STL 2026 Digital Catalog

2026 Catalog

Foundational Phonics

Engage & Explore at Home Sets

Over 1500 decodable titles available to customize your Science of Reading solution!

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Contents Custom Collection & Label Options 1 Steps to Literacy Reader Complexity Scale 2-3 Exclusive Products 4-13 Language Arts 14-71 Reading Comprehension Strategies 16 Reading and Writing Connectors 22 Focused Literacy 26 Award Winners & Starred Reviews 2023 & 2024 32 Lexile Libraries 34 Take Home Reading Bags 36 Engage and Explore 42 Choice and Voice 44 Striving Readers 47 Genre Collections 48 Popular Series 60 Essential Classroom Libraries 64 Character Education and Social Development 68 Reading Instruction 72-101 Science of Reading 74 Guided Reading 86 Specialty Collections 102-117 Financial Literacy 104 Pre-K 110 Jumpstart to Kindergarten 112 Family Engagement Bags 114 Creative Reads 116 Diversity and Multicultural Perspectives 118-131 Biographies 120 Notable Diverse Literature 121 Indigenous and Native Peoples 122 Remarkable Women 126 Favorite Diverse Characters 127 Own Voices 128 Science 132-149 NGSS 133 STEAM 146 Social Studies 150-165 Spanish 164-207 Spanish Balanced Literacy Classroom 168 Authentic 184 Poetry 188 Science 190 Social Studies 196

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Packaging Options

Our Content Specialists can custom curate literacy solutions to meet the needs of individual schools or classrooms

This team of certified educators hand selects all titles based on the customer’s preference at no additional charge

We source from our 200+ publishing partners to bring a robust, high-quality selection to everything we do

Classroom libraries arrive in complimentary book bins labeled and ready to go on the bookshelf

Classroom Library & Bookroom

• All titles packed by level into complimentary plastic book bins • Each bin includes a label indicating title list and levels • Classroom libraries include 1 copy per title • Bookrooms include 6 copies per title packed in bags and bins

Choose Your Standard Label Organization:

• Alphabetize by Title (no levels) • Alphabetize by GRL then title • Numerical by Lexile then title • STL Reader Complexity

When you see this icon, STL Reader Complexity organization is included!

Kindergarten Fiction Classroom Library

Title

GRL

Variety & Class Pack

• • •

Variety Pack includes 1 copy per title Class Pack includes 6 copies per title Collection is packed in a singular resealable plastic bag

Independent Reading Lexile Focus: Classroom Library

Thirst - 700L Gone Wolf - 700L

Dragons in a Bag - 740L Crossover Tie-in Edition, The - 750L Good Night, Mr. Tom - 760L The Internet - 760L Roblox - 770L She Persisted: Simone Biles - 770L Ferdinand Cheval - 780L Theo Tan and the Iron Fan - 780L Coding with Robotics - 790L The Eyes and the Impossible - 790L Planet Power - 800L The Enchanted Bridge - 800L Amina's Song - 800L

Jordan and Max, Field Trip! - 700L The School for Invisible Boys - 700L Malamander - 710L Merci Suárez Can't Dance - 710L A Dragon Used to Live Here - 710L The Daredevils - 720L Puerto Rico - 720L Super Healing - 720L Honest June: Secrets and Spies - 720L Mario and the Hole in the Sky - 730L What Comes Next - 740L

Kindergarten Fiction Classroom Library

• Variety Pack features label with title list and levels on the front • Collection name/ISBN barcode is included on the top of the label

