Time for errands! We drop off books at the library and send letters at the post office. Places like these keep our communities running! This series takes students who are just starting to read independently into familiar places in their communities. Simple, predictable text and bright, colourful photos introduce each place, while features such as diagrams and labels reinforce the text. Take a walk around your community with this fun series!
Get ready to craft on the clock! Groovy projects made from easily-sourced and upcycled materials provide fast fun in this hands-on creating adventure. Easy-to-follow instructions paired with step-by-step photos are perfect for any makerspace or creative kid on a time crunch. Fits perfectly in a class time block or a busy kid at home. It’s far out fun!
Loved Ones With explores what it's like to watch loved ones go through unique and often difficult circumstances. Written in kid-friendly language, this social-emotional learning series supports readers' empathetic understanding of these experiences not only for their loved ones, but also for themselves. Guided exploration of topics in 21st Century Junior Library's signature style help readers to Look, Think, Ask Questions, Make Guesses, and Create.
Friendships are hard, and relationships change as kids grow up. How would you respond? Each of these choose-your-own ending books allows the reader to make choices that lead to different outcomes, supporting social-emotional learning.
Theater kids Maria and Mateo are two talented second graders who love the spotlight. But they soon find that theater is not only fun©it can also teach important life lessons. Join these high-spirited cousins as they learn how to improvise through lifeÎs plot twists to shine both onstage and off.
Narwhals swim in icy waters. Hedgehogs roll into a ball to stay safe. Start your first animal books collection with My First Animal Books! Adorable, vibrant photography and tightly controlled text work together to show and teach readers how animals live and act in the wild while providing an engaging and supportive early reading experience.
In this fact-filled series, young readers can explore the growth of common fruits, vegetables, fungi, and more! Through simple text and bright photos, readers will study the subject from seed or spore to fully grown product. Special features highlight the subject’s life cycle, uses, and what is needed to grow, and a picture glossary helps readers visualize unfamiliar terms. See common plants and fungi grow along with students’ reading ability in this fun series!
Hello, Ankylosaurus! Young learners are introduced to this large armored dinosaur in a beginning STEM reader that's perfect for curious kids. Dynamic images and carefully levelled, clear text highlight how the extinct herbivore from the Late Cretaceous Period looked, what it ate, and how it used its clubbed tail.
What happens in your brain when you feel strong emotions like happiness, sadness, anger, and fear? Combining social and emotional learning (SEL) and STEM concepts covering psychology and neurology, Brainpower explores what happens in the brain and body when we feel certain emotions and how readers can manage emotions more effectively.
Celebrating All Friends provides a supportive educational fiction reading experience for young readers. With a focus on social and emotional learning (SEL), tightly controlled vocabulary, and bright, fun illustrations to match the fictional storylines and enhance empathy, children will learn about inclusion while developing reading skills. Each book focuses on a child who has a unique condition, disability, or experience and how their friends show support. Familiar, everyday settings, such as school, a birthday party, and a playground, reinforce ways to be a great friend.
Start your engine and get ready for a day of work! In this fun nonfiction series, narrative text and colourful illustrations come together to tell about a day in the life of different machines. Emerging readers can race through city streets with a fire truck, plant crops with a tractor, and travel the world with an airplane. Question prompts, fun facts, summary infographics, and other features further engage young readers with these high-interest books!
Hello, Stegosaurus! Young learners are introduced to this large plated dinosaur in a beginning STEM reader that's perfect for curious kids. Dynamic images and carefully leveled, clear text highlight how the extinct herbivore from the Late Jurassic Period looked, what it ate, and when its fossils were discovered.
Do you have a favourite sport? Do you want to learn more about different kinds of sports? This series introduces beginning readers to the fun world of sports! Each book begins with a playful narrative, putting kids into the action. Levelled text takes readers through basic information about each sport, including how to play, gear used, and more! A sight word feature aids readers in building foundational reading skills. A facts page summarizes the book through simple text and matching photos. Grab your gear, and get ready for some sports fun!
Young horse lovers will enjoy comparing popular horse breeds from Appaloosas to Thoroughbreds with these levelled readers. A search-and-find feature teaches new vocabulary about horse body parts and behaviour. Carefully levelled text and gorgeous photography will captivate early readers.
