Most Popular Books by Evan-Moor Educational Publishers

Read, Think, Cut & Paste contains wonderful illustrations and simple stories for children to cut and paste into the correct sequence. The activities in this book practice skills such as: - Reading for meaning - Using picture and context clues - Sequencing events in a story

Help your grade 1 students explore standards-based science concepts and vocabulary using 150 daily lessons A variety of rich resources including vocabulary practice, hands-on science activities, and comprehension tests in multiple-choice format help you successfully introduce students to earth, life, and physical science concepts. 30 weeks of instruction covers many standards-based science topics.

Strengthen vocabulary skills and raise test scores Vocabulary Fundamentals, Grade 2 provides scaffolded practice on the essential vocabulary skills your students need for academic success. The 42 skill units in grade 2 cover: - compound words - synonyms & antonyms - homophones - homographs - prefixes & suffixes

Resource for bilingual, two-way immersion, and dual-language classrooms. The same stories and activities are presented in both languages. Activities focus on the essential skills of comprehension, vocabulary, phonics, and fluency.

Provide engaging math practice and see children''s math and problem-solving skills improve with Skill Sharpeners: Math activity books! The colorful theme-based activities create enjoyable learning experiences for children and improve their math fluency, number sense, and reasoning skills. Completely updated to reflect grade-level standards, the new Skill Sharpeners: Math books are ideal for enrichment, for review, and to help students master "must-know" skills such as: addition subtraction place value multiplication fractions geometry logical thinking algebra and more Each grade level incorporates the perfect amount of math skill practice and includes word problems that challenge children to apply their understanding. Engaging theme-based units capture children''s interest with colorful visuals to help them solve problems. Each title includes: Rigorous math skill practice that reflects current standards New themed units that present math practice in a fun, colorful format A downloadable teaching guide that provides teaching tips and support for struggling children A "Test Your Skills" page at the end of each unit that lets students review the skills practiced in that unit All-new artwork that engages children with age-appropriate illustrations Skill Sharpeners: Math, grade 3 provides practice for the following skills: addition and subtraction with regrouping write numbers in expanded form divide within 100 even and odd numbers solve multi-step word problems add and subtract within 1,000 count by 5s, 10s, 100s, and 1,000s compare and sequence numbers to 10,000 multiply using arrays tell time to the nearest minute determine the value of money measurement graphing identify fractions perimeter and area identify attributes of quadrilaterals Each title includes an answer key. These activity books help children understand and master important math skills needed to form a strong math foundation and are ideal for at-home practice, homeschooling, and the classroom! Every Skill Sharpeners workbook now includes a free downloadable Teaching Guide! Skill Sharpeners: Math Teaching Guides include: How to Use directions for teaching math Sample pacing guide to complete lessons and activities Teaching suggestions for helping children learn in different modalities Extension activities that include math journals and problem solving Visual aids to help children understand difficult math strategies

Engage children in solving real-world problems with Skill Sharpeners: STEAM. STEAM is an approach to project-based learning that uses science, technology, engineering, art, and mathematics to engage children in empathizing, thinking critically, collaborating, and coming up with solutions to solve real-world problems. Skill Sharpeners: STEAM is where creativity meets academics. Each unit includes a fun hands-on STEAM project that encourages children to enjoy the journey of creating and sharing his or her solution to help create a better world. Skill Sharpeners: STEAM activity books for grade 5 are organized around 9 real-world topics related to the environment, the Earth, people and cultures, and social and emotional learning. Topics include themes such as: Diversity STEAM task: Create a book about diverse people who inspire you. Shelter in Place STEAM task: Design and make a stay-at-home kit with original activities. Community Centers STEAM task: Create and give a presentation to persuade a town council that a community center is valuable. Tiny Houses STEAM task: Create a pamphlet to persuade people to buy a tiny house. Not Enough Classrooms STEAM task: Decorate a T-shirt for a fundraiser. Each unit includes a grade-appropriate story or nonfiction reading article, a STEAM task to solve, and activities that provide an integrated approach to learning: Science: important concepts and vocabulary related to the unit''s theme Technology: models about how technology is applied in the real world Engineering: examples of engineering solutions in the world Art: creative solutions through art projects Math: math operations to figure out solutions Plus, each title includes a: Career spotlight that highlights specific careers related to the topic Supply list for each STEAM task Bonus STEAM puzzle Certificate of completion Answer key Skill Sharpeners: STEAM creates entertaining and fun activities that get children thinking and learning without even realizing it. Every Skill Sharpeners workbook now includes a free downloadable Teaching Guide! Skill Sharpeners: STEAM Teaching Guides include: How to Use directions for approaching STEAM education Sample pacing guide to complete lessons and activities Teaching suggestions with STEAM rubric and graphic organizers Extension activities that include literature suggestions, virtual field trips, and discussion guides to deepen children''s connections and understanding

