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How an e-Book Works

Amanda StJohn (author) Bob Ostrom (illustrator)

Publisher: The Child's World ISBN: 9781503866225

Learn along with Opal Owl and Stew Rabbit how to find, check out, and return e-books from a library using an e-reader.

How to Check Out a Book

Amanda StJohn (author) Bob Ostrom (illustrator)

Publisher: The Child's World ISBN: 9781503866232

Follow Opal Owl and Stew Rabbit as they learn how to get a library card, how to check out books at the circulation counter, and how to use a self-checkout station, and discover the concepts of due dates, fines, and limits on materials with them.

Horned Dinos

Josh Anderson (author)

Publisher: The Child's World ISBN: 9781503865877

This book explores scientific research and amazing discoveries of horned dinosaurs such as Triceratops. Additional features to aid comprehension include a table of contents, a phonetic glossary, informative captions and fun facts, infographics, sources for further research, an index, an introduction to the author, and critical-thinking questions to help readers connect with the text.

Hold Your Horses!

Cynthia Amoroso (author) Mernie Gallagher-Cole (illustrator)

Publisher: The Child's World ISBN: 9781503866072

Has someone ever told you to hold your horses? Mark my words: you'll know exactly what that means after reading this book! Learn the meaning and origin of these unusual sayings and many more in this engaging, informative book. Colorful, humorous illustrations and clear examples help readers better understand idioms and how to use them. Additional features include a table of contents, a glossary, critical-thinking questions, sources for further research, an introduction to the author and illustrator, and an index.

Friday the 13th

Tammy Gagne (author)

Publisher: The Child's World ISBN: 9781503866430

Explores the superstition surrounding Friday the 13th, examines where the superstition came from, how and why it has continued to affect people over time, and whether people still believe it today. Additional features include a table of contents, Fast Facts, critical thinking questions, a phonetic glossary, an index, and sources for further research.

Go Fly a Kite!

Cynthia Amoroso (author) Mernie Gallagher-Cole (illustrator)

Publisher: The Child's World ISBN: 9781503866065

If someone tells you to go fly a kite, they might have a chip on their shoulder. Where did these unusual sayings come from? Learn the meaning and origin of these unusual sayings and many more in this engaging, informative book. Colorful, humorous illustrations and clear examples help readers better understand idioms and how to use them. Additional features include a table of contents, a glossary, critical-thinking questions, sources for further research, an introduction to the author and illustrator, and an index.

Fierce Dinos

Josh Anderson (author)

Publisher: The Child's World ISBN: 9781503865860

This book explores scientific research and amazing discoveries of fierce dinosaurs such as Tyrannosaurus rex. Additional features to aid comprehension include a table of contents, a phonetic glossary, informative captions and fun facts, infographics, sources for further research, an index, an introduction to the author, and critical-thinking questions to help readers connect with the text.

Dino Relatives

Josh Anderson (author)

Publisher: The Child's World ISBN: 9781503865853

This book explores scientific research and amazing discoveries of dinosaur relatives such as Quetzalcoatlus. Additional features to aid comprehension include a table of contents, a phonetic glossary, informative captions and fun facts, infographics, sources for further research, an index, an introduction to the author, and critical-thinking questions to help readers connect with the text.

Don't Look a Gift Horse in the Mouth!

Cynthia Amoroso (author) Mernie Gallagher-Cole (illustrator)

Publisher: The Child's World ISBN: 9781503866058

Don't look a gift horse in the mouth! Are you fit as a fiddle? Learn the meaning and origin of these unusual phrases and many more in this engaging, informative book. Colorful, humorous illustrations and clear examples help readers better understand idioms and how to use them. Additional features include a table of contents, a glossary, critical-thinking questions, sources for further research, an introduction to the author and illustrator, and an index.

Duck-Billed Dinos

Josh Anderson (author)

Publisher: The Child's World ISBN: 9781503865846

This book explores scientific research and amazing discoveries of duck-billed dinosaurs such as Edmontosaurus. Additional features to aid comprehension include a table of contents, a phonetic glossary, informative captions and fun facts, infographics, sources for further research, an index, an introduction to the author, and critical-thinking questions to help readers connect with the text.

Broken Mirrors

Tammy Gagne (author)

Publisher: The Child's World ISBN: 9781503866409

Explores the superstition surrounding broken mirrors, examines where the superstition came from, how and why it has continued to affect people over time, and whether people still believe it today. Additional features include a table of contents, Fast Facts, critical thinking questions, a phonetic glossary, an index, and sources for further research.

Coal Power

Amy C. Rea (author)

Publisher: The Child's World ISBN: 9781503865969

Introduces readers to what coal power is, how it is used today and how it might be used in the future, and the benefits and drawbacks of this energy source. Additional features include a table of contents, infographics to help readers learn more about the topic, sidebars, Fast Facts, critical thinking questions, a phonetic glossary, an index, and sources for further research.

Crossing Your Fingers

Sharon Dalgleish (author)

Publisher: The Child's World ISBN: 9781503866423

Explores the superstition surrounding crossing your fingers, examines where the superstition came from, how and why it has continued to affect people over time, and whether people still believe it today. Additional features include a table of contents, Fast Facts, critical thinking questions, a phonetic glossary, an index, and sources for further research.