This fascinating series examines the history and importance of a variety of American landmarks. Filled with engaging facts about the landmarks as well as details about the visitor experience, this series is sure to appeal to armchair travelers.
This fun, illustrated series explores how colors can make us feel different feelings based on what we are seeing. A page for caregivers and teachers in every book suggests guiding questions to help aid in reading comprehension.
We are all part of communities big and small. Learn about what we can find in each place, from our city to our planet. Then, examine the relationship between people, places, and the environment to explore geographic concepts and skills. This key social studies curriculum is made fun with lively text and engaging photos. ItÎs time to learn all about the world around us!
It’s an all-out brawl between some of nature’s top predators in this high-interest series! Venture deep into the rain forest and to the bottom of the ocean to learn about some of the world’s fiercest fighters. Readers will find out about the weapons each animal has, from sharp teeth to super senses, and the moves that finish enemies off. In each title, an action-packed narrative scene imagines a fight between the animals, while profiles offering statistics and charts make comparisons between the competitors. Reluctant readers will love their front-row seats to action with this series!
From winning the championship ring to hoisting the Stanley Cup, sports teams give fans plenty to celebrate. This action-packed series showcases eight of the world’s biggest sports events, describing their history and growth, the path teams and athletes take to reach them, and some of their most exciting moments.
Who better to talk about experiences with chronic health conditions or 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 chronic disorder.
From the pioneers of the 1950s to the global superstars of today, the NBA has always been home to supremely talented players. Get to know the best of the best from your favourite teams through the years. This compelling series is sure to hook readers from the start.
ItÎs time to explore with trailblazers who took to the seas, the skies, and beyond. Learn what it takes to be one of the first people to set out into the unknown with these inspiring mini-bios all about people who went on some of humankindÎs greatest adventures. Colourful illustrations paired with real photos make the journey even more engaging!
From the American Revolutionary War to the Cold War, conflict has been present throughout much of history. Through levelled text and vibrant, accurate images, this engaging series introduces readers to different wars and how they changed the world. Each title is packed with special features that highlight maps, life on the home front, key battles, important technology, and more. These books will make young historians eager to learn more!
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. Carefully Levelled text paired with accessible infographics and in-your-face photos will have readers racing back for more.
A massive great white shark bursts from the water, attacking a helpless seal. Meanwhile, in the oceanÎs 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 behaviours of these incredible animals.
Learn about some of the worldÎs most beloved pets in All About Dogs. Each title introduces the history and features of one of the worldÎs most popular dog breeds. Young readers will love the stunning visuals and fun facts in All About Dogs.
It’s an all-out brawl between some of nature’s top predators in this high-interest series! Venture deep into the rain forest and to the bottom of the ocean to learn about some of the world’s fiercest fighters. Readers will find out about the weapons each animal has, from sharp teeth to super senses, and the moves that finish enemies off. In each title, an action-packed narrative scene imagines a fight between the animals, while profiles offering statistics and charts make comparisons between the competitors. Reluctant readers will love their front-row seats to action with this series!
The Animals of the Desert series showcases some of the worldÎs most fascinating desert animals. Each title gives readers the opportunity to learn more about a specific animal, exploring its physical features, diet, and natural habitat, and the challenges it faces.
All aboard! LetÎs go full STEAM ahead to make hands-on learning fun. Engaging projects and yummy recipes made from easily-sourced materials take science, technology, engineering, art, and math to the next level. Easy-to-follow instructions paired with step-by-step photos are perfect for any makerspace or creative kid.
Join magical pet vetsÑTaye, Marta, and EmilyÑon their wild adventures with some of the magical world's most misunderstood creatures, including: a crocodingo, a phoenix, a sniffler, a sphinx, a unicorn, and a yeti. These creatures have problems, and the vet team is determined to solve them. This graphic novel series includes educational callouts that explore STEM and SEL concepts the team encounters.
If you think making your bed and getting your homework done is tough, imagine what it must have been like to live in a time with no toilets or where you have to start training as a soldier when you were just seven! The past is full of tough times to be a kid. Learn what it was like to live amongst the pyramids, sail in a Viking ship, and more in this high-interest series that will have you grateful for your life in the modern day.
