The BIG Book of Reading, Rhyming, and Resources
The BIG Book of Reading, Rhyming, and Resources

Author: Beth Christina Maddigan

Publisher: Bloomsbury Publishing USA

Published: 2005-10-30

Total Pages: 216

ISBN-13: 0313068968

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Promote reading and literacy with this wonderful assortment of lively, fast-paced, fun-filled children's programs specifically designed for children aged 4 through 8. You and the children will delight in such program themes as Creepy Crawlies, Forest Friends, Frosty Frolics, and After School Adventures. The book presents an entertaining mix of multisensory activities that appeal to a variety of literacy levels and learning styles—rhymes and songs, awesome activities, crafty crafts, and great games. Unlike other programming guides, this one uses a developmental approach with literature-based activities fitted to specific learning needs. More than an idea book, it includes all the nuts and bolts for initiating children's programs—from foundations and guidelines for understanding various stages of learning to everything you need to get started: book lists, step-by-step instructions, reproducible patterns and illustrations, even tips on publicity and public relations. Whether you're a novice or a seasoned children's programmer, this book gives you fresh programming ideas that foster lifelong literacy and love of reading. Grades PreK-3.

The Complete Book of Rhymes, Songs, Poems, Fingerplays, and Chants
The Complete Book of Rhymes, Songs, Poems, Fingerplays, and Chants

Author: Jackie Silberg

Publisher: Gryphon House, Inc.

Published: 2002

Total Pages: 516

ISBN-13: 9780876592670

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The Complete Book of Rhymes, Songs, Poems, Fingerplays, and Chants gives children a variety of ways to fall in love with rhythm, rhyme, repetition, and structural sequence -- important building blocks for future readers. The 700 selections will help children ages 3 to 6 build a strong foundation in skills such as listening, imagination, coordination, and spatial and body awareness. In this giant book of rhythm and rhyme, you are sure to find your own childhood favorites! Book jacket.

The Bill Martin Jr Big Book of Poetry
The Bill Martin Jr Big Book of Poetry

Author: Various

Publisher: Simon & Schuster Books for Young Readers

Published: 2008-11-04

Total Pages: 0

ISBN-13: 9781416939719

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The definitive anthology of children's poetry, collected by a beloved author Years in the making, this full-color treasury contains nearly two hundred poems, all of them handpicked by Bill Martin Jr. Traditional children's poems are presented alongside contemporary pieces, and the collection is capped off with tributes by Eric Carle and Steven Kellogg, two of Bill Martin Jr's best-known collaborators. This essential compilation also features original illustrations by award-winning artists, including Ashley Bryan, Lois Ehlert, Steven Kellogg, Chris Raschka, Dan Yaccarino, Nancy Tafuri, and Derek Anderson. This beautiful anthology is sure to become a classic.

The BIG Book of Alphabet Activities
The BIG Book of Alphabet Activities

Author: Ada Goren

Publisher: Teaching Resources

Published: 2010-06

Total Pages: 0

ISBN-13: 9780545135764

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Learning the letters and their sounds is as easy as ABC with this big collection of alphabet activities! Easy-to-make mini-books--one for each letter--hands-on activities, and 156 colourful picture cards give kids lots of opportunities to practice letter recognition, letter-sound relationships, and letter formation skills. Lessons include easy games, crafts, snacks, literature connections, multisensory experiences, and more.Teacher and reinforces letter recognition and letter-sound relationships.Gives practice in forming and writing letters of the alphabet.Includes 156 colourful, cut-apart picture cards--six for each letter!Helps set the stage for success in school.Great for kids of all learning styles.

Sing & Read with Greg & Steve Resource Guide, eBook
Sing & Read with Greg & Steve Resource Guide, eBook

Author: Pam Klawitter

Publisher: Creative Teaching Press

Published: 2008-08-22

Total Pages: 57

ISBN-13: 1606891065

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"This resource guide is designed to complement the 12-book Sing & Read with Greg & Steve book series and companion CD. The engaging ideas and activities featured in this resource guide supplement many content areas, and the user-friendly standards chart will make writing lesson plans a breeze."--P. [4] of cover.

Community Library Programs That Work
Community Library Programs That Work

Author: Beth Christina Maddigan

Publisher: Bloomsbury Publishing USA

Published: 2013-11-20

Total Pages: 415

ISBN-13:

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A collection of versatile best practices for promoting literacy development by utilizing local community connections in school and public libraries. Modern libraries are recreating themselves as idea centers for today's Internet-savvy, digitally driven clientele. This book provides a fresh approach to learning as well as guidelines for creating dynamic and relevant library programs for children, teens, and families. Organized thematically, each chapter includes relevant topical research and three to eight community-focused approaches. Programs range from small, single-library initiatives in rural communities to multi-site, cross-border initiatives. This essential reference includes collaborative and locally inspired programs, many of which can be scaled to the budget of any library, school, or community organization.

Mice in the Kitchen
Mice in the Kitchen

Author:

Publisher:

Published: 2008-10-01

Total Pages: 24

ISBN-13: 9781741693485

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They have magical, rhythmic, rhyming text so students will want to read and re-read them over and over. For teachers, a different teaching focus is suggested for each day: - Day 1: Comprehension - Day 2: Vocabulary - Day 3: Flow/Phrasing/Fluency - Day 4: Phonic Knowledge, Phonemic Awareness - Day 5: Oral, Written and Visual Language The FOCUS PANEL provides prompts to support each focus. 1 copy of 1 Big Book.