Through narrative nonfiction text, readers learn the amazing story of Alia Muhammad Baker, a librarian who preserved Iraq's history by saving thousands of books from being destroyed during the Iraq War. Additional features to aid comprehension include a table of contents, fact-filled captions, callouts, and sidebars, a glossary, sources for further research, a listing of source notes, and an introduction to the author.
From the state capitol on goat hill to the National Voting Rights Museum, there's lots to see and do in Alabama! Additional features include maps on each spread, state symbols, famous people, fact bubbles, and informative captions that highlight some of the things that make Alabama special. A table of contents, sources for further research, a phonetic glossary, and an index support readers and extend learning.
Learn the basics about many different types of zooming, zipping airplanes--from cargo planes to passenger jets.
A child goes for a ride with a dragon in a wagon and they continue traveling by a great variety of transportation modes and greet a great variety of creatures along the way.
Bring readers along to witness music sensation Adele's rise to fame. Adele's pitch-perfect voice and soulful songwriting has earned her multiple Grammy awards. Additional features include a Fast Facts spread, critical thinking questions, primary source quotes and accompanying source notes, a phonetic glossary, an index, and sources for further research.
Learn about the life of Abraham Lincoln and his contributions to the United States of America. Additional features to aid comprehension include fact-filled captions and callouts, detailed photographs, a table of contents, a phonetic glossary, a timeline, sources for further research, and an introduction to the author.
Through narrative nonfiction text, readers learn the incredible story of Abby Sunderland and her attempt to be the youngest person ever to sail solo around the world. Additional features to aid comprehension include a table of contents, fact-filled captions, callouts, and sidebars, a glossary, sources for further research, a listing of source notes, and an introduction to the author.
Introduces readers to Abe's day of building a birdhouse. Discusses the benefits of making a birdhouse and explains how to build a birdhouse from household materials. Additional features to aid comprehension include vivid photographs, Common Core questions and activities, a phonetic glossary, and sources for further research.
Learn about the key players and big wins that have made the Sacramento Kings one of the most exciting teams in the NBA. Readers will get a glimpse into the team's history, its home court, its fans, and the team's most memorable moments. Additional features to enhance comprehension include informative captions, an introduction to the author, a phonetic glossary of key words and phrases, sources for further research including websites, a look at the parts of a basketball court, a section on common uniforms for the team, a section of career records and stats, and an index.
Learn about the key players and big wins that have made the San Antonio Spurs one of the most exciting teams in the NBA. Readers will get a glimpse into the team's history, its home court, its fans, and the team's most memorable moments. Additional features to enhance comprehension include informative captions, an introduction to the author, a phonetic glossary of key words and phrases, sources for further research including websites, a look at the parts of a basketball court, a section on common uniforms for the team, a section of career records and stats, and an index.
Enjoy our nation's capital as you watch the Washington Nationals take on Major League Baseball's best. Meet the top players, read stories of past and present, and check out all the key stats. Root, root, root for the home team as you become a Nationals expert! Additional features include a table of contents, informative captions, a diagram of the home field, a section on basic gear, a phonetic glossary, sources for further research, an index, and information about the author.
Visit the Great White North to watch the Toronto Blue Jays take on Major League Baseball's best. Meet the top players, read stories of past and present, and check out all the key stats. Root, root, root for the home team as you become a Blue Jays expert! Additional features include a table of contents, informative captions, a diagram of the home field, a section on basic gear, a phonetic glossary, sources for further research, an index, and information about the author.
Go deep in the heart of Texas to watch the Texas Rangers take on Major League Baseball's best. Meet the top players, read stories of past and present, and check out all the key stats. Root, root, root for the home team as you become a Rangers expert! Additional features include a table of contents, informative captions, a diagram of the home field, a section on basic gear, a phonetic glossary, sources for further research, an index, and information about the author.
Bask in the Florida sunshine when you watch the Tampa Bay Rays take on Major League Baseball's best. Meet the top players, read stories of past and present, and check out all the key stats. Root, root, root for the home team as you become a Rays expert! Additional features include a table of contents, informative captions, a diagram of the home field, a section on basic gear, a phonetic glossary, sources for further research, an index, and information about the author.
See the mighty Discovery Arch as you watch the St. Louis Cardinals take on Major League Baseball's best. Meet the top players, read stories of past and present, and check out all the key stats. Root, root, root for the home team as you become a Cardinals expert! Additional features include a table of contents, informative captions, a diagram of the home field, a section on basic gear, a phonetic glossary, sources for further research, an index, and information about the author.