Each title in the Understanding Geology series introduces a different type of rock or mineral and shows why it is a special part of our planet. Includes a support page of teaching tips for caregivers and teachers. Downloadable Teacher's Notes available.
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. Carefully Levelled text paired with accessible infographics and in-your-face photos will have readers racing back for more.
Each title helps readers explore an ecosystemÎs plants and animals, how the ecosystem is important to humans, and which threats face the ecosystem today.
What would it take to make it out alive from an alien invasion or zombie apocalypse? Join the hi-lo adventure of children fighting monsters to imagine what it would be like if the supernatural creatures of your nightmares were real . . . and were taking over the planet. Learn the lore of creatures rising from the grave, wrapped in bandages, and coming to Earth from another world.
The climate crisis is already impacting every part of the United States. This comprehensive series examines the typical climates of different US regions, how climate change is affecting them, and ways those regions can fight against and adapt to the climate emergency.
The past has always shaped the present. Ace U.S. history curriculum with an easy-to-understand breakdown of important historical events presented using carefully levelled text and dyslexic-friendly font and design. This curricular high-interest, low-reading level series also features a final infographic and SilverTips for Success to help readers review key concepts from the books to reinforce comprehension.
From players no one believed in to teams no one thought could win, Underdogs: Sports Champions covers some of history's greatest underdogs. Written in a strong narrative nonfiction style, the storytelling in these books will captivate readers. The series includes considerate vocabulary, engaging content, clear text and formatting, and compelling photos. Educational sidebars include extra fun facts and information.
The Unofficial Guides series explores the various aspects of today's most popular games and programs including Apex Legends, LEGO Mindstorms, Fortnite, Minecraft, Animal Crossing, Among Us and more! Each collection covers topics ranging from basic to advanced. This series is perfect for the hands-on techie.
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.
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.
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.
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.
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.
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.
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.
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.
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.
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.
Who has been the Commander in Chief? In this series for young readers, levelled text and engaging images combine to create a portrait of famous American presidents. From George Washington to Joseph Biden, readers will learn about some of the most well-known presidents in American history.
What animals do you see out your window? This series for beginning readers introduces these critters through simple, predictable text. Features including labelled diagrams and food graphics reinforce content while bright, Colorful photos aid in comprehension and keep readers engaged. Get ready to explore the animals in your yard with this fun series!
Chirp! Tweet! Backyard birds have busy lives. In this beginning series, simple text and vibrant photos help young readers learn all about where these birds live, what they eat, and how they survive when the weather gets cold. Visual features further illustrate these birds’ relatives, foods, and calls. This engaging series will inspire readers to look out for their favorite birds!
Be prepared to be inspired! Beginning readers will learn all about the lives and accomplishments of incredible women who are trying to make the world a better place for everyone. Readers will explore who and what inspired these women to make a difference.
Explore the wild and wonderful world of bugs in this series for beginning readers. Learn all about each bug's life including how they look, what they eat, and what they do for our environment. Featuring key science curriculum and filled with clear, simple text, these books will fly right off the shelves!
Canadian Eh! celebrates items and food from around the country. Fun facts and engaging photos show how people have made these things true symbols of Canada.
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!
First experiences can be intimidating, and children may have a hard time navigating their emotions and reactions to these situations. In First Experiences, beginning readers will follow young characters who are experiencing new situations or relationships for the first time. Social and emotional learning (SEL) concepts aid the reader in understanding the specific emotions and body sensations that can accompany each and help them prepare for the experience, while sight words, tightly controlled vocabulary, and repetitive text patterns and sounds help develop reading skills.
They zoom and zip! Some fly high in the sky and others cruise down the highway. They’re green machines! Explore the vehicles that are better for our planet, making a difference one trip at a time. It’s STEM curriculum featuring high-interest vehicle content with an environmental twist. Carefully levelled text and engaging photos will have even the youngest readers going green.
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!
Read about lizards and learn how these reptiles are adapted to their varied environments. Find out how they find food, defend themselves, and have young, plus which ones are harmless and which require some caution if you meet them in the wild! A photo diagram in each book points out unique lizard characteristics.
