HOT OFF THE PRESS We’ve been busy producing great, new titles to make learning fun. Each is presented in our new format, combining a reproducible resource book, including: lyrics, group lessons and individual activities, with an audio CD that’s jam-packed with fun music. Order toll free: 1-800-567-7733 Fax: 1-800-229-3855 www.SongsThatTeach.com Join Our Community... Dear Valued Customer: We would like to invite you to join the online community of teachers, parents, friends and associates who receive our electronic newsletter. Nineteen years ago, I began creating educational songs out of concern for my students and my own two children. Needless to say, we’ve been delighted with the response to our educational audio series. Our audio kits and new resource books have helped make learning fun for hundreds of thousands of students the world over. Every two weeks we faithfully write up teaching ideas, related links and lesson plans based on one, two or even three of our songs. 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Contents Join Our Community . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 2 What’s New . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 2, 3 Mandarin Chinese . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 3 Spanish . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 4, 5, 6, 7 Online Learning . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 7 French . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 8, 9, 10, 11 Sight Words . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .12, 13 Funky Phonics® . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 14, 15 Early Learners . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 16 Mathematics . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 17 Language Arts / ESL . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 18 Character Attributes . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 18 Seasons, Holidays, Diversity . . . . . . . 19 Standards . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 20 Learning Sight Words Volumes 1-4 Reproducible Resource Books We are proud to introduce this fantastic four volume series which has been created for students from K-3 but would be useful for beginning readers of any age. Each resource/activity book reviews words in the Dolch Basic Sight Vocabulary through class, group and individual activities. These books can be used on their own or to complement the Singing Sight Words series (see pages 12-13). We acknowledge the financial support of the Government of Canada through the Book Publishing Industry Development Program (BPIDP) for our publishing activities. 2 Order toll free: 1-800-567-7733 Fax: 1-800-229-3855 www.SongsThatTeach.com new! Bilingual Songs: English-Mandarin Chinese, vol. 1 Character Building Songs – Musical Fun! Exciting songs in both English and Mandarin teach the alphabet (English and Pinyin), counting to 10, days of the week, months of the year, weather, seasons, colors, food, Chinese zodiac signs, parts of the body, clothing and family members. Includes reproducible lyrics book in English, Mandarin and Pinyin to aid pronunciation. The singers in English and Mandarin are native speakers. Music accompaniment tracks make singing along karaoke-style fun and class performances a snap. Classroom teachers and music teachers alike will be delighted with this set of songs teaching generosity, responsibility, respect, honesty, etiquette, tolerance, empathy, courage, perseverance and optimism. Separate arrangements allow each song to be sung in unison, as a round or as a classroom performance. Accompanying activities to reinforce lessons taught in the songs are included in the reproducible lyrics book. Grade: 1-6 JMP-M23CDK (CD/book) ISBN-13: 9781553861072 Order toll free: 1-800-567-7733 JMP-138CDK (CD/book) ISBN-13: 9781553861041 Fax: 1-800-229-3855 www.SongsThatTeach.com 3 Spanish Check out our brand new title, “Bilingual Preschool: English-Spanish,” which incorporates music and movement with language learning. This is a great introduction to the “Bilingual Songs” series. Learning becomes even more fun when our reproducible resource books are used to complement the lessons taught in “Bilingual Songs,” volumes 1 - 4. These resources have also been proven effective for ESL. Our bilingual and foreign language instruction materials comply with the five major organizing principles of the “Standards for Foreign Language Learning” by covering the areas of communication, cultures, connections, comparisons and communities through catchy, upbeat songs and challenging, fun lessons, activities and exercises. Listed in order of academic difficulty Bilingual Preschool: English-Spanish Jump-start learning for preschoolers