This engaging series of illustrated atlases for children includes maps with appealing pictographs of the unique features of different places. Simple text highlights the physical features, foods, wildlife, and traditions around the world and of the heavenly and human-made bodies in space. A special section at the end of each book details facts about each book's subject, such as capital city, size, and population. Downloadable Teacher Notes available.
Now in the most durable library binding, these four books from bestselling duo Sherri Duskey Rinker and AG Ford bring the excitement of the construction site to library readers everywhere. Playful rhyming text and vibrant illustrations, with themes of friendship and working together, make these books a surefire favorite for construction fans of all ages.
Get ready to celebrate! Whether a holiday is full of fun parties or quiet moments of respect, each holiday is a time to spend with people you care about and love. Simple, easy-to-understand text helps readers learn about each holiday's traditions, symbols, and history.
The My Itty-Bitty Bio series are biographies for the earliest readers. These books examine the lives of famous historical men and women in a simple, age-appropriate way that will help children develop word recognition and reading skills. Includes a timeline and other informative backmatter.
After graduating from star school, Sunny is thrilled to find out he will be the star for EarthÑthe biggest job a star can have! But when he sees how some of the people of Earth treat each other, he is discouraged, and he has to figure out what can be done to fight the violence and hatred he sees. Join Sunny in discovering what powerful force can rid the world of this negativity for good!
EYEDISCOVER is an exciting fusion of print, video, and audio, designed to engage children at the kindergarten to grade 2 levels in a fresh new way. Each optic readalong in this collection pairs the tactile experience of a printed book with interactive online content that truly brings each page to life.
From everything about animals and people to incredible information on buildings and history, how do we know so much about the world? We ask questions! Curious kids will love the fun format of this series that pairs common questions about the world around them with easy-to-understand answers. Fun photos and illustrations make the learning that much more engaging. So, stay curious and ask questions!
Furry, scaly, and slimy friends begin to slumber. Zzzz! Why? Check the thermometer and the hours of daylight! Learn about hibernation spurred on by changes in the weather. Colorful photos and carefully levelled text bring these seasonal slumbers tolife. Just be quiet, the animals are sleeping!
Which animals have the cutest babies? Each book in this adorable series compares two baby animals. Colorful photos highlight the similarities and differences of each baby. Simple text guides readers through each animal's cutest body parts and behaviors. Special features highlight important facts about each baby and encourage readers to decide for themselves which animal is the cutest. Who is the cuter baby? It's up to readers!
Our world is full of plenty of plants. But what do you know about delicious crops, towering trees, and beautiful flowers? Learn the basics about plant parts, what it takes for different plants to grow, and how humans interact with the growing, green world. Then, check what youÎve learned with a quick matching game before going out to explore the plants outside your window.
Adventurers in History introduces early fluent readers to amazing adventurers whose exploits changed the world. In these fun and engaging narrative nonfiction biographies, readers will learn about the explorers, see their most notable adventures or discoveries, and understand their lasting impact on todayÎs world.
Many of Earth's animals are in danger of going extinct. But there are things that can be done to help them. In this series, readers will learn about the threats facing these animals as well as ways that they can be saved. Levelled text and crisp photos bring these animals and the threats they face to the forefront. Special features show the status of the animals, their importance to the environment, and the impact that humans are having on them.
Bruce is a very busy beaver! And sometimes he needs reminding about manners and responsibilities. In this charming, illustrated beginning reader series, Bruce's family and friends help him learn about patience and cooperation, as well as being considerate of others. Every book also includes a page for caregivers and teachers that suggests guiding questions to help aid in reading comprehension. Downloadable Teacher Notes available.
Would you like to travel to ancient Rome? What about visiting Manhattan before there were any skyscrapers? This fun series takes readers on a journey through different eras in the history of some of the world's biggest cities. Narrative text shares historical facts while Colorful illustrations show off buildings and people from the time period. Thought-provoking questions, bonus facts, and a timeline add even more to make this series a real trip!
People all over the world are making a big difference in lots of ways. In this series, readers are invited to join them. Each book in the How Can I Help? series gives readers an up-close look at a global, national, or community nonprofit that is dedicated to making positive changes in our world. Readers will explore the history and impact of these mission-driven organizations, while building empathy and learning how they, too, can turn inspiration into action. Engaging inquiry-based sidebars encourage readers to Think, Create, Guess, and Ask Questions as they explore each organization.
Hello, fun! Our popular Seedlings titles are written in a friendly voice, filled with dynamic photos, and feature text crafted for the youngest of readers. Each title closes with a labelled-image guide for further review. As introductions to informational text, these titles will plant the seeds of knowledge!
A first guide to biomes and ecosystems, this series introduces new readers to the plants, animals, and land features of each area. Spot a lily pad in a pond, a whale in the ocean, and a sand dune in the desert. Build key vocabulary with Spot's search-and-find format. Picture prompts and an answer key give visual support, making this series perfect for kindergarten readers.
EYEDISCOVER is an exciting fusion of print, video, and audio, designed to engage children at the kindergarten to grade 2 levels in a fresh new way. Each optic readalong in this collection pairs the tactile experience of a printed book with interactive online content that truly brings each page to life.
From the Easter Island statues in the South Pacific to the sprawling Great Wall of China, human-made wonders of the world captivate and inspire people worldwide. Introduce young explorers and budding engineers to eight amazing structures with this high-interest set. Vibrant photos and elementary-level text examine each wonderÎs significance and history, location, how it was constructed and why. Each book also includes an in-depth look at one key feature.
Explore the waters of the ancient world in this hi-lo series for reluctant readers! Readers will discover giant turtles, enormous sharks, and more through engaging text and Colorful illustrations. Along the way, features highlight fun facts, animaldiets, fossil maps, and more. Readers will love going back in time to discover some of the world's most fascinating prehistoric creatures!
We have many reasons to celebrate in North America, and there are so many gatherings throughout the year to observe. Celebrations provides readers a closer look at the history of these events, the reasons for each holiday, and the ways in which North Americans gather to celebrate them.
Delve into the championship games of some of America's most popular sports with Championships. Each title in the series also expands on the featured sport, its professional league, its highest-profile athletes, and more.
