Central Skagit Library District

A smart, snappy, and comprehensive guide for the millions of adults who are thinking about going--or going back--to college and want to know how to do it right.

An inspiring, beautifully designed guide for parents of toddlers looking to bring the principles of Montessori education-- curiosity, independence, respect-- into their daily lives.

Jack's house is like no other and its inhabitants are full of fun and surprises. There is even a special guest star at the end of this humorous and unique interpretation of an age-old classic.

We all want our students to feel safe, collaborate well with others, feel ownership for their learning, and be joyfully engaged in their work. Nevertheless, many teachers end up using language patterns that undermine these goals. Do any of these scenarios sound familiar? We want students to take responsibility for their learning, yet we use language that implies teacher ownership. We want to build positive relationships with students, yet we use sarcasm...

Rafting on the River: Little Bear and friends race to see who's faster -- the landlubbers or the sailors on a raft. Arriving at the finish line in one group, Little Bear decides that they've all won the race.. Little Bear's Kite: Little Bear and Grandfather Bear make a kite on a windy day and Little Bear imagines himself flying around the world on it.. Night of the Full Moon: While waiting for Mother Bear to return from an errand with a goodnight...

Trixie can't wait to bring Knuffle Bunny to school and show him off. But an awful surprise awaits her: someone else has the exact same bunny! Thus begins an exciting, frustrating and ultimately revelatory twenty-four hours of chaos, where Trixie loses her beloved bunny and gains him back, along with something new: her very first best friend.

Little Bear and the Wind: When Little Bear is awakened by the wind's howling, Mother Bear tells him a story.. Goblin: While picking berries, Grandfather Bear tells Little Bear a story about a goblin.. Not Tired: At Grandmother and Grandfather Bear's house, Little Bear tries to stay awake for his parent's arrival.

Hiawatha's boyhood is gracefully brought to life against a background of authentic Native American music in this excerpt from Longfellow's classic poem.

Cyberchase shows kids that math is everywhere and everyone can be good at it! Online quests, games, videos and more help kids develop strong math and problem-solving skills.

In this lively alphabet rhyme, all the letters race each other up the coconut tree. The bold illustrations and lively music make this merry alphabet parade fun and educational.