as they sing and participate in these bilingual songs and games including I Spy, Follow the Leader, Mind Your Manners, and a rhyming game teaching: names of animals, counting, directions, polite expressions, places in the community, and counting (cardinal and ordinal numbers). Sung by native speakers, these bilingual songs are a perfect introduction to the new language (English or Spanish). A complement of music accompaniment tracks makes musical performances a breeze. Includes lyrics/activity book. JMP-S31CDK (CD/book) ISBN-13: 9781553860747 Bilingual Songs English-Spanish, vol. 1 Parents’ Choice Award Winner Bilingual Kids Resource Book, English-Spanish, vol. 1 Exciting songs in both English and Spanish teach the alphabet, counting to 10, days of the week, months of the year, weather and seasons, colors, food, animals at the zoo, parts of the body, clothing and family members. Music accompaniment tracks make class performances a snap! Includes lyrics/activity book. Thematic, bilingual, reproducible lessons and activities based on Bilingual Songs: English-Spanish, vol 1. The activities and lessons are enhanced with cultural references to Hispanic geography, customs, traditional games, food, and holidays. 64 pages. Beginner Level. JMP B0S23 Reproducible book ISBN-13: 9781553860242 JMP S23CDK (CD/book) ISBN-13: 9781894262651 4 new! BILINGUAL Songs That Teach... Order toll free: 1-800-567-7733 Fax: 1-800-229-3855 www.SongsThatTeach.com BILINGUAL Bilingual Songs English-Spanish, vol. 2 Hip songs in English and Spanish teach counting to 30, counting by tens, shapes and sizes, emotions, places in the community, opposites, measuring devices, pronunciation of R and RR, conocer and saber, ser and estar. Music accompaniment tracks make class performances a snap! Includes lyrics/activity book. JMP S24CDK (CD/book) ISBN-13: 9781894262705 Reproducible, thematic lessons and activities based on Bilingual Songs: English-Spanish, vol. 2, including the verbs ser, estar, conocer and saber. Lessons are enhanced with an introduction to Hispanic traditional music, landmarks, people, carnivals, and more! 64 pages. Beginner Level. JMP B0S24 Reproducible book ISBN-13: 9781553860259 Bilingual Songs English-Spanish, vol. 3 These 12 upbeat bilingual songs teach: greetings, gender, articles, plural forms of nouns, numbers, capitalization, adjectives, common phrases and more! Sung in both Spanish and English by native speakers. Perfect for ESL, Bilingual and Spanish classes. Music accompaniment tracks can be used for class performances. The 48 page lyrics book may be photocopied by the classroom teacher. Bilingual Kids Resource Book, English-Spanish, vol. 3 Reproducible, black-line, thematic lessons and exercises, based on Bilingual Songs: English-Spanish vol. 3, teach gender, articles, adjectives, capitalization, common phrases and much more! Instructions and assignments are in both languages, making this truly effective for ESL and Spanish students. 64 pages. Beginner level. JMP B0S29 Reproducible book ISBN-13: 9781553860365 JMP S29CDK (CD/book) ISBN-13: 9781553860358 Bilingual Songs English-Spanish, vol. 4 Spanish is a snap with these 12 catchy tunes teaching: pronouns, gender exceptions, the verb ‘estar’, adverbs of frequency, question words, comparative and superlative adjectives, and much more! A complement of music accompaniment tracks can be used for class performances. The 48 page lyrics book may be photocopied by the classroom teacher. JMP S30CDK (CD/book) ISBN-13: 9781553860402 Order toll free: 1-800-567-7733 Bilingual Kids Resource Book, English-Spanish, vol. 2 Bilingual Kids Resource Book, English-Spanish, vol. 4 Reproducible, black-line, thematic lessons and exercises, based on Bilingual Songs: English-Spanish vol. 4, teach pronouns, gender exceptions, the verb ‘estar’, adverbs of frequency, question words, adjectives, and much more! Lessons are enhanced with information about Hispanic culture. 64 pages. Beginner level. JMP B0S30 Reproducible book ISBN-13: 9781553860419 Fax: 1-800-229-3855 www.SongsThatTeach.com 5 Songs That Teach... Spanish IMMERSION Español para principiantes Great for beginners! Teaches the alphabet, farm animals, counting, family members, parts of the body, days of the week, colors, fruit, opposites and shapes in Spanish. The accompanying lyrics /activity book has fun assignments and crossword puzzles! A complement of instrumental accompaniment tracks is great for performances. JMP S05CDK (CD/book) ISBN-13: 9781894262125 Spanish for Kids Resource Book, Beginning Lessons Reproducible, black-line, thematic lessons and exercises in Spanish, based on Español para principiantes, teach the alphabet, numbers, days, opposites, colors, family members, body parts and much more! Lessons are enhanced with information about Hispanic culture. 