Words Alive January 13, 2021 Read Alouds by WordsAlive Words Alive Story Station reads Quiet Words Alive January 13, 2021 Read Alouds by WordsAlive While observing the busy world around them, two children and their grandfather take a moment to appreciate being quiet and still. Tomie dePaola reminds us that mindfulness—being quiet, still, and present with one another—is a very special thing.