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Written by the kindergarten teacher and Instagram influencer affectionately known as the Tutu Teacher, comes a KINDergarten story about celebrating all the amazing ways children grow-- inside and out-- throughout the year.Spring has sprung in KINDergarten! Flowers grow just outside the classroom. The trees are budding, and even baby birds begin to chirp, but Mason isn’t feeling very cheerful. Mason sees her friends getting better at everything, but she doesn’t think she can do anything right.  But Mason's favorite teacher Ms. Perry has an idea... a growth chart! It’s not like other growth charts that measure how tall children grow, it’s a place for students to put how they each want to change and grow over the next few months. Sure, some students want to get taller, but others have different goals. Reynaldo wants to learn the sound of every letter in the alphabet, Irene wants to learn how to ride a bike without training wheels, and Mason, well Mason wants to grow in every way!This reassuring story told by Vera Ahiyya and brought to life by Joey Chou's exuberant illustrations will help every young reader feel more comfortable in kindergarten by reminding them that we all shine in different ways. And as kind Ms. Perry says, “It is always ok to ask for help. Seeds don’t grow all on their own. They need the help of the sun, good soil and water to grow—— just like you!”

Get Ready for Valentine's Day in this exciting new series for kids who love new experiences and holiday fun! Vera Ahiyya, the Tutu Teacher, knows everything your family needs to get ready... and to celebrate every precious moment!Includes a press-out holiday sign for photo opportunities!Get Ready for Valentine's Day in this exciting new series for kids who love new experiences and holiday fun! Vera Ahiyya, the Tutu Teacher, knows everything your family needs to get ready... and to celebrate every precious moment!Includes a press-out holiday sign for photo opportunities!It's time to get ready for Valentine's Day! Kai's whole class is busily preparing by making friendship cards, decorating homemade mailboxes, and sharing delicious sweets and treats! But Kai and their friends can't help but worry... what if they don't receive any cards at alll? Luckily, their teacher will help the whole class learn the true meaning of friendship!This edition includes an adorable press-out sign for Valentine's Day photo opps!

Get ready for first grade in this exciting new series for kids embarking on new adventures! Vera Ahiyya, the Tutu Teacher, knows everything your family needs to get ready... and to celebrate every precious moment!This edition includes an adorable press-out sign for first day photo opportunities!It's Leilani's first day of first grade, and she is excited and a bit nervous. But thanks to her caring family and friendly new teacher, Mr. Gray, she soon learns all about the fun things they will make and do in the classroom that year. Soon, she gains confidence that she has what it takes to be a first grader! Vera Ahiyya’s engaging read-aloud will help your child prepare for and succeed in first grade and beyond, just like Leilani.

Get Ready for Kindergarten in this exciting new series for kids embarking on new adventures--written by an actual teacher! Vera Ahiyya, the Tutu Teacher, knows all about what your child can expect on their first day... and how to make the experience an empowering one for new students!This edition includes an adorable press-out sign for First Day of School photo opportunities!It’s almost the first day of school and everyone is busy getting ready. A young girl, Cynthia, and her mom pack a healthy lunch, fill her backpack with supplies, pick out a colorful outfit, and take a special photo . . . but is that everything she will need for her big first day?Get your little one ready with this joyful story about what to expect on their very first day of Kindergarten!

Get Ready for Preschool in this exciting new series for kids embarking on new adventures! Vera Ahiyya, the Tutu Teacher, knows everything your family needs to get ready... and to celebrate every precious moment!Includes an adorable press-out sign for First Day of School photo opportunities!It’s almost the first day of preschool and everyone is busy getting ready. A young boy and his family meet the teacher, post a family photo on the classroom wall, send a special lovey for naptime, pack a healthy lunch, and take a special photo . . . but is that everything he will need for his big first day? Maybe just one more hug first!Get your little one ready with this joyful story about what to expect on their very first day of preschool!

