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<title>Keybookshop Blog</title><link>http://www.keybookshop.com/index.html</link><description>Ebook News at Keybookshop.com</description><dc:language>en</dc:language><dc:creator>kevin@keybookshop.com</dc:creator><dc:rights>Copyright 2008 Keybookshop</dc:rights><dc:date>2010-11-25T10:19:47-07:00</dc:date><admin:generatorAgent rdf:resource="http://www.realmacsoftware.com/" />
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<lastBuildDate>Tue, 20 May 2008 19:43:58 -0600</lastBuildDate><item><title>Down to Earth Geography Series</title><dc:creator>kevin@keybookshop.com</dc:creator><category>geography</category><category>educational ebooks</category><dc:date>2010-11-25T10:19:47-07:00</dc:date><link>http://www.keybookshop.com/blogs/blog/files/Down_to_Earth_Geography_Series.html#unique-entry-id-65</link><guid isPermaLink="true">http://www.keybookshop.com/blogs/blog/files/Down_to_Earth_Geography_Series.html#unique-entry-id-65</guid><content:encoded><![CDATA[Help students become geographically literate and better prepared to participate in a global community. ...  High-interest activities introduce students to maps and globes, places and regions, environments and societies, and more.   Extras include vocabulary practice pages and a zipped collection of files with maps and activities that can be printed as transparencies or student hand-outs.


This enhanced eBook gives you the freedom to copy and paste the content of each page into the format that fits your needs.   You can post lessons on your class website, make student copies, and more.
]]></content:encoded></item><item><title>Education eBooks by Free Spirit Publishing</title><dc:creator>kevin@keybookshop.com</dc:creator><category>educational ebooks</category><dc:date>2010-11-18T20:04:31-07:00</dc:date><link>http://www.keybookshop.com/blogs/blog/files/Education_eBooks_by_Free_Spirit_Publishing.html#unique-entry-id-64</link><guid isPermaLink="true">http://www.keybookshop.com/blogs/blog/files/Education_eBooks_by_Free_Spirit_Publishing.html#unique-entry-id-64</guid><content:encoded><![CDATA[Teaching Gifted Kids in the Regular Classroom has been the definitive guide to meeting the learning needs of gifted students in the mixed-abilities classroom - without losing control, causing resentment, or spending hours preparing extra materials. 

...And if bullies happen to read this book, they'll find ideas they can use to get along with others and feel good about themselves - without making other people miserable.


...Tips, techniques, strategies, and examples empower kids to conquer clutter, prioritize tasks, handle homework, prepare for tests, plan projects, stop procrastinating, and start enjoying the benefits of being organized: less stress and more success. 

...Trevor Romain knows how horrible homework can be, and kids will see this right away as they page through this book, grin at the cartoons, and smile at Trevor's funny insights. ...  Kids will also learn how to make a homework schedule, when to do the hardest homework (first!), the benefits of doing homework, and more - serious suggestions delivered with wit and humor because laughter makes learning fun.
]]></content:encoded></item><item><title>Veteran&#x27;s Day Teaching Resources</title><dc:creator>kevin@keybookshop.com</dc:creator><category>Veterans Day</category><category>Remembrance Day</category><dc:date>2010-11-08T22:59:39-07:00</dc:date><link>http://www.keybookshop.com/blogs/blog/files/Veterans_Day_Teaching_Resources.html#unique-entry-id-63</link><guid isPermaLink="true">http://www.keybookshop.com/blogs/blog/files/Veterans_Day_Teaching_Resources.html#unique-entry-id-63</guid><content:encoded><![CDATA[Now, young readers can get the scoop about these special occasions and many more in Weigl Publishers' American Holidays.


...Veterans Day is a time to honor the men and women who have served in the United States Armed Forces.   On November 11th, services are held across the country dedicated to remembering those who made important sacrifices in the fight for peace and security. 

...Each year on November 11th, millions of people in Canada and other countries in the Commonwealth take time to remember the men and women who served their countries during times of war.   This book describes how people around the world hold similar services to make sure that the sacrifices they made for the world's security are remembered. ]]></content:encoded></item><item><title>2010 Back to School Discount</title><dc:creator>kevin@keybookshop.com</dc:creator><category>Dicounts</category><category>Discount Code</category><dc:date>2010-08-31T22:00:34-06:00</dc:date><link>http://www.keybookshop.com/blogs/blog/files/2010_Back_to_School_Discount.html#unique-entry-id-62</link><guid isPermaLink="true">http://www.keybookshop.com/blogs/blog/files/2010_Back_to_School_Discount.html#unique-entry-id-62</guid><content:encoded><![CDATA[KeyBookshop.com would like to welcome you back to school by offering an additional 10% off our entire selection of educational ebooks and teaching materials.   Simply enter the code &ldquo;KBS963&rdquo; in the shopping cart as you check out and the discount will be applied to your entire order.   This discount  will be in effect until September 15, 2010.   Don&rsquo;t miss the opportunity to save even more on every ebook in the store.   Click here to start saving!
]]></content:encoded></item><item><title>Welcome Back to School Bulletin Board Ideas</title><dc:creator>kevin@keybookshop.com</dc:creator><category>Fall</category><category>Bulletin Boards</category><dc:date>2010-08-12T20:14:04-06:00</dc:date><link>http://www.keybookshop.com/blogs/blog/files/Welcome_Back_to_School_Bulletin_Board_Ideas.html#unique-entry-id-61</link><guid isPermaLink="true">http://www.keybookshop.com/blogs/blog/files/Welcome_Back_to_School_Bulletin_Board_Ideas.html#unique-entry-id-61</guid><content:encoded><![CDATA[Activities to help your students get acquainted, tips for planning and organizing, ideas for open house, suggestions for parental involvement, bulletin boards with patterns, and more.


  The Best of THE MAILBOX Bulletin Boards 


You'll be the envy of the school!   Choose from the most popular bulletin boards ever published in THE MAILBOX magazine.   Included are ideas for creative, eye-catching displays for every month.
]]></content:encoded></item><item><title>Summer Success Series for Students - Week 10</title><dc:creator>kevin@keybookshop.com</dc:creator><category>Summer Success Series</category><category>Reading</category><category>Writing</category><category>Teacher Created Resources</category><dc:date>2010-08-09T09:02:47-06:00</dc:date><link>http://www.keybookshop.com/blogs/blog/files/Summer_Success_Series_for_Students_Week_10.html#unique-entry-id-60</link><guid isPermaLink="true">http://www.keybookshop.com/blogs/blog/files/Summer_Success_Series_for_Students_Week_10.html#unique-entry-id-60</guid><content:encoded><![CDATA[Can you imagine how wonderful it would be if the students in your classroom could acquire the skills they need to be ready for on-grade instruction? ...  Based on standards from all the national organizations and several states, the authors have determined the top prerequisite skills that a student going into a certain grade level should have to be successful in that grade. ...  And they have developed a practical, teacher-tested system for preparing students to master the content that states require them to know.   Each book in the Essential Skills series is full of straightforward lessons and activities to activate students' prior knowledge of a particular skill. ...  If students lack some skills they need, additional PAL Packets are available on the files that come with the eBook. ]]></content:encoded></item><item><title>Summer Success Series for Students - Week 9</title><dc:creator>kevin@keybookshop.com</dc:creator><category>Summer Success Series</category><dc:date>2010-08-03T17:05:38-06:00</dc:date><link>http://www.keybookshop.com/blogs/blog/files/Summer_Success_Series_for_Students_Week_9.html#unique-entry-id-59</link><guid isPermaLink="true">http://www.keybookshop.com/blogs/blog/files/Summer_Success_Series_for_Students_Week_9.html#unique-entry-id-59</guid><content:encoded><![CDATA[  50 Little Stories to Take Home (Enhanced eBook)


Young learners love stories, especially stories about children or animals that have experiences similar to their own.   The stories in 50 Little Stories to Take Home reflect young readers' experiences at school, at home, and on special days.


This enhanced eBook gives you the freedom to copy and paste the content of each page into the format that fits your needs.   You can post lessons on your class website, make student copies, and more.
]]></content:encoded></item><item><title>Summer Success Series for Students - Week 8</title><dc:creator>kevin@keybookshop.com</dc:creator><category>Summer Success Series</category><dc:date>2010-07-27T19:55:01-06:00</dc:date><link>http://www.keybookshop.com/blogs/blog/files/Summer_Success_Series_for_Students_Week_8.html#unique-entry-id-58</link><guid isPermaLink="true">http://www.keybookshop.com/blogs/blog/files/Summer_Success_Series_for_Students_Week_8.html#unique-entry-id-58</guid><content:encoded><![CDATA[English Builders is a new series of language games based on early skills.   Their colourful illustrations and original activities ensure that children will have fun while learning. 