Lexile

STL Reader Complexity

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Grade(s) and Reader Type

Critical Literacy Skills

Book Types / Genres / Topics

• Engaging in conversations and storytelling • Recognizing that print carries meaning • Exposure to letter names and sounds • Beginning to associate letters with sounds • Hearing and playing with sounds in words • Understanding and using new vocabulary • Retelling stories with key details • Tracking print from left to right and top to bottom • Understanding that letters represent sounds • Beginning to decode simple words (e.g., cat, dog) • Recognizing upper- and lowercase letters • Recognizing and generating rhyming words • Learning new words through conversation and reading • Understanding that print carries meaning • Understanding that letters represent sounds • Beginning to decode simple words (e.g., cat, dog) • Recognizing upper- and lowercase letters • Recognizing and generating rhyming words • Recognizing and manipulating individual sounds (phonemes) in spoken words • Retelling stories with detail and sequence • Understanding word meanings in context • Using descriptive language in speech and writing • Blending and segmenting multi-syllable words • Recognizing sound patterns in word families • Applying phonics rules to unfamiliar words • Engaging in discussions using complete sentences • Learning new words through reading and conversation • Using context clues to determine word meaning • Incorporating new vocabulary into speech and writing • Blending and segmenting sounds in multi-syllable words • Recognizing digraphs (sh, ch, th) and vowel teams (ea, ai, oo) • Applying phonics rules to decode unfamiliar words • Participating in discussions using complete, thoughtful sentences • Using context clues to determine word meaning • Applying new vocabulary in writing and discussion • Decoding multisyllabic words and applying phonics rules • Recognizing common prefixes and suffixes (e.g., un-, -ing) • Using word families and spelling patterns to read unfamiliar words • Participating in discussions using complete, thoughtful sentences • Learning new words through independent reading and discussion • Using context clues and word analysis to determine meaning • Automatically recognizing high-frequency and irregular words • Decoding multi-syllabic words and using word parts (prefixes, suffixes, roots) • Applying phonics knowledge to unfamiliar vocabulary • Reading smoothly with appropriate speed, accuracy, and expression • Responding to texts with opinions, summaries, or analyses • Understanding and using grade-level vocabulary, including academic and domain-specific words • Using context clues, word parts (prefixes, suffixes, roots) to determine word meaning • Smooth, expressive reading with appropriate pacing and intonation • Increased reading stamina for longer books • Asking and answering literal and inferential questions • Recognizing author’s purpose and point of view • Responds to reading with reasoned arguments and textual evidence • Understands and uses complex and academic vocabulary • Uses punctuation cues to guide phrasing and intonation • Increased reading stamina for longer books • Identifies main ideas, supporting details, and text structures • Make inferences and draw conclusions supported by textual evidence • Evaluates the author’s purpose, point of view, and bias • Navigates and interprets complex text features (charts, graphs, timelines)

• Making connections while reading • Asking and answering questions about texts • Understanding story structure (beginning, middle, end) • Using pictures to learn • Asking questions about the topic • Identifying and manipulating individual sounds (phonemes) in words • Memorizing high-frequency words (we.g., the, is, and) • Making connections while reading • Asking and answering questions about texts • Using pictures to learn • Asking questions about the topic • Decoding simple words using letter-sound knowledge • Memorizing high-frequency words (e.g., the, and, is) • Recognizing words automatically to improve comprehension • Making predictions and connections while reading • Understanding the purpose of nonfiction • Asking and answering questions about the text • Reading and writing high-frequency words automatically • Reading aloud with accuracy, expression, and pacing • Making predictions and inferences • Identifying main ideas and supporting details • Understanding story elements (characters, setting, plot) • Recognizing and using text features • Recognizing irregular spellings (e.g., said, does, come) • Reading aloud with accuracy, appropriate pacing, and expression • Making predictions and inferences • Identifying main ideas, characters, setting, and plot • Recognizing and using text features • Identifying the main topic and key ideas • Reading high-frequency and irregular words effortlessly • Recognizing words automatically to support comprehension • Summarizing key ideas and identifying supporting details • Understanding story elements (characters, setting, plot, conflict, resolution) • Self-monitoring for comprehension and re-reading when needed • Increased reading stamina for longer books • Comparing and contrasting texts, characters, and themes • Understanding cause and effect, problem and solution, and author’s purpose • Analyzing and understanding more complex plot and character development • Making connections and drawing conclusions • Navigating nonfiction text features (headings, captions, diagrams) • Distinguish between facts and opinions • Identifying cause and effect relationships • Understanding character traits, motivations, and changes • Identifying themes and moral lessons • Comparing and contrasting characters, settings, and plots across texts • Recognizing figurative language (e.g., similes, metaphors) • Comparing and contrasting texts and ideas • Identifying the main topic and key details • Synthesizes information from multiple sources • Distinguishes between fact, opinion, and reasoned judgment • Analyzes character development, plot structure, and theme • Recognizes and interprets figurative language (e.g., idioms, metaphors, personification) • Compare and contrast literary texts across genres and authors • Explores narrative techniques such as dialogue, flashback, and foreshadowing

Pre-K Pre-Emergent Reader

Book Types: Picture Books, Label Books, Wordless Books, Beginner Decodables/Phonics Books With Focus On Letter Names/Sounds, Board Books, Early Readers, Both Fiction And Nonfiction Across A Range Of Topics. Topics: Author Studies, Animals/Animal Fantasy, Poetry/Rhymes, Nursery Rhymes, Community Helpers, Cumulative Tales, Family Studies, Math, Financial Literacy, Science, Social Studies, Emotions Book Types: Picture Books, Label Books, Wordless Books, Beginner Decodables/Phonics Books, Early Readers, Content Specific Readers, And Informational Texts Across A Range Of Topics. Topics: Author Studies, Animals/Animal Fantasy, Poetry/Rhymes, Nursery Rhymes, Community Helpers, Cumulative Tales, Family Studies, Math, Financial Literacy, Science, Social Studies, Emotions

Reader Complexity Scale Our proprietary reading scale systematically maps critical literacy skills across grade levels, enabling educators to align instructional goals with curated collections that reflect developmental reading needs.

