Our Trip To The Aquarium

Nonfiction, Reading Recovery Level 3, F&P Level C, DRA2 Level 3, Theme Science, Stage Emergent, Character N/A

Using simple text and illustrations, this book describes a child's first visit to an aquarium.

Presented in both English and standard Latin American Spanish, this fictionalized approach to an aquarium visit allows beginning readers to discover for themselves fun facts about aquariums and the animals that live in them. They are introduced to a variety of amazing sea creatures—including colorful fish and playful dolphins. Featuring bright illustrations and a helpful picture glossary, designed to strengthen vocabulary skills, readers will be engaged throughout their reading.

Do you have a great teaching idea but no way to pay for it? No problem! A successful grant proposal can be the answer. Get Money for Your Classroom guides you through each step of the grant-writing process, answering common questions and providing examples from real, successful grant proposals. The first half of the book breaks down the "nuts and bolts" of a grant application; the second half introduces the author’s MONEY TALKS acronym to illustrate ten important tips for writing a successful grant application: M: Make Time T: Tell a Story O: Obey the Application Rules A: Ask for Action Items N: Never Start New L: Learn What’s Funded E: Everybody Involved K: Keep Trying Y: Youth Input S: Show Sustainability Each chapter is full of examples—what to do and what to avoid—from the author’s own grant applications. The book’s appendix includes a list of national and regional grant programs appropriate for teachers. These helpful resources and the author’s practical advice will give you the confidence and motivation to start applying on your own!

The 3rd book in the popular Complete Adventure series is a delightfully wet and wild look at aquariums! Get all hands on deck, and prepare to cast off - your nautical-themed adventure is about to begin! Dive in to a one-of-a-kind educational experience as you learn: Why birds need "air sacs" attached to their lungs The important relationship between clownfish and sea anemones Incredible design features of the unusual hammerhead shark Where coral reefs are found, and why they are endangered Which mammals live in the water and have cone-shaped teeth Includes devotionals and supplemental material to help in preparing for your visit to the aquarium; activities and helpful tips to make your trip safe, enjoyable, and educational; and finally, fun games, activities like BingOcean, to enhance learning reinforcement after your trip to the aquarium."

Elizabeth has just started her first year of college, her goal is to become a teacher. On a visit to her home, in a small southern town in Georgia, she experiences a life-altering event that will change her life forever. Her strong family ties will help her to endure some of her daunting trials. Through the guidance of family and her home church, she learns to face her most life -altering decisions. Fear of the future holds her captive until love enters her life. She learns to lean on God and his wisdom and faithfulness to her. Her life begins to change as the world around her becomes a much brighter dream. Elizabeth crosses many paths on her journey and they will inspire those around her. The end of her journey will show how faith, love and courage will lead her into the next phase of her young life.

Presented in both English and standard Latin-American Spanish, this fictionalized approach to an aquarium visit allows beginning readers to discover for themselves fun facts about aquariums and the animals that live in them. They are introduced to a variety of amazing sea creatures including colorful fish and playful dolphins. Featuring bright illustrations and a helpful picture glossary designed to strengthen vocabulary skills, readers will be engaged throughout the narrative.

As only she can, Aliki brings the splendor of aquatic animals and their habitats to life in this dazzling picture book. Filled with amazing fish facts and brilliant full-page spreads, this is a visit to the aquarium that kids will want to make again and again. Full color.