'The Hula-Hoopin' Queen' is written by Thelma Lynne Godin, illustrated by Vanessa Brantley-Newton and read by Oprah Winfrey. Kameeka is confident that today she will finally beat her rival, Jamara, and become the Hula-Hoopin’ Queen of 139th Street. But then Mama reminds her that today is their neighbor Miz Adeline’s birthday, and Kameeka has a ton of chores to do to get ready for the party they are hosting. Kameeka’s disappointed to be stuck at home and can only think about the hoopin’ competition. Distracted, Kameeka accidentally ruins Miz Adeline’s birthday cake, and has to confess to her that there won’t be a cake for her special day. But then Miz Adeline’s confesses something too: she’s also got the itch—the hula-hoopin’ itch! Her fingers start snappin’. Her hips start swingin’. Soon everyone’s hips are swinging as the party spills out onto the street. The whole neighborhood’s got the itch—the hula-hoopin’ itch! With vibrant illustrations by Vanessa Brantley-Newton, 'The Hula-Hoopin’ Queen' is a charming celebration of family and community ties. View the activity guide here: http://bit.ly/TheHulaHoopinQueen Watch all of our videos at http://www.storylineonline.net/.

'Trombone Shorty' is written by Troy Andrews, illustrated by Bryan Collier and read by Angela Bassett. Hailing from the Tremé neighborhood in New Orleans, Troy “Trombone Shorty” Andrews got his nickname by wielding a trombone twice as long as he was high. A prodigy, he was leading his own band by age six, and today this Grammy-nominated artist headlines the legendary New Orleans Jazz Fest. Along with esteemed illustrator Bryan Collier, Andrews has created a lively picture book autobiography about how he followed his dream of becoming a musician, despite the odds, until he reached international stardom. 'Trombone Shorty' is a celebration of the rich cultural history of New Orleans and the power of music. View the activity guide here: https://bit.ly/TromboneShortyActivityGuide Watch all of our videos at http://www.storylineonline.net/.

'Never Play Music Right Next to the Zoo' is written and read by John Lithgow and illustrated by Leeza Hernandez. Oh, children! Remember! Whatever you may do, Never play music right next to the zoo. They’ll burst from their cages, each beast and each bird, Desperate to play all the music they’ve heard. A concert gets out of hand when the animals at the neighboring zoo storm the stage and play the instruments themselves in this hilarious picture book based on one of John Lithgow’s best-loved tunes. View the activity guide here: https://bit.ly/NeverPlayMusicRightNexttotheZoo Watch all of our videos at http://www.storylineonline.net/.

'The Elves and the Shoemaker' is retold from the Brothers Grimm, illustrated by Jim LaMarche and read by Chrissy Metz. The story is a simple one, of a poor shoemaker and his wife who suddenly find they are getting help from a mysterious source. They discover their helpers are little elves, whom are working long and hard to finish making shoes. When the man and woman become rich because of the elves, they decide they must give back to the elves in return. View the activity guide here: http://bit.ly/ElvesandtheShoemaker Watch all of our videos at https://www.storylineonline.net/.

'Maddi’s Fridge' is written by Lois Brandt, illustrated by Vin Vogel and read by Jennifer Garner. With humor and warmth, this children’s picture book raises awareness about poverty and hunger! Best friends Sofia and Maddi live in the same neighborhood, go to the same school, and play in the same park, but while Sofia’s fridge at home is full of nutritious food, the fridge at Maddi’s house is empty. Sofia learns that Maddi’s family doesn’t have enough money to fill their fridge and promises Maddi she’ll keep this discovery a secret. But because Sofia wants to help her friend, she’s faced with a difficult decision: to keep her promise or tell her parents about Maddi’s empty fridge. Filled with colorful artwork, this storybook addresses issues of poverty with honesty and sensitivity while instilling important lessons in friendship, empathy, trust, and helping others. View the activity guide here: https://bit.ly/maddisfridge Watch all of our videos at http://www.storylineonline.net/.

'¡Los Zombis No Comen Verduras!' es escrito por Megan y Jorge Lacera, ilustrado por Jorge Lacera, y leído por Jamie Camil. Mo Romero es un zombie que ama cultivar, cocinar y comer vegetales. ¿Tomates? Tentadores. ¿Pimientos? ¡Pura perfección! ¿El problema? Los padres de Mo insisten en que sus hijos solo coman comida de zombi. Le dicen a Mo una y otra vez que los zombis no comen vegetales. Pero Mo no puede imaginar una vida de comer cocina zombiana y renunciar a sus verduras. Mientras cuestiona su propia identidad zombi, Mo hace todo lo posible para convencer a sus padres de que den una probadita a los guisantes. (Vea la versión en inglés: https://youtu.be/cxF5WURk-RY) Vea la guía de actividades aquí: https://bit.ly/LosZombisNoComenVerduras Mira todos nuestros videos en http://www.storylineonline.net/.

'Zombies Don't Eat Veggies!' is written by Megan and Jorge Lacera, illustrated by Jorge Lacera and read by Jaime Camil. Mo Romero is a zombie who loves nothing more than growing, cooking, and eating vegetables. Tomatoes? Tantalizing. Peppers? Pure perfection! The problem? Mo’s parents insist that their niño eat only zombie cuisine, like arm-panadas and finger foods. They tell Mo over and over that zombies don’t eat veggies. But Mo can’t imagine a lifetime of just eating zombie food and giving up his veggies. As he questions his own zombie identity, Mo tries his best to convince his parents to give peas a chance. (Watch the Spanish version: https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=l3BVRZAwzAc) View the activity guide here: https://bit.ly/ZombiesDontEatVeggies Watch all of our videos at http://www.storylineonline.net/.

'Turkey Trouble' is written by Wendi Silvano, illustrated by Lee Harper and read by Marc Maron. Turkey is in trouble. Bad trouble. The kind of trouble where it’s almost Thanksgiving... and you’re the main course. But Turkey has an idea--what if he doesn’t look like a turkey? What if he looks like another animal instead? After many hilarious attempts, Turkey comes up with the perfect disguise to make this Thanksgiving the best ever! View the activity guide here: http://bit.ly/Turkeytrouble Watch all of our videos at https://www.storylineonline.net/.