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Kindergarten to 3rd Grade Collection 1

Amazing Animals

The world of animals is wonderfully diverse. This series travels the planet to study fascinating animals. Beautiful photos are paired with accessible text to examine the featured creature’s appearance, habitat, behaviors, and life cycle.

Creative Education © 2023

Binding Type
Library
Reading Level
1-2
Accelerated Reader
3.1

Favorite Toys

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!

Bellwether Media © 2023

Binding Type
Library
Reading Level
2
Accelerated Reader
Quizzes Available

Plant-tastic!

Making food from sunshine, dripping with poison, and even eating living animals what can't plants do? Take a fresh look at the plant kingdom, focusing on the science behind the living things that give us oxygen, provide us with food, and fill our world with color. Bright, engaging photos and fun, lively text will keep readers turning the page while a final activity makes learning about science hands on. It's Plant-tastic!

Bearport Publishing © 2024

Binding Type
Reinforced Library
Reading Level
2

Science Questions

Why do we see rainbows after it rains? What makes the sky look blue? Learn the answers to some of the most common science questions about the world around us in this engaging series.

Jump! © 2023

Binding Type
Library
Reading Level
K

Community Helpers

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!

Creative Education © 2023

Binding Type
Library
Reading Level
K
Accelerated Reader
1.2

Too Cute!

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!

Bellwether Media © 2023

Binding Type
Library
Reading Level
K
Accelerated Reader
Quizzes Available

Using Simple Machines

For thousands of years, six simple machines have helped people do amazing things. Each title in this informative series introduces young readers to one simple machine, describing how it works, how it helps people do jobs, and how it is used for fun.

Focus Readers © 2024

Binding Type
Hardcover
Reading Level
1-2

Kindergarten to 3rd Grade Collection 2

Community Helpers

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!

Creative Education © 2023

Binding Type
Library
Reading Level
K
Accelerated Reader
1.6

Curious about Pets

Can I pet a hedgehog? Where do you keep a snake? Prickly or slithering, pets are a constant source of entertainment and fun. Engage kids’ natural curiosity about pet behavior, care, and even training in an engaging Q&A format that reinforces inquiry skills. A Stay Curious! feature models research skills while simple infographics support visual literacy.

Amicus © 2023

Binding Type
Reinforced Library Binding
Reading Level
2
Accelerated Reader
Quizzes Available

Earth Basics

Earth Basics presents a high-interest STEM introduction to the materials that make up our world. Each book covers one of Earth's four basic materials, including how it forms and changes, where it can be found, and how it is used in everyday life. Bright, color photographs and diagrams complement the carefully levelled text to make reading easy and fun.

Jump! © 2024

Binding Type
Hardcover
Reading Level
K

Horse and Zebra

Horse and Zebra are best friends, but they couldn't be more different! While Horse is steady and sensible, Zebra is zany and creative. But what they have in common is that they will always look out for each other, and they're always ready to help another animal in need.

Jolly Fish Press © 2024

Binding Type
Hardcover
Reading Level
K-1

Mega Machines

What can get the job done? Mega Machines can! From putting out fires to flying through the sky, machines help people every day. But how do they work? What can they do? Find out in Mega Machines.

Kaleidoscope © 2023

Binding Type
Library
Reading Level
1

Picture Books

Various © 2023

Binding Type
Hardcover
Reading Level
4

Saving the World

Whether we’re at home, at school, or on vacation, the world is in our hands. How can we protect it from harm? If we all take simple steps, we can save the world! Colorful illustrations and bright photos paired with carefully levelled text gives simple steps young readers can take to protect the planet wherever they go. Perfect for young environmentalists!

Bearport Publishing © 2023

Binding Type
Reinforced Library
Reading Level
2-3

Super Sports Stories

Super Sports Stories features action-packed sports stories while introducing concepts of social and emotional (SEL) skills. Early fluent readers will follow characters who learn how to be team players and challenge themselves while playing their favourite sports. Bright, fun illustrations match the fictional storylines to enhance imagination, and tightly controlled text helps children enhance reading skills.

Jump! © 2024

Binding Type
Hardcover
Reading Level
2
Accelerated Reader
Quizzes Available

Too Cute!

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 favoritefoods and how they play. Features show the animals at each life stage and reinforce facts from the text. Young readers will love growing with favourite animal babies in this series that is simply too cute!

Bellwether Media © 2024

Binding Type
Library
Reading Level
K
Accelerated Reader
Quizzes Available

Totally Not True

Have you seen a Bigfoot? No? But you have probably heard of Bigfoot, and people are convinced that it is real. How do we know what is real and what is not? We use scientific method. TNT blows apart myths with SCIENCE! Gather the evidence and test it. Will the myth hold up to explosive science? There is only one way to find out.

Bearport Publishing © 2024

Binding Type
Reinforced Library
Reading Level
4

Kindergarten to 6th Grade Collection 1

Amazing Animals

The world of animals is wonderfully diverse. This series travels the planet to study fascinating animals. Beautiful photos are paired with accessible text to examine the featured creature’s appearance, habitat, behaviors, and life cycle.

Creative Education © 2023

Binding Type
Library
Reading Level
1-2
Accelerated Reader
3.1

Animal Masterminds

Animals may be smarter than you think! Follow the true story of animal masterminds showing their supersmarts. Bright graphic illustrations paired with nonfiction content bring vibrancy to these true stories, while more information on the animals and stories of fellow smart creatures brings the learning full circle.

Bearport Publishing © 2023

Binding Type
Reinforced Library
Reading Level
3
Accelerated Reader
Quizzes Available

Countries of the World

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!

Bellwether Media © 2024

Binding Type
Library
Reading Level
1-2

Nasty Ways to Go

Dancing to death, tangling with your own beard in a burning building, and eating yourself sick what a nasty way to go. Take a hi lo adventure exploring some of the worst deaths of all time. Struggling readers in grades 4 and 5 won't be able to put down these accessible books written at the 1st and 2nd grade reading level.

Bearport Publishing © 2024

Binding Type
Reinforced Library
Reading Level
1

Our Prehistoric World: Dinosaurs

With their incredible size and fascinating history, dinosaurs and other prehistoric creatures have long captured our imaginations. The simple, easy-to-read text and action-packed illustrations in this series let readers get up close and personal with the remarkable creatures that roamed our planet millions of years ago.

Cherry Lake Publishing © 2024

Binding Type
Hardcover
Reading Level
2

Own Voices, Own Stories

Sleeping Bear Press © 2023

Binding Type
Hardcover
Reading Level
1

Pet Detectives

An introduction to some of the world's most lovable pets. Each book is filled with amazing facts and beautiful photos.

Brown Bear Books © 2023

Binding Type
Hardcover
Reading Level
2

Picture Books

Various © 2020

Binding Type
Hardcover
Reading Level
K-2

Racing Sports

From whipping around corners in open cockpit vehicles to zooming down bumpy tracks on dirt bikes, racing sports are full of thrilling moments. This action-packed series showcases six of the world's biggest racing sports, describing their history, equipment, and what happens in the sports exciting races. Each book pairs short paragraphs of easy-to-read-text with plenty of colorful photos to make reading engaging and accessible.

Apex © 2024

Binding Type
Hardcover
Reading Level
2-3

Kindergarten to 6th Grade Collection 2

Adventures in Unplugged Coding

You don't need a computer to learn about coding! Unplugged coding teaches many of the same skill sets needed for coding, from sequencing to conditionals, all without using a screen! Each book in this fun series uses a different theme to teach readers basic coding skills. Step-by-step instructions walk readers through engaging activities while bonus facts offer additional information about coding. Get ready for an adventure in the world of unplugged coding with this hands-on series!

Bellwether Media © 2024

Binding Type
Library
Reading Level
4

Amazing Animal Self-Defense

They can ooze blood and cover attackers with sticky slime. Some leave predators dodging deadly quills or running from terrible stink. Animal defenses can be downright gross! Join the high-interest journey for a look at key science curriculum filled with the most disgusting animal responses to threats. Carefully levelled text and gory photos will have readers saying ewww-then quickly turning the page for more!

Bearport Publishing © 2023

Binding Type
Reinforced Library
Reading Level
2-3

Amazing Ocean Life

The oceans are alive! Dolphins jump, jellyfish sting, and sharks bite. Discover how ocean animals move, hunt, play, and more when you dive into Amazing Ocean Life. There is so much to explore beneath the waves!

Kaleidoscope © 2024

Binding Type
Library
Reading Level
1
Accelerated Reader
Quizzes Available

Chapter Books

Jolly Fish Press © 2023

Binding Type
Hardcover
Reading Level
PK-2

Countries of the World

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!

Bellwether Media © 2023

Binding Type
Library
Reading Level
1-2

Our Prehistoric World: Dinosaurs

With their incredible size and fascinating history, dinosaurs and other prehistoric creatures have long captured our imaginations. The simple, easy-to-read text and action-packed illustrations in this series let readers get up close and personal with the remarkable creatures that roamed our planet millions of years ago.

Cherry Lake Publishing © 2024

Binding Type
Hardcover
Reading Level
2

Paranormal Field Guides

Stories about mythical creatures and ghastly ghouls have been around for centuries. And they still captivate the imaginations of readers today. Inspire readers to take their interest in the paranormal to the next level with these conversational, goofy guides that illustrate how to search for these creatures through colorful designs, witty text, and critical thinking questions.

Black Rabbit Books © 2023

Binding Type
Library
Reading Level
2

Sports Superstars

Crushing records, earning trophies, achieving greatness: sports superstars combine immense talent with dedicated hard work to achieve these goals and become the best. Each title in this high-low series covers the childhood, career, and highlights of superstars from basketball, football, gymnastics, and more. Engaging text and eye-catching photos showcase each athlete’s skills. Features include maps, trophy shelves, athlete favourites, and more!

Bellwether Media © 2023

Binding Type
Library
Reading Level
3

4th to 8th Grade Preview Collection

Biology Basics: Need to Know

Bring biology to life with this curricular high-interest, low-reading level series. An engaging exploration of the living world keeps struggling readers interested while carefully levelled text paired with a dyslexic-friendly font and design make learning easy. Featured infographics and SilverTips for Success guide a review of key concepts from the book to reinforce comprehension and helps readers ace their next test.

Bearport Publishing © 2024

Binding Type
Reinforced Library
Reading Level
2
Accelerated Reader
Quizzes Available

Building Big

People have been constructing different types of buildings for thousands of years. Each structure was built using architecture--an amazing combination of science and art. This series explores different styles of architecture and takes an up-close look at some remarkable buildings and the architects who designed and built them.

