Language and Literacy Resources

Student's progress easily from one unit to the next, using a combination of pictures and text to discover how English works. It consists of a total of 20 units arranged in groups of five. The first four units have students practice as they learn and contain words and phrases to be learned in that unit, together with pronunciation guide. At the end of each unit a story which uses the language that has just been learned is presented. The fifth unit in each group is designed to reinforce the language… More »

Grades 1 - 5. This series increases student fluency through repeated reading of traditional poems, songs, reader's theater, and monologues. Based on Dr. Timothy Rasinski's fluency research, these books are ideal for English language learners. Two CDs are included: an Audio CD with recordings of the songs, and a Teacher Resource CD with the songs presented in PowerPoint for whole-class participation. The Teacher Resource CD also includes all selections in Microsoft Word.

Grades 1 - 6. The use of primary sources in today's classroom represents a key shift in literary instruction and brings history alive for students. This book series is full of opportunities for inquiry-based learning as students explore primary source documents that provide eyewitness evidence of authentic events. The pages are filled with photos of actual people and events, posters that once hung on storefronts, paintings that interpret history, and ads or articles taken from newspaper in circulation… More »

Grades 2 - 5. No more tedious worksheets! These double-sided, self-checking cards make skill practice easy and accessible. An excellent source for parent involvement. Questions cover spelling, grammar, punctuation, sentence structure and word usage. 240 practice questions per set.

Grades 1 - 3. Build a variety of sentences that answer four basic questions: Who? What? Where? And when? Color coded tiles make complete sentences easy to build. Great story starters to help children explain how or why, and what happens next. Set includes 60 tiles plus teaching notes.

Grade 3. Build reading and test taking skills with these drill-skill flash cards. Level 3 contains 95 words from the grade 3 Dolch Words list and Fry Instant Words list.

Grades 4 & up. Players expand their vocabulary by combining prefixes, root words, and suffixes to form words horizontally and vertically. Provides two levels of play. Includes list of meanings for roots and suffixes, as well as additional suggestions for using the tiles beyond the board. 186 prefix, root, and suffix tiles. For 2-4 players.

Grade 1. TeachSTIX sight word decals are made of a unique woven material that allows the words to be removed without residue and to be reused over and over. This Grade 1 set includes the following sight words: after, again, an, any, as, ask, by, could, every, fly, from, give, giving, had, has, her, him, his, how, just, know, let, live, may, of, old, once, open, over, put, round, some, stop, take, thank, them, then, think, walk, were, when. Activity Guide included.

Grade 2. Explore informational text with leveled nonfiction text and Common Core questions and activities! Each book includes 15 nonfiction passages, followed by two pages of Reading, Writing, Speaking and Listening, and Language activities. Each question or activity has the Common Core standard(s) it hits listed next to it, giving teachers and students detailed information about what standards they are practicing. 48 reproducible pages.

Grade 2. As students explore literacy and language, provide them with opportunities to build a strong English Language Arts foundation. These comprehensive kits will engage learners as they investigate everything from the alphabet to developing speaking and writing skills. Each interactive kit contains an array of products carefully chosen to help students meet CCSS objectives.

4 years & up. A great way to introduce dozens of alphabet activities and to practice word building. Letters are 3/4" to 2" high and easy to pick up, made of tough, durable plastic. Lowercase letters (10 of each vowel and 5 of each consonant), and two each of uppercase letters for 414 letters in all. Vowels are red and consonants are blue. Also includes Alphabet Letter Organizer and Moveable Alphabet Guidebook.

