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Magic School ( Ben & Holly's Little Kingdom)
by Eone<P>Princess Holly the fairy is sent to Mrs. Fig's Magic School, and she invites her friends to come along! The Wise Old Elf is convinced that magic always leads to trouble -- and it turns out he might be right . . . <P>Ben and Holly live in the Little Kingdom, a tiny land where flowers and grass rise above even the tallest towers. Holly is a young fairy princess who is still learning to fly and control her magic -- which sometimes gets her in some sticky situations! Her best friend, Ben the elf, doesn't have magical powers, but he's great at making toys and always ready for adventure. This story with stickers is based on the Nick Jr. TV show, from the creators of Peppa Pig.
The Magical Tale of Ben and Holly ( Ben & Holly's Little Kingdom)
by Eone Neville Astley Mark Baker<P>Once upon a time, hidden in the flowers and the thorny brambles, there was a magical place called the Little Kingdom. The Little Kingdom was full of tiny elves and fairies who were all friends -- and there were no better friends than Ben and Holly. <P> This keepsake hardcover storybook is the perfect introduction to the enchanted world of Ben the elf, Holly the fairy princess, and their special friend Gaston the Ladybird! Based on the Nick Jr. animated TV show, from the creators of Peppa Pig.
In The Forest
by Michèle DufresneThis informational text features quality, full-page photographs of animals that live in the forest.
Aesop's Fables
by Jerry PinkneyIn this elegantly designed volume, more than sixty of Aesop's timeless fables have been carefully selected, humorously retold, and brought gloriously to life by four-time Caldecott Honor-winner Jerry Pinkney. Included are the Shepherd Boy and The Wolf, the Lion and the Mouse, the Tortoise and the Hare, plus many other characters and morals that have inspired countless readers for centuries.
Hunters Money Jar
by Charlotte GuillainA coin named Scratch lives with her friends in Hunter's money jar. The bills and coins know that Hunter is saving up for a skateboard, but there aren't enough of them yet. Join Scratch as she welcomes new friends to the jar. Together, can they help Hunter get that new skateboard?
I Am Jackie Robinson (Ordinary People Change the World)
by Brad Meltzer Christopher EliopoulosJackie Robinson always loved sports, especially baseball. But he lived at a time before the Civil Rights Movement, when the rules weren't fair to African Americans. Even though Jackie was a great athlete, he wasn't allowed on the best teams just because of the color of his skin. Jackie knew that sports were best when everyone, of every color, played together. He became the first black player in Major League Baseball, and his bravery changed African-American history and led the way to equality in all sports in America. This engaging series is the perfect way to bring American history to life for young children, providing them with the right role models, supplemementing Common Core learning in the classroom, and best of all, inspiring them to strive and dream.
Penguin Chick
by Betty Tatham Helen K. DavieAn emperor penguin lays an egg on the Antarctic ice. In the bitter cold, miles away from the only source of food, how can the chick survive?
On the Town
by Judith CaseleyCharlie's class is learning about the meaning of community, so he and Mama go to town to see all the people who work, live, and make up the community.
One Classroom, Many Cultures
by Elizabeth Massie Jill DubinThe reader discovers many different types of people, their personal characteristics, and their customs inside a classroom in this book.
Benny’s Pennies [Kindergarten] (Houghton Mifflin Reading: The Nation's Choice Ser.)
by Pat Brisson Bob BarnerNIMAC-sourced textbook
On the Scale, a Weighty Tale: A Weighty Tale (Math Is Categorical Ser.)
by Brian P. Cleary Brian GableNIMAC-sourced textbook
The Song of Sky and Sand
by Stephen DaviesA story of the journey of Grandma with her two children in search of water in the desert for their village Simbi. They were able to find water for the whole village with the help of a clue - a song sung by a woman during the journey.
Integrating The Arts Across The Content Areas
by Lisa Donovan Louise PascaleBring the arts back into the classroom with arts-based activities and strategies to use in language arts, mathematics, science, and social studies instruction. Developed in conjunction with Lesley University, this resource helps teachers to gain a better understanding of why and how to use the arts to reach and engage students. Developed to help motivate disengaged students, this professional resource provides activities, concrete examples, and stories from teachers already implementing art-based curriculum. The strategies are presented in categories that include: dramatic movement, storytelling, poetry, music/rhythm, and visual arts. This resource supports College and Career Readiness Standards.
Buddy And Earl And The Great Big Baby
by Maureen Fergus Carey SookocheffMom's friend Mrs. Cunningham is coming for a visit, and she's bringing her baby! While Buddy tries to explain the ins and outs of babydom to Earl, neither of them is prepared for the chaos the small and adorable creature brings with it.
