For Jasper, life as a sasquatch isn't too bad. He has a nice house in the woods where he lives alone. Just the way he likes it. Being around other animals can be a little stressful. So Jasper keeps to himself, and life is good, even if some days are a bit lonely. To keep himself busy, Jasper decides to grow a turnip garden. It's hard work but it's very satisfying. With caretaking, the garden should yield a bountiful crop of yummy turnips. But one morning, just as the turnips are almost ready for harvest . . . disaster! Hungry deer have swooped in to eat Jasper's garden!
After traveling down a winding road, a pickup truck pulling a trailer stops at a farm. When the trailer opens, an old horse steps out. Old Blue, alone, unsure, and trying hard to be brave, has arrived at a horse rescue farm. But what will happen here?
The work at The Bakers Dozen bakery goes like clockwork--all twelve bakers have a job to do, and the jobs are completed without a hitch. When a new chef shows up looking for a spot on the team, and with a tempting treat too, the bakers insist The Bakers Dozen is "twelve, no more!" Even if the doughnuts do look delicious... Luckily, the new chef knows something surprising about a baker's dozen. This fun, rhyming read includes a doughnut recipe--and reminds readers that the more, the merrier!
One boy tries his hardest to do what is expected of him, but his brain just refuses to cooperate. Today it's a DINOSAUR! And tomorrow a raging bull. Who knows what might come next? In the midst of a hurricane-brain, his family pulls him back to calmer waters. The boy learns to use his unique moods and mind-sets to their best advantage, stay flexible, and, when in doubt, ask for help. This Own Voices, Own Stories Grand Prize Winner gives readers an authentic glimpse into what life can feel like for kids with autism, ADHD, and other neurodivergent traits.
Ava does not love dresses. They poke and pinch, squish and squash. They just do not feel good to her. But after Ava and her family are invited to a quinceañera celebration, her mother thinks they need to go shopping for a new dress. After trying on dress (too itchy) after dress (too poofy) after dress (too silly), Ava finally finds what she does want to wear. It's a bright and sparkly tuxedo pantsuit. It's perfect! Her mother tells her that she will be the only girl not wearing a dress. And that's just fine with Ava. But what happens when they get to the party?
In this Little Blossom story, Adell is faced with learning a new dance step, but it's hard! What will she do? Uses decodable text and a repetition of sight words to increase readability. Focuses on the phonics skill of decoding syllables that start with a schwa sound.
Mugs the pup isn't good at taking pills, but he needs his pill! What will Mom do? Uses decodable text and a repetition of sight words to increase readability. Focuses on the phonics skill of decoding consonant digraphs.
In this Little Blossom Stories book, Joe looks everywhere for his missing tablet. He gets a surprise when he finally finds it. Uses decodable text and a repetition of sight words to increase readability. Focuses on the phonics skill of decoding the prefix un-. Original illustrations help guide readers through the story.
In Understanding Investing, readers will explore how investments work, what influences investment decisions, and how to weigh the risks that may come with making certain investments. Dive into the world of finance with complicated-topics-made-easy to encourage thoughtful financial decision-making in each chapter.
In Using Credit, readers will explore the concept of credit, potential risks and rewards that come with using it, and how it can be used strategically to contribute to financial well-being. Dive into the world of finance with complicated-topics-made-easy to encourage thoughtful financial decision-making in each chapter.
In this Little Blossom Stories book, when James's uncle brings him a cute little turtle, James learns an important lesson about caring for animals. Uses decodable text and a repetition of sight words to increase readability. Focuses on the phonics skill of decoding -le syllables. Original illustrations help guide readers through the story.
In Planning for Financial Risk, readers will explore what financial risks they may face and how they can plan ahead for those risks responsibly. Dive into the world of finance with complicated-topics-made-easy to encourage thoughtful financial decision-making in each chapter.
In this Little Blossom Stories book, when Jack asks for a cool new video game, he learns that it takes hard work to get something you want. Uses decodable text and a repetition of sight words to increase readability. Focuses on the phonics skill of decoding the prefix pre-. Original illustrations help guide readers through the story.
In Inflation and Cost of Living, readers will explore the connections between inflation, supply and demand, and cost of living. Readers will learn how the government measures and manages inflation, along with how to make financial decisions within its confines. Dive into the world of finance with complicated-topics-made-easy to encourage thoughtful financial decision-making in each chapter.
In Earning Income, readers will explore the many different means of earning income, the concept of income tax, and how to utilize income to meet financial goals. Dive into the world of finance with complicated-topics-made-easy to encourage thoughtful financial decision-making in each chapter.
In this Little Blossom Stories book, Emily experiences many different emotions during one day at school. Uses decodable text and a repetition of sight words to increase readability. Focuses on the phonics skill of decoding the suffix -ly. Original illustrations help guide readers through the story.
In Budgeting and Saving, readers will explore how budgeting and saving can contribute to their own financial growth. Dive into the world of finance with complicated-topics-made-easy to encourage thoughtful financial decision-making in each chapter.
In Buying Goods and Services, readers will explore how to make responsible spending choices based on both individual values and outside influences. Dive into the world of finance with complicated-topics-made-easy to encourage thoughtful financial decision-making in each chapter.
Min is happy with her new hat. Find out why in this hi-lo decodable chapter book for early readers. This book uses sequenced phonics skills and sight words to help developing readers. Original illustrations guide readers through the story.
In this Little Blossom Stories book, Glen and Clem lead the Plant Club on a spring outing to plant flowers in the park. Uses decodable text, a repetition of sight words, and vowel sounds to increase readability. Focuses on the phonics skill of decoding consonant blends. Original illustrations help guide readers through the story.
How do we talk about religion? This book breaks down the topic of religion for young readers. Filled with engaging photos and captions, this series opens up opportunities for deeper thought and informed conversation. Guided exploration of topics in 21st Century Junior Library's signature style helps readers to Look, Think, Ask Questions, Make Guesses, and Create as they go!
How do we talk about racism? This book breaks down the topic of racism for young readers. Filled with engaging photos and captions, this series opens up opportunities for deeper thought and informed conversation. Guided exploration of topics in 21st Century Junior Library's signature style helps readers to Look, Think, Ask Questions, Make Guesses, and Create as they go!
How do we talk about the different ways that families can look? This book breaks down the topic of family for young readers. Filled with engaging photos and captions, this series opens up opportunities for deeper thought and informed conversation. Guided exploration of topics in 21st Century Junior Library's signature style helps readers to Look, Think, Ask Questions, Make Guesses, and Create as they go!
How do we talk about disability? This book breaks down the topic of disability for young readers. Filled with engaging photos and captions, this series opens up opportunities for deeper thought and informed conversation. Guided exploration of topics in 21st Century Junior Library's signature style helps readers to Look, Think, Ask Questions, Make Guesses, and Create as they go!
How do we talk about death? This book breaks down the topic of death for young readers. Filled with engaging photos and captions, this series opens up opportunities for deeper thought and informed conversation. Guided exploration of topics in 21st Century Junior Library's signature style helps readers to Look, Think, Ask Questions, Make Guesses, and Create as they go!
