In My First Look at French, beginning readers follow the narrative of a French-speaking character through a typical day. Labels on real-life photos introduce common French words. Each label lists the English word, as well as the French word and its pronunciation. An introduction gives more insight into the language, and a guide at the beginning of the book teaches readers and caregivers how to navigate the book’s features. Translations of colors, numbers, and common phrases further teach readers useful French language terms. Children can learn more about French online using our safe search engine that provides relevant, age-appropriate websites. My First Look at French also features reading tips for teachers and parents, a table of contents, and an index.
In Freight Trains, beginning readers will learn how freight trains run, where their locomotives take them, what kinds of freight they carry, and the different kinds of freight train cars that carry these goods. Vibrant, full-color photos and carefully leveled text will engage young readers as they learn about freight trains and their use. A labeled diagram introduces different freight train cars, while a picture glossary reinforces new vocabulary. Children can learn more about freight trains online using our safe search engine that provides relevant, age-appropriate websites. Freight Trains also features reading tips for teachers and parents, a table of contents, and an index.
In City Trains, beginning readers will learn about city train and subway systems, such as the New York City Subway and Chicago 'L' that transport people in busy cities, both under and above crowded streets. Vibrant, full-color photos and carefully leveled text will engage young readers as they learn about city trains and their use. A labeled New York City Subway map shows readers where the subway runs in the city's boroughs, while a picture glossary reinforces new vocabulary. Children can learn more about city trains online using our safe search engine that provides relevant, age-appropriate websites. City Trains also features reading tips for teachers and parents, a table of contents, and an index.
In High-Speed Trains, beginning readers will learn about different high-speed trains around the world, including maglev trains, and how fast they carry passengers to their destinations. Vibrant, full-color photos and carefully leveled text will engage young readers as they learn about high-speed trains and their use. A labeled diagram explains how magnets make maglev trains float, while a picture glossary reinforces new vocabulary. Children can learn more about high-speed trains online using our safe search engine that provides relevant, age-appropriate websites. High-Speed Trains also features reading tips for teachers and parents, a table of contents, and an index.
A baby panda narrates the story of its life, describing how physical features, diet, habitat and familial relationships play a role in its growth and development.
A baby kangaroo narrates the story of its life, describing how physical features, diet, habitat and familial relationships play a role in its growth and development.
A baby panda narrates the story of its life, describing how physical features, diet, habitat and familial relationships play a role in its growth and development.
A basic exploration of the appearance, behaviors, and origins of werewolves, the shapeshifting mythological creatures known for their strength. Also included is a story from folklore about thieves who become cursed as werewolves.
A basic exploration of the appearance, behaviors, and origins of unicorns, the spiral-horned mythological creatures known for their benevolence. Also included is a story from folklore about a unicorn’s generosity.
A basic exploration of the appearance, behaviors, and origins of leprechauns, the small, humanlike mythological creatures known for their mischievousness. Also included is a story from folklore about how a leprechaun tricked a farmer.
A basic exploration of the appearance, behaviors, and origins of mermaids, the aquatic mythological creatures known for their singing. Also included is a story from folklore about how a mermaid returned a beggar’s kindness.
A basic exploration of the appearance, behaviors, and origins of vampires, the nocturnal mythological creatures known for drinking blood. Also included is a story from folklore about a vampire-hunting dhampir.
Get the ball rolling with this high-interest introduction to basketball, the sport known for its hoops and orange balls. Also included is a biographical story about professional basketball player and coach Becky Hammon.
A basic exploration of the appearance, behaviors, and origins of dragons, the scaly mythological creatures known for their ability to fly. Also included is a story from folklore about the defeat of a dragon named Lindwurm.
A biography in rhyme relates the story of Olympic swimmer and Syrian refugee Yusra Mardini.
Get the ball rolling with this high-interest introduction to tennis, the sport known for its low nets and rackets. Also included is a biographical story about professional tennis players Venus and Serena Williams.
When a child makes a wish, where does it go? Like a tiny seed carried on the wind, a wish journeys through adversity, takes root, and grows.
Read through this book to watch what grows in a garden environment.
Bird eggs come in so many beautiful colors, sizes, and shapes, but best of all is what’s inside them!
A kindergarten-level introduction to the self-propelled vehicles known as skateboards, covering their purpose, parts, and operation, and such defining features as their decks and trucks.
A kindergarten-level introduction to the motorized vehicles known as jet skis, covering their purpose, parts, and operation, and such defining features as their throttles and footwells.
A kindergarten-level introduction to the motorized vehicles known as snowmobiles, covering their purpose, parts, and operation, and such defining features as their skis and tracks.
A kindergarten-level introduction to the self-propelled vehicles known as bicycles, covering their purpose, parts, and operation, and such defining features as their wheels and handlebars.
A kindergarten-level introduction to the vehicles known as scooters, covering their purpose, parts, and operation, and such defining features as their decks and brakes.
The polar bear is known by many names in different languages—White Bear, Ice Bear, Sea Bear. It is Sailor of the Icebergs, Whale’s Curse, Seal’s Dread. It is the animal deserving of great respect, the Ever-wandering One, the Master of Helping Spirits, Grandfather, or God’s Dog. Whatever its name, what is certain is that this majestic, Arctic animal is threatened by extinction and in need of human protection before it disappears from our world forever.
