Videos · Otto's Tales · Mar 14, 2023
Stars in the Sky
Teach young kids about hard work and perseverance with this old English folktale about a little girl who goes on a quest to reach the stars in the sky.
Videos · Otto's Tales · Nov 01, 2022
Surfing Past Fear
Encourage kiddos to be resilient and adaptable with this heartwarming story from Brave Books and professional athlete Bethany Hamilton. When Olivia the Otter breaks her arm while surfing, she must…
Videos · Otto's Tales · Mar 08, 2022
The Crow & The Pitcher
This famous tale from Aesop reminds us that 'where there's a will, there's a way,' even when a task might seem impossible.
Videos · Otto's Tales · Oct 19, 2021
The Tortoise & The Hare
Through this retelling of Aesop's classic folktale, young children learn the importance of not comparing ourselves to others in our individual efforts toward success.
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Let's Visit Pearl Harbor Memorial
December 7, 1941, is a day that lives in infamy for the American people. It was the day the Japanese attacked the naval base at Pearl Harbor, launching the United States into World War II. Join Otto…
Worksheets
"Otto's Tales: Surfing Past Fear" Worksheet
Enhance your students' comprehension and sequencing skills with this engaging worksheet based on 'Surfing Past Fear.' Students will identify key events from the story and arrange them in the correct…
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"Otto's Tales: The Crow & the Pitcher" Worksheet
Help young students in grades K-2 strengthen their comprehension skills with this fun story sequencing worksheet based on The Crow & the Pitcher. Students will number key events from the fable in the…
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"Otto's Tales: The Tortoise & the Hare" Worksheet
Use this fun story sequencing worksheet as a formative assessment for the "Otto's Tales: The Tortoise & the Hare" Lesson Plan and Video.
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"Otto's Tales: Stars in the Sky" Worksheet
Students in grades K-2 will learn about how perseverance can help them achieve their goals with this lesson plan on an English folktale about a little girl who goes on a quest to reach the stars in…
Lesson Plans
"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.…
Lesson Plans
"Otto's Tales: The Tortoise & the Hare" Lesson Plan
Students in grades K-2 will understand the value of unique personal strengths and the importance of focusing on their own consistent efforts and determination. They will learn that success comes from…
Lesson Plans
"Otto's Tales: The Crow & the Pitcher" Lesson Plan
This famous tale from Aesop reminds students grades K-2 that "where there's a will, there's a way," even when a task might seem impossible with this free lesson plan.
Lesson Plans
"Otto's Tales: Stars in the Sky" Lesson Plan
Students in grades K-2 will learn about how perseverance can help them achieve their goals with this lesson plan on an English folktale about a little girl who goes on a quest to reach the stars in…
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Ulysses S. Grant
Our 18th President of the United States Ulysses S. Grant was no stranger to failure. At one point, he was begging on the streets looking for a job. Just a few years later though, he was the hero of…
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Kerri Strug
Your elementary kids will learn the importance of never giving up in this PragerU Kids biographical book about Olympic gold medalist Kerri Strug. She was a very good gymnast, but wasn't considered…
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Eric Liddell
Teach elementary students the importance of putting God before all else—even Olympic gold—with this PragerU Kids biographical book about Scottish Olympian Eric Liddell. The courageous track star…
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Herb Brooks
Teach elementary students about the legendary coach who led the young American ice hockey team to defeat the reigning champions from the Soviet Union in the "Miracle on Ice" at the 1980 Olympics.…
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Linoy Ashram
Teach elementary kids about the power of tenacity in this PragerU Kids biographical book featuring Linoy Ashram, the first woman to take home the gold medal in rhythmic gymnastics for Israel. A…
Videos · Leo & Layla's History Adventures · May 12, 2023
Elizabeth Blackwell: America’s First Female Doctor
Accomplishing a goal when there are no role models to emulate can be difficult, but that didn’t stop Elizabeth Blackwell from becoming the first woman doctor in the United States in 1849. This…
Videos · Leo & Layla's History Adventures · Nov 18, 2022
Levi Strauss: The Innovative Inventor of Blue Jeans
Want a fun way to teach your kids about a Gold Rush entrepreneur whose persistence and perseverance paid off big? Your elementary students will love learning about Levi Strauss, the man who…
Videos · Leo & Layla's History Adventures · Apr 08, 2022
Teddy Roosevelt: The Cowboy Who Became President
President Teddy Roosevelt teaches Leo and Layla that you shouldn’t always follow the crowd when making a tough decision.
Videos · Leo & Layla's History Adventures · Aug 12, 2021
Neil Armstrong: The First Man to Walk on the Moon
A trip to the moon and a chat with an all-time winner teaches Leo and Layla that there is more to be gained from losing than participation trophies.
Worksheets
“Leo & Layla: Neil Armstrong” Worksheet
This worksheet for grades 3-5 focuses on Neil Armstrong and his historic moon landing, featuring multiple-choice questions and short-answer prompts to enhance students' understanding of key events…
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"Leo & Layla: Levi Strauss" Worksheet
This worksheet helps students in grades 3-5 understand how Levi Strauss overcame challenges to achieve success, including activities on problem-solving, fill-in-the-blank questions using key…
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"Leo & Layla: Teddy Roosevelt" Worksheet
This worksheet helps students in grades 3-5 explore Teddy Roosevelt's decision-making and leadership through scenario activities, true/false statements, and short response questions, encouraging…