Go Books

We've used the Bob books, Diego phonics, Curious George phonics and by far this is the best "set" of books for my 4 year old boy. Each book focuses on a different phrase, so the repetition of certain words builds confidence.

The stickers have been a great reward system, for us. Generally I am selective about when using rewards - I'd prefer my son learn to read simply for the enjoyment of reading, and not for the sticker - but I have to say that stickers work! I volunteer for 1st & 2nd graders who are "behind" their classmates (something I really don't agree with in our public schools) and stickers motivate them to read, even at that age. It also becomes a quick way for them to see how many books they've read.

I commend the teacher who started this set, and hope more educators are able to put their real-life expertise out for parents like me!

We tried the BOB books in addition to tons of other early reading books and we were always disappointed! They were too hard or easy and not progressive. The stories were boring.

We started this series of Books while my daughter was in Kindergarten. She loved them!!! Earning a sticker every time she correctly read a story was a HUGE incentive because after 3 stickers she moved on to the next story! The repetition was incredibly helpful with word recognition and the comprehension questions are a great tool that we now do with every story we read! We read this series all summer long and now my daughter is in an advanced reading group in first grade! I recommend them to anyone who has a child with a basic sight word list.

My daughter who turned 3 in April loves this book; she received it as a gift last Christmas. It's 10 little books that pull out of clear plastic sleeves. She likes to pretend to read,and the way these stories are written and illustrated, it is very easy for her to do so. I just bought a couple more in the series; I hope they're as good.

I recommend this book to anyone with a child ready to read. It is a step by step phonics based system. Other books I've looked at have black and white pictures or boring stories. The colorful pictures add to the story and I often hear my son laughing while he reads even the simplest books. I have both sets that are in Level One, and both sets for Level two. I'm sure I will be purchasing Level Three.

My daughter LOVED this series!!! One comment though, the description has preschol readers as the reading level.. but actually the INDEPENDENT level is about a second grade level book. Nice pictures, easy text, graduated vocabulary, and high interest topics. I only wish they had MORE on the independent level than they do.

Caring for an Alzheimer's caregiver carries with it a plentitude of difficulties, particularly if the caregiver is a spouse. As the nation witnessed with the Reagan's, one of the most tragic consequences was that of a couple with a rich past, but the inability to share those precious memories into old age. And, too often, the caregiver is forgotten as the spotlight is turned on the person with Alzheimer's. This book puts a human face on those caregivers.

The authors capture stories of actual caregivers as they face each successive stage of the illness. In addition, the book is filled with coping strategies for those caregivers. If you know an Alzheimer's caregiver (or any caregiver), buy them a copy of this book - - not only will it be helpful, it will touch them deeply as they realize the conflicting emotions they're experiencing are shared by many.

Two thumbs up, five stars.

As a long time caregiver, I wanted to thank you so much for the gift of your wonderful book. It's a continuous support group for Alzheimer's caregivers. There were so many stories and situations I related to, since I experienced some of the same events over time. Having participated in a support group for caregivers for 15 years, I found the book to show great understanding and empathy of caregivers, and to be a real acknowledgement of all the caregivers I have known and learned with over the past 15 years. It's a great resource and will be a wonderful help to all who read it!!

Yvonne - a caregiver for 15 years.

In the family crisis of Alzheimer's, often it is the caregiver who is forgotten. This sensitively-written and compassionate book helps those in this situation cope with things - from the micro to the macro. I highly recommend it, for professionals who are helping the patients and their families, and for the families themselves. Two thumbs up to the authors for a fine piece of work.

The collaboration of licensed therapist and Alzheimer caregiving expert Sandy Braff and Mary Rose Olenik (Staff Research Associate in the Department of Psychiatry, University of California - San Diego and a participant in an N.I.H. grant studying the effects of stress on the immune system of Alzheimer's caregivers), Staying Connected While Letting Go: The Paradox Of Alzheimer's Caregiving is a "reader friendly" guide to Alzheimer's debilitating effects on the mind, the stress of handling both the physical demands and the emotional turmoil of caring for a loved one suffering from Alzheimer's. Providing expert advice for avoiding the trap of neglecting one's own health; counsel for dealing with sensitive issues such as inappropriate public behavior in one's patient; and much, much more fill the pages of this very highly recommended guide for all Alzheimer's caregivers. If you have a loved one suffering from Alzheimer's, then give a careful reading to Staying Connected While Letting Go.

Over the four years during which my brother and sister and I arranged for, and provided, care for our mother, I experienced the soul numbing range of horrors that Alzheimer's disease visits on both its victims and their caregivers.

