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Page 1: Look to BRIGANCE Inventories INSTRUCTION when it’s time to …€¦ · STAMS ® Series. English Editions, Grades 1–8 ... Series. teaches the same strategies assessed in the

800 225 0248 www.CurriculumAssociates.com

Strategies To Achieve Reading Success—STARS® SeriesEnglish Editions, Grades 1–8 Spanish Editions, Grades 1–5

Each strategy is taught in five parts:• Part 1 activates prior knowledge to introduce

the lesson strategy• Part 2 teaches the strategy and clue words• Part 3 explains why the student is correct or incorrect• Part 4 reteaches the strategy• Part 5 tests for understanding

The STARS® Series teaches the same strategies assessed

in the CARS® Series.

Making Reading Connections SeriesHi-Lo Series Reading Levels 1.0–5.9 Middle School and High School

Each strategy is taught in four parts:• Part 1 introduces the strategy• Part 2 explains why the student is correct or incorrect• Part 3 reteaches the strategy• Part 4 tests for understanding• Reading Levels:

Book A = 1.0–1.9 Book D = 4.0–4.9 Book B = 2.0–2.9 Book E = 5.0–5.9 Book C = 3.0–3.9

The Making Reading Connections Series teaches the

same strategies that the Milestones Series assesses.

Companion Math Series:Strategies To Achieve Mathematics Success—STAMS® SeriesEnglish Editions, Grades 1–8 Spanish Editions, Grades 1–5

Each strategy is taught in five parts:• Part 1 activates prior knowledge to introduce

the lesson strategy• Part 2 teaches the strategy• Part 3 explains why the student is correct or incorrect• Part 4 reteaches the strategy• Part 5 tests for understanding

The STAMS® Series teaches the same strategies assessed

in the CAMS® Series.

Differentiated instruction at its BEST!

STARS®, Making Reading

Connections, and STAMS®

Series allow the teacher

to introduce a concept

to the whole class while

accommodating multiple

levels.

INSTRUCTION

“The thing I love about

these (STARS) books is

that I can focus on the

same exact strategy and

have it be presented in

the same way, but on

many different levels.

This has allowed me

to differentiate my

instruction … These

books have been

extremely helpful in

managing my students’

independent work during

guided reading.”

—�J.�Lichter

Provides instructional activities for 12 reading strategies

Uses a step-by-step approach to achieve reading success

Prepares student for assessment in reading comprehension

MAKING

READINGCONNECTIONS

Book B

Student Books . . . . $6.95 each

Teacher Guides . . . . $6.95 each

Student Books . . . . $6.95 each

Teacher Guides . . . . $3.95 each

Student Books . . . . $6.95 each

Teacher Guides . . . . $6.95 each

For students in special education, the Inventories

provide ongoing and consistent criterion-referenced

assessment to:

• identify present levels of achievement

• facilitate instructional planning

• produce transferable data for IEPs

Comprehensive Inventory of Basic Skills–Revised

In addition to criterion-referenced grades Pre-K–9

skills assessments, the CIBS–R also offers a normed/

standardized test option.

Assessment of Basic Skills–Revised, Spanish Edition

Differentiate between language proficiency and

learning difficulties. A Dominant Language Screen,

plus the same grades Pre-K–9 criterion-referenced

assessments found in the CIBS–R, are included in both

Spanish and English.

Look to BRIGANCE Inventories when it’s time to develop IEPs

FREE Resources Online www.CurriculumAssociates.com/RTI

• Preview lessons and ordering information

• Research Summaries

• CA101® e-Training for Teachers

• RTI Informational Module—Coming Soon!

© 2007 Curriculum Associates, Inc. All Rights Reserved. CURRICULUM ASSOCIATES®, BRIGANCE®, TEST READY®, QUICK-WORD®, CAMS®, CARS®, STAMS®, STARS®, PALABRA LISTA®, Passageways®, Extensions in Mathematics™, Extensions in Reading®, CA101®,

® and ® are trademarks or registered trademarks of Curriculum Associates, Inc.