Math Adventures introduces beginning readers to early math concepts including counting and addition, subtraction, measurements, and odd and even numbers in fun, narrative stories. Each title focuses on a key math concept and the role it plays in everyday settings and interactions. With a focus on math curriculum standards, sight words, tightly controlled vocabulary, repetitive text patterns and sounds, and vibrant illustrations to match the storylines, children will learn key math concepts and develop reading skills.
Math Adventures introduces beginning readers to early math concepts with familiar themes, bright illustrations, and visual equations. Readers will learn the concepts of telling time, counting money, measuring, recognizing shapes and patterns, and solving word problems along with relatable main characters. With a focus on math curriculum standards, sight words, tightly controlled vocabulary, repetitive text patterns and sounds, and vibrant illustrations to match the storylines, children will learn key math concepts and develop reading skills.
From spiky to horned to feathered, the animals of North America come in all kinds! Readers will enjoy learning about the life cycles and survival tactics of these wild animals. Striking photographs capture the animals' behavior in nature, letting readers discover and explore North America's native wildlife. Includes a visual animal identification guide.
It's Off to Space to learn about the sun, moon, planets, and stars! With concepts correlated to early science curriculum standards examined through simple text and diagrams, this series is sure to fly off the shelves. Stunning full Color photographs will guide emergent readers through space while they learn about the objects they see in the sky.
Take a trip through time to explore how people of the past lived. The history of everyday items and places encourages comparing and contrasting while an invitation to make predictions about the future engages further exploration. In addition to a broader history of the progression over time, supplemental details take a closer look at a specific topic within each title category. Perfect for prompting readers to take a fresh look at the world around them!
Do you ever wonder where the energy you use comes from? Learn all about the different sources of energy including where we get them, how they work, and the future of energy! Featuring key science curriculum with a high-interest approach and clear, simple text that young scientists can easily understand. It's time to power up!
Young sports fans and athletes won't want to wait to get their hands on these biographies about their favorite sports superstars! From tennis players, to basketball stars, these books highlight the skills and accomplishments of famous athletes in eight different leagues. Accessible text and action photos bring these stories to life, making reading practice engaging and fun for young readers.
Football fans won't want to miss this updated and popular series highlighting athletes from their favorite NFL teams. Readers will learn all about the accomplishments of these football superstars.
Where are the buzzing bees, pudgy polar bears, or great gorillas? Across the globe, animals are disappearing. But there’s still hope to stop this tragic trend before it’s too late. Bright photos paired with carefully levelled text feature key animal life cycle and environmental science curriculum. A bold range map helps readers pinpoint exactly where each animal lives and practical tips for young readers makes taking action personal. Explore what we can do to save the animals!
What is the difference between the branches of our armed forces? How do they serve our country? These books offer a glimpse into life as a solider in each of these military branches.
We need money to buy everything from wants to needs. But what does it take to earn money, and how can we be smart about our money? Explore the basics of money to build smart citizenship from the start. Each 24-page book features controlled text paired with bright photos to bring this curricular topic to life.
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.
Bundle up! It's time to discover the unique animals that live at the top of the world. This search-and-find series lets young readers explore the arctic and the animals that live there. Find out how their bodies are adapted to the frigid climate andwhat they do to survive.
Every year on the farm, baby animals are born. What do they look like and how do they grow? The carefully levelled text in each book offers simple explanations along with stunning photographs to draw in readers. Spot Books' unique search-and-find feature encourages young readers to interact with these low-level nonfiction books.
Happy holidays! Highlighting five different cultures and religions, these search-and-find books teach young readers about different holidays. Kids will learn the significance of these holidays and the symbols and traditions that go with them.
Young horse lovers will enjoy comparing popular horse breeds from Appaloosas to Thoroughbreds with these levelled readers. A search-and-find feature teaches new vocabulary about horse body parts and behavior. Carefully levelled text and gorgeous photography will captivate early readers.
Have you ever been in the ocean? This search-and-find series lets young readers dive right in and learn about underwater critters. Find out how their body parts help them eat and avoid enemies in this water-filled series.
Grab your gear and head outdoors! The series of search-and-find books highlights new vocabulary and simple facts about fun outdoor activities. Find the picture, and learn the words!