Biomass Power

Christy Mihaly (author)

Publisher: The Child's World ISBN: 9781503865952

Introduces readers to what biomass power is, how it is used today and how it might be used in the future, and the benefits and drawbacks of this energy source. Additional features include a table of contents, infographics to help readers learn more about the topic, sidebars, Fast Facts, critical thinking questions, a phonetic glossary, an index, and sources for further research.

Break a Leg!

Cynthia Amoroso (author) Mernie Gallagher-Cole (illustrator)

Publisher: The Child's World ISBN: 9781503866041

Have you ever told someone to break a leg? What does it mean when you're on pins and needles? Learn the meaning and origin of these unusual phrases and many more in this engaging, informative book. Colorful, humorous illustrations and clear examples help readers better understand idioms and how to use them. Additional features include a table of contents, a glossary, critical-thinking questions, sources for further research, an introduction to the author and illustrator, and an index.

Black Cats

Clara MacCarald (author)

Publisher: The Child's World ISBN: 9781503866393

Explores the superstition surrounding black cats, examines where the superstition came from, how and why it has continued to affect people over time, and whether people still believe it today. Additional features include a table of contents, Fast Facts, critical thinking questions, a phonetic glossary, an index, and sources for further research.

Armored Dinos

Josh Anderson (author)

Publisher: The Child's World ISBN: 9781503865839

This book explores scientific research and amazing discoveries of armored dinosaurs such as Ankylosaurus. Additional features to aid comprehension include a table of contents, a phonetic glossary, informative captions and fun facts, infographics, sources for further research, an index, an introduction to the author, and critical-thinking questions to help readers connect with the text.

Washington Commanders

Josh Anderson (author)

Publisher: The Child's World ISBN: 9781503860698

A simple but fact-packed overview of the Washington Commanders football team, covering their origins, their home stadium, their mascot, famous players and coaches, and well-known plays throughout the team's history. Additional features to aid comprehension include a table of contents, a phonetic glossary, informative captions and sidebars, stats on top plays and players, sources for further research, an index, and and introduction to the author.

UFO Mysteries

N. B. Grace (author)

Publisher: The Child's World ISBN: 9781503860810

Have aliens from other worlds visited Earth? Do flying saucers exist? Read some spooky and amazing UFO stories in this out-of-this-world book. Additional features include informative captions and sidebars, a Think-About-It section, a phonetic glossary, sources for further research, a table of contents, an index, and an introduction to the author.

Veterinarians

Cecilia Minden (author)

Publisher: The Child's World ISBN: 9781503860056

Pets are an important part of the family. So when they get sick or hurt, we rely on the skill and compassion of veterinarians. This book features colorful pictures and easy-to-read text that allow young readers a glimpse at the demanding--but rewarding--world of animal doctors. Additional features include a table of contents, informational captions and sidebars, a phonetic glossary, sources for further research, an index, a Think-About-It section, and an introduction to the author.

The Wolf in Sheep's Clothing

Mary Berendes (author) Nancy Harrison (illustrator)

Publisher: The Child's World ISBN: 9781503859579

A hungry wolf disguises himself as a sheep in order to steal and eat other members of the flock. He soon becomes the largest and fattest 'sheep,' which the shepherd then catches and cooks for his own dinner. Additional features include pages defining fables and morals, an introduction to Aesop, a Think-About-It section, activities for further learning, and an introduction to both the author and illustrator.

The Tortoise and the Hare

Mary Berendes (author) Kathleen Petelinsek (illustrator)

Publisher: The Child's World ISBN: 9781503859562

The boastful hare thinks no creature can beat him in a race, but his overconfidence is tested in a race against a slow-moving tortoise. Additional features include pages defining fables and morals, an introduction to Aesop, a Think-About-It section, activities for further learning, and an introduction to both the author and illustrator.

The Lion and the Mouse

Mary Berendes (author) Kathleen Petelinsek (illustrator)

Publisher: The Child's World ISBN: 9781503859531

When a meek mouse is spared from becoming a hungry lion's next meal, she promises to return his great kindness. The little mouse later rescues a huge cat from a hunter's trap. Additional features include pages defining fables and morals, an introduction to Aesop, a Think-About-It section, activities for further learning, and an introduction to both the author and illustrator.

The Maid and the Milk Pail

Mary Berendes (author) Nancy Harrison (illustrator)

Publisher: The Child's World ISBN: 9781503859548

Carrying her pail of milk upon her head, a milkmaid daydreams of what she will purchase once she sells the milk at market. But the milk is spilt before the maid can sell it, and thus readers learn the phrase 'don't count your chickens before they're hatched.' Additional features include pages defining fables and morals, an introduction to Aesop, a Think-About-It section, activities for further learning, and an introduction to both the author and illustrator.

The Fox and the Stork

Mary Berendes (author) Dawn Beacon (illustrator)

Publisher: The Child's World ISBN: 9781503859517

Mr. Fox plays a trick on Ms. Stork--but he doesn't enjoy having the same trick played on him in return. Additional features include pages defining fables and morals, an introduction to Aesop, a Think-About-It section, activities for further learning, and an introduction to both the author and illustrator.