Reading & Comprehension (pages 112-122) - Mind Resources

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READING & COMPREHENSION 

Dr. Fry’s 

How to Teach Reading 

Compact 7”x9” size (144 pages) 

This classic best-seller is a practical 

guide for bringing children 

or adults with no reading skills 

up to 5th grade reading ability. 

MR #020589 $19.95 

Dr. Fry’s 

Informal Reading 

Assessments 

Grades K-8 (96 pages) 

Evaluate literacy needs using 

22 assessments-oral reading, 

phonics, onset and rime, phoneme 

segmentation, letter and 

word recognition, comprehension, 

spelling, and more. 

MR #023864 $16.95 

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Dr. Fry’s 

Word Sorts 


Word sort activities encourage 

beginning readers to manipulate 

pictures, sounds, and words 

while having fun and building 

phonemic awareness. 

MR #034732 Letters and Digraphs $16.95 

MR #034733 Onsets and Rimes $16.95 

MR #034734 Phonemes $16.95 

MR #048396 COMPLETE SET (3 books) $49.95 

Dr. Fry’s 

1000 Instant Words 

Instant Words are the most common words for teaching 

reading, writing, and spelling. 

MR #020586 1000 Instant Words $11.95 

Dr. Fry’s 

Instant Word Practice Book 


Use a variety of activities to reinforce Instant Words by Dr. 

Fry. Choose from word scrambles, anagrams, letter squares, 

word searches, bingo, concentration, and more. 

MR #023865 Instant Word Practice Book $31.95 

Dr. Fry’s 

Instant Words Bingo 

Grades K-2 (112 pages) 

Four complete Bingo games help youngsters learn the 

100 most-needed words in reading and spelling. Twenty 

five reproducible Bingo cards per game can be used as a 

review or a diagnostic tool. 

MR #030541 Instant Words Bingo $16.95 

Dr. Fry’s 

Reading Activities 


Colourful reading activities, 

word cards, and activity boards 

help students learn important 

reading skills and the Instant 

Words that compose a high 

percentage of al reading material. 

Use these versatile activities 

in language arts centers and to 

supplement any reading program. 

MR #042167 Grades K-1 $27.95 

MR #042168 Grades 1-2 $27.95 

MR #042169 Grades 2-3 $27.95 

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Alphabet 

Cards, Games & Activities 

Grades JK-K (176 pages) 

Fun-filled activities focus on 

phonemic awareness and other 

beginning skills children must 

master to become fluent readers. 

Full colour adds appeal to letter 

cards and cross-curricular cards. 

Reproducible student pages add 

practicality. It’s a book with 

benefits for both children and teachers! 

MR #045843 Alphabet $27.95 

Letter Works 

Building Early Literacy Skills 

JK - Grade 1 (304 pages) 

Week-long units for each letter of 

the alphabet reinforce developing 

literacy skills. Read-aloud activities, 

songs, centers, and snacks 

provide connections to language 

arts, math, science, and social 

studies concepts. Teach these 

stand-alone units in order, or 

flow from one theme to the next! 

MR #034713 Letter Works $31.95 

Practice and Learn the 

Alphabet 

Grade JK-1 (224 pages) 

Activities in language arts, math, 

art, and cooking incorporate 

reading and writing into everyday 

experiences, so children 

learn letter names and sounds in 

meaningful ways. 

MR #024431 $23.95 

Getting Ready to Read 

Grades JK-1 (304 pages) 

This book addresses the sounds 

most often used for the letters 

of the alphabet and common 

digraphs. This cross-curricular 

approach to beginning reading 

and handwriting practice is fun 

for students of all learning styles. 

MR #034712 $31.95 

Year Round Preschool 

Reading 

Grades PreK (240 pages) 

Use developmentally-appropriate 

activities, art projects, and 

interactive cards to help preschoolers 

develop and reinforce 

reading and writing skills that 

are based on current standards. 

MR #043028 $31.95 

High Frequency 

Word Practice 


Teach basic sight words using a 

variety of engaging exercises that 

account for individual student 

strengths and weaknesses. 

MR #034705 $19.95 

Reproducible Little 

Books for Sight Words 


Help students develop word 

recognition skills and fluency 

through the use of high-frequency 

words. Students who 

automatically recognize sight 

words can devote more attention 

to comprehension. 

MR #034706 $22.95 

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Take Home Activities 

Language Arts 


Help build home-school connections 

while giving students 

additional practice in language 

arts. Features lessons designed 

for use at home by students and 

parents, and provide activities 

that require minimal preparation. 

Each lesson includes easyto-follow 

directions for parents. 

MR #045837 Take Home Activities $27.95 

Literacy Centers for Reading Skills 

Grades JK-2 (176 pages each ) 

Use full-colour 

center activities 

for reinforce whole 

class instruction in 

sight words, phonics 

& decoding, and 

reading & writing 

responses. All the 

easy-to-manage 

activities are linked 

to standards and 

benchmarks. 

MR #034716 Grades JK-1 $27.95 

MR #034717 Grades K-2 $27.95 

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Reading Games 

Grades JK-1 

Colourful, ready-to-use games give children opportunities 

to develop both social and intellectual skills. 

Four games per topic (12 games per book) are based 

on objectives and standards for specific reading skills— 

letter recognition and sound recognition. 

Grades PreK- K (176 pages) 

Featuring a collection of brightly 

illustrated board games that 

offer young students the necessary 

practice to build important 

reading skills. The games are 

designed to capture students’ 

attention as they learn to make 

associations between letters 

and sounds. They can be easily 

integrated into any phonics 

instruction and can be used 

in small groups, in centers, as 

student assessment, or as take-home practice. 

Students in PreK-K will practice the following skills: 

• Recognize uppercase letters 

• Recognize lowercase letters 

• Associate sounds with letters 

• Identify initial consonant sounds of pictures 

• Identify ending sounds 

MR #042164 Reading Games (PreK-K) $27.95 


Students in Grades K-1 will 

practice the following skills: 

• Recognize vowel letters A, E, 

I, O, and U 

• Distinguish between consonant 

and vowel letters 

• Identify short vowel sounds 

• Identify long vowel sounds 

• Understand the difference 

between letter names and letter sounds 

And much more! 

MR #042165 Reading Games (K-1) $27.95 

Dr. Seuss 

Grades JK-2 

This complete resource provides 

sample lesson plans, the author’s 

picture and biography, book 

summaries, and lots of activities 

for the author’s books. Includes 

a culminating activity and assessment 

suggestions. 

MR #029730 $16.95 

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Dr. Fry’s 

Phonics Patterns 

Grades JK-3 , ELL (64 pages) 

Develop phonics and spelling 

pattern knowledge with a huge 

list of word families. Use these 

353 phonograms as the foundation 

for lessons and worksheets 

MR #020590 $11.95 

Dr. Fry’s 

Phonics Charts 

Grades 1-3 , ELL (96 pages) 

The 99 charts can be displayed 

in the classroom 

or reproduced for home 

study. 

MR #020591 $18.95 

Phonics 

Games & Learning Activities 


Classroom-tested lesson ideas 

plus ready-to-use materials help 

teachers present motivating 

learning activities. 

MR #019480 $19.95 

Word Chunks 

Activities for Learning Word 

Families 


Visual cues and hands-on manipulative 

activities give children 

the tools they need to read, 

spell, and comprehend more effectively 

by recognizing familiar 

parts of words. 

MR #028560 $16.95 

Phonics Practice 

Grades JK-3, (176 pages each) 

This three-book series helps 

students develop reading skills. 

Students review and practice 

phonemic awareness and 

alphabet recognition skills and 

work their way through more 

advanced phonics concepts 

including blends, digraphs, synonyms, 

and antonyms. Suitable 

for ELL and intervention programs. 

MR #034738 Book 1 $19.95 

MR #034739 Book 2 $19.95 

MR #034740 Book 3 $19.95 


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Phonics Word Sorts 

Grades K-3 , ELL (176 pages) 

Word sorts help students make 

connections among words, 

sounds, and spelling patterns. 

Full-colour, ready-to-use activities 

can be adapted to whole class, 

small group, or individual settings. 

MR #034735 Grades K-1 $27.95 

MR #034736 Grades 1-2 $27.95 

MR #034737 Grades 2-3 $27.95 


Sight Word Puzzles and Activities 

Building a Strong Foundation for Reading Fluency 

and Comprehension 

Grades K–2 (96 pages) 

This resource improves reading 

skills by reinforcing 165 Dolch 

sight words using a variety of 

puzzle formats including: 

• crossword puzzles 

• word searches 

• scrambled sentences 

MR #037437 $17.95 



Language Arts Literacy Activities 

Grades 1-2 (176 pages each ) 

Full-colour materials help busy 

teachers present fun-to-do 

activities. Each standards-based 

lesson has one or more clearly 

stated objectives. Topics covered 

include: beginning, middle 

& ending sounds, rhyming 

words, word families, compound 

words, contractions, parts of 

speech, capitalization, punctuation, 

sequencing, and more. 

MR #034696 Language Arts Literacy Activities $27.95 

Literacy Activities 

Grades JK-2 (176 pages each) 

Wow! Full-color, ready-to-use art 

PLUS activities that are based on 

the latest research on literacy. 

Just cut out the pieces needed 

to create great-looking 

learning centers or fun-filled 

games. Follow the stepby-step 

directions, and 

watch the learning take place! 