Want to learn more about the furry, scaly, and feathered animals we call pets? Find out why cats have whiskers and much more! The search-and-find feature in this series informs young readers about the unique characteristics of their pets.
Every season, nature changes. What do animals, plants, and the weather do in each season? The carefully levelled text in each book offers simple explanations along with stunning photographs to draw in readers. Spot Books' unique search and find feature encourages young readers to interact with these low-level nonfiction books.
Young sports fans will love learning more about their favorite games! In this series a search-and-find feature guides early readers as they learn new vocabulary pertaining to different sport fundamentals, player positions, and rules. Carefully chosen photos and words are sure to captivate kindergarteners and other readers, alike!
What Makes a Community? explores how people, businesses, and buildings help shape where people live and work. In these first six books, readers will explore how different people in the community help them and their families stay safe, healthy, fed, and warm. Engaging photographs and design along with age appropriate text teach readers what makes their community special.
Every living thing on Earth needs water to survive. But why do we need it, where does it come from, and how do we save it? This valuable series answers these questions and more while introducing early science concepts to emergent readers. Vibrant photographs and diagrams will aid readers in learning about the water cycle, how people use water, and what that means for the environment.
Make A World of Origami in this super fun series. Clear, step-by-step instructions and photos guide readers as they learn to fold animals and plants from habitats around the world. Fun facts teach the reader more about the creatures and places in each book as they work their maker muscles. Just grab some paper and get folding at home or in the classroom.
Who has been the Commander in Chief? In this series for young readers, levelled text and engaging images combine to create a portrait of famous American presidents. From George Washington to Joseph Biden, readers will learn about some of the most well-known presidents in American history.
It's an all-out brawl between some of nature's top predators in this high-interest series! Venture deep into the rain forest and to the bottom of the ocean to learn about some of the world?s fiercest fighters. Readers will find out about the weapons each animal has, from sharp teeth to super senses, and the moves that finish enemies off. In each title, an action-packed narrative scene imagines a fight between the animals, while profiles offering statistics and charts make comparisons between the competitors. Reluctant readers will love their front-row seats to action with this series!
Animals face scary challenges every day! These narrative nonfiction books focus on describing the changes to animals habitats that affect the animal's way of life-or even puts their species at risk of dying out! Readers will learn about the reasons for changes in habitats that affect animals and small steps they can take to help protect them.
High in the sky or deep in the ocean, animals live in all kinds of habitats and travel amazing distances. This beautifully illustrated series of comparisons illuminates how animals have adapted to live at truly impressive heights and depths. A running ruler on each spread lets readers compare measurements.
What does a dolphin eat? How long do mussels live? Do sea birds sleep at sea? Find out the answers to these questions and more when you take a tour of the aquarium with our resident zoologist!
They're gross, smelly, and often dangerous. From collecting roadkill to hazmat diving, there's a variety of disgusting jobs that demand iron stomachs and guts of steel. Invite readers to explore the careers that keep their world running through levelled text with a witty, conversational tone and a design that combines in-your-face photos with humorous illustrations.
Ever wonder what inspired your favorite role model to rise to the top? This series introduces readers to some of the most inspiring people in recent times. Young people will learn about the lives and accomplishments of amazing people who reached for the stars and never gave up on their dreams. Each book contains information on the early lives of these role models as well as the inspirations and struggles they faced on their journeys to reach their goals.
Creepy, crawly, and downright deadly! This narrative nonfiction series introduces young readers to mosquitoes, ticks, fleas, and other creatures that carry or cause horrifying diseases. Each book is packed with interesting information about the organism’s life cycle, how it transmits diseases, and how to protect yourself from becoming its victim. This series also includes captivating real-life stories about people who were attacked by the world’s most dangerous bugs-and lived to tell the terrifying tale.
It's tough being a kid! There are a lot of challenges to face every day. Readers learn how important it is to take some time for themselves to find their inner calm kid with this helpful and relaxing series. An informative introduction to the ways in which young children can relax and take care of themselves, this series is excellent for circle time and active classroom sessions in meditation, yoga, and more.
