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Sadiq and the Desert Star (Sadiq Ser.)
by Siman NuuraliBaba’s leaving on a business trip, and Sadiq is worried he’ll miss his dad. To help comfort him, Baba tells Sadiq the story of the desert star—a tale his father used to tell him in Somalia. As long as Sadiq can spot the desert star, all will be OK. Sadiq decides to share his passion for the stars by starting a space club. But it’s not easy to spot the desert star in a place that is so far from the desert. Sadiq and his friends will have to get creative if they want to find the star in the night sky.
Sadiq and the Desert Star (Sadiq)
by Siman NuuraliWhen Sadiq's father leaves on a business trip, he worries he'll miss his baba too much. But Baba has a story for Sadiq: the story of the Desert Star. Learning about Baba's passion for the stars sparks Sadiq's interest in outer space. But can Sadiq find others who are willing to help him start the space club of his dreams?
Sadiq and the Explorers (Sadiq)
by Siman NuuraliAfter a hiking trip to a nearby park, Sadiq is inspired to start an Exploring Club. When a neighbor asks the club to create a scavenger hunt for the community's annual Fourth of July celebration, the kids are excited! But before they can lead others on a nature expedition, they'll have to do some exploring of their own.
Sadiq and the Festival of Cultures (Sadiq)
by Siman NuuraliAfter a field trip to the Festival of Nations, Sadiq and his classmates are inspired to host a festival celebrating their own cultures. Sadiq is excited to host a booth featuring Somali foods, games, and crafts. But when he asks his friend Owen what he might show in his booth, Owen is quiet. Owen isn’t sure about his cultural heritage. Can Sadiq and his friends find a way to make sure everyone in their class has traditions to share at the festival of cultures?
Sadiq and the Fun Run (Sadiq Ser.)
by Siman NuuraliSadiq's friends are signing up to play football, and Sadiq is eager to join the team. But when he asks his parents to sign him up, Hooyo and Baba say he's too young. They suggest he try a different sport—running. From the start, Sadiq has a bad attitude about Run Club. It just doesn’t seem as fun as football, and his friends aren’t impressed. Can Coach Ahmed convince Sadiq that being tough and competitive doesn't always mean tackling and hitting?
Sadiq and the Fun Run (Sadiq)
by Siman NuuraliSadiq's friends are all signing up to play football. When Sadiq asks his parents to sign him up too, they say he's too young. They suggest he try a different sport--running. From the start, Sadiq has a bad attitude about Run Club. Can his coach convince him that being tough and competitive doesn't always mean tackling and hitting?
Sadiq and the Gamers (Sadiq)
by Siman NuuraliSadiq and his friends are starting a video game club at school. They have fun playing together and planning a tournament for the whole school to participate in. But when their club needs a service project, the club members are stumped. How can they help people with video games? Then, during a visit to a retirement home called Harmony House with his mother, Sadiq meets a man named Mr. Soto who could use some cheering up. Sadiq begins to form an idea. Could gaming be a way to help the residents at Harmony House?
Sadiq and the Green Thumbs (Sadiq Ser.)
by Siman NuuraliWhen Sadiq's religious school teacher, Mr. Kassim, gets injured, he can't take care of his yard. Sadiq knows he should volunteer to help—it’s the right thing to do. But playing video games and soccer with his friends sounds much more fun! Sadiq has to decide what is more important—enjoying summer with his friends or helping his teacher. Or is there a way Sadiq can do both?
Sadiq and the Green Thumbs (Sadiq)
by Siman NuuraliWhen Sadiq's Dugsi teacher can't take care of his yard because of an injury, Sadiq reluctantly agrees to help out. To make it more fun, Sadiq gathers together some friends to help. Can they care for their teacher's garden and have fun at the same time?
Sadiq and the Newspaper Problem (Sadiq)
by Siman NuuraliSadiq is eager to join the new school newspaper. He’s a good writer, and he likes asking lots of questions! But when Katy, the student editor-in-chief, hands out reporting assignments, Sadiq doesn’t agree with her idea of “news.” Instead of reporting on important things happening at school, Katy seems intent on embarrassing people! Can Sadiq find the courage to speak up and replace the paper’s gossip stories with real news? Somali American author Siman Nuurali offers another installment in the delightful Sadiq chapter book series.
Sadiq and the Perfect Play (Sadiq)
by Siman NuuraliSadiq's big sister, Aliya, was recently cast in a community theater musical. When Sadiq and his friends hear her practicing, they decide to put on their own play for their friends and family. Sadiq volunteers to be the director, but when he makes decisions without his friends' input, everyone starts to get annoyed. Can they resolve their issues before the big performance?
Sadiq and the Perfect Play (Sadiq)
by Siman NuuraliSadiq's big sister, Aliya, was recently cast in a community theater musical. When Sadiq and his friends hear her practicing, they decide to put on their own play for their friends and family. Sadiq volunteers to be the director, but when he makes decisions without his friends' input, everyone starts to get annoyed. Can they resolve their issues before the big performance?
Sadiq and the Pet Problem (Sadiq Ser.)
by Siman NuuraliWhen Sadiq spots a rabbit in another class at school, he realizes his own third-grade class has no classroom pet! Not only that, but he’s never had a pet of his own. Sadiq decides to take matters into his own hands. He gathers some classmates to help him find the perfect pet for their class. Is it a lizard? A bunny? A parakeet? It's up to Sadiq and his friends to convince their teacher and classmates that they have found the perfect pet match.
Sadiq and the Pet Problem (Sadiq)
by Siman NuuraliSadiq's third grade class has no classroom pet! Not only that, but Sadiq has never had a pet of his own. So Sadiq gathers some classmates to help him solve this problem. What kind of pet would be perfect for their class? A lizard? A bunny? A parakeet? Soon it's up to Sadiq and friends to convince their teacher and classmates that they have found the perfect pet match.
