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How to Be Friends with This Gnome

Erin Savory (author) Ana Zurita (illustrator)

Publisher: Rourke Publishing ISBN: 9781731643773

Meet Mimi the gnome. She wants to be friends. How can you be a good friend to Mimi? In How to Be Friends with This Gnome, you'll learn valuable friendship skills surrounding respecting a friend's needs and limitations. There are many ways to be a good friend. The How to Be Friends series models positive ways to interact with and support friends through vivid illustrations and empathy-focused stories. Beginning readers will learn to model friendship-building skills in this easy-to-read fiction series featuring fantasy characters on each of its 24 pages.

MEGA Creatures of Ancient Lands

Anastasia Suen (author)

Publisher: Rourke Publishing ISBN: 9781731643827

People have been finding fossils for thousands of years. When scientists found claws that were 3 feet long, they thought they had found a massive turtle. After more bones were found, they realized that the claws belonged to a dinosaur that weighed more than 10,000 pounds! What other mega-sized, mega-cool creatures roamed ancient lands millions of years ago? Let's explore MEGA Creatures of Ancient Lands!

Abandoned Places

Hailey Scragg (author)

Publisher: Rourke Publishing ISBN: 9781731643636

Have you ever seen an empty city? A ghost town? In Hidden, Lost, and Discovered: Abandoned Places, you'll uncover why these places were abandoned and what they look like today! The Hidden, Lost, and Discovered series explores some of the most interesting places around the world, that some people don't even know exist! Eye-catching photographs, hidden histories, and fascinating facts will pique the interests of readers in this high-interest, lower-reading level series.

Technical Professionals

J. P. Miller (author)

Publisher: Rourke Publishing ISBN: 9781731643865

Having special sets of skills is a huge part of having a working military. Many jobs require years of education on top of military training. In Careers in the US Military: Technical Professionals, this high-interest nonfiction book for young readers, you'll learn about these jobs and what it takes to be great at them, including stories from military members themselves.

Esperanza Rising

Lisa Kurkov (author)

Publisher: Rourke Publishing ISBN: 9781731643735

In Esperanza Rising, Esperanza lives a comfortable, well-to-do life on her family’s ranch in Mexico. When her life suddenly changes and she must become a farm worker in California, she has a difficult time adjusting. In this nonfiction companion to the popular novel, readers learn about the struggles farm workers faced during the Great Depression, including illness, dust storms, and the decision of whether or not to strike, as well as the small joys, like favorite foods and weekly fiestas. The Nonfiction Companion series takes popular, grade-appropriate fiction titles and provides a more in-depth understanding of them. What were ration booklets really like? How did barefoot doctors work? Did families really run away to work on farms? Students will love to read about the histories, author backgrounds, and real-life facts surrounding books they already know and love.

Mysterious Locations

Hailey Scragg (author)

Publisher: Rourke Publishing ISBN: 9781731643643

All over the world there are places with unexplained mysteries. How was this built? Why was this built? In Hidden, Lost, and Discovered: Mysterious Locations, you'll find out what we DO know about these mysterious locations, and what is still left to learn! The Hidden, Lost, and Discovered series explores some of the most interesting places around the world, that some people don't even know exist! Eye-catching photographs, hidden histories, and fascinating facts will pique the interests of readers in this high-interest, lower-reading level series.

Tall and Short

Brienna Rossiter (author)

Publisher: North Star Editions ISBN: 9781641855259

Introduces readers to the concept of opposites through the pairing of tall and short. Simple text, straightforward photos, and a photo glossary make this title the perfect primer on a common pair of opposites.

Wet and Dry

Brienna Rossiter (author)

Publisher: North Star Editions ISBN: 9781641855266

Introduces readers to the concept of opposites through the pairing of wet and dry. Simple text, straightforward photos, and a photo glossary make this title the perfect primer on a common pair of opposites.

Larry Itliong Leads the Way for Farmworkers' Rights

Rose Zilka (author)

Publisher: North Star Editions ISBN: 9781641855303

Explores the history, events, and aftermath of Larry Itliong's role in the fight for farmworkers' rights. Through insightful text, “In Their Own Words” special features, and critical thinking questions, this title will introduce readers to a historic example of social activism.

Parkland Students Challenge the National Rifle Association

Rebecca Rowell (author)

Publisher: North Star Editions ISBN: 9781641855310

Explores the history, events, and future implications of the Parkland students' protest against gun violence. Through insightful text, “In Their Own Words” special features, and critical thinking questions, this title will introduce readers to a modern example of social activism.

