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Little Brains Matter: A Practical Guide to Brain Development and Neuroscience in Early Childhood (Little Minds Matter)
by Debbie GarveyThis accessible guide introduces neuroscience, demystifying terminology and language and increasing the knowledge, skills and, importantly, confidence of anyone interested in brain development in early childhood. Practical and reflective chapters highlight the multi-faceted role of adults as ‘brain builders’ and encourage the reader to consider how the environment, play and interactions are crucially interlinked. The book considers cutting-edge science and introduces this in an accessible way to look at a range of ways that adults can support children, exploring: how poverty, adversity, and social, emotional and mental health all influence the developing child the science behind play, and why it is so important for young children how we can take ideas from different disciplines such as psychology and anthropology and interweave these with the overarching research of neuroscience why adult interaction (both practitioner and parent/carer) with children is crucial for the developing brain the importance of reflective practice to encourage readers to consider their actions and develop their understanding of important topics raised in the book. With a wealth of case studies and reflective practices weaving throughout, readers will be encouraged and empowered to pause and consider their own practice. Little Brains Matter will be essential reading for anyone interested in early childhood development.
Little Bunny's Bible
by P J LyonsA soft, cuddly Bible that children age 2–5 can call their very own!The Little Bunny&’s Bible is perfect for little ones. Throughout this sweet book, little ones learn that they&’re loved and cared for by God as they hear about God&’s faithfulness in stories from the Old and New Testaments of the Bible. With sweet, rhyming text and colorful illustrations, this soft and cuddly character storybook Bible is sure to become a classic with preschoolers.Little Bunny&’s Bible:Perfect for little hearts and handsPerfect for parent-child lap time and bedtime readingIncludes both Old and New Testament Stories
Little Chicago
by Adam RappEleven-year-old Blacky Brown reveals to Chicago's Children's Services that he has been sexually abused by his mother's boyfriend and is released into his mother's custody. Thus begins an alternately harrowing and hopeful story of a brave boy's attempts to come to grips with a grim reality. Blacky is helped at first by a classmate, Mary Jane, who has also been ostracized, and then by the gun that he buys easily from his sister's boyfriend.
Little Chick's Bible
by P J LyonsA soft, cuddly Bible that children age 2–5 can call their very own!The Little Chick&’s Bible is a soft and cuddly Bible covered in plush yellow faux fur and is the perfect size for little ones. Throughout this sweet book, little ones learn that they&’re loved and cared for by God as they hear about God&’s faithfulness in stories from the Old and New Testaments of the Bible. With sweet, rhyming text and colorful illustrations, this soft and cuddly character storybook Bible is sure to become a classic with preschoolers.Little Chick&’s Bible:Features a plush yellow cover and packaged in a plastic bag with snap closureBoard book perfect for little hearts and handsPerfect for parent-child lap time and bedtime readingIncludes both Old and New Testament Stories
Little City by the Lake (The Caroline Years #6)
by Celia WilkinsFifteen-year-old Caroline Quiner, who will become the mother of Laura Ingalls Wilder, moves to Milwaukee in 1855 to experience city life and attend school.
Little Critter Goes to School (Step into Reading)
by Mercer MayerJoin Little Critter as he gets ready for his first day of school in this Step 2 Step-into-Reading Leveled Reader, a perfect back to school read--no matter what that looks like!Wake up! It's time to get ready for school with Little Critter as he rides the bus, meets a new teacher, and makes new friends! Children ages four to six will love this full-color Step 2 Step-into-Reading Leveled Reader! Step 2 Readers use basic vocabulary and short sentences to tell simple stories. These readers are perfect for children who recognize familiar words and can sound out new words with help.
Little Critter: A Green, Green Garden (My First I Can Read)
by Mercer MayerJoin Mercer Mayer’s classic and beloved character, Little Critter® as he goes green in this My First I Can Read book!Little Critter learns that planting his own garden is a lot of fun and a lot of work. But the result—a green, green garden—is something he can cherish and enjoy.Little Critter: A Green, Green Garden is a My First I Can Read book, which means it’s perfect for shared reading with a child. Books at this level feature basic language, word repetition, and whimsical illustrations, ideal for sharing with emergent readers. The active, engaging stories have appealing plots and lovable characters, encouraging children to continue their reading journey.