MR #034704 Sounds & Letters $27.95 

MR #030494 Rhyming & Sight Words $27.95 

MR #030495 Reading & Writing $27.95 

MR #037213 Sight Words $27.95 

MR #037214 Sight Words & Sentences $27.95 


Literacy Centers and Activities for 

Nursery Rhymes 

Grades JK-1 (176 pages) 

Classic nursery rhymes are 

used to promote literacy skills 

including phonemic awareness, 

phonics, fluency, vocabulary, 

and comprehension. Each 

rhyme is accompanied by a wide 

variety of full-colour materials 

to engage students in whole 

group, center, and individual 

literacy activities. 

MR #034724 Volume 1 $27.95 

MR #034725 Volume 2 $27.95 


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Sight Word Books 

Reproducible Readers to 

Share at School and Home 

Grades K–1 (144 pages each) 

Each resource includes 30 

cross-curricular mini-books 

with fun, predictable text 

that students personalize 

to make a set of beginning 

readers. These mini-books 

give students repeated practice 

reading, writing, and spelling 

over 50 words most common 

in print and will: 

• boost comprehension skills 

• improve fluency 

• expand vocabulary 

Also includes ideas for making thematic “reading 

sticks” students can use to track print. 

MR #037439 Sight Word Books (Level 1) $22.95 

MR #037440 More Sight Word Books (Level 2) $22.95 

Celebrate Reading Resource Guide 

Teaching Reading Skills Using Multicultural 

Celebrations 

Grades K–3 (112 pages) 

This resource includes 12 reproducible 

holiday stories as well as 

interactive lessons and activities 

that coach children in five areas 

of reading instruction—phonemic 

awareness, phonics, fluency, 

vocabulary, and comprehension. 

MR #047878 $18.95 

Reading First 

Unlock the Secrets to 

Reading Success with 

Research-Based Strategies 

Grades K–3 (176 pages) 

Reading First is a comprehensive 

resource for understanding 

and implementing phonemic 


vocabulary, and text comprehension. 

As outlined in the K–3 

Reading First initiative of the No Child Left Behind 

Act, these strategies are effective to help all children 

become successful readers. 

MR #037335 Reading First $25.95 

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Reader’s Theater 

Develop Reading Fluency and 

Text Comprehension Skills 

Grades 1–4 (96 pages) 

Repeated readings help students 

make significant reading-rate 

gains. Each book describes how 

to direct instruction and coach 

students. Script includes: fluency 

instruction, key vocabulary, 

and comprehension activities. 

MR #037330 Fairy Tales, Gr. 1-2 $17.95 

MR #037331 Fables & Folklore, Gr. 1-2 $17.95 

MR #037332 Philosophers to Astronauts, Gr. 3-4 $17.95 

MR #037634 Discoverers and Inventors, Gr. 5-6 $17.95 

MR #037635 Ancient Civilizations, Gr. 5-6 $17.95 

Developing Reading Fluency 

Using Modeled Reading, 

Phrasing, and Repeated 

Oral Reading 


Meet district, state, and national 

reading standards by incorporating 

these engaging activities into 

your reading program. Fluency 

activities include: 

• Reader’s Theater and plays 

• cheers and chants 

• read-arounds 

• intervention instruction for “robotic readers” 

MR #037442 Grade 1 $17.95 

MR #037443 Grade 2 $17.95 

MR #037444 Grade 3 $17.95 

MR #037445 Grade 4 $17.95 

MR #038130 Grade 5 $17.95 

MR #038131 Grades 6-8 $17.95 

Guided Reading Resource Guide 

A Must-Have for Your 

Guided Reading Program 

Grades.K-3 (64 pages) 

Offering a wealth of ideas for using 

leveled books during guided 

reading, this resource provides 

activities to do before, during, 

and after reading. It also suggests 

a lesson format that can be used 

with any leveled book. 

MR #037338 $14.95 

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Reading Comprehension 

Eleven Strategies to Improve Comprehension 


Research shows that when you 

give specific strategies, students 

make significant gains in reading 

comprehension. This resource 

highlights eleven key strategies 

including: 

• phrasing and fluency 

• predicting 

• categorization 

• accessing prior knowledge 

MR #037461 Reading Comprehension $18.95 

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Comprehension Skill Cards 

Sequence • Main Idea • Inference • Facts • Context • Conclusion 

Single Skill Practice for Reading Success! 

Want your class to focus on a specific comprehension 

skill…at a specific reading level If so, then 

this comprehensive program is sure to help! 

Six key comprehension skills are featured 

in each of these boxed 

sets. Reading passages 

are sorted by level of 

difficulty—from low to 

high—so students can 

progress at their own 

individual pace. Specific 

Skill Questions 

follow each reading 

passage to assess 

student mastery of that 

particular skill. Skills 

are color-coded and 

numbered to ensure 

that you can find just 

the right skill at just 

the right reading level for each 

individual learner in your diverse classroom. Perfect 

for reinforcement and assessment. Ideal for large and 

small groups and as a center activity. Each set features 

between 350 and 450 questions. 

Each handy storage box includes 96 skill cards (2 each of 

48 different cards) and teacher guide with response sheets, 

answer key, and progress chart. Cards measure 8½" x 11". 

MR #046047 Reading Level 2.0 - 3.5 $63.95 

MR #046048 Reading Level 3.0 - 4.5 $63.95 

MR #046049 COMPLETE SET (both sets) $127.95 

Skill-By-Skill Comprehension Practice 

Sequence • Main Idea • Inference • Facts • Context • Conclusion 

68 Short Paragraphs Targeting Specific Reading Skills 

Do your students need practice making 

inferences and drawing conclusions 

Are they having trouble reading 

for details and then determining the 

main idea This innovative 

series highlights 10 essential 

reading skills/concepts— 

one skill at a time. 

Extremely short passages 

are followed by comprehension 

questions designed to target and 

improve specific reading skills. 

High-interest topics keep students 

interested, while the short 

passages keep students from 

feeling overwhelmed and “giving 

up.” Ideal for students who get 

intimidated by longer paragraphs, 

those with short attention spans, and struggling 

readers of all ages. A controlled vocabulary and simple 

sentence structure help ensure success. 72 pages each. 

MR #046046 Reading Level 1 - 3 $12.95 

MR #046056 Reading Level 3 - 5 $12.95 

MR #046057 COMPLETE SET (both sets) $25.95 

Sight Word Stories & 

Seatwork Activities 

Clever Stories & Activities Centered Around 

High-Frequency Nouns 

Grades 2-4 

Two books of 27 delightful 

stories utilize a list of 

nouns most frequently 

found in beginning readers. 

Each lesson is based on three or 

four nouns woven into a short 

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story and is followed by seven related seatwork activities. 

Exercises include: questions related to a story’s 

content, scanning, se quenc ing, finishing incomplete 

sentences, following directions, and more! The perfect 

way to build skills and encourage independence! 

MR #035936 Book 1 $8.95 

MR #035937 Book 2 $8.95 

MR #035938 COMPLETE SET $17.95 



Mind Building Reading 

Grades K-1 

Fun activities develop the visual, 

auditory, and critical thinking 

(comprehension) skills students 

need to become successful readers. 

Based on the Reading First 

Guidelines and aligned with 

state reading standards. Includes 

teaching suggestions, answers, 

and charts that correlate skills 

developed to national standards. 

MR #032124 Mind Building Reading $25.95 

Reading Detective ® 

Grades 3-8 

Reading Detective® uses 

standards-based higher-order 

thinking activities to develop 

the analysis, synthesis, and 

vocabulary skills required 

for exceptional reading 

comprehension. Includes 

reports, lesson guidelines, 

and answers with detailed 

evidence. Reading and literary analysis skills are based 

on grade-level standards. 

Available as books or software! 

MR #023971 Beginning Book (grades 3-4) $30.95 

MR #023972 A1 Book (grades 5-6) $30.95 

MR #023973 B1 Book (grades 7-8) $30.95 

Reading Detective ® Software (Single Computer Licence) 

CD-ROM compatible with Windows XP/2000/98 and Mac OS X. 

MR #047161 Beginning CD-ROM (home) $37.95 

MR #029846 Beginning CD-ROM (school) $82.95 

MR #047159 A1 CD-ROM (home) $37.95 

MR #029847 A1 CD-ROM (school) $82.95 

MR #047160 B1 CD-ROM (home) $37.95 

MR #029848 B1 CD-ROM (school) $82.95 

Reading Detective ® Rx 

Grades 6-12+ (Readability Gr. 4-6) 

Improves comprehension skills 

in low readers. Grades 4-6 

readability, Grades 6-12 story 

content. Topics include appropriate 

social and peer issues, 

career prep, and other relevant 

subjects for secondary students. 

Includes pretests, post-tests, lesson 

guidelines, and answers with 

detailed evidence. Reading and literary analysis skills 

are based on grade-level standards. 

MR #025687 Reading Detective Rx $30.95 

Read & Colour Series 

Stories to Enjoy… Pictures to Colour… Skills to Practice 

Grades 3-4 

The wonderful, ready-to-color 

illustrations featured in these 10 

popular classic tales are sure to 

bring each story to life for the 

reader or listener! Each story 

comes with three skill-based 

activity pages and 15 or more 

questions to stimulate an “After 

You Read” discussion. A great 

way to pair enjoyment with 

learning! 

MR #035810 Jack and the Beanstalk $4.95 

MR #035811 Rumplestiltskin $4.95 

MR #035812 Bremen Town Musicians $4.95 

MR #035813 The Snow Maiden $4.95 

MR #035814 The Frog Prince $4.95 

MR #035801 SET 1 (5 books above) $22.95 

MR #035815 The Pied Piper $4.95 

MR #035816 Pecos Bill $4.95 

MR #035817 Paul Bunyan $4.95 

MR #035818 Sally Ann Crockett $4.95 

MR #035819 Old Stormalong $4.95 

MR #035802 SET 2 (5 books above) $22.95 



Phonics Rules! 