Grades K - 3. Help students dig deeper into these classic stories by completing rigorous yet fun activities and lessons provided in these instructional guides for literature. Readers will enjoy analyzing these titles while reveling in the life lessons they take away from them. Analyzing story elements in multiple ways, close reading and text-based vocabulary practice, and determining meaning through text-dependent questions are just a few of the many skills students will walk away with after interacting… More »

Grades K - 3. Help students dig deeper into these classic stories by completing rigorous yet fun activities and lessons provided in these instructional guides for literature. Readers will enjoy analyzing these titles while reveling in the life lessons they take away from them. Analyzing story elements in multiple ways, close reading and text-based vocabulary practice, and determining meaning through text-dependent questions are just a few of the many skills students will walk away with after interacting… More »

Grades 3 - 5. Help students dig deeper into these classic stories by completing rigorous yet fun activities and lessons provided in these instructional guides for literature. Readers will enjoy analyzing these titles while reveling in the life lessons they take away from them. Analyzing story elements in multiple ways, close reading and text-based vocabulary practice, and determining meaning through text-dependent questions are just a few of the many skills students will walk away with after interacting… More »

Grades 3 - 5. Help students dig deeper into these classic stories by completing rigorous yet fun activities and lessons provided in these instructional guides for literature. Readers will enjoy analyzing these titles while reveling in the life lessons they take away from them. Analyzing story elements in multiple ways, close reading and text-based vocabulary practice, and determining meaning through text-dependent questions are just a few of the many skills students will walk away with after interacting… More »

Grades K - 3. Help students dig deeper into these classic stories by completing rigorous yet fun activities and lessons provided in these instructional guides for literature. Readers will enjoy analyzing these titles while reveling in the life lessons they take away from them. Analyzing story elements in multiple ways, close reading and text-based vocabulary practice, and determining meaning through text-dependent questions are just a few of the many skills students will walk away with after interacting… More »

4 years & up. Non-adhesive, dry erase sheets erase cleanly for re-usability. 2-sided cover easily folds down to become easel base. Convenient carrying handle. 10 sheets measuring 16" x 15".

Grade 2. Write-on/wipe-off chart is an engaging, easy-to-use resource for hands-on introduction or review of standards-based topics. Perfect for use with the entire class, small groups, or by students working independently. Features 10 double-sided, laminated 18" x 12" charts mounted on a sturdy, free-standing easel. Side one features a graphic overview of a topic while side two provides write-on/wipe-off activities. Also includes an activity guide with master copies and review questions.

5 years & up. The WRiTE BRAiN Author's Kit compromises everything any young person would need to become an author of their own original children's book, which is published and shipped to their door! It's an exciting, imagination generating experience that makes kids of all ages (and even their parents) WANT to write! Kit includes: richly illustrated and wordless book, coupon for a professionally printed and published book, 9 1/2" x 9 1/2" softcover book with dust jacket, author's guide,… More »

3 years & up. My Little House multisensory felt book opens into a three-dimensional playhouse! All four panels have Velcro® at the top and along the sides, allowing children to put the house together all by themselves. My Little House takes kids on a creative adventure and promotes developmental language skills while having fun along the way. The 36 felt pieces included with the house are colorful and vibrant. The layout of the book is unique as well. Every element of the inside design of… More »

4 years & up. Unleash children's imagination with 21 unique LEGO® characters taken from real-life, make-believe and history. Watch as they immerse themselves in an exciting and inspiring world of role-play, collaborating with others as they play games and bring their stories to life. The provided playing cards provide gaming elements that promote social skills, critical thinking and language development. 213 pieces.

3 years & up. Children tell their tales in a world of barnyard fun. Move props and characters depending on what is rolled the three picture dice and the action die. Improves creative thinking, problem-solving, story-telling, verbalization and cooperation. Includes wooden base, double-sided backdrop, 11 prop pieces, 11 character pieces, 3 prop/character dice, and 1 action die.

3 years & up. This soft and colorful wild animal puppet will enhance storytelling and help build language skills. The velour glove puppet was designed so fingers of the hand provide movement for the body. Glove fits all hand sizes. Machine washable.

Grade 2 - Grade 4. The play with words and pictures in this book set provides great entertainment to all readers. Each story is an outrageously funny, action-packed, easy-to-read chapter book. With illustrations on every page, it's great for both beginning and chapter-book readers, and sure to turn even the most reluctant of readers into lifelong fans. Available in English and Spanish.