Lola's family has an apple orchard and every year they sell hundreds of apple pies for customers' Thanksgiving tables. It's always a big job; so this year Lola is going to cook Thanksgiving dinner on her own to help out. She has a plan and a list. But Mom and Dad need her help making all the pies too. Lola's list keeps getting left behind and Thanksgiving arrives without crossing off a single thing. Luckily, aunts and uncles and cousins arrive ready to help the family prepare a Thanksgiving feast! Just…no apple pie, please! Includes an apple pie recipe.
A hangry bear goes on a rampage through a local fair--pushing friends aside, roaring, and generally doing all the nasty things we do when we're hungry. Finally, sweet Shrew identifies the problem and Hare conjures up a quick snack. Satisfied, and a little ashamed, Bear apologizes and insists on fixing the damage he's caused. Until Shrew gets a bit hangry herself… A funny, rhyming romp that introduces readers to phonics and decodable text.
Even as a toddler, Ailton Nunes was drawn to the joyful, energizing sounds of samba music, with its clinks, bongs, and bangs filling the air. It was part of his heritage and practically the heartbeat of his Mangueira neighborhood in Rio de Janeiro, Brazil. But samba was more than music; it was a way to connect with the past and dream of the future. And samba united not only Ailton's neighborhood--it united all of Brazil, especially at the annual Carnaval festival with its samba parades and competition. The samba school in Ailton's neighborhood was his home away from home. He was mesmerized by the drummers, the bateria, and dreamed of joining their ranks when he got older. And with hard work and determination, Ailton not only joins the Mangueira bateria, he helps lead them to victory at the Carnaval festival. Vibrant, colorful artwork from Brazilian artist André Ceolin brings to life the story of samba director Mestre Ailton Nunes, who followed his passion and his dreams, and continues to share the magic of samba today.
The late summer and early fall of 1964 was a turbulent time in America. After years of racial struggle, in July President Lyndon Baines Johnson signed the Civil Rights Act. This law, declaring that all citizens were equal, outlawed racial segregation. Many Americans cheered this legislation; yet some did not. Many Southerners despised it and worried about what it meant for their traditions and way of life. With the upcoming November presidential election, President Johnson was advised not to campaign in the South due to the threats of violence since the signing of the new law. But someone needed to visit the citizens in the South and explain why the new law was necessary and good for the entire country. Born in Texas, First Lady Claudia Alta "Lady Bird" Johnson was from the South and understood its people and customs. Despite her fear of public speaking and threats to her own safety, Lady Bird undertook a train tour to reach out to her fellow citizens and Southerners. This is the true story of her historic Whistle-Stop journey, making almost fifty stops through eight Southern states in four days. July 2024 marks the 60th anniversary of the Civil Rights Act.
With a daring hybrid design, the McLaren Artura is built around an electric motor and a special V6 engine. In this hi/lo title, leveled text and vibrant photos highlight the innovations and technology of one of McLaren’s first hybrid supercars. Special features call out the engine specifications and other critical parts. Fun facts share details about the car’s chimney, tires, and more!
Bumps in the road are no problem for this low-riding supercar. At the press of a button, the nose of the McLaren 750S lifts in four seconds! More fun facts about McLaren and the 750S await in this hi/lo title. Details about the car’s roaring engine and other design details are shared through leveled text. Special features address where the car is made and its exact specifications. Colorful photos of the car in action excite and engage on every page!
Start your engine! The Ford Mustang Shelby GT500 is a powerful muscle car ready to race. In this hi/lo title, leveled text shares the history of the car and the Ford and Shelby American partnership. It then dives into the latest run of this model. Colorful photos drive the action and show off parts that make this Mustang special. Features include a map of where the car is made, a size chart, and more!
The Aston Martin V12 Vantage’s massive engine muscles the car up to a top speed of 200 miles (322 kilometers) per hour! This hi/lo book’s leveled text breaks down the parts and stats of this powerful sports car. Colorful, crisp photos show off the car’s design while supporting the main text. Engaging special features include a size chart, a map of where the car is made, and more!
Since its first use in 1963, the Z06 name has been a symbol of cutting-edge power. In this hi/lo book, readers will take a ride in the Chevrolet Corvette Z06. Leveled text shares details about the history and standout features of this supercar. Action-packed photos and photo labels support the main text. Special features and fun facts highlight the Corvette Z06’s size, map where it is made, show off customization options, and more!
Take a drive in style in the Ferrari Roma. This hi/lo book explores the design and performance of this luxury sports car. Readers will learn about the car’s parts, modes, and interior through leveled text. Special features like a map and size chart engage even reluctant readers. Crisp photos show off the car’s unique design. Fun facts throughout the book add details about the sports car’s name and design inspiration.
