This full-color, kid-pleasing collection of language-arts activities is ideal for K-2 children of all ability levels--and for English language learners too. The practical and easy-to-implement lessons also are convenient for substitute teachers, classroom assistants, and volunteers. Flexible and versatile, these unique cards can be used for guided writing, with small groups as the lesson for the day, with whole groups as sponge or anchor activities, and independently at centers. In addition to supplementing language arts programs and helping students become creative and critical thinkers, these activity cards encourage discussion and problem solving, provide practice following directions, develop self-esteem and confidence, and promote independent learning.