Children will travel around the world without ever leaving their homes or classrooms. In this colorful and exciting series, beginning readers visit countries where their families or their classmates’ families may have come from. During the journey, they will learn all about the country's cities, food, holidays, music, and wildlife. They even learn how to speak a few words in the country’s language!
Join us as we explore the world in Country Explorers! Each of these engaging books will take readers on a journey throughout a fascinating country. Designed and written with young explorers in mind, readers will discover the regions, geography, people, and celebrations of countries around the world.
Creepy crafts, spooky costumes, and alien food! Make all of these and more in this superfun new series. Clear, step-by-step instructions guide readers as they make their own costumes, bake a fun treat, and create new crafts. All projects use easy-to-find supplies and can easily be made at home or in the classroom.
What's the weather like on Jupiter? Will we ever live on Mars? Our solar system is full of amazing phenomena. Build on kids? natural curiosity about the high-interest topic of space with a fun question-and-answer format that reinforces inquiry skills. A Stay Curious! Learn More feature models research skills while simple infographics support visual literacy.
Is there any proof of Bigfoot? What do ghosts look like? Build on kids' natural curiosity about the high-interest topic of paranormal with a fun question-and-answer format. Reinforce inquiry skills with questions on appearance, behavior, and sightings that help answer the big question-what's the proof? A Stay Curious! feature models research skills while simple infographics support visual literacy.
Why are pandas black and white? Are narwhals related to unicorns? Get ready for a wild adventure as elementary readers explore fascinating high interest animals up close. A Q&A format engages kids’ natural curiosity about behavior, diet, special adaptations, and communication. A Stay Curious! feature models research skills while simple infographics support visual literacy.
Take a look at a burger, peer at a pizza and sniff at your sandwich. Do you what know what's inside? How about what your food is made of and where it comes from? Let's deconstruct dishes, break them down and slice them up to find out what they're made of and if they're good for us! This series is a fun mix of illustrations and photographs that introduces readers to nutrition and health concepts as well as exposing them to food from around the world.
This popular adventure series feature various dinosaurs that once roamed the earth. Child adventurers become time travelers and make firsthand observations about the dinosaurs. Delightful illustrations and carefully crafted text help the stories come alive, making these books both educational and entertaining.
Those animals in the zoo look cute and cuddly . . . but what if you met them face-to-face in the wild? How do they behave in their own habitats? Imagine yourself a future biologist as the characters make firsthand observations of the wild animals that are more dangerous than they look!
Do you like salt on your fries? What about sugar on your cereal? There are so many tasty things to eat, but did you know that the food you eat comes from all over the world? Let's Drive Thru the world and learn about where food comes from and how it grows.
Put your knowledge to the test in this fun and informative series about different STEM topics! Bright photos, illustrations, and diagrams pair with clear age-appropriate text to engage young readers. It's a fun and exciting way to learn about the world around us.
Now hiring new farmhands! Aggie, your farmer llama friend, is here to teach you everything you need to know to get the job done at Happy Valley Farm. Farmers feed the world. But with 7 billion people to feed, how do they get the job done? Let Aggie be your guide as you learn the basics (the history of hay) right through to advanced lessons (just stay out of the way of the self-driving tractors) and don't forget to get your llama-diploma! Cute illustrations and photographs help readers learn about different machinery and the history of farming.
A cat is a catùbut not all cats are created equally! Each breed has characteristics that make it unique. For cat lovers and potential pet owners alike, these books will provide young readers with excellent reading practice.
A dog might be your best friend, but all dogs are not created equally. Read about your favorite breeds to find out the unique differences. Whether your students are dog lovers or trying to pick out a new pet, these books provide good nonfiction reading practice for those in the lower grades.
Giddy up! Horses come in all kinds of breeds and working types, from quarter horses to paint horses to Appaloosas. 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.
Let's dig deep into the forest and see what we can find! From the tallest trees to the tiniest mushrooms and everything in between, this series is a fun and informative introduction to exploring nature. Each book is filled with colorful illustrations and photographs and teachers readers what to look and listen for in the forest.
What do you do if you are hungry? You eat something of course! We all quench our thirst with a drink and go to sleep when we are tired. Our bodies need all sorts of fuel in order to work at their best. But why does this happen? And what happens if we don't get everything that we need? Get ready to Fuel Up! and learn all about the fuel we need.
