Who doesn’t love swinging at a baseball, kicking a soccer ball, or running around a track on a warm, spring day? What spring sports do you play? Explore all about spring sports through simple, inviting text paired with vibrant images for seasons of fun!
Wilma Rudolph wanted to run and jump like other children. But she had a serious disease that kept her leg from growing well. She did not give up and one day she became a big star winning Olympic gold medals.
Zoey rides a coach with her family. This B-level story uses decodable text to raise confidence in early readers. The book features long "o" sounds and uses a combination of sight words and long-vowel words in repetition to build recognition. Original illustrations help guide readers through the text. Includes author biography, phonetics, and teaching guides.
Noah and his dad go fishing. This B-level story uses decodable text to raise confidence in early readers. The book features long "o" sounds and uses a combination of sight words and long-vowel words in repetition to build recognition. Original illustrations help guide readers through the text. Includes author biography, phonetics, and teaching guides.
Lee joins the school soccer team. This B-level story uses decodable text to raise confidence in early readers. The book features long "e" sounds and uses a combination of sight words and long-vowel words in repetition to build recognition. Original illustrations help guide readers through the text. Includes author biography, phonetics, and teaching guides.
Kyle and his big brother go rock climbing. This B-level story uses decodable text to raise confidence in early readers. The book features long "i" sounds and uses a combination of sight words and long-vowel words in repetition to build recognition. Original illustrations help guide readers through the text. Author Cecilia Minden, Ph.D., a literacy consultant and former director of the Language and Literacy program at Harvard Graduate School of Education developed the series format. Includes author biography, phonetics, and teaching guides.
Start your engines! This beginning title takes young readers around the track as it introduces different kinds of race cars and the parts that make them fast! Easy-to-read text and fun photos offer support while features such as diagrams and a picture glossary reinforce content. Readers just starting out will want to race through this fun title!
The home team needs one more point to win the match! The ball is in play. Bump, set, spike! Young readers will learn the rules of the court in this low-level title about volleyball. Engaging text explains gameplay, while vivid photos provide visual reinforcement. Readers will dive even further into the sport through features including a champion profile, court diagram, and gear spotlight.
It’s the bottom of the seventh, and the bases are loaded. The score is tied. Who will win? Young readers will love this home run title about softball! Leveled text covers the rules of the game and the gear needed to make plays. A champion spotlight highlights a professional’s career, while a field diagram and gear feature visually reinforce the text. Step up to bat and into the pages of this fun and informative title!
It’s time to face off! With crosses in hand, the attackers battle for the ball. Young readers will experience the fast-paced sport of lacrosse in this action-packed title. Informative text and bright photos engage readers as they learn the basics of the game. A champion spotlight highlights an all-star’s accomplishments. A field diagram and gear feature provide visual support to the text.
Get ready to explore karate! Through leveled text, this title covers the practice of Kihon, Kata, and Kumite, defines the different forms, and highlights karate competition. Readers will find features that spotlight an accomplished athlete, common moves, and belt achievements. Learn the basics of this ancient martial art through this engaging title. Kiai!
In his first baseball game, Alex discovers he has a lot to learn - about the sport and about perserverence!
Sophie Bean is challenged by her twin older cousins, Ryan and Parker, to play ice hockey. Will she be able to ditch the double-bladed skates?
Sophie Bean cannot bear to spend another summer watching Ryan and Parker ride The Red Flyer Roller Coaster. Unfortunately, all she keeps hearing from Measuring Man is "TOO SMALL!" When will she be able to ride?
Matt and Uncle JT spend a fun day fishing. Will either of them catch the big one?
Readers will have a field day with Alex as they are introduced to high-frequency verbs.
Bold photos support simple text that introduces prepositions. Fun facts about skateboarding will keep readers engaged.
Readers will explore various modes of transportation. Repetitive text will help readers build fluency.
In his first baseball game, Alex discovers he has a lot to learn - about the sport and about perserverence!
Beginning readers will soar through this delightful look at kite flying.
When the whole family heads out for a day on the lake, who will make the biggest catch?
Repetitive text and engaging content will build fluency as readers cheer for Alex.
Action words and vivid illustrations show Carla's quest to make a big splash.
A boy wants to do everything Mom does on their camping trip.
Beginning readers will soar through this delightful look at kite flying.
