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Life's Little Lessons is a delightful and humorous story about a
caterpillar named Cyrano and his misadventures. In school he
struggles, at times he gives up, until one day he discovers that he
and only he is in charge of his own happiness. Children, will
easily identify with Cyrano, his feelings and his flight, as they
learn that although life has its twists and turns, ups and downs,
if we face it with our chin up we can accomplish anything. This
inspirational story as told by Joanne Scaglione and Gail Small is
beautifully enhanced by the whimsical and heart-felt illustrations
of David Endelman. A bonus, companion guide outlines for parents
and teachers how to inspire children to read, make reading fun and
ensure that reading is an integral part of daily life. Developed by
the author-educators, it gives strategies and ideas on how to use
this wonderful piece of children's literature as a tool to teach
young children not only words, but before they even read, the
meaning of what they read. This step-by-step guide is filled with
questions, vocabulary, discussion topics and activities that
develop language, comprehension and thinking skills in young
children.
A true, heart-warming story told in 'catchy' rhyme, this book
offers strategies and ideas on how to use children's literature as
a tool to teach young children not only words, but also the meaning
of what they read. This step-by-step guide is filled with
questions, vocabulary, discussion topics, and activities that
develop language, comprehension and thinking skills in children
from ages 2 to 8. A bonus companion guide outlines for parents and
teachers how to inspire children to read, make reading fun, and
ensure that reading is an integral part of daily life. The Big
Squeal makes for a meaningful and entertaining reading experience
for all. It provides for parents the unique opportunity to make the
home the most important classroom for their young pre-school
children; for teachers: an exciting tool to teaching literature and
reading skills to school-age children and for children: a chance to
experience the joy of reading. The Big Squeal is a great addition
to any family, school or library. The playfully illustrated and
joyfully written children's story in this book is an inspiring,
delightful read for any child.
This book documents the real-life story of Kendra Yoshinaga, a
young speller who won her first qualifying bee at the young age of
nine. Now only twelve years old, she prepared for her third bee and
returned to Washington, DC where she tied for 14th in the 2006
Scripps National Spelling Bee! Gail Small taught Kendra for first,
second, and third grades. Together they share a love of learning
and discovery, and the challenges of new ideas. This book describes
the spelling bee experiences from a youth's viewpoint. Young
readers can delight in the world of spelling so it becomes a
natural and exciting part of their lives. "Secrets" of a teacher,
coach, and parent reveal proven tactics to foster a confident
speller. These distinctive methods will inspire a love for spelling
and language in lessons that go far beyond everyday practice.
Launch your students on an inspiring quest for knowledge-the words
will jump off the pages as the illustrations enliven the story.
This book will help them to enjoy the wonders of spelling bees
along with the inside moments that only those at the bee have
previously experienced. A detailed spelling guide is included for
parents, coaches, and teachers of spellers at all ages.
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