64 pages. Beginner level. JMP B0S05 Reproducible book ISBN-13: 9781553860433 Canciones temáticas para aprender idiomas This album of phenomenal singing teaches common expressions, clothing, meals, modes of transportation, weather, parts of the body, pets and rooms in the house. There is even a song teaching the correct use of prepositions! This is an interesting and useful album for beginners of Spanish of any age. JMP S20CDK (CD/book) ISBN-13: 9781894262477 Spanish for Kids Resource Book, Thematic Lessons Reproducible, black-line, thematic lessons and exercises in Spanish, based on Canciones temáticas, teach common expressions, salutations, meals, transportation, pets, prepositions and much more! Lessons are enhanced with information about Hispanic culture. 64 pages. Easy-intermediate level. JMP B0S20 Reproducible book ISBN-13: 9781553860440 Fonética funky … y algo más Students will love this NEW updated version that teaches Spanish with Rap! They'll learn the alphabet, vowels, consonants, telling time, days of the week, months of the year, seasons, about the environment and more! A complement of music accompaniment tracks adds to the fun for karaoke and class performances! “Suitable for home and school use...recommended for parents or teachers who want their children to begin to learn a second language.” - Críticás Magazine “...your products are phenomenal! ...I would recommend them to all Spanish teachers.” - Ken Dunn, Teacher, New York “...when used with mixed-level groups, everyone learns something regardless of proficiency... The pronunciation is superb.” - Mary Campbell, Spanish Literacy Teacher and ESL Co-ordinator, Range, Illinois 6 Order toll free: 1-800-567-7733 JMP S32CDK (CD/book) ISBN-13: 9781553860808 Fax: 1-800-229-3855 www.SongsThatTeach.com Spanish songs teach conjugation of high-frequency verbs in the present, preterit and future tenses including irregular verbs. Lyrics book includes activities. JMP S17CDK (CD/book) ISBN-13: 9781895523980 ONLINE LANGUAGE LEARNING for SCHOOLS We’re proud to be the sole distributor for across North America. Visit our website to preview what Linguascope can offer your students and teachers. — hundreds of online tutorials for teachers and students whether they log-on from school or from home — hundreds of quality worksheets I TA L I A N • JMP S09CDK (CD/book) ISBN-13: 9781894262163 • Conjugación en canción Hip, Spanish songs that teach basic grammar rules: nouns and pronouns: (masculine, feminine, singular and plural), adjectives, sentence structures and the conjugation of verbs. Lyrics book includes activities. Great for all ages. S PA N I S H Gramática rítmica FRENCH — hundreds of games matching curriculum requirements — access to six websites in total • Linguascope, Linguaprime and Linguastars for students • Linguamate, Linguashare and Linguahelp for teachers GERMAN • — covers all levels Order toll free: 1-800-567-7733 Fax: 1-800-229-3855 — access for every student and teacher in your school, even at home! For a FREE preview, visit www.SongsThatTeach.com/preview SPECIAL PRICING AVAILABLE FOR SCHOOL DISTRICTS JMP LINGSUB www.SongsThatTeach.com 7 BILINGUAL Songs That Teach... NE W BILING UA H ESC L PR OO French L We are proud to add “Bilingual Preschool: English-French” to our “Bilingual Songs” series. This audio kit incorporates music and movement with language learning. This is a great introduction to the “Bilingual Songs” series, volumes 1 - 4. The reproducible resource/activity books further reinforce the content covered in the songs. These resources are widely used by parents, French teachers and Francophones. Listed in order of academic difficulty Jump-start learning for preschoolers as they sing and participate in these bilingual songs and games including I Spy, Follow the Leader, Mind Your Manners, and a rhyming game teaching: names of animals, counting, directions, polite expressions, places in the community, and counting (cardinal and ordinal numbers). Sung by native speakers, these bilingual songs are a perfect introduction to the new language (English or French). A complement of music accompaniment tracks makes musical performances a breeze. Includes lyrics/activity book. JMP-F31CDK (CD/book) ISBN-13: 9781553860778 Bilingual Songs English-French, vol. 1 Learn in both English and French, the alphabet, counting to 10, days of the week, months of the year, weather and seasons, colors, food, animals at the zoo, parts of the body, clothing and family members. Music accompaniment tracks make class performances a snap! Lyrics/activity book included. Order toll free: 1-800-567-7733 Bilingual Kids Resource Book, English-French, vol. 1 Reproducible, black-line, thematic lessons and exercises based on Bilingual Songs: English-French, vol. 1, teach alphabetization, salutations, counting, days, months, weather, seasons, colors, food, zoo animals, clothing and family. Learning is enhanced with references to French geography, customs, games, food and holidays. 