Spelling Puzzles, Grades 1-2
Help your child master spelling basics. Knowing what letter comes first and next, understanding how letters work together, and sounding out and reproducing patterns are essential to reading and writing. This 64-page workbook helps young learners tackle these challenges. Fun puzzles reinforce word recognition, pronunciation, and correct spelling. This workbook covers basic skills so important for first-graders to understand and apply, but it also focuses on more difficult concepts, such as letter combinations and spelling patterns, that second graders need to practice most. Small hands get writing practice, too, with directions such as "Write another word that begins with the same letter as each picture," Your child can review and reinforce basic skills, then move on to the next level. Whimsical, colorful illustrations at every turn make it more playful.
Buster Bee’s Adventures With Letters and Words
Discover the magical world of Robert Stanek's Bugville Critters today! Stanek, acclaimed author of the popular children's books The Kingdoms and the Elves of the Reaches and Journey Beyond the Beyond, has selected an irresistible combination for this age group--loveable critters and exciting learning adventures. In this story, Buster introduces the 26 letters of the alphabet and sounds for reading. The wonderfully-crafted story is paired with energetic illustrations and playful examples that help children discover just about everything they need to learn about letters to be successful readers, including letter shapes and sizes, consonant and vowel sounds, and the sounds of common letter blends. This rollicking learning adventure is sure to be a favorite with the storytime crowd. ABOUT THE AUTHOR: Robert Stanek is the highly-acclaimed author of more than fifty books for young people and adults. He was born in Burlington Wisconsin and is the second youngest of five children. As a former military man, his distinguished accomplishments during the Gulf War earned him nine medals, including the USA's highest flying honor, the Distinguished Flying Cross. Robert has won many awards from his colleagues and the publishing industry. Currently, he resides in the Pacific Northwest with his wife and children.
Elmo's ABC Book
Elmo tries to decide what his favorite letter of the alphabet might be. There are so many letters - so much to love! He takes readers on a tour of the ABCs, naming the things he loves that begin with each letter, and decides that they're all special in their own way.
Chicka Chicka Boom Boom
Chicka Chicka Boom Boom--the rollicking, rhyming alphabet book beloved by generations--is now available in paperback edition with a read-along CD, perfect for toddler story time, preschool classrooms, and early readers at home or on the go! A told B, and B told C, "I'll meet you at the top of the coconut tree." In this cheerful ABC book for toddlers, the letters of the alphabet race up the coconut tree in a bright, bouncy chant--until the tree can't hold them all and they come tumbling down in a chicka chicka BOOM! BOOM! What happens next? Little readers will love finding out! This book and CD edition features lively narration and rhythmic storytelling that supports phonics, letter recognition, auditory learning, and early literacy skills. Whether you're reading together or listening during quiet time or in the car, kids can enjoy independently as they follow along. With bold, high-contrast art from Caldecott Honor-winning illustrator Lois Ehlert and joyful rhyming text by Bill Martin Jr. and John Archambault, this timeless read-aloud favorite is perfect for quiet time, classroom use, or learning through music and movement. This special paperback edition comes with a CD so you can listen as you read along!
Alpha Bugs
From boogie-woogie Bubble Bugs to upside-down Umbrella Bugs, this fun-filled pop, pull, and peek book makes learning the alphabet exactly eight Egg Bugs excellent.
Nouns And Verbs Have a Field Day
It's Field Day in Mr. Wright's class and not just for the students. Nouns and verbs are inventing their own games in this companion to "Punctuation Takes A Vacation."
Naughty Little Monkeys
What happens when you leave twenty-six little monkeys home alone? Lots of monkey business, that's what! The charming chimps in this book, with names and misbehaviors to match each letter of the alphabet, cause all kinds of trouble when Mom and Dad go out. Jim Aylesworth's rollicking rhyming text and Henry Cole's irresistibly mischievous monkeys teach thealphabet with unmatched exuberance, from Andy . . . all the way to Zelda!
Mog the Forgetful Cat
Everyone's favourite family cat, Mog is loved by children everywhere for her funny and warm-hearted escapades. Mog the Forgetful Cat was first published in 1970 and has never been out of print! The classic picture book story of a very forgetful cat, her family, and a very exciting adventure is the perfect gift for families, boys, girls, and anyone who has ever known or loved a cat.From Judith Kerr, the bestselling author of The Tiger Who Came to Tea, the beloved Mog stories still delight children all over the world. Celebrate this unforgettable cat's very first adventure and share this funny and warm picture book story with your family.'Since her debut in 1970, Mog has become... a national hero' Junior Magazine'A firm favourite on children's bookshelves' Telegraph'Mog is a star, she really is. I can't recommend her highly enough. Someone should give that cat a medal, or an egg for breakfast' Bookbag
Kipper's A To Z
Kipper and Arnold are on an alphabet adventure! What can they find for each letter? They find ladybugs for L. And toys for T. But what begins with X? That's a hard one.
Thesaurus Rex
★ "Kids will enjoy the book just for the fun story...but it also works as an excellent introduction to synonyms" -- School Library Journal Follow this mischievous dinosaur as he frolics, rollicks, frisks and romps. Each colorful page introduces simple synonyms and a fun-filled way to build vocabulary and word recognition.
