FOCUS ON NONFICTION
Young readers are introduced to essential concepts and nonfiction text styles and features, combining literacy learning with the world of factual information.
ALIGNED WITH STANDARDS
Closely aligned with the Next Generation Science Standards (NGSS) and National Council of Teachers of Mathematics Standards (NCTM).
97 LEVELED TEXTS
•Kindergarten: 8-page books / Guided Reading Levels A - E / Lexile Levels BR - 460
•Grade 1: 16-page books / Guided Reading Levels F - J / Lexile Levels BR - 750
•Grade 2: 24-page books / Guided Reading Levels J - O / Lexile Levels 420 through 820
VOCABULARY DEVELOPMENT
High-frequency words and content vocabulary are systematically introduced throughout the titles.
REAL WORLD READING
Grade-level-appropriate content appeals to young readers' curiosity about the world around them.
RESEARCH-BASED
This program is based on current literacy practices and research.
TEACHING RESOURCES - Title-Specific Lesson Cards
• before-, during-, and after-reading activities (grades K - 1)
• science-specific background information (grades 1 - 2)
• title-specific literacy and content-area reproducibles (grade 2)
• title-specific multiple-choice summative assessments (grade 2)
Designed to meet the demanding needs of today's classroom.
Discovering & Exploring Science Grades K-2
Reading Essentials in Science Grades 3-8, and 3-12 for Special Education
Reading Essentials in Social Studies Grades 3-8
Focus on Nonfiction
Young readers are introduced to essential concepts and nonfiction text styles and features, combining literacy learning with the world of factual information.
Older students build skills in content-area comprehension of informational text, a critical component of state/provincial tests and necessary for future success in and out of the classroom.
High-Impact Visual Design
Captures interest and directs attention to critical textual elements.
Real World Reading
Grade-level-appropriate content appeals to young readers’ curiosity about the world around them.
Vocabulary Development
High-frequency words and content vocabulary are systematically introduced throughout the Discovering & Exploring titles.
Aligned with Standards
Closely aligned with the Next Generation Science Standards (NGSS) and National Council of Teachers of Mathematics Standards (NCTM). The close correlation to National Science Education Standards, and provincial/state/national Language Arts standards permits easy integration with existing curricula in science.
Extends Learning
The wide range of topics allows students to extend their learning through the books themselves, related Web sites, project ideas, and parent/home activities.
Research Based
Develops students' reading proficiency through proven teaching strategies.
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