153 Rangeway RoadNorth Billerica, MA 01862 2/07

ASSeSSMeNT • INSTRucTIoN • Appl IcATIoN • MoNIToRING & RepoRTING

BRIGANCE Inventories meet federal and state standards and I.D.E.A. requirements

FREE Resources Online www.CurriculumAssociates.com/RTI

• Preview lessons and ordering information

• Research Summaries

• CA101® e-Training for Teachers

• RTI Informational Module— Coming Soon!

RTI Response-to-Intervention

Serve struggling students and their teachers with:

• differentiated instruction for general ed classrooms, intervention settings, and special ed programs

• documentation of progress for instructional or referral decisions• support for collaboration between general ed teachers, special ed teachers,

and parents

… affordable and proven programs—research-based, correlated to state standards

Page 2: Look to BRIGANCE Inventories INSTRUCTION when it’s time to …€¦ · STAMS ® Series. English Editions, Grades 1–8 ... Series. teaches the same strategies assessed in the

“I first used Milestones while working

in an economically depressed school

district. My students were extremely

behind and had problems bridging

the gap between word calling and

comprehension … By the end of

the school year, my students had

grown in confidence and were able

to read and discuss grade-level

materials with greatly improved

comprehension. currently I am in a

new district, but I am taking what I

have experienced with me to ensure

that all students I teach are positively

affected by this great tool.”

—�L.�Watts,�Illinois

Comprehensive Assessment of Reading Strategies—CARS® Series

English Editions, Grades 1–8 Spanish Editions, Grades 1–5

• pretest to assess areas of difficulty

• monitor and document progress

• questions appear in the same order so teacher

and students can quickly see patterns

After diagnosing with the CARS® Series,

teach with the STARS® Series (facing page).

Milestones in Reading Series

Hi-Lo Series Reading Levels 1.0–5.9 Middle School and High School

• pretest to assess areas of difficulty

• monitor and document progress

• questions appear in the same order so teacher

and students can quickly see patterns

• Reading Levels:

Book A = 1.0–1.9 Book D = 4.0–4.9

Book B = 2.0–2.9 Book E = 5.0–5.9

Book C = 3.0–3.9

After diagnosing with the Milestones Series,

teach with the Making Reading Connections Series

(facing page).

Companion Math Series:Comprehensive Assessment of Mathematics Strategies—CAMS® Series

English Editions, Grades 1–8 Spanish Editions, Grades 1–5

• pretest to assess areas of difficulty

• monitor and document progress

• questions appear in the same order so teacher

and students can quickly see patterns

After diagnosing with the CAMS® Series,

teach with the STAMS® Series (facing page).

Use our 4-Step Method for Success

• Assessment:

CARS® Series

Milestones in Reading

CAMS® Series

• Instruction:

STARS® Series

Making Reading Connections

STAMS® Series

• Application:

Extensions in Reading® Series

Passageways® Series

Extensions in Mathematics™ Series

• Progress Monitoring:

CARS® Series II

CAMS® Series II

RTI: Response-to-Intervention

ASSESSMENT

MILESTONES IN

READINGBook B

Uses reading strategies to increase comprehension

Provides practice with self-assessment and goal setting

Identifies level of mastery for 12 reading strategies

NAME: _______________________________________________________________________________

800 225 0248

Extensions in Reading® Series

Grades 1–8

Apply the strategies from the STARS® Series through:

• use of graphic organizers

• paired reading selections

• activities that cross the curriculum into science and

social studies

The Extensions in Reading® Series applies

the strategies taught in the STARS® Series and tested

in the CARS® Series.