Pre-K/ Kindergarten

Emergent Reader

Kindergarten Foundational Reader

Book Types: Picture Books, Wordless Books, Beginner Decodables/Phonics Books, Early Readers, Favorite Characters, Content Specific Readers, And Informational Texts Across A Range Of Topics. Topics: Author Studies, Animals/Animal Fantasy, Poetry/Rhymes, Nursery Rhymes, Community Helpers, Cumulative Tales, Family Studies, Math, Financial Literacy, Science, Social Studies, Emotions

Kindergarten/Grade 1 Early Reader

Book Types: Picture Books, Transitional Decodables/Phonics Books, Early Readers, Favorite Characters, Beginning Chapter Books, Illustrated Chapter Books, Beginner Graphic Novels, Content Specific Readers, And Informational Texts Across A Range Of Topics. Topics: Author Studies, Animals/Animal Fantasy, Poetry/Rhymes, Nursery Rhymes, Community Helpers, Cumulative Tales, Family Studies, Math, Financial Literacy, Science, Social Studies, Emotions Picture Books, Transitional Decodables/Phonics Books, Early Readers, Series Books, Beginning Chapter Books, Illustrated Chapter Books, Beginner Graphic Novels, Content Specific Readers, And Informational Texts Across A Range Of Genres And Topics. Genres & Topics: Animals, Science/Technology, Math, Financial Literacy, Social Studies, Biographies, High-Interest Fiction, High-Interest Nonfiction, Animal Fantasy, Emotions, Poetry/Rhymes, Humor, Realistic Fiction, Sports Stories, Character Education Book Types: Book Types: Picture Books, Advanced Decodables/Phonics Books, Beginning Chapter Books, Series Books, Illustrated Chapter Books, Beginner Graphic Novels, Content Specific Readers, And Informational Texts Across A Wide Variety Of Genres And Topics. Genres & Topics: Animals, Science/Technology, Math, Financial Literacy, Social Studies, Biographies, High-Interest Fiction, High-Interest Nonfiction, Beginner Mystery, Poetry, Humor, Realistic Fiction, Sports Stories, Scary Stories, Character Education Picture Books, Advanced Decodables/Phonics Books, Series Books, Intermediate Chapter Books, Illustrated Chapter Books, Graphic Novels, Content Specific Readers, And Informational Texts Across A Wide Variety Of Genres And Topics. Genres & Topics: Animals, Science/Technology, Math, Financial Literacy, Social Studies/History, Biographies, High-Interest Fiction, High-Interest Nonfiction, Mystery, Poetry, Humor, Realistic Fiction, Sports Stories, Scary Stories, Character Education Book Types: Book Types: Picture Books, Series Books, Chapter Books/Novels, Illustrated Chapter Books, Graphic Novels, Content Specific Readers, And Informational Texts Across A Wide Variety Of Genres And Topics. Genres & Topics: Animals, Science/Technology, Math, Financial Literacy, Social Studies/History, Biographies, Fantasy/Sci-Fi, High-Interest Fiction, High-Interest Nonfiction, Historical Fiction, Mystery, Poetry, Humor, Realistic Fiction, Sports Stories, Scary Stories, Character Education

STL Reader Complexity organization included!

Grade 1 Developing Reader

Grade 2 Transitional Reader

Grade 3 Early Fluent Reader

Grade 4 Transitional Fluent Reader

Grade 5 Fluent Reader

Book Types: Picture Books, Series Books, Chapter Books/Novels, Illustrated Chapter Books, Graphic Novels, Content Specific Readers, And Informational Texts Across A Wide Variety Of Genres And Topics. Genres & Topics: Animals, Science/Technology, Math, Financial Literacy, Social Studies/History, Biographies, Fantasy/Sci-Fi, High-Interest Fiction, High-Interest Nonfiction, Historical Fiction, Mystery, Poetry, Humor, Realistic Fiction, Sports Stories, Scary Stories, Character Education

Exclusive Products

Pack-N-Read®

Washable & Durable

Elastic Handle Pack-N-Read® Take-Home Book Packs

Exclusive Book Bins

Nylon water-repellent bags are perfect for taking home books, journals, or homework. Each bag features a Velcro ® closure, name tag holder and an elastic handle to stretch over the back of each student’s chair for easy storage. Washable and 1 year endurance guarantee.

