Mathematical

(Grade 2) Mathematical Reasoning™ helps students devise strategies to solve a wide variety of math problems. This book emphasizes problem-solving and computation to build the math reasoning skills necessary for success in higher-level math and math assessments. This book is written to the standards of the National Council of Teachers of Mathematics. The Level C book is a complete curriculum for the second grade level. These highly effective activities take students far beyond drill-and-practice by using step-by-step, discussion-based problem-solving to develop a conceptual bridge between computation and the reasoning required for upper-level math. Activities and units spiral slowly, allowing students to become comfortable with concepts but also challenging them to continue building their math skills. Answers are included in the back of the book.

pretend

A pretend birthday party becomes a real opportunity to practice using good manners. Barney and Baby Bop happily use the words "please" and "thank you" while enjoying lots of party surprises. Good manners are fundamental and Barney makes them fun.

named

Emma is the runt of the litter and dreams of someone coming to claim her and take her home. That "someone" comes in the form of a man and woman and a beagle named Mo who adopt her. Once home, she realizes through a series of mishaps that she has much to learn in order to adjust to her new life. Emma is determined to try her best to fit in and can only imagine the adventures that she will be able to share with her new brother, Mo. These adventures will be told in future books.