64 pages. Beginner level. JMP B0F23 Reproducible book ISBN-13: 9781553860570 JMP F23CDK (CD/book) ISBN-13: 9781894262750 8 new! Bilingual Preschool: English-French Fax: 1-800-229-3855 www.SongsThatTeach.com BILINGUAL Bilingual Songs English-French, vol. 2 Hip songs in English and French that teach counting to 30, counting by tens, shapes and sizes, emotions, places in the community, opposites and measuring devices. Music accompaniment tracks make class performances a snap! The accompanying lyrics book includes activities which may be photocopied by the classroom teacher. Reproducible, black-line, thematic lessons and exercises, based on Bilingual Songs: English-French, vol. 2, teach counting to 30, counting by tens, shapes, sizes, emotions, opposites and measurement. Lessons and exercises on avoir, être, connaître and savoir are included. Enhanced with details about French landmarks, carnivals and more! 64 pages. Beginner level. JMP B0F24 Reproducible book ISBN-13: 9781553860587 JMP F24CDK (CD/book) ISBN-13: 9781894262804 Bilingual Songs English-French, vol. 3 Twelve upbeat, bilingual songs teach: greetings, gender, articles, plural forms of nouns, cardinal and ordinal numbers, descriptive adjectives, punctuation, common phrases and much more! A complement of music accompaniment tracks can be used for class performances. The 48 page lyrics book may be photocopied by the classroom teacher. JMP F29CDK (CD/book) ISBN-13: 9781553860471 Bilingual Kids Resource Book, English-French, vol. 3 Reproducible, black-line, thematic lessons and exercises, based on Bilingual Songs: English-French vol. 3, teach greetings, gender, articles, plural forms of nouns, cardinal and ordinal numbers, adjectives, punctuation, and much more! Lessons are enhanced with French cultural facts. Instructions and assignments are in both English and French. 64 pages. Beginner level. JMP B0F29 Reproducible book ISBN-13: 9781553860488 Bilingual Songs English-French, vol. 4 Snappy songs teach: pronouns, gender exceptions, the verb ‘être’, adverbs, adjectives, punctuation, question words and much more! Sung in both French and English by native speakers. The complement of music accompaniment tracks can be used for class performances. Lyrics book may be photocopied by the teacher. JMP F30CDK (CD/book) ISBN-13: 9781553860525 Order toll free: 1-800-567-7733 Bilingual Kids Resource Book, English-French, vol. 2 Fax: 1-800-229-3855 Bilingual Kids Resource Book, English-French, vol. 4 Reproducible, black-line, thematic lessons and exercises, based on Bilingual Songs: English-French vol. 4, teach pronouns, gender exceptions, the verb ‘être’, adverbs of frequency, adjectives, punctuation, question words, and much more! Lessons are enhanced with French cultural facts. 64 pages. Beginner level. JMP B0F30 Reproducible book ISBN-13: 9781553860532 www.SongsThatTeach.com 9 Songs That Teach... French IMMERSION Français pour débutants French for Kids Resource Book, Beginning Lessons Great for beginners! Teaches the alphabet, farm animals, counting, family members, parts of the body, days of the week, colors, fruit, opposites and shapes. The lyrics/activity book has fun assignments and crossword puzzles! Instrumental accompaniment tracks are great for performances. Reproducible, black-line, thematic lessons and exercises based on Français pour débutants, teach the alphabet, numbers, days of the week, opposites, colors, family members, parts of the body and more! Lessons are enhanced with information about French culture. 64 pages. Beginner level. JMP F05CDK (CD/book) ISBN-13: 9781894262064 JMP B0F05 ISBN-13: 9781553860556 Chansons thématiques pour apprendre la langue Learn common expressions, modes of transportation, clothing, food, weather, parts of the body, pets and rooms in the house. There is even a song teaching the correct use of prepositions! This is a useful album for beginners of French of any age. JMP F20CDK (CD/book) ISBN-13: 9781894262392 French for Kids Resource Book, Thematic Lessons Reproducible, black-line, thematic lessons and exercises based on Chansons thématiques, teach common expressions, salutations, time, modes of transportation, pets, prepositions and much more! Lessons are enhanced with information about French culture. 