Pack-N-Read® Sets BMT206 10” x 12” (Set of 5 bright colors) BMT611 11” x 13” (Set of 5 bright colors)

$30.00 $22.50 $35.00 $26.25

Available in 7 Colors! Single Book Bin $7.95 $5.96 BMT300 Assorted (Set of 6) $40.49 $30.37 BMT288 Red

BMT998 Set of 30 Replacement Name Cards $4.19

$3.14

Pack-N-Read® Singles (10"x12") $6.50 $4.88 each

BMT238 Purple

BMT200 Red BMT201 Green BMT203 Purple

BMT204 Orange BMT205 Blue

BMT218 Green BMT268 Blue BMT238 Purple

Fits oversized picture books!

BMT298 Orange BMT263 Bright Blue

Our exclusive plastic storage bins are a teacher favorite and have been designed to meet the various needs of your classroom. They have a high back to prevent books from slipping out and are longer to allow for larger books or folders! Available in 7 colors. Tapered box measures 5" high in the front and 7.5" in the back. Exterior measurements are 10.5" L x 4" W. Interior measures 10" L x 3.5" W.*

Elastic handle stretches to store on the back of a chair

Velcro Closure

*Measurements are subject to change, see stepstoliteracy.com for current measurements. Supplies not included.

Phonics Kits Looking for Phonics Materials? Let us help you customize a Phonics Kit . Choose from a range of materials including: • Alphabet Student Match Cards • Magnetic letters • Double-sided Magnetic Dry Erase Board • Wikki Stix...and more.

Fits writing folders and journals!

A Teacher Must Have!

Deluxe 12" x 14"

Primary Colors Deluxe Pack-N-Read® Book Packs These deluxe 12” x 14” bags are perfect for taking home those larger books and journals. Each bag features a Velcro® closure, name tag holder, and elastic handle as well as a full width zipper storage pouch on the back for pencils, markers, and erasers. Sold as a set of 4, one of each primary color. Washable. BMT750 Primary Colors (Set of 4) $40.00 $30.00

Correction & Cover-up Tape

Self-adhesive white tape is ideal for covering parts of a paragraph, correcting errors in journals, or for use in interactive writing lessons. Each of the 2 widths is packaged in rolls of 700 inches. STL158 1”

(Back)

Wide Cover-up Tape $8.75 $6.56 STL159 1/3” Wide Cover-up Tape $7.65 $5.74

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Teaching Charts & Cards

STL053

STL039

STL012

Chunk Series STL039 Chunk Teaching Chart $16.12 $12.09 STL012 Chunk Student Cards (Set of 6) $20.00 $15.00 STL053 Chunk Match Cards $16.12 $12.09

Introduce young learners to word families, initial consonant blends and digraphs. This knowledge helps students read and spell words with similar chunks to develop stronger literacy skills.

Jumbo Alphabet Floor Puzzle Grades K-1

Alphabet Lap Cards/Frieze Grades K-1 This set of 26 Alphabet Lap Cards (8.5" x 11") has many classroom uses. Pictures match the Alphabet Teaching Chart. Use for large group review, headers for sorting activities, word wall header cards or a colorful alphabet frieze. Bold letters and individual card design help create a classroom reference tool for letter identification, letter sound associations and handwriting guide. Printed on coated card stock for lasting durability. STL170 $23.95 $17.96

We took our popular Alphabet Teaching Chart and made it into a fabulous 3' x 2' giant floor puzzle. Students can practice the alphabet as they develop positional and fine motor skills using this puzzle. 24 colorful pieces are made of sturdy pressboard for long lasting use. STL122 $18.95 $14.21

Teaching Charts Grades K-3 Each chart focuses on phonics skills and features 29 colorful photographs that stimulate oral language. Charts are designed to aid children in associating everyday objects with specific blends, vowel and rime combinations. Large 18.5” x 23.5” format is ideal for many classroom activities.

Student Cards Grades K-3 8.5” x 11” student version of the teaching charts is the ideal reference for individual and small-group instruction. Useful for both school and home activities. Colorful cards are packaged in a set of 6. Includes teaching suggestions.

Match Cards Grades K-3 These sets of colorful cards is perfect for a variety of matching, sorting and phonics activities. Use them with the matching teaching chart, individually or purchase more than one set for assorted classroom activities. Cards measure 2.5” x 5.5” and are packaged in sets of 29.

STL387

STL384

STL390

Vowel Series STL384 Vowel Teaching Chart $16.12 $12.09 STL390 Vowel Student Cards (Set of 6) $20.00 $15.00 STL387 Vowel Match Cards $19.95 $12.09

Help students master tricky vowel patterns and build fluency with sounds. Understanding vowels is an important step in the development of reading and writing skills.