Get ready to become a master magician. Uncover the secrets to wowing an audience with terrific tricks, learn about famous magicians throughout history, and so much more. Easy-to-follow activities and engaging bios make magic fantastic. So, put on your cape, find an audience, and get ready to say the magic words. You'll be a master in no time.
The Greatest of All Time series explores the lives of some of the world's best-known athletes. The series features individuals who have overcome major obstacles and have achieved great success in their respective sports.
Join magical pet vets Taye, Marta, and Emily on their wild adventures with some of the magical world's most misunderstood creatures, including: a cyclops, a dragon, a sniffler, a sphinx, a unicorn, and a yeti. These creatures have problems, and the vet team is determined to solve them. This graphic novel series invites young readers into the world of STEM with real-life veterinary science in a fun and fantastical world.
North America is home to hundreds of Native American nations with unique cultures and ways of living. This series explores several Native American nations, from their past traditions and history to how people live today and how they push for freedom. Each title highlights a unique element of the nationÎs culture. A map showcases their original lands, while a chart explains their government organization. Young readers looking to learn more about the cultures of North America will find this series a welcome introduction to the many people groups that have called North America home for thousands of years!
What animal has the biggest eyes? Why do elephants have enormous ears? This series explores different animal parts and demonstrates how and why these parts vary throughout the animal kingdom. Each title introduces readers to four animals whose distinct body parts are unique and important. Large text is Levelled for beginning readers. Vibrant photos provide stunning visual support. Features highlight how webbed feet work, what different animal pupils look like, the different shapes of scales, and more!
Where will your next adventure take you? Encourage kids natural curiosity with an inquiry-based approach to outdoor activities. Fundamental questions share what gear to pack on a camping trip, which lure to use when fishing, and what caves are best for young spelunkers. Perfect for budding adventure seekers. A Stay Curious! feature models research skills while simple infographics support visual literacy.
With large, leathery wings, long necks, and giant, gnashing teeth, dinosaurs and flying reptiles once ruled the earth. Now, they capture the imaginations of readers around the world. Take struggling and reluctant readers on a journey to discover what life was like for these extinct creatures through expertly leveled text, detailed maps, timelines, and other infographics, and action-packed imagery.
High-flying hijinks. Delightful detours. Epic explanations. Welcome to the wonderfully wacky world of celebrated author/illustrator duo Davide Cali and Benjamin Chaud, where a notoriously (and hilariously) unreliable narrator explains his outrageous adventures. Detail-rich illustrations bring to life the unbelievable oddness of each story. Now in reinforced library bindings, these fantastically fast-paced tales will hold up to countless circulations as young readers revel in the over-the-top antics.
Think you know all there is to know about Greek gods and goddesses? Listen well, mortal, as I tell you my tales. Marvel at my greatness as I rule from my throne on Mount Olympus. You've never known a Greek god like me, for I AM ZEUS! Marvel at my mightiness as I rule the waters and cast earthquakes upon the lands. You've never known a Greek god like me, for I AM POSEIDON! Marvel at my fearlessness as I move through the battlefield, felling enemies in my wake. You've never known a Greek god like me, for I AM ARES! Marvel at my courage as I guide the heroes of Athens into battle. You've never known a Greek goddess like me, for I AM ATHENA! Marvel at the sorrow and death I weave into the world from my dark and terrifying kingdom. You've never known a Greek god like me, for I AM HADES! Marvel at my mightiness as I rule from my throne on Mount Olympus. You've never known a Greek goddess like me, for I AM HERA!
Legendary athletes thrill sports fans during their careers, and their legacies live on long afterward. This series looks at some of the most exciting and successful athletes ever to compete in their sports. Each book features a table of contents, a map of where each athlete's biggest accomplishments took place, a list of each athlete's accolades, additional resource links, a glossary, and an index. This Press Box Books title is aligned to a reading level of grades 3-4 and an interest level of grades 3-7.
The Armed Forces of the United States are dedicated to the defense and aid of the United States and allies around the world. In this series, readers can explore five of the branches that protect the nation. Leveled text, engaging photos, and special features teach readers about the duties carried out during peacetime and times of war, the special missions the branches have completed, and more. A final facts spread highlights important details about each armed forces branch.
What would it take to make it through a freezing ice age or explosive volcanic eruption? Find your way out of these disaster zones and become a survival expert. Join the hi-lo adventure to learn how to make it through nature's most dangerous threats. Struggling readers in grades 5 and 6 won't be able to put down these accessible books written at a 2nd and 3rd grade reading level.
Failure is part of life, and the old adage "try, try again" is at the center of this hi-lo series exploring failures across industries that, with ingenuity and resilience, turned into some of the world's greatest success stories. Surprising origin stories of popular products keeps readers engaged and turning the page.
Ghoulish garland. Rocket ring toss. Cupid catapults. Liven up the holidays with DIY crafts, games, and party prep! From birthday crowns to Halloween string art, kids ages 8 and up will find awesome crafts that will make the perfect celebration for friends and family. Show readers how easy and fun crafting can be through simple instructions delivered with a colorful design. Detailed lists keep readers prepared while follow-up questions inspire them to add their own personal touches.
Explore the many different Indigenous Nations in North America. Readers will learn about these Indigenous Nations, in the past and present times from authors of these communities. Each book explores the history, language, culture, daily life and current issues facing the community. This highly visual series includes many photos, maps, and infographics.
Fascinating animals are explored in the Living Wild series. Vivid photographs help take readers on a virtual field study to observe the life cycle and behaviors of the featured creature. Each book also looks at past and present scientific research and includes a unique storytelling element in the form of an animal tale drawn from mythology or folklore.
This series looks at eight electric athletes who are taking the NHL by storm. All of these players have a different origin story that has led them to their success in the NHL, and this series shows how they became some of the league's biggest stars. Each book features a table of contents, a map of where each athlete's biggest accomplishments took place, a list of each athlete's accolades, additional resource links, a glossary, and an index.
