First Class Phonics is a series of books designed to help children quickly become proficient readers and writers. These books use Synthetic Phonics, a high-quality teaching method recognised all over the world. In Synthetic Phonics, children focus on the skills that enable them to read and spell words accurately. They recognise the importance of every sound they hear in the spoken word and learn to blend these sounds so that they can read words from...

It's a new school year, and Greg Heffley finds himself thrust into middle school, where undersized weaklings share the hallways with kids who are taller, meaner, and already shaving. The hazards of growing up before you're ready are uniquely revealed through words and drawings as Greg records them in his diary.

Love is in the air-but what does that mean for Greg Heffley? A Valentine's Day dance at Greg's middle school has turned his world upside down. As Greg scrambles to find a date, he's worried he'll be left out in the cold on the big night. His best friend, Rowley, doesn't have any prospects either, but that's a small consolation.

Ruthie invents an egg-hatching machine. She has big hopes that not only will it help her hatch chicks, but it will also do well in the science fair. When her invention isn't all it's cracked up to be, and even more disappointments follow, Ruthie feels like her hard work isn't working. Downloadable Teacher Notes available.

Greg Heffley has always been in a hurry to grow up. But is getting older really all it's cracked up to be? Greg suddenly finds himself dealing with the pressures of boy-girl parties, increased responsibilities, and even the awkward changes that come with getting older-all without his best friend, Rowley, at his side. Can Greg make it through on his own? Or will he have to face the "ugly truth"?

Luke's New Glasses is another delightful story in the life of Mrs. Miller, a kindergarten teacher. Luke is just starting school and has gotten his new glasses, but they never seem to stay on his face. See if you can help Luke find his glasses in each of the pictures. Will Mrs. Miller be able to find his glasses? Will Luke's mom find a way to keep Luke's glasses, where they belong? If you enjoyed Virginia Mohler's other books, Mrs. Miller's Magic...

Just a brief description of what you're going to find in Bar Protocol. The information in this handbook is for those who may manage, work, or patron any bar or restaurant. This is not some miracle solution to making a bar or restaurant successful, but it may help in giving some informed ideas to the problems that may occur in the food and beverage industries. Bar Protocol will have some unique information and helpful hints that may help many individuals...

A laugh-out-loud anthology of all the things a teacher will never tell her students to do in the classroom! No math today; it's too hard! Said no teacher ever! Can you imagine your teacher saying this or suggesting you keep your gum and not to forget to stick it under the desk? In this comical look at all the things a teacher is never likely to say, kids, parents, and educators alike will laugh out loud at what might happen if the school day was turned...

Find out how school is the same--and different--in countries all over the world in this fascinating nonfiction title. Readers will learn about the way students learn in other countries, from homeschooling to trade schools. This interesting book features informational, descriptive text, and colorful photos and maps to engage readers from cover to cover.