* The disbelief that my mother could possibly forget that she had asked me the same question three times in 10 minutes, followed by the self-hatred at my anger and lack of understanding.
* The feelings of helplessness and confusion that accompanied our struggles to figure out what would be best for her, and the absence of definitive answers from the medical community.
* The deluded belief at each particular phase of her illness that things couldn't possibly get any worse, only to watch the next descent destroy more of who she was.
* The heartbreaking relief when she smiled at me in recognition when I arrived to visit.
* The innumerable times that I had to pull my car to the curb as I returned home because I was sobbing so deeply that I could no longer see the road.
* And, most of all, the overwhelmingly empty feeling of isolation and solitude.

Now, I watch from a distance as my cousins endure the same horrors in caring for my mother's brother. But they have a reaffirming guide that was unavailable to us. I sent them a copy of Staying Connected While Letting Go.

In our high tech world, we often forget the importance of the individual human story in passing along culture, history, knowledge, and simple wisdom. But to me, the highest value of the human story is to trigger in the listener, or reader, a sense of shared humanity. Recognizing one's own experiences in the story of another person shatters one's sense of isolation. This is the genius of Staying Connected While Letting Go.

Ms. Olenik and Ms. Braff have structured their book around the stories of caregivers, who describe their experiences with their loved ones at successive phases of the illness. Neither the caregivers nor the authors try to sanitize what is frequently the unpleasant reality of facing and reacting to the confusing and disturbing behaviors that can accompany Alzheimer's. As a result, the book has a credibility that will strengthen its appeal to caregivers, while sharing the coping mechanisms of the caregiving community to which they belong.

It's extraordinarily rare to find a book that has such enormous potential to help people who desperately need a sense of community. The authors deserve our thanks!

My son's school selected this book as the topic of an optional schoolwide discussion. My son is 6 years old. In retrospect, if I had paid a bit more attention to the subject matter, I might not have chosen to participate this year. However, up until the last third of the book, the family deals with situations that are typical of many families--sibling relations, friction between older children and parents, being a nerd at school, learning how to be a friend. Mr. Curtis' writing and Mr. Burton's reading are magic together. My son and I listened to this book on a long car trip, and at one point, when Kenny, the narrator, "makes up" with a friend, I heard him fall back against the back seat with a grateful "whew!"



My husband listened to the last part of the book with my son, so I can't speak to his immediate reaction. However, over the next few weeks, we had several conversations about race relations, which made me grateful that the book had opened the door to discussion. Some families at school did feel that some language was inappropriate for young children but frankly I'm not sure it is any worse than what they hear on TV or at school.

The Watsons are a weird family. It's about a family who has a son thats a deliquent of Juvenile. He bullied kids around and he loved to pick on the main character (his little brother) Kenneth. It's at the point where they have to drive the kid to Grandma Sands house to put him in disipline. The over book is extremely wonderful although there are some intense parts. I encourage all of you to read it.

The Watsons Go to Birmingham was a wonderful treat to listen to. It was funny and contained historical information as well.

Our 12 year old son has proven to do 100% better on all reading projects if he has audio backup to the book he needs to do for school. We found that the audio helps him better his reading skills and overcome some of his dyslexia by doing his reading assignments this way. His teachers are so proud of how he has turn his challange around so well. It sure makes him feel much more a successful reading in getting things done now. All on time as well!!! We had a difficult time finding this CD and other items he has needed in stores. So we hit the Amazon site and have made out just great so far. I am so thankful sor this site for all 3 of our children. We have never had a problem finding the items we need. Thank you Amazon!!!

This CD set is great- the reader is expressive, funny and totally gets the mood of the book. The book itself is both hilarious and surprisingly deep and is not to be missed for anyone, especially young adults. I use this CD to assist struggling readers in the classroom, but all of my students' eyes light up when they see me move towards the CD player!

I Thought I know how to work with Photoshop, but after I read this book I discovered that I didn't. This book was extermely helpful to me in building web site graphics, and has introudced me to many different techniques that I used in to build the effects that I need in short time; Everyone was amazed, and so was I. Most of the Books has very boring and useless Intrduction, this book doesn't. It was very useful to me ( I confess I was about to skip the first two chapters , but the writer urged the readers not to).

Although this book is useful, I was able to get all the techniques it offered in less that three days !

If you know your way well in Photoshop, don't buy this book. If you are a confused designer; you see these amazing designs and wonder How did they do it ?, then buy this book, and the best of luck.

I've been using Photoshop for years, but only recently for web graphics. This book totally opened my eyes to things I never knew it could do! I would recommend this book to anyone who wants to get more out of Photoshop. It's written clearly, even though it has too many typos, and gets right to the point.

This book is simply great for an amateur photoshop 5 user. I know what I'm doing, but I wouldn't consider my a pro. However, with the aid of this book, I can create graphics for my web site just like a professional. This book is invaluable as a learning tool and as a reference.

