A hungry heron spends all day looking for the perfect meal--bypassing all sorts of perfectly fine food in the process. The heron is so choosy that the sun soon sets, and he is forced to eat only a small snail. 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.
A vain crow has found some cheese to eat, but a hungry fox knows a secret: the crow cannot resist showing off! Flattering the crow into singing a song, the fox grabs the cheese when it falls from the crow's beak. 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.
A hungry fox tries repeatedly to reach some grapes hanging high on a vine. After numerous attempts, the fox gives up and stalks angrily away, saying that the grapes were most likely sour anyway. 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.
A bored shepherd entertains himself by falsely telling townspeople a wolf is stealing his sheep. When a wolf really does appear, the twice-tricked townspeople are convinced the shepherd is lying, and no one comes to his aid. 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.
Two mice cousins decide to visit each other's surroundings to learn more about their different worlds. But the city mouse soon feels that the country life is far too simple and boring for him, and the country mouse fears the city's many dangers. 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.
A busy ant spends all her time preparing for winter, while a lazy grasshopper enjoys the sunshine and summer warmth. When the cold winds begin to blow and food becomes scarce, the hungry grasshopper regrets his wasteful ways. 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.
A simple but fact-packed overview of the Tennessee Titans 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.
A simple but fact-packed overview of the Tampa Bay Buccaneers 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.
During the school year, we often spend more time with our teachers than anyone else. But how much do we really know about the men and women behind report cards and recess? This title uses exciting photos and informative text to provide a comprehensive overview of the special people who help them learn. 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.
Smoke appears over a remote forest . . . and the smokejumpers leap into action! Ride along with these brave men and women and learn about how they do this dangerous job. 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.
Spinning webs, climbing walls, gobbling up flies and insects...spiders have pretty cool lives! Learn more fascinating stuff about these crawly critters inside! 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.
Check it out! This book has the inside scoop on some of the best skateboarders in the world. Totally awesome! 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.
Sharks cause swimmers around the world to shake with fear. Should you really be afraid? Learn more about these amazing predators in this photo-filled 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.
A simple but fact-packed overview of the Seattle Seahawks 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.
A simple but fact-packed overview of the San Francisco 49ers 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.
Thank-you, and come again! Restaurant owners have some big responsibilities--it's hard to keep customers happy and to make sure that each employee is treated fairly. Exciting photographs and informative text take kids behind the scenes of restaurant management and introduce them to the hard work involved in running a business. 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.
Gather 'round, me hearties! Time for tales of scallywags and pirates, of treasure and trouble. Find out the real story behind the dark deeds of pirates! 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.
A simple but fact-packed overview of the Pittsburgh Steelers 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.
A simple but fact-packed overview of the Philadelphia Eagles 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.
Prepare for takeoff! Being a pilot means having to stay calm under pressure and make critical decisions thousands of feet above the ground. Filled with engaging text and colorful pictures, this title takes children behind the scenes of air travel to learn about the people in control. 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.
In aquariums, orcas seem playful and fun. In the wild, they're fish-crunching, seal-hunting predators! Meet them inside. 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.
Nursing is a demanding job and requires skill, patience, and a gentle touch. Kids learn about the professionals who take care of them when they're ill and help them maintain their overall health. Exciting pictures and informative text provide readers with a new appreciation for the nurses who care for our communities. 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.
A simple but fact-packed overview of the New Orleans Saints 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.
A simple but fact-packed overview of the New York Jets 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.
A simple but fact-packed overview of the New York Giants 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.
