Snowmobiles are made for zooming over snow and ice. Get the facts on the parts of a snowmobile, how they grip the ice, and how snowmobiles are used for work, rescues, and for fun.
Dirt bikes are motorcycles that are made for riding off-road. Get the facts on dirt bike parts, how fast they can go, and why they are good for racing and performing tricks.
Elements of magical realism turn a grandmother/grandson day of fishing into an extraordinary experience. When this duo casts out their lines, they catch some fish and a snapping turtle. But with a little time and patience, they catch all sorts of unexpected things in Magic Lake--rollerblades, fuzzy slippers, a fire-breathing dragon, and a ferry that takes them to faraway places. The young boy learns that life is an adventure filled with the magic of possibility.
In this charming tale of two princess sisters, Charlotte is a perfect princess and Olive is, well, just Olive. She tries to be more like her older sister, but despite Olive's best efforts, she always seems to fall short. Will Olive ever shine like Charlotte? Readers will root for loveable Olive on her journey toward self-acceptance.
Luna's dad is having a birthday, and Luna has a lot of surprises planned to help him celebrate, including a pancake breakfast, a trip to the pet store, a treasure hunt, and a princess tea party. She keeps Dad busy all day with a string of fun surprises. But Luna gets a surprise herself when dad falls asleep during a late night movie. Kids who love to stay up late and sleepy parents will laugh out loud as they find out who gets the final surprise.
In this charming tale of two princess sisters, Charlotte is a perfect princess and Olive is, well, just Olive. She tries to be more like her older sister, but despite Olive's best efforts, she always seems to fall short. Will Olive ever shine like Charlotte? Readers will root for loveable Olive on her journey toward self-acceptance.
Luna's dad is having a birthday, and Luna has a lot of surprises planned to help him celebrate, including a pancake breakfast, a trip to the pet store, a treasure hunt, and a princess tea party. She keeps Dad busy all day with a string of fun surprises. But Luna gets a surprise herself when dad falls asleep during a late night movie. Kids who love to stay up late and sleepy parents will laugh out loud as they find out who gets the final surprise.
Maggie loves living on a farm, but she isn't happy when the cows move into her cozy house. They cook in her kitchen, play dress-up in her closet, take bubble baths in her tub, and have no interest in leaving! Can Maggie find a way to get the cows to go? In this humorous rhyming picture book, Maggie shows readers that anything is possible with a little out-of-the-box thinking.
Elements of magical realism turn a grandmother/grandson day of fishing into an extraordinary experience. When this duo casts out their lines, they catch some fish and a snapping turtle. But with a little time and patience, they catch all sorts of unexpected things in Magic Lake--rollerblades, fuzzy slippers, a fire-breathing dragon, and a ferry that takes them to faraway places. The young boy learns that life is an adventure filled with the magic of possibility.
In this rhyming counting book, young readers will venture alongside a young boy as he climbs a tree. When he gets to the top, he's excited to take in the view. But an unexpected encounter with a buzzing beehive sends him back down more quickly than he went up!
Leo is going to school for the first time and he's scared. His family helps him get ready, but Leo is worried. What if he doesn't like school? With his family's help, Leo learns that the most important thing to take with him to school is a positive attitude. This warm, comforting story will help ease first-day jitters.
Lacey is a football who just wants to play. But the boy has trouble throwing Lacey properly. What could be the problem?
Dimples the golf ball has always wanted to play golf. But when he finally gets his chance, he loses his courage. Will Dimples overcome his fears?
Silly Kitty lives with his human, Emma. But when Emma is busy, Silly Kitty has to find things to do. Find out what happens when Silly Kitty plays outside on a snowy day.
Silly Kitty lives with his human, Emma. But when Emma is busy, Silly Kitty has to find things to do. Read about Silly Kitty's adventures on a windy day.
It's summer! Silly Kitty goes outside to explore. Find out what Silly Kitty needs when he discovers it's a very sunny day.
Twins Noah and Isabella had a great time at their older sister's quinceañera. Daniel loved watching his dad march in a parade. Hazel will never forget the first time she danced at a powwow. Read all about the special memories of the students in Mr. Banter's class.
Jordan's small family grew when his dad got married. Charlotte likes living with her aunt, uncle, and cousin, but she misses her parents in China. Twins Noah and Isabella have a huge family! Read all about the diverse families of the students in Mr. Banter's class.
Kay's lunch is made up of foods all shaped like circles. Olive loves to dip her lettuce wrap in hummus. Ethan enjoys a cupcake baked by his dad. Read all about the different foods that Mr. Banter's students brought for lunch.
Ethan helps to fill his hamster's food bowl and water bottle every day. Carl doesn't mind that his pet, Brutus, is just a rock. Lily likes to read stories to her goldfish, Shiny. Read all about the pets Mr. Banter's students have at home, in their communities, and in their imaginations.
Nana used to always say, this isn't your average park. There's magic hidden all around, to light our inner spark! See dragons flying overheard as we sit down to chat. A secret world inside a park. Just imagine that! After Reading Quiz and Picture Walk. Includes a support page of teaching tips for caregivers and teachers. Downloadable Teacher's Notes available.
Suddenly, from my bedroom closet, I see a bright light glow! It almost looks like it might be a groovy disco show? "I'm the Boogieman!" a voice shouts out. "Let's have ourselves some fun! You'll be the world's best disco dancer by the time we're done!" After Reading Quiz and Picture Walk. Includes a support page of teaching tips for caregivers and teachers. Downloadable Teacher's Notes available.
There once was a spiderweb so long that it twirled, across land and sea and around the whole world! Now open this book, and come for a ride. See worldly wonders with a spider tour guide! After Reading Quiz and Picture Walk. Includes a support page of teaching tips for caregivers and teachers. Downloadable Teacher's Notes available.
The nighttime shadows in my room come out to dance and jump. That's when I hear something sneak by, and in the night go BUMP. After Reading Quiz and Picture Walk. Includes a support page of teaching tips for caregivers and teachers. Downloadable Teacher's Notes available.
The fairies and elves have been fighting for years. They have nothing in common, except pointy ears! Now to settle the score for once and for all, they'll battle it out to see who takes the fall! After Reading Quiz and Picture Walk. Includes a support page of teaching tips for caregivers and teachers. Downloadable Teacher's Notes available.
