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CC Literature - Grade 1
The books in this collection fit specific expectations within the Grade 1 strands for literature as outlined in the Common Core State Standards for English Language Arts.
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The Three Brothers
From world-renowned author and illustrator Marie-Louise Gay, a story about three brothers who set off in search of wild animals in a changing climate.
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Tokyo Digs a Garden
Tokyo lives in a small house between giant buildings with his family and his cat, Kevin. Will they ever experience the natural world again?
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Wounded Falcons
A moving tribute to the power of friendship and the heart-opening effect that taking care of a wounded creature has on a wounded boy.
