Club Chronicle provides exciting, well-written stories, chosen to appeal to students of all ages. Each story, available in both English and Spanish, is accompanied by enjoyable and educational activities to help students improve their reading, writing and critical-thinking skills.
Teachers can use these stories and the accompanying activities to highlight character development, setting, plot, and other elements of a story. Students are asked to write about topics related to the story, providing an opportunity to practice writing skills. Parents can use these stories for "read-along" materials and for "conversation starters."
All activities address state-mandated TEKS objectives. Each chapter comes with exciting art your students can color and use in classroom lessons or homework assignments.
2013-2014 Club Chronicle
- The Nis and the White Mare
Scandinavian Folk Tale
A farm on which a magical being called a “nis” decides to live is very lucky indeed, for the nis will do much work and many kind deeds, asking for nothing in return except to be left alone to do its work at night, in secret. Readers learn a valuable lesson when they find out what happens to folks who don’t have the sense to be respectful of others' wishes and grateful for good fortune. English | Spanish
- Beauty and the Beast
French Fairy Tale
This classic tale has enchanted readers for centuries. The lovely and pure-of-heart Belle sacrifices her own happiness to free her father from the Beast but in return must live an isolated life with the Beast. Even evil sisters will not ruin the deep feelings Belle and Beast develop for each other, and the magic that finally brings the two together forever. English | Spanish
- How Old Man Remade the Earth
Native American Story
The exciting Native American story tells how man first got fire and explains some animal characteristics that these people noticed. More importantly, readers learn life lessons as they focus on respect for nature and the value of team work. English | Spanish
- A Magical Beach Holiday
American Christmas Story
Petey the pony and Tazz the dog set out to find their first holiday tree. They are determined to find the biggest and best because they believe the better the tree, the more presents they’ll get. Along the way, all of their beach-creature friends work to help make the tree perfect, but can’t quite figure out what’s missing. Read this delightful story to find out what they need and how they get it—and what they learn about the true holiday spirit! English | Spanish
German Fairy Tale
In this fairy tale by the Brothers Grimm, a down on his luck miller promises the king that his daughter can spin straw into gold. The poor girl is now faced with a seemingly impossible task, and the king intends to kill her if she cannot complete it. Out of nowhere, a magical little man appears to perform the task for her, only in exchange for some special gifts. Readers of all ages will delight in this centuries old story of how she becomes Queen, outwits the trickster Rumplestiltskin and lives happily ever after with her family. English | Spanish
- The Jade Rabbit
Chinese Folk Tale
In this amusing Chinese story, three sages disguise themselves as old, haggard gypsies and visit the Earth to learn about animals and men. They beg for something to eat from a fox, a monkey and a rabbit. Children and adults alike will enjoy reading what the rabbit does to earn a palace on the Moon, where he becomes the Jade Rabbit. English | Spanish
- Baucis and Philemon
This Greek myth touches on a very common idea in nearly all cultures that the stranger at our door, no matter how humble, may turn out to be an immortal traveling in disguise to test our generosity. This parable will surely stimulate critical thinking and ignite lively class discussions. English | Spanish
- Merlin and Excalibur
Excitement abounds in this all-time favorite story about Merlin, the magician, and 5th century British knights who gather to see who can remove the magic sword from the stone and become the High King of Britain. English | Spanish
- Jack and the Fire Dragon
Jack, who once climbed a giant beanstalk, is grown and has three brothers. So what happens when you combine courageous Jack, spiteful brothers, a fire-breathing dragon, damsels in distress and hidden treasure? The exciting adventures in this story will surely have readers on the edges of their seats!
- Little Wildrose
Romanian Fairy Tale
Read the twists and turns of this adventurous tale about Little Wildrose, the beautiful and brave child created by a hermit’s magic. Readers of all ages will delight in her escapades of living with eagles, slaying the lindworm, meeting humans and finding a real home in a royal palace.
The Jade Rabbit
Jack and the Fire Dragon
Puss in Boots
Arion and His Harp