-
Making Butterfly Gardens
Dana Meachen Rau, Kathleen Petelinsek
language (Cherry Lake Publishing, Oct. 20, 2013)Learn how to make butterfly gardens with these fun activities.
-
The Fisherman and His Wife
Rebecca Felix, Kathleen Petelinsek
language (The Child's World, Inc., Jan. 1, 2014)A greedy fisherman's wife forces her husband to request wishes of power and wealth from a magical fish. The tale turns into a circular journey cautioning to be careful what you wish for.
-
Having Fun with Felting
Dana Meachen Rau, Kathleen Petelinsek
eBook (Cherry Lake Publishing, Sept. 15, 2015)Felting can turn wool into a variety of different objects. Crafters practice comprehension skills as they use text and diagrams to follow the steps for each project. The activities push students to learn and apply domain-specific vocabulary, practice new techniques, and build on concepts that may already be familiar. Other tools, including an index and additional resources, encourage readers to locate information and explore further independently.
-
Little Jack Horner
Kathleen Petelinsek
Library Binding (Childs World Inc, Jan. 1, 2011)Enjoy this holiday rhyme about a young boy's sticky dealings with a Christmas pie.
L
-
Crafting With Tissue Paper
Kathleen Petelinsek
Library Binding (Cherry Lake Pub, Aug. 1, 2014)Complete a variety of fun craft projects using colorful tissue paper. Crafters practice reading comprehension as they follow the steps for each project. The easiest crafts are at the beginning, to allow the reader to practice scaffolding their knowledge as they learn the domain-specific vocabulary.
O
-
Crafting With Duct Tape: Even More Projects
Kathleen Petelinsek
Library Binding (Cherry Lake Pub, Aug. 1, 2015)This book includes ideas for turning a common household item into a variety of interesting and creative crafts. Crafters practice comprehension skills as they use text and diagrams to follow the steps for each project. The activities push students to learn and apply domain-specific vocabulary, practice new techniques, and build on concepts that may already be familiar. Other tools, including an index and additional resources, encourage readers to locate information and explore further independently.
T
-
House/La Casa
Mary Berendes, Kathleen Petelinsek
Library Binding (Child's World, Aug. 1, 2008)Simple text and illustrations teach readers common house-related words in both English and Spanish.
C
-
Making Clay Bead Crafts
Kathleen Petelinsek
Paperback (Cherry Lake Pub, Aug. 1, 2014)Complete a variety of fun craft projects using clay beads. Crafters practice reading comprehension as they follow the steps for each project. The easiest crafts are at the beginning, to allow the reader to practice scaffolding their knowledge as they learn the domain-specific vocabulary.
Q
-
Independence Day Crafts
Mary Berendes, Kathleen Petelinsek
eBook (The Child's World, Inc., Jan. 1, 2014)Through easy-to-follow instructions and step-by-step illustrations, this book shows readers how to make Independence Day crafts and decorations using everyday objects and craft materials. Activities and games are also included, as well as a brief description of the holiday.
-
Learning to Make Books
Kathleen Petelinsek
Paperback (Cherry Lake Pub, Aug. 1, 2015)Learn how to create your own book, including its cover, pages, and binding. Crafters practice comprehension skills as they use text and diagrams to follow the steps for each project. The activities push students to learn and apply domain-specific vocabulary, practice new techniques, and build on concepts that may already be familiar. Other tools, including an index and additional resources, encourage readers to locate information and explore further independently.
T
-
The Little Mermaid
Rebecca Felix, Kathleen Petelinsek
Library Binding (Childs World Inc, Aug. 1, 2013)A young sea princess is unhappy with who she is, longing to be human rather than mermaid. Her wish grants her fleeting happiness, but costs her much as well.
L
-
Kip and Pip's Trip
Marv Alinas, Kathleen Petelinsek
Library Binding (Child's World, Jan. 1, 2019)Kip and his friend Pip have adventures on a ship. This simple story for beginning readers teaches the 'ip' sound through rhyming text and bright, original illustrations. Additional features to aid in comprehension include a word list for review, a note to parents and educators, and an introduction to the author and illustrator.
D