It was a lovely vacation for the Altsman family. As her husband went fishing, Joann stayed behind with her pet dog, and beloved potbellied pig, Lulu. Suddenly, Joann felt sick--she was having a heart attack. Joann needed help fast! She had no idea Lulu would save the day . . . and her life! Explore the exciting true story of a supersmart animal in this graphic nonfiction adventure. Then, learn more about these intelligent animals and read other stories of pig masterminds!
When COVID-19 was declared a pandemic in 2020, nearly every country in the world went into some form of lockdown. Yet each was different. With fascinating images and informative text, this book looks at the rules and restrictions people lived under and how they affected work, school, commerce, and daily life. A detailed final chapter examines the success and failures of lockdown and how countries could approach future pandemics.
When people boarded the Diamond Princess cruise ship in February 2020, they had no idea their luxury vacation would turn into a nightmare of quarantine, sickness, and death. Using real examples of living through the pandemic, this fascinating book gives an overall inside look at how much changed and how quickly during COVID-19--the first major pandemic since 1918. A useful timeline will help readers keep track of the major events during the pandemic.
Read about the different kinds of dinosaurs and other prehistoric creatures that lived long ago. Find out how they lived and died, how only their fossils remain, and much more. Then see if you can answer questions, such as: Why did the dinosaurs become extinct? Which dinosaur had the smallest brain? What can we learn from dinosaur footprints?
When Mauro Prosperi set out on an ultramarathon through the desert, he didn't realize he would soon enter a race for his life. After a sandstorm sent Mauro off course, he had to do whatever he could to survive the harsh conditions of the Sahara Desert on his own. Explore the exciting true story of a desert survivor pushed to the limits in this graphic adventure. Then, learn desert survival tips and read the stories of other desert survivors.
Classical architecture includes structures inspired by the Greeks and Romans. This book showcases remarkable ancient buildings--from temples and churches to houses and palaces--and the architects who built them. Includes table of contents, glossary, index, author biography, design activity, and sidebars.
Ancient architecture includes structures that were built long ago by early civilizations. This book showcases astounding ancient buildings--from ziggurats and pyramids to palaces and temples--and the architects who built them. Includes table of contents, glossary, index, author biography, design activity, and sidebars.
Could you survive mechanical failure in space? Apollo 13: Mission to the Moon in the True Survival series explores the shocking survival story of the Apollo 13 spacecraft and her crew. The book is written with a high interest level and lower level of complexity to serve more mature students reading at lower levels. Clear visuals, colorful photographs (including images of the survivors!), and considerate text help with comprehension and wild facts hold the readers' interest from the first page to the last. A table of contents, glossary, and index all enhance comprehension and vocabulary.
The events surrounding the Dust Bowl did not look the same to everyone involved. Step back in time and into the shoes of an Oklahoma farmer, a migrant farm worker, and a government journalist as readers act out scenes that took place in the midst of this historic event. Written with simplified, considerate text to help struggling readers, books in this series are made to build confidence as readers engage and read aloud. This book includes a table of contents, glossary, index, author biography, sidebars, and timelines.
Everyone knows his story, but do you know the REAL history behind the story of Albert Einstein? History has never been so juicy! Written with a high interest level to appeal to a more mature audience and a lower level of complexity with clear visuals to help struggling readers along. Considerate text includes tons of wild facts that will hold the readers' interest, allowing for successful mastery and comprehension. A table of contents, timeline, glossary with simplified pronunciations, and index all enhance comprehension.
The 21st Century Junior Library Women Innovators series highlights the contributions of women to STEM fields. Alice H. Parker and the Furnace examines the life of this important woman and her contributions to the modern home heating systems. Sidebars encourage readers to engage in the material by asking deeper questions or conducting individual research. Full color photos, a glossary, and a listing of additional resources all enhance the learning experience.
Would you have survived the Black Death? Make decisions and tally your score to find out. Written at a lower reading level with considerate text, these high maturity books are sure to grab struggling readers as they engage and play along.
