that provides an entertaining yet educational resource for teachers, parents and students alike. Suitable for kindergarten, preschool, grade 1, and grade 2 levels; this audio book enhances children's comprehension abilities in an engaging way. Story Setting Set in the whimsical city of Pleasantville, we're introduced to a night where the toys magically come alive. Their goal is simple: return home before their cherished children awaken. However there's a delightful twist - none of these carefree toys knows the correct path returning to their respective homes resulting in a comedic mix-up as they scamper to the wrong houses. Educational Benefits Serving as more than just an adventurous narrative; this resource aids Language Arts learning aiming at reading enrichment. The simple language coupled with dynamic storytelling instigates children's imagination and encourages active listening skills which are vital components in promoting literacy at early stages. In terms of delivery method versatility; it can be utilized during various teaching scenarios. In whole group sessions it fosters unity among kids encouraging bonding through shared experience while enhancing their auditory learning skills. In small group settings it triggers dialogue facilitating problem-solving discussions hence fostering critical thinking development among young scholars. Vibrant Auditory Stimulation p The Night The Toys Came Alive Audio Book promises vibrant auditory stimulation with fun music interwoven throughout narration along with sound effects giving life-like feel which besides making listening enjoyable aids concentration span increment over time that has proven cognitive benefits beyond classroom dynamics alone. User-Friendly Format This teaching resource comes in one convenient MP3 file which ensures ease of use without any technical headache for teachers, parents or students making it an effortless yet beneficial addition to any educational plan.

Author Twin Sisters Digital Media

Tags Toys, Storytelling, Literacy, Active Listening, Imagination