Buzzing bees have long been a critical part of habitat all over Earth. But there are fewer flying friends around. Where have all the bees gone. Learn about the dangers that threaten these important animals--from diseases to loss of habitat--and find out what you can do to help protect bees. Carefully leveled text and captivating photos bring the message home: Save the bees!
Take a trip to Japan! Start in the city of Tokyo, where you’ll see the tall Tokyo Tower and the busy Shibuya Crossing. Then, head into nature to see the impressive Mount Fuji or the beautiful cherry blossoms. And don’t forget to eat some sushi! Learn all about Japan as you explore the country through this fun and engaging book.
Take a trip to Malaysia! Start in the city of Kuala Lumpur, where you’ll see tall skyscrapers. Then, head into nature to see stunning stone towers and remarkable rain forests. And don’t forget to say hi to the orangutans and sun bears! Learn all about Malaysia as you explore the country through this fun and engaging book.
Take a trip to Mexico! Start in Mexico City, where you’ll see floating gardens and a famous art museum. Then, stop by a Día de los Muertos celebration and grab some yummy tacos to eat. And don’t forget to visit the ancient city of Chichen Itza! Learn all about Mexico as you explore the country through this fun and engaging book.
Take a trip to China! Start in the city of Beijing, where you’ll find impressive buildings that are both modern and historic. Then, stop by a Chinese New Year celebration and eat some tasty food. And don’t forget to say hi to the pandas! Learn all about China as you explore the country through this fun and engaging book.
Take a trip to England! Start in the city of Manchester, where you can go to a concert or a soccer game. Then, find some fossils on the Jurassic Coast or have a snack at the beach. And don’t forget to take a train ride in the London Underground! Learn all about England as you explore the country through this fun and engaging book.
Take a trip to India! Start in the city of Agra, where you’ll see the famous Taj Mahal. Then, head to a fun Holi celebration or grab some yummy curry to eat. And don’t forget to say hi to the elephants and tigers! Learn all about India as you explore the country through this fun and engaging book.
Take a trip to Australia! Start in the city of Sydney, where you’ll find an impressive bridge and a famous opera house. Then, head into nature to see the beautiful Uluru rock formation and the Great Barrier Reef. And don’t forget to say hi to the kangaroos and koalas! Learn all about Australia as you explore the country through this fun and engaging book.
Take a trip to Chile! Start in the city of Santiago, where you’ll find a supertall building called Sky Constanera. Then, head into nature to see the beautiful Andes mountains. And don’t forget to watch a soccer game or eat an empanada! Learn all about Chile as you explore the country through this fun and engaging book.
Elephants footprints scatter across the forests floor. But there are fewer Asian elephants than ever before. Where have all the elephants gone? Learn about the dangers that threaten these important animals-from deforestation to illegal hunting-and find out what you can do to help protect the elephants. Carefully leveled text and captivating photos bring the message home: Save the Asian elephants!
Sometimes a person with autism might become so overwhelmed they have a hard time controlling themselves. Uh-oh, it’s an emergency! Prepare young readers to empathetically understand and care for a friend with autism who is in distress. Learn what’s happening, how to be a helper, and ways to keep your friend safe and calm. A bright design and carefully crafted text takes fear out of emergencies to make them easier to understand.
Whether writing for herself or speaking to the nation, Amanda Gorman shares her powerful voice. She also helps others speak about what matters most to them. Find out what drives the first National Youth Poet Laureate and the youngest inaugural poet.
This series explores disability in a comprehensive, honest, and age-appropriate way. This book explores the historic landmark legislation of the Americans with Disabilities Act and its implications today. Engaging inquiry-based sidebars encourage students to LOOK, THINK, MAKE A GUESS, ASK QUESTIONS, and CREATE.
This series explores disability in a comprehensive, honest, and age-appropriate way. This book explores what disability means and covers different types of disabilities both visible and invisible. Engaging inquiry-based sidebars encourage students to LOOK, THINK, MAKE A GUESS, ASK QUESTIONS, and CREATE.
The My Itty-Bitty Bio series are biographies for the earliest readers. The series celebrates diversity, covering women and men from a range of backgrounds and professions including immigrants and individuals with disabilities. This book examines the life of Olympic all-around champion Sunisa "Suni" Lee in a simple, age-appropriate way that helps young readers develop word recognition and reading skills.
The My Itty-Bitty Bio series are biographies for the earliest readers. The series celebrates diversity, covering women and men from a range of backgrounds and professions including immigrants and individuals with disabilities. This book examines the life of Sitting Bull, the Teton Dakota chief, in a simple, age-appropriate way that helps young readers develop word recognition and reading skills.
Told in narrative nonfiction, this book teaches young readers how to practice patience. Books help build a foundation for students to develop into capable and compassionate individuals and, through examples, show them how to make the choices that will let them grow their soft skills. All books in the 21st Century Junior Library encourage readers to Look, Think, Make a Guess, Ask Questions, and Create.
This series explores disability in a comprehensive, honest, and age-appropriate way. This book explores service dogs and how they assist their handlers. Engaging inquiry-based sidebars encourage students to LOOK, THINK, MAKE A GUESS, ASK QUESTIONS, and CREATE.
The My Itty-Bitty Bio series are biographies for the earliest readers. The series celebrates diversity, covering women and men from a range of backgrounds and professions including immigrants and individuals with disabilities. This book examines the life of Queen Lili'uokalani, Hawaii's first queen regnant and last sovereign monarch, in a simple, age-appropriate way that helps young readers develop word recognition and reading skills.
Told in narrative nonfiction, this book teaches young readers how to practice self-awareness. Books help build a foundation for students to develop into capable and compassionate individuals and, through examples, show them how to make the choices that will let them grow their soft skills. All books in the 21st Century Junior Library encourage readers to Look, Think, Make a Guess, Ask Questions, and Create.
Told in narrative nonfiction, this book teaches young readers how to handle difficult situations. Books help build a foundation for students to develop into capable and compassionate individuals and, through examples, show them how to make the choices that will let them grow their soft skills. All books in the 21st Century Junior Library encourage readers to Look, Think, Make a Guess, Ask Questions, and Create.
The My Itty-Bitty Bio series are biographies for the earliest readers. The series celebrates diversity, covering women and men from a range of backgrounds and professions including immigrants and individuals with disabilities. This book examines the life of Apache warrior Little Sister Lozen in a simple, age-appropriate way that helps young readers develop word recognition and reading skills.
Told in narrative nonfiction, this book teaches young readers how to understand expectations. Books help build a foundation for students to develop into capable and compassionate individuals and, through examples, show them how to make the choices that will let them grow their soft skills. All books in the 21st Century Junior Library encourage readers to Look, Think, Make a Guess, Ask Questions, and Create.
The My Itty-Bitty Bio series are biographies for the earliest readers. The series celebrates diversity, covering women and men from a range of backgrounds and professions including immigrants and individuals with disabilities. This book examines the life of Indian American astronaut Kalpana Chawla in a simple, age-appropriate way that helps young readers develop word recognition and reading skills.
The My Itty-Bitty Bio series are biographies for the earliest readers. The series celebrates diversity, covering women and men from a range of backgrounds and professions including immigrants and individuals with disabilities. This book examines the life of Junko Tabei, the Japanese mountaineer who was the first woman to summit Mount Everest, in a simple, age-appropriate way that helps young readers develop word recognition and reading skills.