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Maribeth Boelts

Maribeth Boelts is the author of more than 20 books for children, including the Step into Reading titles Dogerella and Sleeping Bootsie. She lives in Iowa along with her grown children, grandchildren, and several pets. Visit her online at MaribethBoelts.com.
The Gingerbread Pup
The Fairy Dogmother
Pupunzel
Dogerella
Before You Were Mine
The Firefighter's Thanksgiving

Books

The Gingerbread Pup
The Fairy Dogmother
Pupunzel
Dogerella
Before You Were Mine
The Firefighter's Thanksgiving

Books for Asian American, Native Hawaiian, and Pacific Islander Heritage Month

Each May, we honor the stories, histories, and cultures of Asian Americans, Native Hawaiians, and Pacific Islanders. Below is a selection of acclaimed fiction and nonfiction books by AANHPI creators to share with your students this month and throughout the year. AANHPI Creators – Elementary School titles  

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Mental Health Awareness Month Resources

May is Mental Health Awareness Month and addressing student wellness and mental health is critical to help children learn how to manage emotions, develop healthy identities, empathize with peers, and pursue individual goals. We created thematic guides and book lists to help foster important conversations to build an inclusive environment where emotions matter. Explore our social emotional

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