64 pages. Intermediate level. JMP B0F20 ISBN-13: 9781553860563 H O L I D AY S & S E A S O N S 10 RESOURCE BOOKS Thematic French Lessons & Activities for Beginning Classes, vol. 1, Les saisons - Seasons Thematic French Lessons & Activities for Beginning Classes, vol. 2, Les fêtes - Holidays These time-saving, reproducible lessons and activities teach French using theme-based lessons: migration, hibernation, spring and maple syrup, fall and deciduous trees, equinoxes, solstices and more! 64 pages. Reproducible French lessons and activities for beginners based on Halloween, Thanksgiving, Ramadan, Chanukah, Christmas, Kwanzaa, Valentine’s Day, Easter and more! 64 pages. JMP B01 JMP B02 ISBN-13: 9781894262828 Order toll free: 1-800-567-7733 Fax: 1-800-229-3855 ISBN-13: 9781894262835 www.SongsThatTeach.com Folies phoniques et plus Des airs de grammaire Learn French with rap! The alphabet, vowels, consonants, telling time, days of the week, months of the year, seasons, the environment and more. Upbeat French grammar songs that teach: nouns and pronouns (masculine, feminine, singular and plural), adjectives, sentence structures, and the conjugation of verbs in present and past tenses. Activities are included in the lyrics book. Great for all ages. JMP F03CDK (CD/book) ISBN-13: 9781894262088 JMP F09CDK (CD/book) ISBN-13: 9781894262101 “The children remember everything that is taught to them by means of your songs.” - Hollie Linville, Mother, Teacher, Pennsylvania “We have recently purchased several of the Sara Jordan products and find them to be of exceptional value.” - Dr. Betsy Butler, Principal Titusville, Florida Le rap 3R, Multiplication Conjuguons en chansons, vol. 1 These upbeat songs boost reading and multiplication in French. This audio kit is especially designed for adolescent academic upgrading. The songs would be a challenge for immersion students and are used primarily by Francophones. Fun French songs teach conjugation of high-frequency verbs in the present, passé composé and future tenses including irregular verbs. The lyrics/activity book includes very good exercises. JMP F01CDK (CD/book) ISBN-13: 9781894262606 Order toll free: 1-800-567-7733 JMP F17CDK (CD/book) ISBN-13: 9781895523898 Fax: 1-800-229-3855 “...covers a huge amount...in a very comprehensive and cerebral way...would be extremely useful for the serious student....” - Professionally Speaking Magazine of Ontario College of Teachers “The response from the children... is remarkable.” - Pamela Spear-Wilson, Primary Teacher, Niagara Falls, Ontario www.SongsThatTeach.com 11 SIGHT WORDS Reading new! Songs That Teach... This comprehensive program, introducing students to over 300 of the most commonly used sight words, has been created for students from K-3 but would be useful for beginning readers of any age. The series is based on the list of 220 frequently used service words compiled by Edward William Dolch, Ph.D., and the related list of 95 high-frequency nouns. The words are presented in order of frequency. Often referred to as high-frequency or sight words, it is estimated that 50-75% of all words used in school books, library books, newspapers and magazines are included in the Dolch Basic Sight Vocabulary. Recommended: K-Gr. 3 The resource books in this series complement the four audio kits by featuring ready-to-use classroom activities, lessons, reproducible worksheets and exercises based on the lessons taught in the songs. Singing Sight Words, vol. 1 This collection of fun songs builds a solid foundation for all beginning readers. By incorporating Dolch sight words into memorable and catchy melodies, early readers are quickly able to recognize the more common and basic words found in ageappropriate literature. Music accompaniment tracks make class performances a snap! Lyrics/activity book included. Learning Sight Words, vol. 1 Reproducible Resource Book Have fun with these reproducible, black-line, thematic lessons and exercises based on the Dolch Basic Sight Vocabulary. This book can be used on its own or to complement the lessons taught in Singing Sight Words, vol. 1. 64 pages. Grades: K-2 JMP B0134 Reproducible book ISBN-13: 9781553860983 JMP 134CDK (CD/book) ISBN-13: 9781553860884 12 Order toll free: 1-800-567-7733 Fax: 1-800-229-3855 www.SongsThatTeach.com SIGHT WORDS Singing Sight Words, vol. 2 Young learners will begin to read quickly with these great songs based on Dolch sight words. Catchy melodies make learning fun by introducing new words while reviewing those learned in volume 1. Music accompaniment tracks make class performances a snap! The accompanying lyrics book may be photocopied by the classroom teacher. JMP 135CDK (CD/book) ISBN-13: 9781553860914 Singing Sight Words, vol. 3 When learning to read, children must be able to quickly identify high-frequency or sight words. Building on and incorporating the vocabulary taught in volumes 1 and 2, this volume provides an invaluable resource for children learning to read. A complement of music accompaniment tracks can be used for class performances. The 48 page lyrics book may be photocopied by the classroom teacher. Learning Sight Words, vol. 2 Reproducible Resource Book Reproducible, black-line, thematic lessons and exercises based on the Dolch Basic Sight Vocabulary introduce new words while reviewing words in volume 1. This book can be used on its own or to complement the lessons taught in Singing Sight Words, vol. 2. 