Cherry Lake Publishing © 2023

Binding Type
Reinforced Library
Reading Level
5

A History of Hoops

Readers witness the buzzer-beating action of their favorite NBA teams in these photo-driven narratives. Thrilling text and photos capture on-court basketball action through the years, highlighting superstars, championships, and legendary moments that middle grade fans will want to remember. Side bars focus on unforgettable moments or players in each team’s history.

Creative Education © 2023

Binding Type
Library
Reading Level
4

Living Wild

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.

Creative Education © 2024

Binding Type
Hardcover
Reading Level
6-7
Accelerated Reader
Quizzes Available

The Nightmares of Nightmute

Nightmute Academy offers a unique summer learning experience. As new students Suni, Gale, and Shi-woo will discover, there's more than reading, writing, and arithmetic taking place on campus. In this school's lockers, you're just as likely to find a ghost as you are a textbook! This graphic novel series includes educational sidebars that explore the history and science (and pseudoscience) behind some of the world's spookiest encounters.

Cherry Lake Publishing © 2023

Binding Type
Reinforced Library
Reading Level
3

Totally Silly Science

What's sillier than a monkey in a spacesuit or potato passengers on planes? Not much! Take a hi-lo adventure about serious science you can hardly believe is true. Struggling readers in grades 5 and 6 won't be able to put down these accessible books written at the 2nd and 3rd grade reading level.

Bearport Publishing © 2024

Binding Type
Reinforced Library
Reading Level
2

Young Adult Collection

Odysseys in Recent Events

Empower young people to become informed citizens with a journalistic view into the people, events, and issues affecting our world. Each volume takes a comprehensive dive into its topic, providing advanced readers with a depth of knowledge and insights, and encouraging further research and study. The sophisticated design features striking photos and multiple sidebars provide relevant examples for additional discussion and thought. The informational text promotes critical thinking and awareness of global issues.

Creative Education © 2023

Binding Type
Library
Reading Level
7
Accelerated Reader
6.9

YA Fiction

In this queer, female-led YA cyberpunk adventure, heiress-turned-smuggler Asa and gunslinger Riven are forced to vie for leadership of an underworld faction after a mysterious hacker turns the city against them; meanwhile, a captured crew member must ally with an old enemy to find his way home.

Flux © 2023

Binding Type
Paperback
Reading Level
9-12

Spanish Language Collection

Bichos peligrosos

They creep. They crawl. And they kill! These dangerous bugs wreak havoc around the world, and they intrigue readers with their gross features and amazing abilities. Bring readers up close and personal with these creatures through North American Spanish text, captivating infographics, and in-your-face photography that will have them squirming as they turn the pages.

Black Rabbit Books © 2024

Binding Type
Hardcover
Reading Level
2
Accelerated Reader
3.1

Curiosidad por las marcas favoritas

How do YouTubers make money? How many Pokémon are there really? Answer kids’ burning questions about their favorite brands and build inquiry skills for early elementary readers in these North American Spanish translations. Fact-based answers take readers behind the scenes to explore these iconic companies and their products that kids love. A Stay Curious! feature models research skills while simple infographics support visual literacy.

Amicus © 2024

Binding Type
Hardcover
Reading Level
2

El mundo de tiburones

A massive great white shark bursts from the water, attacking a helpless seal. Meanwhile, in the ocean’s depths, a goblin shark waits to snag prey on needle-sharp teeth. Sharks are fearsome predators that rule the oceans. Through infographics, powerful photography, and a nonfiction beginning reader format, early/fluent readers can dive into the habitats, life cycles, and behaviors of these incredible animals. Translated into North American Spanish.

Black Rabbit Books © 2024

Binding Type
Hardcover
Reading Level
1
Accelerated Reader
2.3

Mi vida conà

Who better to talk about experiences with chronic health conditions or disorders than the kids who have them? These Spanish translations of our My Life with series feature real kids and their lives. Beautiful illustrations and a dyslexic-friendly font foster inclusivity. Includes tips for kids about interacting with someone with a chronic disorder.

Amicus © 2024

Binding Type
Hardcover
Reading Level
2
Accelerated Reader
Quizzes Available

Nuestro sistema solar

Blast off into space with a search-and-find adventure through our solar system. Young astronomers discover new Spanish vocabulary and get a close-up view of the eight major planets. Low level text has been translated into North American Spanish to help build reading success with incredible images to captivate early readers.

Amicus © 2024

Binding Type
Hardcover
Reading Level
K

Planeta animal

Creative Education © 2023

Binding Type
Hardcover
Reading Level
2
Accelerated Reader
Quizzes Available

Ruedas salvajes

Nothing screams high-interest like a set of squealing tires. Engage struggling and reluctant readers with a topic they love, and give them reading practice with content they can succeed with in this North American Spanish series. Carefully translated text paired with accessible infographics and in-your-face photos will have readers racing back for more.

Black Rabbit Books © 2024

Binding Type
Hardcover
Reading Level
2

Semillas del saber

Hola, Apatosaurus y Triceratops. Hola, T. rex y Velociraptor. ¡Hola, ... divertido! Plant the seeds of knowledge with text crafted for young readers who love dinosaurs and the prehistoric world. Dynamic images paired with friendly text translated into North American Spanish touch on each extinct animal’s looks and behavior, all based on scientific research for early STEM learning. Includes information about the first fossil discoveries. Labeled image guides and glossaries enhance this introduction to nonfiction reading.

The Creative Company © 2024

Binding Type
Hardcover
Reading Level
1

Vida salvaje

Get to know the furry, feathery, scaly wild animals with whom we share our planet! Translated into North American Spanish, this in-depth, middle-grade nonfiction series profiles mammals, reptiles, amphibians, birds, and fish with vivid photos and facts about their life cycles, diets, and habitats. Built on solid life science with the aid of sidebars, a range map, and a glossary, each title also includes a folk tale about the featured creature, adding a cross-curricular cultural layer to the text.

The Creative Company © 2024

Binding Type
Hardcover
Reading Level
6

Kindergarten to 1st Grade Nonfiction

A Dog's Life

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!

Creative Education © 2019

Binding Type
Library Bound
Reading Level
K-2
Accelerated Reader
2.5-3.0

All Aboard

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.

Jump! © 2020

Binding Type
Library Bound
Reading Level
K
Accelerated Reader
Quizzes Available

Amazing Rescue Vehicles

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.

Creative Education © 2019

Binding Type
Library Bound
Reading Level
K-2
Accelerated Reader
3.1

Amazing Sports

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.

Creative Education © 2020

Binding Type
Library Bound
Reading Level
1
Accelerated Reader
Quizzes Available

An Eye on Spiders

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.

Jump! © 2019

Binding Type
Library Bound
Reading Level
K
Accelerated Reader
1.0 (Quiz #197181)

Ancient Times

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.

Creative Education © 2020

Binding Type
Library Bound
Reading Level
1

Animal Part Smarts

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.

Jump! © 2020

Binding Type
Library Bound
Reading Level
PK

Around Town

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.

Jump! © 2021

Binding Type
Library Bound
Reading Level
PK

Backyard Animals

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.

Jump! © 2020

Binding Type
Library Bound
Reading Level
PK
Accelerated Reader
0.6

Backyard Bugs

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.

Jump! © 2019

Binding Type
Library Bound
Reading Level
PK

Big Cats

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.

Jump! © 2021

Binding Type
Reinforced binding
Reading Level
K
Accelerated Reader
Quizzes Available

Cat Club

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.

Jump! © 2021

Binding Type
Library Bound
Reading Level
K
Accelerated Reader
Quizzes Available

Comparing Directions

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.

Jump! © 2019

Binding Type
Library Bound
Reading Level
PK

Construction Zone

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.

Jump! © 2023

Binding Type
Library
Reading Level
K
Accelerated Reader
Quizzes Available

Creatures of the Night

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.

Creative Education © 2020

Binding Type
Library Bound
Reading Level
1
Accelerated Reader
Quizzes Available

Dinosaur Days

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.

Creative Education © 2019

Binding Type
Library Bound
Reading Level
K-2
Accelerated Reader
2.0-2.5

Emotions

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.

Jump! © 2019

Binding Type
Library Bound
Reading Level
PK
Accelerated Reader
.5-1.0

Family Pets

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.

Jump! © 2022

Binding Type
Reinforced binding
Reading Level
PK-K

Farm Animals

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.

Jump! © 2021

Binding Type
Reinforced binding
Reading Level
K

Farm Babies

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.

Jump! © 2018

Binding Type
Library Bound
Reading Level
PK

Farm Fun

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.

Jump! © 2021

Binding Type
Library Bound
Reading Level
K
Accelerated Reader
Quizzes Available

First Look at Languages

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.

Jump! © 2020

Binding Type
Library Bound
Reading Level
K
Accelerated Reader
1.0

First Peoples

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.

Creative Education © 2018

Binding Type
Library Bound
Reading Level
K-2
Accelerated Reader
NQ

First Routines

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.

Jump! © 2023

Binding Type
Library
Reading Level
PK
Accelerated Reader
Quizzes Available

Forest Babies

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.

Jump! © 2019

Binding Type
Library Bound
Reading Level
PK
Accelerated Reader
0.8

Fun First Concepts

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.

Jump! © 2020

Binding Type
Library Bound
Reading Level
PK
Accelerated Reader
0.5

Fun With Colors

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.

Jump! © 2020

Binding Type
Library Bound
Reading Level
PK

Holiday Fun!

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.

Jump! © 2022

Binding Type
Reinforced binding
Reading Level
PK

If I Met an Ice Age Animal

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.

Jump! © 2023

Binding Type
Library
Reading Level
1

I'm the Biggest!

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.

Creative Education © 2019

Binding Type
Library Bound
Reading Level
K-2
Accelerated Reader
2.9 (Quiz #199593)

In the Spotlight

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.

Jump! © 2019

Binding Type
Library Bound
Reading Level
K
Accelerated Reader
0.9 (Quiz #500979)

Kids Living Green

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.

Jump! © 2019

Binding Type
Library Bound
Reading Level
K
Accelerated Reader
1.0 (Quiz #500707)

Landmarks of America

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!

Creative Education © 2020

Binding Type
Library Bound
Reading Level
1
Accelerated Reader
Quizzes Available

Let's Go!

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.

Jump! © 2019

Binding Type
Library Bound
Reading Level
PK
Accelerated Reader
0.7

Let's Play Sports!

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.

Jump! © 2022

Binding Type
Reinforced Binding
Reading Level
PK

Machines and Motion

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.

