Shining Star Basic

Shining Staris a four-level program specifically designed for English language learners in grades 6-12. Shining Stargives students all the support they need to master reading, writing, literature, and content, within a systematic language development framework. Shining Starhelps teachers create a rich learning environment where language thrives, students feel motivated to learn, and academic success is the reward. (Also see Keys to Learningfor a much lower, structured approach for students.) Features: Research-based and standards-driven. Systematic, explicit reading and writing instruction. Expository content readings and a wide variety of literature selections. Academic skills and strategies students for success in the mainstream class. This four-level program has a package that supports both students and teachers: Comprehensive assessment tools, such as diagnostic tests, test prep worksheets for standardized test practice, and four-skills tests. Outstanding technology resources, including an interactive student CD-ROM, audio reading selections, a Companion Website, and the Focus and Connect video program, to help address multiple learning styles. Abundant classroom management and support tools, such as a fully annotated Teacher's Edition, point-of-use teaching suggestions, daily lesson plans, graphic organizers, reproducible newcomer worksheets, practice transparencies, and more.Maggart, Kaye Wiley is the author of 'Shining Star Basic', published 2004 under ISBN 9780131112858 and ISBN 0131112856.