Explores the value of honesty through the lens of Nelson Mandela. An anti-apartheid freedom fighter who became South Africa's president, Nelson Mandela exemplified honesty by standing up for what he believed in, even when it was difficult. Vivid images and a helpful diagram will aid in comprehension.
Explores the value of kindness through the lens of Fred Rogers. A children's television host who led Mister Rogers' Neighborhood, Fred Rogers exemplified kindness through his treatment of others, his care for his viewers, and the values he highlighted on his show. Vivid images and a helpful diagram will aid in comprehension.
Explores the value of perseverance through the lens of Helen Keller. A blind and deaf child who grew up to be a staunch activist for women's rights, worker's rights, and more, Helen Keller exemplified perseverance through her work to understand the world around her and make it a better place. Vivid images and a helpful diagram will aid in comprehension.
Explores the value of compassion through the lens of Mother Teresa. A Catholic nun who founded hospices, orphanages, and more, Mother Teresa exemplified compassion through her care for the dying and destitute. Vivid images and a helpful diagram will aid in comprehension.
Explores the value of courage through the lens of Harriet Tubman. An escaped slave who put her own life at risk to help other enslaved people find freedom, Harriet Tubman exemplified courage through her work on the Underground Railroad. Vivid images and a helpful diagram will aid in comprehension.
Explores the value of bravery through the lens of Malala Yousafzai. A Nobel Peace Prize winner who fights for girls' education, Malala Yousafzai exemplifies bravery through her fight against the Taliban. Vivid images and a helpful diagram will aid in comprehension.
Showcases women who have contributed to the US military. This book introduces the reader to four such women, describes the trajectory of their careers, and details their unique contributions to their field. Additional features include a table of contents, a fast-facts section, sidebars, an infographic, prompts for critical thinking, a phonetic glossary, an index, information about the author, and sources for further research.
Showcases women who have contributed to the science of outer space. This book introduces the reader to four such women, describes the trajectory of their careers, and details their unique contributions to their field. Additional features include a table of contents, a fast-facts section, sidebars, an infographic, prompts for critical thinking, a phonetic glossary, an index, information about the author, and sources for further research.
Showcases women who have contributed to the field of medicine. This book introduces the reader to four such women, describes the trajectory of their careers, and details their unique contributions to their field. Additional features include a table of contents, a fast-facts section, sidebars, an infographic, prompts for critical thinking, a phonetic glossary, an index, information about the author, and sources for further research.
Showcases women who have contributed to the field of mathematics. This book introduces the reader to four such women, describes the trajectory of their careers, and details their unique contributions to their field. Additional features include a table of contents, a fast-facts section, sidebars, an infographic, prompts for critical thinking, a phonetic glossary, an index, information about the author, and sources for further research.
Showcases women who have contributed to the field of engineering. This book introduces the reader to four such women, describes the trajectory of their careers, and details their unique contributions to their field. Additional features include a table of contents, a fast-facts section, sidebars, an infographic, prompts for critical thinking, a phonetic glossary, an index, information about the author, and sources for further research.
Showcases women who have contributed to the field of computer science. This book introduces the reader to four such women, describes the trajectory of their careers, and details their unique contributions to their field. Additional features include a table of contents, a fast-facts section, sidebars, an infographic, prompts for critical thinking, a phonetic glossary, an index, information about the author, and sources for further research.
Describes the history of the Ellis Island immigration center and its restoration as a national treasure. Additional features include a table of contents, sidebars, infographics, Fast Facts, critical thinking questions, a phonetic glossary, an index, information about the author, and sources for further research.
Learn more about sewer inspectors, including what they do on a typical day, what the grossest parts of the job are, and what technology they use to stay safe and make the job less gross.
Learn more about portable toilet cleaners, including what they do on a typical day, what the grossest parts of the job are, and what technology they use to stay safe and make the job less gross.
Learn more about garbage collectors, including what they do on a typical day, what the grossest part of the job is, and what technology they use to stay safe and make the job less gross.
Explores the geometry of cones using real-world examples such as traffic cones and ice cream cones.
Learn more about compost center operators, including what they do on a typical day, what the grossest parts of the job are, and what technology they use to stay safe and make the job less gross.
When Hector notices litter floating in the pond at the park, Leo the paintbrush teaches him about the importance of respecting nature and the environment. Together, Hector and Leo learn about the different ways we can protect our planet. Additional features to aid comprehension include a table of contents, a section on using respectful words, a S.T.E.A.M. activity, a phonetic glossary, sources for further research including web sites, an index, and an introduction to the author.
Explores how to handle illness, both when oneself is sick, when a loved one is sick, or when a friend is dealing with illness. Additional features include a table of contents, sidebars, an infographic, Fast Facts, questions to inspire further thought, a phonetic glossary, an index, and sources for further research.
Explores how to cope with loss and how to support friends experiencing this situation. Additional features include a table of contents, sidebars, an infographic, Fast Facts, questions to inspire further thought, a phonetic glossary, an index, and sources for further research.
Explores both positive and negative peer pressure and how to handle it. Additional features include a table of contents, sidebars, an infographic, Fast Facts, questions to inspire further thought, a phonetic glossary, an index, and sources for further research.
Explores how to handle family changes such as divorce, illness, loss, new siblings, and more. Additional features include a table of contents, sidebars, an infographic, Fast Facts, questions to inspire further thought, a phonetic glossary, an index, and sources for further research.
Explores how to process and cope with the divorce of one's parents. Additional features include a table of contents, sidebars, an infographic, Fast Facts, questions to inspire further thought, a phonetic glossary, an index, and sources for further research.
Explores how to cope with bullying and seek support. Additional features include a table of contents, sidebars, an infographic, Fast Facts, questions to inspire further thought, a phonetic glossary, an index, and sources for further research.
