Book excerpt: The recent implementation of Common Core Standards across the nation has offered new challenges to teachers, parents, and students. The Common Core Success series gives educators, parents, and children a clear-cut way to meet—and exceed—those grade-level goals. Unlike other dry, text-heavy guides on the market, our workbooks offer fun, four-color illustrations and artwork that pull children in and make learning fun. Our Grade 1 Math workbook is specifically designed to mirror the way teachers actually teach in the classroom. It includes: “Ace it Time!” checklists to guide students through the problem solving process Units divided into thematic lessons and designed for self-guided study “Stop and Think” sections throughout, consisting of “Review,” “Understand,” and “Discover” Students will find a wealth of practical information—presented in a colorful, engaging way—that will help them master the Common Core.