Simple, printable literacy tools for families & early learners.
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The Reading-At-Home Success Kit is a calm, parent-friendly literacy routine designed to support confident readers—in just 10 minutes a day.
Created by My First Book Club, this printable PDF removes the guesswork from reading at home and replaces it with a simple, repeatable routine that works in real homes.
Inside you’ll find:
• A 10-minute daily routine (Read Together, Talk, Quick Write)
• Easy comprehension questions and sentence starters
• Supportive scripts for when reading feels hard
• Reading logs, reflection pages, and a simple weekly plan
• A reassuring note to parents—because progress comes from consistency, not perfection
Designed for early and elementary readers. Print or use digitally. Reuse again and again.

The Reading-At-Home Success Kit

 10-Minute Reading Routine (Parents & Early Readers) Perfect if you’re not sure where to start.

The Early Literacy Companion: Letter Recognition Activities is a comprehensive, parent-friendly resource designed to support children as they begin learning letters and sounds.
Created by My First Book Club, this printable PDF includes 75 pages of developmentally appropriate activities that build foundational literacy skills through play, conversation, and repetition.
Inside you’ll find:
• Letter recognition and review activities
• Tracing pages for uppercase and lowercase letters
• Alphabet picture cards and sorting activities
• Letter-sound practice and phonological awareness prompts
• Book recommendations and discussion ideas
• Hands-on, multisensory learning activities
Designed for pre-K and early learners, this resource can be used gradually over time. Print the pages you need or reuse laminated materials again and again.
No pressure. No rush. Just strong foundations built one letter at a time.

Early Literacy Letter Recognition Activities

This Preschool Learning Pack is a fun, colorful printable resource designed to support early learning through hands-on practice.
Created by My First Book Club, this 18-page PDF helps preschoolers build foundational skills in a calm, age-appropriate way.
Inside you’ll find activities that support:
• Name recognition and letter identification
• Alphabet order and letter tracing
• Number tracing, counting, and number recognition
• Shapes, colors, and same/different skills
• Fine motor development through cutting practice
Designed for preschool and pre-K learners, this pack is perfect for back-to-school prep, daily practice, or screen-free learning at home.
Print the pages you need or reuse favorites again and again.
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Preschool Learning Pack: Letters, Numbers & Skills

The Active Reading Guide helps parents turn everyday reading time into meaningful conversations that build comprehension, confidence, and critical thinking.
This printable PDF includes a wide range of questions to ask before, during, and after reading, along with simple reading response pages children can draw and write on.
Inside you’ll find:
• Thoughtful questions to deepen understanding
• Prompts to support prediction, retelling, and reflection
• Reading response pages for drawing and writing
• Story maps, main idea activities, and character work
• Easy-to-use pages for home or classroom use
Designed for early and elementary readers, this guide works with any picture book or early chapter book. Use it again and again with different stories.
Print the pages you need or use digitally.

Active Reading Guide

The Stop & Jot Reading Response Bookmark is a simple, printable tool that helps children pause while reading and think more deeply about the story.
Created by My First Book Club, this 1-page PDF includes guided prompts that support comprehension and written response without overwhelming young readers.
Students are prompted to think about:
• Characters and their traits
• The problem in the story
• How a character changes
• The lesson or message of the text
Perfect for independent reading, book clubs, guided reading, or homework support. Slip it into any book or print multiple copies for repeated use.
Print, laminate, or use digitally.
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Stop & Jot Reading Response Bookmark

The Summer Reading Log Popsicle Tracker is a fun, low-pressure way to encourage daily reading during the summer months.
Created by My First Book Club, this 1-page printable PDF invites children to color one popsicle for every 20 minutes of reading, turning reading time into a simple visual reward.
Perfect for:
• Summer reading routines
• Independent or family reading time
• Motivating reluctant readers
• At-home or classroom use
Designed for early elementary readers. Print as many copies as you need or reuse month after month.
Simple. Encouraging. No pressure.
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Summer Reading Log Popsicle Tracker

Summer Reading Popsicle Tracker

The How to Catch a Leprechaun Activity Set is a fun, creative printable resource designed to extend learning around St. Patrick’s Day.
Created by My First Book Club, this 3-page PDF includes engaging activities that encourage imagination, problem-solving, and hands-on learning.
Inside you’ll find:
• Creative writing prompts for leprechaun adventures
• STEM activities to design and build a leprechaun trap
• Open-ended activities that support creativity and collaboration
Designed for early elementary learners, this activity set works well for classrooms, small groups, or festive learning at home. Use it as a one-day activity or part of a themed celebration.
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How to Catch a Leprechaun Activity Set

The Stick and Stone Literacy Companion Guide is a comprehensive reading, writing, and social-emotional learning resource designed to extend learning after reading Stick and Stone by Beth Ferry.
Created by My First Book Club, this 73-page printable PDF supports comprehension, vocabulary development, writing, grammar, and meaningful discussion.
Inside you’ll find:
• Story summary and parent guide
• Vocabulary with child-friendly definitions
• Extensive discussion questions
• Reading strategies such as predicting, visualizing, retelling, and inferring
• Writing prompts and response pages
• Grammar mini-lessons connected to the text
• Story elements, character analysis, and problem/solution work
• Social-emotional learning activities focused on friendship and kindness
• Printable activities and simple crafts
Designed for early elementary learners, this resource works for home learning, small groups, or classroom use. Print what you need and reuse it over time.