It takes many people to make a community run well! This series for students just starting to read independently explores how different workers contribute to the community. Carefully leveled text and crisp images combine to describe what each worker does and why they are important. Picture glossaries reinforce the text, and a fact page highlights the tools and duties of each worker.
Block by block, the world of Minecraft is constantly growing! But how did it begin? This hi/lo title walks readers through the history of Minecraft all the way to the present day and showcases how fans enjoy it outside of gameplay. Each spread is filled with leveled text and colorful photographs. Additionally, readers will encounter fun facts, a developer profile, a timeline, a sales graph, and other exciting features to help them learn more about this popular game!
Pokémon began with just 151 Pokémon. Today, there are over 1,000! In this hi/lo title, readers are introduced to how the Pokémon games began and how they evolved over time and into the present day. The text also explores how fans continue to celebrate the ever-growing franchise. Packed with fun facts and special features that call out starter Pokémon, top-selling games, the game developer, and more, readers of this book will feel ready to evolve their reading abilities!
Let’s-a go! From the NES to the Nintendo Switch and beyond, this title introduces reluctant readers to the evolution of the Super Mario Bros. video game franchise and the present-day fanbase. Each spread is full of engaging leveled text and colorful photographs of the beloved series. Additionally, readers will find the title packed with fun facts, a timeline, a sales graph, a developer profile, and even more exciting features that will leave them eager to learn more!
Since 2017, Fortnite has been a hit game for players of all ages! Reluctant readers will learn about the history of this iconic game, how people enjoy it today, and how fans have helped it grow beyond the screen. Leveled text and vibrant images will draw readers in while developer profiles, event features, timelines, graphs, and more will keep readers engaged and enhance their reading experience!
Get ready for an epic adventure! In this hi/lo title, readers learn about the Legend of Zelda from its early days to the present day. Leveled text and engaging images combine to tell how the series began, how it’s changed through the years, and how fans engage with it. Special features call out favorite characters, profile the developer, and highlight a fun event. Gamers will enjoy exploring the history of this fan-favorite game!
The other team drives the ball towards the net. But Nikola Jokic stands in their way. He blocks the shot! In this hi/lo title, reluctant readers will learn about the life and career of this basketball star. Vibrant photos and engaging text bring readers into the action of Jokic's outstanding basketball career. Special features include a profile, trophy shelf, and map showing where Jokic has played.
Sunisa Lee flips and tumbles on the mat. She is on her way to an Olympic gold medal! In this hi/lo text, reluctant readers will learn about the life and career of this Olympic gymnast. Special features highlight her career achievements, favorite things, and notable competition locations. Young readers will not want to miss out on this exciting title!
Katie Ledecky comes to the end of the final lap. She finishes with a new world record! In this hi/lo title, readers will learn about the career and life of Olympic swimmer Katie Ledecky. Engaging text and vibrant photos bring Ledecky's greatest accomplishments to life for readers to experience. Special features including a timeline, map, and trophy shelf, present even more interesting facts to readers.
Mookie Betts hits the pitch. It flies over the fence. Home run! Engaging text and vibrant photos bring the career of this baseball star to life for reluctant readers to learn about. Special features include a timeline, map, and trophy shelf. Young sports fans will not want to miss this exciting title!
Justin Jefferson leaps into the air. He comes down with another incredible catch! In this hi/lo title, readers will learn about the life and career of this extraordinary wide receiver through engaging text and vibrant photos. Special features include a timeline of Jefferson's football career, as well as information on his awards and favorite things. Young sports fans will not want to miss this exciting title!
Alexia Putellas is thought of by many as the greatest women's soccer player in the world. In this hi/lo title, readers will learn about the life and career of this star soccer player. Engaging text and vibrant photos will have reluctant readers feeling the excitement of Putellas's greatest moments. Special features highlight where she has played, what she has won, and some of her favorite things.
The National Women's Soccer League is the top women's soccer league in the United States. In this hi/lo title, reluctant readers will learn about the history of the league through the present day. Special features include a timeline of the league's history, a list of the league's top players, and a breakdown of the playoffs system. Vibrant photos and engaging text bring the action of the league to life on the page. A two-page closing spread showcases individual and team records, the number of teams in the league, and more.
Hear the roar of the crowd and feel the excitement of the action in the Premier League. In this hi/lo title, reluctant readers will learn about the history and present of England's top soccer league. Vibrant photos and engaging text bring the action to life on the page. Special features include a timeline, a list of top players, and a breakdown of the league's promotion and relegation system. A two-page closing spread highlights the league's largest stadium, the number of teams in the league, and more!
Major League Soccer is the top men's soccer league in the United States. In this hi/lo title, reluctant readers will feel the action of Major League Soccer through engaging text and vibrant photos. Special features include a timeline, a breakdown of the playoffs system, and a list of the league's top players. A two-page closing spread showcases the number of teams in the league, the largest stadium in the league, and more!
