A collection of short poems that describe special days such as birthdays, holidays and seasonal events like the first day of school. Beautifully  re-illustrated  with a fresh and appealing look, these Beginning-to-Read books foster independent reading and comprehension.   Using high frequency words and repetition, readers gain confidence while enjoying stories about every day life and  adventures. Educator resources include reading reinforcement activities and a word list in the back.  Activities focus on  foundational, language and reading skills.  Sections include; phonological awareness, phonics, fluency, vocabulary, and reading comprehension. Teacher notes available on website.