Built to Last
by Minh Lê and Dan Santat
32 Total Resources 5 Awards 9 State Lists Book Resume View Text Complexity Discover Like Books
- Grade
- PK-2
- Genre
- Picture Book
- Realistic Fiction
- Cultural Experience
- Asian American
Year Published 2024
Word Count 214
- Text Complexity
- Lexile Level: 540L
- ATOS Reading Level: 2.2
- AR Quiz Numbers
- Quiz 554868, 0.5 AR Points
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- Curricular Area
- English Language Arts
- Subject Headings
- Friendship--Fiction
Our Original Resources 9
Audio Name Pronunciation with Dan Santat
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Audio Name Pronunciation with Minh Lê
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In-depth Written Interview with Dan Santat
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Cultural Representation Reflection
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Story Map Multi-Leveled Lesson
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Vocabulary Graphic Organizers
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Comprehension Graphic Organizers
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Routines to Reinforce Phonemic Awareness
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Submit Qualitative Text Complexity Rubric
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Book Guides, Activities & Lessons 5
Routines to Reinforce Phonemic Awareness
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Cultural Representation Reflection
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Story Map Multi-Leveled Lesson
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Comprehension Graphic Organizers
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Activity Ideas from Washington Children's Choice Picture Book Award
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Vocabulary Resources 1
Vocabulary Graphic Organizers
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Awards & Distinctions 5
ALSC Notable Children's Books, 1995-2025
Commended, 2025
Recent Book Award Winners & Honorees
Grades K-2 Selection, 2025
Children's Favorites Award, 2015-2025
Grades K-2 Selection, 2025
Librarian Favorites Award, 2023-2025
Grades K-2 Selection, 2025
Teacher Favorites Award, 2015-2025
Grades K-2 Selection, 2025
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