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How to Draw With Your Funny Bone

Elwood Smith (author, illustrator)

Publisher: The Creative Company ISBN: 9781566605076

If you struggle to turn sticks into figures, then perhaps it is time to seek out a Trained Professional Artist! Illustrator Elwood H. Smith consults his expert funny bone as he leads budding artists through a tutorial on how to draw tricycle- riding pigs, silly-grinning cars, and jousting ketchup bottles. Emphasizing that subjects can be based on everyday materials and that artists have unique styles, this is a workbook that will encourage readers to experiment with their own types of visual expression.

Drums

Kate Riggs (author)

Publisher: The Creative Company ISBN: 9781566603911

A primary prelude to drums, including what the percussion instruments look and sound like, basic instructions on how to play them, and the kinds of music that feature them. Making Music offers young readers a chance to experience a variety of musical instruments—before they even play a note! Labeled images assist in identification of common components as this series describes the featured instrument’s sounds and workings, including basic instruction on how to play it. A brief history of the instrument across world cultures puts it in context with others of its kind, and each title concludes with a spotlight on a famous musician who plays the instrument today.

Piano

Kate Riggs (author)

Publisher: The Creative Company ISBN: 9781566603942

A primary prelude to the piano, including what the keyboard instrument looks and sounds like, basic instructions on how to play it, and the kinds of music that feature it. Making Music offers young readers a chance to experience a variety of musical instruments—before they even play a note! Labeled images assist in identification of common components as this series describes the featured instrument’s sounds and workings, including basic instruction on how to play it. A brief history of the instrument across world cultures puts it in context with others of its kind, and each title concludes with a spotlight on a famous musician who plays the instrument today.

Flute

Kate Riggs (author)

Publisher: The Creative Company ISBN: 9781566603928

A primary prelude to the flute, including what the woodwind instrument looks and sounds like, basic instructions on how to play it, and the kinds of music that feature it. Making Music offers young readers a chance to experience a variety of musical instruments—before they even play a note! Labeled images assist in identification of common components as this series describes the featured instrument’s sounds and workings, including basic instruction on how to play it. A brief history of the instrument across world cultures puts it in context with others of its kind, and each title concludes with a spotlight on a famous musician who plays the instrument today.

Guitar

Kate Riggs (author)

Publisher: The Creative Company ISBN: 9781566603935

A primary prelude to the guitar, including what the string instrument looks and sounds like, basic instructions on how to play it, and the kinds of music that feature it. Making Music offers young readers a chance to experience a variety of musical instruments—before they even play a note! Labeled images assist in identification of common components as this series describes the featured instrument’s sounds and workings, including basic instruction on how to play it. A brief history of the instrument across world cultures puts it in context with others of its kind, and each title concludes with a spotlight on a famous musician who plays the instrument today.

Trumpet

Kate Riggs (author)

Publisher: The Creative Company ISBN: 9781566603959

A primary prelude to the trumpet, including what the brass instrument looks and sounds like, basic instructions on how to play it, and the kinds of music that feature it. Making Music offers young readers a chance to experience a variety of musical instruments—before they even play a note! Labeled images assist in identification of common components as this series describes the featured instrument’s sounds and workings, including basic instruction on how to play it. A brief history of the instrument across world cultures puts it in context with others of its kind, and each title concludes with a spotlight on a famous musician who plays the instrument today.

Violin

Kate Riggs (author)

Publisher: The Creative Company ISBN: 9781566603966

A primary prelude to the violin, including what the string instrument looks and sounds like, basic instructions on how to play it, and the kinds of music that feature it. Making Music offers young readers a chance to experience a variety of musical instruments—before they even play a note! Labeled images assist in identification of common components as this series describes the featured instrument’s sounds and workings, including basic instruction on how to play it. A brief history of the instrument across world cultures puts it in context with others of its kind, and each title concludes with a spotlight on a famous musician who plays the instrument today.

Three Blind Mice

Jeffrey B. Fuerst (author), Sholto Walker (illustrator)

Publisher: Newmark Learning ISBN: 9781607197072

Three blind mice smell bread baking. Will the three blind mice get some bread to eat? A playful and vibrantly illustrated adaptation of the treasured nursery rhyme.

Mountain of Presidents

Dona Herweck Rice (author)

Publisher: Teacher Created Materials ISBN: 9781480754720

A representation of American history and expansion, Mount Rushmore honors four great American presidents. Early learners may not yet know the symbolism behind Mount Rushmore, but the engaging photographs will help them create a vivid storyline of this symbolic landmark from conception to completion. Aligned to the National Council for the Social Studies and other state standards, this wordless e-book will help students understand the meaning behind one of the many important symbolic national landmarks in America.

Make a Gingerbread Man

Conni Medina (author)

Publisher: Teacher Created Materials ISBN: 9781433399718

Early readers can learn how to make their very own gingerbread man in this step-by-step instructional nonfiction book. Bright, vivid photos and a glossary of tools required give children an opportunity to immerse themselves in craft-making.

Make a Chinese New Year Dragon

Conni Medina (author)

Publisher: Teacher Created Materials ISBN: 9781433399701

Early readers can learn how to make their very own Chinese New Year dragon in this step-by-step instructional nonfiction book. Bright, vivid photos and a glossary of required tools help introduce children to a new culture through craft-making.

Niños artesanos

Char Benjamin (author)

Publisher: Teacher Created Materials ISBN: 9781433393556

The students in this book are getting ready for a craft sale. Each class will make a different item to sell. All the items will have a pattern. Beads, ribbons, and buttons are just a few of the materials they will use to make the crafts. Which pattern is your favorite?