...Children of all ages have fun preparing for holidays with creative activities and projects.   For use at school, in clubs, and at home.


...Level(s): Early Childhood, Primary, Intermediate 
]]></content:encoded></item><item><title>Summer Success Series for Students - Week 7</title><dc:creator>kevin@keybookshop.com</dc:creator><category>Summer Success Series</category><dc:date>2010-07-20T10:13:44-06:00</dc:date><link>http://www.keybookshop.com/blogs/blog/files/Summer_Success_Series_for_Students_Week_7.html#unique-entry-id-57</link><guid isPermaLink="true">http://www.keybookshop.com/blogs/blog/files/Summer_Success_Series_for_Students_Week_7.html#unique-entry-id-57</guid><content:encoded><![CDATA[      


For enterprising kids, or High School students looking to get a head start on college or university this summer, Britannica Educational Publishing has everything you need.   With books on math, space, philosophy, religion, world cultures, and ancient civilizations, these titles are comprehensive enough to give students an early college level understanding, but are interesting and engaging enough to read for fun.


Britannica Educational Publishing]]></content:encoded></item><item><title>Summer Success Series for Students - Week 5</title><dc:creator>kevin@keybookshop.com</dc:creator><category>Summer Success Series</category><category>Math</category><dc:date>2010-07-07T19:54:16-06:00</dc:date><link>http://www.keybookshop.com/blogs/blog/files/Summer_Success_Series_for_Students_Week_5.html#unique-entry-id-55</link><guid isPermaLink="true">http://www.keybookshop.com/blogs/blog/files/Summer_Success_Series_for_Students_Week_5.html#unique-entry-id-55</guid><content:encoded><![CDATA[  Daily Problem Solving: Math for Summer, Grades 2-3 (Enhanced eBook)


Make every day's math lesson exciting for the whole class with daily math problem-solving series.   Forty-four illustrated math problems are presented on 8.5 x 11 illustrated pages. 

...This enhanced eBook gives you the freedom to copy and paste the content of each page into the format that fits your needs.   You can post lessons on your class website, make student copies, and more.
]]></content:encoded></item><item><title>Summer Success Series for Students - Week 4</title><dc:creator>kevin@keybookshop.com</dc:creator><category>Summer Success Series</category><category>Math</category><dc:date>2010-07-01T11:26:50-06:00</dc:date><link>http://www.keybookshop.com/blogs/blog/files/Summer_Success_Series_for_Students_Week_4.html#unique-entry-id-54</link><guid isPermaLink="true">http://www.keybookshop.com/blogs/blog/files/Summer_Success_Series_for_Students_Week_4.html#unique-entry-id-54</guid><content:encoded><![CDATA[ Math Review Grade 2


Both teachers and parents appreciate how effectively this series helps students master skills in reading, mathematics, penmanship, writing, and grammar.   Each book provides activities that are great for independent work in class, homework assignments, or extra practice to get ahead.   Test practice pages are included!


...  Math Review Grade 6]]></content:encoded></item><item><title>Summer Success Series for Students - Week 3</title><dc:creator>kevin@keybookshop.com</dc:creator><category>Summer</category><category>Summer work</category><category>Summer Success Series</category><dc:date>2010-06-21T22:58:51-06:00</dc:date><link>http://www.keybookshop.com/blogs/blog/files/Summer_Success_For_Students_Week_3.html#unique-entry-id-53</link><guid isPermaLink="true">http://www.keybookshop.com/blogs/blog/files/Summer_Success_For_Students_Week_3.html#unique-entry-id-53</guid><content:encoded><![CDATA[Looking to prevent summer brain-freeze and help your child get a jump start on the next school year?   The study skills lessons in Summer Daily Brainwork will teach your child to "work smarter, not harder."   Students who master these skills will spend less time, and accomplish more during homework and study time.   Their test study will be more productive and they will get better grades. ...  Each of the 40 lessons (5 per week for the 10 week summer with 2 weeks off for vacation) is "teacher-tested" and "kid approved."
]]></content:encoded></item><item><title>Summer Success Series for Students - Week 2</title><dc:creator>kevin@keybookshop.com</dc:creator><category>Summer</category><category>Summer work</category><category>Reading</category><dc:date>2010-06-13T21:57:47-06:00</dc:date><link>http://www.keybookshop.com/blogs/blog/files/Summer_Success_For_Students_Week_2.html#unique-entry-id-52</link><guid isPermaLink="true">http://www.keybookshop.com/blogs/blog/files/Summer_Success_For_Students_Week_2.html#unique-entry-id-52</guid><content:encoded><![CDATA[How do you keep students reading through the summer?   This learning package has been a hit solution from the time it was introduced.   It offers tips for finding interesting books, newspaper activities to explore language and improve skills, and a chart in the centerspread in which students can log 10 weeks' worth of books they read during summer vacation.


...Grade(s): 3 - 12 


Level(s): Primary, Intermediate, Middle School, High School ]]></content:encoded></item><item><title>Summer Succes Series for Students</title><dc:creator>kevin@keybookshop.com</dc:creator><category>educational ebooks</category><category>Summer work</category><dc:date>2010-06-09T19:40:09-06:00</dc:date><link>http://www.keybookshop.com/blogs/blog/files/Summer_Success_Series_for_Students.html#unique-entry-id-51</link><guid isPermaLink="true">http://www.keybookshop.com/blogs/blog/files/Summer_Success_Series_for_Students.html#unique-entry-id-51</guid><content:encoded><![CDATA[KeyBookshop.com announces the Summer Success Series for Students, a 12 week series that will highlight resources to help students keep and sharpen their skills throughout the summer and prepare for a successful next school year. 

...Research shows that short, consistent practice and review can greatly enhance a students ability to maintain, and even enhance, their skills over the summer months. ...  Guiding students over the summer is one of the best methods parents have of helping them be successful in school.


...A whole summers worth of books can be saved on a USB flash drive and carried virtually anywhere, printing only what is needed, when it is needed.


KeyBookshop.com invites anyone concerned about their student's success to investigate the opportunity to give the students the help they deserve. ]]></content:encoded></item><item><title>Summer Activities for Student Success</title><dc:creator>kevin@keybookshop.com</dc:creator><category>Summer work</category><category> reading</category><category>Math</category><category>Writing</category><category>Spelling</category><dc:date>2010-06-06T19:26:18-06:00</dc:date><link>http://www.keybookshop.com/blogs/blog/files/Summer_Activities_for_Student_Success.html#unique-entry-id-50</link><guid isPermaLink="true">http://www.keybookshop.com/blogs/blog/files/Summer_Activities_for_Student_Success.html#unique-entry-id-50</guid><content:encoded><![CDATA[Research has shown that short sessions of daily practice help to maintain,and even increase, what has been learned.


The Daily Summer Activities series from Evan-Moor provides 10 weeks of appropriate, teacher developed practice activities and resources to help your child make a successful transition from one grade to the next.   Reading, writing, math, spelling, and other tasks are presented throughout the sequence of weeks.


...Daily Summer Activities: Moving from 2nd to 3rd Grade


Daily Summer Activities: Moving from 3rd to 4th Grade
]]></content:encoded></item><item><title>New Literature Guides</title><dc:creator>kevin@keybookshop.com</dc:creator><category>educational ebooks</category><category>Literature</category><category>Reading</category><category>Resources</category><dc:date>2010-05-18T22:23:15-06:00</dc:date><link>http://www.keybookshop.com/blogs/blog/files/0e3cfeead605d95a0b30bea1479d1286-49.html#unique-entry-id-49</link><guid isPermaLink="true">http://www.keybookshop.com/blogs/blog/files/0e3cfeead605d95a0b30bea1479d1286-49.html#unique-entry-id-49</guid><content:encoded><![CDATA[Literature Guide for teaching The Great Gatsby; correlated to the NCTE and IRA Content Standards in English/Language Arts; includes author biography, historical context, vocabulary activities, literary analysis, assessment practice and preparation activities, comprehension questions, study guide, essay and writing ideas, pre-reading activities, extension activities, alternative assessment, summary of the novel, quizzes, unit test, and more - complete with answer key.


...Literature Guide for teaching Romeo and Juliet; correlated to the NCTE and IRA Content Standards in English/Language Arts; includes author biography, historical context, vocabulary activities, literary analysis, assessment practice and preparation activities, comprehension questions, study guide, essay and writing ideas, pre-reading activities, extension activities, alternative assessment, summary of the play, quizzes, unit test, and more - complete with answer key.


...  Of Mice and Men Literature Guide


Literature Guide for teaching Of Mice and Men; correlated to the NCTE and IRA Content Standards in English/Language Arts; includes author biography, historical context, vocabulary activities, literary analysis, assessment practice and preparation activities, comprehension questions, study guide, essay and writing ideas, pre-reading activities, extension activities, alternative assessment, summary of the novel, quizzes, unit test, and more - complete with answer key.