Passageways® Series: Anthologies 1, 2, and 3

Reading Levels 1.0–5.9 Middle School and High School

• high-interest, low-vocabulary

• nonfiction selections

• writing activities for concrete

and abstract thinkers

• a different anthology for each grade level

—students never read the same books twice

• Reading Levels:

Book A = 1.0–1.9 Book D = 4.0–4.9

Book B = 2.0–2.9 Book E = 5.0–5.9

Book C = 3.0–3.9

The Passageways® Series applies the strategies taught

in the Making Reading Connections Series and tested

in the Milestones in Reading Series.

Companion Math Series:Extensions in Mathematics™ Series

Grades 1–8

Apply the strategies from the STAMS® Series through:

• use of graphic organizers

• opportunities for students to explain

how they solved the problems

• activities that cross the curriculum into

science and social studies

The Extensions in Mathematics™ Series applies

the strategies taught in the STAMS® Series and

tested in the CAMS® Series.

“… I am a special ed teacher with

grades 5, 6, and 7 combined.

passageways has proven to be an

excellent series. The interesting

short stories and domains of

questioning are just what these

students need … I am able to see

what areas are strong, and which

areas need further instruction.

Best of all, the students love it!

I look forward to ordering more.”

—�E.�Carr,�Special�Ed�Teacher,��

Salmon�River�Central�School

APPLICATION

PassagewaysPassageways

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®

Series

“[Management Software is] … very beneficial … for showing

growth as well as to help … with goal setting and achievement. …”

—�Kimberly�A.�Johnson,�Special�Ed�Teacher,�Aldine�ISD,�Houston,�TX

Progress Monitoring

Pace the lessons in these flexible series to meet specific

program needs. Each pair provides a total of 15

assessments for diagnosis and benchmarking.

• Pair CARS® Series with CARS® Series II for

elementary grades

• Pair Milestones® Series with CARS® Series II for

secondary grades

• Pair CAMS® Series with CAMS® Series II for (math)

elementary grades

Data-driven Decision Making

Management Software Programs (CDs) CARS®, Milestones, CAMS® Series

Simplify reports needed for instructional or referral

decisions:

• generate charts and graphs for individual students

• show progress through the intervention tiers

• give present level of functioning

STANDARD-BASED STRATEGIES IN THESE SERIES

MONITORING & REPORTING

Reading Strategies Book A Books B–C Books D–H

• finding the main idea x x x

• recalling facts and details x x x

• understanding sequence x x x

• recognizing cause and effect x x x

• making predictions x x x

• finding word meaning in context x x x

• drawing conclusions/making inferences x x x

• comparing and contrasting x x

• distinguishing fact from opinion x x

• identifying author’s purpose x x

• interpreting figurative language x x

• reading pictures x

• distinguishing real from make-believe x

• summarizing x

www.CurriculumAssociates.com

Math Strategies Book A Books B–H

• building number sense x x

• applying addition x x

• applying subtraction x x

• applying multiplication x x

• converting time and money x x

• using geometry x x

• converting customary x x and metric measures

• using algebra x

• using estimation x

• applying division x

• determining probability/averages x

• interpreting graphs and charts x

• reading math pictures x

Student Books . . . $25.90/10-pack

Teacher Guides . . . . $4.95 each

Student Books . . . $25.90/10-pack

Teacher Guides . . . . $4.95 each

Student Books . . . $25.90/10-pack

Teacher Guides . . . . $4.95 each

Student Books . . . . $6.95 each

Teacher Guides . . . . $6.95 each

Student Books . . . $29.50/5-pack

Teacher Guides . . . . $4.95 each

Student Books . . . . $6.95 each

Teacher Guides . . . . $6.95 each

CARS® Series II, CAMS® Series II

Students Books . . . $18.90/10-pack

Teacher Guides . . . . $4.95 each

CARS®, Milestones, and CAMS® Series

Management cDs . . . . . . . $25.95 each(Windows and Macintosh)

Access Research and FREE Sample Lessons at www.CurriculumAssociates.com

2006 Survey Results

Customers using CARS and STARS

from 2004–2006, reported when

surveyed:

95% Validation

• the Series are effective in

gathering information on the

ongoing assessment of students

96% Confirmation

• the program made individualizing

instruction accurate and simple

97% Satisfaction

• with the solutions offered by

the Series

Page 3: Look to BRIGANCE Inventories INSTRUCTION when it’s time to …€¦ · STAMS ® Series. English Editions, Grades 1–8 ... Series. teaches the same strategies assessed in the

800 225 0248 www.CurriculumAssociates.com

Strategies To Achieve Reading Success—STARS® SeriesEnglish Editions, Grades 1–8 Spanish Editions, Grades 1–5

Each strategy is taught in five parts:• Part 1 activates prior knowledge to introduce

the lesson strategy• Part 2 teaches the strategy and clue words• Part 3 explains why the student is correct or incorrect• Part 4 reteaches the strategy• Part 5 tests for understanding

The STARS® Series teaches the same strategies assessed

in the CARS® Series.

Making Reading Connections SeriesHi-Lo Series Reading Levels 1.0–5.9 Middle School and High School

Each strategy is taught in four parts:• Part 1 introduces the strategy• Part 2 explains why the student is correct or incorrect• Part 3 reteaches the strategy• Part 4 tests for understanding• Reading Levels:

Book A = 1.0–1.9 Book D = 4.0–4.9 Book B = 2.0–2.9 Book E = 5.0–5.9 Book C = 3.0–3.9

The Making Reading Connections Series teaches the

same strategies that the Milestones Series assesses.

Companion Math Series:Strategies To Achieve Mathematics Success—STAMS® SeriesEnglish Editions, Grades 1–8 Spanish Editions, Grades 1–5

Each strategy is taught in five parts:• Part 1 activates prior knowledge to introduce

the lesson strategy• Part 2 teaches the strategy• Part 3 explains why the student is correct or incorrect• Part 4 reteaches the strategy• Part 5 tests for understanding

The STAMS® Series teaches the same strategies assessed

in the CAMS® Series.

Differentiated instruction at its BEST!

STARS®, Making Reading

Connections, and STAMS®

Series allow the teacher

to introduce a concept

to the whole class while

accommodating multiple

levels.

INSTRUCTION

“The thing I love about

these (STARS) books is

that I can focus on the

same exact strategy and

have it be presented in

the same way, but on

many different levels.

This has allowed me

to differentiate my

instruction … These

books have been

extremely helpful in

managing my students’

independent work during

guided reading.”

—�J.�Lichter

Provides instructional activities for 12 reading strategies

Uses a step-by-step approach to achieve reading success

Prepares student for assessment in reading comprehension

MAKING

READINGCONNECTIONS

Book B

Student Books . . . . $6.95 each

Teacher Guides . . . . $6.95 each

Student Books . . . . $6.95 each

Teacher Guides . . . . $3.95 each

Student Books . . . . $6.95 each

Teacher Guides . . . . $6.95 each

For students in special education, the Inventories

provide ongoing and consistent criterion-referenced

assessment to:

• identify present levels of achievement

• facilitate instructional planning

• produce transferable data for IEPs

Comprehensive Inventory of Basic Skills–Revised

In addition to criterion-referenced grades Pre-K–9

skills assessments, the CIBS–R also offers a normed/

standardized test option.

Assessment of Basic Skills–Revised, Spanish Edition

Differentiate between language proficiency and

learning difficulties. A Dominant Language Screen,

plus the same grades Pre-K–9 criterion-referenced

assessments found in the CIBS–R, are included in both

Spanish and English.

Look to BRIGANCE Inventories when it’s time to develop IEPs

FREE Resources Online www.CurriculumAssociates.com/RTI

• Preview lessons and ordering information

• Research Summaries

• CA101® e-Training for Teachers

• RTI Informational Module—Coming Soon!

