Brave Like My Brother


Book Description

The action of WWII comes alive in this chapter book through American soldier Joe's letters home to his younger brother, Charlie! When Charlie's brother, Joe, is called up to fight in World War II, he promises to write letters to ten-year-old Charlie as often as he can. It won't make up for not being there to help Charlie out with the neighborhood bullies, but it's all Joe can do. Life is tough for a soldier, and Joe tells Charlie all about it, from long hikes in endless rain and mud to the stray dog his company adopts. But when Joe is sent on a secret mission with the one soldier he can't stand, he will have to face risks that place their mission -- and their lives -- in grave danger. Charlie knew his brother was strong, but he will discover that Joe is more of a hero than he lets on. Will Joe's letters give Charlie the strength to stand up for himself and be brave, too?




A Visit to a Farm Guided Reading 6-Pack


Book Description

Take a trip to the place where cows and horses play and fields of crops grow in this nonfiction book that tours a farm! Early elementary readers will discover the types of farm animals, crops, and different machinery used to run a farm. With informational text, a picture glossary, a map of the farm, and bright, colorful photos, readers will want to learn all about life on a farm! This 6-Pack includes six copies of this Level J title and a lesson plan that specifically supports Guided Reading instruction.







My Big Family Guided Reading 6-Pack


Book Description

Introduce beginning readers to basic familiar vocabulary including family, mother, father, sister, brother, grandma, grandpa, and pets through vibrant images and informational text. This 6-Pack includes six copies of this Level A title and a lesson plan that specifically supports Guided Reading instruction.




Soo Yun's Book Guided Reading 6-Pack


Book Description

When exchange student Soo Yun has to return home to Korea, her class makes her a beautiful scrapbook so that she will never forget the wonderful times she had in America. Each page is an entry from a student who would like to share their favorite memory of spending time with Soo Yun. As readers flip through the pages of this heartfelt book, they will find out what a great friend Soo Yun was to her American friends and the many cultural differences they were able to share with one another. Readers will enjoy the dazzling illustrations and lovely anecdotes about Soo Yun's time in the United States. This 6-Pack includes six copies of this Level L title and a lesson plan that specifically supports Guided Reading instruction.




My Foot Fell Asleep Guided Reading 6-Pack


Book Description

Amazing vocabulary and varying poetic styles make this book of poems unique and entertaining. Children will love these silly poems accompanied by each adorable illustration. Featuring poems like "Frankenstein's Monster World Tour'', "I Can Fly", and "Oodles of Noodles", readers will surely be delighted with such engaging tales. This 6-Pack includes six copies of this Level M title and a lesson plan that specifically supports Guided Reading instruction.




My Brother Sam Is Dead


Book Description

The classic story of one family torn apart by the Revolutionary War All his life, Tim Meeker has looked up to his brother. Sam is smart and brave, and is now a part of the American Revolution. Not everyone in town wants to be a part of the rebellion. Most are supporters of the British, including Tim and Sam’s father. With the war soon raging, Tim knows he will have to make a choice between the Revolutionaries and the Redcoats, and between his brother and his father.




A Box Can Be Many Things


Book Description

For use in schools and libraries only. A girl and her younger brother save an old box and pretend it is a cave, car, house, and cage. Even when it lies in pieces on the ground, their imaginations lead them to even more inventive uses for the box.




Fast Break


Book Description

From the #1 bestselling author of Heat, Travel Team and Million-Dollar Throw comes a feel-good basketball tale reminiscent of The Blind Side. Forced to live on his own after his mom dies and her boyfriend abandons him, 12-year-old Jayson does whatever it takes to get by. He will do anything to avoid the foster care system. He manages to get away with his deception until the day he gets caught stealing a new pair of basketball sneakers. Game over. Within a day a social worker places him with a family from the other side of town, the Lawtons. New home, new school, new teammates. Jayson, at first, is combatative, testing the Lawtons' patience at every turn. He wants out, yet the Lawtons refuse to take the bait. But not everyone in Jayson's new life is so ready to trust him. It's on Jayson to believe that he deserves a better life than the one he once had. The ultimate prize if he can? A trip to play in the state finals at Cameron Indoor Stadium–home to the Duke Blue Devils and launching pad to his dream of playing bigtime college ball. Getting there will be a journey that reaches far beyond the basketball court. "Eager fans will find this a slam-dunk. A must-purchase."–Booklist "Lupica's announcer-like delivery will have you breathless, on the edge of your seat, cheering."--Florida Times-Union