DYNAMIC BOOKS AND SOFTWARE TO TURN RELUCTANT LEARNERS BACK TO READING
Download is a contemporary series of books based on exciting themes such as extreme sports, popular culture and cool new technologies. Created to support struggling readers, the series is specifically tailored for students that typically view reading as a difficult, dull or frustrating task.
Software based on the Download series is also available on CD-ROM, providing interactive activities for students to enjoy via a computer or interactive whiteboard. The software package is compatible with both Mac and PC.
Series Features:
Includes non-fiction sections and a related fiction story within every book
The fiction story is divided in 3 short chapters interspaced within the book, holding students' interest cover-to-cover
All books have the same interest and reading levels
Entire series keeps a consistent 48-page chapter book format
Contains full color action-filled photographs to engage all readers
Topics selected are of high interest, especially among boys
CD-ROM Features:
A dynamic software application which is PC and Mac compatible
Comprehension activities that can be used on the interactive whiteboard
Teachers resources, such as printable blackline masters for student activities and printable teacher's notes
Nature's still the boss--and she isn't always pretty! Powerful winds and towering waves. Emergency teams in disaster zones. Feel the real power of nature!
Basketball is a fast game - can you keep up? Learn about the court, the players and the rules. Check out the moves and join in the action! It's fun, fast and furious!
Ghosts, monsters and things that go bump in the night! Talking to the dead! You've heard the stories but do you believe them? Read this book and make up your own mind.