Jump! © 2019

Binding Type
Library Bound
Reading Level
K
Accelerated Reader
1.0 (Quiz #197139

Machines to the Rescue

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.

Jump! © 2022

Binding Type
Reinforced binding
Reading Level
K

Need for Speed

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.

Jump! © 2023

Binding Type
Library
Reading Level
K
Accelerated Reader
Quizzes Available

Now That's Fast!

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.

Creative Education © 2019

Binding Type
Library Bound
Reading Level
K-2

Outback Babies

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.

Jump! © 2022

Binding Type
Reinforced binding
Reading Level
PK

Patterns in Nature

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.

Jump! © 2021

Binding Type
Reinforced binding
Reading Level
PK

Paw Prints

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.

Jump! © 2019

Binding Type
Library Bound
Reading Level
K
Accelerated Reader
1.0 (Quiz #196392)

Picture Books

Creative Editions © 2019

Binding Type
Board Book
Reading Level
PK
Accelerated Reader
Quizzes Available

Polar Babies

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.

Jump! © 2020

Binding Type
Library Bound
Reading Level
PK

Rain Forest Babies

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.

Jump! © 2021

Binding Type
Library Bound
Reading Level
PK

Raptor World

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.

Jump! © 2020

Binding Type
Library Bound
Reading Level
K
Accelerated Reader
Quizzes Available

Relationships and Responsibilies

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.

Beech Street Books © 2018

Binding Type
Library
Reading Level
1-2

Safari Babies

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.

Jump! © 2019

Binding Type
Library Bound
Reading Level
PK

Seasons

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.

Jump! © 2021

Binding Type
Library Bound
Reading Level
PK

See a Plant Grow!

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.

Jump! © 2023

Binding Type
Library
Reading Level
PK
Accelerated Reader
Quizzes Available

Backyard Animals

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!

Creative Education © 2019

Binding Type
Library Bound
Reading Level
K
Accelerated Reader
1.3 (Quiz #198352)

Community Helpers

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!

The Creative Company © 2023

Binding Type
Hardcover
Reading Level
K

On the Go

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!

Creative Education © 2020

Binding Type
Library Bound
Reading Level
K
Accelerated Reader
Quizzes Available

Trains

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!

Creative Education © 2020

Binding Type
Library Bound
Reading Level
K
Accelerated Reader
Quizzes Available

Transportation

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!

Creative Education © 2017

Binding Type
Library Bound
Reading Level
PK
Accelerated Reader
1.4 (Quiz #188440)

Shark Bites

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.

Jump! © 2020

Binding Type
Library Bound
Reading Level
K
Accelerated Reader
1.0 (Quiz #504150)

Spot Big Birds

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.

Amicus © 2023

Binding Type
Reinforced Library Binding
Reading Level
K
Accelerated Reader
Quizzes Available

Starting Out

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.

Creative Education © 2019

Binding Type
Library Bound
Reading Level
K-2
Accelerated Reader
1.3 (Quiz #500205)

Too Cute!

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!

Bellwether Media © 2022

Binding Type
Library
Reading Level
K
Accelerated Reader
Quizzes Available

Vowel Adventures

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.

Jump! © 2022

Binding Type
Reinforced binding
Reading Level
PK-K

Watch It Grow

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.

Jump! © 2019

Binding Type
Library Bound
Reading Level
K
Accelerated Reader
1.0 (Quiz #501178)

Weather Report

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.

Jump! © 2019

Binding Type
Library Bound
Reading Level
PK
Accelerated Reader
0.7

Where Does It Come From?

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.

Jump! © 2022

Binding Type
Reinforced binding
Reading Level
K
Accelerated Reader
Quizzes Available

Where Does It Go?

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.

Jump! © 2021

Binding Type
Library Bound
Reading Level
K
Accelerated Reader
Quizzes Available

2nd to 3rd Grade Nonfiction

A Look at Continents

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.

Jump! © 2020

Binding Type
Library Bound
Reading Level
2
Accelerated Reader
3.1 (Quiz #507449)

All Kinds of Friends

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.

Jump! © 2020

Binding Type
Library Bound
Reading Level
K-3
Accelerated Reader
Quizzes Available

Amazing Architecture

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.

Jump! © 2023

Binding Type
Library
Reading Level
2
Accelerated Reader
Quizzes Available

Amazing Sights in the Sky

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.

Jump! © 2021

Binding Type
Library Bound
Reading Level
2

Amazing Winter Olympics

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.

Creative Education © 2022

Binding Type
Library
Reading Level
1-2
Accelerated Reader
Quizzes Available

Animal Chefs

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!

Bearport Publishing © 2023

Binding Type
Reinforced Library
Reading Level
3

Be a Leader

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.

Jump! © 2020

Binding Type
Library Bound
Reading Level
2
Accelerated Reader
2.8 (Quiz #506220)

Being an Active Citizen

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.

Jump! © 2019

Binding Type
Library Bound
Reading Level
2
Accelerated Reader
2.7 (Quiz #197175)

Better Together: Animal Groups

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.

Jump! © 2020

Binding Type
Library Bound
Reading Level
2
Accelerated Reader
2.4 (Quiz #507403)

Building Character

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.

Jump! © 2020

Binding Type
Library Bound
Reading Level
K-3
Accelerated Reader
1.0 (Quiz #504151)

Canadian Families

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.

Beech Street Books © 2017

Binding Type
Library
Reading Level
2

Celebrating Our Communities

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.

Jump! © 2021

Binding Type
Library Bound
Reading Level
2
Accelerated Reader
Quizzes Available

Community Helpers

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.

Jump! © 2020

Binding Type
Library Bound
Reading Level
K-3
Accelerated Reader
0.9 (Quiz #504176)

Cool Castles and Palaces

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.

Jump! © 2020

Binding Type
Library Bound
Reading Level
2
Accelerated Reader
2.9 (Quiz #504845)

Countries of the World

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!

Bellwether Media © 2023

Binding Type
Library
Reading Level
1 - 2

Digital Citizenship

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.

Jump! © 2019

Binding Type
Library Bound
Reading Level
2

Digital Planet

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.

Jump! © 2020

Binding Type
Library Bound
Reading Level
2
Accelerated Reader
2.9

Earth Shapers

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.

Jump! © 2021

Binding Type
Library Bound
Reading Level
2

Emergency Vehicles

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.

Black Rabbit Books © 2023

Binding Type
Hardcover
Reading Level
2
Accelerated Reader
Quizzes Available

Exploring Our Oceans

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.

Jump! © 2023

Binding Type
Library
Reading Level
2
Accelerated Reader
Quizzes Available

Eye-mazing Illusions

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!

Bearport Publishing © 2022

Binding Type
Hardcover
Reading Level
3 - 3

Facing Life's Challenges

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.

Jump! © 2023

Binding Type
Library
Reading Level
2-3
Accelerated Reader
Quizzes Available

Favorite Toys

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!

Bellwether Media © 2022

Binding Type
Hardcover
Reading Level
2
Accelerated Reader
Quizzes Available

Foundations of Physics

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.

Jump! © 2022

Binding Type
Reinforced binding
Reading Level
2
Accelerated Reader
Quizzes Available

Geology Genius

Finding rocks. Collecting fossils. Identifying minerals. Kids can't get enough of geology and are always looking for more information. With its reader-friendly and interactive approach, each book in Geology Genius highlights a specific type of rock or geological substance, discusses its properties, and where on Earth it can be found. Beautiful, crisp, color photos and frequent diagrams and graphics complement the carefully levelled text, turning every reader into a geology genius.

Jump! © 2019

Binding Type
Library Bound
Reading Level
2
Accelerated Reader
3.0 (Quiz #197045)

Great Animal Comebacks

What pushed some of our favorite animals to the brink of near extinction? How did laws and conservation efforts help them make a comeback? And what is still being done to help aid the survival of our world's animals? Find out in these fact-filled books!

Jump! © 2019

Binding Type
Library Bound
Reading Level
2
Accelerated Reader
2.9 (Quiz #500711)

Grow with Me

Grow with Me explores the lives and growth of an assortment of creatures and plants. These books offer elementary but fascinating studies of the life stages that bugs, animals, and vegetation experience as they mature. Magnified photos, easy-to-follow text explaining life stages, and a life cycle recap all contribute to an educational experience focused on an up-close look at how the featured creature or plant changes and grows throughout its life span.

Creative Education © 2020

Binding Type
Library Bound
Reading Level
3
Accelerated Reader
3.7 (Quiz #507697)

How Does It Work?

How does an airplane stay in the air? What makes speedboats speedy? Learn about the mechanics behind your favorite vehicles with these exciting books. Readers can practice reading informational text while vibrant, color photographs draw them in. Each book includes infographics, an activity, and a glossary to reinforce new words.

Jump! © 2018

Binding Type
Library Bound
Reading Level
2
Accelerated Reader
2.6 (Quiz #195104)

Incredible Animal Life Cycles

Butterflies, chickens, ladybugs, and other animals go through incredible changes in their lives. With its reader-friendly and interactive approach, each book in Incredible Animal Life Cycles highlights a specific animal, discussing its life cycle, specific stages of the cycle, and terms related to the cycle. Readers will learn about the animal's habitat, appearance, diet, and behaviors, especially as these relate to the animal's life cycle. Beautiful, crisp, color photos and frequent diagramsand graphics complement the carefully levelled text and aid the reader's understanding of these incredible animal transformations.

Jump! © 2019

Binding Type
Library Bound
Reading Level
2
Accelerated Reader
2.7 (Quiz #197049)

Invasive Species

Invasive Species presents a high-interest STEM introduction to some of the world’s most notorious invasive species. Each book highlights the animal’s geographical origin, how, why, when, and where it has invaded new areas, and the environmental and economic impact of their invasion. Each book also details its life cycle, behaviors, appearance, and diet, especially as they relate to how they’ve impacted their new ecosystems.

Jump! © 2023

Binding Type
Library
Reading Level
2
Accelerated Reader
Quizzes Available

Let's Look at Body Systems!

Let’s Look at Body Systems! introduces early fluent readers to the body’s seven systems with fun and informative storylines. In each book, a fictional child character investigates a specific body system, learning how it helps him or her function each day. Bright, detailed illustrations show the body parts and system processes, matching the storylines and enhancing imagination, while tightly controlled text helps enhance reading skills.

