Grade Level: 9-12 This is a teaching guide, not a full version of the book. The Discovering Literature Series is designed to develop a student’s appreciation for good literature and to improve reading comprehension. At the Challenging Level, we focus on a variety of reading strategies that help students construct meaning from their experience with literature as well as make connections between their reading and the rest of their lives. The strategies reflect the demands of each literature selection. In these study guides, we will focus on beginning a book, setting and mood, irony, plot structure, foreshadowing and flashback, characterization, forming hypotheses, evaluating a book, plot conflict, point of view, inferencing, rereading, theme, narration, and the genre of dystopias. Each chapter analysis is organized into three basic elements: Journal and Discussion Topics, Chapter Vocabulary, and Chapter Summary. Other features include Strategy Pages to increase students’ understanding of strategies to enhance their comprehension of literature; Testing at the end of each chapter grouping, and Writer’s Forum for students’ to write in a variety of genres relating to the text. This 75-page teaching guide includes an answer key.

Grade Level: 6-12 This is a teaching guide, not a full version of the book. The Discovering Literature Series is designed to develop a student’s appreciation for good literature and to improve reading comprehension. At the Challenging Level, we focus on a variety of reading strategies that help students construct meaning from their experience with literature as well as make connections between their reading and the rest of their lives. The strategies reflect the demands of each literature selection. In these study guides, we will focus on beginning a book, setting and mood, irony, plot structure, foreshadowing and flashback, characterization, forming hypotheses, evaluating a book, plot conflict, point of view, inferencing, rereading, theme, narration, and the genre of dystopias. Each chapter analysis is organized into three basic elements: Journal and Discussion Topics, Chapter Vocabulary, and Chapter Summary. Other features include Strategy Pages to increase students’ understanding of strategies to enhance their comprehension of literature; Testing at the end of each chapter grouping, and Writer’s Forum for students’ to write in a variety of genres relating to the text. This 91-page teaching guide includes an answer key.

Grade Level: 9-12 This is a teaching guide, not a full version of the book. The Discovering Literature Series is a teaching guide that was designed to help students develop an appreciation for literature, to improve reading comprehension, and to introduce students to the techniques of literary criticism that reflect our best understanding of how to make meaning from text. Each guide in the series features an award-winning novel and uses a focus on strategic reading in its introduction of a wide range of critical reading skills and literature elements, as well as opportunities for writing in a variety of genres. Each literature teaching guide for the Hunger Games trilogy is aligned to the Common Core State Standards and includes strategic reading lessons that focus on both the individual volume and the series. There are over 50 separate strategies in the series for deeper understanding and meaning. In addition to lessons that focus on the standard elements of literature (plot, characterization, setting and mood, theme, diction, style, and narration), students are provided with the Choice Analysis Tool to help them gain a deep understanding of motivation in a complex and terrorized society. They are also offered the opportunity to use historical documents (e.g., the Bill of Rights and Declaration of Independence) as well as other works of literature and poetry to contextualize the trilogy. Each book also includes Writer’s Forums that guide students in writing while using the books in the series as a backdrop. A vocabulary feature in the final volume provides word study ideas for the entire series. This 112-page teaching guide includes an answer key.

Grade Level: 1-3 Basic subtraction operations for subtraction facts through 10. Systematic, first diagnosing skill levels, then practice, periodic review, and testing. Beginning Assessment and Final Assessment Tests provide measurement tool. Beginning subtraction skills. An answer key is included in this 40-page book.

Grade Level: 9-12 This is a teaching guide, not a full version of the book. The Discovering Literature Series is a teaching guide that was designed to help students develop an appreciation for literature, to improve reading comprehension, and to introduce students to the techniques of literary criticism that reflect our best understanding of how to make meaning from text. Each guide in the series features an award-winning novel and uses a focus on strategic reading in its introduction of a wide range of critical reading skills and literature elements, as well as opportunities for writing in a variety of genres. Each literature teaching guide for the Hunger Games trilogy is aligned to the Common Core State Standards and includes strategic reading lessons that focus on both the individual volume and the series. There are over 50 separate strategies in the series for deeper understanding and meaning. In addition to lessons that focus on the standard elements of literature (plot, characterization, setting and mood, theme, diction, style, and narration), students are provided with the Choice Analysis Tool to help them gain a deep understanding of motivation in a complex and terrorized society. They are also offered the opportunity to use historical documents (e.g., the Bill of Rights and Declaration of Independence) as well as other works of literature and poetry to contextualize the trilogy. Each book also includes Writer’s Forums that guide students in writing while using the books in the series as a backdrop. A vocabulary feature in the final volume provides word study ideas for the entire series. This 112-page teaching guide includes an answer key.

Grade Level: 1-3 Basic addition operations for addition facts through 10. Systematic, first diagnosing skill levels, then practice, periodic review, and testing. Beginning Assessment and Final Assessment Tests provide measurement tool. Beginning addition skills. An answer key is included in this 40-page book.

