The last thing Harriet Butler expects to meet is a talking hare from outer space. But one morning, in her father's wheat field, that's exactly what happens. Wiz (as Harriet names him) turns out to be a master of surprises and the best friend she's had si
When Babe arrives at the Hogget farm, Mrs. Hogget's thoughts turn to sizzling bacon and juicy pork chops. It looks as if the little pig is destined for the dinner table until he reveals a surprising talent for sheepherding. But the crowds can't believe t
An African Gray parrot is the last thing Harry Holdsworth expects to inherit from Great-Uncle George. Who want a pet bird when you're hoping for a treasure chest. Until the bird opens his beak and starts to speak!'
Interviews between young people and people who took part in the civil rights movement accompany essays that describe the history of efforts to make equality a reality for African Americans.'
Honk! Honk! Beep! Beep! The big blue truck is so busy! There are cars to deliver to the ship in the port, and a customer is waiting at the showroom.
Better Learning Through Structured Teaching describes how teachers can help students develop stronger learning skills by ensuring that instruction moves from modeling and guided practice (situations where the teacher has most of the responsibility) to collaborate learning and, finally, to independent tasks.
As teh parent of a child with LD, you probably have questions and concerns about your child's abilities, self esteem, school succes, friendships, and future prospects. In this reassuring, matter-of-fact guide, you'll find answer to your questions, encour
Want to know what spies do? This book can tell you. In a famous spy trial at the Old Bailey in September 1993, Soviet spy Oleg Gordievsky agreed that an Usborne spy book, the KnowHow book of spycraft, gave away the KGB's tricks of the trade. The case made national headlines.
You know how important it is to keep the lines or communication open between home and school.