Everyone is having fun at the summer picnic… until something terrible happens to Chester Fox's lunch. A great low-level fiction story for building character.
When Leela's pet bunny chews on her candy mold, Leela needs to come up with a new, sweet project in honor of her teacher the night before her class's 100th-day celebration. Aligned to Common Core Standards and correlated to state standards.
A big snowstorm threatens to wreck Leela and Liam's International Night at school, but they learn how to make the event the best it can be with limited supplies and resources. Aligned to Common Core Standards and correlated to state standards.
Leela makes the perfect dessert for her school's Kindness Day event, but on the big day, she leaves her box of cookies at the bus shelter. Aligned to Common Core Standards and correlated to state standards.
Leela has one day to show her cousin Isabelle around the city, and she worries Isabelle's trip will be ruined if she doesn't get to see the Statue of Liberty. Aligned to Common Core Standards and correlated to state standards.
Leela and Liam want to visit their favorite spots at the Metropolitan Museum of Art on their class trip, but when their teacher and tour guide have different plans, they realize new discoveries can be just as sweet as old traditions. Aligned to Common Core Standards and correlated to state standards.
Leela and Liam prepare a bake sale to raise money, but when the big day arrives, Leela has to step out of her comfort zone to attract a crowd and keep the event from crumbling. Aligned to Common Core Standards and correlated to state standards.
Simple text and illustrations teach readers common words for feelings and emotions in both English and Spanish.
It’s easy to look after our mental health when we make it a habit! We can talk about our feelings with a trusted adult, spend time doing things we love, and take breaks when we need them. Approachable text paired with engaging photos makes developing mental health habits fun and approachable for young readers learning early life skills.
Sam the snake becomes sad when she fears her slither won't be fast enough to win an upcoming race. Follow along as Sam first experiences sadness and defeat, learns to think on the bright side with the help of a forest friend, and eventually gains confidence and happiness as she finds her own unique slither. With a focus on social and emotional learning (SEL), tightly controlled vocabulary, and bright, fun illustrations to match the storyline and enhance empathy, children will learn about sadness and its associated thoughts, bodily sensations, and reactions in a supportive educational fiction reading experience. Children can learn more about sadness and other emotions using Fact Surfer, our safe online search engine that provides relevant, age-appropriate websites. This book also features reading tips for teachers and parents, a picture glossary, index, table of contents, and comprehensive visual quiz.
Sally the skunk enjoys the meadow until a thunderstorm rolls in. Follow along as Sally senses and experiences fear, runs and hides, and learns to cope with her emotions with the help of her friends, eventually playing in the rain after the storm. With a focus on social and emotional learning (SEL), tightly controlled vocabulary, and bright, fun illustrations to match the storyline and enhance empathy, children will learn about fear and its associated thoughts, bodily sensations, and reactions in a supportive educational fiction reading experience. Children can learn more about fear and other emotions using Fact Surfer, our safe online search engine that provides relevant, age-appropriate websites. This book also features reading tips for teachers and parents, a picture glossary, index, table of contents, and comprehensive visual quiz.
Jimmy becomes jealous when he's the only blue jay in the forest who hasn't found a spot to store his acorns for winter. Follow along as Jimmy experiences jealousy, acts out, learns to cope with his emotions, and eventually finds his own hiding spot. With a focus on social and emotional learning (SEL), tightly controlled vocabulary, and bright, fun illustrations to match the storyline and enhance empathy, children will learn about jealousy and its associated thoughts, bodily sensations, and reactions in a supportive educational fiction reading experience. Children can learn more about jealousy and other emotions using Fact Surfer, our safe online search engine that provides relevant, age-appropriate websites. This book also features reading tips for teachers and parents, a picture glossary, index, table of contents, and comprehensive visual quiz.
Mason the moose gets mad when his brother steals his turn to play seeker in a forest game of hide-and-seek. Follow along as Mason experiences anger, acts out physically, learns to cope with his emotions, and eventually rejoins the game. With a focus on social and emotional learning (SEL), tightly controlled vocabulary, and bright, fun illustrations to match the storyline and enhance empathy, children will learn about anger and its associated thoughts, bodily sensations, and reactions in a supportive educational fiction reading experience. Children can learn more about anger and other emotions using Fact Surfer, our safe online search engine that provides relevant, age-appropriate websites. This book also features reading tips for teachers and parents, a picture glossary, index, table of contents, and comprehensive visual quiz.