Jump! © 2022

Binding Type
Reinforced Binding
Reading Level
2
Accelerated Reader
Quizzes Available

Meet the Dinosaurs!: When Reptiles Ruled

Meet the Dinosaurs!: When Reptiles Ruled introduces early fluent readers to some of the fiercest dinosaurs and prehistoric reptiles with a fun, fictional approach. Each book focuses on how a specific group of dinosaurs or reptiles lived, leaving readers to wonder what life would be like if dinosaurs roamed Earth today. Readers will learn about their appearances, behaviors, anatomy, and survival techniques through the perspective of each dinosaur or prehistoric reptile in its natural habitat.

Jump! © 2022

Binding Type
Reinforced Binding
Reading Level
2
Accelerated Reader
Quizzes Available

Mindful Me

Social and emotional learning (SEL) helps children manage emotions, establish positive habits in communication, create and achieve goals, and make good decisions. Each title in Mindful Me introduces readers to the concept of mindfulness and how it can be easily incorporated into their daily lives to help them grow emotionally 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 growth mindset. Includes sidebars, full-color photographs, a table of contents, glossary, index, and tips for educators and caregivers.

Jump! © 2020

Binding Type
Library Bound
Reading Level
2
Accelerated Reader
2.8

Mindful Mentality

Learn how to actively practice empathy, patience, perseverance, respect, tolerance, and good listening skills and apply them to everyday situations with Mindful Mentality. All six titles present engaging and motivating introductions to the importance of these positive character traits and illustrate how shaping these social and emotional learning (SEL) skills can build mindfulness and social awareness.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 a mindful mentality. Each title includes Side Bars, a table of contents, Glossary, Index, and tips for educators and caregivers.

Jump! © 2021

Binding Type
Library Bound
Reading Level
2

Minding Emotions

Social and emotional learning (SEL) helps children manage emotions, establish positive habits in communication, create and achieve goals, and make good decisions. Each book in Minding Emotions highlights a different emotion, how we experience and show it, how we can identify it in others, and how we can best respond to and understand these feelings. 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. Includes sidebars, full-color photographs, a table of contents, glossary, index, and tips for educators and caregivers.

Jump! © 2020

Binding Type
Library Bound
Reading Level
2
Accelerated Reader
2.5

My First Animal Library

Kids love animals, and what better way to introduce nonfiction for early readers than with spectacular nature photography and easy-to-read text? Labelled photographs point out body parts and nonfiction stories tell about these animals' life in the wild. Picture glossary reinforces new vocabulary.

Jump! © 2020

Binding Type
Library Bound
Reading Level
K-3
Accelerated Reader
Quizzes Available

My Government

How do the three branches of the federal government share power? What makes state governments different from the federal government? How does local government work? Each book in My Government describes a division of the government, helping readers better understand how it works. Bright, color photographs complement the carefully levelled text to make reading for understanding easy and fun.

Jump! © 2019

Binding Type
Library Bound
Reading Level
2
Accelerated Reader
2.9 (Quiz #196973)

National Park Explorers

As summer vacation draws near, children (and adults) start dreaming of the next great adventure. Why not become National Park Explorers and discover the wonders contained in some of America's most popular national parks? Each book in this new series highlights key landscape features, wildlife, and activities unique to the park, noting when is a particularly good time of year to visit. Abundant photographs will captivate the eye and entice each armchair adventurer to hop in the car or catch a plane to experience the park in all its scenic glory.

Creative Education © 2019

Binding Type
Library Bound
Reading Level
1-2
Accelerated Reader
2.4 (Quiz #199590)

Nature Heals

Whether you enjoy being near water, hiking in the forest, or watching clouds roll by, nature is always available to you! Being in nature can help relieve stress and increase mindfulness. With its reader-friendly and interactive approach, Nature Heals introduces readers to a variety of outdoor activities to mindfully engage in, as well as how to best appreciate and enjoy nature to its fullest while developing social and emotional learning (SEL) skills. Readers will learn to recognize and reflect on how mindful awareness in nature can help them manage stress and increase focus in their lives. 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.

Jump! © 2021

Binding Type
Reinforced binding
Reading Level
2

NBA Champions

Placing young basketball enthusiasts courtside with fast-breaking action shots, NBA Champions spotlights star players, prominent coaches, and team triumphs and downfalls. Featuring rich graphics and charts packed with team statistics, player information, and more, this series rebounds through the celebrated winners of the NBA Finals.

Creative Education © 2019

Binding Type
Library Bound
Reading Level
K-2
Accelerated Reader
Quizzes Available

Plant Power

Venus fly traps snap shut on their prey. Aloe vera plants can be used to soothe sunburns. Plant Power explores the powers of meat-eating plants, healing plants, poisonous plants, prickly plants, pollinating plants, and photosynthesis. Beautiful, crisp, color photos, frequent diagrams and graphics, and an activity complement the carefully levelled text and aid the reader's understanding of these incredible plant powers.

Jump! © 2019

Binding Type
Library Bound
Reading Level
2
Accelerated Reader
2.9 (Quiz #196974)

Pollinator Pals

Pollinator Pals introduces early fluent readers to some of the best pollinators in the animal kingdom with a fun, fictional approach. Readers will learn about life cycles, behaviors, anatomy, and survival techniques through the perspective of pollinators as they visit flowers, plants, and gardens and pollinate. Bright, fun illustrations match the storylines to enhance imagination, and tightly controlled text helps children enhance reading skills while learning about the pollinators in their environments. Titles include tools for teachers and caregivers, a table of contents, and a glossary to reinforce new vocabulary. Additional features include an activity for supplementary education and a Let’s Review section to enhance learning on the topic.

Jump! © 2022

Binding Type
Reinforced binding
Reading Level
2
Accelerated Reader
Quizzes Available

Safe by Design

What equipment do elite athletes wear to stay safe? How do engineers make buildings safer from earthquakes? And what technology helps keep people safe in extreme heat? Find out in these fact-filled books!

Jump! © 2020

Binding Type
Library Bound
Reading Level
2

Speed Zone

Just how fast are the fastest vehicles on Earth and in outer space? How do their engines and body designs affect their speeds? Learn about the technology, mechanics, and physics behind the fastest vehicles on Earth in this exciting, high-interest STEM series. Readers can practice reading informational text while vibrant, full-color photographs draw them in. Each book includes sidebars, an infographic, an activity, an index, a table of contents, and a glossary.

Jump! © 2022

Binding Type
Reinforced binding
Reading Level
2

States of Mind

Readers experience a range of emotions and moods each day, and many are unsure why and how to respond to these feelings. Each book in States of Mind highlights a different mood, what can cause it, how we experience and show it, how we can identify it in others, how it affects our thinking and behaviors, and how we can best respond to and understand these moods and emotions. 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. Includes Side Bars, full-color photographs, a table of contents, Glossary, Index, and tips for educators and caregivers.

Jump! © 2021

Binding Type
Library Bound
Reading Level
2
Accelerated Reader
Quizzes Available

STEM in the Summer Olympics

How do gymnasts use physics to take home gold medals? What technology make Olympians' bicycles the best? Each book in STEM in the Summer Olympics highlights a different Olympic event and the STEM concepts that help Olympians succeed. Bright, full-color photographs complement the carefully levelled text to make reading for understanding easy and fun.

Jump! © 2020

Binding Type
Library Bound
Reading Level
2
Accelerated Reader
2.8 (Quiz #504250)

Super Science Feats

Who flew the first airplane? How did we get men on the moon? Why were cell phones invented? When did the Internet begin? Each book in Super Science Feats profiles a specific accomplishment in the history of engineering. Bright, color photographs complement the carefully levelled text to make reading for understanding easy and fun.

Jump! © 2019

Binding Type
Library Bound
Reading Level
2
Accelerated Reader
3.0 (Quiz #197138)

Super Science Feats: Medical Breakthroughs

Who discovered germ theory? Why do we need vaccines? When did people start using antibiotics? Each book in Super Science Feats: Medical Breakthroughs profiles a specific accomplishment in the history of medicine and how those advancements influence our world today, covering relevant topics such as COVID-19. Bright, full-Color photographs complement the carefully levelled text to make reading easy and fun. Each title includes an infographic, a glossary, and an index to aid comprehension.

Jump! © 2021

Binding Type
Reinforced binding
Reading Level
2
Accelerated Reader
Quizzes Available

The American Journey

Why do immigrants come to the United States? How do they assimilate and maintain their culture? The American Journey answers these questions and more, while introducing readers to the history of the country of origin, steps to becoming a U.S. citizen, and obstacles immigrants overcome. Bright, Color photographs complement the carefully levelled text to make reading for understanding easy and fun.

Jump! © 2020

Binding Type
Library Bound
Reading Level
2
Accelerated Reader
2.9 (Quiz #504394)

The Art of Mindfulness:

Whether you enjoy writing, performing, dancing, or cooking, making art can be healing and rewarding. Creating art can help relieve stress and increase mindfulness. With its reader-friendly and interactive approach, The Art of Mindfulness introduces readers to a variety of artistic activities to mindfully engage in, while emphasizing social and emotional learning (SEL).

Jump! © 2022

Binding Type
Reinforced Binding
Reading Level
2 -3
Accelerated Reader
Quizzes Available

The Sky's the Limit

The Sky's the Limit helps readers create constructive attitudes, build confidence, and foster positive peer networks. Each title empowers the reader, detailing specific practices and mindfulness activities they can participate in daily to help achieve their goals, while reinforcing the concepts of social and emotional learning (SEL). 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.

Jump! © 2020

Binding Type
Library Bound
Reading Level
2
Accelerated Reader
2.5

The World of Ocean Animals

The World of Ocean Animals presents a high-interest STEM introduction to our oceans' mammals, detailing which oceans each species inhabits and its appearance, diet, life cycle, and behaviors. Vivid and engaging full-color photographs complement thetext and show how these animals live and survive in the ocean. Two Take a Look! infographics in each title highlight and label each mammal’s range and habitat as well as its anatomy. Each title also includes sidebars, a glossary, a table of contents, an index, and a STEM activity.

Jump! © 2022

Binding Type
Reinforced binding
Reading Level
2
Accelerated Reader
Quizzes Available

Then and Now

What cultural movements affected changes in style and dress? What technological developments affected change in communication? Each book in Then and Now highlights a specific human need or want and how it has developed through time, helping readers compare life in the past to life today. Bright, full-color photographs complement the carefully leveled text to make reading for understanding easy and fun. Each title includes a table of contents, sidebars, infographic, glossary, index, and reading tips for teachers and parents.

Jump! © 2019

Binding Type
Library Bound
Reading Level
2
Accelerated Reader
2.8 (Quiz #501172)

Turning Points in U.S. History

What caused the Great Depression, and what did we learn from it? What was the lasting impact of the women's suffrage movement? Each title in Turning Points in U.S. History highlights a defining event or era in America's history, its key players, causes, and events, and its lasting effects on our nation. Historical photographs complement the text, while modern images reinforce the lasting impacts we see today. Compelling What Do You Think? sidebars encourage deeper inquiry, and a timeline in each book highlights key events and dates. Also includes a table of contents, infographic, glossary, index, and reading tips for teachers and parents.

