Dive into the action of Germany's top soccer league, the Bundesliga! In this hi/lo title, reluctant readers will learn about one of the world's top soccer leagues. Engaging text and vibrant photos bring the action to life for readers to experience. Special features include a timeline of key events in the league's history, a look at the biggest players in the league, and a breakdown of the promotion and relegation system. A two-page closing spread provides even more information about the league including the largest stadium, club records, and individual records.
Stones dot a dry lakebed. Each one is followed by a wandering trail left in the dirt. Did the stones move? This hi/lo title uncovers the mystery behind sailing stones. Readers will discover what sailing stones are, some of the first explanations of the phenomenon, and what truths scientists have uncovered. Profiles of notable sightings give specific examples of the history of sailing stones. A diagram provides a visual explanation of how the stones move.
A wind blows sand down a dune. A loud sound fills the air. It is a singing sand dune! This title explores the many sounds, the history, and the science behind singing sand dunes. The carefully leveled text includes high-interest content and photos. Interesting features dive into a related phenomenon, a past explanation, and more. Fun facts give readers even more to learn. This title will have readers singing its praises!
A colorful band of light stretches across the northern sky. People watch the aurora in awe! In this hi/lo title, readers explore the folklore and science of auroras. Stunning photographs complement the text to provide interest and support. Features provide an in-depth look into a related phenomenon, a past explanation, and a key sighting. A diagram visually breaks down how auroras form. Readers will enjoy unraveling the mystery of beautiful auroras!
Fairy rings are circles of fungi growth. Many cultures have created folklore to explain these creations of nature. Although we understand them today, they continue to be a whimsical phenomenon. This hi/lo title explains what fairy rings are, details their history, and explores the science behind how they form. Special features detail a related phenomenon, a notable sighting, and a past explanation. A diagram highlights the stages of mushroom growth. Readers will also find fun facts throughout the text that provide additional interesting information about fairy rings.
Waves approach a beach at night. As they crash upon the sand, a blue glow flickers throughout the water. The glowing waves are a dazzling sight to see! Readers will discover the wonder and beauty of glowing waves in this hi/lo title. Chapters describe this natural phenomenon, share the history of glowing waves, and explain how they occur. Special features include a notable sighting, an explanation diagram, and more.
The United States Marine Corps motto is “Always Faithful.” This hi/lo title for young readers explores this tough and amphibious branch of the military. Readers will learn about the roles, tools, and missions of the Marine Corps. Special features profile equipment and missions. A map points out the locations of major Marine bases. Fun facts provide additional information about the branch, and a full-spread profile highlights the basics of the United States Marine Corps.
The United States Navy is determined to show honor, have courage, and be committed to the nation. Throughout this hi/lo title, readers will explore the roles, equipment, and missions of the United States Navy. An action-packed narrative opening details a naval mission. Fun facts provide exciting information alongside the informative main text. Special features include profiles, a map, and a full spread that highlights naval statistics and more.
“Aim High … Fly-Fight-Win.” This is the motto of the United States Air Force, the country’s military presence in the skies! This hi/lo title introduces readers to this important part of the military. Leveled text defines and explains the basics of the branch, the tools and equipment airmen use, and important missions they have completed. Profiles highlight an important piece of equipment and a mission. A map points to the branch’s base locations. A full-spread profile of the branch summarizes notable information about the Air Force, including when it was established, its motto, and more.
“This We’ll Defend.” This is the motto of the United States Army, the main land defense of the United States. This hi/lo title allows readers to learn about the oldest military branch, the Army. Organized chapters define and introduce the branch, discuss tools and equipment, and describe important missions the Army has completed. A map highlights the location of the Army’s largest bases. Profiles give snapshots of a piece of equipment and a mission. The book rounds out with a full-spread profile of the branch, covering basic statistics, the year the Army was established, and more.
The United States Coast Guard has the special job of protecting United States waters. This hi/lo title begins with a narrative that explores a Coast Guard mission, putting readers right in the action. Additional chapters describe the roles of the branch, the tools it uses, and the major missions it has completed. An equipment profile highlights an important tool, while a mission profile provides specifics about a historic mission. The book closes with a full-spread profile that summarizes the basics of the United States Coast Guard.
The Muscogee are one of the largest Native American Nations. They are originally from the Southeastern woodlands of the United States. Today, Muscogee people are members of tribes located in Oklahoma, Alabama, Georgia, and Florida. Through carefully leveled text, readers will learn about ancestral Muscogee, their life before and after European contact, Muscogee life today, and how they continue to celebrate their culture. Additional features profile a famous Muscogee person, show important events on a timeline, and more.