64 pages. Grades: K-2 JMP B0135 Reproducible book ISBN-13: 9781553860990 Learning Sight Words, vol. 3 Reproducible Resource Book Reproducible, black-line, lessons and exercises introduce new words while reviewing words taught in volumes 1 and 2. This book can be used as a stand-alone resource or to complement the lessons taught in Singing Sight Words, vol. 3. 64 pages. Grades: 1-3 JMP B0136 Reproducible book ISBN-13: 9781553861003 JMP 136CDK (CD/book) ISBN-13: 9781553860945 Singing Sight Words, vol. 4 These upbeat songs make learning fun! Volume 4 encourages even the most reticent readers to enjoy reading by introducing new Dolch sight words while reviewing words taught in volumes 1-3. The complement of music accompaniment tracks can be used for class performances. Lyrics book may be photocopied by the teacher. Learning Sight Words, vol. 4 Reproducible Resource Book Reproducible, black-line, lessons and exercises introduce new words while reviewing words taught in volumes 1 through 3. This book can be used as a stand-alone resource or to complement the lessons taught in Singing Sight Words, vol. 4. 64 pages. Grades: 1-3 JMP B0137 Reproducible book ISBN-13: 9781553861010 JMP 137CDK (CD/book) ISBN-13: 9781553860976 Order toll free: 1-800-567-7733 Fax: 1-800-229-3855 www.SongsThatTeach.com 13 Reading P H O N I C S Songs That Teach... Blending the best in educational research and practice, Sara Jordan’s series, based on Synthetic Phonics, is a structured program providing students with the strategies needed to decode words through rhyming, blending and segmenting. Teachers and parents love the lessons, hands on activities and reproducible worksheets while children find the catchy, toetapping tunes fun. Recommended for K – GR. 2 The resource books in this series feature ready-to-use classroom activities, lessons, reproducible worksheets and exercises based on the lessons in each of the audio kits. Funky Phonics® Learn to Read, vol. 1 Great for beginning readers! The audio/book kit features fourteen upbeat songs using the Synthetic Phonics approach to teach short vowels, high-frequency consonants (s, m, h, p, b, t, d, f, l and hard c) and blends. Music accompaniment tracks make class performances a snap! Lyrics/activity book included. “I am very pleased with Sara Jordan Educational Audio material that includes songs, lyrics, and resource books...material is a rich resource for children and students. Indeed, children learn...while singing and they have fun doing it.” - Ana M. Razuri-Calua Elementary School Teacher Trujillo, Peru Funky Phonics® Learn to Read Resource Book, vol. 1 Reproducible, black-line, thematic lessons and exercises based on Funky Phonics®: Learn to Read, vol. 1, using the Synthetic Phonics approach to teach short vowels, high-frequency consonants (s, m, h, p, b, t, d, f, l and hard c) and blends. 64 pages. Beginner level. JMP B0125 Reproducible book ISBN-13: 9781553860051 JMP 125CDK (CD/book) ISBN-13: 9781553860044 14 Order toll free: 1-800-567-7733 Fax: 1-800-229-3855 www.SongsThatTeach.com PHONICS Funky Phonics® Learn to Read, vol. 2 These songs are so much fun, students won’t realize they are learning! The audio/book kit includes thirteen songs teaching the long vowels, y as a vowel, consonants and blends. Includes: qu, j, v, w, hard g, soft g, x, y and z. The accompanying lyrics book may be photocopied by the classroom teacher. Funky Phonics® Learn to Read Resource Book, vol. 2 Reproducible, black-line, thematic lessons and exercises, based on Funky Phonics®: Learn to Read, vol. 2, teach the long vowels, y as a vowel, consonants and blends. Includes: qu, j, v, w, hard g, soft g, x, y and z. 64 pages. JMP B0126 Reproducible book ISBN-13: 9781553860112 JMP 126CDK (CD/book) ISBN-13: 9781553860105 Funky Phonics® Learn to Read, vol. 3 These toe-tapping tunes help students become familiar with initial blends, common word families, consonants (k, hard c, soft c), consonant digraphs (ch, sh, th, wh, ng), variant vowels (oo), dipthongs (oi, ay, oy), silent consonants (h and k) and the sound of igh. The 48 page lyrics book may be photocopied by the classroom teacher. Funky Phonics® Learn to Read Resource Book, vol. 3 Reproducible, black-line, thematic lessons and exercises, based on Funky Phonics®: Learn to