Introduces readers to the concept of being polite as well as some of the situations in which they should properly use the phrase 'please.'
Provides an inside look at the fast-paced, important, stressful, and often dangerous job of paramedics.
Introduces readers to the concept of asking permission as well as some of the situations in which they should properly use the phrase 'May I.'
Legends tell of beautiful creatures living deep in the ocean, ready to either help passing ships or lure sailors to their graves. From fairy tales to films, mermaids have captured people's imaginations for centuries. Readers will enjoy learning about the histories and behaviors of these legendary creatures, along with their presence in popular culture. Vivid images and a helpful diagram illustrate a mermaid's anatomy. Additional features include a phonetic glossary, resources for further study, an index, and an introduction to the author.
Introduces readers to the concept of apologizing as well as some of the situations in which they should properly use the phrase 'I'm sorry.'
Deep in the Middle Eastern deserts, legends tell of creatures with extraordinary powers. From The Thousand and One Nights to Disney's Aladdin, genies have captured people's imaginations for millennia. Readers will enjoy learning about the histories and behaviors of these legendary creatures, along with their presence in popular culture. Vivid images and a helpful diagram illustrate a genie's anatomy. Additional features include a phonetic glossary, resources for further study, an index, and an introduction to the author.
In shady forests and dark caves, legends tell of small creatures living underground From European legends to gardens around the world, gnomes have captured people's imaginations for centuries. Readers will enjoy learning about the histories and behaviors of these legendary creatures, along with their presence in popular culture. Vivid images and a helpful diagram illustrate a gnome's anatomy. Additional features include a phonetic glossary, resources for further study, an index, and an introduction to the author.
Provides an inside look at the fast-paced, important, stressful, and often dangerous job of hotshot crews as they battle wildfires.
Legends tell of flying, fire-breathing creatures. Some legends say the creatures are kind and wise. Others say they can wreak havoc on unsuspecting villages. From ancient China to medieval Europe, dragons have captured people's imaginations for millennia. Readers will enjoy learning about the histories and behaviors of these legendary creatures, along with their presence in popular culture. Vivid images and a helpful diagram illustrate a dragon's anatomy. Additional features include a phonetic glossary, resources for further study, an index, and an introduction to the author.
Introduces readers to the concept of being polite as well as some of the situations in which they should properly use the phrase 'excuse me.'
Legends tell of tiny creatures with the ability to fly and perform magic. From old stories of fair folk to modern-day Tinker Bell, fairies have captured people's imaginations around the world. Readers will enjoy learning about the histories and behaviors of these legendary creatures, along with their presence in popular culture. Vivid images and a helpful diagram illustrate a fairy's anatomy. Additional features include a phonetic glossary, resources for further study, an index, and an introduction to the author.
Provides an inside look at the fast-paced, important, stressful, and often dangerous job of firefighters.
Deep in the forests of North America, legends say there lives a creature more than 8 feet (2.4 m) tall and covered in hair. From Native American stories to modern sightings, Bigfoot has captured people's imaginations for centuries. Readers will enjoy learning about the history and behavior of the legendary creature, along with its presence in popular culture. Vivid images and a helpful diagram illustrate the creature's anatomy. Additional features include a phonetic glossary, resources for further study, an index, and an introduction to the author.
Provides engaging information about dinosaurs, including fossils, T. rex, and Stegosaurus, through the format of riddle clues and answers. Vibrant photos help illustrate the subject. Additional features include a phonetic glossary, and introduction to the author, and sources for further research.
Provides an inside look at the fast-paced, important, and stressful job of 911 dispatchers.
Introduces readers to the concept of being polite as well as some of the situations in which they should properly use the phrase 'after you.'
Provides an inside look at the fast-paced, important, stressful, and often dangerous job of air ambulance crews.
Provides an inside look at the fast-paced, important, stressful, and often dangerous job of air and sea rescue teams.
The home team needs one more point to win the match! The ball is in play. Bump, set, spike! Young readers will learn the rules of the court in this low-level title about volleyball. Engaging text explains gameplay, while vivid photos provide visual reinforcement. Readers will dive even further into the sport through features including a champion profile, court diagram, and gear spotlight.
Time to step into a new world! When you strap on a virtual reality headset, it will feel like you have! Virtual reality gaming uses new technology to give players an unforgettable experience. In this engaging title, striving readers will learn about the history and development of virtual reality gaming, including the hardware used, popular games, and more. A visual timeline highlights the history of VR gaming, while other features list top-selling games, profile a popular VR game, and more. Readers will love stepping into a new world with this high-interest title!
The Utahraptor is the official state dinosaur of Utah! This ferocious predator stomped across the earth during the Cretaceous Period. Readers of this high-interest text will learn all about the world of the Utahraptor, from what the dinosaur ate to which body parts helped it hunt. Along the way, readers will be drawn in by engaging text, colorful illustrations, and special features that highlight the dinosaur’s diet, range, size, and more. To conclude the book, a two-page feature puts all of the key points of the Utahraptor into one place!
Ukraine is one of the largest countries in Europe! In this title, fluent readers can explore all that this beautiful country has to offer. Vibrant photos and activities bring the nation to life, exploring the Ukraine’s landscape, customs, wildlife, and more. Features such as a timeline, a map, a wildlife profile, a recipe, and an activity add even more excitement to this engaging title. Readers will come away with new knowledge of life in the Ukraine.
Turkey is a country with a rich cultural heritage. This peninsula country joins the continents of Asia and Europe together. Turkey’s customs, culture, landscape, and more are on display in this title for fluent readers. Special features introduce readers to the country’s language, climate, and landscape, while engaging activities highlight Turkish recipes and activities. Readers will enjoy this thorough exploration of all that makes Turkey great!
It’s the bottom of the seventh, and the bases are loaded. The score is tied. Who will win? Young readers will love this home run title about softball! Leveled text covers the rules of the game and the gear needed to make plays. A champion spotlight highlights a professional’s career, while a field diagram and gear feature visually reinforce the text. Step up to bat and into the pages of this fun and informative title!
During the Middle Ages, mapmakers placed sea serpents on maps to warn sailors of their presence. But did they really help the seafarers avoid their doom? Young readers will sail through the pages of this high-low title that uncovers the mystery of mythical sea serpents. A narrative opener kick-starts the excitement, while eye-catching features such as an origin map, media mention, and more bring this creature to life!
