Early Learning

In an accessible format that contains audio and video clips, along with classroom anecdotes and model conversations, Zucker and Cabell show why Strive-for-Five conversations are important and how teachers can use them to engage children and develop their language comprehension.

Fancy Nancy is ready for the spotlight! Fancy Nancy and her best friend, Bree, couldn’t be more excited about their upcoming dance show. After all, it’s all about mermaids - and who knows how to be a fancy, glamorous mermaid better than Fancy Nancy herself? But when another ballerina wins the coveted role of the mermaid, Nancy is stuck playing a dreary, dull tree. Can Nancy bring fancy flair to her role, even though it isn’t the one she wanted? And when disaster strikes right before the big ballet, who will step in to steal the spotlight?

A Young Learners Learning English For Kids Book About A Prehistoric Neanderthal Stone Age Family Similar To The Croods And How They Survive When Living In A Dangerous New Wilderness How Did Caveman Kids Survive And Thrive Before At The Dawn Of Time When Everything Was Stacked Against Them The caveman kids and grandpa were always at the cave while their parents were out hunting or gathering food. After a successful mammoth hunt they bumped into a little lost baby mammoth and changed history. They were now mobile and they had muscle power. But they were up against nature and sometimes nature ...

We all know what comes next. The parent holds the milk away expecting a verbal response from the toddler. First there's the stare-off, then the classic reach and whine, ending with the baby howling at the injustice of being asked to speak. On the opposite end of the spectrum, a baby looks at the bottle of milk and Mom hands it to them to which Dad says,

Montessori: A Modern Approach has been called the single best book for anyone - educator, childcare professional, and especially parent - seeking answers to the questions: What is the Montessori method? Are its revolutionary ideas about early childhood education relevant to today's world? And most important, especially for today's dual-career couples, Is a Montessori education right for my child?

The North Wind and the Sun ******************************* " One day in late spring with the sun shining strong She announced to the North Wind, “You do not belong!” “It’s time you must leave, so things can get hot.” But the North Wind said simply, “Oh, no, I will not.” ********** About Aesop’s Fables ****** Who was Aesop, and why are his fables famous all over the world? In fact, very little is known about this mysterious Ancient Greek figure. He is thought to have been a slave originally from Africa, but even that isn’t known for certain. But his stories, with their ...

A perfect introduction to Spanish for children and beginners, this engaging audiobook of captivating short stories vividly brings to life the many wondrous animals, foliage, and colors of a rainforest. Travel along on a jungle adventure with Sony, his sister Sonya, and their friends as they explore their home in the rainforest, meeting new friends and learning at each step of the way.

Today’s children face intense pressure to meet rising academic standards and prepare for future careers, but most fall dangerously short. Early struggles with language and literacy often snowball into lasting disadvantages. Millions of U.S. kids don’t learn to read well in elementary school, driving low adult literacy rates and threatening the nation’s economic productivity, public health, and social equity. In Reading for Our Lives, journalist Maya Payne Smart shows that the literacy crisis starts at home.

A child’s brain development is fundamental to who he or she will become as an adult! Understanding how a child's brain works and develops is a vital factor in implementing ideologies and practices to help improve a child's cognitive functions. This helps them grow into adults fully capable of utilizing everything the brain offers. And since a child's brain functions are the foundation of their physical capabilities, this knowledge can't be understated.

After 35 years as an education consultant, Rae Pica knows the importance of understanding the natural course of child development. In this collection, she keeps kids front and center as she provides thought-provoking commentary and actionable insights on topics such as the Common Core, the self-esteem movement, and standardized testing.

How Did Caveman Kids Survive And Thrive Before At The Dawn Of Time When Everything Was Stacked Against Them The caveman kids and grandpa were always at the cave while their parents were out hunting or gathering food. After a successful mammoth hunt they bumped into a little lost baby mammoth and changed history. They were now mobile and they had muscle power. But they were up against nature and sometimes nature turned against them, but this time the baby mammoth sounded a warning, and the whole tribe got out of harms way. As the baby mammoth tried to fit into her new herd she saves the clan...

Discover the Delightful Adventures of Katie the Kangaroo! Embark on a charming journey with "Kangaroo Story," a heartwarming story that captures the essence of friendship and exploration. This beautifully illustrated eBook invites readers aged 1 and up into the vibrant world of Katie, a playful young kangaroo with a love for adventure. Why You'll Love This Book: Engaging Storyline: Follow Katie as she discovers a mysterious colorful ball and meets Fred the Frog at a scenic pond. Their joyful play and shared adventures will keep young readers enchanted from the first page to the last. ...

The opening decades of the 20th century witnessed a profound transformation in the history of modern sound media, with workers in US film, radio, and record industries developing pioneering production methods and performance styles. Focusing on broadcasting's initial expansion during the 1920s, Making Radio explores the forms of creative labor pursued for the medium in the period prior to the better-known network era, assessing their role in shaping radio's identity and identifying affinities with parallel practices pursued for conversion-era film and phonography.

Nos empeñamos en educar a nuestros hijos de la mejor manera posible, pero ¿y si fueran ellos quienes nos tienen que enseñar a nosotros? "Montessorízate" es la guía definitiva para aplicar el método Montessori en casa.

Learn Spanish for Kids & Beginners: Jungle Adventures to Practice the Numbers and Pronunciation is a great resource to introduce children and beginners to numbers in Spanish. They will share in Sonya and Sony’s adventure as they swing through the jungle, counting the fruit in the trees, the birds in the sky, and the fish in the water. How many bananas can you count? Do you see the piranhas? How many do you see?

Fancy Nancy is back! And when her family decides to get a dog, she's certain she can be fancier than ever. After all, a papillon - a small, delicate, fluffy dog - is the ultimate accessory. But her family wants a large, plain dog. How unglamorous! With Fancy Nancy's trademark humor and warmth, Nancy discovers that real fanciness does not depend simply on appearance but more on a genuine joie de vivre, which is a fancy phrase for having lots of fun.

If you think your child is at risk for language difficulties, the last thing you want to do is wait around. But, it’s scary not to know how to approach such a delicate situation. And the truth is, your fear of the unknown can sometimes be worse than the situation itself. Luckily, the missing piece that will help you and your child overcome the challenges that a speech delay or disorder brings is closer than you think. Yasmin Akhtar, an SLT, is on a mission to help parents understand language development through the power of games.

6 BOOK BUNDLE! Book 1: Living Frugal And Loving It: 40 Creative Ways To Save Money And Live Debt Free For Life Here Is A Preview Of What You'll Learn... How to Look at the Big Picture and Start Saving Money How to Eat & Entertain on a Budget Essential Health & Beauty Hacks to Save Money How to Check Your Financial Fitness Targeting the Technology Cash Drain The Secret to Avoid Being House Poor Looking Good for Less Much, much more! Book 2: Living Frugal And Prospering: Discover 50 Simple Ways To Spend Less And Save More By Thinking Outside The Box And Live Debt Free For Life! In This Book...

EYFS Framework Scheme of Work: 4-5 Years This comprehensive resource is designed to support early childhood educators in implementing a robust and engaging curriculum aligned with the Early Years Foundation Stage (EYFS) framework for children aged 4-5 years. It builds upon the foundation established in the 3-4 years scheme of work, providing further guidance on supporting children's development and learning. The scheme covers the 7 subjects (Learning & Development Areas) broken into 3 Terms, Sample Timetable, Synthetic Phonics & Weekly Progress Trackers. Key Features: Age-appropriate ...

This book will teach you how to bring the magic of the Montessori Method into your home. We've condensed its most important concepts into a single workable framework with a 21st century slant aimed at new homeschooling parents.