© 2007 Curriculum Associates, Inc. All Rights Reserved. CURRICULUM ASSOCIATES®, BRIGANCE®, TEST READY®, QUICK-WORD®, CAMS®, CARS®, STAMS®, STARS®, PALABRA LISTA®, Passageways®, Extensions in Mathematics™, Extensions in Reading®, CA101®,

® and ® are trademarks or registered trademarks of Curriculum Associates, Inc.

153 Rangeway RoadNorth Billerica, MA 01862 2/07

ASSeSSMeNT • INSTRucTIoN • Appl IcATIoN • MoNIToRING & RepoRTING

BRIGANCE Inventories meet federal and state standards and I.D.E.A. requirements

FREE Resources Online www.CurriculumAssociates.com/RTI

• Preview lessons and ordering information

• Research Summaries

• CA101® e-Training for Teachers

• RTI Informational Module— Coming Soon!

RTI Response-to-Intervention

Serve struggling students and their teachers with:

• differentiated instruction for general ed classrooms, intervention settings, and special ed programs

• documentation of progress for instructional or referral decisions• support for collaboration between general ed teachers, special ed teachers,

and parents

… affordable and proven programs—research-based, correlated to state standards

Page 4: Look to BRIGANCE Inventories INSTRUCTION when it’s time to …€¦ · STAMS ® Series. English Editions, Grades 1–8 ... Series. teaches the same strategies assessed in the

800 225 0248

Extensions in Reading® Series

Grades 1–8

Apply the strategies from the STARS® Series through:

• use of graphic organizers

• paired reading selections

• activities that cross the curriculum into science and

social studies

The Extensions in Reading® Series applies

the strategies taught in the STARS® Series and tested

in the CARS® Series.

Passageways® Series: Anthologies 1, 2, and 3

Reading Levels 1.0–5.9 Middle School and High School

• high-interest, low-vocabulary

• nonfiction selections

• writing activities for concrete

and abstract thinkers

• a different anthology for each grade level

—students never read the same books twice

• Reading Levels:

Book A = 1.0–1.9 Book D = 4.0–4.9

Book B = 2.0–2.9 Book E = 5.0–5.9

Book C = 3.0–3.9

The Passageways® Series applies the strategies taught

in the Making Reading Connections Series and tested

in the Milestones in Reading Series.

Companion Math Series:Extensions in Mathematics™ Series

Grades 1–8

Apply the strategies from the STAMS® Series through:

• use of graphic organizers

• opportunities for students to explain

how they solved the problems

• activities that cross the curriculum into

science and social studies

The Extensions in Mathematics™ Series applies

the strategies taught in the STAMS® Series and

tested in the CAMS® Series.

“… I am a special ed teacher with

grades 5, 6, and 7 combined.

Passageways has proven to be an

excellent series. The interesting

short stories and domains of

questioning are just what these

students need … I am able to see

what areas are strong, and which

areas need further instruction.

Best of all, the students love it!

I look forward to ordering more.”

—�E.�Carr,�Special�Ed�Teacher,��

Salmon�River�Central�School

APPLICATIoN

PassagewaysPassageways

Rea

din

g Su

cces

s Se

ries

15 N

onfi

ctio

n S

elec

tion

s

BAnthology 1

®

Series

Student Books . . . . $6.95 each

Teacher Guides . . . . $6.95 each

Student Books . . . $29.50/5-pack

Teacher Guides . . . . $4.95 each

Student Books . . . . $6.95 each

Teacher Guides . . . . $6.95 each

2006 Survey Results

Customers using CARS and STARS

from 2004–2006, reported when

surveyed:

95% Validation

• the Series are effective in

gathering information on the

ongoing assessment of students

96% Confirmation

• the program made individualizing

instruction accurate and simple

97% Satisfaction

• with the solutions offered by

the Series

Page 5: Look to BRIGANCE Inventories INSTRUCTION when it’s time to …€¦ · STAMS ® Series. English Editions, Grades 1–8 ... Series. teaches the same strategies assessed in the

“I first used Milestones while working

in an economically depressed school

district. My students were extremely

behind and had problems bridging

the gap between word calling and

comprehension … By the end of

the school year, my students had

grown in confidence and were able

to read and discuss grade-level

materials with greatly improved

comprehension. currently I am in a

new district, but I am taking what I

have experienced with me to ensure

that all students I teach are positively

affected by this great tool.”

