No two snowflakes look the same! But do you know how they form? This book introduces emergent readers to how snow forms and how it can affect us in our daily lives. Leveled text and vibrant photos introduce the subject, while unique features help readers visualize snow formation, highlight snowy day activities, and more. This title will keep readers engaged and excited to learn more about this chilly weather event!
Put your hands in the air and enjoy a wild ride around the science of roller coasters! This title includes leveled text that describes how a roller coaster’s train and tracks interact. The book then dives into how the twists and turns affect the train and the riders inside. Special features reinforce the text to help young readers visualize the kinds of energy and forces at work. A question encourages readers to imagine their own roller coaster design!
Russia is known for its rugged landscape and frigid climate. So bundle up before diving into this exciting introduction to the largest country in the world! In this book, emergent readers will explore Russia through leveled text, colorful photography, and engaging features that highlight the landscape, wildlife, language, foods, and demographics of this vast nation!
The sun has set. It is time to pray and eat. This beginning title introduces young readers to Ramadan, including when it happens and how people celebrate. Simple, predictable text and colorful photos work together to illustrate the meanings and traditions of Ramadan. A facts page reinforces the text, while a photo glossary visually defines difficult words. This introduction to the holy month of Ramadan is perfect for young students just starting to read independently!
Let’s go to the park! Beginning readers will love exploring one of their favorite community places in this engaging title. Short sentences explore all that you will find at a park, from playgrounds and sports fields to paths and picnic areas. Crisp photos, photo labels, a simple diagram, and a picture glossary provide reinforcement as students read. This simple title will make reading a walk in the park for students just starting to read on their own!
Plop! A drop of rain falls from above. Where did it come from? In this title, simple text will guide young readers as they learn about rain and how it forms in the sky. Exciting special features include a diagram, an activity list, and a question to help readers better understand rain and how it shapes the world around them!
From tasty cuisines to beautiful landmarks, Mexico is full of excitement and wonder! In this title, leveled text will guide readers through an introduction of Mexico and its landscape, wildlife, population, and culture. As they read, students will encounter vivid photos, maps, profiles, and other exciting features that will help them learn more about Mexico!
Meteorologists predict the weather! They learn to study conditions to forecast storms and warn people in the path. They may work on TV, in government organizations, and more! This leveled title introduces young readers to the work of meteorologists, including their daily tasks, the tools they use, and how to become one. Special features profile a famous meteorologist, highlight the use of STEM in the career, and tell readers how they can become a meteorologist!
The new moon is here. It is Lunar New Year! This beginning title introduces basic facts about this popular holiday, from common foods to favorite traditions. Simple, predictable text and vibrant photos support readers, while a facts page reinforces the text and a photo glossary offers visual definitions. Students who are just starting to read on their own will love this introduction to this joyful holiday!
Learn about President Jimmy Carter and the defining moments of his four years in office in this fact-filled title. The book’s leveled text follows Carter’s life, from his early years on his family’s peanut farm through his presidency, and to his current climate change efforts. Colorful photos support the main text and highlight critical moments in his presidency. A profile feature adds additional information about Carter’s life, and a question feature will help young readers connect with U.S. history!
We light the kinara and prepare a feast. We are celebrating Kwanzaa! In this title, young readers will learn basic facts about this African American holiday including when it happens and the meaning behind it. Simple, predictable text and colorful photos highlight favorite traditions, while a visual feature and photo glossary reinforce the text. Students just starting to read independently will feel supported as they learn about how special this holiday is for many people!
Did you know that the first civilization began in Iraq? Readers will learn this and many more exciting facts in this book about Iraq! Leveled text and vibrant photos will introduce readers to the landscape, wildlife, residents, and culture of this country. Special features such as profiles, maps, and a full-spread summary of the country will help readers discover even more about Iraq!