Skill Sharpeners Math, Grade 3 provides practice for the following mathematics skills: - read, write, and compare numbers to 10,000 - addition and subtraction facts to 18 - two- and three-digit addition and subtraction with and without regrouping - multiplication and division facts to 81 - multipy a two- and three-digit number by a one-digit number with and without regrouping - division with and without remainders - value of pennies, nickels, dimes, quarters, dollar bills - solve word problems - tell time to the minute - identify fractions--1/2, 1/3, 1/4, 3/4, 2/3, 1/6, 1/8 - read and create graphs - measure to the nearest half inch - geometry--basic shapes, symmetry, perimeter

Using standardized testing formats, math skills are kept sharp with focused practice in computation, word problems, graphing, measurement and numbers. Includes scope and sequence charts and answer keys.

Includes 44 lesons to practice critical, logical, and creative thinking.

Skill Sharpeners Math, Kindergarten provides practice for the following mathematics skills: - read numbers to 20 - write numbers to 10 - count objects - add and subtract numbers to 10 - add and subtract doubles to 20 - sizes and numbers - identify and continue patterns - give the value of a set of pennies - recognize pennies, nickels, dimes, and quarters - solve simple word problems - identify basic shapes

Daily instruction on reading strategies and skills needed to improve comprehension and raise test scores.

Common Core Top Pick for Writing Text Types and Purposes Production and Distribution of Writing View all Common Core Top Picks for Writing Focused instruction on important nonfiction writing forms! Help your grade 2 students practice nonfiction writing skills with guided instruction using the models and activities in Nonfiction Writing, Grade 2. 18 units cover the following nonfiction writing skills: Basics of Nonfiction Writing Writing a Paragraph - Writing a Topic Sentence, Using Good Details Writing to Show Sequence - Showing Sequence, Using Order Words, Putting Sentences in Order Writing to Show Cause and Effect - Showing Causes and Effects, Using Signal Words, Organizing Your Paragraph Writing to Compare and Contrast - Making a Venn Diagram, Using Signal Words, Organizing Your Paragraph Expository Writing Writing a Summary - Retelling in Your Own Words, Organizing a Summary Writing a Descriptive Paragraph - Writing a Topic Sentence; Adding Sensory Details; Showing, Not Telling; Expanding Sentences Writing a Biography - Gathering Facts, Writing a Topic Sentence, Organizing a Biography Writing Directions - Writing an Introduction, Making It Clear, Organizing Directions Writing a News Article - Finding the 5Ws and H, Writing a Good Lead, Adding Details Writing a Response to Literature - Understanding the Prompt, Writing a Topic Sentence, Marking Up the Story, Using Details from the Story Writing a Research Report - Thinking of Questions, Choosing Good Sources, Finding Information, Taking Notes, Writing a Topic Sentence, Organizing Details Persuasive Writing Writing a Persuasive Paragraph - Trying to Persuade, Writing a Topic Sentence, Giving Reasons, Writing a Conclusion Writing a Persuasive Letter - Knowing Your Audience, Giving Reasons, Organizing Your Letter Writing a Review - Writing a Beginning, Adding Facts and Opinions, Writing an Ending Narrative Writing Writing a Personal Narrative - Choosing a Specific Topic, Using Sensory Details, Including Thoughts and Feelings, Organizing Details Writing a Friendly Letter - Writing for Your Audience, Adding Details, Sharing Thoughts and Feelings Writing a Journal Entry - Presenting the Topic, Expressing Thoughts and Feelings, Giving Details in Order Writing Creative Nonfiction - Writing a Creative First Sentence, Using Sensory Details, Using Similes

There''s a lot to know about the United States: history-making events, fascinating people, and amazing sites. U.S. facts & fun presents factual stories and fun activities ...