—�L.�Watts,�Illinois

Comprehensive Assessment of Reading Strategies—CARS® Series

English Editions, Grades 1–8 Spanish Editions, Grades 1–5

• pretest to assess areas of difficulty

• monitor and document progress

• questions appear in the same order so teacher

and students can quickly see patterns

After diagnosing with the CARS® Series,

teach with the STARS® Series (facing page).

Milestones in Reading Series

Hi-Lo Series Reading Levels 1.0–5.9 Middle School and High School

• pretest to assess areas of difficulty

• monitor and document progress

• questions appear in the same order so teacher

and students can quickly see patterns

• Reading Levels:

Book A = 1.0–1.9 Book D = 4.0–4.9

Book B = 2.0–2.9 Book E = 5.0–5.9

Book C = 3.0–3.9

After diagnosing with the Milestones Series,

teach with the Making Reading Connections Series

(facing page).

Companion Math Series:Comprehensive Assessment of Mathematics Strategies—CAMS® Series

English Editions, Grades 1–8 Spanish Editions, Grades 1–5

• pretest to assess areas of difficulty

• monitor and document progress

• questions appear in the same order so teacher

and students can quickly see patterns

After diagnosing with the CAMS® Series,

teach with the STAMS® Series (facing page).

Use our 4-Step Method for Success

• Assessment:

CARS® Series

Milestones in Reading

CAMS® Series

• Instruction:

STARS® Series

Making Reading Connections

STAMS® Series

• Application:

Extensions in Reading® Series

Passageways® Series

Extensions in Mathematics™ Series

• Progress Monitoring:

CARS® Series II

CAMS® Series II

RTI: Response-to-Intervention

ASSESSMENT

MILESTONES IN

READINGBook B

Uses reading strategies to increase comprehension

Provides practice with self-assessment and goal setting

Identifies level of mastery for 12 reading strategies

NAME: _______________________________________________________________________________

800 225 0248

Extensions in Reading® Series

Grades 1–8

Apply the strategies from the STARS® Series through:

• use of graphic organizers

• paired reading selections

• activities that cross the curriculum into science and

social studies

The Extensions in Reading® Series applies

the strategies taught in the STARS® Series and tested

in the CARS® Series.

Passageways® Series: Anthologies 1, 2, and 3

Reading Levels 1.0–5.9 Middle School and High School

• high-interest, low-vocabulary

• nonfiction selections

• writing activities for concrete

and abstract thinkers

• a different anthology for each grade level

—students never read the same books twice

• Reading Levels:

Book A = 1.0–1.9 Book D = 4.0–4.9

Book B = 2.0–2.9 Book E = 5.0–5.9

Book C = 3.0–3.9

The Passageways® Series applies the strategies taught

in the Making Reading Connections Series and tested

in the Milestones in Reading Series.

Companion Math Series:Extensions in Mathematics™ Series

Grades 1–8

Apply the strategies from the STAMS® Series through:

• use of graphic organizers

• opportunities for students to explain

how they solved the problems

• activities that cross the curriculum into

science and social studies

The Extensions in Mathematics™ Series applies

the strategies taught in the STAMS® Series and

tested in the CAMS® Series.

“… I am a special ed teacher with

grades 5, 6, and 7 combined.

passageways has proven to be an

excellent series. The interesting

short stories and domains of

questioning are just what these

students need … I am able to see

what areas are strong, and which

areas need further instruction.

Best of all, the students love it!

I look forward to ordering more.”