A Step-by-Step Guide to Teaching Phonics 

Grades 3+ 

You can’t go wrong with this 

easy-to-use guide that takes 

the headache out of phonics 

instruction. 

Part I is a simple, easy-to-under 

stand Teach er’s Guide that 

defines es sen tial phon ics rules 

and gives spe cif ic examples. 

Part II consists of fun, hands-on student ac tiv i ty pag es, 

each re in forc ing one of the phon ics rules. A valu able 

re source for stu dents and teachers alike! 

MR #036623 Phonics Rules! $13.95 

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Improving 

Reading Fluency & 

Comprehension 

48 Nonfiction Stories With Skill-Building Activities 

Grades 2-4 

Simple sentences and short, 

easy-to-read paragraphs are 

paired with compelling illustrations 

for a strong picture-text 

correspondence. Age-appropriate 

topics and a controlled vocabulary motivate students 

and help ensure success. Follow-up activities focus 

on specific reading skills such as finding the main 

idea, making inferences, reading for details, locating 

information, using context clues, and more. Activities 

challenge students to re-read each passage up to four 

times. This research-based series is a sure-fire way to 

improve fluency and comprehension skills! 104 pages. 

MR #036010 Grades 2-3 $14.95 

MR #036011 Grades 3-4 $14.95 


Blends 

Master Two-Letter Consonant Blends! 

Grades K-1 

This terrific book will boost 

reading skills in no time! 

Students get plenty of practice 

writing, identifying, and using 

two-letter consonant blends to 

form new words. Blends include 

br, cr, sn, st, and more. Also includes 

bonus coloring activities. 

MR #036267 Blends $8.95 

Context Clues 

High-Interest Topics Boost Comprehension 

Grades 2-4 

Students use con text clues to 

com plete short, high-in ter est 

para graphs on such diverse topics 

as the speed of light ning and 

the sleep ing hab its of fish. Direc 

tions are given for com plet ing 

a task re lat ing to the topic. 

MR #036379 Grades 2-3 $8.95 

MR #036380 Grades 3-4 $8.95 


Rhyming Words 

Build Phonemic Awareness & Vocabulary Skills! 

Grades 1-3 

Fun activities in each book will 

give students lots of practice identifying 

and writing words that 

rhyme! Students will complete 

puzzles, word searches, and coloring 

activities in Rhyming Words. 

In Words That Rhyme they 

will color, cut, paste, and work 

puzzles. An entertaining way to 

promote phonemic awareness and build vocabulary! 

MR #036227 Rhyming Words (Gr. 1-2) $8.95 

MR #036389 Words That Rhyme (Gr. 2-3) $8.95 


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Word Families 

More than 60 Different Word Families 

Terrific for Building Basic Reading Skills! 

Grades 1-3 

This best-selling series 

gives plenty of practice with 

letter phonograms. More than 

20 different word families are 

included in each delightful book. 

These books are so effective, we 

rec om mend you get the entire set. 

Terrific for boosting reading skills! 

MR #035981 Book 1 $8.95 

MR #035982 Book 2 $8.95 

MR #035983 Book 3 $8.95 


Critical Thinking & Classic Tales 

Imaginative Stories Great for Character Education! 

Interest Level 3-8 • Reading Level 3-4 

Covers all levels of Bloom’s Taxonomy! 

This wonderful collection of 24 

fables and tales (12 in each book) 

features activities sure to develop 

critical thinking skills and 

promote maximum comprehension. 

Illustrated stories 

are followed by a crossword 

puzzle plus questions based 

on Bloom’s Taxonomy and labeled 

according to a targeted skill/thinking level. The many 

morals and lessons throughout provide opportunities to 

work on character building. Each 48-page book is accompanied 

by a high-quality audio CD, to help your reluctant 

readers participate and achieve success. CD follows 

text word-for-word to aid fluency and comprehension. 

Graphic organizers and a chart of skills are included. 

MR #036317 Fables (Book & CD) $25.95 

MR #036318 Tales (Book & CD) $25.95 

MR #036319 COMPLETE SET (2 Books & CDs) $50.95 

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Mini Mysteries 

Short, Suspenseful Mysteries, 

Comprehension Activities, & Audio CDs 


Activity Books - The activity 

books give com pre hen sion and 

crit i cal thinking skills a workout 

as students follow clues, find 

facts, analyze information, make 

inferences, predict outcomes, 

and ultimately solve each caper! 

Audio CDs - Students become 

a part of each story as they listen to the 

pro fes sion al ly recorded mysteries complete with sound 

effects, mood music, and more! A great way to spice 

up your reading com pre hen sion, critical thinking, and 

listening curriculum! 

Suspenseful audio tracks fol low each story’s text wordfor-word... 

making them ideal for au di to ry learners, 

strug gling readers, and those with limited English skills. 

MR #035910 Mini Mysteries Book ONLY $9.95 

MR #035913 More Mini Mysteries Book ONLY $9.95 

MR #035907 BOOK ONLY SET (2 books) $19.95 

MR #035911 Mini Mysteries Book & CD $25.95 

MR #035916 More Mini Mysteries Book & CD $25.95 

MR #035909 COMPLETE SET (2 books & CDs) $50.95 

Natural Phenomena 

High-Interest / Low Readability Workbook 


They are fun to read about, but 

you may not want to experience 

the natural phenomena featured 

in this book! Tsunamis, hurricanes, 

tornadoes, avalanches, 

floods, and more are covered in 

this collection of short stories. 

After each story, students read 

for details and sharpen comprehension skills by swering questions and completing a crossword puzzle. 

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MR #036320 Natural Phenomena $8.95 



Reading for Speed & Content 

Timed Activities to Build Speed & Improve Comprehension! 

Grades 2-5 

Build reading fluency and confidence 

with these easy-to-use 

books! The short, high-interest 

stories will capture students’ attention 

while they race the clock 

to improve their reading speed. 

The end-of-line word counts and 

words-per-minute charts make 

it quick and easy to figure the 

number of words read. Followup 

activities test comprehension. 

Fun and easy for students and teachers alike! 

MR #035797 Grades 2-3 $8.95 

MR #035798 Grades 3-4 $8.95 

MR #035799 Grades 4-5 $8.95 


Sentence Sequencing 

A Fun, Step-by-Step Approach to Sequential 

Ordering of Sentences 

Grades 2-3 

Thirty activities help kids learn 

skills es sen tial to com pre hen sion 

such as draw ing conclusions and 

pre dict ing out comes. Cut ting 

and past ing short sen tenc es into 

mean ing ful se quence progress es 

to forming orig i nal sen tenc es. 

MR #035969 Sentence Sequencing $8.95 

Beginning Reading 

Get Your Young Readers Off to a Great Start! 

Grades 1-3 

Students read kid-friendly stories 

then answer com pre hen sion 

questions that challenge them 

to find facts, read for details, 

learn new vo cab u lary words, 

and improve their writing skills! 

Fine-motor skills get a workout 

when students color the delight- 

ful illustrations. Great for building reading con fi dence! 

MR #036479 Grade 1 $8.95 

MR #036490 Grade 2 $8.95 

MR #036497 Grade 3 $8.95 


Reading Activity Books 

The Titles that Early Readers Need 

Grades K-2 

MR #036237 Sentence Comprehension Gr. K-1 $8.95 

MR #036527 Primary Cloze Reading Gr. 1 $8.95 

MR #036528 Primary Cloze Reading Gr. 2 $8.95 

MR #036194 Beginning Consonants Gr. K-1 $8.95 

MR #036225 Ending Consonants Gr. K-1 $8.95 

MR #036228 Vowels Gr. K-1 $8.95 

MR #035972 Letter Recognition Gr. K-1 $8.95 

Read, Write, and Color Activity Books 

MR #036405 Vocabulary Book 1 Gr. 1 $8.95 



MR #036407 Sentences Gr. 1 $8.95 

MR #036408 Comprehension Gr. 1 $8.95 

MR #036409 Comprehension Gr. 1-2 $8.95 

MR #036410 Safety, Health, & Manners Gr. 1-2 $8.95 

MR #036411 Word Association Gr. 1 $8.95 

MR #036412 Word Association Gr. 2 $8.95 



Beginning Sight Words 

Master 54 Essential Sight Words! 

Grades 1-2 

Based on the Dolch List, this 

“hands-on” book features 54 

popular sight words and is 

loaded with plenty of step-bystep 

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practice reading, tracing, and 

writing the words, then they 

work on more creative activities 

involving each word. 

MR #036081 Beginning Sight Words $8.95 

Fun With Phonics 

Phonics Practice for Struggling Readers 

Grades 1-3 

Beginning readers will enjoy the 

whimsical themes of these highly 

motivating books filled with a 

variety of activities designed to 

teach basic vowel sounds. They’ll 

discover short vowels in a circus 

setting, experience long vowels 

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Three great ways to keep them interested and learning! 

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MR #035966 Long Vowels $8.95 

MR #035967 Speical Vowels $8.95 


Comprehension Collection 

Lots of Fun Activities to Boost Reading Skills 

Grades 1-6 

This excellent 6-book series is 

filled with a va ri ety of topics and 

formats chosen to make reading 

fun and in ter est ing. 