Jump! © 2020

Binding Type
Library Bound
Reading Level
2
Accelerated Reader
2.8 (Quiz #507404)

U.S. Armed Forces

What does the U.S. Coast Guard do? How does the U.S. Marine Corps work with other military branches? U.S. Armed Forces answers these questions and more, while introducing readers to the military branches, their training, missions, and careers. Each title reviewed by a member of the branch to ensure accuracy of text and images. Bright, full-color photographs complement the carefully leveled text to make reading for understanding easy and fun. Compelling What Do You Think? Side Bars encourage deeper inquiry. A Quick Facts & Tools feature in each book includes a timeline of the branch?s history, along with facts and statistics about the branch. Also includes a table of contents, infographic, Glossary, Index, and reading tips for teachers and parents.

Jump! © 2021

Binding Type
Library Bound
Reading Level
2
Accelerated Reader
Quizzes Available

U.S. National Parks

What formed Yellowstone National Park's unique landscape? What is the best way to explore Grand Canyon National Park? Each book in U.S. National Parks highlights a specific national park and introduces readers to the many special features it offers visitors. Bright, full-Color photographs complement the carefully levelled text for fun, easy reading. An At a Glance feature in each book presents a map of the park along with stats and facts. Each title also includes a table of contents, sidebars,infographic, glossary, index, and reading tips for teachers and parents.

Jump! © 2020

Binding Type
Library Bound
Reading Level
2
Accelerated Reader
2.8 (Quiz #504423)

Underground Animal Life

Dig deep into the fox’s den, the groundhog’s burrow, and more to learn all about creatures that have adapted to life below the soil. Bright photos and carefully levelled text take the curricular concept of habitats and turns it into an adventure exploring with these fascinating animals. A featured Science Lab activity puts the readers to the test to use what they’ve learned and flexes their skills of observation to study the animals further. Get the hole truth about animals that live underground!

Bearport Publishing © 2023

Binding Type
Reinforced Library
Reading Level
2-3

Whole Wide World

How old is the Colosseum in Rome? How long is the Great Wall of China? Readers will find these answers and more as they learn about the location, history, architecture, and special uses of some of the world’s most iconic landmarks in Whole Wide World. Real life photographs take readers on a trip, while an At a Glance feature provides a map and quick facts on each landmark.

Jump! © 2022

Binding Type
Reinforced Binding
Reading Level
2
Accelerated Reader
Quizzes Available

Women Leading the Way

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.

Bellwether Media © 2021

Binding Type
Library Bound
Reading Level
1
Accelerated Reader
Quizzes Available

Working Together

Working Together helps readers prepare for and succeed in peer environments. Each title reinforces social and emotional learning (SEL) concepts while empowering readers, detailing how to identify strengths, resolve conflicts, advocate for oneself, share tasks, and make decisions as a team to help achieve goals. Readers will reflect on working well with others and build skill sets they can take with them and apply to everyday situations. 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.

Jump! © 2022

Binding Type
Reinforced binding
Reading Level
2-3

Yoga for Everyone

Yoga for Everyone illustrates fun, simple yoga poses readers can do anywhere as part of their everyday routines. Step by step instructions, illustrations, and helpful tips and techniques make each pose fun and easy to learn. Titles also present wellness, mindfulness, and helpful breathing practices to introduce young readers to the basics of the practice. 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.

Jump! © 2020

Binding Type
Library Bound
Reading Level
2
Accelerated Reader
3.0

You've Got a Friend

Each title in You've Got a Friend focuses on a specific emotion and how readers can identify that emotion in others through their actions, words, and body language. This series reinforces empathy and understanding, aiding readers with tips to be mindful so that they can in turn guide their friends and peers and help them channel their emotions. 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.

Jump! © 2020

Binding Type
Library Bound
Reading Level
2
Accelerated Reader
2.8

4th to 6th Grade Nonfiction

Biggest Names in Sports

Biggest Names in Sports introduces young readers to some of the brightest stars in sports today. These exciting narratives summarize each player's life and career to date, drawing attention to their accomplishments on the field and career highlights, while also including biographical information such as family life and charity work.

Focus Readers © 2020

Binding Type
Hardcover
Reading Level
3-5
Accelerated Reader
Quizzes Available

Black History in Canada

Black Canadians have shaped Canadian history since it was first colonized. Black History in Canada explores the struggles many early black settlers faced and how black Canadians have fought throughout history for equal treatment. Readers will learn about the important contributions black Canadians have made from their initial arrival in colonial times through the present day.

Beech Street Books © 2020

Binding Type
Library
Reading Level
4-6

Creative Sports: A History of

Readers witness the buzzer-beating action of their favorite NBA teams in these photo-driven narratives. Thrilling text and photos capture on-court basketball action through the years, highlighting superstars, championships, and legendary moments that middle grade fans will want to remember. Side bars focus on unforgettable moments or players in each team’s history.

The Creative Company © 2023

Binding Type
Hardcover
Reading Level
4

Creative Sports: Super Bowl Champions

Score a touchdown with young football fans in this updated set of CreativeSports for ""rookie"" readers of an early-elementary audience. Each volume introduces the history of the club, where it plays home games, star players and coaches, and memorable championships. Vibrant, Color-blocked layouts spotlight players of different eras and an ""About the Team"" section recapsimportant facts.

The Creative Company © 2023

Binding Type
Hardcover
Reading Level
3
Accelerated Reader
Quizzes Available

Creative Sports: Veterans

The Curse of the Bambino. The Splendid Splinter. The Big Unit. The Miracle Mets. Throughout the history of Major League Baseball, legends loom large. Hit a home run with young fans and students of the game with this revitalized MLB set of Creative Sports for ôveteranö readers of an older-elementary audience. No matter which team they root for, each volume narrates the history of the club, underscoring significant players, team accomplishments, and noteworthy seasons or games. Colorful, photo-laden layouts drive home the action, while ôExtra Inningsö sidebars capture important moments in time.

Creative Education © 2021

Binding Type
Library Bound
Reading Level
3

Disasters for All Time

Some tragedies are so profound that they resonate through time, remaining familiar long after they occur. But what caused these events? Were they inevitable, or could they have been prevented? Have steps been taken to ensure they never happen again? Chronicling some of history's greatest tragedies with appropriate solemnity, Disasters for All Time answers these questions as it unravels the events leading up to and following each disaster. Bolstered by quotes from survivors and eyewitness descriptions, these comprehensive accounts also address the global response to each devastating event, as well as its lasting impact on policies and regulations.

Creative Education © 2019

Binding Type
Library Bound
Reading Level
4-6
Accelerated Reader
5.4 (Quiz #199015)

Down in the Ocean

This series invites explorers age 10 and up to dive into the mysterious depths of the ocean, cruise along coral reefs, trek across the beach in search of tide pools, and more as they travel through six diverse marine habitats. With reader-friendly text and a fun, inviting design, each title examines the given area's common features along with its unique plant and animal inhabitants.

Creative Education © 2019

Binding Type
Library Bound
Reading Level
4-6
Accelerated Reader
4.9

Enduring Mysteries

Some of history's Enduring Mysteries involve tales so incredible that they blur the lines between fact and fiction. As much evidence as can be examined about the curious phenomena associated with five legendary sites and creatures is explored in this series, with notable examples of popular culture references and famous seekers and hoaxes. The truth is out there-for someone to find.

Creative Education © 2019

Binding Type
Library Bound
Reading Level
5-7

Explorers of Canada

Follow in the footsteps of some of Canada's greatest explorers in this high-interest series. Each title chronicles the timeline of an explorer, explains the motivation behind their journey, and examines their relationship with Indigenous Peoples. A combination of modern and historic maps and colorful images highlight the places visited and discovered by these adventurers.

Beech Street Books © 2020

Binding Type
Library
Reading Level
4-6

Inventions that Changed the World

Cameras flash as a shiny red car zooms down the road. Airplane passengers close their laptops as they prepare for takeoff. These scenes may be commonplace today, but they are centuries in the making! From airplanes to automobiles, cameras to light bulbs, this series explores the history and impact of the world's most iconic inventions.

Bellwether Media © 2019

Binding Type
Library Bound
Reading Level
4
Accelerated Reader
4.6 (Quiz #500633)

Living Wild

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.

Creative Education © 2019

Binding Type
Library Bound
Reading Level
6-7

Mission: Mars

Every day, NASA learns a little bit more about our nearest neighbour, Mars. No planet besides Earth has been explored more! Students will look at Mars's geology and what may lie beneath the planet's rocky surface And discover the lessons learned from past launches to the planet and the technological advances made since then. Readers will learn what stands between us and Mars, and what the journey there would be like. What would humans need for a successful voyage? What dangers might await brave explorers? Mission: Mars makes the leap from the first flyby in 1965 to the not-so-distant future of humans exploring the Red Planet.

Cherry Lake Publishing © 2022

Binding Type
Hardcover
Reading Level
5

NFL Today

Professional football is the number-one spectator sport in America, and NFL Today will captivate fans of all ages. This best-selling series has been fully revised and updated to encapsulate the origins, stars, and unforgettable moments of all 32 NFL teams, emphasizing the total arc of each team's history. Particular attention is paid to pivotal moments, stories of scandal and triumph, and people of renown within the organization. Action and archival photos, plus stats-driven infographics, make for an irresistible visual introduction.

Creative Education © 2020

Binding Type
Library Bound
Reading Level
4
Accelerated Reader
Quizzes Available

Racial Justice in America

Race in America has been avoided in children's education for too long. The Racial Justice in America series explores the topic in a comprehensive, honest, and age-appropriate way. Developed in conjunction with educator, advocate, and author Kelisa Wing to reach children of all races and encourage them to approach race issues with open eyes and minds. Books include 21st Century Skills and content, as well as a PBL activity across books. Also includes a table of contents, glossary, index, author biography, sidebars, educational matter, and activities.

Cherry Lake Publishing © 2021

Binding Type
Reinforced Binding
Reading Level
5

Soccer Champions

Few sports offer matches as dramatic-and histories as rich-as soccer. From gutsy underdogs and dazzling triumphs to bitter rivalries and crushing losses, this series invites fans to witness the world events, last-minute goals, and diving saves that shaped some of the planet's greatest football clubs. Recaps of memorable matches offer action-packed background, while biographical profiles introduce the legendary playmakers and coaches who earned legions of fans around the globe and showed what ittakes to be true Soccer Champions.

