In Numbears, an equally delightful bunch of bears demonstrates numbers one through twelve: Mikey's built five jolly snowmen; One has a scarf and a vest. He's put a bow tie on another. And snow hats on all of the rest. Michael Hague's warm, detailed paintings complement Kathleen Hague's happy, rhyming texts. Even the youngest of readers will treasure and learn from these two charming concept books.

A comprehensive annotated guide to 663 counting books, divided into ten subject areas. Each section includes a description of the subject area, an annotated bibliography of related books, and a number of activities that can be used in connection with counting and math books. Reproducible activity pages are included in each section.

Introduces a bear for each letter of the alphabet and describes its special qualities in rhyme.

This practical, easy-to-implement guide was developed by surveying student teachers, substitute teachers, returning teachers, emergency credential teachers, and teacher educators. Your Mentor contains their wide-ranging recommendations of what they wanted to see included in a teaching reference. Actual samples of lesson units, themes, and communications with parents are included along with easy-to-follow, classroom-tested suggestions for: Making lesson plans Keeping records Using technology in the classroom Planning special events Developing and maintaining professional credentials and portfolios This book is a valuable reference tool for those in their first few years of teaching, teachers returning to the classroom, and students considering the teaching profession. It will serve as a daily companion—like the experienced mentor we all want and need.

In Alphabears Kathleen and Michael Hague used twenty-six lovable teddy bears to introduce the letters of the alphabet. In Numbears twelve huggable bears taught the numbers one to twelve. Now the Hagues bring us Calendarbears in which twelve adorable new bears take us on a journey through the year. Kathleen's playful verse introduces a delightful bear for each month, while Michael's sumptuous art brings both bear and season to life. This wonderful evocation of the year will add charm to any nursery bookshelf as each bear makes its way into the hearts of readers of all ages-- whatever the month.

In this gentle and reassuring bedtime story, a mother reveals to her child all the delightful secrets about how fairies live, work, and play. Full color.

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