R.C. Sproul weaves an allegorical tale that captures the essence of the biblical story of redemption in a manner that will fascinate and delight children. A race of tiny beings known as lightlings are a picture of humanity as they pass through all the stages of the biblical drama – creation, fall, and redemption. In the end, children will understand why some people fear light more than darkness, but why they need never fear darkness again.The Lightlings is an excellent introduction to the key themes of Scripture. Richly detailed illustrations by Justin Gerard will hold children’s interest, and discussion questions with Scripture references in the back will help parents guide children into the deeper meaning of the story.

    The kids are following the planned clues when they stumble upon a real crime. This exciting extension to the A to Z Mysteries chapter book series features favorite characters, a longer plot, alphabet clues, and a 26-letter message hidden in the art.“I will be so sad when I have read Z, and there will be no more Dink, Josh, and Ruth Rose.”—Jack P.“I think if you’re not that busy, you could do every letter again.”—Abigail D. With the publication of The Zombie Zone in April 2005, the A to Z Mysteries series was complete. But, A to Z fans, no need to fear . . . the A to Z Mysteries Super Editions are here! The fans wanted more, and they’re getting it—more adventure, more illustrations, more Dink, Josh, and Ruth Rose—all in a book nearly double the length of standard A to Z Mysteries. The alphabet may be finished, but A to Z fun keeps on coming!From the Trade Paperback edition.

    Make it a better place. Adri's mama and papa share some of the wisdom they have gained through the years with their eager son. Their words, simple and powerful, are meant to comfort and guide him as he goes about exploring the world. This exquisitely illustrated book explodes with color and honest insights. Kranz's uniquely painted "rockfish," set against vibrant blue seas, make an unforgettable and truly special impression. Only One You will inspire parents and children of all ages as they swim through the sea of life.

    Explore the extraordinary pyramids and artifacts of this ancient civilization from a biblical worldview with archaeologists Dr. John Ashton and David Down. Ashton and Down do not disappoint as they dare to reveal the remarkable corroboration between the Old Testament Bible records and Egypt's historical documents and archaeological finds.Using historically confirmed dates in later Egyptian history and the years between events recorded in the Bible, Ashton and Down construct a timeline of the kings of Egypt which dates back to just two centuries before the biblical dating of Noah's flood. Abraham, Joseph, Moses and Jesus each spent part of their lives in Egypt. In recent years, however, liberal teachers and professors have used the traditional Egyptian chronology to undermine the truth of the biblical record found in the Old Testament book of Exodus.Unwrapping the Pharaohs takes you back in time to study famous Egyptians, their dynasties and structures such as:• Tutankhamen, the boy-king• Hatshepsut, the female pharaoh• Cleopatra• Seneferu, the world's greatest pyramid builder• Pharaohs of the Bible• The Great Sphinx of Giza• The Lost Pyramid on the Saqqara Plateau• And many more intriguing people and placesBoth Christian believers and skeptics will find this well documented and beautifully illustrated research fascinating.Bonus Content:Packaged with this excellent educational resource for those enthralled by history, archaeology and the Bible, is a 90-minute DVD offering a breathtaking journey through the pyramids and temples of Egypt with author and archaeologist David Down.

    Read and find out about some of the animals that are almost gone. This nonfiction picture book is an excellent choice to share during homeschooling, in particular for children ages 5 to 7. It’s a fun way to learn to read and as a supplement for activity books for children.This is a Level 2 Let’s-Read-and-Find-Out Science title, which means the book explores more challenging concepts for children in the primary grades and supports the Common Core Learning Standards, Next Generation Science Standards, and the Science, Technology, Engineering, and Math (STEM) standards. Let’s-Read-and-Find-Out is the winner of the American Association for the Advancement of Science/Subaru Science Books & Films Prize for Outstanding Science Series.

    The child will enjoy answering the questions included, reading the Bible verse, and saying the prayer. This is a devotional that little children will love. Delightful and humorous watercolors of animals illustrate these devotions.

    Miss Perry always has a new fondest wish—something new to read, sing, celebrate. But then an awful thing happens: Miss Perry dies in a car accident, and everything is suddenly sad and complicated.Yet Stevie and his classmates must find their way to happiness again. It would surely be Miss Perry’s fondest wish.Pat Brisson and Stéphane Jorisch have created a poignant story, appropriate for children coping with a teacher’s death or in need of comfort after any loss. Readers of all ages will be affected by its depth and honesty, and buoyed by its capacity for joy.

    After hilariously disastrous attempts at dress design and poetry, Belle helps Claire realize that her talents lie much closer to home. Find out where her creativity reveals itself in this full-color padded and glittered hardcover storybook.

    The cats are back with their comical examples to drive home to readers just what a noun is. Specific types of nouns--such as abstract nouns and proper nouns--are also introduced in this giggle-a-page expansion on the topic.

    What could be better than pulling on the lettuce in Claes Oldenburg’s Two Burgers with Everything? Or stroking the fluffy eyelashes on Warhol’s pink-toned Marilyn? It’s an experience kids will never forget.

    - Fits national reading standards by linking images to the text to provide picture clues and introducing age-appropriate vocabulary.- The repetitive language, structure, and rhyming patterns help children decipher words.- Word lists at the back of each book help build reading vocabularies.Curriculum Standards: Grades K-4 Social Studies StandardsCulture: I- Describe ways in which language, stories, folktales, music, and artistic creations serve as expressions of culture and influence behavior of people living in a particular culture.Individual Development and Identity: IV- Explore factors that contribute to one's personal identity such as interests, capabilities, and perceptions.

    With two books in one—Spider Kane and the Mystery Under the May-Apple and Spider Kane and the Mystery at Jumbo Nightcrawler’s—this is a great read-aloud for younger children as well as perfect for kids reading Magic Tree House books or outgrowing them.