STL022

STL005

STL046

STL385

STL393

STL386

Alphabet Teaching Chart and Student Cards STL022 Alphabet Teaching Chart (18.5" x 23.5") $16.12 $12.09 STL005 Student Alphabet Cards (8.5" x 11") (Set of 6) $16.12 $12.09 STL046 Alphabet Match Cards (2.5" x 5.5") (Set of 26) $16.12 $12.09

We designed this colorful 18.5" x 23.5" alphabet chart with crisp, clear photographs easily recognized by children. Our sturdy chart has received rave reviews as the perfect teaching tool for daily alphabet/ phonics and phonemic awareness study. Student Alphabet Cards (STL005) which measure 8.5" x 11", are a smaller version of the large chart and are a perfect companion for small-group instruction.

Rime Series STL385 Rime Teaching Chart $16.12 $12.09 STL393 Rime Student Cards (Set of 6) $16.12 $12.09 STL386 Rime Match Cards $19.95 $14.96

Help students with word study by identifying rimes and spelling patterns. The ability to identify onsets and rimes will improve reading skills in young learners.

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Dry-Erase Markers with Built-In Eraser Teachers and students alike love our exclusive dry-erase markers with a built-in eraser on the cap! The soft grip ensures a comfortable writing experience for students. Developed with the highest quality control for low odor and nontoxic ink. Conforms to ASTM D-4236 standards. Marker available in black only. Sold in sets of 12 of either fine or wide tip. * Features Include: • Contains 12 Markers • Long Lasting

Conforms to ASTM D-4236 standards

Desktop Word Walls™ Sets of 30 Teachers continue to proclaim this invaluable learning tool as one of the “best student resources” they provide in their classrooms. Designed to complement your Word Wall or provide a stand-alone desktop reference for students, each Desktop Word Wall is printed on coated card stock and available in four different formats to match students’ developmental levels. Each set contains a different collection of high frequency and linking words in addition to number lines, frequently used reference words such as days of the week, months and number words. Cards measure 18” x 5” to fit neatly at the top of each child’s desk. Clear tape sold below provides lasting protection for daily student use.

Available in Both Fine and Wide Tip!

Fine Tip MKR000 $20.85 $15.64

Wide Tip MKR111 $20.85 $15.64

• Low Odor Non-Toxic • Fine Tip or Wide Tip • Built-In Eraser • Soft, Cushioned Grip

Teacher Favorite!

Best Seller!

Emergent Grades K-1 Contains 110 words,

numerals 1-20, shape and color words, and left and right directional cues. STL572 $17.27 $12.95

Dry-Erase Boards Our dry-erase boards have proven popular with classroom teachers because of the high quality construction and beveled edges. Choose one of the popular sizes to meet your needs. Boards are not magnetic.

Upper Emergent Grades 1-2 Contains 200 high frequency, linking words, numerals 1-40, shape and color words, number words 1-14 and the

Two- Sided

9" x 12" Most Popular

6" x 9" Practice

days of the week. STL003 $17.27

$12.95

Lined Fluent Dry-Erase Board Our two-sided fluent board is perfect for more independent writers. The 9” x 12” board has 6 sets of numbered ruled lines with a blank dry-erase surface on the other side. Exclusive Steps To Literacy design. STL738 Fluent (Single) $12.95 $9.71

Lined Emergent Dry-Erase Board 9” x 12” two-sided primary board has 4 sets of primary lines on one side and a blank dry-erase surface on the other. Includes alphabet reference along the top with directional arrows in left margin. STL739 Emergent (Single) $12.95 $9.71

STL009 9” x 12” Single WTG017 6” x 9” Single $3.95 $2.96 WTG018 6” x 9” (Set of 10) $31.95 $23.96 $5.95 $4.46

Fluent Grade 2-3

Contains 213 high frequency, linking words, numerals 1-50, days of the week, months and 8 each of homophones

Felt Erasers Our marker board erasers are designed with a felt wiping surface. Available in 2 sizes. STL034 Small 1.5“ x 4” Single Eraser $2.26 $1.69 STL197 Large 2” x 5” Single Eraser $4.00 $3.00

Hand Held Dry-Erase Boards Perfect for quick classroom assessments and interactive games, this paddle-shaped dry-erase board fits perfectly into students’ hands. One side is ruled for writing with a red base line and the other side is blank. Use with dry-erase markers and erasers. TEA099 Set of 2 $10.95 $8.21

and contractions. STL576 $17.27

$12.95

Teacher Favorite!

Fluent Plus Grades 3+

Best Seller!

