CANDACE WHITMAN was born in New York City. She has a masters degree in art and art education, and has illustrated more than 8 books for children. Candace loves spending time in art museums and talking with kids about art. As a native New Yorker, she has often traveled by train, which inspired her to write this story. Candace continues to live in New York City.
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Guided Reading Guided reading levels were assigned by certified Reading Recovery® teachers and literacy experts using the guidelines identified in Guided Reading and Matching Books to Readers by Irene C. Fountas and Gay Su Pinnell (Heinemann).
Intervention Intervention levels were assigned by certified Reading Recovery® teachers and literacy experts and are intended for use in early intervention and one-on-one tutorial programs, including Reading Recovery® programs. These levels are not officially authorized by Reading Recovery®. Reading Recovery® is a registered servicemark of The Ohio State University.
DRA (Developmental Reading Assessment) The DRA levels were determined using information in the Developmental Reading Assessment Resource Guide by Joetta Beaver (Celebration Press).
All level placements may vary and are subject to revision. Teachers may adjust the assigned levels in accordance with their own evaluations.