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Supplement pupils' reading with the resources in this guide for The Book of Story Beginnings by Kristin Kladstrup. This printable packet includes discussion points to examine the book's setting, characters, and themes; project ideas for math, art, and writing; an interview with the author; and a list of other books to compare and contrast.

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The Book of Story Beginnings
The Book of Story Beginnings
By Kristin Kladstrup
Kristin Kladstrup's wonderfully transporting fantasy - featuring a ship full of orphaned pirate children, a pair of warring royals, and plenty of magic potions - is sure to thrill all those who dare turn its pages.

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