Grades K & up. The Toobaloo is an educational tool designed to provide auditory feedback for reading and speech development. Hold and speak into the Toobaloo like a telephone and hear the sound of one's own voice amplified through the earpiece. All children will benefit from beginner readers to children with speech disorders. Colors may vary.
Grades K & up.Two-column format with new words, photographs, and drawings. Includes colored note boxes to help beginning readers enhance vocabulary, synonyms and antonyms, and identify sounds. Paperback. 304 pages.
8 - 11 years. This award-winning book contains over 13,000 main entries and more than 1,000 full-color photographs and drawings. 26-page appendix including separate thesaurus, phonics and spelling, measurement, and geography sections.
4 - 8 years. Over 75 subject-based spreads, fact boxes, and amazing photographic images help stimulate children's interest and imagination on a wide variety of subjects. Riddles, activities, and quiz questions are included.
Capturing the essence of the book "Inspiring Spaces for Young Children," this set of ten 4" x 5" blank note cards includes two cards each of five images (plus envelopes) packaged in a contemporary, envelope-style box. The charming photographs feature authentic, creative learning spaces that reflect intriguing and beautiful environments where young children can learn and grow.
The literature-based activities in this book help children who have been through a trauma. With activities and exercises that can be used in conjunction with 50 children's books, teachers can use the discussion starters, writing activities, and art activities to promote children's ability to cope and heal. Addresses numerous crises that can affect a child, including earthquakes, epidemics and mass casualty incidents, floods, hurricanes, tornadoes and major storms, shelter experiences, volcanic… More »
5 - 7 years. With over 3,000 definitions, this children's dictionary is an ideal reference book for children who are eager to expand their vocabulary. A go-to reference book featuring nouns, adjectives, and verbs, helping children learn how to describe the world around them. Designed with highly visual pages showcasing stunning photography and easy-to-understand text, this dictionary is not intimidating and teaches young readers essential research skills while teaching them useful word definitions.… More »
With forms, worksheets, staff-training workshops, and task lists, as well as helpful guidelines and insights, this groundbreaking guide is filled with practical advice for every program director. Learn how to create a Disaster Readiness Master Plan and implement it; train teachers and administrators how to react in a catastrophic event; educate parents about your disaster plan to reduce panic; create planned evacuation routes and notify local emergency management agencies of your plans; and complete… More »
Introduce children to basic literacy concepts and build the foundations for a lifetime love of reading with more than 150 activities. Features theme connections, vocabulary, materials and preparation, and extension ideas. Each chapter focuses on one component of literacy so teachers can use a targeted approach to help children learn essential literacy skills. The activities are easy and fun, and they are appropriate for small groups or for children who need one-on-one attention. Paperback. 232 pages.
A unique teaching resource perfect for large groups of children. Playful learning approach and unique educational content teaches children key literacy skills. The 100 plans follow a literacy scope and sequence so teachers can help children develop and practice the literacy skills they need to be successful readers. Each chapter focuses on a familiar early childhood topic, such as friends, feelings, colors, and houses and homes. Paperback. 224 pages.
With on-the-go games that are perfect for busy lifestyles, this book is filled with fun and easy literacy games for children to play any time, anywhere. These games introduce the world of letters and reading, while building skills all children need for a lifetime of learning. Paperback.
With 100 classroom-tested activities this book makes it easy for teachers to incorporate discussions about caring for the Earth into any curriculum. Each activity features learning objectives, vocabulary, related children's books, materials, preparation (if necessary), directions, and an assessment component. Paperback.
100 easy-to-do activities give children a peek into the lives of their creepy-crawler friends. Each activity features learning objectives, vocabulary, related children's books, materials, preparation (if necessary), directions, and an assessment component.
With the 100 activities included in this resource, teachers can easily incorporate learning about animals into any curriculum. Each activity features learning objectives, vocabulary, related children's books, materials, preparation (if necessary), directions, and an assessment component.
Grades K & up. Transform reading practice into a multi-sensory learning experience. All children will benefit from beginner readers, to children with speech disorders. Increase the opportunity of maximum reading comprehension by involving three senses: sight, sound, and touch. Hold like a telephone and hear the sound amplified through the earpiece. Perfect for every child in your classroom! Colors may vary.
12 months & up. A woodland adventure is just a book and snuggle away! These marshmallow-like stuffed animals makes a great hugging pillow when reading a good book or taking time to daydream. Each pillow measures 26"L x 9 1/4" x 10 1/2"W. Machine washable.
12 months & up. A woodland adventure is just a book and snuggle away! These marshmallow-like stuffed animals makes a great hugging pillow when reading a good book or taking time to daydream. Each pillow measures 26"L x 9 1/4" x 10 1/2"W. Machine washable.
3 years & up. Encourage role play with this set as children learn positive awareness and inclusive attitude towards individuals with physical challenges. Solid vinyl figures are approximately 5 inches tall. Set of 6.
2 years & up. For the youngest member of an exuberant extended family, Sunday dinner at Grannie's can be full indeed - full of hugs and kisses, full of tasty dishes, full to the brim with happy faces, and full, full, full of love. With a special focus on the bond between little Jay Jay and his Grannie, the author introduces us to a gregarious family we are sure to want more, more, more of. 32 pages. Paperback.
3 - 6 years. This striking album captures the intergenerational relationships between children and grandparents around the world. The brief text and striking photographs bring their joy and affection into focus. 32 pages. Paperback.
3 years & up. Encourage role play and add realism to doll house activities. This multi-generational African-American family of 8 is made of solid vinyl, with realistic detailing. Each figure is free standing, with the tallest measuring 5"H.
3 years & up. Encourage role play and add realism to doll house activities. This multi-generational family of 8 is made of solid vinyl, with realistic detailing. Each figure is free standing, with the tallest measuring 5"H. Also excellent for use in block play area.
3 years & up. Children are naturally curious about things that are alike and different in their world. Help your child develop an understanding of what "opposite" means while applying the concept to everyday activities. Includes hands-on manipulatives, books, and a selection of related activities to optimize the learning experience. This kit supports parent involvement and early learning through a variety of interactive and engaging activities. An ideal way for teachers and families… More »