Creative Education © 2019

Binding Type
Library Bound
Reading Level
4-5
Accelerated Reader
6.5 (Quiz #199009)

Spotlight on Nature

Books about animals have nearly universal appeal-especially when the spotlight is placed on the wild families that make up the natural world. Spotlight on Nature is tailored for readers wanting to know more about their favorite creatures than a simple picture book or encyclopaedia article can tell them, and the narrative feature interspersed throughout the informational text will attract fans of classic nature shows. Each title also underscores the importance of conservation, pointing out where people can see the animal in both captivity and the wild.

Creative Education © 2020

Binding Type
Library Bound
Reading Level
4
Accelerated Reader
5.8 (Quiz #503470)

Superhero Science

Have you ever dreamed of achieving unbelievable superhuman feats? Through approachable, leveled text, this series explores the world of superheroes and whether superhuman powers can become a reality. Readers will explore fascinating features including superhero profiles, effects graphics, media sightings, and more.

Bellwether Media © 2021

Binding Type
Library Bound
Reading Level
4

Understanding Canadian Government

This dynamic series introduces young readers to the three levels of government in Canada and its impact on daily life. It also explores the rights and responsibilities of citizens. Colorful flowcharts and diagrams illustrate government processes, while sidebars examine contemporary issues and invite readers to think critically about modern Canadian politics.

Beech Street Books © 2020

Binding Type
Library
Reading Level
4-6

Understanding Disability

This series explores disability in a comprehensive, honest, and age-appropriate way. Engaging inquiry-based side bars encourage students to LOOK, THINK, MAKE A GUESS, ASK QUESTIONS, and CREATE. Books are authored by writers with disabilities and the series has been developed in partnership with Easterseals who is leading the way to full equity, inclusion, and access through life-changing disability and community services.

Cherry Lake Publishing © 2022

Binding Type
Reinforced Library
Reading Level
3

X-Books: Insects

X-Books are for kids who love facts-especially in bite-sized portions and about fascinating, true subjects. As plentiful images and graphical representations stimulate visual perception, readers will be drawn into learning how to use informational texts. Each title is framed by a signature Top 5 countdown feature that not only serves as an example of sequential order but also narrates a brief story within the main topic. Count down the world's most extreme insects, and launch a lifetime of reading without limits!

Creative Education © 2019

Binding Type
Library Bound
Reading Level
3-5
Accelerated Reader
4

X-Books: Marine Mammals

X-Books are for kids who love facts-especially in bite-sized portions and about fascinating, true subjects. As plentiful images and graphical representations stimulate visual perception, readers will be drawn into learning how to use informational texts. Each title is framed by a signature Top 5 countdown feature that not only serves as an example of sequential order but also narrates a brief story within the main topic: in X-Books: Marine Mammals, these side bars summarize the physical features and unique aspects of some of the most fascinating marine mammals in history. Count down the world's most extreme marine mammals, and launch a lifetime of reading without limits!

Creative Education © 2020

Binding Type
Library Bound
Reading Level
3-5

X-Books: Mythical Creatures

X-Books are for kids who love facts-especially in bite-sized portions and about fascinating, true subjects. As plentiful images and graphical representations stimulate visual perception, readers will be drawn into learning how to use informational texts. Each title is framed by a signature Top 5 countdown feature that not only serves as an example of sequential order but also narrates a brief story within the main topic: in X-Books: Mythical Creatures, these side bars summarize the physical features and unique aspects of some of the most fascinating mythical creatures in history. Count down the world's most extreme mythical creatures, and launch a lifetime of reading without limits!

Creative Education © 2020

Binding Type
Library Bound
Reading Level
3-5
Accelerated Reader
Quizzes Available

X-Books: Reptiles

X-Books are for kids who love facts-especially in bite-sized portions and about fascinating, true subjects. As plentiful images and graphical representations stimulate visual perception, readers will be drawn into learning how to use informational texts. Each title is framed by a signature Top 5 countdown feature that not only serves as an example of sequential order but also narrates a brief story within the main topic. Count down the world's most extreme reptiles, and launch a lifetime of reading without limits!

Creative Education © 2019

Binding Type
Library Bound
Reading Level
3-5
Accelerated Reader
3.5-4.0

X-Books: Special Forces

X-Books are for kids who love facts-especially in bite-sized portionsand about fascinating, true subjects. As plentiful images and graphicalrepresentations stimulate visual perception, readers will be drawn intolearning how to use informational texts. Each title is framed by a signatureTop 5 countdown feature that not only serves as an example of sequentialorder but also narrates a brief story within the main topic: in X-Books:Special Forces, these sidebars summarize the achievements of and notable figuresfrom some of the most fascinating special forces units in history. Countdown the world?s most extreme special forces, and launch a lifetime ofreading without limits!

Creative Education © 2021

Binding Type
Library Bound
Reading Level
3

7th to 8th Grade Nonfiction

American Eras: Defining Moment

In the American Eras: Defining Moments series, readers will turn back the clock to history's turning points. Each book will take a closer look at the major challenges and hurdles the United States faced in each period. Readers will review how these pivotal moments influenced the American culture from the fashion to the policies to the entertainment of that era.

Cherry Lake Publishing © 2021

Binding Type
Reinforced Binding
Reading Level
5

Career Finder

Career Finder explores different career options for students after high school. Readers will learn useful and practical information about each career path, including the skills and training needed to succeed in the field. The books also show how different industries are growing and examine which job opportunities may be available in the future.

ReferencePoint Press © 2020

Binding Type
Library
Reading Level
3-4

Get Involved

Get Involved explores the many ways people can volunteer in their communities. Readers will learn about a variety of opportunities, the skills required, and how to get started. Each book includes a graphic that presents key information visually, source notes, and resources to aid in further research.

ReferencePoint Press © 2022

Binding Type
Library
Reading Level
3-4

Indigenous Life in Canada: Past, Present and Future

Indigenous peoples have played an influential role in Canadian history and continue to do so today. From the past and into the future, Indigenous Life in Canada reveals the challenges Indigenous peoples face, celebrates their diverse cultures, and highlights the contributions they make in Canada.

Beech Street Books © 2020

Binding Type
Library
Reading Level
5-6

Media Literacy

Media Literacy explores how people get their news and whether they can trust it. Readers will learn key media literacy skills to help them become insightful consumers of news media. Each book includes a graphic that presents key information visually, source notes, and resources to aid in further research.

ReferencePoint Press © 2022

Binding Type
Library
Reading Level
3-4

NFL's Greatest

NFL’s Greatest looks at the some of the best football players to ever play the game. Readers will learn about stars from every era of the NFL, from the league’s beginnings to the modern day. Each book includes key statistics, resources to aid in further research, and source notes.

ReferencePoint Press © 2021

Binding Type
Library Bound
Reading Level
3-4

Peoples of North America

For centuries, the Peoples of North America hunted, farmed, and fought throughout the continent's diverse landscape of dense woodlands, gleaming lakes, rugged canyons, and rolling plains. This series examines the cultures and lifestyles of these peoples as leaders, warriors, and families throughout history, as well as the immediate and long-term effects of European contact and conflict. Presented with objective coverage and eyewitness accounts, each title also includes a traditional legend and a focus on the present-day efforts of these peoples to retain their culture in a changing word.

Creative Education © 2019

Binding Type
Library Bound
Reading Level
4-6
Accelerated Reader
6.7

Sports in the News

This thought-provoking series tackles some of the biggest debates in sports, providing an in-depth look at the stories behind the headlines.

Focus Readers © 2021

Binding Type
Hardcover
Reading Level
5 - 6

Turning Points

There are certain moments in history that are so significant that they become Turning Points, moments that put a bookmark in time and cause the events that follow to be measured by a different standard. From assassinations to terrorist attacks, from political revolutions to economic crashes, such times are often fraught with conflict and tension. This series puts each event in its historical context and follows the trajectory of its immediate aftermath and continuing global effects today. A timeline of important events adds further historical context, while ôPointing Outö side bars present related topics and perspectives.

Creative Education © 2017

Binding Type
Library Bound
Reading Level
4-6
Accelerated Reader
7.1 (Quiz #186202)

U.S. Special Forces

Even the most rigorous training would not prepare young readers for the sheer amount of intel they will uncover about six of the most secretive U.S. Special Forces. Each title covers the chronology of the special ops force and supplements the main narrative with Force Fact side bars about such topics as weaponry, facilities, and popular culture references. From historical missions and controversial calls to details about equipment and selection processes, this series aims to inform!

Creative Education © 2019

Binding Type
Library Bound
Reading Level
5-7

Young Adult Nonfiction

Addicted

The trap of addiction ensnares millions. This series explores the struggles of those who have succumbed to addiction whether to opioids or social media or something else. It examines what it means to be addicted, how it occurs, the real-world effects, and the challenges of overcoming addiction. Personal accounts along with facts and quotes from authoritative sources are featured in every book as is an annotated list of organizations and websites where readers can get help and more information.

ReferencePoint Press © 2020

Binding Type
Library
Reading Level
6-12

Debating History

With the passage of time, the controversies that shaped historic events sometimes fade. The Debating History series focuses on those controversies as a way to gain a fuller understanding of history. Chapters are organized in pro/con format, in which a single author synthesizes arguments for and against a particular issue. Some of these essays are written from the point of view of someone who lived during the period; others are examined from a more current perspective. In all cases, important ideas are supported by relevant facts, quotes, and examples. Focus questions at the beginning of each essay provide added critical thinking exercises for students.

ReferencePoint Press © 2019

Binding Type
Library Bound
Reading Level
5-12
Accelerated Reader
6.6

Diseases and Disorders of Youth

Diabetes, autism, and asthma are just a few of the common illnesses or conditions that afflict young people. In the Diseases and Disorders of Youth series, students will learn more about these conditions including what they are, what causes them, whether they can be treated or cured, and what it is like to live with them. Personal accounts and quotes from health experts help round out the discussion.

ReferencePoint Press © 2019

Binding Type
Library Bound
Reading Level
5-12
Accelerated Reader
5.1

Environmental Impact

Through the use of concrete, real-world examples and stories, this series explores various environmental concerns and the consequences of each. Books look at what is taking place; where, how, and why; the effect(s) now; the likely future effects; and what’s being done or proposed to address these issues. All books include an appendix list titled Make a Difference. These lists offer realistic suggestions to teen readers who want to act.

