Ideal for literature-based, activity-oriented and integrated curriculum instruction. Includes the eleven teaching components that are necessary for a successful literature literature motivators, book introductions, challenging vocabulary, reading for information, critical thinking/writing, story starters, idea and art extenders, short-term projects, drills for skills, research and teacher follow-ups. Ramona and Her Father, Ribsy, Dear Mr. Henshaw and Fifteen are just a few of the Beverly Cleary classics included. For grades 2-7.