Ben B, Ben Y, Jordan J, and Javier are divergent thinkers. They struggle with reading, but with the help of Ms. J., they band together to take over the school newspaper, deal with social-emotional troubles, and embrace their different types of intelligence. This funny, clever novel-in-verse series tells honest, heartfelt stories about friendship, family, and personal identity that will encourage struggling readers to embrace their own 'divergent' self.
Readers become a part of history in this series as they take amazing journeys back in time to learn about the 1989 San Francisco Earthquake, September 11th, World War II, and more.
Children in conflict zones experience life-threatening situations and witness violence. They are killed or injured; some are forced to fight; many are orphaned. This important series helps show the significant ways in which conflicts shape and change children's lives, impacting their families, their physical and mental health, and their futures. Extension questions encourage readers to think critically, make connections, and reflect. Perspectives boxes feature people affected by conflict. Each book highlights efforts by organizations to protect and aid children trapped in conflicts, along with suggestions on ways to support their work. Free downloadable Teacher's Notes.
Go on campaign in the Middle Ages and live through castle sieges and the fierce battles that changed history, including the Wars of the Roses and the Crusades. Castle defenses, life on campaign, medieval weaponry, and great warriors such as Genghis Khan and Joan of Arc will also be examined.
This engaging series explores the dynamic human and physical geographies of countries around the world. Each book focuses on how a country's landforms, climate, and resources shape human settlement and affect daily life, culture and identity, and the economy. Significant people, places, and events, as well as challenges for the future are featured. Downloadable Teacher Notes available.
All teams want to win, but rivals play each other with extra toughness, year after year. Learn about epic rivalries between NFL, UEFA, NCAA Big Ten Football, NHL, NBA, and MLB teams over the decades with iconic games. Full-color photographs and limited text encourage all readers to learn more about these famous sports rivalries.
The Nerd Culture hi-lo series covers popular topics in the nerd community: DIY, fantasy, gaming, Japanese popular culture, role-playing, and science fiction.
Today's technology is sleek, innovative, and advanced. But it hasn't always been this way. How did people manage without Apple's newest iPhone, access to a power plant, or Kellogg's cereal? The history of technology is filled with groundbreaking advancements in computers, transportation, and even pandemic response. With engaging photos and layouts to hook readers, Technology Breakthroughs describes inventors, their designs, and the ways in which technology has changed our world.
Characterized by exciting, fast-paced plots and themes that are relevant for high school students, Horizon's Hi-Lo books are both engaging and easy to read. Short chapters, simple sentence structures, and an accessible format make these books perfect for teen reluctant readers. Horizon books are written at a 2nd- to 3rd-grade reading level with an interest level of ages 14 and up.
The United States of America is a complex nation. At various times in its nearly 250-year history, the country's citizens have endured racism, poverty, and gun violence. They've been split apart and brought together by politics, news media, and ideas about what constitutes a basic human right. In this nonfiction series, early high schoolers will learn the history behind many social studies hot topics, including immigration, voting rights, and LGBTQ+ discrimination; how and why we continue to struggle today; and whatÎs being done to improve those challenging aspects of living in America. Each title includes real-life profiles of people who are living the featured topic, factual sidebars, a glossary, and an index.
Embark on a visual odyssey through America's pristine wilderness with our captivating travel series. Traverse iconic landscapes like Yellowstone, Grand Canyon, and Yosemite through vibrant images and rich narratives. Delve into park histories, weather facts, and wildlife knowledge. Your ultimate guide for visiting, including info on facilities and must-see gems. Uncover nature's treasures today!
Step onto the gridiron, and explore the history of your favourite NFL teams. Each book in this series offers an action-packed look at a team's greatest players, from the legends of the past to the superstars of today. Short paragraphs provide easy-to-read text, while vivid photographs make the book engaging and accessible. Each book also includes informative side bars, a list of team records, a timeline, comprehension questions, a glossary, an index, and a list of resources for further reading.
They are names recognized around the world today: Tesla. Starbucks. Netflix. Google. But how did these companies grow into global giants? Designed for readers age 12 and up, this comprehensive series spotlights flourishing corporations in a range of areas, from automotive and entertainment to beverages and computers, and introduces the key leaders who guided them to prominence. Each title surveys the featured companyÎs history, examining its triumphs and failures, products and innovations, and the impact it has had on the lives of consumers around the globe. A sophisticated resource for business economics studies and STEM units on contemporary technology and industry.
Orca Currents are short, high-interest novels with contemporary themes written specifically for middle and high school students.
Rainforests are teeming with life, anacondas slithering along the forest floor, monkeys swinging from branches, and parrots flying in the canopy. New readers will love this high-interest topic and build key Spanish vocabulary with the Spot search-and-find format. Picture prompts and an answer key give visual support, making this series perfect for kindergarten Spanish readers.
Some crawl and thrash, catching prey with powerful jaws filled with sharp teeth. Others climb and change color, snagging meals with super sticky tongues. Reptiles have incredible abilities and lead amazing lives. Take readers on an adventure through their worlds with expertly leveled Spanish text, infographics, and in-your-face photography that shows the animals in action.
Hit a home run with young baseball fans in this new series from the Creative Sports brand, translated into North American Spanish. Each elementary-level nonfiction title introduces the history of the featured Major League Baseball club, where it plays home games, star players and managers, and memorable World Series championships. Vibrant layouts spotlight players of different eras, and an ÌAbout the TeamÊ section recaps important facts.
Why do we need to save the earth? Does recycling really help? Does compost smell bad? Translated into North American Spanish, this series answers kids' questions about the environment. The question-and-answer format helps build inquiry skills. A "Stay Curious!" feature encourages further learning and builds critical thinking skills.
Learn more about hard-working, awe-inspiring, record-breaking athletes in these profiles packed with action photos and fact-filled text suitable for young readers. Translated into North American Spanish, this series features overviews of the athletesÎ upbringings, the accomplishments and statistics that make them special, and how they continue to be heroes off the court.
The world is full of marvels. Our comic-inspired beginning reader series explores diverse topics from animals to construction vehicles. Newly fluent readers will delight in up-close images and easy-to-read text while chuckling at the humorous speech bubbles. Labeled image guides and glossaries provide an engaging first experience with nonfiction.