Nando the newt becomes anxious after he loses his tail during dance practice and is nervous it won't grow back in time for the forest talent show. Follow along as Nando experiences anxiety, learns to cope with his emotions and calm down, and finds a new move to replace his tailstand at the talent show. With a focus on social and emotional learning (SEL), tightly controlled vocabulary, and bright, fun illustrations to match the storyline and enhance empathy, children will learn about anxiety and its associated thoughts, bodily sensations, and reactions in a supportive educational fiction reading experience. Children can learn more about nervousness and other emotions using Fact Surfer, our safe online search engine that provides relevant, age-appropriate websites. This book also features reading tips for teachers and parents, a picture glossary, index, table of contents, and comprehensive visual quiz.
Harper the hare is overcome with joy as she jumps in the fall leaves with her forest friends. Follow along as Harper experiences joy and shares this emotion with Scout the squirrel, who is at first afraid to jump in the leaves. With a focus on social and emotional learning (SEL), tightly controlled vocabulary, and bright, fun illustrations to match the storyline and enhance empathy, children will learn about happiness and its associated thoughts, bodily sensations, and reactions in a supportive educational fiction reading experience. Children can learn more about happiness and other emotions using Fact Surfer, our safe online search engine that provides relevant, age-appropriate websites. This book also features reading tips for teachers and parents, a picture glossary, index, table of contents, and comprehensive visual quiz.
What do you want to be when you grow up? Do you reach for the stars? Do you value teamwork and shoot for the moon? Are you out of this world? You want to be an astronaut! It's a tough job but learn from a real-life astronaut what it takes to achieve that goal--and what you can do right now to help prepare for blast off! Discover the values, qualities, and soft skills needed to be a space traveler--or succeed in any ambition.
Squirrel is busy running his tailoring shop, Fix and Stitch: Tailor for all Needs. He can thread a needle and mend a tear in the wink of an eye. But now that the leaves have fallen and the birds have flown south, it's time for Squirrel to close the shop. He must prepare his winter home before the snow comes. But just as Squirrel goes to collect materials for his winter home, neighbors arrive, needing his special talents and attention. And Squirrel just can't say no to someone asking for help, whether it's fixing a rip in a favorite coat to problem-solving a stinky situation. He is always there for his friends. But what happens if Squirrel doesn't take time to care of himself and what he needs to do? Who will be there to help him? This story offers a gentle reminder that while taking care of others is important, one still needs to make time for oneself.
Superheroes come in all shapes and sizes and sometimes they wear a very familiar face. In one household, Mom is late to work, Dad is sick with the flu, and the rest of the family is dealing with chaos. Who are you going to call? It's Supergran to the rescue! Supergran tackles all the challenges thrown her way, from finding missing pets to cooking a flu-busting stew to even chasing out a stinky skunk. There's nothing she can't handle as she supercharges her way to getting this household back on track. And at the end of the day, all is now right in this family's world. But her greatest superpower? Her love for her family. Now that's a superhero!
One child feels a hope and a wish growing in their heart--and wonders: How do you make your wishes come true? Wishes of the World learns the answer to that question from children from the United States to Japan, from Thailand to Guatemala, showing readers that hope and wishes are universal even as we make our wishes in unique ways.
One young warrior, Maria, prepares herself--again--to battle through a dangerous land in order to reach the bell on the mountain, ring it, and rid her kingdom of beasts. The brave girl faces Serpent Sea, Fear Forest, and Monster Mountain with courage--and help from a few friends. Will she reach the bell this time? At the end of the day's disappointing quest, Maria returns to her hospital bed feeling beat. But her team reminds her of exactly who she is, a warrior. An allegory telling the courageous story of the millions of children battling cancers and chronic diseases--battling their own monsters every day.
I Read! You Read! books are designed for shared reading between a beginning reader and an adult. Maevis loves school! Maevis wants you to love school, too! Join Maevis as she learns about school expectations and manners. With good manners, Maevis is kind, courteous, and polite. That's why manners matter to Maevis! Includes a support page of teaching tips for caregivers and teachers. Downloadable Teacher's Notes available.
I Read! You Read! books are designed for shared reading between a beginning reader and an adult. Would you do cartwheels in the cafeteria? Do tadpoles belong in the bathtub? It's not always easy to have self-control, but it's always worth it! Explore your sense of responsibility, learn what it means to stop and think, and discover how you can build confidence through self-control! Includes a support page of teaching tips for caregivers and teachers. Downloadable Teacher's Notes available.
Here comes some soccer fun! Learning new skills can be scary, and Li is scared of the ball. Will Li make playing well as goalie her gooooooal? Downloadable Teacher's Notes available.
Batter up for baseball! Taking turns isn't easy, and Tim only wants to play as pitcher. Will Tim give the outfield a try, or will he strike out? Downloadable Teacher's Notes available.
It's time to hit the basketball court! Playing as a team is important, but Danny doesn't want to pass the ball. Will Danny share, or will he foul up the game? Downloadable Teacher's Notes available.