• Exercises cover many 

important aspects of read ing 

com pre hen sion taught in 

grades 1-6 

• Skills include: reading for 

details, classifying, se quenc ing, following di rec tions, 

finding the main idea, con text clues, and more 

• Tested against the Fry Read abil i ty Graph 

MR #035992 Grade 1 $8.95 

MR #035993 Grade 2 $8.95 

MR #035994 Grade 3 $8.95 

MR #035995 Grade 4 $8.95 

MR #035996 Grade 5 $8.95 

MR #035997 Grade 6 $8.95 


Comprehension Quickies 

3-Minute Comprehension Activities 


Short, thought-provoking paragraphs, 

nif ty il lus tra tions, and 

sim ple questions which re quire 

complete sentence answers. 

Terrific for students who have 

trouble reading longer paragraphs. 

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much information can be found 

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Beginning Reader Program 

For the Learner Who is Ready to Read Words in Story Format 

Interest Level K-4 • Reading Level 1 

Start beginning readers off right with this easy-to-use, 

practice-packed program! Ideal for use with students 

who are ready to read words in story format, developing 

the ability to decode single syllable words with short 

or long vowels, or need beginning sight word practice. 

Program includes 10 full-color phonics readers—each 

featuring one short or long vowel, high-frequency 

words, and direct picture/text match. 

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101 Easy Reading Games 

Grades 1–5 

This series includes teacher help 

and student reproducible pages. 

Includes game descriptions and 

reproducible game cards and 

boards for 101 reading games. 

The books are organized by 

game type, and games relate to 

familiar favorites (e.g. Bingo, 

Memory, Go Fish, etc.). Perfect 

for practicing reading skills 

in fun, engaging ways without having to learn new 

games. 8.375” x 10.875”. Reproducible. 128 pp. 

MR #043817 Grade 1 $17.95 

MR #043818 Grade 2 $17.95 

MR #043819 Grade 3 $17.95 

MR #043820 Grade 4 $17.95 

MR #043821 Grade 5 $17.95 

Genres of Literature 

Grades 6–8 

To help meet state and national 

standards that call for using a 

variety of genres in reading and 

writing, this invaluable resource 

gives a solid introduction to the 

features and qualities that differentiate 

each genre. With the 

focus on reading comprehension, 

elements of literature, and 

figurative language, it offers teachers complete ground information and lessons covering everything 

backfrom 

biography to poetry to nonfiction. Each genre 

begins with introductory material plus benchmarks so 

students can identify excellence in each genre. After 

they learn about the genre, students will be engaged 

in talking and writing about books and genre. An 

extensive list of a variety of titles extends the study of 

each genre. Reproducible. 144 pp. 

MR #042136 Genres of Literature $19.95 

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Learning Little Words 

Teach 200 High-Frequency Words with 

these Cute Stories & Activities! 

Grades 1-3 

Little words are a big deal 

when your students use them 

to read and write! 

This popular series 

brings you 200 of 

the most frequently 

used words in the 

English language, along with fun activities to build 

and reinforce students’ vocabularies. 

Each lesson focuses on five words and provides eight 

lessons to highlight them from every angle–through 

reading, copying, fill-ins, comprehension, writing 

sentences, and illustrations! Students receive plenty of 

practice recognizing, writing, and using the words. 

MR #035959 Book 1 $9.95 

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Reading in Context 

A Practical Reading Comprehension Program for All Students 

Grades 6-12+, ELL • Reading Level 4 

This dynamic series was designed for students who 

still have trouble understanding what they read. All 

lessons (16 in each worktext) feature a two-page 

reading selection followed by four pages of correlated 

exercises. The emphasis is on variety for maximum 

interest and involvement - traditional reading comprehension 

skills, language arts skills (e.g. vocabulary, 

syllabication, variant word forms, etc.) and critical 

thinking skills. For maximum efficiency, the easy-touse 

worktext format combines the instructional core 

of a textbook with the built-in response mode of a 

workbook. A systematic, incremental teaching method 

promotes progress by steadily building confidence. 

Student books are 112-pages. 

The Teacher’s Manuals introduce the program and its 

design. Included are teaching tips, answer keys, ideas for 

cooperative learning, homework assignments, a reproducible 

course completion certificate, a classroom chart 

for recording student progress, suggestions for lesson 

extensions, and more. Teacher’s Manuals are 16-pages. 

HIGHLIGHTS 

• Consistent format throughoutt the 6-book series 

• Skill instruction “begins at the beginning” without 

assumption of prior learning 

• Consistently controlled reading level guarantees less 

able readers easy access to sophisticated concepts 

• Skills taught in context using real world examples 

from newspapers, magazines, and more 

• A Preview and Review exercise to introduce and 

reinforce the content of every unit 

ADDITIONAL FEATURES 

• Illustrations, charts, and puzzles 

• Formatted for reluctant learners 

• Airy page design is approachable and inviting to 

students who easily tend to feel overwhelmed 

• Correlated Teacher’s Manuals include several 

reproducibles 

• Real-world applications 

SAMPLE SET: 6 books (1 each of 6 titles) and 6 Teacher’s Manuals 

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Practical Reading 1 

UNIT TITLES: 

• Working for a Living 

• Looking Good 

• Food and Nutrition 

• Managing Your Money 

Students locate key information, 

analyze word structure, make 

comparisons, draw conclusions, 

and more. 

MR #030316 Student Book $17.95 

MR #030317 Teacher’s Manual $4.95 

Practical Reading 2 

UNIT TITLES: 

• Recreation and Hobbies 

• Behind the Wheel 

• Good Cooking 

• It’s the Law! 

Distinguishing main ideas and 

details, drawing conclusions, 

dividing words into syllables, selecting 

synonyms and antonyms, 

spelling, and lots more. 



Reading Nonfiction 1 

UNIT TITLES: 

• Historic Speeches 

• Science and Technology 

• History and Geography 

• Biography and Autobiography 

Skills strands include determining 

cause and effect, using prefixes 

and suffixes, distinguishing 

fact from opinion, alphabetizing, 

and many more. 



Reading Nonfiction 2 

UNIT TITLES: 

• Animals in the News 

• Sports Spectaculars 

• Inventors and Inventions 

• Historic American Places 

Students sequence events, draw 

conclusions, compare past and 

present, write different forms of 

a word, identify rhyming words, 

and much more. 



Reading Fiction 1 

UNIT TITLES: 

• Fiction 

• Short Stories 

• Novels 

• Narrative Poetry 

Students interpret dialogue, 

relate setting to plot, describe 

characters, recognize mood and 

tone, analyze word structure, 

supply synonyms, identify parts 

of speech, and more. 



Reading Fiction 2 

UNIT TITLES: 

• Drama 

• Folktales and Fables 

• Popular Poetry 

• Myths and Legends 

Skills strands include comparing 

and contrasting, recognizing 

author’s viewpoint, outlining 

plot structure, using context 

clues to find meaning, vocabulary 

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High-Interest Reading Comprehension Skills & Strategies 

125+ Reproducible Activities 

Perfect for Remedial or On-Level Instruction 

Grades 3-12+, ELL • Reading Level 3-8 

Every book in the Reading Comprehension Skills and Strategies Series contains 125+ reproducible pages (more than 125 

activities) that combine solid reading comprehension skills reinforcement and enrichment with reading comprehension 

strategy instruction. Based on current education standards, the series features ready-to-use resource pages filled with 

instructional tips and extended activity ideas plus a Scope and Sequence skills chart to track student progress. Perfect for 

classroom use or homework, the reproducible activity pages help students master the basic skills and strategies necessary 

to succeed. Each reproducible book is 144-pages. 

HIGHLIGHTS 

• Each reproducible teacher resource book has 125 plus+ self-contained lessons 

• Variety of reading activities to enrich the reading experience - reading for pleasure, reading to perform a task, reading to gather information 

(factual and fictional selections) 

• Reinforces critical reading comprehension strategies that encourage students to use prior knowledge, experiences, careful thought, and evaluation 

to help them decide how to practically apply what they know to all reading situations 

• Skills and concepts include analyzing word structure, analyzing vocabulary using context clues, following directions, interpreting figures of 

speech, categorizing information, predicting content, etc... 

ADDITIONAL FEATURES 

• Content can be used for students on level, between levels or for remedial instruction 

• Provides students with progressively challenging activities, which encourage students to think and evaluate 

• Clear directions and consistent formatting build confidence and the expectation of success 

• Much of the content is written with a sense of humor to make the activities more inviting 

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LEVEL 3 

Sample Activities Include: 

• Analyzing Vocabulary 

• Analyzing Word Structure 

• Comparing and Contrasting Details • Following Directions 

• Identifying Nouns in Text • Identifying Supporting Details 

• Interpreting a Venn Diagram • Interpreting Labels 

• Reading the Table of Contents • Recognizing the 5 W’s 

MR #030091 Reading Comprehension Level 3 $22.95 

LEVEL 4 


• Analyzing Prefixes 

• Analyzing Root Words 

• Classifying Items 

• Comparing and Contrasting 

• Following Directions 

• Interpreting Facts and Details 

• Recognizing Signal Words • Scanning Text to Predict Content 

• Sequencing Story Events • Using a Dictionary 


LEVEL 5 


• Analyzing Characters 

• Critical Thinking 

• Identifying Setting 

• Identifying Author’s View/Purpose 

• Identifying Tone/Mood 

• Making Inferences 

• Mapping Story Events 

• Planning a Plot 

• Practicing Good Writing • Retelling a Story 


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Grades K–4 

Providing young learners with 

a strong foundation of reading 

skills is essential for school success. 

