Books published by publisher Frank Schaffer Publications

Oh Yeah? Proof It provides the student an opportunity to grow their language arts skills while being Editor-In-Chief! This helpful classroom resource enhances a student's understanding of the importance of proofreading. Presented as a school newspaper, students have the opportunity to edit a variety of newspaper articles, including school news, play reviews, advertisements, and even comics! The activities not only help students identify mistakes in written text, but also allow them to become more confident in their own writing, reinforcing essential grammar, spelling and other language arts skills. A complete answer key is also provided for the student or teacher to check their work.

Oh Yeah? Proof It! provides the student an opportunity to grow their language arts skills while being Editor-In-Chief! --This helpful classroom resource enhances a student's understanding of the importance of proofreading. Presented as a school newspaper, students have the opportunity to edit a variety of newspaper articles, including school news, play reviews, advertisements, and even comics! The activities not only help students identify mistakes in written text, but also allow them to become more confident in their own writing, reinforcing essential grammar, spelling and other language arts skills. A complete answer key is also provided for the student or teacher to check their work.

This helpful resource is packed with reproducible rebus activities to help students build their reading and writing skills! The activities are ideal for English Language Learners and each is based on educational standards. It features simple journal prompts for students of varied abilities, activities for building vocabulary and print awareness, and a rebus dictionary and flash cards for extra practice and review.

Developing communication skills in mathematics is an important part of school curriculum, and many standardized tests require written explanations on how math problems are solved. This book provides teachers strategies to engage students in math discussions, integrate the writing process, and assess their work. A writing checklist and a reflection page are also included. For students, there are opportunities to solve math problems and practice writing explanations on how the problems were solved. The activities focus on number sense and operations, geometry, measurement, and data analysis. A scoring rubric and answer key is also provided.

If you enjoy catching; Rainbow Trout; Brown Trout; Cutthroat; Mackinaw; Kokanee; and Landlocked Kings in coldwater lakes…you need to read this book! Inside Sep and Marilyn cover freshwater trolling, with ultralight equipment. Anglers have trolled for years, using all kinds of systems, and they have been successful, some more so than others. Trolling for fish is not rocket science but doing it well by properly utilizing the new and innovative techniques and technology can be a challenge. This book shares the techniques that will bring more fish to your line.

Math Minders provide students with the self-confidence they need to succeed in math. Students learn one step at a time, reviewing skills learned in earlier grades then moving to skills appropriate for their grade level. They progress gradually, giving them the constant feeling of success! Activities allow students to relate math to their everyday lives, giving math meaning and their studies a purpose. Vocabulary is kept at a level appropriate for each grade level to help ensure success. A variety of fun and simple formats help maintain a high level of student interest. Perfect for home or school, or to reinforce any existing math program.

Character Education for fifth grade students covers eight character traits (citizenship, honesty, fairness, responsibility, cooperation, respect, tolerance, and perseverance) in one book. Activities include definition of the theme and real-life examples, reflections on the theme, analysis of situations in which students determine if good character was shown. 184 pages.

Fractions are an integral part of everyday life. We work with fractions while planning, shopping, buying, cooking, and much more. This book is your resource for solving fraction woes in the classroom. Hands-on activities make learning about fractions fun and authentic. Support the activities with manipulatives to allow students to learn kinesthetically and visually, connecting abstract concepts to real-life situations. A pretest and post test is included along with practice worksheets across the math curriculum and a skill specific trouble-shooting guide. Reproducible.

Giving students a boost in Early Learning skills! Best Buy Bargain Books: Mazes features fun-filled activities that reinforce essential early learning skills! In this must have 128 page book fun and challenging dot-to-dots, word searches, word puzzles, and more help develop basic skills such as vocabulary, and build critical thinking and problem solving skills. Children will enjoy completing these motivating activities that include easy-to-understand directions and a complete answer key. Features: • Reproducible activities • Activity pages can be used individually or as part of a unit • Answer key Truly a best buy! Our best-selling Best Buy Bargain Books series features over 35 grade-appropriate titles covering key subjects including social studies, phonics, science, math, and critical thinking. Each title helps students learn and reinforce important skills needed in the classroom! Recommended by parents and teachers everywhere to help children build confidence and develop the skills needed to succeed! Collect all the titles in this best-selling must have series!

Write About Earth Science provides students with many opportunities to communicate about earth science topics through writing. As an increasing number of standardized tests include science as a testing component, providing students with ample practice becomes important. Write About Earth Science offers a wide variety of writing experiences including summarizing, describing, synthesizing, predicting, organizing and interpreting charts, graphs, and results of experiments. Reading selections included are meant to supplement any science curriculum as well as serve as the focus for writing activities. Included within the selections are significant science facts, charts, graphs, experiments, and other useful information. A sample test covering all of the topics presented is part of the book, drawing on the individual quizzes and different writing types.