More than 80% of the second language learners in the U.S. are Spanish speaking. In order to succeed in school and beyond, these students need to learn English. This book begins with a snapshot of the research showing the benefits of teaching with cognates-closely-related words from different languages, such as lemon and limón-for students who are learning English. Putting this research into practice is made easy with the accompanying mini-cognate dictionaries that are flexible enough to use across grade levels. For use with Grades K-6.

"Easy-to-read reproducible mini-books that build vocabulary and fluency--and support the Social Studies and Science topics you teach."--Cover.

Help new readers soar with this charming set of skill-building mini-books! Each of these simple, reproducible word/picture books teaches a group of key sight words, and includes write-on lines and a matching game to make learning to read interactive and fun. A super way to build literacy in school or at home. For use with Grades PreK-2.

Help students practice beginning Spanish vocabulary and build awareness of Hispanic culture by learning common Spanish words with this informative workbook. It includes reproducible game cards that show Spanish vocabulary and their English translations, as well as game ideas and instructions, over 350 Spanish vocabulary cards, a pronunciation guide, and an answer key.

Build reading skills in class or send home in a back pocket! Reproducible favorite tales feature predictable text, rhyme, and decodable words.

This manual provides K-5 educators and homeschooling parents with tools for culturally responsive teaching including lessons to engage dual language learners and families, diversity activities to support literacy and language awareness, and games and resources to promote cultural awareness and understanding. The book includes numerous multicultural lesson plans that use bilingual books and diversity activities to support literacy development and build culturally inclusive classrooms. The lessons meet Common Core Standards and include detailed procedures, assessments, cross-curricular extension activities, and vocabulary-building flashcards. Each lesson incorporates optional ESL activities, accommodations for language learners, and suggestions for involving dual language families. Also included in the book are games, foods, and crafts from around the world; diverse language profiles; handouts to build community in the classroom; and unique holidays to celebrate diversity.Written by multicultural education expert and founder of Language Lizard, Anneke Forzani; Coordinator of the Master's of Education program in Applied Studies and Teaching at West Chester University, Heather Leaman; and two practicing elementary school teachers.

Vocabulary-building exercises for grades 4 through 8.

75 Reproducible Mini-Books for Levels A, B, & C That Give Kids a Great Start in Reading

Offers interactive stories to give beginning readers practice with consonants, vowels, and blends.