Pug is snug on his rug. But what happens when along comes BUG?! With a claim to the rug?! The two engage in a hysterical, rhyming battle of wits and strength until Slug asks the necessary questions and helps them find common ground.
What can smell like bubble gum, glow neon green at night, be poisonous and yet still eaten by humans, and even help create rain? The answer is mushrooms! From their hidden networks underground to the fruiting body above, mushrooms can do incredible things. But don't call them plants--mushrooms are fungi. They're more closely related to animals like you! Through lyrical text and colorful, detailed artwork, the wonderful, mysterious, and sometimes bizarre world of mushrooms is explored. Back matter includes a glossary, additional mushroom facts, and a science activity.
Did you hear it too? Summer is calling. Summer has magic all its own. But Michigan summers? Those are something else. Told in sweet lyrical vignettes, Summer's Call captures that timeless Michigan summer feeling as it follows a family of four from sunrise to sunset. Summer in Michigan isn't just a season; it's a call that must be answered. Back matter includes an art activity that invites the reader to display their summer memories. Written and illustrated by local Michiganders.
What animal is descended from dinosaurs, pollinates plants, flies thousands of miles annually, can weigh less than a dime or as much as 340 pounds, and can even remember when humans have been kind or mean? Meet the bird! Birds are extraordinary creatures and they live almost everywhere on earth. With over 10,000 bird species, there's tremendous variety in sizes, shapes, colors, and abilities. And besides being beautiful to look at, birds are a critical part of our ecosystems and support biodiversity on our planet. Through poetry and sidebar text, F is for Feathers: A Bird Alphabet explores all aspects of bird life, from physical characteristics to types of habitat. Additional information includes a glossary, ways to protect birds and their environment, and tips on how to be a good bird watcher.
Jackie Kennedy loved the arts. And America loved Jackie Kennedy. The first lady knew she had the country's attention--what would she do with it? Encourage Americans to appreciate art, of course! She turned the White House into a historical site filled with some of America's most treasured artifacts and pieces of art. She brought Shakespearean theater to the White House and ballerinas to the South Lawn. And most epically, she brought the Mona Lisa to the states (much to the chagrin of many Parisians) to encourage Americans to visit museums--and it worked! An inspiring story about one of the nation's most influential first ladies.
Fireflies (or lightning bugs) are some the world's most fascinating--and illuminating!--insects. And one many children can find right in their backyards! With a simple story, perfect for read-alouds, and colorful illustrations, this scientific look at a firefly's life-cycle will captivate little entomologists. Informative sidebars are included that let children learn even more about these amazing insects.
Just after World War II, the people of McCall, Idaho, found themselves with a problem on their hands. McCall was a lovely resort community in Idaho's backcountry with mountain views, a sparkling lake, and plenty of forests. People rushed to build roads and homes there to enjoy the year-round outdoor activities. It was a beautiful place to live. And not just for humans. For centuries, beavers had made the region their home. But what's good for beavers is not necessarily good for humans, and vice versa. So in a unique conservation effort, in 1948 a team from the Idaho Fish and Game Department decided to relocate the McCall beaver colony. In a daring experiment, the team airdropped seventy-six live beavers to a new location. One beaver, playfully named Geronimo, endured countless practice drops, seeming to enjoy the skydives, and led the way as all the beavers parachuted into their new home. Readers and nature enthusiasts of all ages will enjoy this true story of ingenuity and determination.
Ernest Everett Just was not like other scientists of his time. He saw the whole, where others saw only parts. He noticed details others failed to see. He persisted in his research despite the discrimination and limitations imposed on him as an African American. His keen observations of sea creatures revealed new insights about egg cells and the origins of life. Through stunning illustrations and lyrical prose, this picture book presents the life and accomplishments of this long overlooked scientific pioneer.
Texto repetitivo e ilustrações adoráveis ajudam a contar a história clássica de “Os Três Porquinhos”. Quando três porquinhos saem de casa para construir suas próprias casas, a mãe os avisa sobre um lobo malvado. Os porcos aprendem uma lição valiosa enquanto o lobo faminto está determinado a comer os porcos no jantar. Descubra qual porco constrói a casa mais forte e como eles são mais espertos que o lobo mau. Uma reviravolta nova e positiva no final deste conto de fadas o tornará um favorito da família e incentivará o amor pela leitura por toda a vida.
Bem no fundo do oceano estava a "Terra das Sereias". Todas as sereias que viviam neste belo lugar eram exatamente iguais. Embora algumas possam ter cabelos curtos ou longos, toda sereia era rosa e tinha uma cauda verde. Certo dia, uma pequena sereia nasceu de sua concha e era diferente. Esta pequena sereia era roxa. Os jovens leitores aprenderão uma lição valiosa sobre diversidade e aceitação ao lerem sobre as aventuras dessa pequena sereia, em uma terra cheia de castelos de areia, cavalos-marinhos e árvores feitas de coral.
Texto simples e ilustrações cativantes ajudam a contar a história clássica de “Aladin e a lâmpada mágica”. Descubra o que acontece quando um Gênio mágico aparece depois que Aladim esfrega uma lâmpada velha. O que Aladim desejará e o que fará quando sua lâmpada for roubada por um feiticeiro malvado? Um final feliz acrescenta interesse a este conto de fadas e incentiva o amor pela leitura ao longo da vida.
