Many of the things we throw away end up in landfills. Some of it winds up in our forests and waterways. As landfills pile high and pollution trashes our planet, Earth is in danger. Learn how the little things can add up to reduce waste and save the world.
From how we throw away trash to the ways we use electricity, our habits affect the size of our carbon footprint. The bigger our carbon footprint, the more greenhouse gas is in the air. This contributes to climate change. How can we help the planet? Simple actions we can take every day can make a big difference! Learn how changing our habits can save the world.
From rivers and streams to mountains and forests, life on Earth is all balanced around ecosystems. However, ecosystems are being polluted. How can we help the planet? Simple actions we can take every day can make a big difference! Learn how the little things can add up to save ecosystems and the world.
From the foods that we eat to the ways we make them, our food waste affects the size of our carbon footprint. The bigger our carbon footprint, the more greenhouse gas is in the air. This contributes to climate change. How can we help the planet? Simple actions we can take every day can make a big difference! Learn how ditching food waste can minimize our carbon footprint and save the world.
Technology solves problems to make our lives better. From telephones to video games, who do we have to thank for our favorite technological wonders? Follow along with engaging illustrations, captivating photos, and fun text to learn all about the scientists, engineers, and inventors who were brilliant people with big ideas.
Explores the value of curiosity through the lens of Nikola Tesla. An engineer and inventor known for his creativity and imagination, Nikola Tesla exemplified curiosity through his fantastical inventions. Vivid images and a helpful diagram will aid in comprehension.
Explores the value of determination through the lens of Thomas Edison. An American inventor who came to hold a record number of patents, Thomas Edison exemplified determination through his rags-to-riches story and dedication to making inventions work. Vivid images and a helpful diagram will aid in comprehension.
¿Sabías que el Tiranosaurio era el dinosaurio come carne más feroz? No era el más grande, pero era enorme – 7 toneladas (6.5 toneladas métricas) de monstruosidad. Con más de 40 pies (12 m) de largo, fue un asesino inteligente con una visión aguda. Aprende todo sobre estas criaturas prehistóricas y los paleontólogos que los estudian.
¿Sabías que los científicos que estudian los volcanes se llaman volcanólogos? Conoce los tres tipos principales de volcanes: cono de ceniza, volcanes escudo y volcanes compuestos. Las ilustraciones increíbles realísticas y las cajas informativas de estadística, llenas con datos interesantes, hacen este libro de 24 páginas divertido y emocionantes para los jóvenes entusiastas de la ciencia de edades 4 para arriba!
How do you stay safe in different types of weather? Learn how and why to stay safe in different kinds of storms and everyday weather, including extreme hot and cold temperatures. Vibrant, full-color photos and carefully leveled text engage young readers as they learn about weather safety.
Learn how AI helps doctors analyze patient information, diagnose illnesses, assists with surgeries, and how this technology could transform the medical field. Beautiful, crisp, full-color photographs complement the text and aid readers' comprehension.
Learn how a wide variety of entertainment industries, such as the movie industry, are using AI. Beautiful, crisp, full-color photographs complement the text and aid readers' comprehension.
This fun, colorful book describes basic rules for what to do and what not to do to be safe on your cell phone and online.
Earth was a lot different when dinosaurs were alive. Scientists study important clues that were left behind to learn what kinds of dinosaurs lived where, what they ate, and how fast they could run. Even though there have been incredible changes on Earth, there are still dinosaur relatives living today!
In Rover, readers will learn about what a rover does to help scientists explore space. Text written in simple sentences that help develop word recognition and improve reading skills.
Graders are construction machines that move dirt and other ground materials. This carefully leveled title introduces readers to graders while building reading skills and confidence. Colorful action photos maintain readers’ interest. Features highlight a grader’s main jobs and parts with images and labels. Photo labels and a photo glossary identify and define words that are specific to graders.
Earth movers are construction machines that move big loads. This title introduces beginning readers to the general jobs earth movers can do. It also provides examples of specific earth movers, such as bulldozers, backhoes, and dump trucks. Features highlight the main jobs of earth movers and the main parts of the three specific machines that are highlighted.
Diggers, or excavators, are important machines that help on many construction sites. This title for beginning readers introduces the jobs and parts of these machines. Readers will learn where diggers work, what they do, and what tools they use to do jobs through approachable text and engaging photos. Features highlight the main jobs and parts of excavators, while a photo glossary defines subject-specific words.
Dump trucks are big, strong trucks that move heavy loads. Beginning readers are introduced to the jobs and parts of dump trucks in this fun and colorful title. Leveled text allows readers to gain confidence. Features built their comprehension by summarizing the jobs and parts highlighted in the text. Photo labels and a photo glossary identify and define terms specific to dump trucks and construction.
Concrete mixers are big trucks that have important jobs. They help build many of the buildings and roads we use every day! This title introduces beginning readers to the jobs and parts of concrete mixers. Carefully leveled text and vibrant photos keep readers’ interest. Features summarize the jobs and parts of these construction machines. A photo glossary helps readers understand new terms.
Cranes are tall construction machines that lift heavy loads. This title takes readers to new heights as it introduces the many jobs and parts of cranes. Approachable text and matching photos aid in reading comprehension and build an interest in reading. Bolded glossary terms and a photo glossary identify and define new terms. Features summarize the jobs and parts of these huge construction machines.
A big pile of dirt needs to be flattened. A bulldozer can get the job done! Beginning readers will learn about the jobs and parts of bulldozers in this title. An opening narrative puts a bulldozer on a job site. Leveled text and colorful photos build reading interest and skills. Features summarize a bulldozer’s main jobs and parts. Photo labels and a photo glossary help readers identify subject-specific terms.
The world is full of amazing animals in all shapes and sizes. This series brings these animals to the library and introduces young readers to the wonders of the animal kingdom! Beginning readers will learn about each animal through leveled text and bright, colorful photographs. Special features highlight the range, habitats, life span, food web, and appearance of each animal to help readers retain what they have learned. Students are sure to go wild for these fun books!
Firefighters have arrived. They skillfully put out the flames! Firefighters are important workers who keep our communities safe. This title introduces readers to the job duties of firefighters as well as some of the tools they use to get the job done. Readers will find carefully leveled text and crisp photos. A fact page provides readers with a summary of what they learned. A photo glossary helps readers understand subject-specific terms.
Construction workers build many things. They build houses and offices. They make roads and bridges. This title for beginning readers highlights the importance of construction workers in our communities. Leveled text helps readers gain skills and confidence. Photo labels reinforce new words, and a photo glossary defines subject-specific terms. A fact page summarizes the book with photos and simple labels.
