The word "alien" is sometimes used when something seems strange or odd. This short story is about a miniature horse, or a very small horse, named Trix who goes on an adventure to an aquarium. An aquarium is a building where water animals and plants are kept and shown to visitors. As you read, take notes on Trix’s feelings about the aquarium. The material is distributed in accordance with the CC BY-NC-SA. See details at: https://creativecommons.org/share-your-work/cclicenses/

In this short story, a dog named Kevin visits his grandma's house and goes on a surprise adventure when he decides to follow his nose. As you read, take notes on Kevin’s thoughts about Ashley’s rules. The material is distributed in accordance with the CC BY-NC-SA. See details at: https://creativecommons.org/share-your-work/cclicenses/

In Thailand, New Years is celebrated with a water festival called Songkran. In this story, a young girl and her family celebrate the holiday. As you read, take notes on how people celebrate Songkran. The material is distributed in accordance with the CC BY-NC-SA. See details at: https://creativecommons.org/share-your-work/cclicenses/

Thailand is a country in Southeast Asia. Each year, the people of Thailand celebrate Loy Krathong, or the Festival of Floating Lanterns. In this short story, a boy named Lek takes part in the Loy Krathong Festival with his family. As you read, take notes on Lek’s actions. The material is distributed in accordance with the CC BY-NC-SA. See details at: https://creativecommons.org/share-your-work/cclicenses/

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In this poem, Bruchac tells an Abenaki legend about how birds got their colors. As you read, take notes on the problem and solution in the poem. The material is distributed in accordance with the CC BY-NC-SA. See details at: https://creativecommons.org/share-your-work/cclicenses/

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Many communities have passed down myths and legends to explain the ways of the world. In this Ancient Greek legend, the god Eros wants to punish Apollo. As you read, take notes on how Apollo changes over time. The material is distributed in accordance with the CC BY-NC-SA. See details at: https://creativecommons.org/share-your-work/cclicenses/

Ferocious is a word for something that is fierce or can cause damage. In this story, a miniature horse, or a very small horse, named Trix meets a ferocious animal that comes to the farm. As you read, take notes on Trix’s feelings about Wolfgang. The material is distributed in accordance with the CC BY-NC-SA. See details at: https://creativecommons.org/share-your-work/cclicenses/