The Nez Perce are a nation of Native American people. Their homelands span across what is now Idaho, Oregon, and Washington. Today, Nez Perce people continue to celebrate their nation’s traditions and culture on the Nez Perce Tribe’s reservation and beyond. This title introduces readers to the Nez Perce and their ancestral lifestyle, history, present-day life and culture, challenges the people face, and how they work to overcome them. Readers will learn additional information through maps, timelines, fascinating fact sidebars, and more.
The Ojibwe are among the largest Native American nations today. There are dozens of bands throughout the United States and Canada. In this title, readers will learn about how the Ojibwe once lived, what happened to them after European contact, how they live and celebrate their culture today, and some challenges they face. Additional features highlight a famous Ojibwe person, map Ojibwe homelands and present-day reservations, and much more.
Electronic Arts makes some of the most popular video games today! This title introduces readers to the history of the company, from its origins to the present day, through leveled text and crisp photos. Along the way, fun facts offer high-interest information, while special features map the company’s headquarters, profile an EA leader, highlight top-selling EA games, and more. Gamers will enjoy learning the history of this top gaming company!
The Chumash are Native American peoples from present-day California. Their history in the region spans around 13,000 years! In this title, readers learn about the traditional lifestyle, history, present-day life, and continuing traditions of the Chumash through leveled text and crisp, labeled photographs. Additional features such as a timeline, maps, fascinating facts, and more present readers with more information to foster an engaging and informative reading experience.
From Shrek to Trolls to How to Train Your Dragon, DreamWorks is responsible for many popular animated movies! In this book, young readers will learn about the company’s history, from its early days to its present offerings, as well as the company’s philanthropy, connections with fans, and more. Special features add even more information, including a map of the company’s headquarters, a profile of a company leader, and lists of top movies. Young fans will enjoy reading about the origins of some of their favorite movies!
Amazon is the world’s largest online retailer! In this title, fluent readers will learn how it went from a bookstore based in a garage to one of the most recognizable brands in the world. Fact-filled text engages readers as they learn about Amazon’s history, philanthropy, products, and more. Fun facts offer additional information, and special features map the company’s headquarters, highlight sales, profile a company leader, and show off popular products. This fun title delivers an informative and engaging read!
First released in 1959, Barbie was an instant hit. Since then, more than 1 billion dolls have been sold! In this book, fluent readers will learn about Barbie’s history, including who invented this iconic doll, how the brand has grown, how it helps others, and how fans engage with Barbie. Engaging text and crisp, colorful photos draw in readers, while fun facts offer high-interest information. Special features map Barbie’s headquarters, show off popular dolls, profile Barbie’s creator, highlight a fan event, and more. Barbie fans will love reading this history of their favorite doll!
The Nile River runs south to north through 11 African countries! This title welcomes readers to explore the Nile’s route through wetlands and the Savanna Desert all the way to the Mediterranean Sea. Vibrant photos and thoughtfully leveled text detail how the river formed, as well as its importance to the wildlife and humans around it. Special features provide in-depth descriptions of major events and human-made structures along the Nile River.
The Yangtze River is the longest river in Asia! It is known by different names as it flows through China. In this title, fluent readers will explore the river and its over 700 tributaries. Crisp photos show the landscape and wildlife supported by the Yangtze. Leveled text highlights the human history of the river and the present-day impact of people on its waters. Features add details about the river’s formation, cultural significance, and more.
Every year, millions of Hindus travel to the Ganges River. This title welcomes readers to explore this holy river’s spiritual and life-sustaining significance. Crisp photos show the river’s path, including major tributaries, confluences, and the delta. Leveled text highlights wildlife supported by the river. Features add details about the river’s formation and timeline. The title concludes by sharing the severe impact of humans on the Ganges and some ways people are working to protect the river.
The Mississippi River is a migration route for more than 325 bird species! In this title, readers will dive into the river’s history and its reach across much of the United States. The wildlife and land along the river’s path are brought to life in the leveled text and colorful photos. A story feature highlights Mark Twain’s work inspired by the river, and other features map the river’s path, highlight historic events, and more. The book concludes by sharing how humans affect the mighty Mississippi River.
The Amazon River has earned the nickname “river sea.” Some areas are so wide that people are unable to see from one riverbank to the other! In this title, engaging text and crisp photos immerse readers in the land, plants, and animals along the river’s path. A timeline feature highlights human events on and around the river. The book concludes with a focus on present-day human activity and how it affects the Amazon River.
The famous waltz “The Blue Danube,” was inspired by the Danube River! This fun fact and more are included in this title as readers learn about the river’s journey through ten European countries. Leveled text highlights the surrounding landscape and wildlife. Human history and present-day activity are also discussed, including major cities and environmental threats. Special features show the river’s cultural impact, highlight human-made structures, and more. Colorful photos share the unique beauty of the Danube River!