Little Critter: Critters Who Care, Going To The Firehouse, This Is My Town, Going To The Sea Park, To The Rescue (My First I Can Read)
by Mercer MayerJoin Mercer Mayer’s classic and beloved character, Little Critter® as he visits the firehouse!Whoosh! goes the water hose. Ooo! Eee! Ooo! goes the siren. Ding! Ding! goes the fire alarm.Little Critter and his classmates are taking a trip to the firehouse! Little Critter puts on his boots and jacket—now he's ready to help Fireman Joe. After checking the hose and ladder, Little Critter is ready for a fireman's helmet of his own. Join Little Critter as he learns to stop, drop, and roll with Fireman Joe! Little Critter: Going to the Firehouse is a My First I Can Read book, which means it’s perfect for shared reading with a child.
Little Critter: Critters Who Care, Going To The Firehouse, This Is My Town, Going To The Sea Park, To The Rescue (My First I Can Read)
by Mercer MayerJoin Mercer Mayer’s classic and beloved character, Little Critter® as he shows young readers around his hometown.Welcome to Critterville!Little Critter® shares what he knows about his neighbors and the places to go in Critterville. Who delivers the mail? Where does Little Critter go to see a movie? Who keeps everyone safe? Come explore the town with Little Critter and discover where everyone works and plays!Little Critter: This Is My Town is a My First I Can Read book, which means it’s perfect for shared reading with a child.
Little Critter: Critters Who Care, Going To The Firehouse, This Is My Town, Going To The Sea Park, To The Rescue (My First I Can Read)
by Mercer MayerJoin Mercer Mayer’s classic and beloved character, Little Critter®, and his classmates for some underwater fun as they set out on a delightful trip to the sea park!With Little Critter and a charming world of sea creatures big and small, there’s a boatload of fun for everyone!Little Critter: Going to the Sea Park is a My First I Can Read book, which means it’s perfect for shared reading with a child. Books at this level feature basic language, word repetition, and whimsical illustrations, ideal for sharing with emergent readers. The active, engaging stories have appealing plots and lovable characters, encouraging children to continue their reading journey.
Little Critter: Just Critters Who Care (My First I Can Read)
by Mercer MayerWhen Little Critter finds out one of his neighbors is in need, he and his friends rally together and volunteer their help.They soon learn community service is rewarding . . . and fun! Who can the Critters help next?This is a funny and charming Little Critter story with a great message about caring about others.
Little Critter: Just Helping My Dad (My First I Can Read)
by Mercer MayerHonor dad on Father's Day or any day with this funny and touching story about Little Critter pitching in to "help" his dad.Mercer Mayer’s classic and beloved character, Little Critter, spends the whole day with his dad in this My First I Can Read book.From getting rid of a beehive to working in the yard and going to the store, Little Critter wants to be the world’s best helper. Things might not always go as planned, but that doesn't stop Little Critter from trying his hardest!Little Critter: Just Helping My Dad is a My First I Can Read book, which means it’s perfect for shared reading with young children..
Little Critter: Just Saving My Money (My First I Can Read)
by Mercer MayerJoin Mercer Mayer’s classic and beloved character, Little Critter® as he learns about it what it means to save money.Little Critter works hard for his money!When Little Critter wants a new skateboard, Dad tells him that he needs to save his own money to buy it! He tries his very best, but soon finds that saving enough for what he wants isn't so easy. Just Saving My Money is a My First I Can Read book, which means it’s perfect for shared reading with a child.
Little Critter: Just a Little Sick (My First I Can Read)
by Mercer MayerJoin Mercer Mayer’s classic and beloved character, Little Critter® in this My First I Can Read story.Little Critter has a day off from school! When Little Critter® feels just a little sick, Mom lets him stay home from school. Hooray! But between visiting the doctor and staying inside all day, missing school is not what Little Critter expected. Little Critter: Just a Little Sick is a My First I Can Read book, which means it’s perfect for shared reading with a child.
Little Critter: Lucky Ducky's Very First Day of School (My First I Can Read)
by Mercer MayerJoin Mercer Mayer’s beloved character Little Critter and Little Sister as they get ready for school in this My First I Can Read book! It’s the night before the first day of school and Little Sister is ready.Backpack—check!Pencils—check!Notebook—check!But wait, where is her favorite stuffed toy, Lucky Ducky? Little Critter helps out in this My First I Can Read story by beloved author-illustrator Mercer Mayer.Young readers will love the fun illustrations in Little Critter: Lucky Ducky’s Very First Day of School, and the simple text will resonate with new readers.This My First I Can Read book is carefully crafted using basic language, word repetition, sight words, and sweet illustrations, which means it's perfect for shared reading with emergent readers.
