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I Am Kind: The Positive Power Series (Rodale Kids Curious Readers Level 2 #2)
by Suzy Capozzi Eren UntenI Am Kind follows a little girl who sees kindness all around her. <P><P>Her mother is kind when she volunteers in the community, and her neighbor is kind when he gives her strawberries from his garden. <P><P>Even her nature troop is kind when they take care of the earth! <P>The little girl realizes that she, too, has the power to be kind, and that even small actions can have a big impact. <P> In this new installment of the Positive Power early reader series, children will learn the affirmation “I am kind” through an encouraging story of community and everyday kindness. <P>About the Positive Power Series: Short on words and long on empowerment, the Positive Power early reader series teaches kids and parents alike the power of positive affirmations and how to incorporate them into their daily lives.
I Am Thankful: The Positive Power Series (Rodale Kids Curious Readers Level 2 #1)
by Suzy Capozzi Eren UntenIt’s Thanksgiving Day, and there’s a lot to be done before turkey time! I Am Thankful follows a young boy through his busy holiday adventures, from running in the turkey trot to helping his family bake pies. Even though the weather might ruin the annual family football game, the jam-packed day proves there’s never a shortage of things to be thankful for. In this first installment of the Positive Power series, kids will learn the affirmation “I am thankful” through a delightful story of food, family, and fun.About the Positive Power Series:Short on words and long on empowerment, the Positive Power early reader series teaches kids and parents alike the power of positive affirmations and how to incorporate them into their daily lives.
Mentor Texts: Teaching Writing Through Children's Literature, K-6
by Rose CappelliIn their first edition of Mentor Texts, authors Lynne Dorfman and Rose Cappelli helped teachers across the country make the most of high-quality children's literature in their writing instruction. Mentor Texts: Teaching Writing Through Children's Literature, K-6, 2nd Edition the authors continue to show teachers how to help students become confident, accomplished writers by using literature as their foundation. The second edition includes brand-new Your Turn Lessons, built around the gradual release of responsibility model, offering suggestions for demonstrations and shared or guided writing. Reflection is emphasized as a necessary component to understanding why mentor authors chose certain strategies, literary devices, sentence structures, and words. Dorfman and Cappelli offer new children's book titles in each chapter and in a carefully curated and annotated Treasure Chest. At the end of each chapter a Think About It'sTalk About It'sWrite About It section invites reflection and conversation with colleagues.The book is organized around the characteristics of good writing'sfocus, content, organization, style, and conventions. The authors write in a friendly and conversational style, employing numerous anecdotes to help teachers visualize the process, and offer strategies that can be immediately implemented in the classroom. This practical resource demonstrates the power of learning to read like writers.
Text Sets in Action: Pathways Through Content Area Literacy
by Mary Ann Cappiello Erika Thulin DawesFinding ways to organize your classroom instruction for knowledge building and literacy learning can be challenging. How can you incorporate more nonfiction and informational text in your content area curriculum while expanding and deepening representation with diverse texts? What can motivate student learning while providing equity and access for different learning styles and needs? Text sets are the answer!In Text Sets in Action: Pathways Through Content Area Literacy, authors Erika Thulin Dawes and Mary Ann Cappiello demonstrate how text sets offer students the opportunity to build critical thinking skills and informational literacy while generating interest and engagement across the content areas. Put your students in the center of the meaning-making in your classroom with multimodal multi-genre text sets in action. In Text Sets in Action, the authors: Model how text sets build foundational skills and metacognitive strategies as students experience a carefully scaffolded and sequenced exploration of ideas, academic, and content vocabularyExplain how text sets encourage classroom discussion by having students ask questions about what they read, debate different perspectives, and relate the texts to their own personal experiences and the changes they would like to see in the worldShow how children's literature and multimodal, multi-genre texts can serve as mentor texts for student writing and inspire creativity and advocacyDemonstrate how to curate text sets that can introduce diverse and underrepresented voices into the classroom, fostering appreciation for different points of view and generate deeper critical thinkingProvide resources and suggestions for designing text sets a multimodal, multi-genre text set can include children's literature of all genres, as well as digital texts, YouTube videos, news articles, podcasts, and more Text Sets in Action will help you create a collection of text sets that can be added to or edited over the years to align with your lesson plan goals. Teachers who have adopted this approach saw greater student reading comprehension and critical thinking skills. By introducing a multitude of text, teachers will ignite a spirit of inquiry and engagement for lifelong learning.