    This clever book of baby announcement riddles will have children giggling as they use the various text and illustrated clues to guess what baby was just born. The riddles introduce the life cycle of 12 different animals.The -For Creative Minds- section was vetted for accuracy by educators at the Houston Zoo and includes an -It's a Numbers Game- activity, information on animal families, fun facts about the 12 animals in the riddles, and a -Design a Birth Announcement- craft for a new pet or sibling.

    There they meet a hungry little ant and the gentle giant of a switchman who cares for him.

    He stinks. But that's what stink bugs do. So, when Stanley arrives at Camp-Bug-a-Boo, he creates quite a...

    Lively narrative text, colourful illustrations and photographs bring the subject alive. Includes essential facts and insightful details to help the reader understand Martin Luther King's life and times, and links to recommended websites with video clips and activities. Part of Young Reading Series 3 for fully confident readers.

    This bright, bold, friendly book uses phonics to teach word recognition and rhyming patterns. Learning to read has never been so much fun!

    Who better to playfully explore these beasts than those impresarios of imagination, Meg and Lucy Clibbon? This creative team presents a fun-filled guide to more than 20 mythical beings. Prepare to meet creatures great (bad-tempered giants are best avoided) and small (dwarves are small in stature but big on brains). You’ll also encounter old favorites—from the mysterious Sphinx to the elusive Loch Ness Monster—and new surprises, like the Australian Bunyip. Other featured creatures include, Unicorns, Trolls, Mermaids, The Phoenix, Centaurs, Werewolves, Fairies Playful profiles for each offer a description spiced with the wit and luscious illustrations of the beasts and the panoramic landscapes they occupy.

    But now the school year is over, and it’s time to remember, to celebrate, and for Miss Bindergarten to say,"Goodbye, kindergarten. It’s been a special year."The bestselling Miss Bindergarten series comes to a sweet and jubilant conclusion by honoring an important passage: the last day of kindergarten. Filled with last-day classroom celebration ideas, it’s also a perfect gift to commemorate graduation and moving-up ceremonies!

    Math riddles encourage young readers to think through math problems as they study both the amusing verse and pictures. Solutions and tables are provided.

    Jenna and her younger brother and sister are hungry and living on the streets in Agrabahâ��that is, until Jenna becomes best friends with Princess Jasmine! Find out how this streetwise little girl gets invited to live in a princessâ��s palace in this full-color padded and glittered hardcover storybook.

    Readers of all ages will delight in this drum-beating, hand-clapping, foot-stomping celebration of culture and tradition.Come along as we explore the fascinating origins of African dance, as rich and diverse as the continent itself. Discover unique rituals, colorful costumes, and rhythmic instruments. Learn about dances that have been passed from generation to generation through the ages. See those very same dances come alive with a new generation of dancers. In captivating detail Drumbeat In Our Feet captures the beauty, history, and energy of African dance. Readers of all ages will delight in this drum-beating, hand-clapping, foot-stomping celebration of culture and tradition.

    Learning to tell time this way will also help children improve their general understanding of numbers. Ages 4-6.

    Includes instructions for a related activity.

    Richly detailed illustrations combine with rhyming riddles to give an fun and informative look into the life cycle of seeds from North America.

    Explains the concept of gravity by taking a trip on the space shuttle.

    Written in graphic-novel format.

    

    Standards edition, Singapore Primary Mathematics Teacher's Guide for course 2A.

    A complete guide to teaching with pattern blocks, this full-color resource book includes lessons, blackline masters with answers, hundreds of illustrations, challenge activities and ample suggestions for class discussion.

    Employing the Gill-Cartwright signature style of mingling fiction and fact, this book is brimming with fun and fascinating information and wonder about the tallest, coldest, wildest mountain in America.

    Children learn about many of the countries' unique features from cultural to industrial and architectural landmarks.

    Each title emphasizes one phonics family, the first five books in each set focusing on one vowel sound, and the remaining four books combining some vowel sounds or reviewing them all. Short vowel families are covered in Level 1 readers and long vowel families in the Level 2 books. Fiction titles feature attractive illustrations and have story themes ranging from funny to serious. Each fiction title also suggests a brief activity that allows kids to interact with the book's subject matter. Nonfiction titles are photo illustrated, and include "Fun Facts" to enrich children's reading experiences. The nonfiction books contain the basic elements of a nonfiction book, including glossary and index. They also suggest web sites appropriate to kids' interests where more information about each book's subject is offered. Both fiction and nonfiction titles contain word lists that group each book's words into "decodable" words--those containing the book's main vowel sound, which the book is either teaching or reviewing. Word lists also include high-frequency words and challenging words included in the main text. All books present a letter to parents and teachers explaining the fundamental concepts underlying both the series and the specific title. Level 1 readers are designed for classroom or home schooling use in preschool and kindergarten, and Level 2 readers for kindergarten and grade 1. "Lan's Plant" is a story that covers the "short a and e" sounds.

    Or can they? "I am older," Cork said. "I need to be taller. It is a rule." Can friendship break such rules?The gentle, humorous story in this second Cork & Fuzz title will captivate beginning readers, while the charming illustrations add just enough visual cues to help them along.

    

    Every day Arthur looks for a postcard in the mail, but finds nothing from Buster. When Arthur learns that all his friends at school have heard from Buster, Arthur is crushed—until the postman sets things right again the day before Buster’s scheduled return.

    Perfect for motivating new and reluctant readers! This level 3 title for confident readers introduces multisyllabic words and more advanced vocabulary, complex vowel sounds, more challenging story lines, and advanced sight words. GRL: M