—�E.�Carr,�Special�Ed�Teacher,��

Salmon�River�Central�School

APPLICATION

PassagewaysPassageways

Rea

din

g Su

cces

s Se

ries

15 N

onfi

ctio

n S

elec

tion

s

BAnthology 1

®

Series

“[Management Software is] … very beneficial … for showing

growth as well as to help … with goal setting and achievement. …”

—�Kimberly�A.�Johnson,�Special�Ed�Teacher,�Aldine�ISD,�Houston,�TX

Progress Monitoring

Pace the lessons in these flexible series to meet specific

program needs. Each pair provides a total of 15

assessments for diagnosis and benchmarking.

• Pair CARS® Series with CARS® Series II for

elementary grades

• Pair Milestones® Series with CARS® Series II for

secondary grades

• Pair CAMS® Series with CAMS® Series II for (math)

elementary grades

Data-driven Decision Making

Management Software Programs (CDs) CARS®, Milestones, CAMS® Series

Simplify reports needed for instructional or referral

decisions:

• generate charts and graphs for individual students

• show progress through the intervention tiers

• give present level of functioning

STANDARD-BASED STRATEGIES IN THESE SERIES

MONITORING & REPORTING

Reading Strategies Book A Books B–C Books D–H

• finding the main idea x x x

• recalling facts and details x x x

• understanding sequence x x x

• recognizing cause and effect x x x

• making predictions x x x

• finding word meaning in context x x x

• drawing conclusions/making inferences x x x

• comparing and contrasting x x

• distinguishing fact from opinion x x

• identifying author’s purpose x x

• interpreting figurative language x x

• reading pictures x

• distinguishing real from make-believe x

• summarizing x

www.CurriculumAssociates.com

Math Strategies Book A Books B–H

• building number sense x x

• applying addition x x

• applying subtraction x x

• applying multiplication x x

• converting time and money x x

• using geometry x x

• converting customary x x and metric measures

• using algebra x

• using estimation x

• applying division x

• determining probability/averages x

• interpreting graphs and charts x

• reading math pictures x

Student Books . . . $25.90/10-pack

Teacher Guides . . . . $4.95 each

Student Books . . . $25.90/10-pack

Teacher Guides . . . . $4.95 each

Student Books . . . $25.90/10-pack

Teacher Guides . . . . $4.95 each

Student Books . . . . $6.95 each

Teacher Guides . . . . $6.95 each

Student Books . . . $29.50/5-pack

Teacher Guides . . . . $4.95 each

Student Books . . . . $6.95 each

Teacher Guides . . . . $6.95 each

CARS® Series II, CAMS® Series II

Students Books . . . $18.90/10-pack

Teacher Guides . . . . $4.95 each

CARS®, Milestones, and CAMS® Series

Management cDs . . . . . . . $25.95 each(Windows and Macintosh)

Access Research and FREE Sample Lessons at www.CurriculumAssociates.com

2006 Survey Results

Customers using CARS and STARS

from 2004–2006, reported when

surveyed:

95% Validation

• the Series are effective in

gathering information on the

ongoing assessment of students

96% Confirmation

• the program made individualizing

instruction accurate and simple

97% Satisfaction

• with the solutions offered by

the Series

Page 6: Look to BRIGANCE Inventories INSTRUCTION when it’s time to …€¦ · STAMS ® Series. English Editions, Grades 1–8 ... Series. teaches the same strategies assessed in the

For students in special education, the Inventories

provide ongoing and consistent criterion-referenced

assessment to:

• identify present levels of achievement

• facilitate instructional planning

• produce transferable data for IEPs

Comprehensive Inventory of Basic Skills–Revised

In addition to criterion-referenced grades Pre-K–9

skills assessments, the CIBS–R also offers a normed/

standardized test option.

Assessment of Basic Skills–Revised, Spanish Edition

Differentiate between language proficiency and

learning difficulties. A Dominant Language Screen,

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