Josephine Baker was a well-known performer. But what many people don’t realize is that during World War II, this global superstar was a top spy for France! In this graphic nonfiction title, vibrant illustrations show how Josephine smuggled enemy secrets on musical scores to help the Allies to victory, while historical quotes help Josephine tell the story in her own words. Special features such as a map and a timeline reinforce the text. Reluctant readers will love seeing Josephine’s daring spywork take center stage in this thrilling title!
Harriet Tubman is known for her work on the Underground Railroad. But she was also an important spy in the Union Army during the Civil War. In this graphic nonfiction title, readers will learn about her daring exploits to help the Union achieve victory in its fight against slavery. Detailed illustrations and engaging captions bring the events of this story to life on the page. A timeline, a map, and real-life quotes add additional historical detail for readers to explore.
The Muscogee are one of the largest Native American Nations. They are originally from the Southeastern woodlands of the United States. Today, Muscogee people are members of tribes located in Oklahoma, Alabama, Georgia, and Florida. Through carefully leveled text, readers will learn about ancestral Muscogee, their life before and after European contact, Muscogee life today, and how they continue to celebrate their culture. Additional features profile a famous Muscogee person, show important events on a timeline, and more.
The Nez Perce are a nation of Native American people. Their homelands span across what is now Idaho, Oregon, and Washington. Today, Nez Perce people continue to celebrate their nation’s traditions and culture on the Nez Perce Tribe’s reservation and beyond. This title introduces readers to the Nez Perce and their ancestral lifestyle, history, present-day life and culture, challenges the people face, and how they work to overcome them. Readers will learn additional information through maps, timelines, fascinating fact sidebars, and more.
The Ojibwe are among the largest Native American nations today. There are dozens of bands throughout the United States and Canada. In this title, readers will learn about how the Ojibwe once lived, what happened to them after European contact, how they live and celebrate their culture today, and some challenges they face. Additional features highlight a famous Ojibwe person, map Ojibwe homelands and present-day reservations, and much more.
The Chumash are Native American peoples from present-day California. Their history in the region spans around 13,000 years! In this title, readers learn about the traditional lifestyle, history, present-day life, and continuing traditions of the Chumash through leveled text and crisp, labeled photographs. Additional features such as a timeline, maps, fascinating facts, and more present readers with more information to foster an engaging and informative reading experience.
The Nile River runs south to north through 11 African countries! This title welcomes readers to explore the Nile’s route through wetlands and the Savanna Desert all the way to the Mediterranean Sea. Vibrant photos and thoughtfully leveled text detail how the river formed, as well as its importance to the wildlife and humans around it. Special features provide in-depth descriptions of major events and human-made structures along the Nile River.
The Yangtze River is the longest river in Asia! It is known by different names as it flows through China. In this title, fluent readers will explore the river and its over 700 tributaries. Crisp photos show the landscape and wildlife supported by the Yangtze. Leveled text highlights the human history of the river and the present-day impact of people on its waters. Features add details about the river’s formation, cultural significance, and more.
Every year, millions of Hindus travel to the Ganges River. This title welcomes readers to explore this holy river’s spiritual and life-sustaining significance. Crisp photos show the river’s path, including major tributaries, confluences, and the delta. Leveled text highlights wildlife supported by the river. Features add details about the river’s formation and timeline. The title concludes by sharing the severe impact of humans on the Ganges and some ways people are working to protect the river.
The Mississippi River is a migration route for more than 325 bird species! In this title, readers will dive into the river’s history and its reach across much of the United States. The wildlife and land along the river’s path are brought to life in the leveled text and colorful photos. A story feature highlights Mark Twain’s work inspired by the river, and other features map the river’s path, highlight historic events, and more. The book concludes by sharing how humans affect the mighty Mississippi River.
The Amazon River has earned the nickname “river sea.” Some areas are so wide that people are unable to see from one riverbank to the other! In this title, engaging text and crisp photos immerse readers in the land, plants, and animals along the river’s path. A timeline feature highlights human events on and around the river. The book concludes with a focus on present-day human activity and how it affects the Amazon River.
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!
Vaccines have been used for more than 1,000 years! The first vaccine was made to protect people against smallpox. Today, vaccines help protect people from many diseases and illnesses. This title walks readers through the history of vaccines, how they work and impact our lives, and what we may expect in the future. Features highlight an inventor and a specific vaccine, show how many vaccines work, and more. Readers will have a new appreciation for this life-saving invention!
In 1943, Jan Baalsrud traversed the icy mountains and fjords of Nazi-occupied Norway. The journey was fraught with danger, but Baalsrud received plenty of help along the way. This graphic nonfiction title traces his treacherous voyage, including his interactions with the Nazis, his battle with the elements, and his journey to safety. Actual quotes bring history to the page, a map shows off Baalsrud’s route, and a timeline helps readers trace his path to survival.
Tornadoes move at speeds of up to 300 miles per hour. They can be deadly. On May 22, 2011, one such tornado touched down near the town of Joplin, Missouri. Readers will learn the details of the event and its aftermath in this hi/lo title. Special features such as a map and a scale help readers to understand exactly how devastating the Joplin tornado was.
On January 12, 2010, a 7.0-magnitude earthquake rocked the country of Haiti. The damage trapped thousands of people under rubble and toppled more than 100,000 buildings. In this hi/lo text, reluctant readers will learn about the earthquake and its aftermath. Special features show a map of the areas affected, the shockwave of the earthquake, and a timeline of the events.
In 2005, Hurricane Katrina swept through the Gulf of Mexico, leaving destruction in its wake. Winds of 125 miles per hour and storm surges as high as 19 feet tall pounded coastlines, displacing millions of people from their homes. In this hi/lo title, reluctant readers will learn about the events of this disaster and its aftermath. Special features including a chart and a map show the extent of devastation caused by the hurricane.
On December 26, 2004, an enormous earthquake ripped through the Indian Ocean. This triggered a series of massive tsunami waves, some as high as 100 feet tall. In this hi/lo text, readers will learn about the events that caused the tsunami as well as the effects it had on the areas it struck. Features illustrate how a tsunami starts as well as how much destruction the tsunami caused.
The coronavirus pandemic brought the world to a standstill. Billions of lives were impacted as the deadly virus spread around the globe. In this title, reluctant readers will learn about the spread of the virus, the effects that it had, and the taken efforts to slow its spread. Special features show the timeline of events, a map of areas affected, and a list of items useful in protecting oneself from the coronavirus.