Grade Level: 9-12 This is a teaching guide, not a full version of the book. The Discovering Literature Series is a teaching guide that was designed to help students develop an appreciation for literature, to improve reading comprehension, and to introduce students to the techniques of literacy criticism that reflect our best understanding of how to make meaning from text. Each guide in the series features an award-winning novel and uses a focus on strategic reading in its introduction of a wide range of critical reading skills and literature elements, as well as opportunities for writing in a variety of genres. Each literature teaching guide for the Hunger Games trilogy is aligned to the Common Core State Standards and includes strategic reading lessons that focus on both the individual volume and the series. There are over 50 separate strategies in the series for deeper understanding and meaning. In addition to lessons that focus on the standard elements of literature (plot, characterization, setting and mood, theme, diction, style, and narration), students are provided with the Choice Analysis Tool to help them gain a deep understanding of motivation in a complex and terrorized society. They are also offered the opportunity to use historical documents (e.g., the Bill of Rights and Declaration of Independence) as well as other works of literature and poetry to contextualize the trilogy. Each book also includes Writer’s Forums that guide students in writing while using the books in the series as a backdrop. A vocabulary feature in the final volume provides word study ideas for the entire series. This 112-page teaching guide includes an answer key.

Grade Level: 3-5 Basic division operations for division facts through 10. Systematic, first diagnosing skill levels, then practice, periodic review, and testing. Beginning Assessment and Final Assessment Tests provide measurement tool. Beginning division skills. An answer key is included in this 40-page book.

The Independent Living Series was developed to help students prepare for the real-life challenges of getting a job and making their way in the world. Living On Your Own provides practical advice and information to help students make the transition from living at home to being responsible for themselves. This is a Google Slides product The first section, Moving In, gives students the experience of setting up a household and discovering their own sense of design style. The second section, Food, covers everything from grocery shopping, meal planning, understanding and using a cookbook, to following a recipe. The Cleaning and Laundry sections prepare students for the less glamorous side of independent living with helpful tips to deal with basic chores. The Health and Safety sections are a reminder that living on your own means being responsible for you own health and well-being. Follow-up activities include practical application math, basic comprehension questions to reinforce understanding, and practical writing exercises. Some questions ask students to think about the information given and express their opinions and ideas. The vocabulary section includes a glossary of words students may not be familiar with. The glossary is divided up by sections allowing these unfamiliar words to be introduced before reading each section. To reinforce understanding, there are activity pages using the glossary words.

Being able to read and understand directories, guides, and maps are an important part of our everyday lives. Many students need specific instruction and lots of practice to understand, interpret, and use what they have read in these formats. This chapter section offers plenty of realistic examples for using directories, guides, and maps. Practical application writing skills are often required to perform many everyday functions. Each chapter also has extended activities that will give students practice for the specific purpose of these chapter subjects

Being able to interpret various kinds of labels and product packaging and properly is an essential real-world survival skill. Many students need specific instruction and lots of practice to understand, interpret, and use what they have read in these formats. The examples in this unit give students experience with several different kinds of complex product labels. This unit offers plenty of realistic examples. Each real-life reading activity is followed by comprehension questions to help reinforce what students have read. Contents Include: Medicine Labels Food Labels Clothing Labels Discussion Ideas Extended Activity Suggestions Answer Key Interest Level 5-12

Being able to read and understand menus and recipes are an important part of our everyday lives. Many students need specific instruction and practice to understand, interpret, and use what they have read in these formats. This chapter section offers plenty of realistic examples for using menus and recipes. Practical application writing skills are often required to perform many everyday functions. Each chapter also has extended activities that will give students practice for the specific purpose of these chapter subjects.

Being able to read and write emails and knowing how to shop, find information, and communicate using a computer have quickly become essential life skills for the twenty-first century. Many students need lots of practice to understand, interpret, and use what they have read in these formats. This Chapter Slice offers plenty of realistic examples and tons of practical activities designed to improve reading and writing skills. Realistic images make these suitable for students of all ages. Writing activities give students practice with writing for a specific purpose.

Grade Level: 3 Interest Level: 4-12 Reading Level: 3-4 Capture the interest of eager learners and reluctant learners alike with this humor-filled workbook guaranteed to put a grin on students’ and teachers’ faces. These skill-based activities revolve around a set of comical characters who get involved in silly and absurd situations. Students solve comical comprehension questions. Some stories lead up to a surprise ending adding to the enjoyment!

Help your students develop important life skills with these easy-to-use activities sure to strengthen their abilities in reading, comprehension, and writing! The newspaper is a great way to help students become more confident and independent as they work through activities involving “real-life” situations. Lessons focus on learning about the makeup of a daily paper, the different sections that comprise the news, and understanding actual news articles. Follow-up questions and extended activities invite creativity and test students’ reading comprehension.

