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Clark the Shark
By Bruce Hale · Read by Chris Pine
- Illustrated by
- Guy Francis
- Published by
- HarperCollins
- Official grade range
- K–2nd
- Official run time
- 7:00
Grade 1Grade 27 minute videoSelf-RegulationSchoolFriendship
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Why this book fits
Clark’s enthusiasm overwhelms his classmates, so he experiments with strategies for managing his body and voice at school.
The school setting and visible behavior cues make self-regulation strategies concrete without labeling enthusiasm as bad.
Teaching focus
Identify a behavior’s impact and choose strategies that preserve enthusiasm while respecting others.
Original activity
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Official facts verified 2026-09-21 against the Storyline Online book page. Summary, grade fit, themes, and teaching focus are independent ReadAloudKit editorial guidance.