The famous waltz “The Blue Danube,” was inspired by the Danube River! This fun fact and more are included in this title as readers learn about the river’s journey through ten European countries. Leveled text highlights the surrounding landscape and wildlife. Human history and present-day activity are also discussed, including major cities and environmental threats. Special features show the river’s cultural impact, highlight human-made structures, and more. Colorful photos share the unique beauty of the Danube River!
Fondue is one of Switzerland’s most popular foods! Raclette is another delicious cheese dish. Readers will discover this and more in this fact-filled title about Switzerland. Simple text and stunning photos guide readers through the country’s landscape, culture, and traditions. Special features map the country, highlight the language, show off favorite foods, and more. A detailed profile at the end of the book puts important statistics about Switzerland in one place.
Belgium is one of the smallest countries in Europe. But this small country has a big reputation for its tasty chocolates and waffles! In this title, leveled text and bright photos will introduce readers to Belgium’s landscape, customs, daily life, and more. Special features highlight a famous landform, the language, animals, and more. Readers will enjoy exploring this fascinating country! The book ends with two pages of important statistics that highlight a famous person, the country’s flag, and more.
With this title, readers will go on safari in Nepal's jungles! This book covers how and where safari-goers can encounter several animals of Nepal. The title is complete with colorful images, simple text, and a list of exciting safari adventures.
With this title, readers will go on safari in Sri Lanka! This book covers how and where safari-goers can encounter several animals of Sri Lanka. The title is complete with colorful images, simple text, and a list of exciting safari adventures.
With this title, readers will go on safari in the Galapagos Islands! This book covers how and where safari-goers can encounter several animals of the Galapagos. The title is complete with colorful images, simple text, and a list of exciting safari adventures.
With this title, readers will go on safari in Kenya! This book covers how and where safari-goers can encounter several animals of Kenya. The title is complete with colorful images, simple text, and a list of exciting safari adventures.
With this title, readers will go on safari through the Australian Outback! This book covers how and where safari-goers can encounter several animals of the outback. The title is complete with colorful images, simple text, and a list of exciting safari adventures.
With this title, readers will go on safari in Brazil! This book covers how and where safari-goers can encounter several animals of the Amazon in Brazil. The title is complete with colorful images, simple text, and a list of exciting safari adventures.
This transitional reader title gives information about how and why tsunamis happen, where they most commonly happen, their effects, and tsunami safety. This series is at a Level 3 and is written specifically for transitional readers.
This transitional reader title gives information about how and why volcanic eruptions happen and their effects. This series is at a Level 3 and is written specifically for transitional readers.
This transitional reader title gives information about how and why avalanches happen, their effects, and avalanche safety. This series is at a Level 3 and is written specifically for transitional readers.
This transitional reader title gives information about how and why droughts happen and their effects. This series is at a Level 3 and is written specifically for transitional readers.
This transitional reader title gives information about how and why earthquakes happen, where they most commonly happen, and their effects. This series is at a Level 3 and is written specifically for transitional readers.
This title gives readers several clues that lead up to a specific African animal. The book also notes what animals are not the answer along the way. Readers will enjoy learning about the interesting characteristics of several animals all while strengthening reasoning and reading skills.
This book will introduce readers to Morocco. Readers will learn a little about the country's history, geography, major cities and landmarks, and culture. The title is complete with beautiful images and simple text.
This book will introduce readers to Germany. Readers will learn a little about the country's history, geography, major cities and landmarks, and culture. The title is complete with beautiful images and simple text.
This book will introduce readers to Greece. Readers will learn a little about the country's history, geography, major cities and landmarks, and culture. The title is complete with beautiful images and simple text.
This book will introduce readers to India. Readers will learn a little about the country's history, geography, major cities and landmarks, and culture. The title is complete with beautiful images and simple text. Aligned to Common Core Standards and correlated to state standards. Abdo Kids Jumbo is an imprint of Abdo Kids, a division of ABDO.
This book will introduce readers to Canada. Readers will learn a little about the country's history, geography, major cities and landmarks, and culture. The title is complete with beautiful images and simple text.
This book will introduce readers to France. Readers will learn a little about the country's history, geography, major cities and landmarks, and culture. The title is complete with beautiful images and simple text.
In Rocks, beginning readers will learn to identify different kinds of igneous, metamorphic, and sedimentary rocks. Photos and carefully leveled text provide defining details for each kind, such texture and color. A comprehensive back matter feature quizzes readers, asking them to match each image of a rock with its name. Children can learn more about rocks and how to identify them online using our safe search engine that provides relevant, age-appropriate websites. Rocks also features reading tips for teachers and parents, photo labels, a picture glossary, a table of contents, and an index.
In Clouds, beginning readers will learn to identify different kinds of clouds in the sky. Photos and carefully leveled text provide defining details for each kind, such shape and color, and what kind of weather each can bring. A comprehensive back matter feature quizzes readers, asking them to match each image of a cloud with its name. Cloud name pronunciations are provided. Children can learn more about clouds and how to identify them online using our safe search engine that provides relevant, age-appropriate websites. Clouds also features reading tips for teachers and parents, photo labels, a picture glossary, a table of contents, and an index.
Did you know that 71 percent of Earth is covered in water? Down below, there are all sorts of unknown animals and hidden treasure. Discover totally extreme facts about what's happening below the waves in this fun and kooky book. With engaging hi-lo content to draw in 5th through 6th grade readers and a 2nd to 3rd grade reading level, reading is fun as well as accessible. It's a roaring good time!
Deep valleys and gorges cut across landscapes around the world. But how do they form? And how have we learned to harness power from the deep splits in the ground? Explore more about these landforms with easy-to-understand content tied to the curriculum of upper-elementary and middle school students and text written at a 2nd to 3rd grade reading level. Dyslexia-friendly font and design make learning accessible, and a recap at the end promotes checking for understanding to aid in comprehension. It’s key geology curriculum made approachable for all.
