Introduces llamas, describing their history, different types, physical features, behavior, ability to carry heavy loads, and the many uses for their woolen coats.
Strap in for a journey to the center of the Earth–and watch out for volcanoes! Readers are in for a fiery ride as they explore geothermal energy and its technologies, both past and future. On the way,
As technology rapidly develops across the globe, we need to remember the roots of our energy sources: plants and other biological substances. This timely volume teaches readers about humanity’s comple
Looks at New Year's celebrations in different cultures around the world, including New Year's Eve, Chinese New Year, Dimali in India, and Songkran in Thailand.
School is a place for learning, and it’s also a place for students to be safe. In this title, readers will learn the importance of safety at school. They’ll learn that it’s important to get to know yo
It takes a lot of work to build a house. There are lots of people and big machines involved. Images on each page of this book show the details of a construction site in full color. This book is perfec
Growing food in a community garden is a great idea, and lots of communities have them. When the fruits and vegetables are ready, everyone gets to take some home. This book will teach young readers abo
Traces the history of the rights of African Americans from the origins of slavery through abolition and the civil rights movement to the Voting Rights Act of 1965 and the persistence of racism.
Since the days of westward expansion and the U.S.-Mexican War, people of Mexican descent have faced great discrimination in the United States. This volume introduces readers to the historical backgrou
Foxes are familiar animals that can be found in backyards, deserts, and especially forests. Readers will love learning about foxes from around the world and how they have adapted to their forest habit
The wild boar is one of the most adaptable animals, and it has a voracious appetite. Readers will enjoy learning about this wild pig, which lives in forest habitats in Europe, Asia, and Africa, and ac
Egg-fried rice, pork dumplings, hot and sour soup—who wants Chinese tonight? In this delightful and delicious volume, readers are invited to prepare some of the tastiest food in the world for their fa
Japanese food reflects much about the country of Japan and its culture, and in this impressive book, readers are invited to learn as much as possible about the island nation as they don their aprons.
This inviting book is a need-to-know tour of the vibrant Latin American country of Mexico, explaining how its geography, natural resources, history, and cultural customs are revealed through its culin
Have you ever been to a farmers’ market? This book lets children read about all of the sights and sounds of a farmers’ market. Each page features full-colorful photographs. The low-level text is perfe
Soft-shelled turtles, flying snakes, spitting cobras, and horned lizards. What do these reptiles have in common? They have some really strange adaptations! This title explores some of the strangest re
Going to the library is so much fun, especially when crafts are involved! Readers will delight in this fiction title, which follows a relatable narrator and their friends and family as they visit the
People love to hunt turkey. In fact, turkey hunting is second only to deer hunting in terms of popularity in the United States. Young hunters will learn how to track and hunt turkeys in this fun, easy
Hunting for small game can be just as exciting as hunting larger animals. Squirrels, small birds, rabbits, and coyotes are just some of the creatures that fall into the small-game category. Some peopl
Traces the history of Mexican Americans and their struggle for their rights from the arrival of English-speaking Americans in the Southwest where Mexicans were already living through the rise of the C
For most of history, women have been confined to their households, and to lives without equal rights or equal opportunities. This volume introduces readers to the women of the suffrage movement, the d
Explains what it means to be gay, lesbian, bisexual, and transgender, and traces the history of the struggle for their rights from the Stonewall riots and the appearance of AIDS to the current situati
Everyone loves going to the zoo, especially the narrator in this new fiction title. The characters in this book spend a sunny day at the zoo, where they meet elephants, monkeys, penguins, and more! Re
Hoist the drawbridge and ready the cannons! Even reluctant readers will storm the bookshelves for this high-interest topic where history, math, and magic intersect. This innovative text goes far beyon
Let’s illuminate the mystery of light. In this engaging book, readers will learn what stars are made of, how shadows form, and why a mirror reflects an image. Radiant photos of natural and electric li
This book takes readers on a dive to explore the amazing underwater habitats and landforms of Earth’s oceans. Readers will take a journey from the deepest part of the ocean—the Mariana Trench—to the M
The history of Earth can be explored through the sediments that cover its lands and the layers they’ve formed over time. How did they get there in the first place? The answer is erosion. Readers will
Fossils give us a glimpse into the past. Readers will enjoy learning about different kinds of fossils, how they form, and where they can be found. From the bones left by huge mastodons to the imprints
Mountains and canyons are some of the most breathtaking landforms on Earth. This book explores the earth science concepts behind the formation of mountains and canyons, and the ways in which they shap
Volcanic eruptions happen both over land and underwater. This book introduces readers to the science behind volcanoes. How do they form? Why do they erupt? What are the consequences of a volcanic erup
Earthquakes are incredible forces of nature. They shake the ground and topple buildings and bridges. They can even cause other natural disasters such as tsunamis. This book takes an in-depth look at t
Were dinosaurs reptiles? How have reptiles evolved over millions of years? This book discusses these questions and more as it invites readers on an adventure into the ancient reptile world. Dinosaur l
What is a plant? How does it eat? Why does it grow? Readers will answer these questions and more as they discover how to classify plants, identify their parts, and grasp the process of photosynthesis
When there’s a fire, there’s only one vehicle that takes firemen and firewomen where they need to go. It’s a fire truck! In this imaginative fiction title, a relatable narrator gets behind the wheel o
People and animals have shared the planet for thousands of years, but unfortunately, human behavior can seriously threaten species’ survival. This title examines this important concept, giving readers