Many youngsters wish for a canine companion-but many instructional books are geared toward adults or more advanced readers! Providing an insightful and accessible look at several aspects of dog ownership, A Dog's Life highlights how to train, care for, and understand our loyal four-legged companions. Each book offers a brief tutorial on a different topic and works with the others to compile a comprehensive yet introductory guide to such issues as what motivates a dog, methods of proper handling and grooming, and how to interpret behaviors, facial expressions, and vocalizations. Vibrant, relatable photos feature an array of dogs and are sure to entice humans and canines alike!
All aboard! Discover the differences between different kinds of trains, their uses, and where they can take us in this fun series. Descriptive maps and diagrams illustrate routes, stops, and different train car types, while a picture glossary reinforces new vocabulary. Bright, full-color photographs and photo labels complement the carefully leveled text to make reading for understanding easy and fun. Includes reading tips for teachers and parents, a table of contents, and an index.
The world of animals is wonderfully diverse. This popular and expanded series continues travelling the planet to study fascinating animals. Beautiful photos are paired with accessible text to examine the featured creature's appearance, habitat, behaviours, and life cycle. Each book also presents a folk story that people have used to help explain the animal's appearance or behavior.
From the vanlike appearance of ambulances to the spinning rotor blades of helicopters, vehicles of all forms have long been used in emergency situations. Appealing to future paramedics, pilots, captains, drivers, and crews, this series explores the continued use of four Amazing Rescue Vehicles. Detailed photos and STEM-appropriate text examine the featured machine's parts, functions, variations, and worksites. Each book also includes a labelled pictorial diagram of the vehicle.
From baseball fields to volleyball courts, some of the most popular sports can be experienced worldwide. Appealing to sports enthusiasts and young participants, this new series introduces the basic gameplay of six Amazing Sports. Detailed photos and straightforward text examine the featured sport's history, equipment, primary positions, and common rules. Each book also includes a biographical story about a famous player who influenced the sport.
Kids are inherently curious about spiders, and there are so many different kinds! Explore what makes different spiders from around the world so interesting with An Eye on Spiders. Carefully levelled text and up-close photography introduces readers to a variety of spiders. Includes a labelled map of spider habitats and a picture glossary to reinforce new vocabulary.
Step back in time to explore some of the most influential societies in human history from a younger person's point of view. Key aspects of daily life, basic governmental structure, and beliefs are explored at an accessible reading level, leading up to a spotlight on a well-known architectural accomplishment that still exists today. A useful supplement for elementary social studies curricula.
Animal features come in all sorts of shapes, sizes, patterns, and colors, and they serve many different purposes. Animal Part Smarts introduces and labels animal parts, helping new readers learn to read while also learning about their favorite animals. Tightly controlled vocabulary and repetitive text patterns work together with crisp and Colorful photographs to create an engaging and supportive reading experience.
What can you see at the zoo or museum? What can you do at a pumpkin patch or apple orchard? Around Town takes the earliest readers on a field trip to familiar places in their community while helping them develop literacy skills. Vibrant photography and tightly controlled text work together to provide an engaging and supportive reading experience. Around Town titles include tools for teachers and caregivers as well as introductory nonfiction features such as labels, a table of contents, words to know, and an index. A Let's Review! feature proposes a photo and question to help readers review and expand learning on the topic.
Bright red cardinals sing. Rabbits run. Squirrels gather nuts for winter. There are so many animals to view just outside your door! This new series helps children develop reading skills while learning about the animals around them. Tightly controlled vocabulary and repetitive text patterns work together with crisp and colorful photographs to create a reading experience that is fun, engaging, and supportive. Backyard Animals titles include tools for teachers and caregivers as well as introductory nonfiction features such as labels, a table of contents, words to know, and an index. A Let's Review! feature proposes a photo and question to help readers review and expand learning on the topic.
Bees, ladybugs, ants. There are so many insects to view just outside your door! This new series helps children develop reading skills while exploring the world around them. Tightly controlled vocabulary and repetitive text patterns work together with crisp and colorful photographs to create a reading experience that is engaging and supportive. Backyard Bugs titles include tools for teachers and caregivers as well as introductory nonfiction features such as labels, a table of contents, words to know, and an index.
How fast can a cheetah run? Why do tigers have stripes? Find the answers to these questions and more in Big Cats! A diagram supplements the content, while a picture glossary reinforces new vocabulary. Bright, full-Color photographs and photo labels complement the carefully levelled text to make reading for understanding easy and fun.
Meow! Discover the characteristics and physical features of your favorite cat breeds. Each book highlights the breed's features with a labeled diagram, and a picture glossary reinforces new vocabulary. Bright, full-color photographs and photo labels complement the carefully leveled text to make reading for understanding easy and fun. Includes reading tips for teachers and parents, a table of contents, and an index.
Differentiating opposites is fundamental for learning. Comparing Directions helps children visually recognize opposing directionals with fun themes and vibrant photos. Comparing Directions titles include tools for teachers and caregivers as well as introductory nonfiction features such as labels, a table of contents, words to know, and an index.
Do you have readers who just can’t get enough of big machines? Vibrant photographs of large construction vehicles at work, photo labels, and diagrams work together with tightly controlled vocabulary to make this a fun and exciting series for beginning readers.
Illuminating the unique physical features and behaviors of nocturnal animals, this series takes a narrative approach toward life-science topics. As we peer into nocturnal forests and skies, from nighttime awakening to sunlight retreat, atmospheric text and images knit together stories of survival, noting the adaptations that enable each creature to carve out its own niche in its particular habitat. A detailed diagram points out such characteristics in-depth, allowing more visual learners to match facts with real images.
Journeying back through time, Dinosaur Days acquaints readers with eight creatures of the Mesozoic era. Using age-appropriate language, this series will whet young palaeontologists' appetites as it uncovers when and where important fossils have been found as well as what these fossilized remains have revealed about the dinosaur's lifestyle, including how its physical features aided survival in its prehistoric habitat and theories about its extinction. A timeline spotlights the period when the dinosaur lived, and a closing comparative graphic provides additional context on the animal's size. Supports the Next Generation Science Standards.
