This photo-illustrated book for elementary readers describes animals that seem to take over the brains of other animals. Explains how parasites can alter their hosts' behaviors to use the host for their survival.
Presents information about black bears living in North America, their habitats, and their sharp senses.
Presents information about rare giant pandas, their habitats in China, and their diet of bamboo.
Presents some of the Oklahoma City Thunder’s greatest players and their achievements in pro basketball, including Gary Payton, Russell Westbrook, and Kevin Durant.
Presents some of the Los Angeles Lakers’ greatest players and their achievements in pro basketball, including Kareem Abdul-Jabbar, Shaquille O’Neal, and Kobe Bryant.
Presents some of the Miami Heat’s greatest players and their achievements in pro basketball, including Alonzo Mourning, Dwyane Wade, and Chris Bosh.
Presents some of the New York Knicks’ greatest players and their achievements in pro basketball, including Earl Monroe, Amar’e Stoudemire, and Carmelo Anthony.
Presents some of the Boston Celtics’ greatest players and their achievements in pro basketball, including Larry Bird, Paul Pierce, and Jeff Green.
Presents some of the Chicago Bulls’ greatest players and their achievements in pro basketball, including Bob Love, Michael Jordan, and Joakim Noah.
Presents some of the Cleveland Cavaliers’ greatest players and their achievements in pro basketball, including Austin Carr, Zydrunas Ilgauskas, and LeBron James.
A child goes on a safari in Africa and observes lions hunting and lions' behavior in their pride.
A child goes on an African safari and observes the behavior of Cape buffalo in the wild as they defend their herd.
A child goes on an adventure in a national park, learns how to track moose in the wild, and learns not to bother a baby moose with its mother.
A child learns about domesticated elephants and then goes on a trip to Sri Lanka to view Asian elephants in the wild.
A child goes on an adventure to Australia to view kangaroos in the wild and learns how dangerous they can be when fighting over mates.
Sometimes a regular pickup truck just isn't strong enough. Luckily, we have dump trucks to handle the heavy loads. Readers will learn how dump trucks are used to haul rocks, trash, and building materials at mining and construction sites.
This photo-illustrated nonfiction story for young readers describes the body parts of seals how they hunt for food under the sea. Includes photo glossary and labeled diagram.
Many shrimp can light up and squirt bright clouds from their bodies to scare away predators! Beginning readers will discover what shrimp look like and how they move and eat. Blastoff! Series
If you looked out on your backyard right now, chances are you would see a squirrel. These common little animals are famous for gathering and storing nuts or approaching humans in the hopes of getting something to nibble. Students will learn all about the foods squirrels eat, what they look like, and how they make their homes in our backyards. Blastoff! Series
Arbor Day, Boys Town, and Kool-Aid are just a few of the marks the Great Plains state of Nebraska has made on American culture. From the state's eastern border along the Missouri River, where Lewis and Clark embarked on the Corps of Discovery expedition, to the towering geologic landmarks of the west, chronicled in pioneers' journals, there are treasures to explore on each page of C is for Cornhusker: A Nebraska Alphabet.Rajean Luebs Shepherd was raised in Michigan and has a degree in elementary education from Central Michigan University. After graduating, she traveled the world for ten years with the international performing group Up With People. A substitute teacher, Rajean enjoys sharing her favorite children's books with her students. She lives with her family in North Platte, Nebraska. With over twenty years in commercial illustration, Sandy Appleoff's work has appeared in a range of venues from corporate advertising, to magazines to children's books to large-scale installation murals. She has taught at the Kansas City Art Institute and the Colorado Mountain College in Aspen. Currently she is teaching and working on an MFA in stage and costume design at the University of Kansas. Sandy lives on a farm in Falls City, Nebraska.
In Robots in Space, early fluent readers learn about the many ways robots expand what's possible in the field of space exploration. Vibrant, full-color photos and carefully leveled text will engage young readers as they learn about the fascinating world of robots. An infographic illustrates the unique features of a particular robot, and an activity offers kids an opportunity to extend discovery. Children can learn more about robots that work in space using our safe search engine that provides relevant, age-appropriate websites. Robots in Space also features reading tips for teachers and parents, a table of contents, a glossary, and an index.
Join Junior Detective Bree Cody and her cat Rico in their exciting adventures as they solve the mysteries! Each story offers an opportunity for even the most reluctant readers to sharpen their reading comprehension and critical thinking skills as they investigate each case and follow the clues to their logical conclusion.
No more than 10 inches tall, Chihuahuas are a spunky breed of dog. They are often strongly devoted to one person in their family and always ready to go! They fit snugly in tote bags, making it easy to take them along on errands and trips. Spring into this lively read for young students to learn more about the history and charm of Chihuahuas!
Rapunzel is trapped in a high tower by a wicked troll. The three billy goats want to help her but the troll won't let them cross the bridge! A handsome prince rides by on his horse. Will he be able to help the trapped princess?
Explore the colorful customs, people, and places of Alaska. With straightforward text and captivating photos, this book is a great introduction to the state. Maps and symbols are included to enrich the student's understanding of geography and state identity.