...Literature Guide for teaching Animal Farm; correlated to the NCTE and IRA Content Standards in English/Language Arts; includes author biography, historical context, vocabulary activities, literary analysis, assessment practice and preparation activities, comprehension questions, study guide, essay and writing ideas, pre-reading activities, extension activities, alternative assessment, summary of the novel, quizzes, unit test, and more - complete with answer key.
]]></content:encoded></item><item><title>Edcational eBooks for Earth Day</title><dc:creator>kevin@keybookshop.com</dc:creator><category>educational ebooks</category><dc:date>2010-04-21T19:19:24-06:00</dc:date><link>http://www.keybookshop.com/blogs/blog/files/earth_day_education_ebooks.html#unique-entry-id-48</link><guid isPermaLink="true">http://www.keybookshop.com/blogs/blog/files/earth_day_education_ebooks.html#unique-entry-id-48</guid><content:encoded><![CDATA[Focusing on what children can do themselves, each unit in this book deals with a different aspect of recycling and has a matching teacher page of background information, cross curricular teaching ideas and more. 

...Each unit in this book deals with a different aspect of global warming and has a matching teacher page of background information, cross curricular teaching ideas and more. 

...Each unit in this book deals with a different aspect of reducing carbon emissions, and has a matching teacher page of background information, cross curricular teaching ideas and more. 

...Each unit in this book deals with a different aspect of energy issues and has a matching teacher page of background information, cross curricular teaching ideas and more. 

...Each unit in this book deals with a different aspect of food and water supplies and has a matching teacher page of background information, cross curricular teaching ideas and more. ]]></content:encoded></item><item><title>New Books</title><dc:creator>kevin@keybookshop.com</dc:creator><dc:subject>Home</dc:subject><dc:date>2010-04-20T19:58:19-06:00</dc:date><link>http://www.keybookshop.com/blogs/blog/files/0f9bdba29cb6d2e4a4be855e2bc23e92-47.html#unique-entry-id-47</link><guid isPermaLink="true">http://www.keybookshop.com/blogs/blog/files/0f9bdba29cb6d2e4a4be855e2bc23e92-47.html#unique-entry-id-47</guid><content:encoded><![CDATA[This matching, multiple-choice, fill-in-the-blank, and essay test is an easy and convenient way to make sure your students fully understand the books they're reading in class.


...This Novel-Ties study guide accompanies The Miraculous Journey of Edward Tulane, the story about a cold-hearted toy rabbit who develops emotion once he is separated from the girl who adores him. 

...These carefully sequenced, creative, and often humorous math exercises will give your students important math, reading, and reasoning practice - and they are lots of fun. 

...These carefully sequenced, creative, and often humorous math exercises will give your students important math, reading, and reasoning practice - and they are lots of fun.   Each page contains one developmentally appropriate math problem, written with easy-to-read phonetic words, along with age-appropriate high frequency words. ]]></content:encoded></item><item><title>18&#x2c;000 Educational Ebooks Ready for the iPad</title><dc:creator>kevin@keybookshop.com</dc:creator><category>educational ebooks</category><category>iPad</category><category>Apple</category><category>worksheets</category><category>Research</category><category>Teacher Materials</category><dc:date>2010-03-15T17:33:27-06:00</dc:date><link>http://www.keybookshop.com/blogs/blog/files/Eductional_Ebooks_for_iPad.html#unique-entry-id-46</link><guid isPermaLink="true">http://www.keybookshop.com/blogs/blog/files/Eductional_Ebooks_for_iPad.html#unique-entry-id-46</guid><content:encoded><![CDATA[Utilizing PDF technology, these ebooks will take full advantage of the iPad&rsquo;s screen size and ability to display graphical as well as textual content.   Since the iPad is based on the iPhone OS and will run the same apps, there are a number of applications and methods to move PDF files to the iPad or iPhone.


The list of titles available at KeyBookshop.com covers a wonderful array of topics including core subjects such as reading, writing, math, science, literature social studies and language as well as more specialized topics such as computers, technology, arts, crafts, and many others. 

...The growing list of publishers includes well know names such as Encyclopedia Britannica, Teacher Created Resources, Weekly Reader Publishing, Evan-Moor Educational Publishing, Milliken, Saddleback Educational Publishing, and Prestwick House. 

...Combining this extensive collection of educational ebooks with the flexibility and power of a portable, full color, connected device creates a powerful combination of a resource library that is always at your fingertips. ]]></content:encoded></item><item><title>Updated Discount Code</title><dc:creator>kevin@keybookshop.com</dc:creator><category>Discount Code</category><category>New Year</category><dc:date>2010-01-04T09:15:34-07:00</dc:date><link>http://www.keybookshop.com/blogs/blog/files/Updated_Discount_Code.html#unique-entry-id-45</link><guid isPermaLink="true">http://www.keybookshop.com/blogs/blog/files/Updated_Discount_Code.html#unique-entry-id-45</guid><content:encoded><![CDATA[To all of our loyal customers, thank you for helping make 2009 our best year yet!   We look forward to seeing you all again in 2010.


In recognition of your ongoing loyalty, we would like to help you start 2010 off right by giving you an additional 10% off at KeyBookshop.com!   Just simply enter and activate coupon code&nbsp; KBS589 &nbsp;in your shopping cart, and your discount will be automatically applied.   Use the coupon as many times as you like, and share it with as many friends as you like. ]]></content:encoded></item><item><title>New Year Discount</title><dc:creator>kevin@keybookshop.com</dc:creator><category>Discount Code</category><dc:date>2010-01-02T00:38:52-07:00</dc:date><link>http://www.keybookshop.com/blogs/blog/files/New_Year_Discount.html#unique-entry-id-44</link><guid isPermaLink="true">http://www.keybookshop.com/blogs/blog/files/New_Year_Discount.html#unique-entry-id-44</guid><content:encoded><![CDATA[In hope of making up for our mistake, we will extend the discount period until January 15, 2009.


To all of our loyal customers, thank you for helping make 2009 our best year yet! 

...In recognition of your ongoing loyalty, we would like to help you start 2010 off right by giving you an additional 10% off at KeyBookshop.com!   Just simply enter and activate coupon code&nbsp; KBS352 &nbsp;in your shopping cart, and your discount will be automatically applied.   Use the coupon as many times as you like, and share it with as many friends as you like. ]]></content:encoded></item><item><title>Black Friday Discounts&#x21;</title><dc:creator>kevin@keybookshop.com</dc:creator><category>ebooks</category><category>Black Friday</category><category>Dicounts</category><dc:date>2009-11-23T20:20:54-07:00</dc:date><link>http://www.keybookshop.com/blogs/blog/files/Black_Friday_Discounts.html#unique-entry-id-43</link><guid isPermaLink="true">http://www.keybookshop.com/blogs/blog/files/Black_Friday_Discounts.html#unique-entry-id-43</guid><content:encoded><![CDATA[November 27th, 2009 will be one of the busiest shopping days of the year, and we will be marking the occasion with an amazing sale at KeyBookshop.com! 

...All you need to do is purchase your products between 12:01 a.m. ...  MST on November 27th, and the discounts will automatically be applied. ...  Then just load up your cart ahead of time and complete the purchase at some point on the 27th to get the discount. 

...In addition to these great savings, all purchases count towards our Rewards Program, which credits you back 5% of everything you spend each month (in the form of a digital coupon in your shopping cart).]]></content:encoded></item><item><title>Discount Code at KeyBookshop.com</title><dc:creator>kevin@keybookshop.com</dc:creator><category>Discount Code</category><dc:date>2009-03-31T22:36:30-06:00</dc:date><link>http://www.keybookshop.com/blogs/blog/files/Discount_Code.html#unique-entry-id-42</link><guid isPermaLink="true">http://www.keybookshop.com/blogs/blog/files/Discount_Code.html#unique-entry-id-42</guid><content:encoded><![CDATA[KeyBookshop.com would like to announce a special 10% discount from April 1 to June 30, 2009. ...  Purchase as much as you want, just remember that the code can only be used once!


...To use the code, shop for and select the books you would like to purchase.


At the checkout screen, enter the code "KBS946" in the coupon field which is located in the green bar just above the list of ebooks in the cart and then click the "Activate" button. 

...You are welcome to pass the code along to as many others as you would like.
]]></content:encoded></item><item><title>February 09 KeyBookshop.com eNews</title><dc:creator>kevin@keybookshop.com</dc:creator><category>educational ebooks</category><category>Newsletter</category><dc:date>2009-02-11T08:44:27-07:00</dc:date><link>http://www.keybookshop.com/blogs/blog/files/February_09_eNews.html#unique-entry-id-41</link><guid isPermaLink="true">http://www.keybookshop.com/blogs/blog/files/February_09_eNews.html#unique-entry-id-41</guid><content:encoded><![CDATA[As Valentine's Day 2009 approaches, we thought you might like to see a few of our bestselling Valentine's Day themed titles. &nbsp;

...(i) Milliken Publishing - many of our customers have requested titles from this publisher and it is great to now be able to offer their fine products in a digital form. 

