Diwali is the Hindu festival of light and the start to the new year, so there's a lot to celebrate. Origami lamps and lanterns would fit right in with other decorations for Diwali, as lamps are put ou
Where does water destroy rocks? How can the ocean shape the land? Readers explore the answers to these questions along with many others. This book introduces the basic formations of coasts, such as sh
This book brings readers face-to-face with a wild dog that’s straight out of Africa, the jackal. Readers will love reading about this big-eared predator and its hunting techniques, as well as its life
Summer is the time for sunshine and sand, long days, and of course, vacation. Welcome in Summer with this delightful fiction title, which features a narrator and the fun activities they explore with t
Enter the world of the U.S. Army with this title, which gives readers an up-close-and-personal look at what it’s like to have a family member in the military. Through the eyes of a child whose dad is
The history of Native American migrations in North America is filled with broken treaties, difficult struggles, and a desire to hold on to the lands and customs that have been a part of tribal life fo
Coding for elementary students is a new and exciting learning opportunity, and this book will show readers how to get coding in just minutes with the program Hopscotch. Instead of lines of text, Hopsc
Utah is named after the Ute people. This fun fact is one of many waiting for readers to discover with each turn of the page. Through text that reflects essential social studies curriculum topics, read
Tools are an essential component of wilderness survival. While campers and adventurers may bring tools with them as they venture into the wild, it’s important to know how to make tools from objects fo
The Wampanoag people traditionally called the area that would become Massachusetts and Rhode Island home. The Wampanoag people interacted with some of America’s earliest European settlers. Readers dis
Immigration from China to the United States coincided with the California gold rush. Attracted by the riches “Gold Mountain” had to offer, Chinese immigrants in search of a better life left China in d
The first Lego Mindstorms™ sets were released in the early 199s. Since then, Lego’s line of buildable, programmable robots has become a sensation with budding coders all over the world. More than just
Being a Colorado citizen has many rewards, but it also comes with certain civic duties. This book analyzes the various rights, roles, and responsibilities of ethical citizenship. Students will conside
Discusses the constellation Orion, looks at the various myths and stories associated with it, explains how stars are born, and describes the Orion Nebula and some of the individual stars found within
Being active is essential to keeping the heart and lungs healthy. Those two organs have a lot to do with the overall health of the body, and they need to be taken care of! Readers discover the intrica
The poison dart frog might be tiny, but it’s packed with venom and ready to kill. This book introduces readers to the anatomy, habitat, and behavior of poison dart frogs. Readers will also enjoy spotl
Slugs are slimy, small, and super gross! Readers will delight in this close-up examination of the slug, with text that is written to support elementary science standards. Highly detailed color photogr
Readers will become masters of science using objects found in their everyday lives to conduct experiments with matter and materials. They are introduced to the essential concepts of matter and materia
Readers will enter the exciting world of science with this guide to experiments with magnets and electricity! They’ll learn about currents, batteries, circuits, and more through hands-on application o
Introduces the rules and characteristics of stock car racing while focusing on mathematical concepts related to the sport, with supplementary side bars that challenge readers to figure out related geo
Introduces the rules and play of football while focusing on mathematical concepts related to the game, with supplementary side bars that challenge readers to figure out related geometry and arithmetic
The griffin is a legendary creature with the body of a lion and the head and wings of an eagle. In this uncomplicated book, readers will learn more about mythical griffins and other fabulous flying cr
With smash hit films like Avatar and Star Trek under her belt, it’s no wonder that Zoe Saldana is one of today’s hottest celebrities. This book traces Saldana’s life and career from childhood to block
Whether children live with their grandparents or only see them once a year, grandparents are important members of the family. Even their memory is a valuable part of who we are and become. This book e
Many kids spend more time with their brothers and sisters than with any other family member. This engaging book celebrates siblings. It introduces the many kinds of siblings a kid can have, such as ad
Aunts and uncles provide us with a unique perspective; they grew up with our parents and knew them when they were young. Readers explore the roles of aunts and uncles and how they are related within t
Many hunters get their start with small game hunting. This information-packed book offers a wealth of advice for young hunters on subjects such as locating small game and what kind firearm to use.
Levers are everywhere. Readers will learn about historical and present-day uses of levers and how levers make countless everyday activities much easier. A simple experiment is included with step-by-st
The donkey, along with its close kin the hinny and the mule, is known for its stamina. Readers will learn that, though these members of the horse family have a reputation for stubbornness, they have s
Even with the convenience of airplanes and the economy of buses, there is just something enduringly charming about riding the rails. Thousands of passengers are carried to their destinations everyday
Though they are far too small to be seen with a magnifying glass, much less with the naked eye, atoms and molecules make up every object we encounter. Readers will learn all about these tiny units of
Rain forests, with their amazing biodiversity, are a true and lasting place of enchantment. Basic facts are paired with detailed and entertaining descriptions of plant and animal life, both supported
Many people think of witches as Halloween costumes of old curmudgeonly women with pointy hats, but many kinds of witches, wizards, sorcerers, and warlocks have populated mythology for thousands of yea
Tony Romo is a successful quarterback in the NFL, currently working with his Dallas Cowboy teammates toward the ultimate goal of winning the Super Bowl Championship. Full-color photographs and a livel
Discusses the duties of the president, how he or she gets into office, Inauguration Day, working with the cabinet and Congress, the White House, and notable presidents.
Discusses the duties of mayors, how they get into office, the responsibilities of local governments, working with the city council, and notable mayors.
Discusses the duties of congressional representatives, how they get into office, how states are represented, the leadership of the House of Representatives, working with the Senate, committees, and wh
Presents an introduction to the outdoor sport of orienteering, with information on the equipment used, training, skill development, and the different types of orienteering courses.