Texto simples e belas ilustrações ajudam a contar a história clássica de “Cinderela”. Descubra o que acontece depois que a madrasta e as meias-irmãs da Cinderela vão ao baile para encontrar o Príncipe. Quando a fada madrinha da Cinderela aparece e a veste magicamente com um vestido dourado com sapatos de cristal, Cinderela está pronta para ir ao baile. Mas o que acontecerá quando o relógio bater meia-noite? Um final feliz acrescenta interesse a este conto de fadas e incentiva o amor pela leitura ao longo da vida.
Texto simples e ilustrações encantadoras ajudam a contar a história clássica de “Branca de Neve”. Quando a mãe de Branca de Neve morre, seu pai se casa com uma rainha má que tem muito ciúme da beleza de Branca de Neve. O que acontecerá quando Branca de Neve for levada para a floresta e lá encontrar sete anões adoráveis? Disfarçando-se de velha, a rainha vai para a floresta e dá à Branca de Neve uma maçã venenosa. Descubra como um belo príncipe ajuda Branca de Neve neste conto de fadas que certamente incentivará o amor pela leitura ao longo da vida.
Corra, corra o mais rápido que puder, você não pode me pegar, eu sou o boneco de gengibre! Rimas repetitivas e ilustrações divertidas ajudam a contar a história clássica de “O Homem-biscoito”. Com olhos de passas, boca de cereja e nozes como botões, uma velha faz um boneco de gengibre para o jantar do marido. Quando o homem-biscoito de gengibre salta do forno e corre pela fazenda, a aventura começa. Descubra o que acontece quando o homem-biscoito encontra uma raposa. Texto simples e um enredo divertido irão encorajar o amor pela leitura ao longo da vida.
Texto simples e ilustrações adoráveis ajudam a contar a história clássica de “Os três ursos”. Descubra o que acontece quando a Mamãe Urso, o Papa Urso e o Bebê Urso voltam para casa e encontram Cachinhos Dourados dormindo na cama do Ursinho. Um enredo repetitivo torna a leitura deste conto clássico agradável para crianças pequenas e incentiva o amor pela leitura ao longo da vida.
The McNallys are visiting the Okefenokee National Wildlife Refuge on the border of Georgia and Florida. On a swamp tour, Gavin captures two people capturing baby alligators on video. He and his father set off in kayaks to investigate. Can they notify officials about the poachers and save the alligators?
Readers will discover the science behind volcanic eruptions and learn how first responders aid in the coping, healing, and rebuilding of the affected communities post-disaster. Focused on 21st Century content, the SEL- (social-emotional learning) and inquiry-based sidebars encourage young readers to think, create, guess, and ask questions. Includes a table of contents, glossary, index, author biography, bibliography, and sidebars.
Readers will discover the science behind wildfires and learn how first responders aid in the coping, healing, and rebuilding of the affected communities post-disaster. Focused on 21st Century content, the SEL- (social-emotional learning) and inquiry-based sidebars encourage young readers to think, create, guess, and ask questions. Includes a table of contents, glossary, index, author biography, bibliography, and sidebars.
Readers will discover the science behind floods and learn how first responders aid in the coping, healing, and rebuilding of the affected communities post-disaster. Focused on 21st Century content, the SEL- (social-emotional learning) and inquiry-based sidebars encourage young readers to think, create, guess, and ask questions. Includes a table of contents, glossary, index, author biography, bibliography, and sidebars.
Readers will discover the science behind hurricanes and learn how first responders aid in the coping, healing, and rebuilding of the affected communities post-disaster. Focused on 21st Century content, the SEL- (social-emotional learning) and inquiry-based sidebars encourage young readers to think, create, guess, and ask questions. Includes a table of contents, glossary, index, author biography, bibliography, and sidebars.
Readers will discover the science behind pandemics and learn how first responders aid in the coping, healing, and rebuilding of the affected communities post-disaster. Focused on 21st Century content, the SEL- (social-emotional learning) and inquiry-based sidebars encourage young readers to think, create, guess, and ask questions. Includes a table of contents, glossary, index, author biography, bibliography, and sidebars.
Readers will discover the science behind tornadoes and learn how first responders aid in the coping, healing, and rebuilding of the affected communities post-disaster. Focused on 21st Century content, the SEL- (social-emotional learning) and inquiry-based sidebars encourage young readers to think, create, guess, and ask questions. Includes a table of contents, glossary, index, author biography, bibliography, and sidebars.
Readers will discover the science behind earthquakes and tsunamis and learn how first responders aid in the coping, healing, and rebuilding of the affected communities post-disaster. Focused on 21st Century content, the SEL- (social-emotional learning) and inquiry-based sidebars encourage young readers to think, create, guess, and ask questions. Includes a table of contents, glossary, index, author biography, bibliography, and sidebars.
Readers will discover the science behind extreme temperatures and learn how first responders aid in the coping, healing, and rebuilding of the affected communities post-disaster. Focused on 21st Century content, the SEL- (social-emotional learning) and inquiry-based sidebars encourage young readers to think, create, guess, and ask questions. Includes a table of contents, glossary, index, author biography, bibliography, and sidebars.
Taking responsibility and being a leader is an important part of SEL (social-emotional learning) education. Students will learn to take a step back and reflect on how they're are feeling. Engaging inquiry-based sidebars encourage students to think, create, guess, and ask questions around the content. Includes table of contents, glossary, index, author biography, and sidebars.