We smile when we are happy. We cry when we are sad. How do we know when someone is afraid or angry? Each book in Emotions helps teach early readers to read their own emotions and the emotions of those around them while helping them develop literacy skills. Each title includes tools for teachers as well as introductory nonfiction features such as labels, a table of contents, words to know, and an index.
In Family Pets, beginning readers are introduced to young characters as they care for their family pets. Sight words, tightly controlled vocabulary, and repetitive text patterns and sounds help first-time readers develop reading skills while learning about the responsibilities, challenges, and fun that come with caring for a family pet. Fun, vibrant illustrations match the storylines to enhance imagination and provide a supportive educational fiction reading experience. Titles include tools for teachers and caregivers, a table of contents, and a picture glossary. A Let’s Review feature provides readers an opportunity to interact with and reflect on the topic.
Spend a day on the farm with this fun series! Learn what farmers do, as well as what kinds of crops they grow, animals they care for, and machines they use.
What does a calf need to grow? How does a piglet use his hooves? Farm Babies teaches children about some of their favorite young animals while helping them develop literacy skills. Vibrant photography and tightly controlled text work together to provide an engaging and supportive reading experience.
Spend a day on the farm with this fun series! Learn what farmers do, as well as what kinds of crops they grow, animals they care for, and machines they use.
The perfect guide to introduce readers to a new language! A fun, simple narrative in English follows one character through a typical day. Everyday settings and photo labels introduce vocabulary in the new language. Each label features the English word, translation, and pronunciation of the translated word for easy understanding. Each title is translated by a native speaker and includes an introduction to the language and instructional book guide. Lists and diagrams of common phrases, colors, and numbers round out each title, further introducing readers to the language.
Prior to the arrival of Europeans, numerous Indigenous Peoples thrived across North America. This series provides an overview of daily life and culture. Approachable text examines each group's community structure, significant ceremonies, and traditions, as well as their relationship with European settlers and forced relocation onto reserves. Each title also includes a traditional story and tells how the people work to keep the traditions of their ancestors alive today.
Help your youngest readers learn to read with First Routines. Vibrant, real-life photographs and simple text introduce everyday routines, healthy eating, exercise, and personal hygiene to beginning readers. Repetitive text patterns, clear photo/text matches, and labels create a reading experience that is easy to follow, familiar, and engaging.
What are baby owls called? Baby deer? Early readers will learn these names and more about furry forest babies. Adorable, vibrant photography and tightly controlled text work together to provide an engaging and supportive early reading experience. Each title in Forest Babies includes tools for teachers as well as introductory nonfiction features such as labels, a table of contents, words to know, and an index.
Help your youngest readers learn to read with Fun First Concepts! Vibrant, real-life photographs and simple text introduce letters of the alphabet, colors, shapes, and counting concepts to beginning readers. Repetitive text patterns, clear photo/text matches, and labels create a reading experience that is engaging and easy to follow. Titles include tools for teachers and caregivers and introductory nonfiction features, such as labels, a table of contents, comprehensive review features, and an index.
Introduce colors, counting, and shape recognition to beginning readers with this fun and interactive series! Each book invites readers to point to the shapes and number of objects that correspond with each color, while helping develop literacy skills. Vibrant, real-life photography and tightly controlled text work together to provide an engaging and supportive reading experience.
Celebrate your favorite holidays with Holiday Fun!. Books in this series show and tell how and why holidays are celebrated and on what days or times of year. Universal symbols of each holiday are introduced and labeled, helping new readers learn toread while also learning about cultural traditions. Tightly controlled vocabulary, repetitive text patterns, and crisp, Colorful photographs work together to create an engaging and supportive reading experience. Each title includes tools for teachers and caregivers as well as introductory nonfiction features such as labels, a table of contents, words to know, and an index. A Let's Review! feature poses a photo and question to help readers review and expand learning on the topic.
Imagine what it would be like to walk with woolly mammoths, play baseball with dodo birds, or hunt with dire wolves with this fun series! Each book presents a main character who imagines meeting an extinct Ice Age animal in a fun, fictional story. Readers will learn about the Ice Age animals’ appearances, behaviors, and diets and how they lived during the Ice Age.
From shortest to longest, deepest to tallest, and smallest to biggest, this series uses varying degrees of comparison to encourage curious young explorers to take a closer look at the relationships of the flora, fauna, and landforms of six different biomes. I'm the Biggest! but dynamic language to place each ecosystem under investigation, peering through binoculars, under a microscope, or through a camera to study how the region's features affect its inhabitants, as well as how the inhabitants flourish within the environment. Striking photos aid in the book's visual appeal, while graphics and maps supply real-world examples of each ecosystem, encouraging readers to further explore the topic at hand.
How is Serena Williams working for schools? How does Anthony Rizzo help kids with cancer? How is Elon Musk increasing the use of alternative energy? In the Spotlight introduces early readers to the activists and celebrities making an impact in today's world. Narrative nonfiction is supported with labels, a picture glossary, and a biographical timeline to reinforce new vocabulary. Features include reading tips for teachers and parents, a table of contents, and an index.
The future of our planet is in our hands. It is up to us to take action and care for it every day. What can kids do? Kids Living Green showcases environmentally-friendly ways early readers can care for the Earth. Active examples and photographs detail specific projects readers can easily partake in. Each title features a step-by-step project or activity, picture glossary, table of contents, and index.
Landmarks of America functions as an accessible and highly educational series of introductory travel guides to eight of the most popular landmarks in the United States. Combining history and science to study the making of the structure, each book includes an activity that supports an applied understanding of an engineering or construction concept. Readers seeking adventure or just further information will clamour to explore these precious national treasures for themselves!
Grab your skateboard! Let's go! How do you get around your town or city? Let's Go! introduces early readers to the many modes of transportation around them. Vibrant photography and tightly controlled text work together to provide an engaging and supportive early reading experience. Each title includes tools for teachers as well as introductory nonfiction features such as labels, a table of contents, words to know, and an index.
Introduce your youngest readers to sports with these fun books! Let’s Play Sports! shows and tells beginning readers how to join in the action. Readers will learn how sports or activities are played or performed, what equipment is needed, and what uniforms or gear look like for each.Tightly controlled vocabulary, repetitive text patterns, and crisp, colorful photographs work together to create a supportive and engaging reading experience.