There's so much to do once you step out your front door! Inspire kids to be active and Get Outdoors with these fun guides. Learn the basics about your favorite outdoor activities, the equipment you'll need to get started, and tips to make sure you stay safe while having fun.
Dogs charge to the rescue in this series about our heroic canine friends! Readers will learn how working dogs are trained for the jobs and discover how dogs and people come together to accomplish seemingly impossible goals. Bursting with action, Heroic Dogs is a perfect companion to children's introduction to community helpers, jobs, and social services.
Take a tour of different parts of our planet, from cities to rain forests and oceans. Making ecosystems entertaining to young readers, each book dives into How to Build Our World. Celebrate our planet with this fun and engaging series.
News moves fast, and understanding what’s happening is important for young readers engaging with their world. Explore some of the biggest stories we face today. Carefully levelled text makes the important content approachable for struggling readers at their level while a dyslexia-friendly font and clean design further improve accessibility. Featured quotes from the news help capture the information as it is currently being discussed, and SilverTips for Success review key concepts to reinforce comprehension so readers are sure to understand what they need to know.
From the power in our homes, to the forces that keep us moving, physics is a part of daily life. Explore this key curricular content presented in a way that is accessible for struggling readers so they can ace their tests alongside their classmates. Dyslexia-friendly font and a clean design make content accessible. A featured infographic helps recap key concepts for visual learners and SilverTips for Success reinforce comprehension for what readers need to know.
Climb into your spaceship and blastoff for an adventure through our solar system! This exciting nonfiction series uses narrative text and colorful illustrations to inform early readers about the different planets, moons, and other celestial bodies in the solar system. On their journeys, they’ll discover volcanic moons, mysterious dwarf planets, and much more! Features such as question prompts, fun facts, and summary infographics further engage young readers with this out-of-this-world series!
In this series, readers will learn about animals that are adorable, weird, and especially awesome! Eye-catching photos closely align with clear, descriptive text to take readers into the wild world of awesome animals. These delightful, informative books will quickly become children's favorites.
Highlight early social and emotional learning concepts with this series that teaches young readers how Life Works! From building trust and tackling teamwork to navigating emotions and setting goals, each book features hands-on activities, fun illustrations, and engaging text.
Children will travel around the world without ever leaving their homes or classrooms. In this colorful and exciting series, beginning readers visit countries where their families or their classmates’ families may have come from. During the journey, they will learn all about the country's cities, food, holidays, music, and wildlife. They even learn how to speak a few words in the country’s language! Each 32-page book features controlled text with age-appropriate vocabulary and simple sentence construction. The engaging text, bold design, and stunning photos are sure to spark children’s interest.
Start your engine and get ready for a day of work! In this fun nonfiction series, narrative text and colorful illustrations come together to tell about a day in the life of different machines. Emerging readers can race through city streets with a fire truck, plant crops with a tractor, and travel the world with an airplane. Question prompts, fun facts, summary infographics, and other features further engage young readers with these high-interest books!
Friendships are hard, and relationships change as kids grow up. How would you respond? Each of these choose-your-own ending books allows the reader to make choices that lead to different outcomes, supporting social-emotional learning.
The student detectives at Lincoln Elementary love math-and solving mysteries! Can you help? Each case in these pick-your-own-path books is solvable based on second-grade math problems. Choose the right answer, and advance to the next clue. Choose the wrong answer, and clear text and visuals explain the math and encourage the reader to try again.
There are all kinds of emergencies, and for some people being ready for an emergency is part of their everyday life. Follow along with a day in the life of a child who lives with a potential emergency. Learn about the condition, the warning signs, and what you can do to help in an emergency.
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.
Oh, no! Your mermaid friend is coming over for dinner and you have no idea what to make! Young chefs know just what to make with this tasty cookbook series. These easy-to-use books are bursting with Colorful recipes and fun ideas to cook for different mythical creatures. Each recipe features a tools and ingredients list, as well as clear, step-by-step instructions paired with accompanying photos.
Have you heard the story of Jack? You know, the one where he plants the magic beans, and a giant beanstalk shoots up into the sky. Did you ever wonder what a scientist would make of that beanstalk? Well wonder no longer, because Professor Everafter is here, and he is going to put these fairy tales under the microscope.