...In addition to the new publishers listed above, this month we have also added many more quality digital products from the following great publishers:


...On the first day of each month, a digital coupon (representing 5% of your total purchases in the previous month) will be added to your shopping cart. 

...Our Rewards Program is unlike others in that there is no application to complete, no points to collect, no cards to carry, no codes to enter, and (most importantly) no fees to pay. ]]></content:encoded></item><item><title>December 2008 Keybookshop Enews</title><dc:creator>kevin@keybookshop.com</dc:creator><category>educational ebooks</category><category>Newsletter</category><dc:date>2008-12-07T19:00:31-07:00</dc:date><link>http://www.keybookshop.com/blogs/blog/files/December_2008_Enews.html#unique-entry-id-40</link><guid isPermaLink="true">http://www.keybookshop.com/blogs/blog/files/December_2008_Enews.html#unique-entry-id-40</guid><content:encoded><![CDATA[After almost four years of selling eBooks and other digital products to teachers and parents around the world, we remain very interested in your thoughts and opinions about the service we offer. 

...We are pleased to announce that Saddleback Educational Publishing &nbsp;have made the decision to begin selling "enhanced" versions of their eBooks at our eStore. 

...We are proud to supply several new titles in many different categories from Maupin House, and are expecting to add even more new titles soon!


...As you know, all of our eBooks are in PDF format, which is a format used by Adobe Acrobat Reader, a free program available for all computer formats and types. &nbsp;

...On the first day of each month, a digital coupon (representing 5% of your total purchases in the previous month) will be added to your shopping cart. ]]></content:encoded></item><item><title>Black Friday Sale at Keybookshop.com</title><dc:creator>kevin@keybookshop.com</dc:creator><category>educational ebooks</category><dc:date>2008-11-24T22:14:32-07:00</dc:date><link>http://www.keybookshop.com/blogs/blog/files/f54dce2520480545574545adab7ece5e-39.html#unique-entry-id-39</link><guid isPermaLink="true">http://www.keybookshop.com/blogs/blog/files/f54dce2520480545574545adab7ece5e-39.html#unique-entry-id-39</guid><content:encoded><![CDATA[2) Save 20% off all the other eBooks and digital products in our collection.


3) All purchases count towards our Rewards Program which credits you back 5% of all spent each month (in the form of a digital coupon in your shopping cart).


...(b) The twelve deeply discounted items will be displayed on our main/home page and on: sale specials


(c) The storewide discount of 20% will be automatically applied to all products in stock (no need for you to enter any codes, etc.); the discounted price will be displayed on all search results pages, detail pages, and in your shopping cart.


...Please note that unlike many other sales on Friday, there is no need for you to wait in line or try to get one of a limited number of sale items. ]]></content:encoded></item><item><title>November 2008 Keybookshop.com Enews Update</title><dc:creator>kevin@keybookshop.com</dc:creator><category>educational ebooks</category><category>Newsletter</category><dc:date>2008-11-18T22:42:49-07:00</dc:date><link>http://www.keybookshop.com/blogs/blog/files/8e71e333853a4a747b402c1b5e6aebba-38.html#unique-entry-id-38</link><guid isPermaLink="true">http://www.keybookshop.com/blogs/blog/files/8e71e333853a4a747b402c1b5e6aebba-38.html#unique-entry-id-38</guid><content:encoded><![CDATA[We are pleased to announce that TimesaversForTeachers.com have &nbsp;made the decision to begin selling "enhanced" versions of their eBooks at our eStore.   These enhanced eBooks give you the freedom to copy and paste the content of each page into the format that fits your needs.   You can post lessons on your class website, make student copies, extract pages, rotate pages, and edit the contents of the file. &nbsp;

...On the first day of each month, a digital coupon (representing 5% of your total purchases in the previous month) will be added to your shopping cart. 

...Our Rewards Program is unlike others in that there is no application to complete, no points to collect, no cards to carry, no codes to enter, and (most importantly) no fees to pay. ]]></content:encoded></item><item><title>November 2008 Keybookshop Enews</title><dc:creator>kevin@keybookshop.com</dc:creator><category>educational ebooks</category><category>Newsletter</category><dc:date>2008-11-10T18:50:11-07:00</dc:date><link>http://www.keybookshop.com/blogs/blog/files/891d0f8e88ebab9e50700e4b92b0fb6f-36.html#unique-entry-id-36</link><guid isPermaLink="true">http://www.keybookshop.com/blogs/blog/files/891d0f8e88ebab9e50700e4b92b0fb6f-36.html#unique-entry-id-36</guid><content:encoded><![CDATA[This month, we are pleased to announce that we have added over 500 new eBook titles to our collection. &nbsp;

...We have many great eBook titles for your classroom to help with thematic study or to enhance curriculum projects about Thanksgiving. 


...As mentioned above, we are pleased to have added nearly 500 new eBooks to our collection this month. &nbsp;

...We are also pleased to welcome 10 new publishers to our eStore this month. &nbsp;  Many of these publishers are here because you have requested them, and we know that is the sign of quality educational materials! &nbsp;]]></content:encoded></item><item><title>Mid October 2008 Keybookshop Enews</title><dc:creator>kevin@keybookshop.com</dc:creator><category>educational ebooks</category><dc:date>2008-10-17T21:45:58-06:00</dc:date><link>http://www.keybookshop.com/blogs/blog/files/0cc72460581a0a94adb3d299fe102933-35.html#unique-entry-id-35</link><guid isPermaLink="true">http://www.keybookshop.com/blogs/blog/files/0cc72460581a0a94adb3d299fe102933-35.html#unique-entry-id-35</guid><content:encoded><![CDATA[Great New Titles From....


...This month we have added hundreds of new eBooks from the following popular publishers:


...Seven New Publishers!!


...We are pleased to announce the arrival of seven new publishers to our eStore.   You can now enjoy great digital products from the following:
]]></content:encoded></item><item><title>October 2008 Keybookshop.com Enews</title><dc:creator>kevin@keybookshop.com</dc:creator><category>educational ebooks</category><category>Newsletter</category><dc:date>2008-10-04T22:22:59-06:00</dc:date><link>http://www.keybookshop.com/blogs/blog/files/39110e4fca785bba264014fd13cafef8-34.html#unique-entry-id-34</link><guid isPermaLink="true">http://www.keybookshop.com/blogs/blog/files/39110e4fca785bba264014fd13cafef8-34.html#unique-entry-id-34</guid><content:encoded><![CDATA[Always a best-selling publisher, Teacher Created Resources latest additions include two new series and additions to one of their most popular series. &nbsp;


...At a variety of grade levels from a selection of our finest publishers, you&rsquo;re sure to find something to meet the needs of your class. 

...We are pleased to announce that recently Evan-Moor made the decision to begin selling "enhanced" versions of all of their eBooks at our eStore. 

...As you know, all of our eBooks are in PDF format, which is a format used by Adobe Acrobat Reader, a free program available for all computer formats and types. &nbsp;

...On the first day of each month, a digital coupon (representing 5% of your total purchases in the previous month) will be added to your shopping cart. ]]></content:encoded></item><item><title>Famous People Research and Babe Ruth</title><dc:creator>kevin@keybookshop.com</dc:creator><category>educational ebooks</category><category>Reading</category><category>Resources</category><category>Research</category><dc:date>2008-10-01T23:31:24-06:00</dc:date><link>http://www.keybookshop.com/blogs/blog/files/038dffc3fd56cab80d54bfbf9fe6650c-33.html#unique-entry-id-33</link><guid isPermaLink="true">http://www.keybookshop.com/blogs/blog/files/038dffc3fd56cab80d54bfbf9fe6650c-33.html#unique-entry-id-33</guid><content:encoded><![CDATA[Ready to Research: Famous People


...This series is designed to encourage youngsters to work independently and to teach them the process of research.   The books take them step-by-step through the research process: using sources, citing sources, taking notes, organizing data, writing a paper, producing a product that reflects the research, and presenting the product orally.   These skills are vital to their future success.