Would you have survived the ice age? Make decisions and tally your score to find out. Written at a lower reading level with considerate text, these high maturity books are sure to grab struggling readers as they engage and play along.
Would you have survived the shark attacks of 1916? Make decisions and tally your score to find out. Written at a lower reading level with considerate text, these high maturity books are sure to grab struggling readers as they engage and play along. Also includes a table of contents, glossary, index, author biography, sidebars, educational matter, and activities.
Explore the dark side of space in Out of this World, a new and exciting series for struggling readers. Who were the first humans? What happened after the "Big Bang?" These and other fascinating questions are discussed in the Origins of Life title using considerate text that is written at a higher maturity level with a lower reading level to engage struggling readers.
The events surrounding the San Francisco Earthquake of 1906 did not look the same to everyone involved. Step back in time and into the shoes of a fireman fighting the fires, a girl whose home is destroyed, and a resident of Chinatown as readers act out the scenes that took place in the midst of this historic event.
The events surrounding the Great Depression did not look the same to everyone involved. Step back in time and into the shoes of a government worker, a Civilian Conservation Corps worker, and a young daughter of an unemployed banker as readers act out the scenes that took place in the midst of this historic event.
In Battle Royale: Lethal Warriors, we have a matchup of historic magnitude. We took the deadliest warriors from two different time periods and matched them in a battle of weaponry, strength, and grit. Who will come out victorious, Amazons or gladiators? You'll have to read to find out. This series utilizes considerate text written at a higher maturity level with a lower reading level to engage struggling readers.
In this title, early fluent readers meet some of the biggest dinosaurs as they survive in their prehistoric habitats. Read along as we meet nine different creatures and learn about their hunting techniques, diets, and behaviors.
In this title, early fluent readers meet flying prehistoric reptiles as they go about their days. Read along as we meet nine different creatures and learn about their hunting and survival techniques, wingspans, and habitats.
Giant dinosaur bones to rocky poop from millions of years ago can show us a lot about the animals and plants that used to live on Earth. But what do you know about fossils? Dig in to find out how fossils form, see what they look like up close, and learn what they teach us about life long ago. It's key Earth science curriculum made approachable for all!
Paleontologist Paul Sereno was searching for dinosaur fossils in the Sahara desert when he and his team found something else--the skull of a gigantic crocodile! This incredible animal was so big that it could eat dinosaurs. Follow along on this graphic adventure to find more Supercroc bones and discover how this huge dinosaur eater lived. Then, take a trip back in time to learn all about the creatures that lived alongside Supercroc and discover even more about paleontology.
Paleontologist Philip Currie was on a difficult dig, following incomplete clues to find fossils. But Philip knew he needed to discover these bones in the badlands if he was going to convince the scientific community about his theory on the life of carnivorous dinosaurs. Follow along on this graphic adventure based on a true story to discover Albertosaurus fossils and uncover the mystery they tell. Then, take a trip back in time to learn all about the creatures that lived alongside Albertosaurus and discover even more about paleontology.
Paleontologist Susan Hendrickson was excited when she found a few Tyrannosaurus Rex bones in South Dakota's Badlands. But after she and her team dug deeper, Susan realized she had discovered the largest and most complete T. rex skeleton ever found! Follow along on this graphic adventure based on a true story to discover the fossils from this giant dinosaur. Then, take a trip back in time to learn all about the creatures that lived alongside the T. rex and learn even more about paleontology.
Back in 1922, Roy Chapman Andrews discovered dinosaur eggs. He also found bones of another dino called Oviraptor that looked like it was stealing those eggs. But was it really? For years, paleontologists thought Oviraptor was an egg thief. That is, until Mark Norrell made a new discovery that changed everything. Follow along on this graphic adventure to find fossils and discover the truth about Oviraptor. Then, take a trip back in time to learn about the creatures that lived alongside Oviraptor and discover even more about paleontology.