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HSP California Excursions, Gold Pass Reader, Grade 1
by Isabel L. Beck Roger C. Farr Dorothy S. StricklandNIMAC-sourced textbook
Lead the Way, Grade 1
by Isabel L. Beck Roger C. Farr Dorothy S. StricklandHSP California Excursions: Lead the Way, Level 1-1, Grade 1 Student Edition
Zoom Along (Level 1-2, Florida student edition)
by Isabel L. Beck Roger C. Farr Dorothy S. StricklandNIMAC-sourced textbook
Zoom Along (Level 1-2, Georgia student edition)
by Isabel L. Beck Roger C. Farr Dorothy S. StricklandNIMAC-sourced textbook
Story Town: Reach for the Stars
by Isabel L. Beck Roger C. Farr Dorothy S. Strickland Alma Flor Ada Roxanne F. Hudson Margaret G. Mckeown Robin C. Scarcella Julie A. WashingtonBeginning readers will enjoy these lively selections -- and learn a lot about language!
Storytown: Spring Forward
by Isabel L. Beck Roger C. Farr Dorothy S. Strickland Alma Flor Ada Roxanne F. Hudson Margaret G. Mckeown Robin C. Scarcella Julie A. WashingtonThis book intends to encourage reading and also has some useful sections like connections between words,making predictions,building vocabulary etc.
Storytown Level 1-2: Zoom Along
by Isabel L. Beck Roger C. Farr Dorothy S. Strickland Alma Flor Ada Roxanne F. Hudson Margaret G. Mckeown Robin C. Scarcella Julie A. WashingtonBeginning readers will enjoy these entertaining stories -- and learn about language.
Bringing Words to Life, Second Edition: Robust Vocabulary Instruction
by Isabel L. Beck Margaret G. Mckeown Linda KucanHundreds of thousands of teachers have used this highly practical guide to help K-12 students enlarge their vocabulary and get involved in noticing, understanding, and using new words. Grounded in research, the book explains how to select words for instruction, introduce their meanings, and create engaging learning activities that promote both word knowledge and reading comprehension. The authors are trusted experts who draw on extensive experience in diverse classrooms and schools. Sample lessons and vignettes, children's literature suggestions, end-of-chapter summaries, and "Your Turn" learning activities enhance the book's utility as a classroom resource, professional development tool, or course text.New to This Edition*Reflects over a decade of advances in research-based vocabulary instruction.*Chapters on vocabulary and writing; assessment; and differentiating instruction for struggling readers and English language learners, including coverage of response to intervention (RTI).*Expanded discussions of content-area vocabulary and multiple-meaning words.*Many additional examples showing what robust instruction looks like in action.*Appendix with a useful menu of instructional activities.
Robust Comprehension Instruction with Questioning the Author: 15 Years Smarter
by Isabel L. Beck Margaret G. McKeown Cheryl A. SandoraThis practical K–12 teacher resource explains the "whats," "whys," and "how-tos" of using Questioning the Author (QtA), a powerful approach for enhancing reading comprehension and engagement. Thorough yet concise, the book shows how to plan lessons using both narrative and expository texts, formulate open-ended Queries, and guide class discussions around them. The authors discuss how QtA has evolved over many years of classroom application and include innovative ideas for integrating vocabulary instruction and writing prompts into QtA lessons. Also provided are steps for gradually transitioning from teacher-led instruction to independent reading. The book features extended examples of teachers implementing QtA, as well as four complete texts that can be downloaded and printed for classroom use.
Pepito The Brave
by Scott BeckThis charming picture book by newcomer Scott Beck features a particularly determined and lovable little bird. Pepito is afraid of heights, so when it is time to leave the nest, he must make his own way. A big fence, a wide river, and a busy road cannot stop this capable fellow, who just might be braver than he realizes. Big, bright, cut-paper images and a short but action-packed text will grab the attention of little ones as restless as Pepito himself, while the funky, retro design of the book and its unabashedly inspiring theme will remind parents of the classic picture books of their own childhood.
Malcolm at Midnight
by W. H. BeckWhen Malcolm the rat arrives as the pet at McKenna School, he revels in the attention. He also meets the Midnight Academy, a secret society of classroom pets that keeps the nutters (kids) safe. There’s just one problem…rats have a terrible reputation! So when the Academy’s iguana leader is kidnapped, Malcolm must prove his innocence—and that even rats can be good guys. Illustrated by Brian Lies of Bats at the Beach, this engaging middle-grade novel will have readers rooting for Malcolm as they try to solve the mystery alongside him.