ReferencePoint Press © 2021

Binding Type
Library Bound
Reading Level
6-12

Issues Today

This series examines hot-button issues that are roiling public and political discourse. Some of the books in this series are US-focused. Others have more of a global perspective. In all cases, the books convey a sense of immediacy and relevance to today’s world. Fully-documented quotes and real-world accounts enliven the narrative. Pro-con sidebars illustrate opposing perspectives.

ReferencePoint Press © 2021

Binding Type
Library Bound
Reading Level
6-12

Living with Disorders and Disabilities

Living with Disorders and Disabilities introduces students to several mental health issues that are common in today's world. Readers will explore the underlying causes of these disorders and disabilities, the symptoms that result, and the methods doctors use to diagnose them. The books also present the latest research in effective ways to manage and treat these issues. Each volume includes diagrams to enhance readers' understanding of complex concepts, source notes, and an annotated bibliography to facilitate deeper research.

ReferencePoint Press © 2019

Binding Type
Library Bound
Reading Level
5-12
Accelerated Reader
6.6

Teen Life Skills

A lot of teens have no idea how to dress for a job interview or how to arrange for utilities in a newly rented apt or how to avoid running up a huge credit card bill. The Teen Life Skills series provides teens with a solid and practical introduction to, well, real life. Real-world examples, relevant facts, and fully documented quotes from teens and experts bring concepts to life for a down-to-earth look at topics including managing money, living on your own, and getting a job.

ReferencePoint Press © 2020

Binding Type
Library
Reading Level
6-12

Understanding Infectious Diseases

Today more than ever it is essential for young people to understand the science and psychology behind infectious diseases. Books in this series explore this topic from different angles including the science of vaccines, how preventive measures protect public health, and how medical professionals track the causes and spread of infectious diseases.

ReferencePoint Press © 2022

Binding Type
Library
Reading Level
6-12

Women and Society

Women and Society explores important issues surrounding women today, including sexism, harassment, and objectification. Readers will learn about feminism and efforts toward gender equality. Each volume includes diagrams to enhance readers' understanding of complex concepts, source notes, and an annotated bibliography to facilitate deeper research.

ReferencePoint Press © 2019

Binding Type
Library Bound
Reading Level
6-12
Accelerated Reader
Quizzes Available

Odysseys in Crime Scene Science

Our understanding of the abilities and methodologies of crime scene science is often muddled by fictional depictions. From processing crime scenes to creating psychological profiles, Odysseys in Crime Scene Science invites advanced readers along on a journey to experience the behind-the-scenes work of crime scene investigators. With photos complementing documentary texts, this series unravels the true capabilities and limitations of crime scene sciences by using real-life examples. Investigative side panels and colored glossary terms assist in making the text accessible to a wide range of learners and further enhance each sophisticated design.

Creative Education © 2018

Binding Type
Library Bound
Reading Level
6-7

Odysseys in Extreme Sports

Odysseys in Extreme Sports invites advanced readers, whether athletes or spectators, along on a journey to experience six popular, adrenaline-pumping activities like never before. Showcasing techniques and gear while introducing groundbreaking innovators and legendary competitors, this series emphasizes the origins, development, and growth of each sport. Peppered with historical and color shots, these titles also feature side panels that provide further insight and familiarize readers with the various forms of the activity. Colored glossary terms assist in making the text accessible to a wide range of fans.

Creative Education © 2019

Binding Type
Library Bound
Reading Level
9
Accelerated Reader
7

Odysseys in Government

As long as people have lived in community they have had systems of government. With historical and color photographs complementing documentary texts, Odysseys in Government invites advanced readers along on a journey to experience four of the most well-known formal governing systems like never before. Comparing and contrasting features of one style against another's, these titles feature a sophisticated design that serves as a fitting backdrop to historical images. Investigative side panels, colored glossary terms, and a timeline assist in making the text accessible to a wide range of learners.

Creative Education © 2017

Binding Type
Library Bound
Reading Level
6-7

Odysseys in Peace

In a world strained by conflict, we look to the past for models of peace. With historical and full-color photographs complementing documentary texts, Odysseys in Peace invites advanced readers along on a journey to experience the lives of important peace-seekers like never before.

Creative Education © 2020

Binding Type
Library Bound
Reading Level
6-7
Accelerated Reader
Quizzes Available

Odysseys in Prose

Writing quality creative prose that others want to read is both a gift and an art. But it is not necessarily innate, it is a skill that can be learned. Odysseys in Prose invites advanced readers along on a journey to experience the process of prose writing like never before. These titles feature a sophisticated design that is still friendly to the presentation of significant excerpts from famous works and renowned authors. "Think Like a Writer" side panels, callout features, and colored glossary terms assist in making the text accessible to a wide range of learners.

Creative Education © 2017

Binding Type
Library Bound
Reading Level
6-7

Odysseys in Technology

In a world permeated by technology, we sometimes struggle to keep pace with an ever-changing landscape. With historical and color photographs complementing documentary texts, Odysseys in Technology invites advanced readers along on a journey to experience the development of key technological innovations like never before. These titles feature a sophisticated design peppered with arresting photographs that illustrate important scientific principles, contributions of notable individuals and companies, common applications of the technology, and influential figures poised to lead the field into the future. Side panels, colored callouts, and primary-source quotations assist in making the text accessible to a wide range of learners.

Creative Education © 2020

Binding Type
Library Bound
Reading Level
6-7

Picture Books and Children's Fiction

Chapter Books

Sleeping Bear Press © 2017

Binding Type
Hardcover
Reading Level
1-3
Accelerated Reader
Quizzes Available

Jett Ryder

Jett Ryder is the biggest name in freestyle motocross stunts. Not only can he pull off the biggest air and most death-defying tricks, but his stunts are in extreme places: Niagara Falls, the Space Needle, Mount Etna-even over the wreck of the Titanic. Plus, he’s only 12 years old.

Jolly Fish Press © 2022

Binding Type
Hardcover
Reading Level
3 - 4

Picture Books

Creative Editions © 2017

Binding Type
Library Bound
Reading Level
3-5
Accelerated Reader
Quizzes Available

Tales of Young Americans

Based on actual events, young readers get a front-row seat to historical events in the Tales of Young Americans series.

Sleeping Bear Press © 2019

Binding Type
Hardcover
Reading Level
2
Accelerated Reader
Quizzes Available

The Histronauts

Crack open a What Happened? book to investigate a preposterous mystery from four different perspectives. See what the witnesses get right . . . and what they get hilariously wrong. Bet you'll never guess what really happened!

Jolly Fish Press © 2023

Binding Type
Hardcover
Reading Level
3 - 6

Zoo Crew

Katy Nichols (9) and Micah Draper (7) are Junior Volunteers at Mountain Bluff Zoo. There’s always something new going on at the zoo, and the friends never know where they’ll be asked to lend a hand!

Jolly Fish Press © 2022

Binding Type
Hardcover
Reading Level
1 - 3

Graphic Novels

Alien Invasion: Sports Edition

A spaceship full of alien athletes who crash-landed on Earth offer advice to their new human friends. Whether it's confidence building, dealing with a bully, or just figuring out how to be a good teammate, Alien Invasion: Sports Edition will give readers the clues they need to deal with whatever comes their way.

Cherry Lake Publishing © 2021

Binding Type
Reinforced Binding
Reading Level
4

Fossils Uncovered!

In this graphic narrative nonfiction series, readers follow paleontologists and fossil hunters as they discover ancient dinosaurs and other fossils. Each book explores dinosaur fossil sites around the world. Perfect for reluctant readers, budding scientists, and dinosaur enthusiasts. Backmatter information includes more about other prehistoric animals and the job of paleontologists.

Bearport Publishing © 2022

Binding Type
Hardcover
Reading Level
3

The Limits of Survival

Follow the thrilling true stories of people who faced isolation in extreme environments and lived to tell the tale. Bold graphic nonfiction brings life to the dramatic narrative while a feature on how to survive in each location takes the reader to the limits right alongside these incredible survivors. From the rain forest to the Antarctic, would you make it out alive?

Bearport Publishing © 2023

Binding Type
Reinforced Library
Reading Level
3

Young Adult Fiction

Orca Currents

Orca Book Publishers © 2008

Binding Type
Library Bound
Reading Level
5-9
Accelerated Reader
Quizzes Available

Orca Soundings

Orca Book Publishers © 2011

Binding Type
Library Bound
Reading Level
3-5
Accelerated Reader
3.5 (Quiz #143366)

Spanish Language

Ahora es rápido!

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 worlds 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 crafts construction.

Creative Education © 2019

Binding Type
Library Bound
Reading Level
1-3
Accelerated Reader
2.8

Animales africanos

Take a safari and read about popular animals native to Africa. The search-and-find feature highlights interesting characteristics of these animals while guiding early readers to learn about adaptations and habitats of these animals.

Amicus © 2020

Binding Type
Library Bound
Reading Level
K
Accelerated Reader
1.1 (Quiz #503021)

Animales bebés de los safaris

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.

Jump! © 2019

Binding Type
Library Bound
Reading Level
PK-1

Animales en tu jardín

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.

Jump! © 2020

Binding Type
Reinforced Library
Reading Level
PK

Animales norteamericanos

Giddy up! Horses come in all kinds of breeds and working types, from quarter horses to paint horses to Appaloosas. In these Spanish translations, readers will learn about ranch working horses, therapy horses, and more about these friendly creatures while gaining nonfiction reading practice. Includes a visual breed identification guide.

Amicus © 2019

Binding Type
Library Bound
Reading Level
1
Accelerated Reader
2.9 (Quiz #196608)

Autos de carreras

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 leveled 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.

Jump! © 2023

Binding Type
Library
Reading Level
K
Accelerated Reader
Quizzes Available

Carreras asombrosas y asqueros

Hazmat diver. Sewer sludge remover. These water and sewer jobs are gross, but someone has to do them! Let readers explore these and other awesome, disgusting jobs that keep their world running smoothly through witty, conversational North American Spanish text, a stunning design, fun facts that add additional context, and critical thinking questions that encourage readers to take key concepts one step more. A table of contents, glossary with pronunciations, further resources, and an index all enhance comprehension in a beginning reader format.

Black Rabbit Books © 2023

Binding Type
Hardcover
Reading Level
2
Accelerated Reader
Quizzes Available

Ciclos de vida

Life Cycles introduces beginning readers to the incredible life cycles of a diverse set of animals. Learn about the unique life stages of butterflies, dolphins, frogs, and more in this engaging series! A photo diagram of each animal’s life cycle supplements the content, while a picture glossary reinforces new vocabulary. Vibrant, full-color photographs and photo labels complement the carefully leveled 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.

