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On February 22, 1862, two days after his death, Willie Lincoln was laid to rest in a marble crypt in a Georgetown cemetery. That very night, shattered by grief, Abraham Lincoln arrives at the cemetery under cover of darkness and visits the crypt, alone, to spend time with his son's body.
On February 22, 1862, two days after his death, Willie Lincoln was laid to rest in a marble crypt in a Georgetown cemetery. That very night, shattered by grief,...
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Readers learn about the Postal Service in this enjoyable book that uses examples from the past and the present to allow children to compare and contrast. Through interesting facts, vivid images, supportive text, a glossary, table of contents, and index, readers will learn all about postal service history, mail carriers, the Pony Express, and email.
4) Cats
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What's your favorite animal? In My Favorite Animal: Cats, students will learn amazing facts about cats. Each My Favorite Animal book features interesting non-fiction at a 2nd-grade reading level paired with questions throughout the text to check the reader's comprehension. Sample Text: Cats have strong flexible bodies with quick reflexes. Their claws are sharp and retractable. They also have very sharp teeth used for hunting prey.
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Act out the story of a young boy's dream that sends him and his friend on the mathematical journey of a lifetime! In the dream, Jacob and Adam meet a genie and get onboard a boat with him. They have to solve math problems to keep their boat moving and keep the adventure going! This exciting story helps make difficult math concepts seem simple and entertaining! The six roles in this script match different reading levels, enabling teachers to use differentiation...
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A 19th-century English family discovers a young mongoose half drowned from a flood. They revive it and decide to keep it as a pet. The young mongoose, named Rikki Tikki Tavi, finds himself confronted by two dangerous king cobras, Nag and his even more dangerous wife Nagin, who had the run of the garden while the house was unoccupied. The exciting adventures of Rikki-Tikki-Tavi, the little mongoose, will be a wonderful teacher of true love, devoted...
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Come along on Jack's enchanted journey filled with magic beans, giants, and magic harps and chickens! In this classic tale, retold by George Bridge, Jack faces a hungry giant who chants, "Fee! Fum! Fi! Foy! I smell a delicious greasy boy!" Will Jack be able to get away from the giant safely? Take a look inside to find out!
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The "beloved character" returns in another deliciously funny story as he tries to help save his favorite bakery (School Library Journal).
Flat Stanley loves to help Mr. Pete the Baker make his tasty treats! When another baker begins taking away all his business, Mr. Pete comes up with a BIG idea to save his bakery-but he needs help from Stanley and Arthur. Will they succeed or will everything just fall flat?
Flat Stanley and the Very Big Cookie is...
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A creative boy, Luke, dreams up an adventure where he and his friends journey through the solar system! Learn all about space while acting out this intriguing story. This charming, leveled script includes six roles that are written at varying reading levels, supporting differentiation and English language learner strategies. Teachers can implement specific strategies to assign roles to students based on their individual reading levels. This helpful...
11) Ezra exposed
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It started as a joke-but it's not funny anymore.
Even though Ezra's got good friends and can make everyone laugh, he feels like he's invisible, both at home and at school. To make things worse, he's the only kid in his group without a phone-left out of plans and shared jokes and games. Finally, at the end of fifth grade, his parents come through.
The phone changes everything. Ezra texts his friends all the time, can instantly keep up with his favorite...
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What would school be like without a teacher? Readers explore the teaching profession in this delightful book that uses charming images from past and present to teach readers the similarities and differences between teaching then and now. Readers will learn about private schools, homeschooling, tutors, and even learn what a hornbook is! Featuring supportive text, an index, glossary, and table of contents, readers will be engaged from cover to cover....
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This appealing nonfiction book allows readers to discover the many important aspects of working as a librarian. Readers will be introduced to the similarities and differences of libraries from the past and present through a brief history of libraries--including how the Dewey Decimal system came about, what the "Book Boat" was, the use of card catalogs, and about the Library of Congress. The lively images and easy-to-read text work in conjunction to...
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Leaders come in a variety of forms! Through examples of leaders from the past, as well as from the present who have made important impacts in their communities, readers discover that being a leader makes a big difference! From community leadership, to youth leaders, to government leaders, having someone in charge makes businesses, governments, schools, religions, and communities stay organized and connected. Vibrant images, supportive text, and intriguing...
15) Humpback Whales
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What's your favorite animal? In My Favorite Animal: Humpback Whales, students will learn amazing facts about humpback whales. Each My Favorite Animal book features interesting non-fiction at a 2nd-grade reading level paired with questions throughout the text to check the reader's comprehension. Sample Text: Although Humpbacks are mostly solitary whales they will hunt together. They often use the "bubble-net feeding" method. They form a circle 10-100...
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Students will act out the inspirational story of Helen Keller and her teacher and friend, Anne Sullivan, who helped her become the first blind and deaf person to earn a Bachelor of Arts degree. Readers will learn about the struggles of Helen Keller's early life and how Anne Sullivan guided her through them. This Reader's Theater script features roles written to match multiple reading levels. Teachers can assign specific roles to their readers based...
17) Elect Me!
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Miss Garcia's class is getting ready to elect a class president. Will it be Davey, Nico, Julie, or Win-Li? Whose posters and speeches will bring in the most votes?
18) Spiders
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What's your favorite animal? In My Favorite Animal: Spiders, students will learn amazing facts about spiders. Each My Favorite Animal book features interesting non-fiction at a 2nd-grade reading level paired with questions throughout the text to check the reader's comprehension. Sample Text: Most spiders are predators. They rest on their webs and wait for an insect to get trapped. When spiders catch their prey, they inject it with venom that liquefies...
19) Rhinoceros
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What's your favorite animal? In My Favorite Animal: Rhinoceros, students will learn amazing facts about rhinos. Each My Favorite Animal book features interesting non-fiction at a 2nd-grade reading level paired with questions throughout the text to check the reader's comprehension. Sample Text: Rhinos spend almost all day and night grazing. They only sleep during the hottest time of day. They eat almost the entire time they're awake. They share feeding...
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