Skills for Scholars Reading 

helps prepare for the reading 

concepts needed for school years 

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features bright, colorful activi- 

ties, children are sure to have fun! Reproducible. 80 pp. 

MR #043793 Kindergarten $6.95 

MR #043794 Grade 1 $6.95 

MR #043795 Grade 2 $6.95 

MR #043796 Grade 3 $6.95 

MR #043797 Grade 4 $6.95 




Guided Independent Reading 

The Right Questions at the Right Time 

Grades 3-5 

This 3-book set provides 

an opportunity 

for students to think 

about vocabulary, 

visualize content, 

examine characters, 

and make predictions 

as they read selections 

independently. Focus is 

on skills needed to get 

meaning from reading. 

The per fect way to pro mote 

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• Analyzing Data 

• Categorizing Information 

• Comparing and Contrasting • Determining Cause/Effect 

• Identifying Setting 

• Identifying Supporting Details 

• Interpreting a Logic Matrix • Interpreting Problem/Solution 

• Recognizing Figures of Speech • Understanding Character’s View 


LEVEL 7 


• Analyzing Characters 

• Context Clues 

• Critical Reading 

• Details 

• Identifying Tone/Mood 

• Recalling Factual Details 

• Reference Skills 

• Study Skills 

• Taking Tests 

• Words with Several Meanings 


LEVEL 8 


• Dialogue 

• Fact and Opinion 

• Metaphor 

• Prose Style 

• Setting 

• Simile 

• Summarizing 

• Synonyms and Meaning 

• Taking Tests 

• Using a Table Graph 


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101 Ways to Incorporate Reading into Your Classroom 

Grades K–5 

Each book is a collection of 

grade-appropriate skill-building 

activities designed to help every 

teacher incorporate reading 

across the curriculum. Includes 

explanations, activities, and 

suggestions for teaching reading 

within all content areas. Based 

on national standards, No Child 

Left Behind, and founded on the 

latest research. Will help turn 

students into life-long readers. 128 pp. 

MR #035225 Grades K-1 $17.95 

MR #035226 Grades 2-3 $17.95 

MR #035227 Grades 4-5 $17.95 

Read • Reflect • Respond 

Research-based Nonfiction Comprehension Skill-Boosters 

Grades 5-12 • Reading Level 3.5-4.0 

This series is especially designed 

to quickly improve your students’ 

ability to understand and retain 

what they read. The A to D 

organization of the worktexts 

provides progressively challenging 

activities ranging from simple 

recall to evaluations requiring 

higher-order thinking skills. 

Skills presented are cumulatively 

reinforced; each worktext reintroduces 

and builds on skills taught earlier. Equally 

appropriate as a refresher course for on-level students or 

as a primary instruction for struggling students. 

FEATURES 

• Four 64-page worktexts with answer keys 

• 28 dynamic lessons in every workbook (112 in all) 

• End-of-book tests provide easy progress assessment 

• Intriguing reading selections appeal to all ages 

HIGHLIGHTS 

• Confidence-building, two-page format 

• Challenging variety of response modes includes 

those found on standardized tests 

• Consistent review and reinforcement of fundamental 

comprehension skills 

• Continuing emphasis on vocabulary development 

and dictionary practice 

• Carefully controlled reading level 

• High-interest, nonfiction reading selections 

• Critical thinking as a key component of “reading 

for meaning” 

SKILLS COVERED 

• following directions 

• identifying main idea 

• recalling details 

• making comparisons 

• identifying parts and wholes 

• activating prior knowledge 

• classifying/categorizing 

• identifying cause and effect 

• drawing conclusions 

• summarizing 

• making inferences 

• predicting outcomes 

• paraphrasing 

• making generalizations 

• detecting propaganda 

• identifying author’s purpose 

• distinguishing facts and opinions 

• using context clues to unlock word meaning 

MR #042010 Worktext A $17.95 

MR #042011 Answer Key for Worktext A $4.95 

MR #042012 Worktext B $17.95 

MR #042013 Answer Key for Worktext B $4.95 

MR #042014 Worktext C $17.95 

MR #042015 Answer Key for Worktext C $4.95 

MR #042016 Worktext D $17.95 

MR #042017 Answer Key for Worktext D $4.95 

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100 Reproducible Activities in Each Binder 

Interest Level 5-12+, ELL • Reading Level 4-8 

For students who are having difficulty understanding 

what they read or for those who need a little more 

practice than the standard textbook allows, Reading 

Comprehension offers reinforcement in traditional 

reading comprehension and language arts skills. Activities 

include adjectives, sequencing, cause and effect, 

reading labels, writing a postcard, reading maps, fact 

or opinion, character development, root words, and 

more. Activities can be completed in one class period 

or assigned as homework. The high-utility table of 

contents allows educators to pick-and-choose appropriate 

activities. Easier activities in the first binder 

lead to more challenging ones in the second. 

Reading Comprehension 1 

Sample activities include: 

• Use of Adjectives 

• Sequencing 

• Cause and Effect 

• Reading Labels 

• Mythology 

• Write a Postcard 

• Creative Writing 

• Reading Maps 

• And more! 

MR #030352 Reading Comprehension 1 $39.95 

Reading Comprehension 2 


• Fact or Opinion 

• Plot Diagrams 

• Setting the Tone 

• Reading and 

Understanding Poetry 

• Character Development 

• Test Your Vocabulary 

• Greek & Latin Root Words 

• Write a Script 

• And more! 

MR #030353 Reading Comprehension 2 $39.95 

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Activities for any Literature Unit 

Grades 1-5 

Even when 

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skills related 

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sequencing, 

characterization, 

plot development, 

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The generic worksheets, games, art activities, and 

teaching ideas are ideal for core literature as well as for 

individualized reading. 

MR #010048 Grades 1-3 (144 pages) $19.95 

MR #015590 Grades 3-5 (80 pages) $13.95 

Novel Assessments 

for Novels 

Grades 6 - 8 (80 pages) 

Encourage students’ enthusiasm 

for reading novels with creative 

assessment options. The assessments 

are based on the theory of 

multiple intelligences, allowing 

for various learning styles. 

MR #031276 $13.95 



Reading for Information 

100 Reproducible Activities in Each Binder 

Interest Level 5-12+, ELL • Reading Level 3-4 

Most of us spend a good deal of our lives “reading for 

information”. Your students will, too. This new set 

of binders will give them the practice they need to 

approach written material with confidence. What is 

it that best builds confidence Repeated success. 50 

two-page lessons in each binder (a one-page article and 

a one-page follow-up worksheet). There is a high-utility 

table of contents that can be used as a scope and 

sequence. No teacher preparation is required with this 

pick-and-choose format. The lessons may also be used 

for homework. Each binder includes answer keys. For 

students nearly every activity contains a lively illustration 

and easy-to-follow instructions. 

Reading for Information 1 


• Warrior bees 

• Female pirates 

• Ancient inventions 

• Life in the olden days 

• Annie Oakley 

• International proverbs 

• The Pony Express 

• Cures for hiccups 

• Rules of thumb 

• Living fossils 

MR #030361 Reading for Information 1 $39.95 

Reading for Information 2 


• The difficulties of 

learning English 

• Geysers 

• Prairie dogs 

• Stevie Wonder 

• The bad old days of 

basketball 

• Ancient forms of money 

• The Little Rascals 

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• The history of gymnastics 

• The last passenger pigeon 

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Learn to Read With Classic Stories 

Grades K–3 

Each book in this unique series 

is really two books in one! The 

first section of the book is an 

anthology of classic stories, retold 

by well-known authors and 

illustrators. The second section 

offers activities that will expand 

children’s knowledge of language 

arts and reading, assess reading 

and listening comprehension, 

and extend their understanding 

through creative writing activities. 

8.375” x 11.875.” 320 pp. 

Features: 

• Reinforces essential reading comprehension standards 

set forth in Reading First initiatives 

• Expands writing and language arts skills 

• Activities and stories are color-coded for easy reference 

• Activities are perforated for easy removal 

• Comprehensive answer key 

• Source notes for individual stories 

• Additional parent activities to extend learning 


MR #046564 Grade 1 $18.95 

MR #046565 Grade 2 $18.95 

MR #046566 Grade 3 $18.95 

Total Reading 

Grades PreK–6 

Success in reading is key to achievement in all other 

subject areas! This series gives students the help they 

need to succeed in all aspects of reading, from early 

concepts such as consonant and vowel sounds to more 

advanced skills such as grammar, reading comprehension, 

and responsive writing. Added features include 

an activity or puzzle printed on cardstock which 

reinforces reading skills and a complete answer key. 

An educational, grade-appropriate gatefold poster that 

focuses on an aspect of reading is included, as well as 

stickers to reward successful progress. 352 pages. 

Features: 

• Step-by-step instructions 

• Age-appropriate reading content 

• Reading puzzles 

• Gatefold poster and stickers 

• Proficiency test practice in reading 

• Answer key 

MR #046104 PreKindergarten $18.95 


MR #046106 Grade 1 $18.95 

MR #046107 Grade 2 $18.95 

MR #046108 Grade 3 $18.95 

MR #046109 Grade 4 $18.95 

MR #046110 Grade 5 $18.95 

MR #046111 Grade 6 $18.95 


Grades K–6 

This full-color series offers 

effective and enjoyable reading 

instruction that supports Reading 

First Initiatives. Based on 

curriculum that offers proven 

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series will engage reluctant 

readers and extend skills for chil- 

dren who are already proficient. Colorful illustrations 

reinforce comprehension and enliven instruction. 

8.375”x 10.875” (21.3cm x 27.6cm). 150+pp. 