I have only scratched the surface of Photoshop. The directions in this book are very clear, and easy to follow. Even for me who jumped right into the middle of the book. It's set up in a logical learning sequence and covers EVERYTHING for someone wanting to use Photoshop for their webpages. I admit, it was an impulse buy for me, but it has been worth every cent.

I Thought I know how to work with Photoshop, but after I read this book I discovered that I didn't. This book was extermely helpful to me in building web site graphics, and has introudced me to many different techniques that I used in to build the effects that I need in short time; Everyone was amazed, and so was I.

Most of the Books has very boring and useless Intrduction, this book doesn't. It was very useful to me ( I confess I was about to skip the first two chapters , but the writer urged the readers not to).

Although this book is useful, I was able to get all the techniques it offered in less that three days !

If you know your way well in Photoshop, don't buy this book. If you are a confused designer; you see these amazing designs and wonder How did they do it ?, then buy this book, and the best of luck.

A book that was enjoyed by the whole family. Easy read, GREAT pictures,a staple for my reception room. My patients loved it.

What a wonderful and imaginative book-a must have for any one with the imagination and creativity to wonder about what happens after the magic of Christmas-it is a beautiful story of hope and renewal-which is much needed for our children in this day and age. The illustrations are captivating-my kids loved it.

A gentle and fresh evocation of the spirit of love and life everlasting, Mrs. Ferrante's book is sure to become a Christmas tradition. This imaginative tale, well-written and charmingly illustrated, will touch the hearts of children everywhere. Are there any children who have not felt a Christmas tree "hugging them with my branches"? Very highly recommended!

What a wonderful and imaginative story! A must have for anyone with the imagination and creativity to wonder what happens after the magic of Christmas-This is a story of hope and renewal-something our children can benefit from in this day and age-My kids loved it.

I loved this story and the illustrations are beautiful. I am a teacher and I plan to read this book to my first grade class. It is warm and delightful. It keeps the magic of Christmas alive!

Okay, okay... I admit that when it comes to being organized, I'm on the "challenged" side! I received this book as a gift, and it really put things into perspective for me! YES!! I'd much rather go shopping, and with these playful, but poignant tips, getting myself tidy is REALLY easy! A GREAT read, a fun, playful, entertaining way to get yourself organized...and then go shopping! Yippeee....

Whether you need organization in your home or at the office, or in your home office, Betsy gets right to the point, and with good humor. Love the part about going shopping...and dancing, to make the task of organizing fun! I'm inspired to start organizing my desk and filing that paperwork right now.

After many years of piles,stacks and hidden documents that would only appear several weeks after their due date, I have a home office now where the phone is easily visible, the files are in order, and the time I used for hunting and searching is now available for work and play.

Simple and easy is a fabulous attraction for a veritable packrat and with Betsy Van Sicklen Cohen's whimisical and efficient approach the bags of stuff get packed, things are in order and there's the time for shopping-sure enough.

This book is the fun and easy way to get yourself organized! It is a fast, easy read and the best part is, it helps you get organized by going shopping first!!! I would recommend and purchase this book for anyone who has that stack of "stuff" lying around in the house!! This book helps you realize that putting things in convenient organized places is easier than it seems!

I received the book as a gift and promptly read it. It was fun, entertaining and informative. It made me realize that there are alot of us out there that have collected and overcollected STUFF and probably need to reduce and reorganize all those collections. The book has good ideas on what to do, how to start, and how to finish the job. Yeah, this could actually be fun.

Bravo! Easy & understandable format would highly recommend for 1st yr. college Freshman Algebra I. This Fall the book will be by my side along with my Algebra I book.

My middle-schooler NEEDS this book. It is full of definitions, charts, examples, and, so far, anything he needs to know for algebra. It is easy to use, also! WONDERFUL book!

This is simply a must have for any student or homeschooling parent today. Basically, it's the dictionary of the mathematic world. It's simple, concise, and indispensable. It's full of easy to find formulas, without all the mess to confuse you. If you're stuck on algebra, this is the book for you.

For the last three or four years, I have recommended this book to my students' parents. I teach algebra (grade 8) and pre-algebra (grades 7 and 8) and have found that his book is written in a non-threatening, easy to understand manner. It is a perfectly wonderful reference book. Math is scary enough...this book demystifies algebra. Love it!

There are very few review books on todays new math for middle school children. This book is the perfect review and teaching aid for the math techniques used today. A must have for parents who find themselves at a loss to help their kids with math homework.

All Aboard Reading (Station Stop 1) Dick and Jane - Go Away, Spot

REMEMBER BEING IN GRAMMER SCHOOL IN THE 60'S? THESE BOOKS TAKE YOU BACK TO YOUR CHILDHOOD. I HAD MY GRANDDAUGHTER (5 YEARS OLD) READ THIS BOOK WITH ME; AND SHE LOVED IT!!! I HIGHLY RECOMMEND THIS TO ALL BEGINNING READERS.

