Brian Martin – illustratör

Randy the raccoon works at a transfer station. All he sees is waste. Then, some visitors show him that there are hidden treasures among the trash. Introduce the concept of recycling to early readers with this beautifully illustrated picture book. Children will love the playful illustrations and easy-to-read text. With pre-reading questions, this fiction book is ideal for guided reading and builds early literacy skills.

You may have heard of the old woman who lived in a shoe. But have you heard of the woman who lives next door? Early readers will be captivated by this whimsically illustrated, modern retelling of the classic nursery rhyme, The Old Woman Who Lived in a Shoe. With pre-reading questions, this book is ideal for guided reading and builds early literacy skills.

Everyone was gathered in the cafeteria for lunch, so Freddie decided it was the perfect moment to show off the grisly gash on his leg. He thought the scar was cool and impressive. But Freddie thought wrong. No one was impressed, but they were grossed out. That's Freddie the Fly. He assumes everyone sees, thinks, and feels the exact same way he does. And it's becoming a problem. The lunch lady demanded Freddie make a beeline to the nurse's office. Freddie wasted no time telling Nurse Mantis about how he made his leg the centre of lunchroom attention. Rather than just treating the cut, however, Nurse Mantis diagnosed Freddie's real problem – his vision! He struggles seeing any perspective other than his own. Freddie didn't realize the nasty-looking scratch would be stomach-churning to anyone who just wanted to eat. Just like he didn't understand why Mesquita had swatted at him that morning (too self-absorbed!) or why his best buddy dumped him as a project partner (too overbearing!). To help Freddie be more empathetic, sensitive, and understanding toward the opinions, attitudes and feelings of others, Nurse Mantis encourages him to use “perspective-taking lenses.” Will that switch Freddie's outlook from ME to WE? Or will he continue to annoy his friends and family by seeing every situation from only one side – his? A special page written specifically for parents and educators offers practical tips on helping kids develop their perspective-taking skills so they will be more open to and aware of the feelings and thoughts of others.

When Cade and his family find out their ice cream order was paid for by another customer, they repay the favour and so starts the discussion of random acts of kindness. Cade takes this idea and runs with it, showing unexpected kindnesses to others. But when Cade's dad would like him to donate some of his own toys, he has a hard time. Will Cade be able to learn the importance of being kind to others, even when it isn't easy? Find out in this tale about showing kindness.

Uh-oh! Gabe is losing it again. See all those big, bright buttons popping up all over his body? They come out whenever someone or some situation gets under his skin. And they pop up ALL. THE. TIME. Push this button and Gabe starts fighting. Push that button and Gabe starts shouting. Push any button and Gabe overreacts, gets angry, makes poor choices and lands in trouble. What he really needs is a reset button! In this clever tale from school counsellor and debut author, Jennifer Law, young readers learn how to use PAUSE POWER to reset their mindset, calm down and stop losing control when others push their buttons.

Isaac isn't any ordinary alligator living quietly in the swamp. He's an INSTIgator! He spends his days spying on the neighbours and eavesdropping on their conversations. The more he listens, the more jealous he becomes. They have real friendships. He's all alone. With no one to talk to except an old, rotting stump, Isaac is angry and miserable. So he sets out to make sure everyone else in the swamp is miserable, too. Isaac can perfectly mimic every voice in the swamp, and he uses this special talent to start arguments, stir up trouble, and turn friends against friends. Isaac gleefully watches the mischief he set in motion. He didn't care If I can't have friends, why should anyone else? he tells the stump. But can he instigate a fight between two of the swamp's biggest besties? Or will they sniff out his dirty trick and teach him a lesson he'll never forget? Follow Isaac as he learns that treating others with kindness is the first step to creating friendships. And that having a friend can help you feel less angry. ISAAC THE INSTIGATOR is an entertaining story written for young readers. Included are tips for parents, counsellors and educators on how to help children build relationships with peers, show kindness and compassion, and cultivate empathy.

A magical motorhome takes a group of savanna animals on a "safari" around the world to learn about the places where people live. From igloos to skyscrapers, houseboats to farmhouses, this illustrated chapter book teaches advancing readers about different dwellings. This Spanish fiction book supports early fluent readers on their journey to independent reading. Engage students’ natural curiosity with fun and inspiring real-world stories. Perfect for shared or guided reading, this book cultivates lifelong reading success. This fiction book is written in Spanish.

It’s a big world inside the human body! There are a lot of parts inside and it’s up to a team of body bots to keep the parts working. But they face a challenge when the girl they work on isn’t getting enough sleep. This illustrated chapter book helps advancing readers learn about human anatomy and physiology. This Spanish fiction book supports early fluent readers on their journey to independent reading. Engage students’ natural curiosity with fun and inspiring real-world stories. Perfect for shared or guided reading, this book cultivates lifelong reading success. This fiction book is written in Spanish.

Expanding your child’s reading horizons is easy with fiction books from Teacher Created Materials! In “Treasure Hunt in the City” by Cynthia Harmony, eight-year-old Ramona goes on her first big trip to Mexico City and must overcome the language barrier between herself and her cousins. Find out more in this adventurous story your child will love. Includes ‘Book Club’ literacy and comprehension questions. This fiction book is written in Spanish.

Expanding your child’s reading horizons is easy with fiction books from Teacher Created Materials! In “Clear for Takeoff” by Georgia Beth, eight-year-old Abbie has been dreaming of flying since she was too small to walk. She’s tried everything from pole vaulting to inventing a floating trampoline. Nothing works until she discovers the secret of flight—and a little magic. Find out more in this high-flying tale your child will love. Includes ‘Book Club’ literacy and comprehension questions. This fiction book is written in Spanish.