• Activities reinforce skills in phonemic awareness, 

phonics, word recognition, decoding, and reading 

comprehension 

• Engaging, lively passages in curriculum content areas 

• Proven method for developing reading proficiency 

• Full-color illustrations provide cues to comprehension 


MR #046628 Grade 1 $12.95 

MR #046629 Grade 2 $12.95 

MR #046630 Grade 3 $12.95 

MR #046631 Grade 4 $12.95 

MR #046632 Grade 5 $12.95 

MR #046633 Grade 6 $12.95 

Fact & Opinion 

Grades 2–5 

One- and two-page worksheets 

allow students to practice discerning 

between fact and opinion 

in written selections. A variety 

of writing forms including advertisements, 

articles, and stories 

are included. Pages progress in 

difficulty. Reproducible. 48 pp. 

MR #028772 Grade 2 $8.95 

MR #028773 Grade 3 $8.95 

MR #028774 Grade 4 $8.95 

MR #028775 Grade 5 $8.95 

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Sight Word Stories 

Grades K–1 

Sight Word Stories is a collection 

of 18 reproducible books, a 

master word list, word cards, 

rhyming-word cards, and sentence 

strips that offer alternative 

strategies for teaching emergent 

readers. The predictable stories 

contain frequent repetition of 

controlled sight-word vocabu- 

lary, making for a frustration-free learning experience. 

64 pp. 

MR #019579 Sight Word Stories $12.95 

More Sight-Word Stories 

Grades 1–3 

This sequel to our best-selling 

book, Sight Word Stories, offers 

an alternative reading program 

for beginning readers. Teachers 

will construct over 55 books that 

methodically present all 220 

Dolch sight words. With the use 

of predictable text, controlled 

vocabulary, and frequent word 

repetition, the emergent reader 

smoothly glides from the pre-primer through the 

Dolch basic sight word list. Students will also unlock 

words through the use of phonics. 136 pp. 

MR #019601 More Sight-Word Stories $19.95 

Reading for Meaning 

Grades 1–4 

Each book includes 

activities that provide 

practice with comprehension 

skills such as 

answering questions, 

sequencing, character 

analysis, vocabulary, 

and more. 8.375” x 

10.875”. Reproducible. 

48 pp. 

MR #043827 Grades 1-2 $8.95 

MR #043828 Grades 3-4 $8.95 

Test Connection Series 

Grades 2–6 

This skill-specific series gives students practice in 

content areas they encounter in standardized tests. 

Sample test and answer sheet provide test practice. 

Reproducible. 48 pp. 

Summarizing 

Lessons include: 

•Fiction and non-fiction articles 

•Multiple choice, short answer, and complete answer 

responses 

•A focus on summarizing articles that vary in lengths 

MR #028790 Grade 2 $8.95 

MR #028791 Grade 3 $8.95 

MR #028792 Grade 4 $8.95 

MR #028793 Grade 5 $8.95 

MR #028794 Grade 6 $8.95 

Author’s Purpose 

Lessons include: 

•Fiction and non-fiction articles 

•Multiple choice, short answer, and complete answer 

responses 

•Identification of the author’s purpose for writing 

the article 

MR #028785 Grade 2 $8.95 

MR #028786 Grade 3 $8.95 

MR #028787 Grade 4 $8.95 

MR #028788 Grade 5 $8.95 

MR #028789 Grade 6 $8.95 


Teaching Beginning Reading 

A Balanced Approach 

Grades 1–3 

Turn reluctant readers into 

eager readers with this 432-page 

systematic skills program! This 

step-by-step guide for novice to 

experienced teachers explains 

how to teach children to read, 

develop sight vocabulary, phonemic 

awareness, and phonics 

skills. Suggestions for both 

guided and shared reading and 

direct and independent instruction are all included in 

each lesson. Eight units with 62 lessons, 63 kid-sized 

reproducible books, as well as letter and word cards, 

give teachers the tools to teach successful readers. 

Designed to complement any supplemental reading 

program. Suggested materials for reading are included 

as well. This is an excellent resource for ESL and 

Special Education. 432 pp. 

MR #019402 Teaching Beginning Reading $36.95 

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Creative Reading 

Grades 1–5 

This book is a way to get 

students moving, making, and 

exploring as they learn essential 

reading skills and strategies. 

Includes teacher resource pages 

with activity suggestions, as well 

as student pages with hands-on 

projects drawing from braincompatible 

research. 96 pp. 

MR #035453 Grade 1 $16.95 

MR #035454 Grade 2 $16.95 

MR #035455 Grade 3 $16.95 

MR #035456 Grade 4 $16.95 

MR #035457 Grade 5 $16.95 

Reading for Understanding 

Grades 1–8 

This series covers sequencing, 

recognizing details, character 

analysis, drawing conclusions, 

predicting outcomes, cause and 

effect, evaluation, inference, 

and following directions using 

stories about real situations. 


MR #029006 Grade 1 $8.95 

MR #029007 Grade 2 $8.95 

MR #029008 Grade 3 $8.95 

MR #029009 Grade 4 $8.95 

MR #029010 Grade 5 $8.95 

MR #029011 Grade 6 $8.95 

MR #029012 Grade 7-8 $8.95 

Read4Today 

Grades 2–5 

Supplies four problems a day for 

four days a week, covering a 40- 

week period. A separate test is 

provided for the fifth day of each 

week. Concepts include main 

reading comprehension skills, 

fluency, vocabulary, spelling and 

phonics. Includes a scope and 

sequence chart and an answer 

key. Provides good practice by incorporating the style 

and syntax of standardized tests. 112 pp. 

MR #035449 Grade 2 $17.95 

MR #035450 Grade 3 $17.95 

MR #035451 Grade 4 $17.95 

MR #035452 Grade 5 $17.95 



Reading for Every Child Series 

Using these books based on national standards, 

compatible with No Child Left Behind legislation, and 

founded on the latest research, every teacher will be 

provided with instructional explanations and stimulating 

activities to facilitate and encourage life-long 

readers. Reproducible. 80 pp. 

Phonics 

Grades K–3 

Students develop phonics skills by concentrating on 

beginning and ending sounds, blends, and vowel 

combinations. 


MR #035414 Grade 1 $13.95 

MR #035415 Grade 2 $13.95 

MR #035416 Grade 3 $13.95 

Vocabulary 

Grades K–5 

Students focus on word recognition, using context to 

decode meaning, and recognizing word origins to learn 

new vocabulary. 


MR #035408 Grade 1 $13.95 

MR #035409 Grade 2 $13.95 

MR #035410 Grade 3 $13.95 

MR #035411 Grade 4 $13.95 

MR #035412 Grade 5 $13.95 


Phonemic Awareness 

Grades K–1 

Teacher tips help students auditorally recognize and 

identify phonemes. 

MR #035400 Phonemic Awareness $13.95 


Grades K–5 

Reading selections from across the disciplines encourage 

students to understand, evaluate, and interpret 

what they have read. 


MR #035402 Grade 1 $13.95 

MR #035403 Grade 2 $13.95 

MR #035404 Grade 3 $13.95 

MR #035405 Grade 4 $13.95 

MR #035406 Grade 5 $13.95 

Fluency 

Grades K–5 

Activities provide opportunities for listening and 

reading out loud to encourage students to read with 

confidence and appropriate rhythm and pacing. 


MR #035418 Grade 1 $13.95 

MR #035419 Grade 2 $13.95 

MR #035420 Grade 3 $13.95 

MR #035421 Grade 4 $13.95 

MR #035422 Grade 5 $13.95 

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After School Reading Activities 

Grades 1–5 

Series contains reproducible 

worksheets and activities for use 

during after school programs 

or in the home that focus 

on improving reading skills. 

Pages allow students to practice 

reading while having fun and 

without the pressure of a formal 

environment. Games, paired and 

individual activities, puzzles, 

and worksheets are included. 


MR #035430 Grade 1 $16.95 

MR #035431 Grade 2 $16.95 

MR #035432 Grade 3 $16.95 

MR #035433 Grade 4 $16.95 

MR #035434 Grade 5 $16.95 

Strategies for Comprehension 

Grades 1–5 

This innovative book bridges 

the gap between basal textbooks 

and supplemental workbooks by 

leading students through skill 

modeling, guided practice, and 

partner reading for independent 

practice. Based on research in 

the National Reading Panel 

Report, this book includes reproducible 

bookmarks and content-skill 

assessments. Bound at 

the top. 144 pp. 

MR #035389 Grade 1 $19.95 

MR #035390 Grade 2 $19.95 

MR #035391 Grade 3 $19.95 

MR #035392 Grade 4 $19.95 

MR #035393 Grade 5 $19.95 

Beginning Reading for Older Students 

30 Reproducible High Interest/Emergent Skills 

Stories for the Classroom and the Home 

Grades 4–8 

A valuable addition to any reading 

program, this resource offers 

30 reproducible books that 

provide high-interest content 

on the emergent reader level. It 

is specifically valuable for upper 

elementary through high school 

ESL students, students with special 

needs, high-risk students, or 

others with reading difficulties. 

Also provides an introduction 

to all 220 Dolch words, a master vocabulary list, producible word cards, comprehensive questions, and 

reopportunities 

for writing. Reproducible. 80 pp. 