Contains 230 high frequency linking words, homophones, plurals and contractions. STL611 $17.27 $12.95

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10.5" x 9" Writing Surface

Double-Sided Magnetic Dry-Erase Board Classroom Kit Our magnetic dry-erase boards, with two high-quality magnetic surfaces, are a classroom staple. These boards feature one side with primary lines for alphabet and sentence work, and one blank side allowing for a range of activities. Lightweight, durable, and dual-sided construction make this a versatile classroom tool. *Kit comes packed in a convenient carrying case MAG600 6 boards, 6 erasers, 6 markers* $90.00 $67.50 Magnetic Double-Sided Dry-Erase Board: Single This wipe-clean magnetic board is ready to be used, cleaned, and used again. Perfect for individual learning or for a group demonstration, these boards will help your lessons be an interactive experience. MAG643S $10.50 $7.88

Dual-Sided Magnetic Surfaces

216-Piece Classroom Magnetic Alphabet Set

Letters-To-Go Classroom Magnetic Letters Kit

Our exclusive 216 piece classroom set provides enough magnetic letters to meet the daily needs of both small-group and individual instruction. Set includes 144 colorful lowercase, 72 uppercase letters plus extra vowels. Letters are 1.25” high. Packaged in handy plastic container. * STL691 Set of 216 $39.22 $29.42

Our giant letter kit makes individual, large-group letter and word lessons a snap. This handy kit includes 216 case magnetic letters plus a sturdy 24 compartment letter storage box with reinforced snap closures. Plastic letters feature red vowels and measure 1.25” tall. * MAG252 $75.02 $56.27

*Includes Fine Tip Dry-Erase Markers

Multicolored Economical Magnetic Letters Multicolored magnetic letters are an extremely versatile classroom resource. Student-size letters can be used on individual boards for a variety of word building activities. Student-size letters are 1.25” tall and come 36 letters per set or in an added value class pack of 864 letters. *

Student-Size Red Vowels & Blue Consonants Red and blue magnetic letters help children easily distinguish between consonants and vowels. Available in student size sets of 36 letters. Letters measure 1.25” tall. *

(Top Detail Enlarged for Clarity) Aa Bb Cc Dd Ee Ff

(Primary lines enlarged for detail)

Double Sided, Magnetic & Dry-Erase Table-Top Easel Perfect for students or teachers, this magnetic, dry-erase, table-top easel is a versatile classroom necessity. This works great as a demonstration tool when used in conjunction with our student-size boards which feature the same great dual surfaces in a larger 12” x 16” surface. Features quick-change leg stands allowing both sides to be utilized as a table-top easel. Rubber stoppers prevent the board from sliding during use. MAG470 Table-Top Easel $27.00 $20.25

Quick Change Leg Stands

(Set of 36 or Class Pack of 864) STL627 Uppercase Set of 36 MAG121 Lowercase Set of 36

(Set of 36 or Value Set of 108) STL776 Uppercase Set of 36 $11.50 $8.63

$10.34 $10.34

$7.76 $7.76

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Magnetic-Paper Boards Let each child have their own magnetic board during word lessons with this economical solution to more expensive magnetic boards. Magnetic-paper boards are flexible, thin and lightweight. Boards measure 10” x 12” and are magnetic and dry-erase on both sides. MAG037 Single $6.88 $5.16

Get to Know Me Graphic Organizer Journals Grades K-3 Get to Know Me Graphic Organizer Journals are a great way to start off the school year! The Journals are composed of seven or more types of graphic organizers and can be used to learn about your students while assessing their knowledge and ability to understand and complete graphic organizers. The inside front cover of both Journals feature a Quick Reference Page providing all of the important information on each student such as their photo, allergies, emergency contact information, and method of transportation home. Each Journal is 14 pages. Sold as set of 30. 9781620389928 Grades K-1 $23.05 $17.29 9781620389935 Grades 2-3 $23.05 $17.29

Magnetic Letter Tray (Set of 6) A practical way to give each child an inexpensive magnetic surface for sorting magnetic letters and spelling/word activities. The measurements of the tray are 8.25" x 9.75" with a raised and rounded rim to prevent letters from spilling. Set of 6. (Letters sold separately). STL265 Set of 6 $21.50 $16.13

Quick Reference Page on the Inside Front Cover of every K-1 & 2-3 Journal

Grades 2-3

Grades K-1

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Blank Student Writing Journals Grades K-1 The heavyweight unlined white drawing paper in our 8.5” L x 11” W spiral-bound writing journal was designed for use with permanent markers. Our journals are constructed with extra heavy front and back covers to stand up to daily student use. The front cover has an engaging graphic with a place for the student’s name. 200 pages, 100 sheets.