Hearing (Learn About)
by Claire CaprioliHow do we experience the world? Let's learn all about the five senses!The sense of hearing is one of our five senses. And it is amazing! It helps us carry out a conversation and enjoy music and the sounds of nature. It also warns us if there is danger around. Learn about how we hear, and common problems and diseases connected with it with this perfect first introduction to the sense of hearing!ABOUT THE SERIES: The human body is amazing! It gives us five different ways to learn about the world around us: through the eyes, through the skin, through the tongue, through the ears, and through the nose. Thanks to these parts of our bodies, we can see, feel, taste, hear, and smell. These are the five senses! Why do bananas taste so good? Why does tickling cause so much laughter? Illustrated with familiar examples, this fun nonfiction set in the Learn About series gives readers a close-up look at the five senses, and it teaches them how each of the senses work.
Just Discovered Fish (Learn About)
by Claire CaprioliLet's learn all about newly discovered animals!Have you ever seen a Wakanda fish or a blue snailfish? Now you can! With amazing photos and lively text, this book explores five new species of fish. Get ready to learn all about how, when, and where these animals were discovered!ABOUT THE SERIES:Did you know scientists discover thousands of new species every year? Some are even named after things in popular culture like the Wakanda fish (Black Panther) and the Salazar's pit viper (Harry Potter). This vibrant new set of Learn About books gives readers a close-up look into five of the most fascinating new species of amphibians, fish, mammals, and reptiles that have been found on Earth in the past few years. Each book explores how, where, and when they were found, along with their habitat, diet, and survival skills. Packed with photographs and fun facts, readers will learn all about these exciting new species in the natural world.
A Swarm of Bees (Learn About)
by Claire CaprioliSwarm, kaleidoscope, fluffle, pack… It is time to celebrate groups of spring animals!What do you call a group of bees? A swarm! Discover why this interesting insect lives in groups, where they live, and what they eat. With amazing photos and lively text, this book takes you inside a beehive, explains what a beekeeper does, and teaches you what you can do to help conserve and protect bees. Get ready to learn all about swarms of bees!ABOUT THE SERIES:Whether it is a group of wild mammals, birds, or even insects, there is a unique name to identify each specific animal group. Groups of bees, butterflies, rabbits, and dogs are the stars of this vibrant new set of LEARN ABOUT books that are packed with photographs and fun facts. Starting out with the behavior these animals have as a group, and covering their bodies, diet, habitat, and life cycles, these books are the perfect first introduction to animal groups and families.
Tasting (Learn About)
by Claire CaprioliHow do we experience the world? Let's learn all about the five senses!The sense of taste is one of our five senses. And it is amazing! Among many other things, it makes us enjoy food and recognize many different flavors, such as sweet, sour, and salty. In turn, it encourages us to eat and helps us keep strong and healthy. Learn about tasting, how it works, and common problems and diseases connected with it, with this perfect first introduction to the sense of taste!ABOUT THE SERIES:The human body is amazing! It gives us five different ways to learn about the world around us: through the eyes, through the skin, through the tongue, through the ears, and through the nose. Thanks to these parts of our bodies, we can see, feel, taste, hear, and smell. These are the five senses! Why do bananas taste so good? Why does tickling cause so much laughter? Illustrated with familiar examples, this fun nonfiction set in the Learn About series gives readers a close-up look at the five senses, and it teaches them how each of the senses work.
A Bizcocho le encanta la biblioteca: Biscuit Loves the Library (Spanish edition) (My First I Can Read)
by Alyssa Satin CapucilliThis beloved bestselling title about Biscuit's visit to the library is now available in Spanish translation. This Spanish-language book can be enjoyed by fluent Spanish speakers as well as those learning the language, whether at home or in a classroom. Un libro con alegres ilustraciones, vocabulario básico, mucha acción, ritmo y repetición. La edición en español de Biscuit Loves the Library de la colección Mi primer libro ¡Ya sé leer! es perfecta para los pequeños que están aprendiendo a leer. ¡La biblioteca ha organizado un día para leerle a las mascotas! Hay muchas cosas que un cachorrito puede disfrutar, como leer libros, escuchar cuentos, jugar con títeres ¡y verse con un montón de amigos! Después, con la ayuda de la bibliotecaria, Bizcocho descubre lo mejor de todo. Alyssa Satin Capucilli y Pat Schories celebran la alegría especial de las bibliotecas y de la lectura en esta nueva aventura de Bizcocho, nuestro cachorrito amarillo favorito.
The Adventures of Paddington: Paddington and the Painting (My First I Can Read)
by Alyssa Satin CapucilliBased on the new Nickelodeon animated series and inspired by the classic books, this 32-page My First I Can Read is perfect for shared reading with a child.When Mrs. Brown can’t find inspiration for her painting, she enlists the help of Paddington. The Adventures of Paddington is an animated preschool series starring Paddington, a polite little bear who lives with the Brown family at 32 Windsor Gardens. He is kind, curious, and rather accident-prone. Taking a lead from Michael Bond’s original books, and the spirit of the hugely successful Paddington movies, each new Paddington story is packed with vibrancy, humor, and charm.