Realistic, Hands-on Activities to Help Students Use, Interpret & Create Schedules. What would happen if there were no schedules? How would students know when to come to class or which bus to take? One thing is certain, NOT having or following a schedule can lead to confusion and wasted time! Being able to read and understand a schedule is an important part of our everyday lives. However, many students need specific instruction and lots of practice to understand, interpret, and use what they have read. This program offers plenty of realistic examples and practice activities to help students master this essential life skill. In addition, writing skills get a workout too! These additional activities give students practice writing for a specific purpose, such as creating their own schedules.

Realistic, Hands-on Activities to Help Students Use, Interpret & Create Schedules. What would happen if there were no schedules? How would students know when to come to class or which bus to take? One thing is certain, NOT having or following a schedule can lead to confusion and wasted time! Being able to read and understand a schedule is an important part of our everyday lives. However, many students need specific instruction and lots of practice to understand, interpret, and use what they have read. This program offers plenty of realistic examples and practice activities to help students master this essential life skill. In addition, writing skills get a workout too! These additional activities give students practice writing for a specific purpose, such as creating their own schedules.

The Independent Living Series was developed to help students prepare for the real-life challenges of getting a job and living on their own. Preparing for a Job provides detailed information about different kinds of jobs, educational requirements, and how students can find their perfect job. This is a Google Slides product with a total of 133 slides. The first section, Job Descriptions, features 28 jobs in 9 different job categories. The practical information tells what each job is like, what kind of education and training are needed, what the average salary is and, to help with planning, the expected growth rate for each job. The next section, Skills and Interests, gives examples of tests that help students understand what they’re good at and what kind of job is right for them. The Education and Training section explains college degrees and trade schools. It also tells how on the job training, internships, and volunteering can help prepare students for specific jobs. Follow-up activities include practical application math, basic comprehension questions to reinforce understanding, and practical writing exercises. Some questions ask students to think about the information given and express their opinions and ideas. The vocabulary section includes a glossary of words and phrases students may not be familiar with plus activities to test understanding of the new words and phrases. These words and phrases are highlighted in bold throughout the text.

The Independent Living Series was developed to help students prepare for the real-life challenges of getting a job and making their way in the world. Living On Your Own provides practical advice and information to help students make the transition from living at home to being responsible for themselves. This is a Google Slides product The first section, Moving In, gives students the experience of setting up a household and discovering their own sense of design style. The second section, Food, covers everything from grocery shopping, meal planning, understanding and using a cookbook, to following a recipe. The Cleaning and Laundry sections prepare students for the less glamorous side of independent living with helpful tips to deal with basic chores. The Health and Safety sections are a reminder that living on your own means being responsible for you own health and well-being. Follow-up activities include practical application math, basic comprehension questions to reinforce understanding, and practical writing exercises. Some questions ask students to think about the information given and express their opinions and ideas. The vocabulary section includes a glossary of words students may not be familiar with. The glossary is divided up by sections allowing these unfamiliar words to be introduced before reading each section. To reinforce understanding, there are activity pages using the glossary words.

You Just Got Your First Job… Now What? Prepare students for the ‘real world’ with these essential life-skills lessons! Featuring easy-to-use tips, techniques, and strategies students learn what it takes to make a good impression, get along with co-workers, understand the difference between gross pay and net pay, and become a valuable employee. Students get tons of ‘real-life’ practice while also improving reading comprehension and practical application math skills. Topics Include: Meeting Co-Workers: How do I make a good impression? Is there a ‘right’ way to shake hands? Is eye contact important? What should I wear? How do I remember my co-workers’ names? Should I wear deodorant or cologne? ‘Real-life’ Jobs: From working in a restaurant, to becoming a receptionist, carpenter, graphic designer, 911 dispatcher, or nursing assistant, students get a sneak-peek of job requirements, on-the-job training, pay scales, and a typical workday. ‘Real-life’ Paychecks: Scenarios include everything from federal & state income tax deductions, to FICA, insurance and vacation pay. Students practice computing gross pay, net pay and more. Top 10 Qualities of a Good Employee: Follow these helpful tips and advice to KEEP your job! Common Qualities of a Bad Employee: Break those bad habits! Being late, wasting time, and using your phone are just a few of the ways to put your job at risk…. From improving your attitude to accepting criticism, these lessons are sure to help you to become a better employee. Reading Level: Grades 3-4 Interest Level: Grades 8-12 Easy-to-Use: Simply download these Google Slides and assign them to your students. Assign them all, or just a few for today’s lesson! For additional flexibility, these slides can also be printed for in-class use! Benefits of Google Slides: If you’ve been looking for a way to integrate technology into your lessons, this is your answer. And the best part is you don’t have to print, cut, laminate, or replace when you lose pieces…it’s ALL DIGITAL! How do Google Slides Work? Students read each high-interest story on a computer or iPad then answer the comprehension questions right on their copy of the slides. Teachers can see students’ answers in real time, or review them later. Slides can also be printed and used as colorful classroom worksheets. You can assign a set of slides to each student, so that they have their own personal packet.