Books with author TL Spencer

Computer science is all around us, at school, at home, and in the community. This book gives readers the essential tools they need to understand the computer science concept of conditionals. Brilliant color photographs and accessible text will engage readers and allow them to connect deeply with the concept. The computer science topic is paired with an age-appropriate curricular topic to deepen readers learning experience and show how conditionals work in the real world. In this book, readers will learn about what happens when flowers have sunlight. This nonfiction title is paired with the fiction title My Little Plant (ISBN: 9781538351048). The instructional guide on the inside front and back covers provides: Vocabulary, Background knowledge, Text-dependent questions, Whole class activities, and Independent activities.

Goblin Boots is a fantasy story created for family readership. The tale tells of a Boot Maker, a Goblin and many pairs of boots, oh yes, and a wife. Some may say they know how the story ends. You will only find out, if you read for yourself!This peculiar story came to mind after recalling a favourite tale from my own childhood, and choosing to share my own version, an adaptation, with the family. I hadn’t realised so many of my conscious story recalls were based upon the Brothers Grimm Tales. I bought a copy of the Grimm Tales to share more stories with my family directly and couldn’t believe how terrible they were, when I say terrible, I mean shocking. I would often read them aloud, changing the odd word and detail as I went to make it more child friendly. Thank goodness most of the content is pure fantasy.This story may create a lot of questioning from a child listener, so be prepared, and only read it to them if you feel prepared to answer the questions yourself. The beauty of a book: you can read it when YOU’RE ready.Did you ever hear the story about the shoemaker selling shoes, all hand crafted by Elves? If not, you’ve missed out on one of very many good stories told by the Brothers Grimm. Although, Grimm stories were often missing something, for in this peculiar adaptation of a tale, there weren’t elves, but for a single Goblin.And…When you mess with a Goblin… WOAH! They don’t like people knowing their business especially when a deal turns bad. Goblins are happy when they are winning, but hate to lose.Thank you for choosing to read Goblin Boots.

It seems like all of the good counting books stop at ten, or maybe one hundred, or if you're lucky, one thousand . . . but once you cross the quadruple-digit mark, there really aren't any good counting books available. "Zero, One, Two . . . One Hundred Thousand!" takes the next step and gets you all the way up to six digits, with each number presented clearly and sequentially.

Anyone can learn computer science, even at the elementary school level. This book delves into the essential computer science concept of testing using age-appropriate language and colorful illustrations. A meaningful storyline is paired with an accessible curricular topic to engage and excite readers. This book introduces readers to a relatable character and familiar situation, which demonstrates how testing is used in everyday life. Readers will follow Selena as she makes a budget to save money. This fiction title is paired with the nonfiction title Our Class Budget (ISBN: 9781538352397). The instructional guide on the inside front and back covers provides: Vocabulary, Background knowledge, Text-dependent questions, Whole class activities, and Independent activities.

It seems like all of the good counting books stop at ten, or maybe one hundred, or if you're lucky, one thousand . . . but once you cross the quadruple-digit mark, there really aren't any good counting books available. "Zero, One, Two . . . One Hundred Thousand!" takes the next step and gets you all the way up to six digits, with each number presented clearly and sequentially.

Cassandra Harris (a human) and Daniel Mason (a vampire) are blissfully happy until something terrible threatens their unique relationship. A Vampire Hunter, a family of Shapeshifters; and traitorous family members are all intent on stopping Cassie and Daniel from being together. Will the two find peace from those opposed to them being together or will Cassie lose Daniel forever?

Social and Emotional Learning (SEL) skills are the tools that every child needs to succeed in school and in life. This book introduces readers to the SEL skill of goal setting, a key part of the SEL core concept of self-management. Readers will follow Gabby as she defines her goal and then works to achieve it. Eye-catching illustrations, a stimulating storyline, and a relatable situation will engage students as they acquire integral skills for daily life. For a comprehensive learning experience, this fiction title can be paired with the nonfiction title Why Are Goals Important? (ISBN: 9781725355279). The instructional guide on the inside front and back covers provides vocabulary, reflections, background knowledge, text-dependent questions, whole class activities, and independent activities.

Anyone can learn computer science, even at the elementary school level. This book delves into the essential computer science concept of problem definition using age-appropriate language and colorful illustrations. A meaningful storyline is paired with an accessible curricular topic to engage and excite readers. This book introduces readers to a relatable character and familiar situation, which demonstrates how problem definition is used in everyday life. In this book, Tanya finds a problem in her community. Once she defines the problem, she can find the solution. This fiction book is paired with the nonfiction book Taking Action in Your Community (ISBN: 9781538368619). The instructional guide on the inside front and back covers provides: Vocabulary, Background knowledge, Text-dependent questions, Whole class activities, and Independent activities.