The Adventures of Paddington: Paddington and the Pigeon (My First I Can Read)
by Alyssa Satin CapucilliBased on the new Nickelodeon animated series and inspired by the classic books, this 32-page My First I Can Read is perfect for shared reading with a child.When a pigeon falls down the chimney into the Browns' living room, Paddington makes a new friend. The Adventures of Paddington is an animated preschool series starring Paddington, a polite little bear who lives with the Brown family at 32 Windsor Gardens. He is kind, curious, and rather accident-prone. Taking the lead from Michael Bond's original books and the spirit of the hugely successful Paddington movies, each new Paddington story is packed with vibrancy, humor, and charm.
The Adventures of Paddington: Pancake Day! (My First I Can Read)
by Alyssa Satin CapucilliWhen Mrs. Bird can’t make pancakes for Pancake Day, Paddington comes to the rescue! The Adventures of Paddington is animated preschool series starring Paddington, a polite little bear who lives with the Brown family at 32 Windsor Gardens. He is kind, curious, and rather accident-prone. Taking a lead from Michael Bond’s original books, and the spirit of the hugely successful Paddington movies, each new Paddington story is packed with vibrancy, humor, and charm.The Adventures of Paddington: Pancake Day! is a My First I Can Read, which means it's perfect for shared reading.
Bathtime for Biscuit (My First I Can Read)
by Alyssa Satin CapucilliFor fans of Clifford and Spot, welcome everybody’s favorite little yellow puppy, Biscuit, in an I Can Read adventure!Woof, woof! Biscuit needs a bath!Everything is ready for Biscuit's bath; everything except Biscuit! He wants to roll in the mud and play with his friend Puddles! Will Biscuit ever be clean? Join Biscuit in this bathtime fun-filled adventure.Bathtime for Biscuit, a 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.
Biscuit and Friends: A Day at the Aquarium (I Can Read Level 1)
by Alyssa Satin CapucilliFollow the beloved and bestselling little yellow puppy, Biscuit, on a trip to the aquarium. This Level One I Can Read allows readers to grow into reading with Biscuit! When Biscuit takes himself to the aquarium, he sees fish of all different colors, sea turtles, large tanks of jellyfish, and even sea lions that bark just like him. Bark! Bark! Woof, woof!Biscuit and Friends: A Day at the Aquarium is a Level One I Can Read with a Guided Reading Level (GRL) of J, which means it’s perfect for children learning to sound out words and sentences. Whether shared at home or in a classroom, the short sentences, familiar words, and simple concepts of Level One books support success for children eager to start reading on their own.For over 25 years Biscuit, the beloved little yellow puppy, has warmed the hearts of young readers. The sweet little yellow puppy is a comforting partner for your emerging reader who enjoys the My First level Biscuit stories and wants to keep reading!
Biscuit and Friends Visit the Community Garden (I Can Read Level 1)
by Alyssa Satin CapucilliJoin the beloved and bestselling little yellow puppy, Biscuit, as he visits the community garden. Biscuit is available in Level One I Can Read for the first time! Seeds—check! Shovel—check! Biscuit and the little girl are ready to visit the community garden.From planting flowers with new friends to feeding the birds, there are so many ways to help in the garden! Alyssa Satin Capucilli celebrates the joy of community—with Biscuit, everyone’s favorite little yellow puppy.Biscuit and Friends Visit the Community Garden is a Level One I Can Read, which means it’s perfect for children learning to sound out words and sentences. Whether shared at home or in a classroom, the short sentences, familiar words, and simple concepts of Level One books support success for children eager to start reading on their own.For over 25 years Biscuit, the beloved little yellow puppy, has warmed the hearts of young readers. The sweet little yellow puppy is a comforting partner for your preschooler. Before you know it, your child will be reading along with you. Biscuit and Friends Visit the Community Garden is a good choice for reading together when snuggled up, as well as for shared reading in a classroom, especially with children ages 3 to 5.
Biscuit and the Big Parade! (My First I Can Read)
by Alyssa Satin CapucilliIt’s time for the big parade, Biscuit!The parade is here, and Biscuit can’t wait to see the fire trucks, jugglers, and even clowns! But when will it be his turn to march?The sweet little yellow puppy proves that with a little might and a lot of heart, any dream—big or small—can come true. Biscuit and the Big Parade! is a My First I Can Read, perfect for shared reading with a child.