Buddy And Earl Go Exploring
by Maureen Fergus Carey Sookocheff<P>Buddy and Earl are safely tucked in for the night; Buddy on his blanket and Earl in his cage. But just as Buddy settles in for a nice, long sleep, Earl says it's time to say "Bon voyage." <P>Soon these mismatched pals are at it again, exploring the wilds of the kitchen and defending a lovely lady hedgehog -- who may or may not be Mom's hairbrush -- from imminent danger. When they've finally vanquished the greatest monster of all -- the vacuum cleaner -- it's time for some well-earned shut-eye. <P>This second book in the Buddy and Earl series reunites this odd and loveable animal couple: a dog who likes to play by the rules and a hedgehog who knows no limits. <P>Be sure to join them on their next adventure -- Buddy and Earl and the Baby.
Bella and the Wandering House
by Meg MckinlayHer parents are too busy to notice, but even they can't pretend it's not happening when they wake up a few days later to find their house on the banks of a lake. Night after night, the house moves and the family wakes to a new location. When Bella realises that her room at the top of the house is built from Grandpa's old boat, she finally knows what the house is looking for. It seeks the sea. So Bella dons the captain's hat her Grandpa has given her and guides the house safely to the shore, where finally they are home.
I (don't) Like Snakes
by Nicola Davies Luciano Lozano<P>This little girl has a problem. Her family doesn't have dogs, or cats, or birds--they have snakes! And she really, really, really really doesn't like snakes. <P>Her family can't understand her dislike, but they can help her understand why snakes do the things they do and look the way they look. And maybe once she knows more, she will start to like snakes a little . . . or even a lot. <P> Packed with snake trivia, this clever story includes realistic illustrations and simple explanations of snake behavior sure to make even slither-phobic readers shed their misconceptions about these fascinating reptiles. Back matter includes a note about snakes, a bibliography, and an index.
Hiromi's Hands
by Lynne BaraschHiromi's Hands is the true story of a young girl's determination to follow her dream, and a tribute to the loving family who supported her. Readers will cheer for Hiromi's success, and maybe decide to taste some sushi, too!
Plants Can't Sit Still
by Rebecca E. Hirsch Mia PosadaDo plants really move? Absolutely! You might be surprised by all ways plants can move. Plants might not pick up their roots and walk away, but they definitely don't sit still! Discover the many ways plants (and their seeds) move. Whether it's a sunflower, a Venus flytrap, or an exotic plant like an exploding cucumber, this fascinating picture book shows just how excitingly active plants really are.
One Plastic Bag: Isatou Ceesay and the Recycling Women of the Gambia
by Miranda Paul Elizabeth ZunonPlastic bags are cheap and easy to use. But what happens when a bag breaks or is no longer needed? In Njau, Gambia, people simply dropped the bags and went on their way. One plastic bag became two. Then ten. Then a hundred.
Rabbit and Robot and Ribbit (Candlewick Sparks)
by Cece BellRabbit is excited. He is going to surprise his good friend Robot at home. DING DONG! When Robot opens the door, he is surprised. He wasn't expecting Rabbit. In fact, he is already engrossed in a game of checkers with another friend, Ribbit. Now Rabbit is the one who is surprised, and a bit jealous. While Robot thinks everything Ribbit says is humorous, all Rabbit hears is "ribbit." And Ribbit eats flies with her popcorn. Gross! When Rabbit and Ribbit get mad because they both want to be Cowboy Jack Rabbit, Robot's Emotion Decoder overheats, leaving him out of commission. Can Rabbit and Ribbit find a way to work together to revive their friend? New readers will find plenty to chuckle over as Robot's two friends become friends themselves.
Phonics: Practice, Research and Policy (Published in association with the UKLA)
by Maureen Lewis Susan J EllisPhonics: Practice, Research and Policy unravels the controversy surrounding phonics which currently characterises much of the discussion about reading standards and teaching reading. Bringing some much-needed balance to the debate - the book offers genuinely focused advice on how to make sense of the various theories and on their applications in practice, helping teachers to find the right practical solutions to suit the children in their settings. The book includes chapters on: - How children learn to read and how phonics helps - The role of early phonics teaching - Classroom approaches to phonics teaching - Involving parents and carers - Speaking and phonological awareness - Spelling links - Staff development - Responses to the Rose Review on Early Reading. It will be essential reading for student teachers on initial training courses, and for more experienced staff in a range of school settings.