Computers touch our lives everyday, in countless ways, but how do they know what to do? How do we communicate with them and they with each other? Language! Grace Hopper was a pioneer in computer progr
Young readers will discover what it means to recycle waste and be more eco-friendly. Introduces readers to the fact that not everything we throw away is garbage. Some things can be reused or made into
Young readers will discover what nature is, what lives in nature, and how they can care for nature. Introduces beginning readers to the idea of caring for the environment and what their part is in pro
Introduce your beginning readers to seven of the most common animals on the farm with a hearty "Hello, cows!" and a "Hello, pigs!" Up-close photos and leveled text pair up for a fun meet-and-greet fil
Let in the light! Introduce early readers preK-2 to light and how it plays a part in their everyday lives. Find out where light comes from, how we see it, and if it really bounces! Readers explore bas
A world without telephones? Impossible for most young readers to imagine. Let them know they can thank inventor Alexander Graham Bell for every ringtone! Filled with facts and photos, Bell's story hig
What was that sound? Introduce early readers preK-2 to sound and how it plays a part in their everyday lives. Find out how sound is made, how it travels, and how we can hear it. Readers explore the ba
The light bulbs we use today in our schools and homes are thanks to Thomas Edison. What were the steps Edison took that led him to the world-changing invention we know him for today?
Full of energy? Introduce early readers preK-2 to energy and how it plays a part in their everyday lives. Find out what energy is, where it comes from, and the forms it can take. Readers explore the b
Get moving! Introduce early readers preK-2 to motion and how it plays a part in their everyday lives. Find out what motion is, what is fast, what is slow, and how gravity fits in. Readers explore the
Matter matters! Introduce early readers preK-2 to matter and how it plays a part in their everyday lives. Find out what matter is, the states of matter, and how matter can change. Readers explore the
Constitution Day is a time to celebrate the United States Constitution and what it means to be an American. Readers will swell with patriotic pride as they learn about the history of Constitution Day
Independence Day is about more than just picnics and fireworks. It is a time to celebrate the birth or our nation. Readers will learn the proud history of the founding of the United States and find ou
Memorial Day is an important U.S. holiday that celebrates fallen soldiers. Readers will learn about the history of Memorial Day and how we can honor and celebrate those who gave their lives to protect
Presidents' Day is a day to remember the men who have held the highest office in our land. Readers will learn about the history or Presidents' Day, our most influential presidents, and how we can hono
Veterans Day is a time to honor all those who have served in the United States military. Readers will learn about the history of this important holiday and how it continues to celebrate those who are
Glacier National Park runs from Montana to the Canadian border. Learn how to prepare for hiking the trails of this national park and about the wildlife that lives there.
Yellowstone National Park is mostly in Wyoming, with some of the park in Montana and Idaho. Hike to learn about the trails, springs, geysers, and wildlife in this national park.
The Great Smokey Mountains can be found in Tennessee and North Carolina. Hike through some of the most famous trails to learn about the national park’s rich history and wilderness.
Get moving! By opening this book, you'll be using force to make the cover move. You use forces every day. But how? Learn more about this science basic and then experience the ups and downs of force wi
Have you ever wondered how we know so much about people and events from the past? Much of what we know comes from studying items that were used in the past. Research Primary Source Artifacts: Tools, C
Have you ever wondered how we know so much about people and events from the past? Much of what we know comes from studying items that were used in the past. Research Primary Source Documents: Diaries,
What makes things move, but cannot be seen? It pushes and pulls but remains invisible. Learn about the magic of magnetism! Then try a hands-on experiment that will attract kids to science.
Have you ever wondered how we know so much about people and events from the past? Much of what we know comes from studying items that were used in the past. Research Visual Primary Sources: Photograph
Have you ever wondered how we know so much about people and events from the past? Much of what we know comes from studying items that were used in the past. Research Primary Source Audio: Speeches, Or
We can see light. We know it makes plants grow. Light pours from the sun and from glowing light bulbs. But we can't touch it, or hold it. What is light? Learn about this science basic, and then get ha
Listen up! Spread the word and ride the wave of science basics with this book about sound. Then look and listen during a hands-on science experiment that will draw everyone's attention in the library
There has been little rainfall, and the land is dry. A drought has developed. Rivers and lakes dry up. Crops are ruined from lack of water. Learn ways to use less water and how to save the little wate
Machines on the Farm invites beginning readers to ride along on a number of common farm vehicles, including tractors, planters, and combines. Bright color photos spotlight the machines, while leveled
Young readers will discover what litter is, how it can harm the environment, and what they can do to help clean up litter. Introduces readers to the problem of littering and how to keep it in its righ
From passenger trains to subways, get young readers in preK-2 on the right track to understanding the different types of trains they see in their community and in their world. Cover the basics of how
Hop on board and let young readers in PreK-2 explore the different types of buses in their community and in the world. Cover the basics of why the wheels on the bus go round and round, as well as a br