Little Critter: The Fall Festival (My First I Can Read)
by Mercer MayerJoin Mercer Mayer’s classic and beloved character, Little Critter® and his family on their exciting road trip to the Fall Festival! From apple picking to hayrides, discover how fun the harvest season can be.Fall is an exciting season in Critterville!Every year, Little Critter® and his family take a trip to one of the most beloved events in Critterville—the Fall Festival. From picking apples and taking hayrides to choosing the perfect pumpkin, no wonder everyone loves this time of year.Little Critter: The Fall Festival is a My First I Can Read book, which means it’s perfect for shared reading with a child.
Little Critter: What a Good Kitty (My First I Can Read)
by Mercer MayerLittle Critter® has his very own cat! And what a good kitty she is. Read along with Little Critter in this simple, endearing I Can Read, perfect for critters who are just discovering the joy of reading.
Little David Sings for the King: Level 1 (I Can Read! #Level 1)
by Crystal BowmanA Lesson in Trusting God for the Big Things David is the smallest mouse in his family. He can’t keep up with his big brothers. But when the king is sad, God helps David do something special to cheer him up.
Little David and His Best Friend: Level 1 (I Can Read! #Level 1)
by Crystal BowmanA Lesson in God’s Constancy Little David’s best friend Jon is the king’s son. Together they have lots of adventures, like best friends do. But the king gets mad at David. What should Jon and David do?
Little David's Big Heart: Level 1 (I Can Read! #Level 1)
by Crystal Bowman"A Lesson in Goodness Little Davis is kind and helpful. Everyone likes him—especially God. Then David hears that one day he will become a king! What does the mouse king think of that?"
Little David's Brave Day: Level 1 (I Can Read! #Level 1)
by Crystal BowmanA Lesson in Trusting God Goliath the giant cat is scaring Little David’s brothers. But not Little David! He knows that God will always help him, no matter what. What will make Goliath go away?
Little Ducks Go (I Like to Read)
by Emily Arnold McCullyA walk in town turns into a harrowing adventure for six little ducklings in this Guided Reading Level C Book. Following their mother down the street, the baby ducklings are swept up in a gush of water and washed down a storm drain. "Quack!" says their mother. "Cheep cheep!" call the babies. Sailing through the sewer pipes, the little ducks go, as mother duck chases them from drain to drain, trying to keep them calm. When her quacks attract the attention of a kind-hearted man, the little ducks are rescued! With warm, nostalgic watercolor paintings, Caldecott Medalist Emily Arnold McCully takes readers on a journey, chasing the little ducklings and their mother through the streets of a small town and a busier city. Perfect for young readers, this is a satisfying story of accidental adventure-- with a happy ending. A Bank Street Best Children's Book of the Year! The award-winning I Like to Read® series focuses on guided reading levels A through G, based upon Fountas and Pinnell standards. Acclaimed author-illustrators--including winners of Caldecott, Theodor Seuss Geisel, and Coretta Scott King honors—create original, high quality illustrations that support comprehension of simple text and are fun for kids to read with parents, teachers, or on their own! For readers who've mastered basic sight words already, Level C books feature slightly longer sentences, suitable for mid-to-late kindergarten readers, and introduce a wider range of high-frequency vocabulary words. Move onto Level D once you've mastered them!
Little Ghoul Goes to School
by Jef CzekajPerfect for back-to-school and Halloween, this is a funny and sweet story about a monster’s first day of school by the popular author-illustrator of Cat Secrets. The ideal next read for fans of First Day Jitters, My Monster Mama Loves Me So, and We Don’t Eat Our Classmates. Little Ghoul is nervous about her first day of school. Her mom assures her that it will be great: The teachers will be scary. The lunch will be revolting! And the other classmates will be spine-tingling and creepy. But what if Little Ghoul’s greatest fears come true—and everyone is nice? In this hilariously silly take on a monster’s first day, Little Ghoul learns that school can be fun for creatures of every kind.
Little Guide for Teachers: Healthy Habits for Teacher Life (A Little Guide for Teachers)
by Charlie BurleyEmpowering teachers to live their healthiest, happiest lives and to thrive both in and out of the classroom. A practical, realistic guide for teachers supporting them to develop and maintain the behaviours, beliefs and boundaries they need for a positive teacher life. The Little Guide for Teachers series is little in size but BIG on all the support and inspiration you need to navigate your day-to-day life as a teacher. *Authored by experts in the field *Easy to dip in-and-out of *Interactive activities encourage you to make it your own *Read in an afternoon or take as long as you like with it!