...Fast-paced and easy-to-read, these 32-page graphic biographies teach students about historical figures: those who lead us into new territory, pursued scientific discoveries; battled injustice and prejudice; and more.
]]></content:encoded></item><item><title>Grammardog Guides</title><dc:creator>kevin@keybookshop.com</dc:creator><category>educational ebooks</category><category>Literature</category><category>Middle School</category><category>High School</category><dc:date>2008-09-24T23:11:50-06:00</dc:date><link>http://www.keybookshop.com/blogs/blog/files/20d02ddec36b3ab0f9d972345508a3f8-32.html#unique-entry-id-32</link><guid isPermaLink="true">http://www.keybookshop.com/blogs/blog/files/20d02ddec36b3ab0f9d972345508a3f8-32.html#unique-entry-id-32</guid><content:encoded><![CDATA[Each literary work is analyzed for 12 of the following 14 elements: parts of speech; proofreading (spelling, capitalization, punctuation); simple, compound, complex sentences; complements; phrases; verbals; clauses; passive/active voice; pronouns; figurative language; poetic devices; sensory imagery; allusions and symbols; humor; literary analysis. 

...Each literary work is analyzed for 12 of the following 14 elements: parts of speech; proofreading (spelling, capitalization, punctuation); simple, compound, complex sentences; complements; phrases; verbals; clauses; passive/active voice; pronouns; figurative language; poetic devices; sensory imagery; allusions and symbols; humor; literary analysis. 

...Each literary work is analyzed for 12 of the following 14 elements: parts of speech; proofreading (spelling, capitalization, punctuation); simple, compound, complex sentences; complements; phrases; verbals; clauses; passive/active voice; pronouns; figurative language; poetic devices; sensory imagery; allusions and symbols; humor; literary analysis. 

...Each literary work is analyzed for 12 of the following 14 elements: parts of speech; proofreading (spelling, capitalization, punctuation); simple, compound, complex sentences; complements; phrases; verbals; clauses; passive/active voice; pronouns; figurative language; poetic devices; sensory imagery; allusions and symbols; humor; literary analysis. 

...Each literary work is analyzed for 12 of the following 14 elements: parts of speech; proofreading (spelling, capitalization, punctuation); simple, compound, complex sentences; complements; phrases; verbals; clauses; passive/active voice; pronouns; figurative language; poetic devices; sensory imagery; allusions and symbols; humor; literary analysis. ]]></content:encoded></item><item><title>New Math eBook</title><dc:creator>kevin@keybookshop.com</dc:creator><category>educational ebooks</category><category>Math</category><category>Middle School</category><category>Intermediate</category><dc:date>2008-09-23T22:41:39-06:00</dc:date><link>http://www.keybookshop.com/blogs/blog/files/80dc0274fed51ea231833c806b89b2a3-31.html#unique-entry-id-31</link><guid isPermaLink="true">http://www.keybookshop.com/blogs/blog/files/80dc0274fed51ea231833c806b89b2a3-31.html#unique-entry-id-31</guid><content:encoded><![CDATA[Math Patterns provides 98 math patterns and puzzles to solve in Chapter 1.   Each puzzle helps students recognize and solve patterns and sequences.   Chapter 2 provides the solution to each math puzzle. ...  The first is a PDF file for easy access and printing.   The second file is a Microsoft Word document that can used to solve the puzzles on the computer or modified to meet your needs. ]]></content:encoded></item><item><title>Rikki Tikki Tavi Resources</title><dc:creator>kevin@keybookshop.com</dc:creator><category>ebooks</category><category>educational ebooks</category><category>Literature</category><dc:date>2008-09-18T22:27:55-06:00</dc:date><link>http://www.keybookshop.com/blogs/blog/files/630c02888292dbe140b0ec7b364585b3-29.html#unique-entry-id-29</link><guid isPermaLink="true">http://www.keybookshop.com/blogs/blog/files/630c02888292dbe140b0ec7b364585b3-29.html#unique-entry-id-29</guid><content:encoded><![CDATA[Grammar, Style, and Proofreading Exercises designed to teach grammar in context. ...  Each literary work is analyzed for 12 of the following 14 elements: parts of speech; proofreading (spelling, capitalization, punctuation); simple, compound, complex sentences; complements; phrases; verbals; clauses; passive/active voice; pronouns; figurative language; poetic devices; sensory imagery; allusions and symbols; humor; literary analysis.   Includes Answer Key and Glossary of Literary Analysis Terms. ...  Grammardog Guides help students recognize the connection between language and meaning.   By learning how to analyze grammar and style, students discover they can decode the meaning of literature on their own.
]]></content:encoded></item><item><title>September 2008 Keybookshop.com Enews</title><dc:creator>kevin@keybookshop.com</dc:creator><category>educational ebooks</category><category>Newsletter</category><dc:date>2008-09-07T19:09:20-06:00</dc:date><link>http://www.keybookshop.com/blogs/blog/files/357a99579dff741a7124dffdb248d7ae-28.html#unique-entry-id-28</link><guid isPermaLink="true">http://www.keybookshop.com/blogs/blog/files/357a99579dff741a7124dffdb248d7ae-28.html#unique-entry-id-28</guid><content:encoded><![CDATA[We are pleased to announce that recently Evan-Moor made the decision to begin selling "enhanced" versions of all of their eBooks at our eStore. 

...This month, we have added 20 new eBook titles from Teacher Created Resources to our eStore shelves. &nbsp;

...As you prepare for this celebration with your students, one of our best-selling publishers, Shell Education has released an excellent eBook resource. 

...Just in time for back to school, we have just added six new amazing literature units/guides from one of our most popular publishers - Grammardog.


...On the first day of each month, a digital coupon (representing 5% of your total purchases in the previous month) will be added to your shopping cart. ]]></content:encoded></item><item><title>Bulletin Board Resources</title><dc:creator>kevin@keybookshop.com</dc:creator><category>educational ebooks</category><category>Teacher Materials</category><category>Bulletin Boards</category><dc:date>2008-08-26T20:23:48-06:00</dc:date><link>http://www.keybookshop.com/blogs/blog/files/a4d6880a4fb781c618c7332c0afb273c-27.html#unique-entry-id-27</link><guid isPermaLink="true">http://www.keybookshop.com/blogs/blog/files/a4d6880a4fb781c618c7332c0afb273c-27.html#unique-entry-id-27</guid><content:encoded><![CDATA[You get step-by-step directions and full-color cut-outs of captions, signs, and figures.   This enhanced eBook gives you the freedom to copy and paste the content of each page into the format that fits your needs. 

...Full-color captions, signs, and figures to cut out make it a snap to create a vibrant room environment.   This enhanced eBook gives you the freedom to copy and paste the content of each page into the format that fits your needs. 

...Full-color captions, signs, and figures to cut out make it a snap to create a vibrant room environment.
]]></content:encoded></item><item><title>Elections</title><dc:creator>kevin@keybookshop.com</dc:creator><category>educational ebooks</category><category>Elementary resources</category><category>Middle School</category><category>High School</category><category>Elections</category><dc:date>2008-08-24T23:01:41-06:00</dc:date><link>http://www.keybookshop.com/blogs/blog/files/76e6b4fd6c219a2b869e8adf10fa70bb-26.html#unique-entry-id-26</link><guid isPermaLink="true">http://www.keybookshop.com/blogs/blog/files/76e6b4fd6c219a2b869e8adf10fa70bb-26.html#unique-entry-id-26</guid><content:encoded><![CDATA[One of the most important events in American government and politics is the election of the president. ...  Usually, serious candidates for president are people with a lot of experience in government (e.g., governors of states or members of Congress). 

...	&bull;	Run a simulated presidential election in the classroom or study specific parts of the process with flexible, self-standing lessons


...Students enjoy activities that include preparing and giving speeches, working with maps and timelines, and a simulation of Election Day.


...Individual and group activities, art projects, games, and even a classroom election are used to instruct students about our nation's system of selecting its leaders.
]]></content:encoded></item><item><title>Teaching Resources for August</title><dc:creator>kevin@keybookshop.com</dc:creator><category>educational ebooks</category><category>August</category><category>Teacher Materials</category><dc:date>2008-08-10T21:11:59-06:00</dc:date><link>http://www.keybookshop.com/blogs/blog/files/ed2e5b94731e3a4d52feb028870f75a9-25.html#unique-entry-id-25</link><guid isPermaLink="true">http://www.keybookshop.com/blogs/blog/files/ed2e5b94731e3a4d52feb028870f75a9-25.html#unique-entry-id-25</guid><content:encoded><![CDATA[Every day in the month is included with fun activity ideas to be plugged into your regular curriculum: language arts, social studies, writing, math, science and health, music and drama, physical fitness, art, etc. ...  Your students will look forward to every day of the school year when you make it a constant celebration. 

...This 32 page book contains 16 pages of full color activity cards (4 per page for a total of 64 activities) involving a wide variety of skills and monthly activities. 

...Each 60-page book offers a different non-fiction story for each day of the month, which was chosen because of its particular significance on that date. 

