Build early reading and writing skills—and teach about our country—with these reproducible nonfiction books that kids help write and illustrate! Just photocopy the book patterns and invit
From subject-verb agreement to run-on sentences, these super-engaging reproducible pages give kids practice with key grammar skills. Each activity offers a humorous twist on a folk or fairy tale to b
Use Word Walls effectively and efficiently to build students' reading and writing skills. Weekly lessons and routines show how to introduce and review words all year long. Ready-to-reproduce, color-co
Teach young children what good readers do with this collection of mini-lessons, routines, and activities that reinforce key reading skills throughout the year and build independence. Children learn h
This resource provides 15 lessons for modeling fluency using fun passages that kids will love to read and reread. Includes excerpts from the work of Jack Prelutsky, Seymour Simon, Paul Janeczko, Robe
This resource provides 15 lessons for modeling fluency using fun passages that kids will love to read and reread. Includes excerpts from the work of J.K. Rowling, Seymour Simon, Karen Hesse, and more
Teachers will turn to this treasury of ideas again and again to encourage and celebrate children’s creativity. Hands-on activities and projects help kids express themselves as they practice fine motor
In this treasury of learning center activities, teachers will find delightful ideas and projects that integrate almost every aspect of the curriculum into each center. Fresh and engaging activities d
No kidding, this is a collection of grammar lessons that teachers and students will love! Poems by Jack Prelutski, Shel Silverstein, and others who take a playful approach to language introduce each
Why has the 6+1 TRAIT model had such a tremendous impact on writing instruction? Because it works. It allows teachers to pinpoint students’ strengths and weaknesses in ideas, organization, voic
A rich collection of more than 60 mini-lessons linked to the standards, written by recognized experts in the field. Topics include reviewing basic concepts, writing with a purpose, planning narrative
A rich collection of more than 50 mini-lessons linked to the standards, written by recognized experts in the field. Topics include finding and developing topics, writing with a purpose, planning narr
Simple, short, and oh, so funny—these charming little stories feature a consistent format, high-frequency words, and supportive illustrations that help children decode and comprehend the text.
Dozens of elaboration activities help students in grades 5–8 become better, more self-directed writers. Each activity comes with a half-page of teacher notes offering a clear writing goal, teac
Help students build fluency with the repeated reading practice they need. These high-interest mini-books?in a variety of genres?are leveled to best suit the needs of third. graders. Includes research-
Children will develop word recognition skills, build automaticity, and improve reading fluency with these ready-to-go pages. Each page gives kids repeated opportunities to spell, write, and read a si
Looking for ways to build students' writing proficiency, literature appreciation, and test-taking skills? Try R.A.F.T.S.-prompts that provide the basic ingredients to start writing: a role, audience,
This must-have resource combines the latest in education theory and best-practice instruction in an easy-to-navigate format that teachers will want to keep close at hand. Filled with helpful strategi
When reading and writing become a regular part of a student's day, learning grows. But when discussion is added to the mix, it blooms. In this book, Dixie Lee Spiegel presents discussion as a tool th
Set children on the path to learning success with this innovative series! Each colorful 256-page activity book targets essential skills—alphabet, numbers, colors, shapes, and patterns (Ready to Learn)
