Books published by publisher Alleyside Pr

Make learning the Dewey Decimal Classification® System a snap! The activities and reproducibles make great instructional tools and can be prepared quickly, using low-cost, readily available materials. Individual and whole-class activities feature word searches, mysteries, crossword puzzles, treasure hunts, games and more. Includes an answer key. All are ideal for classroom activities and children's librarians preparing for class visits! For use with grades PK-6. Dewey, DDC and Dewey Decimal Classification are registered trademarks of OCLC Online Computer Library Center, Incorporated.

Motivate children to read a variety of books using this complete guide to planning and implementing fun, successful reading competitions. Provides forms and promotional materials and a complete set of questions/answers related to both current popular titles and classics. Useful websites offer supplementary information about the books and authors, techniques for increasing participation and suggestions on how to correlate the contests with music and art. Offers advice on recognition, cooperative programming between school and public libraries, publicizing the contests, effective use of volunteers and parents, and more. For use with grades 5-8.

Intended for librarians, teachers, and kiddie lit aficionados, this volume provides details about John Newbery and the nominating and voting processes of the Newbery Medal, as well as extensive information on each medal-winning and honor book, including full bibliographic data, a plot summary, pedagogical tips, author information, an excerpt, curriculum ideas, related websites, and related books. Thirty-six titles are covered and appendices include suggested readings on children's literature, a complete and concise listing of Newbery winners since 1922, an author/title index, and a subject/genre index. Annotation c. Book News, Inc., Portland, OR (booknews.com)