MR #029192 Beginning Reading for Older Students $16.95 

Reading: 

The Test Connection 

Grades 2–6 

Give students the edge they need 

as they face standardized tests by 

working through the progressive 

skills in Reading: The Test 

Connection. Each of three major 

sections focuses on one of the 

most frequently tested reading 

skills, including graphic organiz- 

ers, summarizing, and author’s purpose. Once students 

have sharpened their skills, the practice tests—complete 

with bubble answer sheets—will familiarize them 

with the testing environment. Reproducible. 144 pp 

MR #035438 Grade 2 $19.95 

MR #035439 Grade 3 $19.95 

MR #035440 Grade 4 $19.95 

MR #035441 Grade 5 $19.95 

MR #035442 Grade 6 $19.95 

Readers’ Theater 

Grades 2–7 

These two anthologies of funny, 

interesting, and engaging plays 

are easy to present and sure to 

tap into your students’ love of 

drama. Since readers’ theater 

can be done without costumes, 

props, or scenery, any school day 

can be a theater day! Both books 

offer plays ranging from the 

retelling of folk stories to exciting mysteries to ous fantasies. The parts in each play are written at dif- 

humorferent 

levels of reading difficulty, so your best readers 

can perform alongside students who find reading more 

of a challenge. Reproducible. 80 pp. 

MR #030674 Level 1 (Reading Level 2-5) $13.95 

MR #030675 Level 2 (Reading Level 3-7) $13.95 

Master Skills 


Grades K–6 

This exciting full-color workbook 

series continues to receive 

accolades for its challenging 

and contemporary approach to 

learning fundamentals. Bright, 

full-color illustrations enliven 

and reinforce learning. 

Features: 

• Designed by educational experts 

• Reinforces skills through practice 

• Brilliant, dynamic illustrations 



MR #046125 Grade 1 $8.95 

MR #046126 Grade 2 $8.95 

MR #046127 Grade 3 $8.95 

MR #046128 Grade 4 $8.95 

MR #046129 Grade 5 $8.95 

MR #046130 Grade 6 $8.95 

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Main Idea 

Using Topics and Details to 

See the Big Picture 

Grades 1–6 

High- interest reading selections 

and activities from across the 

curriculum teach and reinforce 

the elements of main idea including 

topic, topic sentence, and 

supporting details. With a variety 

of fun and instructional formats, 

teachers can provide direct instruction, reinforcement, 

or independent practice. Reproducible. 48 pp. 

MR #035435 Grades 1-2 $8.95 

MR #035436 Grades 3-4 $8.95 

MR #035437 Grades 5-6 $8.95 

Compare & Contrast 

Using Comparisons and Contrasts to Build 


Grades 1–6 

Comparing and contrasting are 

cornerstone skills—not only for 

reading, but also for science, 

math, and social studies. Each 

book weaves cross-curricular 

topics into a variety of absorbing 

reading activities to hone these 

important skills. Reproducible. 

48 pp. 

MR #028980 Grades 1-2 $8.95 

MR #028981 Grades 3-4 $8.95 

MR #028982 Grades 5-6 $8.95 

Sequencing 

Grades 1–6 

High-interest topics and pictures 

teach or reinforce sequencing skills 

such as first, next, last, before and 

after, cause and effect, and more. 


MR #028983 Grade 1 $8.95 

MR #028984 Grade 2 $8.95 

MR #028985 Grade 3 $8.95 

MR #028986 Grade 4 $8.95 

MR #028987 Grade 5 $8.95 

MR #028988 Grade 6 $8.95 

Reading Skills 

Grades 1–8 

Following directions, listening, 

sequencing, developing main 

ideas, and drawing conclusions 

are a few of the skills you’ll find in 

these great books. Reproducible. 

128 pp. 

MR #028973 Grades 1-2 $16.95 

MR #028974 Grades 3-4 $16.95 

MR #028975 Grades 5-6 $16.95 

MR #028976 Grades 7-8 $16.95 


Genres of Literature 

A Complete Resource 

Guide 

Grades 5–8 

An exciting approach to reading, 

writing, and language arts in 

the middle school. Aimed at 

motivating students to read 

and enjoy wider varieties of 

literature and write more. The 

book provides hands-on activity 

ideas plus bibliographies for the 

genres of realistic fiction, Newbery Award winners, 

animal tales, biography, historical fiction, nonfiction, 

news reporting/media, mystery, science fiction and 

fantasy, poetry, and plays. Reproducibles included. 

8¼”x11” (21cm x 28cm). 144 pp. 

MR #007590 Genres of Literature $19.95 

Cause & Effect 

Using Causes and Effects 

to Make Connections 

Grades 1–6 

Cause and effect relationships 

can be seen across the curriculum 

and throughout daily life. 

The cross-curricular activities 

and reading selections in these 

books help students make critical 

connections between an ac- 

tion and its effect. These books are useful for teaching 

reading comprehension as well as character education 

principles. Reproducible. 48 pp. 

MR #028992 Grades 1-2 $8.95 

MR #028993 Grades 3-4 $8.95 

MR #028994 Grades 5-6 $8.95 

High Interest Reading 

Grades 3–8 

For each reading exercise there is 

an accompanying activity page 

that covers main idea, sequencing, 

and other comprehension 

activities. Reproducible. 128 pp. 

MR #029031 Grades 3-5 $16.95 

MR #029032 Grades 6-8 $16.95 


Grades 1–8 

These collections of readings and 

accompanying activity pages will 

expand the reader’s knowledge 

as well as enhance reading skills. 

Organized by skills within 

genres. Includes fiction and nonfiction. 


MR #028998 Grades 1-2 $16.95 

MR #028999 Grades 3-4 $16.95 

MR #029000 Grades 5-6 $16.95 

MR #029001 Grades 7-8 $16.95 

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Inferencing 

Using Context Clues to Infer Meaning 

Grades 1–6 

Each book contains a variety of 

activities that require readers 

to make educated conclusions 

based on prior knowledge and 

information implied, but not 

directly stated, in the short 

stories, poems, cartoons, and illustrations. 

Inferential questions 

stimulate critical thinking skills 

and expand students’ reading 

comprehension abilities! Reproducible. 48 pp. 

MR #028995 Grades 1-2 $8.95 

MR #028996 Grades 3-4 $8.95 

MR #028997 Grades 5-6 $8.95 

Summarizing 

Focusing on Main Ideas 

and Details and Restating 

in Concise Form 

Grades 1–6 

Each book in this series guides 

students through the summarization 

process, from simply 

selecting main ideas to writing 

summaries themselves. These 

lessons use a variety of instructional 

formats including poems, maps, and fiction and 

nonfiction selections. Teachers and students are sure 

to find summarization both educationally challenging 

and fun. Reproducible. 48 pp. 

MR #028977 Grades 1-2 $8.95 

MR #028978 Grades 3-4 $8.95 

MR #028979 Grades 5-6 $8.95 

Story Elements 

Learning About the Components of Stories to 

Deepen Comprehension 

Grades 1–6 

Being able to identify the characters, 

their actions, the setting, 

the plot, and other important 

elements not only enriches the 

reading experience, but also 

deepens comprehension and 

enjoyment. On each page of Story 

Elements, students learn more 

about the parts of a story. Many 

fiction selections are linked to 

different curriculum areas, so you will be able to infuse 

your reading time with lots of facts along with lots of fun! 

Students will discover fascinating characters, challenging 

problems, and intriguing settings while working on these 

reading skill activities. Reproducible. 48 pp. 

MR #028989 Grades 1-2 $8.95 

MR #028990 Grades 3-4 $8.95 

MR #028991 Grades 5-6 $8.95 

Master Skills 


Grades 1–6 

This exciting full-color workbook 

series continues to receive 

accolades for its challenging 

and contemporary approach to 

learning fundamentals. Bright, 

full-color illustrations enliven 

and reinforce learning. 

Features: 

• Designed by educational experts 

• Reinforces skills through practice 

• Brilliant, dynamic illustrations 


MR #046151 Grade 1 $8.95 

MR #046152 Grade 2 $8.95 

MR #046153 Grade 3 $8.95 

MR #046154 Grade 4 $8.95 

MR #046155 Grade 5 $8.95 

MR #046156 Grade 6 $8.95 




Practice 

Grades 4-8 (112 pages each) 

Develop essential reading 


with nonfiction passages 

from The World Almanac® for 

Kids. Multiple choice questions 

encourage critical thinking skills, 

while helping students prepare 

to take standardized tests. 

MR #048440 Grades 4-6 $17.95 

MR #048441 Grades 6-8 $17.95 

Read All About It! 

Grades 6-8 (144 pages each) 

Packed with 64 engrossing tales 

of the extraordinary, Read All 

About It! combines actual articles 

from the Associated Press 

with exercises in reading comprehension 

and skill mastery. 

Read All About It! is divided 

into four sections: Vocabulary, 

Question and Answer, Multiple 

Choice, and True or False. 

MR #042177 Grades 6-7 $19.95 

MR #042178 Grades 7-8 $19.95 


Grades 1–8 

Teach your students the skills 

that bring meaning to text with 

these high-interest fiction and 

nonfiction selections. Each 

passage is accompanied by a 

skill page on predicting, context 

clues, story elements, inference, 

and more. Reproducible. 48 pp. 

MR #029013 Grade 1 $8.95 

MR #029014 Grade 2 $8.95 

MR #029015 Grade 3 $8.95 

MR #029016 Grade 4 $8.95 

MR #029017 Grade 5 $8.95 

MR #029018 Grade 6 $8.95 

MR #029019 Grade 7 $8.95 

MR #029020 Grade 8 $8.95 

Building Reading Comprehension 

High-Interest Selections for 

Critical Reading Skills 

Grades 1–8 

High-interest, upbeat one- and 

two-page activities to improve 

critical reading skills. Drawing 

conclusions, identifying 

the main idea, examining the 

writer’s purpose, finding story 

elements, studying vocabulary, 

and determining fact or opinion 

are among the many reading 

skills covered. Reproducible. 128 pp. 

