In this book, early fluent readers will learn about famous shipwrecks in the Indian Ocean, including the HMAS Sydney, British Loyalty, and Maldive Victory. Learn about the final voyages of the ships and when they were discovered in the ocean's depths. Real-life photographs and carefully leveled text will engage young readers as they learn more about the history behind each shipwreck. A Take a Look! infographic offers more information about how remotely operated vehicles study shipwrecks in the ocean, sidebars present interesting, supplementary information, a map shows where each shipwreck was discovered, and a Quick Facts section gives a recap of the book. Children can learn more about shipwrecks using our safe search engine that provides relevant, age-appropriate websites. Famous Indian Ocean Shipwrecks also features reading tips for teachers and parents, a table of contents, a glossary, and an index.
In this book, early fluent readers will learn about famous shipwrecks in the Arctic Ocean, including HMS Erebus, HMS Terror, and SS Terra Nova. Learn when, where, and how the ships sank, when they were discovered, and any artifacts that were recovered. Real-life photographs and carefully leveled text will engage young readers as they learn more about the history behind each shipwreck. A Take a Look! infographic offers more information about how ships can sink in Arctic ice, sidebars present interesting, supplementary information, a map shows where each shipwreck was discovered, and a Quick Facts section gives a recap of the book. Children can learn more about shipwrecks using our safe search engine that provides relevant, age-appropriate websites. Famous Arctic Ocean Shipwrecks also features reading tips for teachers and parents, a table of contents, a glossary, and an index.
It’s fight time for Supercroc and Titanoboa! Which prehistoric powerhouse will win this epic animal battle?
It’s fight time for Triceratops and Stegosaurus! Which prehistoric powerhouse will win this epic animal battle?
It’s fight time for Megalodon and Mosasaurus! Which prehistoric powerhouse will win this epic animal battle?
It’s fight time for the Saber-toothed Cat and the Dire Wolf! Which prehistoric powerhouse will win this epic animal battle?
It’s fight time for Spinosaurus and Tyrannosaurus! Which prehistoric powerhouse will win this epic animal battle?
It’s fight time for the Giant Short-faced Bear and the Woolly Mammoth! Which prehistoric powerhouse will win this epic animal battle?
With large jaws and serrated teeth, Giganotosaurus is a dinosaur with a shark's bite. The strong chomper uses its long teeth like knives to stab and cut up its prey. In this children's book, meet a dinosaur that can scare with its smile!
Diet usually determines body size, but this is not the case with Diplodocus. The dinosaur is plus size even though it eats salads rather than slabs of meat. In this children's book, meet a dinosaur that often gets compared to a big blue whale!
A top sprinter, Gallimimus can outrun most dinosaurs. The fast biped accelerates much like a car merging onto a highway. It eventually reaches a speed of 50 miles per hour. In this children's book, meet a dinosaur that excels at the game of tag!
The ground rumbles wherever Apatosaurus walks. It just isn't possible for the heavy herbivore to sneak around quietly from tree to tree. The giant weighs as much as several elephants. In this children's book, meet a dinosaur that is well known for its thunderous footsteps!
When gliding through the air, Archaeopteryx looks more like a bird than a dinosaur. Even when grounded, it almost appears more avian than reptilian because of feathers and a beak. In this children's book, meet a dinosaur that has wings and can fly!
Sharp is a good word for describing Velociraptor’s look. The skilled hunter has clawed feet and razor-like teeth. Both become weapons when capturing prey. They can grip, slash, and tear as needed. In this children’s book, meet a dinosaur that famously flaunts crazy nails!
Being fearless, Allosaurus never shies away from doing as it pleases. The daring dinosaur feeds itself by scavenging as well as hunting. It often steals meals from other meat-eaters. In this children's book, meet a dinosaur that has built its reputation on bold behavior!
When in the spotlight, Stegosaurus does what it can to show off. It displays its standing back plates to look much bigger in size. This intimidates some challengers and impresses potential mates. In this children’s book, meet a dinosaur that walks with some swagger!
With spear-like horns and a shield-like neck frill, Triceratops is always on guard. It is a favorite target for Tyrannosaurus and other predators. Standing up for itself is necessary for survival. In this children’s book, meet a dinosaur that is a master of self-defense!
Getting along with others isn’t important to Tyrannosaurus. The proud predator constantly harasses weaker dinosaurs, and sometimes even its own kind. It uses its forceful bite to threaten and attack. In this children’s book, meet a dinosaur that is known as a big bully!
For Spinosaurus, fishy smells bring on hunger. This is because the water lover likes to fish for its dinner. A giant coelacanth fish many feet long is a regular big catch. In this children’s book, meet a dinosaur that has fish tales to tell!
To stand tall, Brachiosaurus puts its shoulders back and holds its long neck up high. The result is an elevated posture that imitates a towering tree or a four-story building. In this children’s book, meet a dinosaur that knows how to strike a pose!
Ten mystery dinosaurs from different prehistoric time periods and with different appetites coexist in this book. They may be extinct creatures, but they think young readers might recognize them from pictures and other recreations. Each one has a trademark look to show and tell about.
Find out how political status and the way we talk about it affect lives in the Latinx community. This title explores the nature of migration, its role in the history of civilization, and the rights and dignity inalienable to all people. The Racial Justice in America: Latinx American series explores the issues specific to the Latinx community in a comprehensive, honest, and age-appropriate way. This series was written by Brenda Mendoza, an author, advocate, and winner of the 2022 Latinx Educator Impact Award from the Latinx Education Collaborative. The series was to reach children of all races and encourage them to approach race, diversity, and inclusion with open eyes and minds.
Find out how a push for fair working conditions launched a civil rights movement that changed the country. The Racial Justice in America: Latinx Histories series explores moments and eras in America's history that have been ignored or misrepresented in education due to racial bias. Books explore each topic in a comprehensive, honest, and age-appropriate way. Titles were developed with educator, advocate, and author Brenda Mendoza to reach children of all races and encourage them to approach our history with open eyes and minds.
Explore the vocabuary of identity in this book that helps make sense of the meaning behind cultural labels. Readers will explore the history behind the terms Latinx, Latino, and Hispanic and consider how and why they are used. The Racial Justice in America: Latinx American series explores the issues specific to the Latinx community in a comprehensive, honest, and age-appropriate way. This series was written by Brenda Mendoza, an author, advocate, and winner of the 2022 Latinx Educator Impact Award from the Latinx Education Collaborative. The series was developed to reach children of all races and encourage them to approach issues of race, diversity, and inclusion with open eyes and minds.
Strategy on the battlefield sometimes takes quick thinking and clever deception. Don't trust anyone in the Lies and Liars Throughout History series. Each high interest title uncovers some of the most famous fakers, schemers, and cheaters who turned the world, and the truth, upside down across the ages. Readers learn how to spot a lie and confirm the truth for themselves as they look a little closer at the tales people tell. Includes considerate vocabulary, engaging content, and clear text and formatting.
