Teaching Materials

These research-based resources and lesson plans are designed for a variety of audiences to contribute to Pennsylvania and national core curriculum in support of the Pennsylvania Center for the Book's mission to promote books and literacy to the citizens of the Commonwealth.

Early Childhood
cover image of A Tree for Me by Nancy Van Laan

A Tree for Me, A Tree for You

Learners will be able to use different media to create a tree on construction paper.

Family Literacy
Early Childhood
Cover image of Catch Me if You Can! by Bernard Most

Dinosaur Hokey Pokey

Enjoy a fun game of dinosaur hokey pokey using phrases from the story.

Family Literacy
Early Childhood
The Rabbit Listened book cover with illustration of small child embracing a rabbit

Exploring Shapes

Build a block structure, while identifying, describing, and comparing shapes based on how they look and support construction.

Family Literacy
Early Childhood
Cover of After the Fall: How Humpty Dumpty Got Back Up Again by Dan Santat

Humpty's Big Feelings

Help preschoolers to identify emotions, understand resilience, and connect personal experiences to Humpty Dumpty’s journey.

Family Literacy
Early Childhood
Big Mooncake For Little Star

Moon Phases

Science exploration of moon phases through observation, art, and movement.

Family Literacy
Early Childhood
cover of Put It on the List by Kristen Darbyshire

Sequencing

Encourage preschool-aged children to practice sequencing steps using the words first, next, and last.

Family Literacy
Early Childhood
Cover image of Move Over Rover, white dog in doghouse with mouse peering in

Story Strip Sequence

Retell the sequence of a story and connect illustrations with the corresponding text.

Family Literacy
Early Childhood
Cover Image of King and Kayla and the Case of the Missing Dog Treats

Vocabulary Game

Learn and practice new words from King & Kayla’s mystery adventure.

Family Literacy