Música de todo el mundo

Char Benjamin (author)

Publisher: Teacher Created Materials ISBN: 9781433393549

Do you enjoy listening to music? Do you know that there is a pattern to music and the instruments we use to make music? Tapping and clapping are movements that can form a pattern. For example, tap, tap, clap, tap, tap, clap. Can you find a pattern with your favorite instrument?

Crafty Kids

Char Benjamin (author)

Publisher: Teacher Created Materials ISBN: 9781433393396

Help crafty kids find patterns with beads, ribbons, buttons, and more! This title tells the story of students preparing for a craft sale. In each of the crafts they make, young readers can find a pattern. Vibrant images, simple practice problems, and helpful mathematical diagrams help children discover patterns and learn about early STEM concepts. Encourage children to find patterns in all sorts of fun crafts and activities!

Music Around the World

Char Benjamin (author)

Publisher: Teacher Created Materials ISBN: 9781433393389

Practice finding patterns while learning about music around the world! Many different musical instruments use patterns to make different sounds into rhythms, such as tambourines, drums, and flutes. This charming text uses vibrant images, engaging practice questions, and helpful mathematical diagrams to help young readers understand patterns and early STEM themes. Children will have fun discovering patterns that these instruments make and learning how to make patterns of their own with homemade instruments!

Mary Pope Osborne

Chris Bowman (author)

Publisher: Bellwether Media Inc. ISBN: 9781681033792

Back in 1992, writer Mary Pope Osborne first invited readers to follow Jack and Annie into a tree house with magical books, and readers have been time traveling with these characters ever since! In this biography, elementary students will meet a talented literary travel agent.

Gordon Korman

Chris Bowman (author)

Publisher: Bellwether Media Inc. ISBN: 9781681033785

Did you know that Gordon Korman’s mom typed his first book for him? This is because Gordon became a published author before he even graduated high school! This author profile for children introduces the lifelong writer responsible for sending troublemakers Boots and Bruno to Macdonald Hall.

Ella Fitzgerald: Cantante estadounidense de jazz

Grace Hansen (author)

Publisher: ABDO ISBN: 9781624026812

Ella Fitzgerald went from a poor girl living on the streets to the one of the greatest Jazz singers of her time and ours. This title will take readers through the grand life of Ella and show them that nothing can hold you back if you have a dream and determination. Complete with a timeline and wonderful historical photographs. Translated by native Spanish speakers--and immersion school educators. Aligned to Common Core Standards and correlated to state standards.

Harry Houdini: Ilusionista y mago famoso

Grace Hansen (author)

Publisher: ABDO ISBN: 9781624026829

The name Harry Houdini is a household one and synonymous with magic and the art of disappearing. Yet, few know the real story of this entertainer and illusionist. This title will teach readers more about Erik Weisz and how he came to be known as the great Houdini. Complete with a timeline and wonderful historical photographs. Translated by native Spanish speakers--and immersion school educators. Aligned to Common Core Standards and correlated to state standards.

Danny pinta un dibujo

Mia Coulton (author)Mia Coulton (illustrator)

Publisher: MaryRuth Books ISBN: 9781625441409

Danny is feeling artistic and gathers his paint supplies in order to paint a picture. Danny paints a funny portrait of Dad. This is the Spanish version of Danny Paints a Picture.

Metal Man

Aaron Reynolds (author), Paul Hoppe (illustrator)

Publisher: Charlesbridge ISBN: 9781580891516

Devon visits the Metal Man at his fiery workshop every day, despite the scorching heat of the city where he lives. At the Metal Man's shop, sparks fly from his welding torch as he cuts and melts together old pieces of junk into works of art. Devon is fascinated by the Metal Man's creations. Then one day, the Metal Man lets Devon put his own imagination to work. Aaron Reynolds's urban voice and the gritty illustrations of Paul Hoppe bring an exciting beat and pulse to the story of a young boy discovering his own voice and vision in art with a kind mentor to lead the way.

Taylor Swift

Aaron Frisch (author)

Publisher: The Creative Company ISBN: 9781566602051

An elementary introduction to the life, work, and popularity of Taylor Swift, an American country and pop singer known for her versatile performances and such songs as "You Belong with Me."

La actuación

Jenny Fretland VanVoorst (author)

Publisher: Jump Library ISBN: 9781624963803

In Acting, emergent readers learn about the craft of acting by following the experience of two working actors. Vibrant, full-color photos and carefully leveled text engage young readers as they explore this performing art. A labeled diagram shows readers the parts of a stage, while a picture glossary reinforces new vocabulary. Children can learn more about acting using our safe search engine that provides relevant, age-appropriate websites. Acting also features reading tips for teachers and parents, a table of contents, and an index.

Michelangelo

Michael DeMocker (author)

Publisher: Purple Toad Publishing ISBN: 9781624691959

Journey back in time to sixteenth-century Italy with 10-year-old Fresca as she introduces you to her master, Michelangelo, the Renaissance genius whose sculptures and paintings changed the way the world sees artists. But there is one surprise in store for the reader, Fresca is not what you think she is!

Monet

Tamra Orr (author)

Publisher: Purple Toad Publishing ISBN: 9781624691973

Gabriel is already nervous-he has a new job at the train station. He has to keep the platforms free of dust and dirt. Just imagine how he feels when he finds out he has to sweep next to the famous artist Claude Monet! By watching and talking with the artist, Gabriel finds out more than just how to do his job. He discovers how to see his city and his world through the eyes of a master painter. His life will never be the same.