Early Learning

There are so many issues surrounding starting school that parents struggle with: selecting the best school for their child (and knowing the right things to look for and questions to ask), preparing their child emotionally and practically for starting, knowing what must-haves to buy (and what not to buy!), navigating school settling-in procedures, coping with behaviour regressions at home, friendship issues, anxiety, tricky behaviour at school, school refusal and homework. This audiobook will address these.

The Spring Babies Library contains 5 level two readers from the popular "I Love Reading" series of books. Young readers will learn about puppies, kittens, kits (baby rabbits), foals and lambs. Each book is beautifully illustrated with bright, colorful photographs of each animal. Written by a former Kindergarten teacher and elementary school librarian, the "I Love Reading" series of leveled readers encourage early reading skills through high interest text and pictures. By bestselling children's author Cindy Bracken

Visiting all of the cute animals in the zoo is so much fun! In this easy nonfiction reader by bestselling author Cindy Bracken, young children will enjoy learning about baby giraffes, elephants, zebras, gorillas, cheetahs and more! Bright, colorful photo illustrations of each animal along with simple text will engage early readers. Makes for perfect shared reading or early independent reading.

What Shall We Do Today? Snips, Yips, and Marching Music Perfect for ages 6-9: Join Imani, Tommy, and Maya on their most exciting adventure yet! What Shall We Do Today? Snips, Yips, and Marching Music is the latest installment in the beloved children's series that combines fun, friendship, and educational value in one delightful package. In this charming story, three best friends—curious Imani, enthusiastic Tommy, and knowledgeable Maya—embark on a surprise field trip to Greenleaf Garden Center where they discover the magic of seven special celebrations all happening on the same day: ...

Nancy absolutely adores stars. She loves how they sparkle in the sky, and she can even name the constellations. When she finds out her class will visit the planetarium she is ecstatic - that's a fancy word for excited. But when it starts to rain Nancy is afraid she might not be able to see the stars. Will the rain keep Nancy from watching stars sparkle?

Join Imani, Tommy, and Maya on a delightful adventure that celebrates creativity, friendship, and cultural expression! Perfect for young readers ages 6-9, this charming story in the popular "What Shall We Do Today?" series combines reading fun with valuable life lessons. When curious Imani and enthusiastic Tommy meet their friend Maya at their favorite front steps, they're surprised by her spontaneous singing. What begins as a regular day quickly transforms into an extraordinary adventure as the children discover the joy of self-expression through song, the cultural heritage of tap dancing,...

"What Shall We Do Today? The Treasure at Turtle Cove" Book Description for Amazon Kindle KDP Join Imani, Tommy, and Maya on a heartwarming adventure that combines environmental education with childhood wonder! In this delightful installment of the beloved "What Shall We Do Today?" series, three curious friends discover the magic of making a difference when they visit Turtle Cove Beach. When the children participate in a special marine conservation event, they: Learn about endangered sea turtles and their fragile habitats Help with an important beach cleanup mission Make a remarkable ...

What Shall We Do Today? Adventures with Aunt Zara Perfect for classroom read-alouds, bedtime stories, and independent reading for ages 6-9! Join curious Imani, enthusiastic Tommy, and knowledgeable Maya as they embark on an unexpected adventure with Imani's fascinating chef aunt. When the three friends meet at their favorite front steps wondering what exciting activities await them, they never imagine the day will combine museums, cooking, and family fun all in one! In this delightful addition to the popular "What Shall We Do Today?" series: Experience the wonder of International Museum Day...

Join curious Imani, enthusiastic Tommy, and knowledgeable Maya in this delightful children's story that celebrates friendship, family, and the joy of discovery! Perfect for children ages 6-9, this engaging quick read follows three best friends as they discover the magic of five special celebrations all happening on May 15th. From classroom surprises to a heartwarming family barbecue, this story teaches valuable lessons about kindness, togetherness, and appreciation. What Your Child Will Discover: The importance of family bonds during International Day of Families The joy of giving through ...

Ancient cultures have been looking up at the stars for thousands of years, wondering about their place in the universe. What were those glowing spots in the black cover of night? Just how far away was the moon? These and other questions hounded humanity through the millennia until, finally, relative economic stability allowed for a number of people to examine their world more closely. Slowly, knowledge and understanding accumulated generation by generation until the conditions were ideal enough for a revolution to occur in thinking, experimentation, worldview, and natural philosophy.

Paris, France, is the fanciest city in the world. When Ms. Glass tells the class that the new student is from Paris, Nancy cannot believe her luck. Nancy brushes up on her fanciest French words. She is ready to make a new ami. (In French that means friend.) But Robert would rather talk about horses than the Eiffel Tower. Robert may not be as fancy as Nancy, but that doesn't mean they can't have fun!

Nancy loves spelling. She can spell fun words like "happy" and French words like chien (that means "dog") and even long words like "splendid". But when Ms. Glass' spelling test is harder than Nancy anticipated, the self-professed spelling prodigy faces a tough decision that pits her pride against her principles.

Building Equitable Early Learning Programs: A Social-Justice Approach gives educators the facts, examples, strategies, and approaches needed to create and sustain programs and practices that can best serve our communities.

"Understanding Your Child from 1 to 5 Years" by Tony Manrique Guzman, narrated by Gary Treadwell, is a comprehensive and engaging audiobook that serves as your go-to guide for navigating the crucial stages of your child's early development. Covering topics from physical growth to emotional and cognitive development, common illnesses, feeding strategies, handling specific situations, accident prevention, and vaccinations.

Do you want your child to get the very best start in their education, even before they go to school? Have you considered Montessori as the way forward and want to implement it at home? This audiobook is an essential guide to get you started! The Montessori approach to child development has been tried and tested for over 100 years and the results speak for themselves. Children are naturally engaged, thoughtful, resilient, and curious about the world around them and the Montessori method taps into that in ways that other methods cannot.

A Heartwarming Children's Story About Friendship, Honesty, and Learning Through Adventure (Ages 6-9) Join Imani, Tommy, and Maya—three diverse, curious friends—as they embark on a special adventure celebrating five important days all at once! Perfect for classroom read-alouds or bedtime stories, this multicultural children's book seamlessly weaves important values with engaging fun. In this delightful educational story, children will discover: The rich heritage of jazz music and how musicians "talk" through their instruments (International Jazz Day) The importance of animal shelters and...

With practical strategies and actionable advice, Peak Human Clock arms you with the vital tools you need now to maximize your day around your body’s clock.

Fancy Nancy and her class are going to see The Big Bubble Show! Nancy and Bree can't wait to go. But when Bree gets sick and has to miss the show, Nancy decides to put on a bubble show of her own. Will Nancy and her classmates be able to put on the best bubble show ever?

It's spring vacation, and Nancy is feeling glum because her best friend, Bree, is out of town. Luckily, it's Nancy's mom to the rescue! When she brings home a brand-new set of glitter markers, Nancy puts her trademark flair to trÈs creative use and devotes herself to becoming a serious artist (or artiste, as the French say). After all, everything about being an artist is fancy, fancy, fancy - especially when inspiration strikes!

Almost everything about Valentine's Day is fancy... especially with Fancy Nancy! Mystery is in the air when Nancy receives a valentine from a secret someone. Join Nancy as she follows the clues to find out who it is—all in her trademark fabulous style, of course. Gorgeous stickers included!