Sadiq and the Ramadan Gift (Sadiq)
by Siman NuuraliIt's Ramadan! In the spirit of the season, Sadiq and his friends want to give back to their community. The friends band together to raise money to build a new school for children in Somalia. They decide to put on a community iftar as a fund-raiser, but not everyone agrees where their efforts should be spent. Can they find a way to work together?
Sadlier Math: [Grade 1]
by Allan E. Bellman Catherine D. LeTourneau Jill A. PerrySadlier Math, [Grade 1], Volume One
Sadlier Math: [Grade 1]
by Allan E. Bellman Catherine D. LeTourneau Jill A. PerrySadlier Math, [Grade 1], Volume Two
Safari, So Good! All About African Wildlife: All About African Wildlife (The Cat in the Hat's Learning Library)
by Bonnie WorthLaugh and learn with fun facts about lions, hippos, elephants, and more—all told in Dr. Seuss&’s beloved rhyming style and starring the Cat in the Hat! &“I&’m the Cat in the Hat. Pack your bag. Come with me. We&’re going to Africa on safari!&” The Cat in the Hat&’s Learning Library series combines beloved characters, engaging rhymes, and Seussian illustrations to introduce children to non-fiction topics from the real world! Journey on an African safari and discover: • why zebras sleep standing up• how baboons groom each other• why hippos spend so much time in the water• and much more! Perfect for story time and for the youngest readers, Safari, So Good! All About African Wildlife also includes an index, glossary, and suggestions for further learning. Look for more books in the Cat in the Hat&’s Learning Library series!If I Ran the Horse Show: All About HorsesClam-I-Am! All About the BeachMiles and Miles of Reptiles: All About ReptilesA Whale of a Tale! All About Porpoises, Dolphins, and WhalesThere's a Map on My Lap! All About MapsOh, the Lavas That Flow! All About VolcanoesOut of Sight Till Tonight! All About Nocturnal AnimalsWhat Cat Is That? All About CatsOnce upon a Mastodon: All About Prehistoric MammalsOh Say Can You Say What's the Weather Today? All About WeatherThe Cat on the Mat: All About Mindfulness
Safe and Healthy Schools, Second Edition: Practical Prevention Strategies (The Guilford Practical Intervention in the Schools Series)
by Jeffrey R. Sprague Hill M. WalkerNow in a fully revised and updated second edition, this authoritative resource provides a complete toolkit for designing and implementing an evidence-based school safety plan. Foremost experts guide practitioners to understand and prevent violence, bullying, and peer harassment in grades K–12. Best practices are reviewed for creating a positive school climate and establishing effective security and crisis response procedures. The authors describe ways to identify and support behaviorally at-risk students across multiple tiers of intervention, beginning with universal screening. In a convenient large-size format, the book includes reproducible planning tools. Purchasers get access to a Web page where they can download and print the reproducible materials. New to This Edition *Reflects over 15 years of research advances, new initiatives, and the growth of universal prevention models. *Grounded in current positive behavioral interventions and supports (PBIS) practices; also incorporates restorative discipline, social–emotional learning, and trauma-informed practices. *State-of-the-art behavioral screening and threat assessment methods are integrated throughout. *Discussions of timely topics, including cyberbullying, the role and limitations of policing in schools, and racial/ethnic disparities in discipline. This book is in The Guilford Practical Intervention in the Schools Series, edited by Sandra M. Chafouleas.
Safe in the Nest (Fountas & Pinnell Classroom, Guided Reading Grade 1)
by Christine PetersonNIMAC-sourced textbook
Safe in the Nest (Fountas & Pinnell Classroom, Guided Reading)
by Christine PetersonNIMAC-sourced textbook. All Kinds of Nests. Many animals lay eggs, but not in the same kinds of nests.
Saffron Ice Cream
by Rashin KheiriyehA joyous celebration of a girl's first family outing in a new country"With her colorful, exuberant folk-art illustrations and upbeat, friendly tone, Rashin makes a daunting cross-cultural leap seem as easy as a summer breeze." -- New York Times Book ReviewRashin is excited about her first visit to the beach in her family's new home. On the way there, she remembers what beach trips were like in Iran, the beautiful Caspian Sea, the Persian music, and most of all, the saffron ice cream she shared with her best friend, Azadeh. But there are wonderful things in this new place as well -- a subway train, exciting music... and maybe even a new friend!
Sail Away with Me
by Jane Collins-PhilippeJane Collins-Philippe loves the sea – after all she has spent many years living on a sailboat – and she has collected verses old and new to share her understanding and affection. Some of the poems will be familiar, like Eugene Field&’s &“Wynken, Blynken and Nod.&” Others are from Collins-Philippe&’s own pen and are sure to become favorites. Who could resist a poem about a ship with a hippo for a captain and a giraffe named Joyce for a lookout?Laura Beingessner&’s charming art is the perfect complement to a collection that will delight children, whether they are old salts or landlubbers.A note from the author: OOPS! Credit for Baby&’s Boat on the very last page of my book should have gone to Ridley and Gaynor who penned it in 1898. I wouldn&’t want to take credit for something I didn&’t write. Besides, that would make me very old indeed!
Sailboat (How It's Built)
by Rebecca J. StanboroughKids are fascinated by how things are constructed, especially big things!This brand-new STEM (science, technology, engineering, and mathematics) series will take readers on visits to various work sites so they can see exactly How It’s Built! Kids will follow along as a small group of fictional characters get to find out exactly what it takes to build things that they probably see all the time, like bridges, houses, boats, and cars, to things that they might dream of being inside, like skyscrapers and rockets.