The BIG Book of Reading, Rhyming, and Resources

The BIG Book of Reading, Rhyming, and Resources
Author: Beth Christina Maddigan
Publisher: Bloomsbury Publishing USA
Total Pages: 216
Release: 2005-10-30
Genre: Language Arts & Disciplines
ISBN: 0313068968

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.
Total Pages: 516
Release: 2002
Genre: Education
ISBN: 9780876592670

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 BIG Book of Alphabet Activities

The BIG Book of Alphabet Activities
Author: Ada Goren
Publisher: Teaching Resources
Total Pages: 0
Release: 2010-06
Genre: Creative activities and seat work
ISBN: 9780545135764

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.

Mice in the Kitchen

Mice in the Kitchen
Author:
Publisher:
Total Pages: 24
Release: 2008-10-01
Genre: Big books
ISBN: 9781741693485

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.

Full-Color Literacy Activities: Rhyming & Sight Words

Full-Color Literacy Activities: Rhyming & Sight Words
Author: Kari Sickman
Publisher: Teacher Created Resources
Total Pages: 178
Release: 2003-05-21
Genre: Education
ISBN: 0743932366

Wow! Full-color, ready-to-use art PLUS activities that are based on the latest research on literacy. Everything s provided. Just cut out the pieces needed to create great-looking learning centers or fun-filled games. Follow the step-by-step directions, and watch the learning take place! 176 full-color pages.

Sing & Read with Greg & Steve Resource Guide, eBook

Sing & Read with Greg & Steve Resource Guide, eBook
Author: Pam Klawitter
Publisher: Creative Teaching Press
Total Pages: 57
Release: 2008-08-22
Genre: Education
ISBN: 1606891065

"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
Total Pages: 415
Release: 2013-11-20
Genre: Language Arts & Disciplines
ISBN:

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.

Really Big Book of Kids Sermons and Object Talks

Really Big Book of Kids Sermons and Object Talks
Author: Gospel Light
Publisher: Gospel Light Publications
Total Pages: 0
Release: 2004-12-15
Genre: Religion
ISBN: 9780830736577

Really Big Book of Kids Sermons and Object Talks is a must-have resource for children's pastors or anyone who wants to encourage children to read God's Word and apply it to their lives. This reproducible resource is packed with 156 sermons (enough for one a week for three years!) that are organized by topics such as friendship, prayer, salvation, God's love, forgiveness and more. • Each sermon uses a household object, has discussion questions, prayer and optional information for older kids • CD-ROM makes it easy to use these sermons online or in church newsletters • Use CD-ROM print or digitally share talks with parents to use them at home