The book was in good condition; my 4 yr old enjoys it and can read most of the words.

I learned how to read from the "Dick & Jane" books....early 1960's They are fun to read. This is why I purchased this book and other "Dick & Jane" books for my son. I just received the book(s) in the mail two days ago. My son has picked up on the words and stories very quickly. His confidence has built up in the last two days...he enjoys reading these books. He will be reading these books all summer long. When he starts Kindergarten in September, i'm sure his school teacher will be impressed. BRING THESE BOOKS BACK INTO THE SCHOOLS!

I grew up with the great adventures of DICK and JANE. I bought this for my daughter for Christmas. She is in Kindergarten and knows a great deal of sight words. She is capable of reading this on her own, and she absolutely loves it.
I too am a teacher, and I feel that the basic reading skills that Dick and Jane teach will help all children to become better readers.

The stories in "Go Away, Spot" are not included in "Storybook Treasury of Dick and Jane and Friends," until some other books in this series. These books have been great for my daughter learning how to read. I thought she would find the stories to be boring because of the controlled vocabulary (stories repeat the same few words over and over), but the illustrations keep her motivated to read the story. These books have been a great confidence builder. Reading these books has helped her develp an identity of being a reader.

David Richards truly expresses the beauty and subtlety of fly fishing magnificenly. Whether a fly fisherman or not, this book truly is an enjoyable read. Through detailed and off-beat decriptions of his life and his love of the river, he reminds me why I love to read!

I read this book and every fishing trip I have ever been on came rushing back. As I read I could feel the weight of the fly vest on my shoulders and smell the campfire. No one other than a down home salmon fisherman could have written this book. While he fished the Mirimichi I fished the Restigouche and once had the privilidge of meeting his Uncle, Richard Adams, on the Matepedia.
I know the beauty of the land and the feeling of a line tighten under a heavy fish, Everything is so real, from the sound of the water and the singing of a reel being stripped of its line down to the irritating buzzing of the bugs. He speaks of the friendships on the river so accurately one knows it is not fiction.
A wonderful read that I tore through and will sit down again to read it again to savour anything I may have missed.
My only regret is there were only 5 stars to give it.

This is a beautifully illustrated book about a baby who does want to go to bed and so with a "vrruum-chugga-chug" zooms off in his little car awy from "the Mother" - he meets a sleepy tiger, dreaming soldiers, a resting train, and drowsy musicians until his little car itself falls asleep, not even the Moon will play - then he's rescued by the Mother and goes to bed - my little ones love it (and are usually asleep before the end!!)

This book is a joy to read. Richards tells his stories of the Miramichi as if you're around the campfire with him, and spins fish tales, one after another, not really connected but somehow all connected, till when you finish you feel you've somehow received wisdom. David Adams Richards is a master ---- I believe he's one of this era's great writers. Summary: The book is like Walden, but more interesting.

My neighbor lent this book to me when I was having trouble getting my 2 year old to go to bed and go to sleep with it being light out at bedtime during the summer. She loved the book and would ask for me to read it again every night. It is one of her favorite books. The action words really invite her to get involved in the story. Words like "vrrruuum-chugga-chug", roaring tigers, parading soldiers,resting not racing trains, musicians playing a lullaby, a sighing drowsy moon, and a yawning baby who doesn't want to stay up all night after his adventures. This could be a classic book.

why hello this is a great book
baby bop loves chocklate cake and pizza so barney and baby bop goes to a resturunt guss what baby bop oders? you guaws it she oderd chicklate cake
wiches not so good for ber so barney tells baby bop that she has to boder her food first not her desert
ok baby bop anwserd i willv wait until desert my grandmother loves this book she doesnot love baby bop i loved this so much when i was litle

This is my favorite book ever. The deep, tense plot, and the intriguing and multi-dimensional characters kept me reading non-stop from start to finish. Barney is good for all ages, especially the over-50 crowd. For those of you tired by the mindless action and violence, this is for you. This is unlike the TV show Teletubbies.

A nice book for young children, encourages good behavior in resteraunts.

I am NOT a Barney fan (can any adults stomach that show?), my son is though so I got him some of the books. I love how positive they are and how they influence good behavior and don't reinforce any bad. It's worth putting up with Barney to end up with a well mannered kid!

My daughter got this book when she turned three, about six months ago. Whenever we take her to a restaurant, about once a week and always to a very kid-friendly restaurant (I don't see the point in taking her to anything else!), we read through this book just before we go, and she now knows how to behave when she's ordering a meal etc. By the way, in case parents of younger kids were wondering --- before she was three she was impossible to take out for a meal. She'd kick and scream and generally make it known she wanted to get down!