Animals chatter throughout rain forests. Sand whirls across deserts. Currents course down rivers. Earth is covered in breathtaking landforms that play a special role in making our planet unique. In this series, readers will learn about each landform, including what sets them apart, what plants and animals call them home, and how people use them. Special features such as diagrams, landform profiles, and more guide readers as they discover each natural wonder!
The Paralympics are here and there's so much to see! From fast paced team sports to intense individual races, the world's best athletes with disabilities come together to compete in Olympic-style games. High-impact photography will keep readers engaged while learning about athletes who compete for a gold medal.
Tasty treats, cute costumes, goofy games, and more! Learn how to make all of these for your special pet in this super fun series. Clear, step-by-step instructions and accompanying photos guide readers as they make their pets costumes, bake a fun treat, create fun games, and even build their pet a new hangout. All projects use easy-to-find supplies and can easily be made at home or in the classroom. These adorable books also contain pet-specific care information!
Young sports fans and athletes won't want to wait to get their hands on these biographies about their favorite sports superstars! From tennis players, to basketball stars, these books highlight the skills and accomplishments of famous athletes in eight different leagues. Accessible text and action photos bring these stories to life, making reading practice engaging and fun for young readers.
How many regions does the United States have? Which region has the most populated city in the entire country? Readers will find these answers and more as they learn about the location, geography, history, climate, wildlife, landmarks, cities, and other defining features of America’s regions. Real-life photographs take readers on a trip, while a Quick Facts feature lists additional information on each region.
Human actions have had a large impact on the world around us. This series explores how people have harmed our planet in the past, and how we can make changes to protect Earth in the future.
Do you think you know all there is to know about the United States? These expertly crafted, bone-chilling stories for beginning readers will test your knowledge! Explore the dark and disturbing histories of York, Georgia, California, and other great states. This series features controlled, narrative nonfiction text with age-appropriate vocabulary and simple sentence construction. The colorful design and spooky art in each 24-page book will transfix emergent readers.
Gooey, gross, mouldy, and more! What a great way to engage readers to learn about science. Hands-on experiments and projects will make science accessible to young learners. Helpful tips and tricks guide readers along the way while teaching them about different science curriculum topics.
How long does it take to build a bridge or a roller coaster? Emphasizing the process of creation from idea to execution, these books illuminate the building sequence for young readers. A running timeline on each spread highlights each step. Carefully levelled text and thoughtfully chosen photographs make this series an excellent choice to support STEM topics.
How does the U.S. government work? What processes are needed to create a new law, become a citizen, or elect a president? With a running timeline on each spread, each book in this series clearly explains the basic workings of our government to inspire our future leaders.
Who are some of the women who changed the course of history? From civil rights and abolition, inspire future leaders with stories of six incredible women who took a bold stance on what they believed and encouraged others to do the same.
Necessity is the mother of invention. But time is the driver of technological development. Support STEAM for elementary readers by seeing the inventions we use every day evolve from early idea to future tech. A running timeline on each page gives readers a visual representation of step-by-step processes and history.
How long does it take to build a bridge or a roller coaster? Emphasizing the process of creation from idea to execution, these books illuminate the building sequence for young readers. A running timeline on each spread highlights each step. Carefully levelled text and thoughtfully chosen photographs make this series an excellent choice to support STEM topics.
How many people does it take to make a movie? Emphasizing the process of creation from idea to execution, these books illuminate the creative and production sequence for young readers. A running timeline on each spread highlights each step. Young readers will gain a big picture understanding of the creative process and may even be inspired to a future career.
Dive under the waves with some of the ocean's most fascinating fish. From teeth to tail, learn what makes sharks so incredible. The engaging STEM topic and exciting photos make this set perfect for budding marine biologists and adventure-seekers alike. You're about to get shark shocked!
Slither into this fascinating series which features some of the world's deadliest snakes. From the amphibious banded sea krait to the largest killer of them all, the king cobra, Slither! is sure to thrill and chill! Fascinating information and stunning photographs will keep children engaged as they learn about the natural habitats, physical characteristics, diets, and behavior of these scaly creatures.