Oops!
Caldecott Honor artist David Shannon is back with an all-new, original board book that lets young readers see what the star of the bestselling No, David! books did as a troublemaking toddler.Oops! Did somebody make a mess?! Join David as he finds himself in a few sticky situations, and learn his five favorite words along the way. From throwing a ball to riding a tricycle to taking a bath, David sometimes has a little too much fun. But he knows there's nothing better than cuddling with Mama at the end of a busy and exciting day. With the same irresistible humor and vibrant style as his award-winning No, David! books, David Shannon takes us back to the "early years" of his most beloved character. Perfect for beginning readers as well as for the youngest children!
D Is for Drums
Published in association with The Colonial Williamsburg FoundationThe most authentic A to Z on colonial life available Young children will learn more than just the alphabet as they step into Colonial Williamsburg's Historic Area and learn that A is for apothecary, C is for clocked stockings, F is for frock coat, and S is for soldier! Highly praised illustrator Kay Chorao's charmingly detailed pictures bring not only the alphabet but also colonial times to life. Backed by an extensive glossary of costumes, toys, art, and more, this is the most authentic colonial picture book on the market. Researched and approved by The Colonial Williamsburg Foundation
Chicka Chicka 1, 2, 3
1 told 2 and 2 told 3, "I'll race you to the top of the apple tree." One hundred and one numbers climb the apple tree in this bright, rollicking, joyous book for young children. As the numerals pile up and bumblebees threaten, what's the number that saves the day? (Hint: It rhymes with "hero.") Read and count and play and laugh to learn the surprising answer.
Some Smug Slug
This hilarious read-aloud picture book tells a cautionary tells about a slug who must climb a slippery slope, in spite of the animals who are trying to stop him.Smirking and self-important, the slug keeps slithering his way up a highly suspect slope. Will the slug stop? Are the sparrow, the spider, and the swallowtail simply trying to sabotage the slug's progress? Why is everyone screaming at the slug?Pamela Duncan Edwards and Henry Cole have created an alliterative tale that will have children snorting out loud at the surprise ending for this very smug slug. Detailed illustrations include a hidden "S" on every page.
Dr. Seuss's ABC: An Amazing Alphabet Book
NATIONAL BESTSELLER - Nobody teaches kids the alphabet like the author of The Cat in the Hat, Green Eggs and Ham, and Hop on Pop! This board book edition features abridged text for the littlest reader. Letters come alive on the page as Dr. Seuss fills the alphabet with his classic colorful characters--from Aunt Annie's alligator to the Zizzer-Zazzer-Zuzz, with a lion licking a lollipop and an ostrich oiling an orange owl. Starting with the most basic building blocks of language, Dr. Seuss makes reading FUN! BIG A, little a, what begins with A? Bright and Early Board Books are super sturdy, simplified board book editions of classic Beginner Books. First launched in 1996, they have introduced millions of toddlers to beloved books from Dr. Seuss, P. D. Eastman, and other author-illustrators, in a format just right for young readers!
Alligator Arrived With Apples
There's going to be a feast! And everyone is here with food from A to Z! There is Elderberry Elixir from Elephant and Mocha Mousse made by Mouse. By the time Zebra Zips in with his Zaftig Zucchini, there will be enough food to feed a zoo! So come and join the party and don't forget your appetite!
Dr. Seuss's ABC
NATIONAL BESTSELLER - Nobody teaches kids the alphabet like the author of The Cat in the Hat, Green Eggs and Ham, and Hop on Pop! Arguably the most entertaining alphabet book ever written, this classic Beginner Book by Dr. Seuss is perfect for children learning their ABCs. Featuring a fantastic cast of zany characters--from Aunt Annie's alligator to the Zizzer-Zazzer-Zuzz, with a lazy lion licking a lollipop and an ostrich oiling an orange owl--Dr. Seuss's ABC is a must-have for every young child. BIG A, little a, what begins with A? Beginner Books are fun, funny, and easy to read! Launched by Dr. Seuss in 1957 with the publication of The Cat in the Hat, this beloved early reader series motivates children to read on their own by using simple words with illustrations that give clues to their meaning. Featuring a combination of kid appeal, supportive vocabulary, and bright, cheerful art, Beginner Books will encourage a love of reading in children ages 3-7.
Chicka Chicka Boom Boom
There is always enough room on your child's bookshelf for this rollicking alphabet chant that has been a children's favorite for over thirty years! A told B, and B told C, "I'll meet you at the top of the coconut tree" In this lively alphabet rhyme, all the letters of the alphabet race each other up the coconut tree. Will there be enough room? Oh, no--Chicka Chicka Boom! Boom! Countless children--and their parents--can joyfully recite the familiar words of this beloved alphabet chant. Bill Martin, Jr., and John Archambault's rhythmic text keeps the beat with Caldecott Honor illustrator Lois Ehlert's bold, cheerful art. This winning combination has made the Chicka Chicka series an enduring classic.