Enhance student comprehension of literature in a meaningful way with our exclusive Fiction & Nonfiction Reading Journals. Through the use of helpful prompts, students are encouraged to provide thoughtful responses to text. Fiction Journals emphasize creative thinking for after reading responses while Nonfiction Journals provide an inquisitive format to stimulate readers before, during and after reading. Intended for use in grades 1-4. Journals are 47 pages (space for 23 entries). Sold in sets of 10. Reading Journals Fiction & Nonfiction

Grades 1-4

STL077 Single $28.55 $21.41

Sheets 100

two

Sets of 10

ran

read

under

Sets of 10 9781620389942 Fiction

red ride

$20.74

$15.56 $15.56

upon

9781620389959 Nonfiction $20.74

Response Book Grades 1+ Encourage student feedback with our exclusive Response Book. Inexpensive, yet high quality paper with a flexible, soft cover often preferred by teachers and students. Measures 7” W x 8.5” H and .425” ruled. High frequency words printed on the back cover. WTG185 96 pages $4.95 $3.71

A Book Log for easy review and assessment of student reading materials is in every Fiction & Nonfiction Journal

Gratitude Journals and Sets

Kid's Gratitude Journals WTG190 Kid's Gratitude Journal (6x9") $5.32 $3.99 WTG191 Kid's Gratitude Journal (Set of 12) $53.31 $39.99

Teen's Gratitude Journals WTG192 Teen's Gratitude Journal (6x9") $5.31 $3.99 WTG193 Teen's Gratitude Journal (6x9") (Pack of 12) $46.99 $39.99

Fiction Reading Journal Grades 1-4 Each two page spread features sections for: • Title, Author and Genre Identification

Nonfiction Reading Journal Grades 1-4 Each two page spread features sections for: • Title, Author and Genre Identification • (KWL) K now, W ant to Know, L earn: Stimulate prior knowledge and

• Setting & Summary: Support the 5W’s (Who, What, Where, When, Why) • Connection: Support relational thinking for a deeper understanding of text • Main Character Graphic Organizer: Includes space for visual and written feedback • New or Interesting Word: Encourage and reinforce vocabulary 9781620389942 Fiction Journals (Set of 10) $20.74 $15.56

encourage inquisitive thinking • Identification of text features

Kid's Spanish Gratitude Journals WTG196 Kid's Gratitude Journal (6x9") $5.32 $3.99 WTG194 Kid's Gratitude Journal (Set of 12) $53.31 $39.99

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Activating & Connecting to Background Knowledge All new knowledge must pass through the lens of previous experiences in order for meaningful connections to be made. Students can build upon their prior knowledge by making three different connections: Text-to-Self: Create webs of connections between personal experience and the themes, subjects, and ideas from a text. Text-to-Text: Compare and contrast subjects and themes between multiple texts. Text-to-World: Take concepts from the text and connect them to the outside world by relating to past, present, and future experiences.

Soon, they were inseparable. Their bond remains very strong to this day. They swim together, eat together, drink together, and sleep next to each other. They rub noses.

Questioning Formulating questions about a text requires a student’s curiosity and comprehension. Questioning and searching a text for answers develops an engaging and interactive way to obtain a deeper understanding of new information. Creating an atmosphere of ongoing dialogue and questioning encourages students to analyze and critique the texts they encounter .

Visualizing Readers create mental images with imagined sensory perception during and after they engage with a text. From vivid, descriptive passages to wordless adventures, students can assign certain pictures, emotions, or ideas to stories they read.

The uptown A Rattles past 110th Street Unreal to real Relaxing the soul

His hat had slipped, his arms drooped down, he really looked a fright— it made me start to wonder: What do snowmen do at night?

Summarizing & Synthesizing Although summarizing and synthesizing are two different strategies, they go hand in hand in processing information after engaging with a text. Summarizing is the process of concisely restating the main ideas of a text in one’s own words. Synthesizing requires students to build upon their background knowledge by connecting newly obtained information to what they already know in order to deepen one’s understanding of a text .

Inferring Many thoughts in a text are implicit, not explicit, and it is up to the reader to read between the lines to ascertain the author’s implied meanings. Scaffolding students in finding visual and context clues, thinking outside the text, and looking back on prior knowledge will facilitate students’ abilities to infer the meaning of new words or ideas.

Finally she couldn’t resist any longer. When Bellini was gone, she jumped up on the wire to try it herself. Her arms flailed like windmills.

Isn’t this a strange moss colored rock?

Determining Importance of Text Students are bombarded with information from hundreds of sources each day and they must decipher whether the information is relevant, interesting, or important. Many texts, specifically nonfiction, can be difficult to decode with multiple descriptive paragraphs on a page. Finding the essential information in a text that pertains to understanding a subject, versus information that is supplementary to the subject, is a crucial strategy in having students transition from trade books to textbooks.

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Second Grade TS = Text-To-Self TT = Text-To-Text TW = Text-To-World

TS = Text-To-Self TT = Text-To-Text TW = Text-To-World

Questioning

Activating and Connecting to Background Knowledge A Sick Day For Amos McGee TS (HC) Corduroy TT No, David!(HC) TS

Determining Importance of Text NF An Egg Is Quiet NF Clouds Lilly's Purple Plastic Purse (HC) NF Plant Secrets NF Surprising Sharks Inch by Inch Rosie's Walk The Bear Ate Your Sandwich (HC) The Tiny Seed Summarizing and Synthesizing Charlie and the Caterpillar Inferring NF Animals Black and White I Went Walking I'm a Frog Wave NF What Do You Do With A Tail Like This?