Stick and Stone Literacy Companion Guide

Picture Book Companion: Stick and Stone

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This Picture Book Companion Guide is designed to support meaningful conversations after reading Don’t Feed the Worry Bug by Andi Green.
Created by My First Book Club, this printable PDF includes discussion questions and gentle, hands-on activities that help children identify worries, talk about feelings, and practice simple strategies for managing anxiety.
Inside you’ll find:
• Thoughtful discussion questions
• Social-emotional learning activities
• Creative drawing and journaling prompts
• Mindfulness and calming exercises
• Easy extensions for home or classroom use
Perfect for early elementary readers, read-alouds, and social-emotional learning. Use the activities that fit your time and skip the rest.
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Don’t Feed the Worry Bug Picture Book Companion 

The Very Hungry Caterpillar Literacy Unit is a comprehensive reading and writing resource designed to extend learning before, during, and after reading this classic picture book.
Created by My First Book Club, this 67-page printable PDF includes structured literacy activities that support comprehension, vocabulary, writing, grammar, and critical thinking.

Inside you’ll find:
• Story summary and parent guide
• Vocabulary with child-friendly definitions and visuals
• Extensive discussion questions
• Reading strategies (predicting, visualizing, retelling, inferring)
• Writing prompts and thematic writing pages
• Grammar mini-lessons connected to the text
• Printable activities and graphic organizers
• A hands-on craft to bring the story to life

Designed for early elementary learners, this resource works for home learning, small groups, or classroom use. Print what you need and reuse over time.

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The Very Hungry Caterpillar Literacy Unit

This Picture Book Companion Guide is designed to extend learning after reading The Snowy Day by Ezra Jack Keats.
Created by My First Book Club, this 20-page printable PDF includes discussion questions, vocabulary activities, writing prompts, social-emotional learning, and creative extensions inspired by this classic winter story.
Inside you’ll find:
• Guided discussion questions with sample answers
• Vocabulary and word work activities
• Sequencing, summarizing, and retelling prompts
• Social-emotional learning questions
• Writing activities and printables
• Winter-themed crafts and hands-on learning
Designed for early elementary readers, read-alouds, and seasonal literacy units. Use the pages that fit your time and learning goals.
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The Snowy Day Companion Guide

The Kissing Hand Literacy Companion Guide is a printable reading and social-emotional learning resource designed to extend learning after reading The Kissing Hand.
Created by My First Book Club, this 76-page PDF supports comprehension, emotional growth, and early writing skills through thoughtful, age-appropriate activities.
Inside you’ll find:
• Discussion questions and reading prompts
• Vocabulary support with child-friendly explanations
• Reading strategies such as predicting and retelling
• Writing and reflection pages
• Grammar practice connected to the story
• Social-emotional learning activities
• Simple crafts and family connection ideas
Designed for early elementary learners, this resource works for home learning, small groups, or classroom use. Print the pages you need and reuse over time.
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The Kissing Hand Literacy Companion Guide

This Picture Book Companion Guide is designed to extend learning after reading David Gets in Trouble by David Shannon.
Created by My First Book Club, this printable PDF includes discussion questions and interactive activities that help children think more deeply about choices, consequences, and forgiveness.

Inside you’ll find:
• Thought-provoking discussion questions
• Role-play and story sequencing activities
• Social-emotional learning prompts
• Creative writing and reflection activities
• Hands-on extensions for home or classroom use

Perfect for early elementary readers, read-alouds, and social-emotional learning conversations. Use the activities that fit your time and skip the rest.

Print or use digitally.

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David Gets in Trouble Picture Book Companion Guide

The Flat Stanley Companion Guide is a comprehensive literacy resource designed to extend learning before, during, and after reading Flat Stanley by Jeff Brown.
Created by My First Book Club, this 83-page printable PDF includes structured reading strategies, vocabulary work, discussion questions, writing prompts, grammar lessons, and hands-on activities that support deep comprehension and critical thinking.
Inside you’ll find:
• Vocabulary with child-friendly definitions and visuals
• Discussion questions by chapter
• Reading strategies (predicting, visualizing, inferring, summarizing)
• Writing prompts and response pages
• Grammar mini-lessons connected to the text
• Story maps, character analysis, and problem/solution work
• Creative projects and crafts
Designed for elementary readers, this guide works for home learning, small groups, or classroom use. Print what you need and reuse it over time.
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Flat Stanley Literacy Companion Guide

This Book Discussion Guide is designed to support thoughtful conversation after reading The Boy in the Smoke by Rachel Faturoti.
Created by My First Book Club, this 10-page printable PDF includes discussion questions that explore character development, plot, themes, historical context, and moral decision-making.
Inside you’ll find prompts that encourage:
• Deeper understanding of characters and relationships
• Discussion of poverty, resilience, and responsibility
• Connections between historical and modern experiences
• Reflection on ethical choices and author’s message
• Personal response and critical thinking
Designed for upper elementary readers, book clubs, classrooms, and guided home discussions. Use the questions flexibly based on your group and goals.
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The Boy in the Smoke Discussion Guide

This Book Discussion Companion Guide is designed to support deeper thinking and conversation after reading Leif the Unlucky Viking by Gary Northfield.
Created by My First Book Club, this 10-page printable PDF includes engaging discussion questions that explore character development, humor, themes, conflict, and historical context.
Inside you’ll find:
• Thoughtful discussion questions for guided conversations
• Prompts focused on character growth and relationships
• Questions about humor, tone, and author’s purpose
• Vocabulary and language discussion
• Connections to Viking history and culture
• Reflection questions to support critical thinking
Designed for upper elementary readers, book clubs, read-alouds, and small group discussions. Use the questions that fit your group and revisit them as needed.
Print or use digitally.
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