MR #029002 Grades 1-2 $16.95 

MR #029003 Grades 3-4 $16.95 

MR #029004 Grades 5-6 $16.95 

MR #029005 Grades 7-8 $16.95 



Mysteries 

Grades 3–5 

Drawing on students’ love of 

mystery stories, these high-interest 

books combine important 

comprehension skills with fascinating 

puzzler texts. Reproducible. 

128 pp. 

MR #035394 Grade 3 $16.95 

MR #035395 Grade 4 $16.95 

MR #035396 Grade 5 $16.95 



Document-Based 

Questions for Reading 

Comprehension and 

Critical Thinking 

Grades 2-6 (112 pages each) 

Give students practice in answering the types of questions 

used in standardized tests. High-interest stories, 

primary source documents, and comprehension questions 

will hold students’ attention and encourage the 

use of higher order thinking skills. 

MR #045865 Grade 2 $17.95 

MR #045866 Grade 3 $17.95 

MR #045867 Grade 4 $17.95 

MR #045868 Grade 5 $17.95 

MR #045869 Grade 6 $17.95 

Nonfiction Reading Comprehension 

Grades 1–8 

Amazing, interesting, and 

fun-filled facts are among the 

building blocks used in the 

development of these highinterest 

readings that apply to 

the everyday lives of students. 

The wide range of readings 

and activities were designed to 

strengthen student comprehension 

skills that include following 

directions, drawing conclusions, 

visualizing, summarizing, sequencing, categorizing, 

using context clues, and Venn diagrams. A great 

supplement to your classroom reading curriculum. 


MR #029021 Grades 1-2 $16.95 

MR #029022 Grades 3-4 $16.95 

MR #029023 Grades 5-6 $16.95 

MR #029024 Grades 7-8 $16.95 

Theme-Based Reading Comprehension 

Grades 1–4 

The stories in this book allow 

students to explore a variety of 

literature genres from mysteries 

to poetry, from historical fiction 

to science fiction. Activities 

follow each reading passage and 

build skills in comprehension, 

drawing conclusions, predicting 

outcomes, and more. Researchbased 

to incorporate the principles 

in federal legislation and 

No Child Left Behind. Reproducible. 128 pp. 

MR #035381 Grade 1 $16.95 

MR #035382 Grade 2 $16.95 

MR #035383 Grade 3 $16.95 

MR #035384 Grade 4 $16.95 

Theme-Based 

Nonfiction Reading Comprehension 

Grades 4–6 

Organized by curriculum-based themes, the activities 

in these books spark students’ interests in real-life stories. 

Includes reading passages and activities to build 

skills in comprehension, vocabulary, critical thinking, 

summarizing, determining the writer’s purpose, and 

more. Research-based to incorporate the principles in 

federal legislation and No Child Left Behind. Reproducible. 

128 pp. 

MR #035385 Grade 4 $16.95 

MR #035386 Grade 5 $16.95 

MR #035387 Grade 6 $16.95 

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Nonfiction Reading 


Science 


High-interest, nonfiction articles 

help students learn about 

science topics while developing 

skills in reading comprehension. 

Each story is followed by 

questions that cover main idea, 

detail, vocabulary, and critical 

reasoning. The format is similar to that of standardized 

test, so as students progress through the book’s 

units, they are preparing for success in testing. 

MR #042204 Grades 1-2 $19.95 

MR #042200 Grades 2-3 $19.95 

MR #042201 Grade 3 $19.95 

MR #043026 Grade 4 $19.95 



Comprehension Cards 

120 durable 4” x 6” cards per box 

Use these cards to 

help students develop 


and strategies. Each 

card has a grade-appropriate 

reading 

passage and multiple 

choice questions that 

will challenge students 

to use higher level thinking skills. 

MR #044109 Level 2 $25.95 

MR #034810 Level 3 $25.95 

MR #034811 Level 4 $25.95 

MR #034812 Level 5 $25.95 

MR #048393 COMPLETE SET (4 boxes) $99.95 

Nonfiction Strategies 


Lessons detailing how to read, 

write, discuss, research, remember, 

and listen to information from 

nonfiction sources give students 

the meaningful practice they need 

to master nonfiction comprehension 

skills. Strategies are correlated 

to McRel’s Standards. 

MR #028547 Grades 1-3 $22.95 

MR #028548 Grades 4-8 $22.95 




After reading brief nonfiction 

passages about science, geography, 

or history topics, students 

answer multiple-choice and 

short-answer questions to build 

seven essential comprehension 

skills. 

MR #028623 Grade 1 $11.95 

MR #028624 Grade 2 $11.95 

MR #028625 Grade 3 $11.95 

MR #034806 Grade 4 $11.95 

MR #034807 Grade 5 $11.95 

MR #034808 Grade 6 $11.95 


101 Ways to Love a Book 

All Grades (112 pages) 

Enjoy your favorite book long 

after you’ve finished reading it! 

Exciting activities allow readers 

to explore books through arts 

and crafts, research, school 

and community projects, and 

creative writing assignments. 

MR #037215 $17.95 



Daily Independent 

Reading Record and 

Journal 

Grades 4-7 (80 pages) 

Teach students how to write 

concise responses to prompts 

about fiction, non-fiction, and 

content area text. Prompts are 

presented as forms to provide 

a structured format to help 

students organize thoughts and 

ideas into clear responses. 

MR #045870 Daily Independent Reading $14.95 

Literature Guide for 

the Middle School 

Classroom 


Use extension activities in vocabulary 

development, reading 

comprehension, and writing to 

supplement learning as students 

read novels or other literature. 

Activities support each of the six 

strands of Bloom’s Taxonomy: 

knowledge, comprehension, application, analysis, and 

evaluation. 

MR #044110 Literature Guide $11.95 

Reading Skills Mini-Lessons 

Grades 4 - 6 (96 pages) 

Improve students’ reading skills 

one strategy at a time with brief 

lessons on prediction, 

sequence, cause and effect, 

and more. Each mini-lesson 

includes a complete 

lesson plan, reproducible 

student activity pages, and 

suggestions for additional 

practice. Also included are 

silent reading practice pages 

and suggested literature ac- 

tivities to reinforce the skills. 

MR #029737 Reading Skills Mini-lessons $16.95 

Getting to Know 

Shakespeare 

Grades 6+ (64 pages) 

Innovative activities cover a 

broad range of plays that are 

grouped into three high-interest 

areas: The Supernatural, Crimes 

and Criminals, and Women in 

Shakespeare. 

MR #028559 $11.95 

Literature Circles 

The Way to Go and 

How to Get There 


Here are the detailed strategies 

teachers need to introduce and 

use literature circles: implementation, 

management, organization, 

and assessments. The book also 

includes extension activities and 

dozens of reproducible pages. 

MR #028554 $19.95 

50 Book Report Ideas 

Grades 3-6 (112 pages) 

Never run out of ideas for book 

reports and literary projects! 

Engaging activities have students 

preparing character masks, 

historical interviews, pop-up 

books, time capsules, and more! 

MR #042068 $17.95 




Readers’ theater is a powerful 

tool for developing reading 

fluency. Fluency is the ability 

to read quickly and accurately 

while using expression and 

proper phrasing. Fluent readers 

group words together in 

meaningful ways as they read. 

As readers improve fluency, they 

are able to focus on the meaning of the words they are 

reading--thus improving comprehension. 

A variety of scripts are provided to meet a range of 

reading levels. Students have opportunities to read 

individually, in pairs, and as a group. The scripts do 

not require costumes, props, or scenery. 

MR #043023 Sight Words Gr. 1-2 $16.95 

MR #043024 Multicultural Stories Gr. 2-3 $16.95 

MR #043025 Tall Tales Gr. 3-4 $16.95 



Fairy Tales 


Readers’ theater is a powerful 

tool for developing reading 

fluency. Includes a variety of 

scripts that ar designed for a 

range of reading levels. Students 

have opportunitieis to read 

individually, in pairs, and as a 

group. Standards-based lessons 

and activitiesprovide high quality learning experiences 

with minimal preparation time. The scripts do not 

require costumes, props, or scenery. 

MR #048651 Reader’s Theatre: Fairy Tales $16.95 

Fluency Practice 

Grades 1 - 4+ (96 pages) 

Fluency has two basic parts. 

Reading fluency is the ability 

to read quickly and accurately 

while using expression and 

proper phrasing. Speaking 

fluency is the ability to express 

oneself easily and gracefully. 

Each book has over 80 reading 

passages that are designed to 

engage young students by using humor, compelling 

plots, and exciting new words. 

MR #043020 Grades 1-2 $16.95 

MR #043021 Grades 2-3 $16.95 

MR #043022 Grades 4 & Up $16.95 


Reading First Activities 


Teacher-directed lessons and 

independent student activities 

focus on the five key elements 

of reading as identified by the 

National Reading Panel: phonemic 


vocabulary, and comprehension. 


MR #034708 Grade 1 $22.95 

MR #034709 Grade 2 $22.95 

MR #034710 Grade 3 $22.95 


Phonics Poetry 


Over 35 original poems 

have been written especially 

for beginning readers. The 

simplicity of the poems and the 

repetitiveness of the sounds are 

designed to help young students 

develop important reading skills: 

phonemic awareness, decoding 

skills, and fluency. 

MR #043029 Phonics Poetry $11.95 

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