Read, vol. 3, teach initial blends, common word families, consonants (k, hard c, soft c), consonant digraphs (ch, sh, th, wh, ng), variant vowels (oo), dipthongs (oi, ay, oy), silent consonants (h and k) and the sound of igh. 64 pages. JMP B0127 Reproducible book ISBN-13: 9781553860174 JMP 127CDK (CD/book) ISBN-13: 9781553860167 Funky Phonics® Learn to Read, vol. 4 The volume 4 audio/book kit wraps up reading with 13 fun and energetic songs teaching r-controlled vowels ar, or, er, ir, and ur and blends ck, sp, st, sm, sn, sc, sk, sl, sw, bl, cl, fl, pl, br, cr, gr, tr, dr and pr. The complement of music accompaniment tracks can be used for class performances. Lyrics book may be photocopied by the teacher. Funky Phonics® Learn to Read Resource Book, vol. 4 Reproducible, black-line, thematic lessons and exercises, based on Funky Phonics®: Learn to Read, vol. 4, teach r-controlled vowels ar, or, er, ir, and ur and blends ck, sp, st, sm, sn, sc, sk, sl, sw, bl, cl, fl, pl, br, cr, gr, tr, dr and pr. 64 pages. JMP B0128 Reproducible book ISBN-13: 9781553860235 JMP 128CDK (CD/book) ISBN-13: 9781553860228 Order toll free: 1-800-567-7733 Fax: 1-800-229-3855 www.SongsThatTeach.com 15 Songs That Teach... Early Learners Songs and Activities for Early Learners Lullabies Around the World, Audio/Book Kit Kids learn about the alphabet, farm animals, counting, family members, parts of the body, days of the week, colors, fruit, opposites and shapes through these lively action-packed songs. The lyrics book also has fun activities and crossword puzzles which may be reproduced by the classroom teacher. Grade: K – 2 Winner of both a Parents’ Choice Silver Award and a Directors’ Choice Award. Featuring a dozen singers, with each vocalist singing in his or her own native tongue. Includes Russian, Polish, Japanese, Mandarin, French, Spanish, Italian, Yiddish, African and American lullabies with their English translations. The accompanying lyrics book (which classroom teachers may reproduce) includes multicultural activities. JMP105CDK (CD/book) ISBN-13: 9781894262415 JMP115CDK (CD/book) ISBN-13: 9781894262422 Reading Readiness Songs: Funky Phonics®…and more Cross-curricular songs. Great introduction to reading! Uses both phonetic and whole language approaches. Learn about the alphabet, vowels, consonants (C and G), telling time, days of the week, seasons, the environment and more. Grade: K – 3 JMP103CDK (CD/book) ISBN-13: 9781894262200 Gifts for baby... Lullabies for Beautiful Dreamers Parents’ Choice Award Winner Award-winning songs teaching nutrition, basic anatomy, the food groups, dental hygiene, personal and fire safety and much more. The reproducible lyrics book also includes activities. A bonus of music accompaniment tracks makes class performances fun and easy. Grade: K - 3 Boosts babies’ intelligence with lullabies in eleven different languages. JMP116CDK (CD/book) ISBN-13: 9781894262408 Great gift item. Features special lullabies for Moms or caregivers to sing and special arrangements for Dads. Includes lyrics. JMP110CD ISBN-13: 9781894262262 Lullabies Around the World JMP115CD 16 Healthy Habits for Early Learners Order toll free: 1-800-567-7733 ISBN-13: 9781894262279 Fax: 1-800-229-3855 www.SongsThatTeach.com Songs That Teach... Mathematics The “Unplugged Math” series was created by teachers and is a great alternative to heavier rock and rap programs. It uses an interactive approach. The multiplication and division kits are especially designed to feature and review skip counting in the chorus of every song. The 3R Rap®, Multiplication Hip, sophisticated songs boost reading and multiplication at the same time. The 3R Rap® was nominated by the University of Louisville for the Grawemeyer Award in Education for “outstanding achievement with a potential for world-wide impact.” Recommended for adolescent upgrading. JMP101CDK (CD/book) ISBN-13: 9781894262903 “We are so excited and proud of the Multiplication CDs that were purchased for all 2nd and 3rd grade students in our school! It is not unusual to walk down the hall and hear them humming the songs! Teachers are seeing a remarkable difference in Math classwork everyday! It is so exciting to see students having fun as they learn! Thanks for sharing your songs with us!” - Diane Bickerstaff Assistant Principal, Newnan, GA Order toll free: 1-800-567-7733 Addition Unplugged Subtraction Unplugged (Sums to 18) (Minuends to 18) JMP112CDK (CD/book) ISBN-13: 9781895523676 JMP113CDK (CD/book) ISBN-13: 9781895523713 Multiplication Unplugged Division Unplugged (Times Tables to 12) JMP114CDK (CD/book) ISBN-13: 9781895523799 (Divisors to 9) JMP111CDK (CD/book) ISBN-13: 9781895523751 Fax: 1-800-229-3855 www.SongsThatTeach.com 17 Songs That Teach... Language Arts