What do wheels and axles help us do? How does a pulley work? Why does an inclined plane make carrying a load easier? Each book in Machines and Motion highlights and explains one of the six simple machines. Bright, color photographs complement the carefully levelled text.
How do planes help put out forest fires? What are the different kinds of tow trucks? Find answers to your questions about emergency vehicles in Machines to the Rescue! A diagram supplements the content, while a picture glossary reinforces new vocabulary. Bright, full-color photographs and photo labels complement the carefully levelled text to make reading for understanding easy and fun. Each title includes reading tips for teachers and parents, a table of contents, and an index.
Off to the races! Discover the most popular race cars, their parts, and how they reach their top speeds in this exciting series. A diagram supplements the content, while a picture glossary reinforces new vocabulary. Bright, full-Color photographs and photo labels complement the carefully levelled text to make reading for understanding easy and fun.
As seemingly impossible travel barriers are broken by self-driving automobiles and futuristic passenger vehicles, inquisitive minds are often fascinated by the many forms, features, and abilities of transportation-especially when it comes to speed. Now That's Fast! offers a high-interest introduction to the mind-boggling speeds and incredible features of some of the world's fastest terrestrial vehicles and airborne crafts. Each title includes a brief history as it explains the purpose of these distinctive forms of transportation, and a diagram allows readers an up-close look at the featured craft's construction.
What color is an emu chick's egg? What are baby kangaroos called? Early readers will learn these facts and more about their favorite Outback babies. Adorable, vibrant photography and tightly controlled text work together to provide an engaging and supportive early reading experience. Each title in Outback Babies includes tools for teachers and caregivers as well as introductory nonfiction features such as labels, a table of contents, words to know, and an index. A Let’s Review! question and image at the end of each title helps engage readers and reinforce content.
Striped shells on the beach. Spots on ladybugs in the garden. All kinds of patterns can be found in nature! Spot bright and fun patterns all around you with this new series. Children will develop reading skills while learning about the wildlife around them and how to identify patterns. Tightly controlled vocabulary and repetitive text patterns work with crisp and Colorful photographs to create a reading experience that is fun, engaging, and supportive. Patterns in Nature titles include tools for teachers and caregivers, as well as introductory nonfiction features such as labels, a table of contents, words to know, and an index. A Let’s Review! feature presents a photo and question to help readers review and expand learning on the topic.
Kids love furry friends, and there are so many different kinds! Explore what makes every dog breed different with Paw Prints. Carefully levelled text and playful photographs introduce readers to their favorite dog breeds. Includes a labelled diagram and a picture glossary to reinforce new vocabulary.
Learn how polar babies survive frigid temperatures and how many of them change Color to blend in with their snowy environments. Adorable, vibrant photography and tightly controlled text work together to show and teach readers the differences between these polar babies and their parents while providing an engaging and supportive early reading experience.
What color is a toucan chick's beak? How do crocodile hatchlings get from place to place? Early readers will learn these facts and more about their favorite rain forest babies. Adorable, vibrant photography and tightly controlled text work together to provide an engaging and supportive early reading experience. Each title in Rain Forest Babies includes tools for teachers and caregivers, as well as introductory nonfiction features such as labels, a table of contents, words to know, and an index. A Let?s Review! question and image at the end of each title helps engage readers and reinforce content.
How do an owl's wings help it fly silently through the night to sneak up on prey? How fast does an eagle dive to catch fish? Each book in Raptor World highlights a different raptor, the hunting techniques of each, and the physical attributes that make it an expert bird of prey. Vibrant photographs and carefully levelled text work together to support early readers.
All Canadians have relationships and responsibilities that impact their lives. Whether at school, at home, or in the community, these roles engage Canadians with the world around them. Relationships and Responsibilities offers readers a closer look at how these roles are connected to one's identity, culture, and sense of self.
What are baby gorillas called? Baby elephants? Early readers will learn these names and more about their favorite safari babies. Adorable, vibrant photography and tightly controlled text work together to provide an engaging and supportive early reading experience. Each title in Safari Babies includes tools for caregivers as well as introductory nonfiction features such as labels, a table of contents, words to know, and an index.
We experience different sights, activities, and weather each season. Books in this series introduce and label the unique sights of each season, helping new readers learn to read while also learning about the four seasons. Tightly controlled vocabulary and repetitive text patterns work together with crisp and colorful photographs to create an engaging and supportive reading experience. Includes tools for teachers and caregivers as well as introductory nonfiction features such as labels, a table of contents, words to know, and an index. A Let's Review! feature proposes a photo and question to help readers review and expand learning on the topic.
Introduce your youngest readers to plants and their life cycles with these fun books! See a Plant Grow! shows and tells readers how different plants grow from seeds into the fruits, vegetables, and plants they see every day. Tightly controlled vocabulary, repetitive text patterns, and crisp, Colorful photographs work together to create a supportive and engaging reading experience.
Hello chipmunks and ducks. Hello rabbits and toads. Hello fun! The popular Seedlings series now offers irresistible introductions to eight familiar backyard animals. Written in a friendly voice, filled with dynamic photos, and featuring text crafted for the youngest of readers, these newest books spotlight the bodies, behaviors, and habitats of living things. As introductions to informational text, these titles will plant the seeds of knowledge!
The popular Seedlings series offers irresistible introductions to community helpers. Written in a friendly voice, filled with dynamic photos, and featuring text crafted for the youngest of readers, these books spotlight the ways in which certain professions help other members of our communities. As introductions to informational text, these titles will plant the seeds of knowledge!
Hello, bicycles and snowmobiles. Hello, jet skis and skateboards. Hello, ... fun! The popular Seedlings series now offers irresistible introductions to personal transportation devices. Written in a friendly voice, with dynamic photos, and featuring text crafted for the youngest of readers, these newest books touch upon the parts and roles of unique vehicles. Each book closes with a labelled-image guide for further review. As introductions to informational text, these titles will plant the seeds of knowledge!