Sophie Scholl Fights Hitler’s Regime

Clara MacCarald (author)

Publisher: North Star Editions ISBN: 9781641855327

Explores the history, events, and aftermath of Sophie Scholl's fight against Hitler's regime. Through insightful text, “In Their Own Words” special features, and critical thinking questions, this title will introduce readers to a historic example of social activism.

The Standing Rock Sioux Challenge the Dakota Access Pipeline

Clara MacCarald (author)

Publisher: North Star Editions ISBN: 9781641855334

Explores the history, events, and aftermath of the Standing Rock Sioux Tribe’s protest of the Dakota Access Pipeline. Through insightful text, “In Their Own Words” special features, and critical thinking questions, this title will introduce readers to a modern example of social activism.

Jacinda Ardern: Prime Minister of New Zealand

Cynthia Kennedy Henzel (author)

Publisher: North Star Editions ISBN: 9781641855358

Introduces readers to the political career of New Zealand Prime Minister Jacinda Ardern. Engaging infographics, thought-provoking discussion questions, and eye-catching photos give the reader an invaluable look into New Zealand and the office of its current leader.

Moon Jae-in: President of South Korea

Cynthia Kennedy Henzel (author)

Publisher: North Star Editions ISBN: 9781641855365

Introduces readers to the political career of South Korean President Moon Jae-in. Engaging infographics, thought-provoking discussion questions, and eye-catching photos give the reader an invaluable look into South Korea and the office of its current leader.

Pope Francis: Leader of the Catholic Church

Kelsey Jopp (author)

Publisher: North Star Editions ISBN: 9781641855389

Introduces readers to the life and work of Pope Francis. Engaging infographics, thought-provoking discussion questions, and eye-catching photos give the reader an invaluable look into Vatican City, the Catholic Church, and the office of its current leader.

Mookie Betts

Greg Bates (author)

Publisher: North Star Editions ISBN: 9781641854917

Introduces readers to the life and career of baseball star Mookie Betts. Colorful spreads, fun facts, interesting sidebars, and a map of important places in his life make this a thrilling read for young sports fans.

Anthony Davis

Greg Bates (author)

Publisher: North Star Editions ISBN: 9781641854924

Introduces readers to the life and career of basketball star Anthony Davis. Colorful spreads, fun facts, interesting sidebars, and a map of important places in his life make this a thrilling read for young sports fans.

Auston Matthews

Todd Kortemeier (author)

Publisher: North Star Editions ISBN: 9781641854931

Introduces readers to the life and career of hockey star Auston Matthews. Colorful spreads, fun facts, interesting sidebars, and a map of important places in his life make this a thrilling read for young sports fans.

Kylian Mbappé

Todd Kortemeier (author)

Publisher: North Star Editions ISBN: 9781641854948

Introduces readers to the life and career of soccer star Kylian Mbappé. Colorful spreads, fun facts, interesting sidebars, and a map of important places in his life make this a thrilling read for young sports fans.

Maya Moore

Matt Scheff (author)

Publisher: North Star Editions ISBN: 9781641854955

Introduces readers to the life and career of basketball star Maya Moore. Colorful spreads, fun facts, interesting sidebars, and a map of important places in her life make this a thrilling read for young sports fans.

Alex Morgan

Matt Scheff (author)

Publisher: North Star Editions ISBN: 9781641854962

Introduces readers to the life and career of soccer star Alex Morgan. Colorful spreads, fun facts, interesting sidebars, and a map of important places in her life make this a thrilling read for young sports fans.

Shohei Ohtani

Todd Kortemeier (author)

Publisher: North Star Editions ISBN: 9781641854979

Introduces readers to the life and career of baseball star Shohei Ohtani. Colorful spreads, fun facts, interesting sidebars, and a map of important places in his life make this a thrilling read for young sports fans.

Alexander Ovechkin

Todd Kortemeier (author)

Publisher: North Star Editions ISBN: 9781641854986

Introduces readers to the life and career of hockey star Alexander Ovechkin. Colorful spreads, fun facts, interesting sidebars, and a map of important places in his life make this a thrilling read for young sports fans.

Happy and Sad

Kelsey Jopp (author)

Publisher: North Star Editions ISBN: 9781641855204

Introduces readers to the concept of opposites through the pairing of happy and sad. Simple text, straightforward photos, and a photo glossary make this title the perfect primer on a common pair of opposites.

High and Low

Brienna Rossiter (author)

Publisher: North Star Editions ISBN: 9781641855211

Introduces readers to the concept of opposites through the pairing of high and low. Simple text, straightforward photos, and a photo glossary make this title the perfect primer on a common pair of opposites.