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Bob Books Set 4 Complex Words. Bob Books were developed to foster the earliest steps in reading and give children books that encourage the joy of learning through simplicity, consistency, and warmth. These carefully graduated books introduce reading sounds logically and progressively. This set includes longer books and complex words that engage young readers. New blends, more sight words, and longer compound words advance readers' skills, while sound repetition keeps reading easy. Meaningful stories and playful pictures help kids stay absorbed. This set includes 4 books of 16 pages each and 4 books with 24 pages. Learn More

Exquisitely written, this Newbery Medal-winner is a poetic, compelling, and often melancholy novel of a young girl growing up in the Oklahoma Dust Bowl during the Depression. A terrible accident has transformed Billie Jo's life, scarring her inside and out. Her mother is gone. Her father can't talk about it. And the one thing that might make her feel better -- playing the piano -- is impossible with her wounded hands. To make matters worse, dust storms are devastating the family farm and all the farms nearby. While others flee from the dust bowl, Billie Jo is left to find peace in the bleak landscape of Oklahoma -- and in the surprising landscape of her own heart.

Ages 10 and up.

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Is war a thing to be forgotten? That's what Annie's mother would like to do. She wants to forget the pain and heartache- and to keep it away from Annie, too. But Annie cannot forget the death of her favorite uncle, who was killed in France. She cannot forget Andrew, the angry young veteran she meets at the hospital where her father works. Can Annie find the courage to help Andrew? And will she ever be able to make sense of a war that took so much from so many? Written by Margaret I. Rostkowski. Softcover. 217 pages. Learn More

Moon Shadow is eight when he sails from China to join his father, Windrider, in America. Windrider lives in San Francisco's Chinatown and works in a laundry. Moon Shadow has never seen him. Moon Shadow soon loves and respects this father, a man of genius, a man with a fabulous dream. With Moon Shadow's help, Windrider is willing to endure the mockery of the other Chinese, the poverty, and the longing for his own country to make his dream come true. Learn More

Peterson Field Guide to Butterflies. A guide to the butterflies beginners are most likely to see throughout North America, featuring: an introduction to butterfly watching with tips for beginning field guide users; lifelike illustrations for up close detail; the Peterson Identification System which include pointers that show exactly what to look for to tell one species from another; vibrant color photographs of butterflies in their natural habitats; easy to read text with a clear description of each caterpillar, where and when to find it, and what it feeds on and a bold, straightforward design that helps beginners succeed. Softcover 48 pages. Learn More

Peterson Field Guide to Caterpillars. A guide to the caterpillars beginners are most likely to see throughout North America, featuring: an introduction to discovering caterpillars, with tips for beginning field guide users; lifelike illustrations for up close detail; the Peterson Identification System which include pointers that show exactly what to look for to tell one species from another; vibrant color photographs of caterpillars in their natural habitats and illustrations of adult butterflies and moths; easy to read text with a clear description of each caterpillar, where and when to find it, and what it feeds on and a bold, straightforward design that helps beginners succeed. Softcover 48 pages. Learn More

Peterson Field Guide to Backyard Birds. A guide to the backyard birds beginners are most likely to see throughout North America, featuring: the Peterson Identification System which uses lifelike illustrations and provides the best method for birdwatching; vibrant color photographs of birds in their natural habitats; easy to use design that helps beginners succeed. Softcover. 48 pages. Learn More

Peterson Field Guide to Birds of Prey. A guide to the birds of prey you are most likely to see throughout North America, featuring: the Peterson Identification System which uses lifelike illustrations and provides the best method for bird identification; vibrant color photographs of birds in their natural habitats; easy to use design that helps beginners succeed. Softcover. 48 pages. Learn More

Help your class or individual student visualize fraction concepts using this Deluxe Rainbow Fraction® Squares Set. Set features 51 pieces creating one whole, halves, thirds, fourths, fifths, sixths, eighths, tenths and twelfths, plus dual-use work tray/storage box and Teaching Notes. Color-coded to correspond to all Rainbow Fraction® products. From Learning Resources. Ages 6-11. Learn More

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The unshakable love of Juliet Capulet and Romeo Montagues defies the feud that divides their families. Romeo and Juliet fall in love at a masquerade party. However, Juliet has been engaged to Paris, a nobleman. With the help of Franciscan Friar Lawrence, Juliet and Romeo are secretly married. A fight and duel break out among cousins of the feuding families involving Romeo. Romeo escapes. Juliet fakes her death using poison with the help of Friar Lawrence. But, Romeo believes it and swallows poison himself at her gravesite. Juliet awakens and kills herself when she sees Romeo has dead. The families’ agree to recon ciliate after the loss of their children.

This softcover Oxford book contains some illustrations and photos to enhance the reading of this play. Background and other helpful information is given.

