The Success in Reading and Writing series are great books to utilize with children who are developing skills in reading, writing and study skills. Every child participates with success. I enjoy using their methods of presenting new skills, taking what the child knows and building a strong reading and writing foundation from there.

I checked the ISBN - this is the book for Kindergarten.

As a new teacher, I have found this book to be quite helpful as an alternative or supplement to the basal. While our basal is literature-based, it's themes don't go along with normal themes I would be doing. Success is structured enough to provide guidance for a new or inexperienced teacher like me, but allows you the freedom to choose your own theme and literature selections. This program also provides opportunities for kids to be involved in the learning process so it is more fun and meaningful.

The program has 4 parts - Pictures & Words, Storytime, Writing, and Alphabet.

Pictures & Words - Very helpful in developing writing skills, while some teachers choose to leave it out due to lack of time. (I use Daily News.)

Storytime - Each day has a suggested book and discussion focus that may or may not go along with the theme or alphabet concept. (Each concept is developed for several days, and at least one book from those days relates to the concept. However, it is very easy to substitue your own selections, if you wish.)

Writing - 5 days - A theme is introduced on day 1, then days 2-4 the teacher meets with small groups to help w/ writing, then day 5 is a culminating activity of the theme.

Alphabet - Each letter is focused on for 3 days (upper & lowercase together), next is rhyming words, object labeling (deals w/ beginning consonants), then finally blends.

The book itself has a beginning section that thoroughly describes the program and how to do it, and the rest of the book has: Daily Lessons (clear layout, can be personalized by teacher); Lists of suggested pictures, themes, and books; and Alphabet module lessons.

I have found this textbook to be quite helpful in developing a reading program based on the children's interests and needs. Even if you have to use your school's basal program, this is a GREAT supplement, especially if you are lacking active participation of the students.

The primus independence of many of the African countries was betrayed again by those who colonized her. Setting up the governments with African officials who were only cover-ups for their European masters. The time which Kourouma writes about in "THE SUNS OF INDEPENDENCE" is Neo-colonial for this reason, to refer to it as post-colonial implys that it is no longer colonized and it obviously is in the novel.
The protagonist in his first novel, like that of his second (Monnew), is somewhat of an anti-hero of royalty. He curses the French and the recent indepence even moreso claiming that he would rather have existed in colonial times (13). By showing us the absurdities of both the colonizers and some of the kings they deprived Kourouma points to the more humane way of running a country.
Like in "Monnew" Kourouma captures the African female in all of her glory with the female protagonist Salimata. The strength of her character is incredible and inspiring to examine. By dealing with the idea of female oppression (in terms of genital mutilation and many other forms) Kourouma points out that they are the true heroes of Africa growing in fertility among the oppression of the colonizers as well as the men they loved and cared for.
"THE SUNS OF INDEPENDENCE" comes highly recommended as a literary masterpiece. A novel, unfortunately like many of the African greats, that is highly under read by incredibly valuable as a work of art ready for consumption.

This is an excellent novel that poses some tough questions. What future awaits African nations? Are African peoples doomed to corruption and oblivion by their unfortunate encounters with European colonization? Is it possible for ancient tradition to coexist with modern values?

The answers, according to Kourouma, appear none too optimistic. His hero, Fama Dumbuya, stubbornly resists corruption of his personal mores by the new ideas that have transformed his society. Although he is usually cantankerous and disagreable, he is also devout, often funny, and always tries to do the right thing. But he can never reconcile his past and his upbringing with the modern world, and in the end he fails to find an equilibrium; he even fails to leave behind any offspring that might bring hope for the future.

Kourouma's narrative is especially powerful when he deals with Fama's wife Salimata, whose past is a psychological minefield of female genital mutilation, exploitation and abuse. Salimata is one of the most memorable characters in African literature. Like her husband, she struggles admirably to negotiate a way in the world, but also like him she can't rise above the muck that's holding her down. Things have fallen apart; the center did not hold.

As discouraging as it might be, "The Suns of Independence" is still an expertly crafted novel which forces its readers to examine the pitfalls facing modern African societies. You might disagree with the author's pessimism, but you can only credit his storytelling ability.

This book is like all the other Wodehouse books, Galahad trying to bring a couple together. It is a wonderful satire on all the earls, lords, dukes etc. etc. This one is about a lover who is posing as a person who is going to paint a pig, the Empress. Wodehouse never finished the book (because he died while writing it), but that makes it even more interesting. But be careful, once you start reading his books, most likely you will not stop. Everybody will be able to enjoy it a little bit, for his books make you laugh until tears come rolling down your cheeks. Cheers! :)

It was a bitter-sweet experience to read this book years ago, knowing it was P.G.'s last, and unfinished to boot. However, the editor (a Wodehouse biographer) included manuscripts and early drafts, showing marginal notes and erasures, Wodehouse's outline of his plot, and false starts of plot lines, and the editor's own analysis. A fascinating look into the process of writing.

Ok, Ok, so I'm going into psychiatry and don't like surgery and didn't do well in my rotation. This book got me ready for Surgery, Step 2 style, with as little pain as possible. Author has a way of explaining things that makes sense and all the high-yield stuff seems to be covered (at least, all of the surgery stuff that was on my exam). Highly recommend!