Hello, freight trains and trams. Hello, monorails and passenger trains. The popular Seedlings series now offers irresistible introductions to six types of trains. Written in a friendly voice, filled with dynamic photos, and featuring text crafted for the youngest of readers, these newest books touch upon the parts and roles of trains in communities. Each book closes with a labeled-image guide for further review. As introductions to informational text, these titles will plant the seeds of knowledge!
This series offers irresistible introductions to a rage of topics from animal behaviors to how machines operate. Written in a friendly voice, filled with dynamic photos, and featuring text crafted for the youngest of readers, these titles are perfect for your shelves as they help plant the seeds of knowledge!
How many teeth do great white sharks have? What kind of shark looks like a ray? Find these answers and more with Shark Bites! Labeled photographs point out body parts and nonfiction stories tell about these sharks' lives in the vast oceans.
Big birds aren’t just for Sesame Street! Young animal lovers will flock to these levelled readers. A search-and-find feature teaches new vocabulary about avian habitat, body parts, and behavior. Carefully levelled text and gorgeous photography willcaptivate early readers.
Starting Out narrates the tale of growing up in the wild. This new series employs simple language and a unique first-person perspective to introduce foundational biological concepts as it follows the adorable animal through the start of its young life. The straightforward text and large photos of the animal in its natural environment will both entertain and enlighten as readers learn how the animal's physical features, diet, habitat, and familial relationships play a role in its growth and development.
Spend time with some aww-dorable babies in this series for beginning readers! Simple, predictable text and cute, Colorful photos support students just starting to read on their own. Readers will learn basic facts about each baby including favorite foods and how they play. Features show the animals at each life stage and reinforce facts from the text. Young readers will love growing with favorite animal babies in this series that is simply too cute!
Vowel Adventures introduces beginning readers to phonics and the functions of vowels with fun, narrative stories and vibrant illustrations. Each title focuses on a different vowel, its various sounds, and the roles they play in everyday words. With a focus on sight words, tightly controlled vocabulary, repetitive text patterns and sounds, and bright, fun illustrations to match the storylines, these books provide a supportive educational fiction reading experience that will enhance imagination.Titles include tools for teachers and caregivers, a table of contents, and a picture glossary. A Let’s Review feature provides readers an opportunity to interact with and reflect on the topic.
Did you know pineapples grow on top of plants? How do pumpkins grow from seeds? Watch It Grow appeals to early readers interested in learning more about how plants grow and the steps in their life cycles. Each title features a life cycle diagram, picture glossary, table of contents, and index. Bright, detailed photographs and labels help readers easily identify each step.
Weather is all around us. What is the weather like where you live? Weather Report introduces early readers to weather conditions while helping them develop literacy skills. Vibrant photography and tightly controlled text work together to provide an engaging and supportive reading experience. Weather Report titles include tools for teachers as well as introductory nonfiction features such as labels, a table of contents, and an index.
What happens to wax before it becomes a crayon? How are T-shirts made? Discover how everyday items get from the earth, fields, and factories to our homes and stores in this fun series. Real photos show the steps of the cycle or process, while a picture glossary reinforces new vocabulary. Each book features a comprehensive diagram to illustrate each step. Bright, full-color photographs and photo labels complement the carefully levelled text to make reading for understanding easy and fun. Includes reading tips for teachers and parents, a table of contents, and an index.
What happens to garbage after it is picked up? Where does water go? Discover what happens to garbage, recycling, water, and mail after it leaves the home. Infographics use descriptions and real-life photos to show the steps in each cycle, while a picture glossary reinforces new vocabulary. Bright, full-color photographs and photo labels complement the carefully leveled text to make reading for understanding easy and fun. Includes reading tips for teachers and parents, a table of contents, and an index.
Extraordinary women are changing the world! They are leaders shaping the way we think about science, business, design, politics, and more. This biography series for early readers uses informative text and engaging features to highlight remarkable women at the forefront of their fields.
What animals live in Antarctica? What landforms define the landscape of South America? Find these answers and more in these fact-filled books. A Look at Continents highlights each of Earth's seven continents, their locations, geography, landforms, wildlife, countries, demographics, and more. Bright, full-color photographs complement the carefully leveled text to make reading for understanding easy and fun. Strong STEM connections promote multi-subject learning. Includes maps, diagrams, sidebars, photo labels, quick facts, glossary, and index.
Where in the world can you ride a camel? Or visit gardens filled with bonsai trees? Where might you find the Euphrates River? Each book in All Around the World highlights a specific country and discusses what makes it so interesting to its citizens and visitors. Bright, Color photographs complement the carefully levelled text to make reading for understanding easy and fun.
Jay reads Braille. Sam uses a wheelchair. Ben has Down syndrome. In this series, young readers can learn more about how to be a good friend to friends with different capabilities and conditions. Carefully levelled text and vibrant, Color photos support beginning readers and make reading informational text easy and fun.
Where can you find some of the most amazing structures on Earth? How do engineers and architects design and build towering skyscrapers and twisting roller coasters? In this high-interest STEM series, learn about some of the world’s most impressive structures and the engineering and technology that went into building them. Each book details the architecture of noteworthy structures, as well as the careers involved in designing and constructing them.
What is a solar eclipse? Where can you see the northern lights? Find these answers and more in these fact-filled books. Amazing Sights in the Sky introduces the unique, natural wonders in the sky. Bright, full-color photographs complement the carefully leveled text to make reading for understanding easy and fun. Diagrams, Side Bars, Photo Labels, Activity, Glossary, Index.
From ski slopes to skating rinks, the events of the Winter Olympic Games captivate and inspire people worldwide. Introduce young fans and budding sports enthusiasts to eight Amazing Winter Olympics with this high-interest set. Action photos and straightforward text examine the featured event’s Olympic history, equipment, and individual or team modes of play. Each book also includes a biographical story about a famous competitor or team who made Olympic history.
Grab your chef’s hat and a furry friend-it’s time to get cooking! Get into a splatter of batter with Chef Sloth, join Chef Hedgehog on a prickly cooking adventure, show your love for the kitchen with Chef Llama, and more! These hands-on cookbooks are full of bright step-by-step photos and easy to follow recipes inspired by your animal chef guides. Once you’re full of tasty treats, learn all about your new animal friends. It’s bound to be a wild time!