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Bob Books Set 2 Advancing Beginners Readers. Bob Books were developed to foster the earliest steps in reading and give children books that encourage the joy of learning through simplicity, consistency, and warmth. These carefully graduated books introduce reading sounds logically and progressively. This set includes 12 books with 16 pages each. Three letter words and sight words are included. The stories are a bit longer than Set 1. Learn More

Oxford School Shakespeare. Designed specifically for students unfamiliar with Shakespeare's rich literary legacy, these authoritative, full-text editions present Shakespeare's sometimes-intimidating language in a way that is easy to read and engaging. Feature detailed introductions with notes on the characters and an overview of the action, complete unabridged text with corresponding notes alongside for easy reference, as well as plot summaries at the beginning of each scene which helps students keep up with the plot. Difficult words are explained and obscure expressions are paraphrased as they occur. Also includes attractive line drawings to illustrate the notes and text. Paperback. 6 3/4 x 8 1/2. Learn More

Reading Comprehension Book 1 includes 31 selections in the following 7 subject areas. A sample passage title is given for each subject area: Social Studies—Sacajawea Science—How Rocks are Made Philosophy, Logic, and Language—Pandora Combined Subjects—How Insects Communicate Math—The History of Numerals Literature—A Different Kind of Home The Arts—The Art of Creating Cartoons In each lesson, the presentation of the passage consistently follows the same 7-step format: • About the Passage—introduces the selection to the reader and activates prior knowledge • Reason for Reading—explains the reading skill emphasized • The Selection—thematically organized selections across subject matter. • Thinking it Over—lists two to three broad questions to be answered in writing • Studying the Passage—asks questions about the main idea, facts, and sequence, and asks students to draw conclusions, make assumptions, and interpret. • Using the Words—encourages students to use new vocabulary words in a paragraph • Writing about It—has students answer questions about the contents of the selection and offer their interpretation or opinion. Includes teacher's edition/answer key. Learn More

Reading Comprehension Book 2 includes 31 selections in the following 7 subject areas. A sample passage title is given for each subject area: Social Studies—A Wall of Names Science—How to Make a Thermometer Philosophy, Logic, and Language—Climatic Clues Combined Subjects—How Weather Affects Travel Math—Reading a Thermometer Literature—Demeter and Persephone The Arts—Daedalus: A Cunning Artist In each lesson, the presentation of the passage consistently follows the same 7-step format: • About the Passage—introduces the selection to the reader and activates prior knowledge • Reason for Reading—explains the reading skill emphasized • The Selection—thematically organized selections across subject matter. • Thinking it Over—lists two to three broad questions to be answered in writing • Studying the Passage—asks questions about the main idea, facts, and sequence, and asks students to draw conclusions, make assumptions, and interpret. • Using the Words—encourages students to use new vocabulary words in a paragraph • Writing about It—has students answer questions about the contents of the selection and offer their interpretation or opinion Skills Addressed • Story recall • Sequencing • Identifying facts • Drawing conclusions • Vocabulary development • Main idea • Extending thoughts in writing • Inference. Includes teacher's edition/answer key. Learn More

Reading Comprehension Book 3 includes 31 selections in the following 7 subject areas. A sample passage title is given for each subject area: Social Studies—First Ladies Science—Eclipses Philosophy, Logic, and Language—The Giving Trees Combined Subjects—Amelia Earhart Math—Tree Rings Tell a Story Literature—A House Made From Trees The Arts—A Great Musician In each lesson, the presentation of the passage consistently follows the same 7-step format: • About the Passage—introduces the selection to the reader and activates prior knowledge • Reason for Reading—explains the reading skill emphasized • The Selection—thematically organized selections across subject matter. • Thinking it Over—lists two to three broad questions to be answered in writing • Studying the Passage—asks questions about the main idea, facts, and sequence, and asks students to draw conclusions, make assumptions, and interpret. • Using the Words—encourages students to use new vocabulary words in a paragraph • Writing about It—has students answer questions about the contents of the selection and offer their interpretation or opinion Skills Addressed • Story recall • Sequencing • Identifying facts • Drawing conclusions • Vocabulary development • Main idea • Extending thoughts in writing • Inference. Includes Teacher's Edition/Answer Key. Learn More

Reading Comprehension Book 4 includes 31 selections in the following 7 subject areas. A sample passage title is given for each subject area: Social Studies—Harriet Tubman Science—The Water Cycle Philosophy, Logic, and Language—Writing on Stone Combined Subjects—Breaking the Sound Barrier Math—Why We Have a Seven-Day Week Literature—The Palm Tree of the Iroquois The Arts—Michelangelo In each lesson, the presentation of the passage consistently follows the same 7-step format: • About the Passage—introduces the selection to the reader and activates prior knowledge • Reason for Reading—explains the reading skill emphasized • The Selection—thematically organized selections across subject matter. • Thinking it Over—lists two to three broad questions to be answered in writing • Studying the Passage—asks questions about the main idea, facts, and sequence, and asks students to draw conclusions, make assumptions, and interpret. • Using the Words—encourages students to use new vocabulary words in a paragraph • Writing about It—has students answer questions about the contents of the selection and offer their interpretation or opinion Skills Addressed • Story recall • Sequencing • Identifying facts • Drawing conclusions • Vocabulary development • Main idea • Extending thoughts in writing • Inference. Includes Teacher's Edition/Answer Key. Learn More