...With the Theme Pockets series, you can enliven every month of the year with fun, exciting learning projects that students can proudly present in a unique book format. ]]></content:encoded></item><item><title>Lord of the Flies Teaching Resources</title><dc:creator>kevin@keybookshop.com</dc:creator><category>educational ebooks</category><category>Literature</category><dc:date>2008-08-05T21:13:28-06:00</dc:date><link>http://www.keybookshop.com/blogs/blog/files/2214f5f09617ccf2188ec02fa546579d-24.html#unique-entry-id-24</link><guid isPermaLink="true">http://www.keybookshop.com/blogs/blog/files/2214f5f09617ccf2188ec02fa546579d-24.html#unique-entry-id-24</guid><content:encoded><![CDATA[It includes: 1 unit word list and clues, 4 unit fill in the blank worksheets, 4 unit multiple choice worksheets, 4 unit magic squares, 4 unit word searches, 4 unit crosswords, 32 unit bingo cards, 1 vocabulary word list and definitions, 4 vocab fill in the blank worksheets, 4 vocab matching worksheets, 4 vocab magic squares worksheets, 4 vocab word searches, 4 vocab crosswords, 4 vocab juggle letter review worksheets, 1 master set of vocab flash cards, 32 vocab bingo cards, and answer keys to all worksheets and puzzles. 

...Struggling readers frequently lack basic reading skills and are not equipped with the prior knowledge and reading strategies to thoroughly engage in the classroom literature experience.   Give your students the background guides, your students will practice reading comprehension skills, sharpen their vocabulary, and learn to identify literary elements. 

...For the new teacher, Prestwick House's extensive line of title-specific Teaching Units may serve as a starting point. ...  Every unit includes brief introductory materials, a vocabulary list, questions for essay and discussion, a chapter-by-chapter study guide, and a multiple-choice and essay test.
]]></content:encoded></item><item><title>Summer Olympics Activities</title><dc:creator>kevin@keybookshop.com</dc:creator><category>educational ebooks</category><category>Activities</category><category>China</category><category>Resources</category><dc:date>2008-08-03T16:37:03-06:00</dc:date><link>http://www.keybookshop.com/blogs/blog/files/e0f541b6436a3a4a42e3fe5df478214b-23.html#unique-entry-id-23</link><guid isPermaLink="true">http://www.keybookshop.com/blogs/blog/files/e0f541b6436a3a4a42e3fe5df478214b-23.html#unique-entry-id-23</guid><content:encoded><![CDATA[Students learn about China, as well as Olympic history, traditions, and the sports that will be played. 

...Bring the Olympic spirit to life for students with information and activities that relate to both the Summer and Winter Games. ...  You will also find a complete board game, plans for a mini-Olympic competition, research center ideas, art patterns, a bibliography, and more in this complete resource book. 

...Bring the Olympic spirit to life for students with information and activities that relate to both the Summer and Winter Games. ...  You will also find a complete board game, plans for a mini-Olympic competition, research center ideas, art patterns, a bibliography, and more in this complete resource book. ]]></content:encoded></item><item><title>Back to School Resources</title><dc:creator>kevin@keybookshop.com</dc:creator><category>educational ebooks</category><category>Teacher Materials</category><category>Back to School</category><category>Elementary resources</category><dc:date>2008-07-28T15:32:22-06:00</dc:date><link>http://www.keybookshop.com/blogs/blog/files/19a6b160efa3933919c454788c9eb642-21.html#unique-entry-id-21</link><guid isPermaLink="true">http://www.keybookshop.com/blogs/blog/files/19a6b160efa3933919c454788c9eb642-21.html#unique-entry-id-21</guid><content:encoded><![CDATA[But as with any new experience, the start of school can also be stressful, especially for preschoolers, kindergartners, their parents and teachers.    Since what happens in the early days and weeks of school sets the tone for all the days and weeks that follow, it's important to make your children feel secure and comfortable in their new environment and to reduce your stress level as well. 

...With the guidance of literacy educators and reading specialists, these series combine the elements for success in reading with entertaining stories children love. 

...Here are all kinds of puzzles and plenty of fun for your students as they return to school and celebrate fall holidays!   Many of the 54 illustrated puzzles are word puzzles that stretch students' vocabularies in particular word categories, test their decoding skills, and require recognition of common spelling patterns; others strengthen visual thinking. ]]></content:encoded></item><item><title>Presidential History</title><dc:creator>kevin@keybookshop.com</dc:creator><category>educational ebooks</category><category>History</category><dc:date>2008-07-14T20:24:20-06:00</dc:date><link>http://www.keybookshop.com/blogs/blog/files/c225e5879118e4ce39d089b163bc755d-19.html#unique-entry-id-19</link><guid isPermaLink="true">http://www.keybookshop.com/blogs/blog/files/c225e5879118e4ce39d089b163bc755d-19.html#unique-entry-id-19</guid><content:encoded><![CDATA[Also included are selections from some of Lincoln&rsquo;s most famous speeches and documents, as well as a resource section of Web sites to explore and sites to visit, making this a comprehensive Lincoln biography for young readers.


...This book examines the Roosevelt family - including famous cousin Teddy Roosevelt and First Lady Eleanor Roosevelt - as well as FDR&rsquo;s early political career and subsequent 12 years in office during some of the most fascinating and turbulent times in American history. ...  In addition, kids will explore Roosevelt's entire era through such hands-on activities as staging a fireside chat, designing a WPA-style mural, sending a double encoded message, hosting a swing dance party, and participating in a political debate.


...George Washington comes alive in this fascinating activity book that introduces the leader to whom citizens turned again and again - to lead them through eight long years of war, to guide them as they wrote a new Constitution, and to act as the new nation's first executive leader. ...  This book weaves a rich tapestry of Washington&rsquo;s life, allowing kids to connect with his story in 21 hands-on projects based on his experiences and the times in which he lived. ]]></content:encoded></item><item><title>Summer Specials</title><dc:creator>kevin@keybookshop.com</dc:creator><category>educational ebooks</category><dc:date>2008-07-10T17:42:28-06:00</dc:date><link>http://www.keybookshop.com/blogs/blog/files/26606232b6f8a22f3bb3816a9f2bcfa8-18.html#unique-entry-id-18</link><guid isPermaLink="true">http://www.keybookshop.com/blogs/blog/files/26606232b6f8a22f3bb3816a9f2bcfa8-18.html#unique-entry-id-18</guid><content:encoded><![CDATA[Plants, Algae, and Fungi, is one book in the Britannica Illustrated Science Library Series that is correlated to the science curriculum in grades 5-8. ...  Created for ages 10 and up, each volume provides an overview on a subject and thoroughly explains it through detailed and powerful graphics-more than 1,000 per volume-that turn complex subjects into information that students can grasp. 

...Updated to include the recent discovery of Eris which, along with Pluto, has been newly classified as a "dwarf planet" by the International Astronomical Union, this cosmic adventure challenges kids to explore the planets and other celestial bodies for themselves through activities such as building a model of a comet using soil, molasses, dry ice, and window cleaner; or creating their own reentry vehicle to safely return an egg to Earth&rsquo;s surface.   With biographies of more than 20 space pioneers, specific mission details, a 20-page field guide to the solar system, and plenty of suggestions for further research, this is the ultimate guidebook to exploring the solar system.


...This unique look at instructional coaching as a team approach will give both coaches and teachers the tools they need to create a successful partnership and improve classroom instruction.
]]></content:encoded></item><item><title>Learning Activities and Games from Shell Education</title><dc:creator>kevin@keybookshop.com</dc:creator><category>educational ebooks</category><category>early learning</category><category>Reading</category><category>Math</category><category>Vocabulary</category><dc:date>2008-04-24T21:30:20-06:00</dc:date><link>http://www.keybookshop.com/blogs/blog/files/60461e28d9b9b5defb7863d3fa94021d-16.html#unique-entry-id-16</link><guid isPermaLink="true">http://www.keybookshop.com/blogs/blog/files/60461e28d9b9b5defb7863d3fa94021d-16.html#unique-entry-id-16</guid><content:encoded><![CDATA[Games and activities for both whole class and small groups introduce developmentally-appropriate concepts in a fun and interactive way.   The step-by-step directions are easily followed by classroom teachers, aids, or parent volunteers. 

...Games and activities for both whole class and small groups introduce developmentally-appropriate concepts in a fun and interactive way. 

...Games and activities for both whole class and small groups introduce developmentally-appropriate concepts in a fun and interactive way. 

...Games and activities for both whole class and small groups introduce developmentally-appropriate concepts in a fun and interactive way. ]]></content:encoded></item><item><title>Featured Publisher</title><dc:creator>kevin@keybookshop.com</dc:creator><category>educational ebooks</category><category>Publisher</category><category>Shell Education</category><dc:date>2008-04-17T19:46:28-06:00</dc:date><link>http://www.keybookshop.com/blogs/blog/files/13641c989560d04ad913f8a18578477b-15.html#unique-entry-id-15</link><guid isPermaLink="true">http://www.keybookshop.com/blogs/blog/files/13641c989560d04ad913f8a18578477b-15.html#unique-entry-id-15</guid><content:encoded><![CDATA[Achieve success in your classroom with up-to-date, research- and standards-based products from Shell Education, our featured publisher.   From April 16-30, KeyBookshop.com proudly features high quality, must-have digital resources from Shell Education that no teacher should be without.   As a publisher committed to K-12 educator satisfaction, Shell Education provides practical, easy-to-use products that are developed with teachers' input and field-tested for proven results.   For a special 10% discount on all products from Shell Education (April 16th - 30th), please enter and activate coupon code KSD248 &nbsp;in your shopping cart.