Thematic Songs for Learning Language Grammar Grooves Tap your toes to the Grammar Grooves. These ten songs teach basic grammar rules (nouns, pronouns, adjectives, tenses, adverbs and punctuation). Reproducible activities and crossword puzzles which are included in the lyrics book help reinforce learning. Boost literacy by using music accompaniment tracks for karaoke and music night productions. Grade 3 – 4 These songs and activities teach common expressions, modes of transportation, clothing, mealtime, weather, parts of the body, pets and rooms in the house. There is even a song teaching the correct use of prepositions! Reproducible activities and crossword puzzles which are included in the lyrics book help reinforce learning. Great as an ESL resource! JMP109CDK (CD/book) ISBN-13: 9781894262194 JMP120CDK (CD/book) ISBN-13: 9781894262347 Character Attributes Songs That Teach... Character Building Songs – Musical Fun with Unison, Rounds and Partner Songs! Classroom teachers and music teachers alike will be delighted with this set of songs teaching generosity, responsibility, respect, honesty, etiquette, tolerance, empathy, courage, perseverance and optimism. Separate arrangements allow each song to be sung in unison, as a round or as a classroom performance. Accompanying activities to reinforce lessons taught in the songs are included in the reproducible lyrics book. JMP-138CDK (CD/book) Music teachers will especially love our “Character Building Songs”. Each song, which focuses on a particular character attribute, can be sung in unison or as a round. Audio tracks on the CD accommodate unison singing and round singing. Lead sheets are also available for download on our website. 18 Order toll free: 1-800-567-7733 Fax: 1-800-229-3855 www.SongsThatTeach.com Songs Of... Celebration Seasons...Holidays...Diversity Celebrate Seasons Celebrate Holidays Ten songs with activities teach about fall and deciduous trees, migration and hibernation, how animals prepare for winter, spring and maple syrup, flowers and pollination, solstices and equinoxes and how seasons differ in different parts of the world. A complement of instrumental tracks can be used to boost literacy and for class performances. Grade: K – 4 Sing and learn about many holidays including Halloween, Thanksgiving, Chanukah, Christmas, New Year’s celebrations, Valentine’s Day, St. Patrick’s Day, Easter, a patriotic song for our country’s birthday and more. The lyrics book includes activities which may be reproduced for classroom use. Grade: K – 3 JMP118CDK (CD/book) ISBN-13: 9781894262033 JMP119CDK (CD/book) ISBN-13: 9781894262248 Celebrate the Human Race Award-winning songs based on the lives and cultures of children whose homelands boast the Seven Natural Wonders of the World. This is an incredible resource. The songs are written in styles representative of the various cultures. Paper dolls and costumes are included in the reproducible lyrics book. Grade: K – 3 JMP106CDK (CD/book) ISBN-13: 9781894262545 multicultural Order toll free: 1-800-567-7733 Fax: 1-800-229-3855 “I am so impressed with your skill and expertise. What a great calling! I admire you and your work very much. Please continue sharing with me. I have students that admire your work. Well done!” - Bob Lake, Intervention Teacher, Clover Leaf High School, Lodi, Ohio “Kids from all around the world are waiting for your songs!” - Dae Seon Lee, Teacher, South Korea www.SongsThatTeach.com 19 B I L I N G UA L S O N G S TM new! English Mandarin Chinese Nineteen years ago, Sara Jordan created her first audio-book kit to help bolster literacy skills for her struggling students. Encouraged and motivated by the results, her company now publishes dozens of curriculum resources that address learning through the Multiple Intelligences. We are pleased to announce our latest addition to the Bilingual Song Series – Bilingual Songs: English - Mandarin Chinese. See page 3 in our catalog or visit www.SongsThatTeach.com to listen. A Note About S T A N D A R D S It is our goal to help schools, teachers and students measure up to the challenge of new state, provincial and federal requirements. In recent years, K-12 education has had to become far more The original TM P U B L I S H I N G Sara Jordan Publishing M.P.O. Box 490 Niagara Falls, New York U.S.A. 14302-0490 accountable. With this in mind, we have developed a special part of our website showing how our titles will help you meet today’s challenges of assessments, accountability and the need to teach to standards. For more detailed information on how our titles have been aligned to the standards, please visit: www.SongsThatTeach and click the link Standards. www.SongsThatTeach.com
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