elementary schools

A group of children learn why it is important to use good manners while in the classroom.

Best friends Raymond and Graham have looked forward to being the "oldest, coolest, toughest" boys at East Millcreek Elementary School, but from the start of fourth grade everything goes wrong, from getting the scary teacher to not getting the lead in the school play.

A.J. is graduating! But a crazed PTA president is turning second-grade graduation into a huge affair complete with fireworks and skywriting. By the time this graduation ceremony is over, there won't be any time left for summer vacation!.

"Justine can't stop olaying jokes on her friends in Miss Popper's first grade class. What will happen when they play a joke on Justine instead?--P. [4] of cover.

"It's the first day of first grade. The kids in Miss Popper's class are excited. But not Carlos. He doesn't want to go to first grade. Will he change his mind?"--P. [4] of cover.

"Miss Popper's first grade class takes a trip to the fire station. When the alarm bell rings, who will save the day?"--P. [4] of cover.

Presents projects and advice from award-winning elementary teachers around the country, covering teaching philosophies, instructional methods, technology, parental involvement, scheduling, and other topics.

Describes different ways children can show good manners at school, and explains why it is important.

Everyone in Mrs. Conner's first-grade class loves their visitor, Sparky the bunny, except Reza, who tries to overcome his fear when the teacher gives him a special job.

An illustrated collection of forty-five silly poems and songs about school.