Jump! © 2023

Binding Type
Library
Reading Level
K
Accelerated Reader
Quizzes Available

Coches épicos

Epic and exotic cars do more than roar down drag strips and speed through curves. They capture the imagination and interest of children everywhere and encourage them to race into reading. Through dynamic, action-packed imagery, labeled photos and other graphics, and engaging text, this series puts readers behind the wheel as it explorers the cars' designs, technology, and evolution, leaving them racing for more.

Black Rabbit Books © 2020

Binding Type
Library Bound
Reading Level
2-3
Accelerated Reader
3.5 (Quiz #503418)

Construyendo el carácter

Tell the truth. Say please and thank you. Do your chores. These are just a few ways to show and build good character. In these inspiring and engaging titles, young readers will learn more about positive character traits and how to implement them in their daily lives. Carefully leveled text and vibrant, full-color photos support beginning readers and make reading informational text easy and fun. Includes an activity, picture glossary, and index.

Jump! © 2018

Binding Type
Library Bound
Reading Level
K
Accelerated Reader
Quizzes Available

Creative Sports: Campeones del

Some of professional sports’ most famous heroes wear football spikes and helmets. This series puts readers ages six and up into the action, acquainting them with the story and larger-than-life stars of every National Football League team ever to win the game’s biggest prize—the Super Bowl trophy. Each title presents action-driven photos and close-ups, a concise history of the team from its origin to today, brief profiles of NFL stars, and a “Facts File” of the team.

Creative Education © 2023

Binding Type
Hardcover
Reading Level
3

Criaturas rastreras

They're creepy, they're crawly, and this series brings readers up close and personal with them. Through infographics, gross fun facts, and carefully levelled text, readers will learn about the lives of these creatures and the important roles they play in nature.

Black Rabbit Books © 2020

Binding Type
Library Bound
Reading Level
2-3
Accelerated Reader
Quizzes Available

Curiosidad por los vehículos

How is a top fuel dragster like a rocket? How do you soup up a hot rod? Build on kids' natural curiosity about the highinterest topic of vehicles with a fun questionandanswer format that reinforces inquiry skills. A Stay Curious! Learn More feature models research skills while simple infographics support visual literacy.

Amicus © 2023

Binding Type
Hardcover
Reading Level
2

De dónde viene?

What happens to wax before it becomes a crayon? Where 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 leveled text to make reading for understanding easy and fun. Includes reading tips for teachers and parents, a table of contents, and an index.

Jump! © 2022

Binding Type
Reinforced binding
Reading Level
K
Accelerated Reader
Quizzes Available

Deportes olímpicos de verano

Once every four years, the best athletes gather at the Summer Olympic Games in tests of speed, strength, and teamwork. Learn about the most popular events and how they captivate audiences around the world.

Amicus © 2020

Binding Type
Library Bound
Reading Level
3
Accelerated Reader
Quizzes Available

Diversión con colores

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.

Jump! © 2020

Binding Type
Library Bound
Reading Level
PK-Adult

El principio de los

Starting Out narrates the tale of growing up in the wild. This 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.

Creative Education © 2020

Binding Type
Library Bound
Reading Level
PK-1
Accelerated Reader
1.4 (Quiz #507725)

Estaciones

This Spanish version of the search-and-find book invites early readers to look for new vocabulary words and pictures while giving simple facts about weather in each season.

Amicus © 2019

Binding Type
Library Bound
Reading Level
K
Accelerated Reader
.8-1.0

Festividades!

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 they are celebrated. Universal symbols of each holiday are introduced and labeled, helping new readers learn to read 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 proposes a photo and question to help readers review and expand learning on the topic.

Jump! © 2022

Binding Type
Reinforced binding
Reading Level
PK-K

Increíbles vehículos de rescat

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 crew, this new series explores the continued use of six Amazing Rescue Vehicles. Detailed photos and STEM-appropriate text examine the featured machine's parts, functions, variations, and worksites. Each book also includes a labeled pictorial diagram of the vehicle.

Creative Education © 2019

Binding Type
Library Bound
Reading Level
1-3
Accelerated Reader
3.1

Informe del tiempo

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.

Jump (Spanish) © 2019

Binding Type
Library Bound
Reading Level
PK

Insectos en tu jardín

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.

Jump! © 2019

Binding Type
Library Bound
Reading Level

Las emociones

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.

Jump (Spanish) © 2019

Binding Type
Library Bound
Reading Level
PK

Las partes de los animales

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.

Jump! © 2020

Binding Type
Library Bound
Reading Level
PK-Adult

Las primeras rutinas

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. Each title includes tools for teachers and caregivers and introductory nonfiction features, such as labels, a table of contents, comprehensive review features, and an index.

Jump! © 2023

Binding Type
Library
Reading Level
PK
Accelerated Reader
Quizzes Available

Los bebés del bosque

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.

Jump (Spanish) © 2019

Binding Type
Library Bound
Reading Level
PK

Los bebés polares

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.

Jump! © 2020

Binding Type
Library Bound
Reading Level
PK-Adult

Los dinosaurios

Dinosaurs and flying reptiles lived millions of years ago. But they are still amazing to us today. Through infographics, powerful images, and a nonfiction beginning reader format, early/fluent readers will dig up the details about the features, food, and behaviors of animals that lived so long ago.

Black Rabbit Books © 2020

Binding Type
Hardcover
Reading Level
1-2

Los grandes felinos

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.

Jump! © 2021

Binding Type
Reinforced binding
Reading Level
K
Accelerated Reader
Quizzes Available

Los trabajos de los perros

Dogs on Duty introduces beginning readers to different kinds of working dogs, including herding dogs, military dogs, search and rescue dogs, and even service dogs. Learn about the duties and responsibilities of these dogs as well as the special skills they are trained to do with this fun series! Supplementary text and matching photos in the back matter reinforce the specific kinds of duties these dogs perform, while a picture glossary reinforces new vocabulary. Vibrant, 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.

Jump! © 2022

Binding Type
Reinforced Binding
Reading Level
K
Accelerated Reader
Quizzes Available

Máquinas poderosas

Watch out! Here come the Mighty Machines. From bulldozers to dump trucks, this series will delight young readers as they learn about the parts of these machines, as well as the jobs they do. A search-and-find feature is sure to grab the attention of any child as they learn new vocabulary and study engaging pictures, making these books as fun as they are educational.

Amicus © 2019

Binding Type
Library Bound
Reading Level
K
Accelerated Reader
2.0 (Quiz #196255)

Mi vida con...

Who better to talk about experiences with disabilities and disorders than the kids who have them? These narrative nonfiction picture books feature real kids and their lives. Beautiful illustrations and a dyslexic-friendly font foster inclusivity. Includes tips for kids about interacting with someone with a disability or disorder.

Amicus © 2023

Binding Type
Hardcover
Reading Level
2

Míralos crecer

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.

Jump! Spanish © 2019

Binding Type
Library Bound
Reading Level
K
Accelerated Reader
Quizzes Available

Patrones en la naturaleza

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.

Jump! © 2021

Binding Type
Reinforced binding
Reading Level
PK

Practiquemos deportes!

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. 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.

Jump! © 2022

Binding Type
Reinforced Binding
Reading Level
PK
Accelerated Reader
Quizzes Available

Razas de caballos favoritos

Giddy up! Horses come in all kinds of breeds and working types, from quarter horses to paint horses to Appaloosas. In these Spanish translations, readers will learn about ranch working horses, therapy horses, and more about these friendly creatures while gaining nonfiction reading practice. Includes a visual breed identification guide.

Amicus © 2019

Binding Type
Library Bound
Reading Level
1
Accelerated Reader
2.1 (Quiz #196612)

Razas de perros favoritas

From Great Danes to Yorkshire Terriers, dogs come in all sorts of shapes, sizes and personalities. Whether your students are dog lovers or trying to pick out a new pet, these six new titles provide good nonfiction reading practice for those in the lower grades.

Amicus © 2020

Binding Type
Library Bound
Reading Level
2
Accelerated Reader
2.5 (Quiz #503022)

Serpientes escurridizas

Giant anacondas slither through swamps. Boa constrictors travel through trees, looking for prey. Snakes slither all around the world. Get ready to learn all about them, without becoming their lunch.

Black Rabbit Books © 2020

Binding Type
Hardcover
Reading Level
2-3
Accelerated Reader
3.3 (Quiz #512010)

Todo tipo de amigos

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.

Jump! © 2020

Binding Type
Library Bound
Reading Level
PK-Adult
Accelerated Reader
Quizzes Available

Todos a bordo

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.

Jump! © 2020

Binding Type
Reinforced Library
Reading Level
K

Tomando buenas decisiones

During conflict, will you use your hands or words? If you're angry, will you throw a fit or talk it out? Learning how to make good choices is an important and essential part of growing up. With multiple endings, each book allows the reader to make choices and read what happens next, learning how good or bad choices lead to different consequences.

Amicus © 2023

Binding Type
Hardcover
Reading Level
2

Un poco escalofriante

From ghosts to Bigfoot sightings, paranormal topics and urban legends captivate even the most reluctant of readers. With clear text and simple graphics, this series safely introduces children to mysterious topics and invites them to investigate the things that might make their world just a little bit spooky.

Black Rabbit Books © 2023

Binding Type
Hardcover
Reading Level
1
Accelerated Reader
Quizzes Available

Un vistazo a las arañas

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 leveled text and up-close photography introduces readers to a variety of spiders. Includes a labeled map of spider habitats and a picture glossary to reinforce new vocabulary.

Jump (Spanish) © 2019

Binding Type
Library Bound
Reading Level
K
Accelerated Reader
1.1 (Quiz #197192)

Vamos!

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.

Jump (Spanish) © 2019

Binding Type
Library Bound
Reading Level
PK-1

Vehículos al rescate

Why are helicopters used for search and rescue? How do fire trucks work to put out fires? 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 leveled 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.

Jump! © 2022

Binding Type
Reinforced binding
Reading Level
K

Vehículos de emergencia

Emergency! 911! Help is on the way! Jump into the action, and explore the emergency vehicles that bring help fast in these North American Spanish translations. Early/fluent readers will race through infographics, action-packed photography, and expertly leveled text in a nonfiction beginning reader format to learn all about their favorite transportation topics.

Black Rabbit Books © 2023

Binding Type
Hardcover
Reading Level
1
Accelerated Reader
Quizzes Available

Zona de construcción

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. Each title includes reading tips for teachers and parents, a table of contents, and a glossary and index.

Jump! © 2023

Binding Type
Library
Reading Level
K
Accelerated Reader
Quizzes Available