This how-to book provides readers with information they need to get started on a career in catering. Included are the history and cultural significance of catering; kitchen tools, terms, and techniques; how to become a caterer; and career paths in catering. Step-by-step recipes help readers practice cooking skills and apply what they've learned. Aligned to Common Core standards and correlated to state standards.
This how-to book provides readers with information they need to get started on a career as a chef in the farm to fork movement. Included are the history and cultural significance of sourcing foods locally; kitchen tools, terms, and techniques; how to become a chef; and career paths as a farm to fork chef. Step-by-step recipes help readers practice cooking skills and apply what they've learned. Aligned to Common Core standards and correlated to state standards.
This how-to book provides readers with information they need to get started on a career in the fast-food and fast-casual industries. Included are the history and cultural significance of fast food; kitchen tools, terms, and techniques; how to become a fast-food professional; and career paths in the fast-food and fast-casual industries. Step-by-step recipes help readers practice cooking skills and apply what they've learned. Aligned to Common Core standards and correlated to state standards.
This how-to book provides readers with information they need to get started on a career in dessert decorating. Included are the history and cultural significance of frosting and icing; kitchen tools, terms, and techniques; how to become a dessert decorator; and career paths in the dessert decorating industry. Step-by-step recipes help readers practice cooking skills and apply what they've learned. Aligned to Common Core standards and correlated to state standards.
This title introduces the very old religion of Judaism. Jewish history is simply explained with the stories of Abraham and Moses along with more recent historical events. Young readers will learn about the Hebrew Bible and the covenants made between God and his people. Important practices and holidays are described in easy-to-understand text paired with colorful photographs. QR Codes in the book give readers access to book-specific resources to further their learning. Aligned to Common Core Standards and correlated to state standards.
This title introduces the recently started major world religion, Sikhism. Young readers will learn about the first ten gurus who shaped the religion as well as the sacred text that serves as the leader of Sikhs today. Daily practices, holidays, and special symbols are explained in easy-to-understand text paired with colorful photographs and illustrations. QR Codes in the book give readers access to book-specific resources to further their learning. Aligned to Common Core Standards and correlated to state standards.
This title introduces Buddhism from its origin to the present day. Readers will be introduced to the ancient Buddha and the monks and nuns of today. Buddhist symbols and rituals are explained in easy-to-understand text paired with bright colorful photographs and illustrations. QR Codes in the book give readers access to book-specific resources to further their learning. Aligned to Common Core Standards and correlated to state standards.
This title introduces Christianity from the birth of Jesus to how it is practiced today. Readers will learn about the different kinds of Christianity, the Holy Bible, and special holidays and events. Christian symbols and rituals are explained in easy-to-understand text paired with colorful photographs and illustrations. QR Codes in the book give readers access to book-specific resources to further their learning. Aligned to Common Core Standards and correlated to state standards.
This title introduces the unique and colorful Hindu religion. Deep concepts of karma and samsara are explained in simple, easy-to-read text. Important gods and goddesses of the religion are displayed in colorful pictures and illustrations. Young readers will learn about special Hindu practices and important places for the followers. QR Codes in the book give readers access to book-specific resources to further their learning. Aligned to Common Core Standards and correlated to state standards.
This title presents Islam from Muhammad's first message to how it is practiced today. Young readers will learn about the Five Pillars of Islam and their meanings. The importance of prayer and the Qur'an are explained in easy-to-understand text paired with colorful photographs and illustrations. QR Codes in the book give readers access to book-specific resources to further their learning. Aligned to Common Core Standards and correlated to state standards.
Have you ever wondered what life was like for individuals and families in the Industrial Revolution? Learn about what their days consisted of, what they ate and wore, and more! A Day in the Life section, prompts for thinking deeper, sidebars, more facts, index, and glossary are also included. QR codes throughout the book will take readers to fun activities, informational links, videos, and more! Aligned to Common Core Standards and correlated to state standards.
Have you ever wondered what life was like for individuals and families living through the Revolutionary War? Learn about what their days consisted of, what they ate and wore, and more! A Day in the Life section, prompts for thinking deeper, sidebars, more facts, index, and glossary are also included. QR codes throughout the book will take readers to fun activities, informational links, videos, and more! Aligned to Common Core Standards and correlated to state standards.
Have you ever wondered what life was like for individuals and families living through World War II? Learn about what their days consisted of, what they ate and wore, and more! A Day in the Life section, prompts for thinking deeper, sidebars, more facts, index, and glossary are also included. QR codes throughout the book will take readers to fun activities, informational links, videos, and more! Aligned to Common Core Standards and correlated to state standards.
Have you ever wondered what life was like for individuals and families living through the Civil War? Learn about what their days consisted of, what they ate and wore, and more! A Day in the Life section, prompts for thinking deeper, sidebars, more facts, index, and glossary are also included. QR codes throughout the book will take readers to fun activities, informational links, videos, and more! Aligned to Common Core Standards and correlated to state standards.
Have you ever wondered what life was like for individuals and families living through the Great Depression? Learn about what their days consisted of, what they ate and wore, and more! A Day in the Life section, prompts for thinking deeper, sidebars, more facts, index, and glossary are also included. QR codes throughout the book will take readers to fun activities, informational links, videos, and more! Aligned to Common Core Standards and correlated to state standards.
Have you ever wondered what life was like for individuals and families living in Colonial America? Learn about what their days consisted of, what they ate and wore, and more! A Day in the Life section, prompts for thinking deeper, sidebars, more facts, index, and glossary are also included. QR codes throughout the book will take readers to fun activities, informational links, videos, and more! Aligned to Common Core Standards and correlated to state standards.
This title will help readers understand the cause, timeline, and aftermath of the Great Chicago Fire. The title is complete with glossary, index, and additional facts. This title is at a Level 3 and is written specifically for transitional readers. Aligned to Common Core Standards & correlated to state standards.
This book explores the world of city trucks and what they're used for, from garbage and recycling collection to street sweeping and watering city plants. Aligned to Common Core Standards and correlated to state standards. Abdo Kids Junior is an imprint of Abdo Kids, a division of ABDO.
In Planters, early fluent readers will learn how planters work to plant crops, including different parts of the machine, how they've changed agriculture, and new technology being implemented. Beautiful, crisp, full-color photographs complement the text.
In Greenhouses, early fluent readers will learn how greenhouses are used to grow crops, how they've have changed agriculture, and new and future innovations, such as hydroponics and vertical farming. Beautiful, crisp, full-color photographs complement the text.
In Milkers, early fluent readers will learn how milkers are used for milking livestock, including different parts of the machine, how milkers have changed agriculture, and new technology being implemented. Beautiful, crisp, full-color photographs complement the text.
In Combines, early fluent readers will learn how combines work to harvest crops, including different parts of the machine, how they've changed agriculture, and new technology being implemented. Beautiful, crisp, full-color photographs complement the text.
Have you ever been to the dentist? Follow along and see what happens during a visit to the dentist. See the life cycle of a butterfly. Watch as it goes through every stage from egg, to caterpillar, to chrysalis, to beautiful butterfly!
In Therapy Horses, beginning readers will learn about horses that work with people with disabilities and special needs. Vibrant, full-color photos and carefully leveled text will engage young readers as they are introduced to horses' behaviors and job responsibilities.
In Farm Horses, beginning readers will learn about horses that work on farms. Vibrant, full-color photos and carefully leveled text will engage young readers as they are introduced to horses' behaviors, training, and job responsibilities.
