Books with author Barbara J. Fox

Phonics and Word Study for the Teacher of Reading is a self-paced, self-instruction program designed to help teachers independently develop a comprehensive background in phonics, syllable and accent patterns, onset-rime, the morphemes that contribute to word meaning, and phonological and phonemic awareness. The unique structure of the book is set up to ensure learning success through a careful sequence of material that guides readers through the material, coupled with a number of pedagogical aids that check reader understanding at various stages in the learning process. Throughout the book, readers see how to connect the information they’re studying with grade-specific learning expectations described in the Foundational Skills strand of the Common Core State Standards.

William Randolph Hearst always loved castles. As a child he visited many of the great castles of Europe, and he dreamed of building his own one day. In Hearst Castle: An American Palace, young readers will meet this wealthy and powerful newspaperman, who built a media empire while realizing his dream to create his own castle high in the California hills. Students will learn how this mighty structure was built and furnished with priceless artwork, statuary and antiques. Full-color photographs, maps, timeline, and a compelling narrative will inform as well as entertain students.

Kara says there will always be a bully problem in school no matter how many “anti-bullying” assemblies they force us to attend. Zelma said that Kara was probably right, but even one “reformed” bully meant less victims so the assemblies were worth it. I am in the middle, (which means I have no clue.) All I know is I’ve been a victim and I've been a bully and I don't want to be either ever again.Book Two in the Claire Narratives. (8th Grade)

Claire and Kara are two 16 year old girls who are looking for some romance in their lives. But where can they find it? “First we do some Internet study. Then we start a blog, so that other girls can learn from our mistakes and duplicate our successes,” Kara continued. “We've got to think of a catchy title.” “Wait! I don't want anyone to know what I'm doing in case it blows up in my face. I don't really care for public humiliation, Kara.” “It will be an anonymous blog, Claire. No one will ever know.” “Um,” I wasn't sure. “Do you ever want to ever have any romance in your life? You've got to take risks. Trust me here. What is the worst thing that could happen? You might just NOT find romance. How will that be any worse than your life now?” “All right, I'm in,” and so it began.

Meet the real Dracula in this gripping story of Romania's legendary Bran Castle-today known as Castle Dracula: Romania's Vampire Home. Adventure-seeking readers will learn how Bran Castle's most famous visitor-the fearsome Vlad the Impaler-defended a besieged nation while inspiring a legend of vampires and the undead. Four-color photos, maps, timelines and compelling narratives will enlighten students as they explore 700 years of Romanian history through the corridors and secret passageways of Castle Dracula.

Ellen Foster struggles making friends in school because she wears a brace on her leg. And even worse, she may never be able to live her dream of riding horses. Her parents say horses are too dangerous. Then horse lovers, Ellen and Annie become best friends, and they spend all their free time talking about horses. One day the owner of Meadow Lane, Mrs. P, brings a pony to school for science class and she invites Ellen to visit Meadow Lane farm. Ellen’s Mom says, “No,” until Mrs. P calls to convince her that Ellen will be safe. Ellen visits and watches Annie’s lessons each week but her Mom still says "No," to riding. That is until Dr. Paul steps in.Ellen has worked very hard on her riding since then and there aren’t many differences between her riding and the able bodied kids. Best of all, the other kids treat her like one of them, except for wealthy Sarah Lynn McGreagor.Is Lizbethboz too old and shaggy? Sarah Lynn Mc Greagor thinks so. After all, she’s not as good as Sarah Lynn’s new Thoroughbred, Grey Gull.Sarah Lynn says mean things about the old pony who lives in the pasture but Lizbethboz doesn’t care because tomorrow she and Ellen Foster will compete in Ellen’s first horse show.