I really enjoyed using this series to review for step 2. It kept me focused on the "big picture" and forced me to realize which subjects I did and didn't know, allowing to focus my limited study time on areas I was weak in. Well-written cases with great explanations. Definitely a 5-star review source.

It's hard to find good subspecialty info when trying to review for step 2, even though all my colleagues warned me this stuff was on the test. I'm very glad I used this book, which has 50 cases that use an "unknown" case format, because I had many subspecialty questions on my exam (ophthalmology, vascular surgery and neurosurgery especially). This book gave me the info I needed to get these questions right and doesn't take long to read. I recommend it for those who, like me, are trying to do better than just squeak by on the test.

Fantastic way to review for step 2. Great "vignettes" mimic the format of the seemingly eternally long clinical scenario questions that were on my exam. Explanations are superb, because they help you with the differential for similar conditions and give you practical pointers for things the boards love to ask or will try to trick you with. All in all, a great investment.

This beautiful book offers large, generous reproductions, many in color, and expert commentary on an impressive surrealist art collection. It has the best presentation of Joseph Cornell's work among art books I have seen-- even among those devoted entirely to the artist. Of course, several other greats are featured, including Miro, Dali, Brauner, Ernst, Magritte, Breton, Lam.... If you like this kind of art, do yourself a favor: buy the book and take a trip to downtown Chicago and the Art Institute.

This wonderful book showcases one of the world's best collections of 20th. century art. Of special fascination are the works of American artist Joseph Cornell. The Bergmans are the pre-eminent Cornell collectors as the breadth and unsurpassed quality of his work showcased herein demonstrates. The photographs are exquisitely rendered and Ades' commentary is incisive. This book stands as a worthy complement to the collection housed in the Art Institute of Chicago

I thought this was an excellent book for any age level. So often we tend to focus on ourselves and forget that others, especially our pets, have real feelings as well.

The characters are very lifelike. Some very humorous and some not. The differences are evident just like with human beings. The idea of helping others and being judged wrongly by others comes through loud and clear. As does the idea of concentrating on the task at hand and doing the best you can at it.

My kids loved the story and the simple illustrations, but I would definately say that this is not a story only for children. Adults can come away with some strong moral messages that we tend to forget sometimes in our busy worlds. The simplicity is refreshing and very inspirational.

I would highly recommend this book to anyone.

I have 3 children and I wanted to begin a new tradition by reading a chapter book together frequently throughout the week. My kids are 13, 11, and 5 years old and so I had to choose a book that would be entertaining not only for those age groups, but for myself too.

I was impressed about the very fact that this book was so entertaining. We read through the chapters quickly because we wanted to know what happened next. Anyway, it ended up to be somewhat of a tear-jerker, but I wasn't disappointed because that's how life is filled with ups and downs.

The pictures in the book were really creative and the kids were anxious to study the details to match them up with the story.

Anyway, I was really happy with the book. I would recommend this story to any family who wants to begin a great family tradition like I have.

Rarely have I read a book that was so lucid, yet gave information in such a way that was also useful. This book has done both, not only describing in detail how to use divination of all types, but allowing the reader to feel completley able to move ahead with skill and confidence.

More than that, it is a book that will leave you thinking as you, quite rightly, generalise that the author has written in to your life, as it is obvious the author intended.

This book is a joy of prose and a delight of description.

I found this book to be concise, useful, and free of the New-Age mumbo-jumbo so often encountered in texts dealing with divination. It covered virtually every aspect of using this system from the details of how to construct a basic set of Tellstones to how to throw a reading, and even how to use the Tellstones as a focal point to help manifest desired outcomes.

While thorough and informative,it was not dogmatic or overly rigid, and gave suggestions for developing a personal, intuitive interpretation of the stones.

It was an easy read, and promises to be a handy reference. I am very pleased!

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I wrote the reveiw below, and I have to stay, the principles of that book still apply! The series contains tomes on health, happiness, wealth, and love, and I recommend them all! They are not silly "rules" such as "don't return his phone calls" or "don't kiss on the first date" but instead, timeless principles of true self examination and real encouragement.

BUY THIS BOOK, and purchase 10 secrets of Abundant Wealth at the same time. Buy a stack of notecards, and copy down all the secrets and notes of your own, and flip through them daily...it WILL change your life. This is a collection of great principles for guiding your life, and living it in a healthy and successful way. This is NOT a guide on looking sexy or getting dates, or get-rich-quick schemes.

I moved out of an abusive relationship into a good one, and have given a half dozen copies of this book away. 10 Secrets of Abundant Wealth helped me quadruple my income, and then DOUBLE it again. Buy 2 copies of each, and give a set to your best friend. PLEASE email me with your favorite books and tell me what you thought of this.

This book told me things I did not know and now I am concerned. I hear everyday about bad things caused by the oil industry but I didn't understand how important oil is to my life and my family. Mr.Adams said the terrorist know these issues and now I believe it. At the end of the book, the author said something like "I hope someone listens". Tell him that my family and I are listening.I hope the Washington politicians listen.

Neal Adams obviously knows what he is talking about. He communicates the dangers that the world's oil supply faces with a calmness and sense of purpose. It is a non-technical read and can be easily read over a couple of days. I recommend this book to anyone who is trying to get clearer idea as to why it is so important for the U.S. to fight the war on terrorism.