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Picture books, storytelling tools, and language materials that grow vocabulary through real conversation and shared reading.

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Words, Stories & Conversation

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Picture books, storytelling tools, and language materials that grow vocabulary through real conversation and shared reading.

It's OK to be Different

It's OK to be Different

A varied set of picture books that reflect different families and experiences for daily read-alouds and discussion.

4.8
Best for: Read-aloud time Rotate a small stack weekly rather than displaying an entire library at once.
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Sequencing Cards for Storytelling & Speech Therapy

Sequencing Cards for Storytelling & Speech Therapy

Picture card sets for putting events in order, supporting narrative structure and early comprehension skills.

4.7
Best for: Narrative & sequencing skills Start with three-step sequences before moving to longer stories.
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WATINC Farm Animals Felt Board Set

WATINC Farm Animals Felt Board Set

A felt board and character pieces for retelling familiar stories and inventing new ones in a small group.

4.5
Best for: Retelling & language practice Simple, recognizable characters work best for early retelling.
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