During the summer Albie learns to swim the whole length of the pool without stopping.

During the summer Albie learns to swim the whole length of the pool without stopping.

Motivate students to read by using a topic they love-sports-and extend learning across the curriculum! Discussion starters, multidisciplinary activities, and topics for further research follow each reading suggestions. Perry describes subject-specific fiction and nonfiction materials that help students make the transition from fiction to expository text. There are also additional print and nonprint sources. Grades K-5.

Includes activities based on : Dinosaurs, beware! by Marc Brown.

In this modern children's story the poetry of the words, poignant message, and watercolor illustrations combine to make tale sure to be loved by generations to come.