Activating and Connecting to Background Knowledge Alexander And The Terrible, Horrible... TS Amazing Grace TT Chrysanthemum TS NF Down, Down, Down: A Journey to the Bottom of the Sea TW Leon and Bob TT NF The Story Of Ruby Bridges TW Questioning Amelia Bedelia Brave Irene Doctor De Soto Who Pushed Humpty Dumpty Visualizing Dream Weaver (HC) NF Hurricane (HC) In November The Biggest House in the World Puddles

Inferring

Anansi and the Moss Covered Rock My Lucky Day Plantzilla Six Dinner Sid Tops and Bottoms (HC) Summarizing and Synthesizing City Green (HC) Joseph Had A Little Overcoat (HC) Little Beauty Mirette On The High Wire NF The Big Blue Whale

Planting a Rainbow TW Where’s My Teddy? TT

There once was a duck who had the bad luck to live with a lazy old farmer.

Finally she couldn’t resist any longer. When Bellini was gone, she jumped up on the wire to try it herself. Her arms flailed like windmills.

Questioning Blue Sea

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If You Give A Mouse A Cookie (HC) Sylvester And The Magic Pebble

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Cloudy With A Chance of Meatballs Going Home

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Activating and Connecting to Background Knowledge Ira Sleeps Over TS Julius the Baby of the World TT My Mama Had A Dancing Heart TW

Inferring Elmer

Activating and Connecting to Background Knowledge Leon and Bob TT Just a second: A different.. TT NF Owen and Mzee: The True... TS (HC) The Great Kapok Tree TW

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I Want My Hat Back (HC) Never Take a Shark to the Dentist Sidewalk Flowers (HC) Animals: Black and White TT Summarizing and Synthesizing Emma Kate Guess Again (HC) Little Bear The Caterpillar and the Polliwog That Is Not A Good Idea (HC)

Crow Boy Peppe the Lamplighter Tight Times The Pain and the Great One Summarizing and Synthesizing Apple Pie Fourth of July Baloney Crickwing Just a Dream Shortcut

The Art Lesson TS The Baby Sister TT NF Whoever You Are TW Questioning Diary Of A Worm Snowmen at Night

His hat had slipped, his arms drooped down, he really looked a fright—it made me start to wonder: What do snowmen do at night?

The Lorax TW (HC) The Stray Dog TS

Soon, they were inseparable. Their bond remains very strong to this day. They swim together, eat together, drink together, and sleep next to each other. They rub noses.

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Amelia's Road On a Beam of Light: A Story... (HC) A Monarch Butterfly’s Journey Knots On A Counting Rope

The Kissing Hand (HC) This is Not My Hat (HC)

Determining Importance of Text NF A Seed Is Sleepy NF Apples

Determining Importance of Text NF Coral Reefs NF Let's Go Rock Collecting

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Visualizing Bedhead

All the Colors of the Earth Hello Ocean Things That Are Most In the World The Listening Walk The Salamander Room

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The Big Green Pocketbook The Important Book The Night I Followed the Dog (HC)

NF Please Don't Wake the Animals NF The Magic School Bus Inside ... NF The Pumpkin Book

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Determining Importance in Text

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Activating and Connecting to Background Knowledge Chicken Sunday TS Fly Away Home TW Hurricane TT Just Kidding TS (HC) Smoky Night TW NF Two Bobbies TT (HC) Questioning NF How Many Days to America: A Thanksgiving Story The Day Of Ahmed's Secret The Sweetest Fig (HC) The Three Questions (HC) Visualizing All the Places to Love (HC) I'm In Charge of Celebrations If You're Not From the Prairie My Man Blue Twilight Comes Twice

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I Can Hear the Sun Ish (HC) Miss Alaineus

The Van Gogh Café Train to Somewhere Summarizing and Synthesizing An Angel For Solomon Singer An Octopus is Amazing Boxes for Katie (HC) Charlie Anderson The Raft Determining Importance of Text NF A Nation’s Hope: The story of... NF The Top of the World... The Tsunami Quilt (HC) NF You Wouldn't Want to Live ... NF Zipping, Zapping, Zooming Bats

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Each Kindness (HC) Junk Man's Daughter (HC) NF The Mary Celeste: An Unsolved Mystery from History Tuesday Summarizing and Synthesizing Encounter The Story Of Jumping Mouse An Angel for Solomon Singer NF The Table Where Rich People Sit Two Bad Ants (HC) Determining Importance of Text NF Cars on Mars NF El Chino NF If the World Were A Village (HC) Sophie's Masterpiece NF The Cod's Tale

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