Provide young children a path to academic success with Top Student! This colorful activity book provides hundreds of creative and fun activities and practice pages that motivate young children to learn important reading, writing, and math skills! Top Student activities provide practice of the most important skills for each grade level, as well as opportunities for critical thinking and creativity. Colorful and creative practice pages and hands-on activities provide engaging practice to keep children motivated to learn! Core subject areas and topics include: Alphabet letters and sounds Early writing Early reading Reading comprehension Numbers and counting Shapes, colors, and patterns Sorting and matching Opposites Science Mindful moments STEM Geography Social and emotional learning Computer science These robust workbooks also include: Reward stickers Informational posters Mindful moments meditations and activities with downloadable audio* *Mindful moments with audio help children incorporate reflection and meditation into their academic life. Includes answer key.

Exploring Space covers these concepts: - Earth is part of a solar system in the Milky Way galaxy - stars are huge balls of hot, glowing gases - our sun is a star - groups of stars seen together are called constellations - each planet in our solar system has unique characteristics - Earth has one satellite called the moon - Earth''s movements through space cause day and night and the seasons - scientists study space in many ways A variety of engaging activities present the concepts in ways that students can understand. Each concept presented includes: - teacher directions for lessons - reproducible resource pages such as sets of picture cards, minibooks, and lab sheets to record the results of hands-on investigations

Provide children a path to academic success! Top Student provides hundreds of activities and practice pages to keep children challenged and excited as they strengthen their skills across all curriculum areas. Top Student activities provide practice of the most important skills for each grade level, as well as opportunities for critical thinking and creativity. Colorful and creative practice pages and hands-on activities provide engaging practice to keep children motivated to learn! Core subject areas and topics include: Handwriting Phonics Grammar and punctuation Spelling and vocabulary Reading Writing Mindful moments Math Computer science Science STEM Social studies Social and emotional learning These robust workbooks also include: Reward stickers Informational posters Mindful moments meditations and activities with downloadable audio* Information and activities about a variety of countries, cultures, and global communities *Mindful moments with audio help children incorporate reflection and meditation into their academic life. Includes answer key.

Real-world writing happens when there is a reason to write. Help students explore real-world purposes for writing with activities that demonstrate thoughtful and effective writing strategies. The real-world topics are designed to fit seamlessly into any writing program and include letters, journal entries, product opinions, advertisements, directions, interviews, and more! Units are designed to fit into a weekly lesson plan and include: - A teacher overview page that describes the purpose of the format and how to introduce it - A writing sample to model each skill - A graphic organizer to organize and plan prewriting - Two writing tasks with a response pages to practice each format - An extension activity that prompts students to relate the writing to their own lives Each unit includes four unique and scaffolded writing assignments for beginning writers and more experienced writers. The 24 writing units within each book focus on six common writing purposes: - Self-expression - Information - Evaluation - Inquiry - Analysis - Persuasion Two assessment rubrics for formal and informal writing are included to help students remember effective writing strategies. Some writing topics for grades 5-6 include: - Blog - Recipe - Business letter - Outline - Media review - Online comment - Request letter - Survey questions - News report - Catalog copy - Web page Answers will vary

Common Core Top Pick for Reading Literature and Informational TextKey Ideas and DetailsCraft and StructureRange of Reading and Level of Text ComplexityDaily instruction on the reading strategies and comprehension skills your students need to improve reading comprehension and raise test scores!Engage your students in reading, thinking about, and responding to a variety of passages and texts! Daily Reading Comprehension, Grade 6 presents your students with the reading strategies and comprehension skills they need to become strong and successful readers.