The case is closed—but did police arrest the right culprit? Controversial techniques used by investigators can pin a crime on the wrong person. Learn about the consequences of these techniques and what's being done to fix them in this high/low title.
Using the cumulative format of This Is the House That Jack Built, this story follows a family as it maintains a handcrafted bee box in their yard and uses the products that come from it.
A unique set of big-eyed, handmade, vinyl characters animate an action alphabet. Follow all seven characters in a variety of activities from A to Z.
From bells that ring to kids with swing, this witty rhyming book relishes the many pleasures of going to school. Clever wordplay and exuberant illustrations capture the rhythms of the school day, from the first bell to the last assembly.
A tiny field mouse moves into an abandoned building. One by one, a cat, a rabbit, a frog, and a dog move in with him. "There's always room for one more," says Mouse. After dinner, when it's time to go to sleep, Mouse makes sure each new friend has just the right place to sleep.
A flea kicking a tree, a rat wearing a hat (sitting on a baseball bat) and a moose drinking juice in a big red caboose: what strange and wonderful things are happening here? Maybe it’s all a little boy’s dream…
What parade could ever be more exciting than a circus parade? From clowns to elephants, jugglers to acrobats, dancing dogs to prancing ponies, excitement fills the air.
Max and Sarah Build a Snowman teaches numbers and counting within the context of the familiar hide-and-seek game.
Let's put the spotlight on the exciting world of electricians! With Skilled Trade Careers: Electricians, you'll discover how these skilled workers keep homes and towns operating at full power. Find out why “green energy” and amazing technology is changing the work of these professionals, and learn how you can pursue a career in this in-demand field!
Let's explore the fascinating work of plumbers! With Skilled Trade Careers: Plumbers, you'll discover how these professionals use their skills and training to solve mysteries, repair problems, and keep our communities clean and healthy. Learn how you can pursue a career in this in-demand field!
Let's explore the skillful work of carpenters! With Skilled Trade Careers: Carpenters, you'll discover how these professionals use their knowledge of math, geometry, and other subjects to turn blueprints and wood into beautiful buildings—inside and outside! Learn how you can pursue a career in this in-demand field.
Keeping things not too hot and not too cold—that’s the tricky task of HVAC techs! Discover how these trained professionals help keep homes cool in summer and cozy in winter, food fresh, and the planet from getting too warm. Learn how you can pursue a career in this in-demand field!
Get revved up about the world of mechanics! With Skilled Trade Careers: Mechanics, you'll discover how these highly skilled workers keep cars, boats, planes, and more running. Find out how they use computers, diagrams, and powerful tools to diagnose problems and make repairs, and learn how you can pursue a career in this in-demand field!
Spark your interest in the high-tech world of welders, where you’ll find torches, lasers, and robots! Discover how these skilled tradespeople use special training and tools to keep ships afloat, planes aloft, and buildings standing strong. Learn how you can pursue a career in this in-demand field!
You might think that fire burns away most evidence, but not for fire investigators. Forest fires? Suspected arson? A car explosion? Don't worry, Fire Investigators are on the case!
There are many ways to make things move. Let’s discover how we can push and pull to set things in motion! Ready for Science: Make It Move, a 16-page book for readers in prekindergarten to grade 2, helps emerging readers develop proficient literacy skills while learning about force and motion.
From down on the ground to way up in the sky, we like to be on the go! But what makes cars drive and airplanes fly? In My Engineering Library: Design and Build It to Go, you'll learn about what engineers think about to build vehicles that go.
A microscope, a telescope, a thermometer, a beaker – let's explore these science tools, and more, that help us learn about the world around us! Ready for Science: Science Tools, a 16-page book for readers in prekindergarten to grade 2, helps emerging readers develop proficient literacy skills while learning about the tools used in science.
All animals need food to stay alive – just like you! What types of foods do you eat? Let's explore the animal kingdom and discover what other animals like to eat! Ready for Science: Animals Need Food, a 16-page book for readers in prekindergarten to grade 2, helps emerging readers develop proficient literacy skills while learning about animals and what they eat to stay alive.
All animals need shelter to survive – just like you! What gives you shelter? Let's explore the animal kingdom and discover what other animals use for shelter. Ready for Science: Animals Need Shelter, a 16-page book for readers in prekindergarten to grade 2, helps emerging readers develop proficient literacy skills while learning about animals and the kinds of shelter they need to stay alive.
These dedicated scientists work with law enforcement to catch criminals and save the day! Mystery DNA? Creepy crawly evidence? Suspicious substances? Don’t worry, Forensic Scientists are on the case!
Gas is everywhere. But what is it, and where can you find it? Ready for Science: Where is the Gas?, a 16-page book for readers in prekindergarten to grade 2, helps emerging readers develop proficient literacy skills while learning about one state of matter – gas!
Do not throw that thing in the trash. Reuse it! Reusing items helps Earth and keeps garbage out of landfills. Ready for Science: Reuse It!, a 16-page book for readers in prekindergarten to grade 2, helps emerging readers develop proficient literacy skills while learning about how to reuse everyday objects to reduce waste and help planet Earth.
With the highest security clearances, these law enforcement agents are at the very top. Stolen art? Murderer at large? A high-stakes kidnapping? Don’t worry, FBI agents are on the case!
We all need help sometimes. Someone might need help hearing. Police might need help solving a crime. Even Earth needs help! In My Engineering Library: Design and Build It to Help, you'll learn about how engineering designs help people every day.