Italy stands out as a boot-shaped country, but there is much more to Italy than meets the eye! Through leveled text and vibrant images, readers of this title will be introduced to the different parts of this European nation, including its geography, people, culture, and more. Additional special features map Italy’s location, highlight native animals, show off greetings, and more!
Made up of over 6,000 islands, Japan is full of exciting attractions for visitors and residents alike! In this book, young readers are introduced to Japan and its landscape, wildlife, population, foods, sports, holidays, and more. Alongside leveled text and vibrant images, maps, profiles, and other special features provide even more detail about this beautiful country.
From its historic landmarks to its diverse landscapes, India dazzles visitors and residents alike! This title introduces readers to the landscapes, wildlife, demographics, and culture of this South Asian country. With leveled text and colorful images introduce India, while special features highlight the country’s greetings, wildlife, and more.
When is Indigenous Peoples’ Day? How do people celebrate? This beginning title answers these questions and more in this basic introduction to the holiday. Students just starting to read independently can learn about the purpose and the traditions of the holiday through simple, predictable text and vibrant photos. A photo glossary and a facts page reiterate and clarify the text. This engaging title supports young readers as they learn about this holiday!
From costumes to candy, Halloween is full of fun! In this beginning title, young readers can learn about the different traditions of this holiday through simple, predictable text and colorful photos. A facts page summarizes information, and a photo glossary aids with difficult words. Students just starting to read independently will find this fun title a real treat!
We light the menorah and play dreidel. It is Hanukkah! This beginning title introduces young readers to the Jewish Festival of Light. Simple, predictable text and crisp photos tell about what the holiday honors, when it takes place, and how people celebrate today. A special feature reinforces the text, while a photo glossary aids with unfamiliar words. This supportive introduction is perfect for students who are just starting to read independently.
Learn how helicopters soar through the sky to transport and rescue in this fact-filled title! Young readers will learn about the uses, inner workings, and future of these powerful machines. Crisp images and leveled text provide engaging descriptions, while special features offer step-by-step visuals for critical helicopter parts and flight mechanics. The book concludes with a question that prompts readers to think about future helicopters.
Time for a shopping trip! This title introduces beginning readers to all that you can find at the grocery store. Leveled text and bright photos guide readers through the different grocery departments and to the checkout lane. Simple diagrams, labels, and a picture glossary help reinforce the text. This simple trip to a common community place is sure to interest young readers.
From Africa to the continental United States, grasslands support a variety of life! This fact-filled title describes this biome and four animals that have adapted to live there. Young readers will enjoy guessing each animal from their stand-out characteristics. Sneak peek images serve as clues, while crisp, colorful photos are used for the big reveal! Special features support and enhance the main text by offering more detailed animal facts, maps, and more!
Giant tortoises face many challenges. How can humans help them? In this title, leveled text and informative photos illustrate the challenges that giant tortoises face and how humans are able to help them survive. Cause and effect features show what is behind the threat to the animal and what the world would be like without them, while other features highlight the range, status, and life span of the tortoise.
Bonjour! Welcome to France! In this title, readers will be introduced to the landscape, wildlife, demographics, and culture of France. Leveled text and vivid photographs will guide readers through every spread, while maps, profiles, and more will further enhance their learning experience!
Learn about the life and influence of the longest-serving president in U.S. history! This book’s leveled text describes Roosevelt’s early life and far-reaching achievements while in office. Historical photos support the main text and detail Roosevelt’s programs that have had a lasting influence on the nation. A profile feature explores the president’s beginnings, and a question feature asks young readers to think about what they have read. This title is full of information about an influential president’s accomplishments during one of the nation’s most trying times!
Geologists study the materials and processes that make Earth! These important scientists find new ways to use minerals, study climate change, and more. In this low-level title, leveled text and on-the-job photos explore the work of geologists in the lab and in the field. Readers will learn what geologists do, what tools they use, and how to become one. Special features profile a notable geologist, show how geologists use STEM, and outline how to become a geologist!
