New Book Release: T-Bone Takes a Stand

T-Bone Takes a Stand for Public Schools by Lisa Willever

After reading about New Jersey's Revolutionary Neighbors and their amazing contributions, T-Bone decides to become a Revolutionary Neighbor himself. When everyone reminds him that he's a couple of centuries too late, he decides to do what they did and take a stand. The only problem is deciding what he will take a stand for. After some no-so-brilliant ideas, he decides to take a stand for public schools. Join T-Bone, Nicky, Wanda, and Timmy as they explore why public schools are so important and what really makes them successful.

New Book Release: Writing With Lisa Funari-Willever and Friends

Writing With Lisa Funari-Willever and Friends by Lisa Funari-Willever

Before becoming an award-winning author, Lisa Funari-Willever was a fourth grade teacher. She remembers the challenges of teaching the art of writing and the writing process. She also remembers her greatest challenge: to assist students in developing a love of writing.

Today, educators face even greater obstacles with rigid, over-structured programs and endless standardized testing; neither of which is a recipe for creativity. In an effort to simplify the writing process, Lisa created Writing With Lisa Funari-Willever & Friends.

The program consists of:

A 48 PAGE WORKBOOK

FREE WEB ACTIVITIES

DOZENS OF FREE VIDEO TUTORIALS

To motivate students, she has invited the very popular and recognizable main characters from her Nicky Fifth chapter book series to assist. Together, Lisa, Nicky Fifth, T-Bone, and Wanda present the process of writing in small, manageable steps. While we all know the secret to great writing is to write often, that only occurs when students are confident and enjoy it.

New Book Release: Nicky Fifth Explores New Jersey's Great Outdoors

Nicky Fifth Explores New Jersey's Great Outdoors by Lisa Willever

While Nicky Fifth and T-Bone eagerly await their new roles as New Jersey’s Official Junior Ambassadors, they discover a side of the state that most people take for granted — our amazing Great Outdoors. Despite Nicky’s reservations, they include Wanda Heiss, a new friend and T-Bone’s not-so-secret crush, on their Garden State adventures. Follow Nicky, T-Bone, and Wanda as they explore our state parks and forests while learning about the people who made them possible, including special guest, Governor Brendan Byrne.

New Book Release: Nicky Fifth Says Vote for T-Bone

Nicky Fifth Says Vote for T-Bone by Lisa Willever

As Nicky and T-Bone wait for NJ’s legislature to name them Official Junior Ambassadors and continue exploring the Garden State, T-Bone decides to run for office. Join the boys as they learn about state government and politics as they enjoy visits to New Brunswick, Princeton, Clementon Park, and many other amazing locations.

As Americans we all have an obligation to participate in our government and to do so, we must be informed. Vote For T-Bone introduces readers to how our democracy works while inspiring kids to get involved.

New Book Release: Nicky Fifth's New Jersey

Nicky Fifth's New Jersey by Lisa Willever

While waiting to hear they’ve been promoted to New Jersey’s Official Junior Ambassadors, Nicky Fifth and T-Bone plan another round of hilarious Garden State Adventures. T-Bone becomes unglued when he reads a letter from Tessy Colegrove, suggesting they visit Carlo’s Bake Shop in Hoboken, site of his favorite show and…her family’s bakery. This could be an unforgettable day trip unless a starstruck T-Bone forgets how to speak.

New Book Release: Nicky Fifth at the Jersey Shore

Nicky Fifth at the Jersey Shore by Lisa Willever

The latest title in the acclaimed Nicky Fifth chapter books series, follow Nicky Fifth and T-Bone as they Explore the Jersey Shore. Set in real locations along the 127 mile coast, Nicky and T-Bone lead readers from beaches to boardwalks to water parks and lighthouses. Includes a Passport that readers can have stamped as they follow the boys' adventures...literally.