Gus finds a jug but the jug is stuck! Beginning readers can follow along as they discover what good (and bad) luck Gus and his friends have as they try to pull the jug out. Bright images, fresh text, and challenge words work together to provide examples of short U sounds and aid in the progression of early reading and phonemic skills. This 6-Pack includes six copies of this Level F title and a lesson plan that specifically supports Guided Reading instruction.

Children will learn about various types of weather and what to wear for each type in this engaging, delightful book. Perfect for new readers, the simple text and colorful images work closely together to provide readers with the tools they need to gather information to comprehend what is happening in the story. Beginning readers will be inspired to participate in a shared reading experience and retell what they learn and discover in this book. This 6-Pack includes six copies of this Level H title and a lesson plan that specifically supports Guided Reading instruction.

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.

Stars light up the sky on a clear night. They may look the same from Earth, but they come in many sizes and colors. Students will launch into learning about the composition and classification of stars, the "life cycle" of these nonliving luminaries, galaxies, our solar system, and more through this high-interest informational text filled with vibrant photographs. Aligned to the Next Generation Science Standards, a hands-on "Think Like a Scientist" lab activity and a "Your Turn" page at the end of the book support STEM Education and provide young scientists with an opportunity to apply what they've learned in the text. Helpful diagrams, including a Venn diagram of the three types of galaxies, and text features, such as a glossary and index, are also included to reinforce content-area literacy and improve close reading. This 6-Pack includes six copies of this Level V title and a lesson plan that specifically supports Guided Reading instruction.

Buttercup the chicken loves her life with her English family and their dog, Oxford. But one day she meets a family of chickens and must decide which family she wants to live with forever. Readers will be captivated by this story featuring beautiful illustrations, short chapter format, and compelling text that build reading comprehension and fluency. This 6-Pack includes six copies of this title and a content-area focused lesson plan.

Charlie can't seem to get enough of the delicious treats at the state fair. When he gets on a roller coaster, he suddenly realizes it might not have been the best idea to eat so much food! With delightful illustrations and engaging text, readers will love the silly messes that Charlie finds himself in. This 6-Pack includes six copies of this Level M title and a lesson plan that specifically supports Guided Reading instruction.

Young readers can take a somewhat perilous tour of the zoo with this story. As readers are introduced to Andulus tortoises, lemurs, and emus, they may learn some fascinating facts that they didn't know before. For instance, did you know that lemurs like to drink their Madagascan coffee out of fine china mugs? Children will discover facts like these and so much more. Humorous illustrations and intriguing animals will make readers want to visit this zoo again and again. This 6-Pack includes six copies of this Level N title and a lesson plan that specifically supports Guided Reading instruction.

Time has fascinated humans for thousands of years. We have struggled to find ways to keep track of time and predict patterns in nature. Ancient people watched the skies to study nature's cycles and mark them in time. From these, calendars were born. Though we may not be aware of it, we live by the time we keep. Created in collaboration with the Smithsonian Institution, this book builds students' literacy skills while fostering curiosity, creativity, and innovation. The hands-on STEAM challenge is ideal for makerspace activities, and guides students through every stage of the engineering design process. This book features: Real-world examples provide insight into how the engineering design process is used to solve real-world problems; Content that highlights every component of STEAM: science, technology, engineering, art, and math; Career advice from Smithsonian employees working in STEAM fields; Dynamic images and text features enhance the reading experience and build visual literacy. This 6-Pack includes six copies of this title and a lesson plan that specifically supports guided reading instruction.