See all of the great products from Shell Education at our eStore by visiting:
]]></content:encoded></item><item><title>Phonics Resources by Dr. Fry</title><dc:creator>kevin@keybookshop.com</dc:creator><category>Phonics</category><category>Reading</category><category>educational ebooks</category><dc:date>2008-04-10T22:25:21-06:00</dc:date><link>http://www.keybookshop.com/blogs/blog/files/543be63b5ca9f2582826e33765587cdc-13.html#unique-entry-id-13</link><guid isPermaLink="true">http://www.keybookshop.com/blogs/blog/files/543be63b5ca9f2582826e33765587cdc-13.html#unique-entry-id-13</guid><content:encoded><![CDATA[The 99 charts can be displayed in the classroom or reproduced for home study. ...  Fry is Professor of Education Emeritus at Rutgers University and is well known for his Instant Words and the Fry Readability Graph.   He is a frequent speaker at reading conferences.


...Helpful lists of phonograms plus teaching tips make this a great tool for developing phonics and spelling pattern knowledge. ...  Fry is Professor of Education Emeritus at Rutgers University and is well known for his Instant Words and the Fry Readability Graph. ]]></content:encoded></item><item><title>Reading Resources</title><dc:creator>kevin@keybookshop.com</dc:creator><category>educational ebooks</category><category>Reading</category><category>Comprehension</category><dc:date>2008-04-09T22:27:21-06:00</dc:date><link>http://www.keybookshop.com/blogs/blog/files/be81e318d2259b2b202e0b45a687aaaa-12.html#unique-entry-id-12</link><guid isPermaLink="true">http://www.keybookshop.com/blogs/blog/files/be81e318d2259b2b202e0b45a687aaaa-12.html#unique-entry-id-12</guid><content:encoded><![CDATA[Excellent for all young learners but particularly useful for: a) students who have made limited progress in the first year at school; b) students who are non-english speaking; and c) students with a short attention span. ...  The exercises cover a range of modes and include active learning methods (games etc) to give students frequent exposure to the words so that they begin to recognize these very important words instantly.


...An important part of the role of developing and reinforcing early reading skills is to ensure that students clock up lots of reading mileage - do a lot of reading to practice the skills over and over again just like a sports person. ...  Developing Reading Confidence - Book 1 is the first in a series of 2 books each with 30 delightful rhymes covering a mix of poem types, topics and interest areas. ...  For each poem there are clear teacher instruction notes, which give ideas on how the poem can be introduced and extending the skills and language of the children as they read and enjoy.
]]></content:encoded></item><item><title>Grammardog Guides</title><dc:creator>kevin@keybookshop.com</dc:creator><category>educational ebooks</category><category>grammar</category><category>style</category><category>Proofreading</category><dc:date>2008-04-07T19:56:30-06:00</dc:date><link>http://www.keybookshop.com/blogs/blog/files/26866a83e045dbeee477b3a315887dcf-11.html#unique-entry-id-11</link><guid isPermaLink="true">http://www.keybookshop.com/blogs/blog/files/26866a83e045dbeee477b3a315887dcf-11.html#unique-entry-id-11</guid><content:encoded><![CDATA[Each literary work is analyzed for 12 of the following 14 elements: parts of speech; proofreading (spelling, capitalization, punctuation); simple, compound, complex sentences; complements; phrases; verbals; clauses; passive/active voice; pronouns; figurative language; poetic devices; sensory imagery; allusions and symbols; humor; literary analysis. 

...Each literary work is analyzed for 12 of the following 14 elements: parts of speech; proofreading (spelling, capitalization, punctuation); simple, compound, complex sentences; complements; phrases; verbals; clauses; passive/active voice; pronouns; figurative language; poetic devices; sensory imagery; allusions and symbols; humor; literary analysis. 

...Each literary work is analyzed for 12 of the following 14 elements: parts of speech; proofreading (spelling, capitalization, punctuation); simple, compound, complex sentences; complements; phrases; verbals; clauses; passive/active voice; pronouns; figurative language; poetic devices; sensory imagery; allusions and symbols; humor; literary analysis. 

...Each literary work is analyzed for 12 of the following 14 elements: parts of speech; proofreading (spelling, capitalization, punctuation); simple, compound, complex sentences; complements; phrases; verbals; clauses; passive/active voice; pronouns; figurative language; poetic devices; sensory imagery; allusions and symbols; humor; literary analysis. 

...Each literary work is analyzed for 12 of the following 14 elements: parts of speech; proofreading (spelling, capitalization, punctuation); simple, compound, complex sentences; complements; phrases; verbals; clauses; passive/active voice; pronouns; figurative language; poetic devices; sensory imagery; allusions and symbols; humor; literary analysis. ]]></content:encoded></item><item><title>Classic Children&#x27;s Tales eBooks and Audio</title><dc:creator>kevin@keybookshop.com</dc:creator><category>educational ebooks</category><category>Audio</category><category>MP3</category><category>Classic Tales</category><dc:date>2008-04-04T22:37:12-06:00</dc:date><link>http://www.keybookshop.com/blogs/blog/files/aa8bc3eb13df1105121f65901413e6f3-10.html#unique-entry-id-10</link><guid isPermaLink="true">http://www.keybookshop.com/blogs/blog/files/aa8bc3eb13df1105121f65901413e6f3-10.html#unique-entry-id-10</guid><content:encoded><![CDATA[Children's Classic Tales Volume 1 (eBook and Audio/MP3 Bundle)


...Includes: The Princess Who Never Laughed; The Fairy Shoemaker; Miss Molly Squak; Sleeping Beauty and The Tinderbox. ...  Enjoy a delightful excursion into the wonderful world of make-believe, where fairy-tales and old favorite stories come vividly to life.   Sure to become a favorite pastime, treating children to a magical fantasy of entertaining enjoyment, along with life lessons to which they can relate.   The accompanying MP3 files contain narration by expert storytellers, music, exciting sound effects, and dramatic dialogue that will inspire children to read.
]]></content:encoded></item><item><title>Cut and Paste Learning Activities</title><dc:creator>kevin@keybookshop.com</dc:creator><category>educational ebooks</category><category>Activities</category><category>Cut and Paste</category><dc:date>2008-04-03T22:47:05-06:00</dc:date><link>http://www.keybookshop.com/blogs/blog/files/474838c7fd11d022e121202ef066ad99-9.html#unique-entry-id-9</link><guid isPermaLink="true">http://www.keybookshop.com/blogs/blog/files/474838c7fd11d022e121202ef066ad99-9.html#unique-entry-id-9</guid><content:encoded><![CDATA[Cut and Paste: Language Arts


...Each book in this series provides a variety of motivating, interactive activities to help young students master concepts and content.   The "cut and paste" format allows students to try a variety of possibilities before gluing down their final answers.


...Build a foundation of skills with these imaginative cut, paste, and color activities sure to develop critical thinking, word association, and reading!


...More cut and paste learning resources.]]></content:encoded></item><item><title>April Newsletter</title><dc:creator>kevin@keybookshop.com</dc:creator><category>Newsletter</category><dc:date>2008-03-31T22:43:36-06:00</dc:date><link>http://www.keybookshop.com/blogs/blog/files/7908f1320a08fb3c40c1cf425ea0da59-8.html#unique-entry-id-8</link><guid isPermaLink="true">http://www.keybookshop.com/blogs/blog/files/7908f1320a08fb3c40c1cf425ea0da59-8.html#unique-entry-id-8</guid><content:encoded><![CDATA[During the time that they are "featured" in our eStore, a coupon code (once entered and activated in your shopping cart) will discount all of their products by 10%. 

...For a special 10% discount on all products from Teacher Created Resources (April 1st - 15th), please enter and activate coupon code &nbsp;KTR248 &nbsp;in your shopping cart.