Biscuit and the Great Fall Day (My First I Can Read)
by Alyssa Satin CapucilliJoin the beloved and bestselling little yellow puppy, Biscuit, on a great fall day! Biscuit loves Fall! He picks apples, jumps in leaves, runs through a corn maze, and even goes on a tractor ride! Woof, woof!A perfect companion to any fall day, including for apple and pumpkin picking trips, Halloween celebrations, and preschool units on seasons.Biscuit and the Great Fall Day, a 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.For over 25 years Biscuit, the beloved little yellow puppy, has warmed the hearts of young readers. The sweet little yellow puppy is a comforting partner for your preschooler. Before you know it, your child will be reading along with you. Biscuit and the Great Fall Day is a good choice for reading together when snuggled up, as well as for shared reading in a classroom, especially with children ages 3 to 5.
Biscuit and the Little Llamas (My First I Can Read)
by Alyssa Satin CapucilliIt’s spring on the farm. Join the beloved and bestselling little yellow puppy, Biscuit, as he makes friends with the piglets, the lambs, the chicks, and even the little llamas!Biscuit and the Little Llamas, a 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. Celebrate the 25th anniversary of Biscuit, the beloved little yellow puppy who has warmed the hearts of young readers for generations. The sweet little yellow puppy is a comforting partner for your preschooler. Before you know it, your child will be reading along with you.Biscuit and the Little Llamas is a good choice for reading together when snuggled up, as well as for shared reading in a classroom, especially with children ages 3 to 5.
Biscuit Feeds the Pets (My First I Can Read)
by Alyssa Satin CapucilliBeginning readers' favorite little yellow puppy is ready to help his neighbor feed her pets! From guinea pigs and fish to kittens and puppies, each animal gets their own special food. Everyone wants to play, too! But what happens when playtime gets in the way of mealtime? Biscuit might just find a new way to make sure everyone gets what they need. . . .Biscuit Feeds the Pets is a My First I Can Read book, which means it's perfect for shared reading with a child.
Biscuit Finds a Friend (My First I Can Read)
by Alyssa Satin CapucilliFor fans of Clifford and Spot, welcome everybody’s favorite little yellow puppy, Biscuit, in an I Can Read adventure!Biscuit is back—and he's got a new friend! In this charming My First I Can Read book, everyone's favorite puppy Biscuit meets an adorable lost duckling. Perfect for shared reading with a child, this story teaches a lesson about finding friends while also helping to boost reading fluency.
Biscuit Flies a Kite (My First I Can Read)
by Alyssa Satin CapucilliFor fans of Clifford and Spot, welcome everybody’s favorite little yellow puppy, Biscuit, in an I Can Read adventure!It seems like the perfect day to fly a kite, until—oh, no!—the wind begins to blow the kite away!Join Biscuit, that sweet puppy, and his friend Puddles as they put their furry heads together to save the day. Woof woof! Bow wow! The gentle and appealing Biscuit books are a wonderful first introduction to reading for little pups, and this My First I Can Read friendship tale is perfect for shared reading in a classroom or at home. 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.
Biscuit Goes Camping (My First I Can Read)
by Alyssa Satin CapucilliFor fans of Clifford and Spot, welcome everybody’s favorite little yellow puppy, Biscuit, in an I Can Read adventure!Woof, woof! This way, Biscuit! It’s time to go camping.Join Biscuit in the great outdoors. Biscuit can't wait to go camping! From tents and flashlights to frogs and fireflies, there are so many new things to discover when you're sleeping outdoors. But are those rain clouds in the sky? How will Biscuit go camping now? Biscuit Goes Camping, a 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.
Biscuit Goes to School (My First I Can Read)
by Alyssa Satin CapucilliGo back to school with Biscuit and share the love of reading with your beginner reader! Biscuit can't wait to go to school! Even though no dogs are allowed, he is determined to see and do everything that takes place at school. But what will happen when the teacher discovers a puppy in the classroom? Reassuring and sweet, Biscuit Goes to School is an excellent choice to share with little ones getting ready for preschool, kindergarten, or first grade.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. The active, engaging My First I Can Read stories have appealing plots and lovable characters, encouraging children to continue their reading journey.
Biscuit in the Garden (My First I Can Read)
by Alyssa Satin CapucilliFor fans of Clifford and Spot, welcome everybody’s favorite little yellow puppy, Biscuit, in an I Can Read adventure!Biscuit is excited to explore the garden. From the prettiest flowers to the smallest bugs, there's so much to see. And the little puppy even finds his own special way to add to the garden's bounty! Biscuit in the Garden, a 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. 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.