With its reader-friendly and interactive approach, Be a Leader presents an engaging and motivating introduction to the importance of leadership and provides examples, showing that every kid can find opportunities to be a leader. Each book highlights practical and easy ways to develop and utilize leadership skills in daily life. Try This! and Grow with Goals activities in each title help readers actively reflect on the subject matter and set their own goals to promote growth mindset. Each title includes sidebars, a table of contents, glossary, index, and tips for educators and caregivers.
Engaging in our communities helps make our country stronger. How can we get involved? Each book in Being an Active Citizen outlines a specific duty we have as American citizens and ways in which we can participate. Bright, color photographs complement the carefully levelled text to make reading for understanding easy and fun.
Did you know that a group of geese on land or water is called a gaggle? Or that schools of fish have tactics for evading predators? Learn how and why some of the animal kingdom's most interesting animal groups stick together for survival with this exciting new series! Vivid and engaging full-color photographs and infographics complement the carefully leveled text to make reading for understanding easy and fun. Includes diagrams, sidebars, glossary, table of contents, and index.
How can we practice being fair, optimistic, and tolerant? How can we show respect and empathy and help resolve conflict? These are just a few ways to build good character. These inspiring and engaging titles cultivate a growth mindset and reinforce social and emotional learning in young readers. They will learn positive character traits and how to implement them in their daily lives. Carefully levelled text and vibrant, color photos support beginning readers and make reading informational text easy and fun.
Canadians come from a wide variety of backgrounds. Many parts of our lives are similar to those of neighbours, but we might do other things very differently. Canadian Families explores the different ways that people from diverse backgrounds live their day-to-day lives.
Our communities are stronger when we come together and take time to understand, support, and celebrate one another. Each title in Celebrating Our Communities focuses on how kids can practice inclusion, empathy, and acceptance in their daily lives. Key concepts of social and emotional learning (SEL) teach children to manage emotions, establish positive habits in communication, create and achieve goals, and make good decisions. Try This! and Grow with Goals activities in each title help readers actively reflect on the subject matter and set their own goals to promote a growth mindset and hone helpful SEL skills.
What do you want to be when you grow up? After reading this series, kids will be shouting out answers to that question. This series gives young readers a basic introduction to people in their communities that they will meet around town. A photo diagram at the end of the book highlights places where these people work and tools they use to do their jobs.
What famous castle is said to have inspired the castle at Walt Disney World? How many rooms does the Palace of Versailles have? Readers will find these answers and more as they learn about the history, secrets, architecture, and specific rooms of some of the world's most elaborate castles and palaces. Real, behind-the-scenes photographs allows readers a peak inside the castle or palace walls, while infographics and side bars provide the information they're dying to know about the rooms or kings who inhabited them.
Pack your bags and get ready to travel the world in this exciting series! Each title dives into the geography, climate, and culture of a specific country with vibrant images and levelled text. Special features highlight the landscapes, animals, languages, foods, and holidays of each nation. Each title concludes with a country facts profile that summarizes the country and its demographics in a fun, engaging way to help readers become global explorers!
What's the difference between fact and opinion? How can we find accurate and unbiased information? How do we navigate and experience digital media? What steps do we need to take to stay safe online? Digital Citizenship answers these questions and more while addressing how an informed citizenship relies on the critical and responsible usage of media and information. Bright, full-color photographs complement the carefully leveled text to make reading for understanding easy and fun. Each title includes a table of contents, infographic, glossary, index, Take Action! activity, compelling What Do You Think? sidebars to encourage deeper inquiry, and reading tips for teachers and parents.
Who makes apps? When was the internet invented? How do we use social media in our daily lives? Find answers to these questions and more in Digital Planet. This informative series introduces readers to the technology of daily life. Bright, full-color photographs complement the carefully leveled text to make reading for understanding easy and fun. Each title includes a table of contents, infographic, glossary, index, Did You Know? sidebars that provide additional information, and reading tips for teachers and parents.
Did an asteroid really kill the dinosaurs? How did glaciers form Earth''s mountains, valleys, and lakes? Find these answers and more in these fact-filled books. Earth Shapers highlights how asteroids, glaciers, supervolcanoes, and tectonic plates changed the shape of our planet. Bright, full-color photographs complement the carefully leveled text to make reading for understanding easy and fun.
Emergency! 911! Help is on the way! Jump into the action, and explore the emergency vehicles that bring help fast. Early/fluent readers will race through infographics, action-packed photography, and expertly levelled text in a nonfiction beginning reader format to learn all about their favorite transportation topics.
Exploring Our Oceans presents a high-interest STEM exploration of Earth’s five oceans. Each book highlights a different ocean, detailing its geology, geography, climate and weather, wildlife, history, and research and explorations. Vibrant, Color photos complement the text to show the unique features and inhabitants of each ocean environment.
Prepare to be amazed! Optical illusions are tricks that our eyes and brain play on us to make us see things differently. Explore the science behind what makes them work using color, light, and patterns. Featuring fun illusions, these books are totally mind-boggling!
Life throws us many challenges, often without warning. Facing Life’s Challenges describes the very real issues today’s youth experience and confront daily. Each title illustrates specific situations and the emotions they can elicit, as well as how we can cope with them mindfully and learn from them. Readers will learn to recognize, reflect on, and communicate their feelings, ask for help, and advocate for themselves and others who may be experiencing these challenges.
From LEGO bricks and Nerf Blasters to bicycles and Barbie dolls, this hi/lo series dives into the history behind some classic toys and explores how they are popular today! Each title showcases high-quality images paired with engaging text to introduce a favorite toy. Each title contains maps, timelines, charts, and profiles to keep readers engaged and informed about the stories behind their favorite toys!
With a high-interest, STEM-focused approach, Foundations of Physics introduces foundational physics concepts. Each book covers a concept’s functions and laws, everyday applications, and key scientists involved in its development. Bright, full-color photographs complement the carefully levelled text to make reading easy and fun. Each title includes infographics, sidebars, a table of contents, an activity, a glossary, and an index to aid comprehension.