There once was a little red chair. Languishing in an antique shop window, the little chair longed to be part of a family. One day a little girl named Mia knew it was just the right chair for her. So Mia and her mother take the little chair home. With new red upholstery and its brightly polished wheels, the little red chair becomes the perfect companion for Mia. She snuggles in it on cold winter nights. She daydreams in it on bright sunny days. And it's the perfect throne for Mia on her birthday. But as Mia gets older, she spends less and less time with the little red chair. She's busy with school and friends and other things. One day, it's time for Mia to leave for a new life. Eventually, the little red chair is packed up and moved to a corner in the attic. Please don't leave me, the little chair says. But no one comes. Seasons come and go; years and years pass by. Will anyone rescue the little red chair?
It's the early 1970s in America and change is in the air. Women are marching in support of the Equal Rights Amendment. It's a time of self-expression and social change. Jillian Parker loves math; it's her favorite subject and she is good at it. So when it's time for the fourth graders to select their after-school clubs, she knows exactly what she'll choose. But when Jillian goes to sign her name on the Math Club sign-up sheet, she is met with snickering and jeers. A girl in the boys' club? Shouldn't she be in Cooking Club, instead? Jillian knows she's smart, but maybe she's not smart enough. Maybe they are right, and she doesn't belong. She's just one girl. But after hearing about the discrimination experienced by her mother and other women, Jillian realizes that maybe what is needed is for just one girl to step forward. A new entry in the Tales of Young Americans series.
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.
The Wildes have made some serious enemies in their last two adventures--and now they've all shown up in the little Texas town of Glen Rose with vengeance in their hearts. Moving the vaquitas to the Wilds has created quite a controversy and raised a national debate about how to save severely endangered species. Go behind the scenes of the Wilds facility with Ring and Asia and discover how a modern animal park operates--and the dramas they face. Asia and Ring are home and it turns out that home is even wilder than the places they've visited!
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!
Irish elk had the world’s biggest antlers! These mammals flourished during the last ice age. In this hi/lo book, engaging text and vibrant illustrations introduce reluctant readers to the body parts and behaviors of these giant deer. Features highlight the animals’ diet, show off their size, explore a famous fossil find, and compare them to their closest living relatives. The book concludes with a full-page profile that puts important information about Irish elk in one place.
Saber-toothed cats were powerful predators known for their long, sharp teeth! In this hi/lo title, reluctant readers are introduced to these ice age animals through leveled text and detailed illustrations. Readers will explore the animals’ body parts, behaviors, diet, extinction, and more. Special features highlight favorite foods, compare the animals’ size, and show off a fossil find. A full-spread profile puts important information about saber-toothed cats in one place!
Woolly mammoths lived up to their name! These huge animals were covered in long, dense fur. Through leveled text and detailed illustrations, this hi/lo title introduces reluctant readers to the body parts and behaviors of these ice age behemoths. Features show off the animals’ size, highlight favorite foods, profile a fossil find, and compare to a modern-day animal. A full-page profile puts information about woolly mammoths in one place, and additional facts provide even more information to engage readers.
Dire wolves were fearsome predators. They could bite through bones! In this hi/lo title, reluctant readers will learn how the wolves lived, what they looked like, and how they went extinct. Engaging text and vibrant illustrations combine with features that highlight the wolves’ size and diet, map where the wolves lived, show off an important fossil find, and compare the dire wolf to its closest living relative. A full-spread profile puts important information about dire wolves in one place.
Giant ground sloths live up to their name. These huge mammals could stand more than 11 feet tall! In this hi/lo title, young readers explore how these animals survived during the last ice age. Leveled text and detailed illustrations introduce the sloths’ body parts, behaviors, diet, and more. Features show off favorite foods, compare their size, and highlight a fossil find
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.