Get ready for first grade in this exciting new series for kids embarking on new adventures! Vera Ahiyya, the Tutu Teacher, knows everything your family needs to get ready... and to celebrate every precious moment!This edition includes an adorable press-out sign for first day photo opportunities!It's Leilani's first day of first grade, and she is excited and a bit nervous. But thanks to her caring family and friendly new teacher, Mr. Gray, she soon learns all about the fun things they will make and do in the classroom that year. Soon, she gains confidence that she has what it takes to be a first grader! Vera Ahiyya’s engaging read-aloud will help your child prepare for and succeed in first grade and beyond, just like Leilani.

Spark meaningful conversations about race, identity, and social justice in your classroom using read alouds as an entry point.

Students need to see themselves and their peers in the books they read, and to engage with varying viewpoints. How can educators create a safe and nurturing space that inspires young children to explore diversity and ask curious questions?

In Rebellious Read Alouds, author Vera Ahiyya—beloved by educators worldwide as The Tutu Teacher (@thetututeacher and @diversereads on Instagram)—empowers teachers to encourage classroom conversations about important and culturally relevant topics using daily read alouds as an entry point. Presenting a broad range of read aloud lessons around current, diverse picture books that can ignite deep conversations and learning about self, others, and the world, this wise and joyful guide prepares educators to tackle “hushed topics” with young children. It includes:

Booklists, tools, and recommendations for building an inclusive classroom library of titles written or illustrated by people in traditionally marginalized populations Tips and resources for facilitating diversity conversations in a way that’s developmentally appropriate — and meets ELA and social justice standards 45 complete lessons plans around children’s books, with prompts and recommended stopping points for conversation, and suggestions for inspiring discussion and scaffolding deep thinking Interviews with educators and parents who offer advice from their experience doing rebellious read alouds Suggestions for partnering with administration, parents, and colleagues on this important work

Spark the rebellious reader inside you and lead your students toward creating a more just and equitable world.

Get ready to celebrate Halloween in this exciting new book in the Getting Ready series. Your little one will learn what to expect, from activities to costumes to treats.This edition includes a press-out sign for Halloween photo opportunities!Halloween is here, and the whole class is getting ready for fun! With the help of their teacher, they play games, make arts and crafts, and even march in a costume parade. But will the day hold more tricks or treats? This engaging read-aloud will help your child prepare for Halloween, and all that comes along with it!

Get Ready for Second Grade in this exciting new series for kids embarking on new adventures—written by an actual teacher! Vera Ahiyya, the Tutu Teacher, knows all about what your child can expect on their first day... and how to make the experience an empowering one for new students!This edition includes an adorable press-out sign for First Day of School photo opportunities!It's Oscar's first day of second grade, and he's feeling worried. But with the help of his dad and a couple of deep breaths with a buddy, Oscar is ready! Oscar learns that second grade is full of so many cool new things, including a class pet! Vera Ahiyya’s engaging read-aloud will help your child prepare for and succeed in second grade, just like Oscar.The "Getting Ready" series celebrates milestones and holidays, and features a diverse and vibrant classroom and community. Just the right combination of humor and heart gives kids the information and confidence they need to welcome new experiences! Look for them all:Getting Ready for Kindergarten; Getting Ready for Preschool; Getting Ready for Valentine's Day; Getting Ready for First Grade; Getting Ready for Halloween

Get Ready for Second Grade in this exciting new series for kids embarking on new adventures—written by an actual teacher! Vera Ahiyya, the Tutu Teacher, knows all about what your child can expect on their first day... and how to make the experience an empowering one for new students!This edition includes an adorable press-out sign for First Day of School photo opportunities!It's Oscar's first day of second grade, and he's feeling worried. But with the help of his dad and a couple of deep breaths with a buddy, Oscar is ready! Oscar learns that second grade is full of so many cool new things, including a class pet! Vera Ahiyya’s engaging read-aloud will help your child prepare for and succeed in second grade, just like Oscar.The "Getting Ready" series celebrates milestones and holidays, and features a diverse and vibrant classroom and community. Just the right combination of humor and heart gives kids the information and confidence they need to welcome new experiences! Look for them all:Getting Ready for Kindergarten; Getting Ready for Preschool; Getting Ready for Valentine's Day; Getting Ready for First Grade; Getting Ready for Halloween