This retelling of the Panamanian folktale recounts the story of a tortoise and a monkey who learn a lesson about friendship while competing in a winner-take-all speed race.
This retelling of the Colombian myth of Bochica recounts the story of the creator of the world and its people and Chibchacum, a lesser god whose hunger for power leads him to rebellion, punishment, and repentance.
This retelling of an ancient Mayan folktale describes how the peacock got its beautiful feathers.
This retelling of the Ecuadorian tale of Munay follows a young girl whose pureness of heart helps her find the healing water that will save the prince of the Sapa Inca.
This retelling of the classic Mexican folktale follows Pedro, who overcomes his fear of coyotes after an encounter in which he proves the animal is not so smart after all.
Paul was a big bundle of joy when he was born. The trouble was, he grew so big that he couldn't fit in the house! What did his parents do when he became taller than the trees? Paul Bunyan was an American problem-solver who figured out big ways to live a big life. Includes a support page of teaching tips for caregivers and teachers. Downloadable Teacher's Notes available.
Johnathan Chapman loved apples so much, he dedicated his life to them. He also loved the animals and children he met on his travels around America. How did one man plant so many apple trees? Best known as Johnny Appleseed, he came to be loved and trusted by many. Includes a support page of teaching tips for caregivers and teachers. Downloadable Teacher's Notes available.
Martha Jane Cannary rode wild horses before she could walk. She could shoot a target from miles away at the age of five. What else did this brave woman do to deserve the name Calamity Jane? She definitely made her mark as she traveled America's Wild West. Includes a support page of teaching tips for caregivers and teachers. Downloadable Teacher's Notes available.
It is no ordinary baby who climbs out of a cradle and starts walking the day he is born. Davy was larger than other children, and he was stronger, too. So strong that he could throw gators and ride bears! Davy Crockett was a powerful force on America's wild frontier. Includes a support page of teaching tips for caregivers and teachers. Downloadable Teacher's Notes available.
Baby John was bigger and stronger than other kids. He could eat and talk from the day he was born! Who did this bigger-than-life boy grow up to be? A bigger-than-life man who helped build America with a hammer in his hand. Includes a support page of teaching tips for caregivers and teachers. Downloadable Teacher's Notes available.
Does the Loch Ness Monster exist? This title explains what a cryptid is, then examines the Loch Ness Monster, including supposed sightings both modern and historic, researchers who investigate sightings, those who use modern technology and scientific methods to find the Loch Ness Monster, and a museum that displays Loch Ness Monster artifacts. Includes a map of Loch Ness Monster sightings. Aligned to Common Core standards and correlated to state standards.
Does the Mongolian Death Worm exist? This title explains what a cryptid is, then examines the Mongolian Death Worm, including supposed sightings, scientists who study and search for it, and those who believe it is not even a worm. Includes a map of Mongolian Death Worm sightings. Aligned to Common Core standards and correlated to state standards.
Does the Mothman exist? This title explains what a cryptid is, then examines the Mothman, including supposed sightings both modern and historic, scientists who research to determine whether the Mothman is real, and a museum that displays Mothman artifacts. Includes a map of Mothman sightings. Aligned to Common Core standards and correlated to state standards.
Does the Jersey Devil exist? This title explains what a cryptid is, then examines the Jersey Devil, including supposed sightings both modern and historic, groups who search for it, researchers who investigate sightings, and those who study physical evidence that is said to have come from the Jersey Devil. Includes a map of Jersey Devil sightings. Aligned to Common Core standards and correlated to state standards.
Does Bigfoot exist? This title explains what a cryptid is, then examines the cryptid Bigfoot, including supposed sightings both modern and historic, groups who search for it, researchers who investigate sightings, and those who study physical evidence that is said to have come from Bigfoot. Includes a map of Bigfoot sightings. Aligned to Common Core standards and correlated to state standards.
Does the Chupacabra exist? This title explains what a cryptid is, then examines the Chupacabra, including supposed sightings, researchers who investigate the Chupacabra, and those who study physical evidence that is said to have come from a Chupacabra. Includes a map of Chupacabra sightings. Aligned to Common Core standards and correlated to state standards.
Is it a monster or a myth surfacing in Scotland's Loch Ness? This book first details the creature called Nessie, and then questions its existence. Young readers get to review information offered by both eyewitnesses and scientists. Will it be enough to form an opinion?
Are flying objects piloted by aliens or an active imagination? This book first tells what spotters see and encounter, and then explores UFOs without the extraterrestrial element. Young readers get to wonder about aliens. Will they choose to believe in another form of intelligent life?
Are the most-wanted monsters in North America fugitives or frauds? This book first presents bigfoot according to eyewitness testimony, and then with reasonable doubt. Young readers get to decide if they believe spotters or skeptics. Will one side show that it has a stronger case?
In The Yeti Who Coughed Up Confetti, a yeti coughs up colorful birthday confetti. The vets try to solve the problem with a birthday wish. In the Magical Pet Vet series, join Taye, Marta, and Emily on their wild adventures with some of the magical world's most misunderstood creatures. These creatures have problems, and the vet team is determined to solve them. This graphic novel series includes educational callouts that explore STEM and SEL concepts the team encounters.
In The Unicorn with the Candy Cane Horn, a sad unicorn shows up at the clinic. The unicorn can only make a rainbow orange, white, and brown, and the vets need to figure out what, or who, is behind the problem. The unicorn and an angry leprechaun need to resolve some conflict to fix things. In the Magical Pet Vet series, join Taye, Marta, and Emily on their wild adventures with some of the magical world's most misunderstood creatures. These creatures have problems, and the vet team is determined to solve them. This graphic novel series includes educational callouts that explore STEM and SEL concepts the team encounters.
From crop circles to taking Earth's natural resources, we don't know what aliens might be looking for. Could you survive an alien attack? Find out what they might want and how you can fight back. This engaging hi-lo book draws in 5th and 6th grade readers with gripping content while a 2nd to 3rd grade reading level makes the information accessible. It's a roaring good time!
Some people say vampires are very clever and blend in well. Could you spot one before it came for your blood? Find out how you can identify a vampire and the ways you can fight back. This engaging hi-lo book draws in 5th and 6th grade readers with gripping content while a 2nd to 3rd grade reading level makes the information accessible. It's a roaring good time!
If you're lucky, you'll hear about the zombie outbreak before it spreads too far. Could you survive a zombie apocalypse? Find out what you need to know about zombies and how you can fight back. This engaging hi-lo book draws in 5th and 6th grade readers with gripping content while a 2nd to 3rd grade reading level makes the information accessible. It's a roaring good time!
From the moon landing to aliens visiting Earth, space is full of mysteries. But some things can be explained with science. Learn about the scientific method and how it can help you discover the truth. Get ready to blow up some totally-not-true space myths.