Who's Number 1? It's every sports fan's biggest question. In Top 10 Women Athletes, readers get a chance to meet stars from tennis, track, skiing, basketball, and more--then it's up to them to decide who tops the list. Stats, stories, and facts help each reader have their own opinion. The book features pioneering and powerful heroines from yesterday and today. Outstanding photography, fact-packed sidebars and captions, a table of contents, a phonetic glossary, sources for further research, an index, and an introduction to the author all aid readers' comprehension.
When Toby gets distracted during a tour in Washington, D.C., Leo the paintbrush teaches him about the importance of learning about our country and respecting all countries. Together, Toby and Leo learn about what makes different countries special and how you can celebrate your own country and honor those who protect it. Additional features to aid comprehension include a table of contents, a section on using respectful words, a S.T.E.A.M. activity, a phonetic glossary, sources for further research including web sites, an index, and an introduction to the author.
Who's Number 1? It's every sports fan's biggest question. In Top 10 Toughest Football Players, readers get a chance to meet the hard-hitting heroes of the gridiron--then it's up to them to decide who tops the list. Stats, stories, and facts help each reader have their own opinion. The book features rough-and-tumble NFL stars from yesterday and today. Outstanding photography, fact-packed sidebars and captions, a table of contents, a phonetic glossary, sources for further research, an index, and an introduction to the author all aid readers' comprehension.
Who's Number 1? It's every sports fan's biggest question. In Top 10 Twenty-First Century Athletes, readers get a chance to check out today's most amazing stars--from football, baseball, tennis, basketball, and more--then it's up to them to decide who tops the list. Stats, stories, and facts help each reader have their own opinion. The book features athletes who have made their mark since 2000. Outstanding photography, fact-packed sidebars and captions, a table of contents, a phonetic glossary, sources for further research, an index, and an introduction to the author all aid readers' comprehension.
Who's Number 1? It's every sports fan's biggest question. In Top 10 Soccer Superstars, readers get a chance to meet stars from the world's most popular sport--then it's up to them to decide who tops the list. Stats, stories, and facts help each reader have their own opinion. The book features international heroes from yesterday and today. Outstanding photography, fact-packed sidebars and captions, a table of contents, a phonetic glossary, sources for further research, an index, and an introduction to the author all aid readers' comprehension.
Who's Number 1? It's every sports fan's biggest question. In Top 10 Richest Athletes, readers get a chance to meet sports stars with tons of money--and lots of generosity--then it's up to them to decide who tops the list. Stats, stories, and facts help each reader have their own opinion. The book features athletes who use their great wealth to help others. Outstanding photography, fact-packed sidebars and captions, a table of contents, a phonetic glossary, sources for further research, an index, and an introduction to the author all aid readers' comprehension.
Who's Number 1? It's every sports fan's biggest question. In Top 10 Home Run Hitters, readers get a chance to meet the best long-ball sluggers ever--then it's up to them to decide who tops the list. Stats, stories, and facts help each reader have their own opinion. The book features home run heroes from yesterday and today. Outstanding photography, fact-packed sidebars and captions, a table of contents, a phonetic glossary, sources for further research, an index, and an introduction to the author all aid readers' comprehension.
Who's Number 1? It's every sports fan's biggest question. In Top 10 Olympic Champions, readers get a chance to meet gold-medal superstars and more--then it's up to them to decide who tops the list. Stats, stories, and facts help each reader have their own opinion. The book features record-breaking stars from yesterday and today. Outstanding photography, fact-packed sidebars and captions, a table of contents, a phonetic glossary, sources for further research, an index, and an introduction to the author all aid readers' comprehension.
Who's Number 1? It's every sports fan's biggest question. In Top 10 Quarterbacks, readers get a chance to meet the best ever at that key football position--then it's up to them to decide who tops the list. Stats, stories, and facts help each reader have their own opinion. The book features NFL heroes from yesterday and today. Outstanding photography, fact-packed sidebars and captions, a table of contents, a phonetic glossary, sources for further research, an index, and an introduction to the author all aid readers' comprehension.
Who's Number 1? It's every sports fan's biggest question. In Top 10 Hockey Heroes, readers get a chance to meet the best of the best from this icy sport--then it's up to them to decide who tops the list. Stats, stories, and facts help each reader have their own opinion. The book features NHL heroes from yesterday and today. Outstanding photography, fact-packed sidebars and captions, a table of contents, a phonetic glossary, sources for further research, an index, and an introduction to the author all aid readers' comprehension.
