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"Otto's Tales: Today is Christmas" Lesson Plan
Use this lesson plan to teach students in grades K-2 all about the history of Christmas and why it is celebrated in America.
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"Otto's Tales: Today Is Independence Day" Lesson Plan
Celebrate America’s founding with this K–2 lesson based on Otto’s Tales: Today Is Independence Day. Students will explore the story of July 4th, learn key ideas from the Declaration of Independence,…
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"Otto's Tales: Truth, Lies, Fire, and Water" Lesson Plan
Teach K-2 students the importance of truth and the consequences of deceit with the engaging African folktale "Truth, Lies, Fire, and Water." This lesson plan guides students through the ongoing…
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"Otto's Tales: Today Is Veterans Day" Lesson Plan
In this heartfelt K–2 lesson plan, students discover why we honor the brave men and women who have served in our nation’s military. Through Otto’s journey, young learners explore key vocabulary, meet…
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"Otto's Tales: The National Anthem & Pledge of Allegiance" Lesson Plan
Students in grades K-2 will learn all about the history and meaning of our "Star-Spangled Banner" and Pledge of Allegiance with this engaging lesson plan.
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"Otto's Tales: The Boy Who Cried Wolf" Lesson Plan
Ever told a fib and wished you hadn’t? This K–2 lesson plan uses the classic fable The Boy Who Cried Wolf to help young learners explore the power of telling the truth, the dangers of deception, and…
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"Otto's Tales: Let's Visit an Alaskan Glacier" Lesson Plan
This detailed lesson plan introduces K-2 grade students to the wonder and majesty of an Alaskan glacier and it's surrounding environment.
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"Otto's Tales: Let's Meet a Volunteer" Lesson Plan
In this heartfelt K–2 lesson, students explore the power of remembrance and gratitude through the story of a Holocaust survivor in Otto’s Tales: Let’s Meet a Volunteer. With age-appropriate…
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"Otto's Tales: A Wolf In Sheep's Clothing" Lesson Plan
In A Wolf in Sheep’s Clothing, students discover the dangers of being deceived by appearances and learn the value of looking deeper to uncover truth. This timeless fable introduces concepts like…
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"Otto's Tales: Joshua & the Walls of Jericho" Lesson Plan
Discover the story of Joshua and the Israelites as they cross the Jordan River and witness the miraculous fall of Jericho’s walls. Through this lesson, students will explore key values like faith and…
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"Otto's Tales: Today Is September 11th" Lesson Plan
Your children grades K-2 will learn that through tragedy, Americans displayed great heroism, strength, and unity in this lesson plan that supports "Today Is September 11th."
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"Otto's Tales: The Kind Stranger" Lesson Plan
Why is it important to show kindness to others? Students will learn the powerful story of the Good Samaritan through this Otto's Tales lesson plan intended for grades K-2.
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"Otto's Tales: Today Is Mother's Day" Lesson Plan
Teach children in grades K-2 the importance of honoring mothers working inside and outside of the home with this sweet and wholesome storytime video.
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"Otto's Tales: Why Frog & Snake Never Play Together" Lesson Plan
This lesson plan for "Why Frog and Snake Never Play" helps K-2 students explore the themes of friendship and acceptance through a classic folktale. By engaging in discussions, vocabulary building,…
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"Otto's Tales: Today Is Father's Day" Lesson Plan
Your K-2 students will love traveling back in time with Otto the bulldog and his best friend, young Dennis Prager, to meet Abraham from the Bible and Dennis’s own father while he served in World War…
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"Otto's Tales: The Mighty Maccabees" Lesson Plan
Students will gain an understanding of the historical context of the Maccabean Revolt and the origins of Hanukkah, appreciating the blend of historical facts and storytelling in the story of Otto’s…
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"Otto's Tales: The Emperor's New Clothes" Lesson Plan
Students grades K-2 will understand the importance of truth and honesty, and they will be able to explain how the actions of the characters in the folktale "The Emperor's New Clothes" illustrate the…
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"Otto's Tales: The Elves & the Shoemaker" Lesson Plan
Students grades K-2 will understand the importance of gratitude and helping others, and they will be able to explain how the actions of the shoemaker and his wife in the folktale "The Elves and the…
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"Otto's Tales: The Honest Woodman" Lesson Plan
Teach K-2 grade students why honesty is always the best policy in this lesson plan based on one of Aesop's fables. This retelling of "The Honest Woodman" teaches our youngest learners the value of…
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"Otto's Tales: The Tale of William Tell" Lesson Plan
Introduce your students to the legendary tale of William Tell with this captivating lesson plan designed for K-2! Through hands-on activities and story sequencing, young learners will explore themes…
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"Otto's Tales: Today Is Columbus Day" Lesson Plan
Students in grades K-2 will learn why we celebrate Columbus Day and how curiosity, determination, and perseverance helped make America possible.
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"Otto's Tales: Today Is Thanksgiving" Lesson Plan
Students will learn the values of Thanksgiving—gratitude, generosity, and family–and why we celebrate this holiday through the story of Otto's Tales.
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"Otto's Tales: The Boy Who Went to the Sky" Lesson …
In this creative Native American folktale, we are reminded of the importance of honor and fair play.
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"Otto's Tales: Tall Paul Bunyan" Lesson Plan
Teach young kids that we can all use our unique gifts to better serve our communities and country with this storytime video about American folklore legend Paul Bunyan.
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"Otto's Tales: Surfing Past Fear" Lesson Plan
Introduce your K-2 students to the inspiring story of Olivia the otter in 'Surfing Past Fear,' where they will explore themes of courage and resilience through engaging activities and discussions.…