A Visitor for Bear (Bear and Mouse)
by Bonny Becker Kady Denton<p>Cheery persistence wears down a curmudgeonly bear in a wry comedy of manners that ends in a most unlikely friendship. <p>Bear is quite sure he doesn’t like visitors. He even has a sign. So when a mouse taps on his door one day, Bear tells him to leave. But when Bear goes to the cupboard to get a bowl, there is the mouse — small and gray and bright-eyed. In this slapstick tale that begs to be read aloud, all Bear wants is to eat his breakfast in peace, but the mouse — who keeps popping up in the most unexpected places — just won’t go away!</p>
Pirate Queen: A Story of Zheng Yi Sao
by Helaine BeckerAn inspiring story of Zheng Yi Sao, the real-life pirate queen who took control of her life — and the South China seas — in the early 19th century. The most powerful pirate in history was a woman who was born into poverty in Guangzhou, China, in the late 1700s. When pirates attacked her town and the captain took a liking to her, she saw a way out. Zheng Yi Sao agreed to marry him only if she got an equal share of his business. When her husband died six years later, she took command of the fleet. Over the next decade, the pirate queen built a fleet of over 1,800 ships and 70,000 men. On land and sea, Zheng Yi Sao’s power rivaled the emperor himself. Time and again, her ships triumphed over the emperor’s ships. When she was ready to retire, Zheng Yi Sao surrendered — on her own terms, of course. Even though there was a price on her head, she was able to negotiate her freedom, living in peace and prosperity for the rest of her days. Zheng Yi Sao’s powerful story is told in lyrical prose by award-winning author Helaine Becker. Liz Wong’s colorful, engaging illustrations illuminate this inspiring woman in history. An author’s note provides historical context and outlines the challenges of researching a figure about whom little is known. Key Text Features author’s note historical context sources Correlates to the Common Core State Standards in English Language Arts: CCSS.ELA-LITERACY.RL.2.3 Describe how characters in a story respond to major events and challenges. CCSS.ELA-LITERACY.RL.4.3 Describe in depth a character, setting, or event in a story or drama, drawing on specific details in the text (e.g., a character's thoughts, words, or actions).
Adventures on a Summer’s Day: With Bandit & Company (Bandit And Company Ser. #Vol. 1)
by Pat Becker Margaret GaedderAdventures on a Summer’s Day is the first in a series about a variety of pets known as Bandit and Company. Readers will find the adventures of this troupe both entertaining and heartwarming. "WITH HER USUAL IMAGINATIVE FLAIR, Pat Becker brings to life this new series about a band of pet dogs and cats and their adventures in a loving home in an ideal setting. Readers of all ages will smile within when they recognize the human qualities the author has imbued in all these animals. And the interaction of these pets as they experience their various adventures will undoubtedly connect with discerning readers. The stunning color illustrations by artist Margaret Gaeddert add greatly to the character development and narrative. This is another winning collaboration between the author and the illustrator, both Oklahomans with a love of animals that reflects in their words and art. Readers can look forward to more entertaining and heartwarming stories about these animal characters, as this is the first of an illustrated series about the lives and adventures of the band of dogs and cats known as... Bandit and Company." Darl DeVault, Executive Editor Distinctly Oklahoma Magazine
Even Superheroes Have Bad Days
by Shelly Becker“Filled with diverse characters, from caped crusaders to badly behaving villains . . . Full of action and vibrancy . . . A good way to soothe bad days away.” —School Library JournalWhen Superheroes don’t get their way,when they’re sad, when they’re mad, when they’ve had a bad day . . .. . . they COULD super-tantrum, they COULD but they DON’T,because REAL Superheroes just WOULDN’T—they WON’T!All kids have trouble getting a grip on their emotions, sometimes—even young superheroes! But what do they do when they’re having a bad day? Colorful action-packed illustrations and a dynamite rhyming text reveal the many ways superheroes (and ordinary children, too) can resist the super-temptation to cause a scene when they’re sad, mad, frustrated, lonely, or afraid. From burning off steam on a bike or a hike, to helping others, this energetic picture book has plenty of fun ideas to help kids cope when they’re feeling overwhelmed.“An action-packed romp.” —Kirkus Reviews“[A] lighthearted exposé on how a group of superheroes deal with their frustrations . . . A spoonful of superheroes certainly helps the message go down.” —Booklist
Dina-dee Forgives and Forgets
by Menuchah Beckerman Elisheva GaashWhy is Dina-dee's friend being so mean to her? Dina-dee learns the value of overlooking the past in Dina-dee Forgives and Forgets.