...This month, we are pleased to add 8 new eBook titles from our popular publisher - Teacher's Pet Publications. &nbsp;

...Whenever we add new product - they are the first to show up in a publisher link on our website so you know you are always looking at the latest in great educational publishing. &nbsp;

...On the first day of each month, a digital coupon (representing 5% of your total purchases in the previous month) will be added to your shopping cart. ]]></content:encoded></item><item><title>Featured Publisher Discount</title><dc:creator>kevin@keybookshop.com</dc:creator><category>educational ebooks</category><category>Teacher Created Resources</category><dc:date>2008-03-31T21:46:18-06:00</dc:date><link>http://www.keybookshop.com/blogs/blog/files/abe33021507b8bda4387626bce5f45da-7.html#unique-entry-id-7</link><guid isPermaLink="true">http://www.keybookshop.com/blogs/blog/files/abe33021507b8bda4387626bce5f45da-7.html#unique-entry-id-7</guid><content:encoded><![CDATA[If you are searching for high quality resource books, look for the "cute bear" logo of Teacher Created Resources.   Their authors and editors are experienced classroom teachers, so Teacher Created Resources can say with pride that their books are "created by teachers for teachers."   Teacher Created Resources is starting their third decade of publishing books for preschool, elementary, and middle school classrooms.   So whenever you are searching for resources - for language arts, math, science, social studies, or the arts - remember the high quality products from Teacher Created Resources.   For a special 10% discount on all products from Teacher Created Resources (April 1st - 15th), please enter and activate coupon code &nbsp;KTR248 &nbsp;in your shopping cart.
]]></content:encoded></item><item><title>10 Reasons Why PDF is the Right Format for Ebooks in  Education</title><dc:creator>kevin@keybookshop.com</dc:creator><category>educational ebooks</category><category>PDF</category><dc:date>2008-03-23T23:05:02-06:00</dc:date><link>http://www.keybookshop.com/blogs/blog/files/08451564fe42e354a2462644ebd41b38-5.html#unique-entry-id-5</link><guid isPermaLink="true">http://www.keybookshop.com/blogs/blog/files/08451564fe42e354a2462644ebd41b38-5.html#unique-entry-id-5</guid><content:encoded><![CDATA[While there have been a number of different ebook readers available for a number of years, the Kindle seems to have captured the attention of a great number of people who hadn't considered ebooks in the past.   While I believe this attention is good for ebooks in general, I believe that for educational ebooks PDF is the best format for overall use. 

...This comfort level also means that there is little or no training needed for teachers and students to utilize a PDF file to teach and learn.


...As with pictures and fonts, there are times when the effort and talent used to layout a document needs to be preserved. 

...While in many cases, the ideal method for reading document would be from the computer screen, there are times when a printed copy is still the best way to interact with it. ]]></content:encoded></item><item><title>Frederick Douglass</title><dc:creator>kevin@keybookshop.com</dc:creator><category>History</category><category>Literature</category><category>Vocabulary</category><category>High School</category><dc:date>2008-03-18T22:29:07-06:00</dc:date><link>http://www.keybookshop.com/blogs/blog/files/9c1b194e07d3faa5c13e23a9fc7b9393-4.html#unique-entry-id-4</link><guid isPermaLink="true">http://www.keybookshop.com/blogs/blog/files/9c1b194e07d3faa5c13e23a9fc7b9393-4.html#unique-entry-id-4</guid><content:encoded><![CDATA[A foundation of materials for teaching a work of literature, LitPlan Teacher Packs&trade; from Teacher's Pet Publications have everything you need for a complete unit of study. ...  Developed and used by respected teaching professionals, these manuals incorporate the IRA/NCTE standards with practical, proven methods of teaching and assessing students' learning on a variety of levels.   The straight-forward format of the manuals makes them useful for whole-class book study, lit circles or book groups, tutoring, and independent study projects.   Includes study questions, quizzes, unit tests, daily lessons, vocabulary, writing assignments, activities and games, review materials, and more - more materials than you will be able to use in one unit - all organized, planned, and ready-to-teach.


...It includes: 1 unit word list and clues, 4 unit fill in the blank worksheets, 4 unit multiple choice worksheets, 4 unit magic squares, 4 unit word searches, 4 unit crosswords, 32 unit bingo cards, 1 vocabulary word list and definitions, 4 vocab fill in the blank worksheets, 4 vocab matching worksheets, 4 vocab magic squares worksheets, 4 vocab word searches, 4 vocab crosswords, 4 vocab juggle letter review worksheets, 1 master set of vocab flash cards, 32 vocab bingo cards, and answer keys to all worksheets and puzzles. ]]></content:encoded></item><item><title>Reading and Literacy eBooks</title><dc:creator>kevin@keybookshop.com</dc:creator><category>Reading</category><category>Literacy</category><category>educational ebooks</category><dc:date>2008-03-14T21:58:47-06:00</dc:date><link>http://www.keybookshop.com/blogs/blog/files/76dd830505174871bc6b301f3f50772c-3.html#unique-entry-id-3</link><guid isPermaLink="true">http://www.keybookshop.com/blogs/blog/files/76dd830505174871bc6b301f3f50772c-3.html#unique-entry-id-3</guid><content:encoded><![CDATA[Reading First is a comprehensive, all-in-one resource for understanding and implementing the five key areas of reading instruction &ndash; phonemic awareness, phonics, fluency, vocabulary, and text comprehension.   As outlined in the K-3 Put Reading First Initiative of the No Child Left Behind Act, these research-based strategies are essential for effective reading instruction.   With plenty of ready-to-go activities and time-saving reproducibles, the single resource puts it all together so you can, with confidence, take up the challenge of helping all children become successful readers.


...This book shows you how to build students' skills through independent work, foster creativity with imaginative activities, integrate reading and writing in all content reas, and reach all students with a variety of learning modalities.   Listed resources, such as educational Web sites, are included along with reproducibles to minimize preparation and planning time.
]]></content:encoded></item><item><title>eBooks for March</title><dc:creator>kevin@keybookshop.com</dc:creator><category>educational ebooks</category><dc:date>2008-03-01T18:02:06-07:00</dc:date><link>http://www.keybookshop.com/blogs/blog/files/fab1dda17a000210098593103fd22921-2.html#unique-entry-id-2</link><guid isPermaLink="true">http://www.keybookshop.com/blogs/blog/files/fab1dda17a000210098593103fd22921-2.html#unique-entry-id-2</guid><content:encoded><![CDATA[Another creative book in the Daily Discoveries series filled with special days to celebrate in the classroom throughout the month of March. ...  Use the activities in your regular curriculum: language arts, social studies, writing, math, science and health, music and drama, physical fitness, art, etc. to make every subject fun and meaningful. 

...This 32 page book contains 16 pages of full color activity cards (4 per page for a total of 64 activities) involving a wide variety of skills and monthly activities. 

...Word banks are provided to help introduce seasonal vocabulary, and topical prompts give students plenty of writing practice throughout the month.


...Each 60-page book offers a different non-fiction story for each day of the month, which was chosen because of its particular significance on that date. ]]></content:encoded></item><item><title>Graphic Organizers</title><dc:creator>kevin@keybookshop.com</dc:creator><category>graphic organizers</category><dc:date>2008-02-29T23:58:52-07:00</dc:date><link>http://www.keybookshop.com/blogs/blog/files/45d37958517888ead5942528dea97d85-1.html#unique-entry-id-1</link><guid isPermaLink="true">http://www.keybookshop.com/blogs/blog/files/45d37958517888ead5942528dea97d85-1.html#unique-entry-id-1</guid><content:encoded><![CDATA[Accompanying files (in a Zip package) give teachers the options of printing the 23 different graphic organizers as transparencies or as student worksheets. 96 pp.


...Accompanying files (in a Zip package) give teachers the options of printing the 23 different graphic organizers as transparencies or as student worksheets. 96 pp.


...Accompanying files (in a Zip package) give teachers the options of printing the 23 different graphic organizers as transparencies or as student worksheets. 96 pp.


...Accompanying files (in a Zip package) give teachers the options of printing the 23 different graphic organizers as transparencies or as student worksheets. 96 pp.


...Accompanying files (in a Zip package) give teachers the options of printing the 23 different graphic organizers as transparencies or as student worksheets. 96 pp.
]]></content:encoded></item><item><title>Welcome to the Keybookshop.com Blog</title><dc:creator>kevin@keybookshop.com</dc:creator><category>educational ebooks</category><dc:date>2008-02-29T23:53:46-07:00</dc:date><link>http://www.keybookshop.com/blogs/blog/files/c90e6ae896c8925d0b3254c228186cb3-0.html#unique-entry-id-0</link><guid isPermaLink="true">http://www.keybookshop.com/blogs/blog/files/c90e6ae896c8925d0b3254c228186cb3-0.html#unique-entry-id-0</guid><content:encoded><![CDATA[We will use this blog to highlight new and interesting books and resources available at Keybookshop.com.   A wide variety of topics and subjects will be covered, reflecting the range of materials that can be accessed through this online store.   Reading, writing, math, language, social studies, science, art, music, and worksheets of all kind can be found.   Stop by often, or better yet, subscribe to the RSS feed so you will be kept up to date as we expand the range of educational ebooks at your fingertips.


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