The 101st Star Mystery (Interactive Storybook)

A realistic, Grade 2 decodable story where students guide Lila and Marco through a gentle mystery: who added the silver “101” heart to the class kindness wall? Readers follow clues, make choices, and unlock endings that highlight inclusion and empathy—while practicing RL.2 comprehension skills with child-friendly text.

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    The 101st Star Mystery

    📚 Grade 2
    RL.2.1 RL.2.2 RL.2.3 RL.2.5 RL.2.6 RL.2.7 SEL: Belonging
    Lila and Marco in a warm classroom looking at a kindness wall with a shiny silver heart

    About this story

    Lila and Marco discover a new silver heart on the class “100 Acts of Kindness” wall. With your choices, they follow clues, interview classmates, and decide how to share the truth. Every branch remains decodable and aligned to Grade 2 comprehension standards.

    Why teachers and students love it

    • 🕵️

      Mystery that stays realistic

      School-based clues, logical steps, and multiple endings keep curiosity high.

    • 📚

      Decodable & standards-aligned

      Short, clear sentences and high-utility vocabulary target RL.2.1–2.7.

    • 💬

      Discussion built in

      Each page includes a checkpoint prompt for quick turn-and-talk or exit tickets.

    • ❤️

      SEL: Belonging & kindness

      Students reflect on inclusion, gratitude, and how kindness grows.

    How it works

    1. 1 Click Start Reading to begin the story.
    2. 2 Read the page, then choose what Lila and Marco should do.
    3. 3 Use the checkpoint prompt for quick comprehension checks.
    4. 4 Try different paths to see all endings and themes.

    Who it’s for

    Perfect for Grade 2 whole-group read aloud, small-group intervention, tutoring, and literacy centers. Also supports strong Grade 1 and review for Grade 3.

    Skills covered

    • RL.2.1 Ask/answer questions
    • RL.2.2 Retell/central message
    • RL.2.3 Character responses
    • RL.2.5 Story structure
    • RL.2.6 Point of view/dialogue
    • RL.2.7 Use illustrations
    • SEL: Inclusion & empathy

    FAQ

    Is the text decodable for Grade 2?

    Yes. Sentences are short and clear, with high-utility words and common patterns (CVC, CVCe, r-controlled, vowel teams).

    Does each branch connect logically?

    Yup—every choice references the prior decision and keeps the mystery coherent, with no dead ends.

    How many endings are there?

    Four variations emphasizing honesty, gratitude, quiet kindness, and traditions that grow.