This title introduces young readers to Kamala Harris, best known for being the first female, Black, and Indian Vice President of the United States. Readers will enjoy learning about Harris's accomplishments in law and politics, as both a senator and the VP. Aligned to Common Core standards & correlated to state standards. Abdo Kids Jumbo is an imprint of Abdo Kids, a division of ABDO.
This title introduces young readers to Tom Brady, best known for his incredible achievements as a quarterback in the NFL with the New England Patriots and the Tampa Bay Buccaneers. Readers will enjoy learning about Brady's early life, high school and college football careers, and how he worked his way up in the NFL to be one of the greatest of all time. Aligned to Common Core standards & correlated to state standards. Abdo Kids Jumbo is an imprint of Abdo Kids, a division of ABDO.
In Ellen DeGeneres, early readers will learn about the life, accomplishments, and contributions of comedian and TV superstar Ellen DeGeneres. Vibrant, full-color photos, and carefully leveled text will engage emergent readers as they learn about her life. A timeline helps readers identify major life accomplishments in DeGeneres’s life, while a picture glossary reinforces new vocabulary. This title also features reading tips for teachers and parents, a table of contents, and an index.
Based on a real person, this tall tale tells the story of legendary nurseryman Johnny Appleseed and how he introduced apple trees to large parts of the United States. Additional features to aid comprehension include background information and historical context of the tale, and an introduction to the author and illustrator.
The delightfully tall tale of how Martha Jane Cannary came to be known as Calamity Jane, the toughest woman in the old wild West. Additional features to aid comprehension include background information and historical context of the tale, and an introduction to the author and illustrator.
Based on a real person, this tall tale tells the story of legendary train engineer Casey Jones and his heroic last ride on the Cannonball Express. Additional features to aid comprehension include background information and historical context of the tale, and an introduction to the author and illustrator.
The My Itty-Bitty Bio series are biographies for the earliest readers. This book examines the life and legacy of Princess Diana, mother of Prince William and Prince Harry, in a simple, age-appropriate way that will help young readers develop word recognition and reading skills. Includes a table of contents, author biography, timeline, glossary, index, and other informative backmatter.
The My Itty-Bitty Bio series are biographies for the earliest readers. This book examines the life of former First Lady Laura Bush in a simple, age-appropriate way that will help young readers develop word recognition and reading skills. Includes a table of contents, author biography, timeline, glossary, index, and other informative backmatter.
The My Itty-Bitty Bio series are biographies for the earliest readers. This book examines the life of political leader Nelson Mandela in a simple, age-appropriate way that will help young readers develop word recognition and reading skills. Includes a table of contents, author biography, timeline, glossary, index, and other informative backmatter.
The My Itty-Bitty Bio series are biographies for the earliest readers. This book examines the life of Fred Rogers, the man behind "Mister Rogers' Neighborhood," in a simple, age-appropriate way that will help young readers develop word recognition and reading skills. Includes a table of contents, author biography, timeline, glossary, index, and other informative backmatter.
The My Itty-Bitty Bio series are biographies for the earliest readers. This book examines the life of former professional ice hockey player Wayne Gretzky in a simple, age-appropriate way that will help children develop word recognition and reading skills. Includes a table of contents, author biography, timeline, glossary, index, and other informative backmatter.
The My Itty-Bitty Bio series are biographies for the earliest readers. This book examines the life of Canadian professional ice hockey player P. K. Subban in a simple, age-appropriate way that will help children develop word recognition and reading skills. Includes a table of contents, author biography, timeline, glossary, index, and other informative backmatter.
The My Itty-Bitty Bio series are biographies for the earliest readers. This book examines the life of professional soccer player Megan Rapinoe in a simple, age-appropriate way that will help children develop word recognition and reading skills. Includes a table of contents, author biography, timeline, glossary, index, and other informative backmatter.
The My Itty-Bitty Bio series are biographies for the earliest readers. This book examines the life of Canadian professional ice hockey player Connor McDavid in a simple, age-appropriate way that will help children develop word recognition and reading skills. Includes a table of contents, author biography, timeline, glossary, index, and other informative backmatter.
The My Itty-Bitty Bio series are biographies for the earliest readers. This book examines the life of teen professional tennis player Coco Gauff in a simple, age-appropriate way that will help children develop word recognition and reading skills. Includes a table of contents, author biography, timeline, glossary, index, and other informative backmatter.
The My Itty-Bitty Bio series are biographies for the earliest readers. This book examines the life of professional snowboarder and Olympic gold medalist Chloe Kim in a simple, age-appropriate way that will help children develop word recognition and reading skills. Includes a table of contents, author biography, timeline, glossary, index, and other informative backmatter.
The My Itty-Bitty Bio series are biographies for the earliest readers. This book examines the life of Russian professional ice hockey player Alexander Ovechkin in a simple, age-appropriate way that will help children develop word recognition and reading skills. Includes a table of contents, author biography, timeline, glossary, index, and other informative backmatter.
The My Itty-Bitty Bio series are biographies for the earliest readers. This book examines the life of professional tennis player Naomi Osaka in a simple, age-appropriate way that will help children develop word recognition and reading skills. Includes a table of contents, author biography, timeline, glossary, index, and other informative backmatter.
An elementary introduction to the life, work, and popularity of Kevin Durant, a professional basketball star for the Oklahoma City Thunder known for being a perennial high scorer.
An elementary introduction to the life, work, and popularity of Calvin Johnson, a professional football star wide receiver for the Detroit Lions who is known as “Megatron.”
The story of Anne Frank and her diary is one of the world's most important and well-known, but less is known about the woman who sheltered Anne and her family for years and, ultimately, rescued Anne's diary from Nazi clutches. Miep Gies was a woman who rose to bravery when humanity needed it and risked everything for her neighbors. It is because of Miep we know Anne Frank--and now, this is Miep's story.
Escaping persecution for being Jewish, the Baline family fled Russia and arrived by ship in New York City harbor in September 1893. Little Israel Isidore Baline is only five years old. After arriving at Ellis Island, the first stop for all immigrants, Israel and his family are ready to begin a new life in America. His family settles in the Lower East Side and soon Israel (now nicknamed Izzy) starts school. And while he learns English, he is not a very good student. According to his teachers he daydreams and sings in class. But while these may not be traits that are helpful in the classroom, these are wonderful tools for a budding singer and composer. And by the time that Izzy (now known as Irving) is a young man, he is well on his way to becoming one of the most well-known composers in America. This vivid picture-book biography examines the life of Irving Berlin, the distinguished artist whose songs, including "God Bless America," continue to be popular today.
Teach students about significant African Americans and how their actions have helped shape US history. With this biography, students will learn about Thurgood Marshall and how his fight for civil rights for African Americans helped change unfair laws. Colorful images, supporting text, a glossary, table of contents, and index all work together to help readers better understand the content and be fully engaged from cover to cover. This informative, colorful book uses primary sources to captivate readers as they learn social studies topics.
Teach students about significant African Americans and how their actions shaped United States history. With this biography, students will learn about Rosa Parks and her actions that helped spark the civil rights movement. Colorful images, supporting text, a glossary, table of contents, and index all work together to help readers better understand the content and be fully engaged from cover to cover. This informative, colorful book uses primary sources to captivate readers as they learn social studies topics.
Early readers will gain insight and understand why we celebrate George Washington's inspiring life and incredible accomplishments in this appealing nonfiction title. With captivating images, supportive text, and an accessible table of contents, glossary, and index, readers will be engaged from cover to cover!
