Have you ever wanted to be a catcher? Learn about this position and what it takes to be the best. Are you ready to be a great catcher on the baseball field? Includes a support page of teaching tips for caregivers and teachers. Downloadable Teacher's Notes available.
The people of the Apache Nation have lived in North America for hundreds of years. Discover this amazing nation, its proud history, and how its members continue to honor their culture today. Learn about traditional Apache foods, art, and ceremonies. Read about great leaders like Cochise and Geronimo who fought to keep their people free. Includes a support page of teaching tips for caregivers and teachers. Downloadable Teacher's Notes available.
Sometimes stories are told so often that people begin believing them even though they are not true. If enough people believe these untrue stories, they are called myths. Do you know what’s true or not? Do porcupines really throw their quills? Can someone be as blind as a bat? Are snakes slimy or do opossums hang by their tails? And just how much wood can a woodchuck chuck? Learn what’s true and what’s not in the latest addition to Mary Holland’s Animal Anatomy and Adaptation series.
When Mauro Prosperi set out on an ultramarathon through the desert, he didn't realize he would soon enter a race for his life. After a sandstorm sent Mauro off course, he had to do whatever he could to survive the harsh conditions of the Sahara Desert on his own. Explore the exciting true story of a desert survivor pushed to the limits in this graphic adventure. Then, learn desert survival tips and read the stories of other desert survivors.
Oops! Making mistakes isn't the end of the world. It's what we do about a mistake that really matters. Bright, cheerful illustrations paired with engaging photos and lively text make learning about owning mistakes fun, while hands-on activities put the social and emotional engagement into action. Explore how life works when we can say "I messed up!"
Seeds are truly amazing! Did you know that every seed, no matter how small (microscopic) or large (weighing up to 14 pounds), contains everything it needs to one day grow into a plant? Three generations of a gardening family work together to bring a backyard garden to full bloom.
In 1945, the attention of the United States, along with the rest of the world, was focused on World War II. After more than five years of fighting, downcast, war-weary people were looking for signs of hope of a better future. One April morning, a duck searching for a nesting spot lands on a tall post sticking out of the Milwaukee River. Situated near a busy drawbridge and the noisy city of Milwaukee, this was an unlikely, precarious spot for a soon-to-be-mama duck to build her nest. But that is exactly where Gertie (named by a local reporter) decides to make her home and lay her eggs. Once local newspapers report the story, crowds begin visiting the bridge to watch Gertie and speculate how she will safely hatch her babies. Soon, news outlets around the world are carrying the hopeful tale of the plucky duck, raising spirits, and giving readers a shared sense of community.
Toby is having the best birthday party ever until an ill-timed and unintended toot draws unwelcome attention and teasing. Poor Toby--he is so embarrassed! And now everyone is calling him "Tootles." To get out from under his cloud of shame, Toby goes to visit his grandmother, hoping to get some sympathy and understanding. But as it turns out, Grandma is a bit of a gasbag herself with her own windy issues. She toots not once, not twice, but THREE times during Toby's visit. And she's not even embarrassed about it! But Toby is. He's embarrassed by her and for her. It's only when Toby is facing another digestive episode that he realizes maybe it's time to follow Grandma's lead and not let little things get in the way of enjoying life. After all, gas happens! A sweet and funny lesson on how to handle life's hiccups and other unexpected "eruptions."
Life in 1880 Tenmile, Colorado, isn't easy. But it's all that 12-year-old Sissy Carlson knows. She's lived here her whole life, watching her father, the local doctor, tend to the town's citizens. And while the mountain setting is gorgeous, Tenmile is a rough gold mining town. It often feels like there's just a thin line between life and death. Mining is a hard job; men are hurt or even killed. Sissy sees the same thin line between the haves and the have-nots as she assists her father in his practice, seeing firsthand the personal and not-always-private struggles of his patients. Now that she's older, Sissy is starting to think of the world beyond Tenmile and where she might fit in. What opportunities might she find if she could just get away? What kind of future does Tenmile offer, especially for a girl? A poignant coming-of-age middle grade novel by New York Times-bestselling author Sandra Dallas.
In this book, readers will learn about the unique and defining features of Türkiye (Turkey). Vibrant, full-color photos and carefully leveled text will engage young readers as they learn more about the key details of the country including geography, climate, culture, and resources. Compelling questions encourage further inquiry.
In this book, readers will learn about the unique and defining features of Ukraine. Vibrant, full-color photos and carefully leveled text will engage young readers as they learn more about the key details of the country including geography, climate, culture, and resources. Compelling questions encourage further inquiry.
In this book, early fluent readers will learn about the history of Thanksgiving, including when, where, and who first celebrated it, its meaning, the traditions associated with it, including giving thanks, celebrating the harvest, and preparing a feast for family and friends, and how it and similar holidays are celebrated in different parts of the world today. Vibrant, full-color photos and carefully leveled text will engage young readers as they learn more about the history behind this popular holiday. A Take a Look! infographic introduces traditional Thanksgiving dishes, sidebars present interesting, supplementary information, and an At a Glance recap offers a map and quick stats on the history of the holiday. Children can learn more about Thanksgiving using our safe search engine that provides relevant, age-appropriate websites. Thanksgiving also features reading tips for teachers and parents, a table of contents, a glossary, and an index.
In this book, readers will learn about the unique and defining features of Slovakia. Vibrant, full-color photos and carefully leveled text will engage young readers as they learn more about the key details of the country including geography, climate, culture, and resources. Compelling questions encourage further inquiry.
