Thanks to whimsical illustrations and everyday examples, kids can finally discover the true meanings behind such curious idioms as 'It's as clear as a bell!'
Readers are presented with an overview of Italy's geography, culture, people, government, and daily life. Intriguing text, informative sidebars, detailed maps, and full-color photographs give readers a glimpse into life in this unique country. Additional features include a table of contents, a glossary of key words and phrases, a fast-fact section, and an area listing sources for further research.
Readers are presented with an overview of Israel's geography, culture, people, government, and daily life. Intriguing text, informative sidebars, detailed maps, and full-color photographs give readers a glimpse into life in this unique country. Additional features include a table of contents, a glossary of key words and phrases, a fast-fact section, and an area listing sources for further research.
Readers are presented with an overview of Ireland's geography, culture, people, government, and daily life. Intriguing text, informative sidebars, detailed maps, and full-color photographs give readers a glimpse into life in this unique country. Additional features include a table of contents, a glossary of key words and phrases, a fast-fact section, and an area listing sources for further research.
From learning how tractors are made to cooling off in the ice cream capital of the world, there's lots to see and do in Iowa! Additional features include maps on each spread, state symbols, famous people, fact bubbles, and informative captions that highlight some of the things that make Iowa special. A table of contents, sources for further research, a phonetic glossary, and an index support readers and extend learning.
Learn about the key players and big wins that have made the Indianapolis Colts one of the most popular teams in the NFL. Readers will get a glimpse into the league, the team's history, its home stadium, its fans, and the team's most memorable moments. Additional features to enhance comprehension include informative sidebars, a glossary of key words and phrases, sources for further research, a look at the parts of a football field, a section on common football gear, and a section of career records and stats.
From the high-speed Indianapolis 500 race to the miles of beaches along Indiana Dunes National Lakeshore, there's lots to see and do in Indiana! Additional features include maps on each spread, state symbols, famous people, fact bubbles, and informative captions that highlight some of the things that make Indiana special. A table of contents, sources for further research, a phonetic glossary, and an index support readers and extend learning.
From New Salem Village to the historic Lock 14 on the Michigan Canal, there's lots to see and do in Illinois! Additional features include maps on each spread, state symbols, famous people, fact bubbles, and informative captions that highlight some of the things that make Illinois special. A table of contents, sources for further research, a phonetic glossary, and an index support readers and extend learning.
Thanks to whimsical illustrations and everyday examples, kids can finally discover the true meanings behind such peculiar idioms as 'I'm tickled pink!'
From river rafting in Lewiston to skiing in Sun Valley, there's lots to see and do in Idaho! Additional features include maps on each spread, state symbols, famous people, fact bubbles, and informative captions that highlight some of the things that make Idaho special. A table of contents, sources for further research, a phonetic glossary, and an index support readers and extend learning.
A very simple introduction to the sport of ice fishing, the equipment used, and how it is done. Additional features to aid comprehension include fun facts, a table of contents, a phonetic phonetic glossary, sources for further research, an index, and an introduction to the author.
Narrates how hunting dogs are trained and offers real-life examples of the dogs in action. Additional features include a table of contents, a bullet-point summary of the job, questions to spark critical thinking, a selected bibliography, sources to guide further research, a phonetic glossary, and an index.
Provides information about the causes of hurricanes, where they occur, their characteristics, and the effects they produce.
Explore hunting, an exciting outdoor activity, including hunting gear, where to hunt, and how to stay safe.
Learn about the key players and big wins that have made the Houston Texans one of the most exciting teams in the NFL. Readers will get a glimpse into the league, the team's history, its home stadium, its fans, and the team's most memorable moments. Additional features to enhance comprehension include informative sidebars, a glossary of key words and phrases, sources for further research, a look at the parts of a football field, a section on common football gear, and a section of career records and stats.
A simple look at the physical characteristics, behavior, and life cycle of farm-raised horses. Additional features to aid comprehension include fact-filled callouts, detailed photographs, a table of contents, a phonetic glossary, sources for further research, and an introduction to the author.
A very simple introduction to the sport of hockey, the equipment used, and how it is played. Additional features to aid comprehension include fun facts, a table of contents, a phonetic glossary, sources for further research, an index, and an introduction to the author.
Explore hiking, an exciting outdoor activity, including hiking gear, where to hike, and how to stay safe.
From smoking volcanoes to delicious lu¯'au feasts, there's lots to see and do in Hawai'i! Additional features include maps on each spread, state symbols, famous people, fact bubbles, and informative captions that highlight some of the things that make Hawai'i special. A table of contents, sources for further research, a phonetic glossary, and an index support readers and extend learning.
Introduces the MyPlate guidelines and how to incorporate the five food groups into snacks.
Learn about the life of Harry S. Truman 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.
A very simple introduction to the sport of gymnastics, the equipment used, and how it is done. Additional features to aid comprehension include fun facts, a table of contents, a phonetic glossary, sources for further research, an index, and an introduction to the author.
Jess and Jaylen enter a costume contest and must work up the courage to go through a scary haunted house.
Describes the necessity of guide dogs, their duties, temperament, training, and common breeds chosen.
Readers are presented with an overview of Guatemala's geography, culture, people, government, and daily life. Intriguing text, informative sidebars, detailed maps, and full-color photographs give readers a glimpse into life in this unique country. Additional features include a table of contents, a glossary of key words and phrases, a fast-fact section, and an area listing sources for further research.
