Literature

Based on classic nursery rhymes, these engaging stories are ideal for beginning readers! Expertly leveled books integrate literacy instruction with engaging traditional tales and gorgeous illustrations for grades PreK-1. BONUS comprehension skills and sight word activities included in every book. Levels A-I. Full color, 16 pages.

• Mary Had a Little Lamb / María tiene uncorderito
• Jack and Jill / Juan y Juanita
• Hey Diddle Diddle / Un día tonto
• Hickory Dickory Dock /°Vamos, ratoncito!
• Little Boy Blue / El niñito azul
• Baa Baa Black Sheep / La ovejita negra
• Humpty Dumpty/ Humpty Dumpty
• Little Miss Muffet / La Señorita Bonete
• Old Mother Hubbard / La Mamá Medina
• Old King Cole / El Pastel del rey
• Star Light, Star Bright / Estrellita,estrellita brillante
• Sing a Song of Sixpence / El Viejo rey Juan
• Twinkle, Twinkle, Little Star / Estellita, ¿dóndeestás?
• Mary, Mary, Quite Contrary / María, María laarpía
• Little Bo Peep / La pequeña Bo-Pip
• London Bridge/ El Puente deLondres
• Jack Be Nimble / Juan Salta laCandela
• Little Jack Horner / Jaimito Bocina
• This Little Piggy / Este pequeño cerdito
• Three Blind Mice / Tres tarones ciegos
• Lazy Mary / María la perezosa
• The Old Woman Who Lived in a Shoe / La anciana quevivía en un zapato
• Simple Simon / Simón el Bobito
• Peter Pumpkin Eater / Pedro comedor deCalabaza

These classic storybooks represent some of the finest children's literature available. Each set includes the book plus carefully selected sets of charming objects to help young students retell and re-enact these wonderful stories in their own words.

Based on a Rocky Mountain legend, Stone Fox tells the story of Little Willy, who lives with his grandfather in Wyoming. When Grandfather falls ill, he is no longer able to work the farm, which is in danger of foreclosure. Little Willy is determined to win the National Dogsled Race—the prize money would save the farm and his grandfather. But he isn't the only one who desperately wants to win. Willy and his brave dog Searchlight must face off against experienced racers, including a Native American man named Stone Fox, who has never lost a race.

Experience the hardships of starting over during the Great Depression. The activities act as a great jumping-off point for teaching in a student-guided manner. Students put themselves in Esperanza's shoes and describe her changing viewpoints as she becomes exposed to the lives of those poorer than she once was. Determine whether a strike will cause conflict later in the story based on what is already known. Put events in order as they happen immediately following the death of Esperanza's father. Make predictions on the outcome of Esperanza's attempts to get a job. Compare the mythological story of the phoenix to that of Esperanza. Compare the different settings of the book, from Esperanza's home in Mexico to the work camps in California. Aligned to your State Standards, additional crossword, word search, comprehension quiz and answer key are also included.

About the Novel:
Esperanza Rising tells the story of a young girl who's world gets turned upside-down, and must flee to America to start a new life. Esperanza Ortega grew up in luxury on her father's ranch in Mexico. She had servants, nice clothes and lavish parties. Her sheltered life comes crashing down when her father is killed by renegades while tending to a broken fence on his property. Their home is left to Esperanza and her mother, but the land is left to her father's stepbrothers. After their home is burned down, Esperanza, her mother and a few loyal servants flee to America to start better lives. Unfortunately for them, it's the Great Depression and their new lives won't be so great. Esperanza is immediately flung into poverty and struggles to adjust. When they make it to the States, Esperanza falls into a deep depression. When her mother becomes sick, Esperanza must grow up and learn to appreciate what she has. This riches-to-rags story shows that it's not what you possess that bring you happiness, but the people you share it with.

It all began with a birthday present Omri didn't want. It would become Omri's secret: precious, dangerous, wonderful--even magical.

Sight, smell, taste, hearing, and touch—our five senses teach us about our world. Beloved author-illustrator Aliki's simple, engaging text and colorful artwork show young readers how they use their senses to smell a rose or play with a puppy. Now rebranded with a new cover look, this bestselling picture book invites young readers to use each of their five senses to explore the world around them. Both text and artwork were expert-reviewed for accuracy. As Children's Books and Their Creators put it: Aliki "treats complex topics clearly and succinctly while providing lively pictures, with informative details and humorous elements often appearing in 'balloons.'" Aliki's books continue to speak to today's young readers.

Adorable animals help young children master key early language skills. Perfect for prek-k teachers, day care and nursery school providers and parents preparing for school readiness. This set of alphabet books help young children learn phonemic awareness, letter recognition and formation, sound and symbol relationships, and oral language vocabulary.

Experience the hardships of starting over during the Great Depression. The activities act as a great jumping-off point for teaching in a student-guided manner. Students put themselves in Esperanza's shoes and describe her changing viewpoints as she becomes exposed to the lives of those poorer than she once was. Determine whether a strike will cause conflict later in the story based on what is already known. Put events in order as they happen immediately following the death of Esperanza's father. Make predictions on the outcome of Esperanza's attempts to get a job. Compare the mythological story of the phoenix to that of Esperanza. Compare the different settings of the book, from Esperanza's home in Mexico to the work camps in California. Aligned to your State Standards, additional crossword, word search, comprehension quiz and answer key are also included.

About the Novel:
Esperanza Rising tells the story of a young girl who's world gets turned upside-down, and must flee to America to start a new life. Esperanza Ortega grew up in luxury on her father's ranch in Mexico. She had servants, nice clothes and lavish parties. Her sheltered life comes crashing down when her father is killed by renegades while tending to a broken fence on his property. Their home is left to Esperanza and her mother, but the land is left to her father's stepbrothers. After their home is burned down, Esperanza, her mother and a few loyal servants flee to America to start better lives. Unfortunately for them, it's the Great Depression and their new lives won't be so great. Esperanza is immediately flung into poverty and struggles to adjust. When they make it to the States, Esperanza falls into a deep depression. When her mother becomes sick, Esperanza must grow up and learn to appreciate what she has. This riches-to-rags story shows that it's not what you possess that bring you happiness, but the people you share it with.

These classic storybooks represent some of the finest children's literature available. Each set includes the book plus carefully selected sets of charming objects to help young students retell and re-enact these wonderful stories in their own words.

Jump start your early reading program with this BIG collection of kid-pleasing little books correlated with Guided Reading Levels A-D. Each box includes 100 full-color 8-page books (5 copies of 20 storybooks) and a 32-page teaching guide packed with lessons, tips, and reproducibles.

A flock of hapless sheep drive through the country in this rhyming picture book. This package includes a paperback edition of the book and an audio CD in a newly designed reusable package. Full color.