In this book, early fluent readers will learn why purple loosestrife is considered an invasive species, how this plant has established itself in and impacted new ecosystems, and what scientists are doing to combat the problem. Bright, full-color photographs and carefully leveled text will engage young readers as they learn more about purple loosestrife and how scientists work to control the spread. An infographic aids understanding, and an activity offers readers an opportunity to extend discovery. Children can learn more about purple loosestrife using our safe search engine that provides relevant, age-appropriate websites. Purple Loosestrife also features reading tips for teachers and parents, a table of contents, a glossary, and an index.
In this book, readers will learn about the unique and defining features of Romania. Vibrant, full-color photos and carefully leveled text will engage young readers as they learn more about the key details of the country including geography, climate, culture, and resources. Compelling questions encourage further inquiry.
In this book, early fluent readers will learn why Norway maple trees are considered invasive species, how they have become established in and impacted new ecosystems, and what scientists are doing to combat the problem. Bright, full-color photographs and carefully leveled text will engage young readers as they learn more about Norway maples and how scientists work to control the spread. An infographic aids understanding, and an activity offers readers an opportunity to extend discovery. Children can learn more about Norway maples using our safe search engine that provides relevant, age-appropriate websites. Norway Maple also features reading tips for teachers and parents, a table of contents, a glossary, and an index.
In this book, readers will learn about the unique and defining features of Latvia. Vibrant, full-color photos and carefully leveled text will engage young readers as they learn more about the key details of the country including geography, climate, culture, and resources. Compelling questions encourage further inquiry.
In this book, readers will learn about the unique and defining features of Lithuania. Vibrant, full-color photos and carefully leveled text will engage young readers as they learn more about the key details of the country including geography, climate, culture, and resources. Compelling questions encourage further inquiry.
In this book, early fluent readers will learn about the history of Kwanzaa, including when, where, and who first celebrated it, its meaning, the traditions associated with it, including lighting kinara candles, hosting a karamu, and gift-giving, and how it is celebrated in different parts of the world today. Vibrant, full-color photos and carefully leveled text will engage young readers as they learn more about the history behind this popular holiday. Take a Look! infographics introduce the seven principles of Kwanzaa and common symbols of the celebration, sidebars present interesting, supplementary information, and an At a Glance recap offers a map and quick stats on the history of the holiday. Children can learn more about Kwanzaa using our safe search engine that provides relevant, age-appropriate websites. Kwanzaa also features reading tips for teachers and parents, a table of contents, a glossary, and an index.
In this book, early fluent readers will learn why kudzu is considered an invasive species, how this vine has established itself in and impacted new ecosystems, and what scientists are doing to combat the problem. Bright, full-color photographs and carefully leveled text will engage young readers as they learn more about kudzu and how scientists work to control the spread. An infographic aids understanding, and an activity offers readers an opportunity to extend discovery. Children can learn more about kudzu using our safe search engine that provides relevant, age-appropriate websites. Kudzu also features reading tips for teachers and parents, a table of contents, a glossary, and an index.
In this book, early fluent readers will learn why Japanese honeysuckle is considered an invasive species, how this vine has established itself in and impacted new ecosystems, and what scientists are doing to combat the problem. Bright, full-color photographs and carefully leveled text will engage young readers as they learn more about Japanese honeysuckle and how scientists work to control the spread. An infographic aids understanding, and an activity offers readers an opportunity to extend discovery. Children can learn more about Japanese honeysuckle using our safe search engine that provides relevant, age-appropriate websites. Japanese Honeysuckle also features reading tips for teachers and parents, a table of contents, a glossary, and an index.
In this book, early fluent readers will learn about the history of Hanukkah, including when, where, and who first celebrated it, its meaning, the traditions associated with it, including lighting a menorah, making traditional foods, and playing games, and how it is celebrated in different parts of the world today. Vibrant, full-color photos and carefully leveled text will engage young readers as they learn more about the history behind this popular holiday. A Take a Look! infographic introduces the rules of the game dreidel, sidebars present interesting, supplementary information, and an At a Glance recap offers a map and quick stats on the history of the holiday. Children can learn more about Hanukkah using our safe search engine that provides relevant, age-appropriate websites. Hanukkah also features reading tips for teachers and parents, a table of contents, a glossary, and an index.
In this book, early fluent readers will learn about the history of Halloween, including when, where, and who first celebrated it, its meaning, the traditions associated with it, including trick-or-treating, candy, and costumes, and how it is celebrated in different parts of the world today. Vibrant, full-color photos and carefully leveled text will engage young readers as they learn more about the history behind this popular holiday. A Take a Look! infographic introduces common Halloween symbols, sidebars present interesting, supplementary information, and an At a Glance recap offers a map and quick stats on the history of the holiday. Children can learn more about Halloween using our safe search engine that provides relevant, age-appropriate websites. Halloween also features reading tips for teachers and parents, a table of contents, a glossary, and an index.
In this book, readers will learn about the unique and defining features of Estonia. Vibrant, full-color photos and carefully leveled text will engage young readers as they learn more about the key details of the country including geography, climate, culture, and resources. Compelling questions encourage further inquiry.
In this book, early fluent readers will learn why famine weed is considered an invasive species, how this herb has established itself in and impacted new ecosystems, and what scientists are doing to combat the problem. Bright, full-color photographs and carefully leveled text will engage young readers as they learn more about famine weed and how scientists work to control the spread. An infographic aids understanding, and an activity offers readers an opportunity to extend discovery. Children can learn more about famine weed using our safe search engine that provides relevant, age-appropriate websites. Famine Weed also features reading tips for teachers and parents, a table of contents, a glossary, and an index.