Reading Comprehension Book 5 includes 31 selections in the following 7 subject areas. A sample passage title is given for each subject area: Social Studies—An Inuit Tradition Science—Marie Curie Philosophy, Logic, and Language—Probability and Chance Combined Subjects—What It Takes to Fly Math—Math in Music Literature—Haiku The Arts—Music in Our Lives In each lesson, the presentation of the passage consistently follows the same 7-step format: • About the Passage—introduces the selection to the reader and activates prior knowledge • Reason for Reading—explains the reading skill emphasized • The Selection—thematically organized selections across subject matter. • Thinking it Over—lists two to three broad questions to be answered in writing • Studying the Passage—asks questions about the main idea, facts, and sequence, and asks students to draw conclusions, make assumptions, and interpret. • Using the Words—encourages students to use new vocabulary words in a paragraph • Writing about It—has students answer questions about the contents of the selection and offer their interpretation or opinion Skills Addressed • Story recall • Sequencing • Identifying facts • Drawing conclusions • Vocabulary development • Main idea • Extending thoughts in writing • Inference. Includes Teacher's Edition/Answer Key. Learn More

Reading Comprehension Book 6 includes 31 selections in the following 7 subject areas. A sample passage title is given for each subject area: Social Studies—Our Basic American Right Science—The Biggest River Philosophy, Logic, and Language—The Power of Words Combined Subjects—Communication Through the Arts Math—Mathematics in Art Literature—Desert Treasure The Arts—The Art of Ancient Egypt In each lesson, the presentation of the passage consistently follows the same 7-step format: • About the Passage—introduces the selection to the reader and activates prior knowledge • Reason for Reading—explains the reading skill emphasized • The Selection—thematically organized selections across subject matter. • Thinking it Over—lists two to three broad questions to be answered in writing • Studying the Passage—asks questions about the main idea, facts, and sequence, and asks students to draw conclusions, make assumptions, and interpret. • Using the Words—encourages students to use new vocabulary words in a paragraph • Writing about It—has students answer questions about the contents of the selection and offer their interpretation or opinion Skills Addressed • Story recall • Sequencing • Identifying facts • Drawing conclusions • Vocabulary development • Main idea • Extending thoughts in writing • Inference. Includes Teacher's Edition/Answer Key. Learn More

Let the Three Bear Family® weigh in with this simple see-saw balance! A visually engaging and tactile way to introduce mass and measurement, this set includes 10 bear counters and a multilingual Activity Guide. Balance arm snaps into place, and sliding compensator clips calibrate for easy use. Measures 15.75" x 4". Ages 3-8. From Learning Resources. Learn More

This adorable set of plastic bears comes in three sizes, three weights and six colors. Not only will your little ones enjoy playing with these bears, but learn size recognition, counting and sorting. Bears are also proportionally weighted and can be used on a balance for measurement discoveries. This 96-piece Rainbow Set contains 24 Papa, 24 Mama and 48 Baby Bear counters in six colors. Packaged in a reusable storage container. Ages 3+ Learn More

High-quality plastic cubes measure ¾” each and come in 10 bright colors. These stackable cubes are easy for little hands to connect and twist apart. Great for counting to 100 by ones and tens, grouping, and one-to-one correspondence. MathLink® Cubes feature geometric shape cutouts.  Cubes link together on all sides of each cube with geometric shape cutouts for more complex patterning activities. Includes Activity Guide Grades K+

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This book provides parents and other adults with a discussion on training children in Christian values. Its primary purpose is to sharpen the skills and understanding of those individuals who have a burden to guide youngsters in the path of righteousness. The five chapters of this text are entitled: “How to Influence Children in Godliness,” “The Deceitfulness of the Heart,” “How to Instruct Children for Eternity,” “Teaching Children to Be Happy,” and “Teaching Children the Royal Law.” By Christian Liberty Press. Softcover, 138 pages. Learn More

History Stories for Children, 3rd Edition from Christian Liberty Press introduces students to major historical events and important historical people from American and World history through engaging stories children will love to read! Students will improve reading skills while learning about Alexander the Great, King David, Ponce de Leon, The Pilgrims, and many others. This new third edition has been reformatted, updated, and expanded. It has been enhanced with poetry, extension activities, and full-color images. 264 pages, softcover. 3rd Edition. Learn More