Description:

Maria and the Dance is a decodable with the focus skill of complex compound words and words with soft c/g. This title was specifically designed to support older students as they develop foundational English reading skills, as it emphasize the domains of language development (listening, speaking, reading, writing) with an emphasis on cognates and vocabulary. Maria and the Dance is about Maria and her friends planning a big school dance, complete with decorations and snacks. They work together to make the gym look magical, creating a night to remember for everyone.