In Sleep, young readers will learn about the role of sleep in a healthy lifestyle while exploring the varied benefits of a good night’s sleep. Vibrant, full-color photos and carefully leveled text will engage emergent readers as they explore the function of sleep. A labeled diagram helps introduce readers to a variety of healthy bedtime practices, while a picture glossary reinforces new vocabulary. Children can learn more about sleep online using our safe search engine that provides relevant, age-appropriate websites. Sleep also features reading tips for teachers and parents, a table of contents, and an index.
In Dairy Foods, young readers will explore this food group and learn about its role in a healthy diet. Vibrant, full-color photos and carefully leveled text will engage emergent readers as they explore the world of milk and cheese. A labeled diagram helps introduce readers to a variety of dairy foods, while a picture glossary reinforces new vocabulary. Children can learn more about dairy foods online using our safe search engine that provides relevant, age-appropriate websites. Dairy Foods also features reading tips for teachers and parents, a table of contents, and an index.
Readers will follow step-by-step directions in this hearty read.
In Grains, young readers will explore this food group and learn about its role in a healthy diet. Vibrant, full-color photos and carefully leveled text will engage emergent readers as they explore the world of bread and pasta. A labeled diagram helps introduce readers to a variety of grains, while a picture glossary reinforces new vocabulary. Children can learn more about grains online using our safe search engine that provides relevant, age-appropriate websites. Grains also features reading tips for teachers and parents, a table of contents, and an index.
In Fruits, young readers will explore this food group and learn about its role in a healthy diet. Vibrant, full-color photos and carefully leveled text will engage emergent readers as they explore the world of apples and oranges. A labeled diagram helps introduce readers to a variety of fruits, while a picture glossary reinforces new vocabulary. Children can learn more about fruits online using our safe search engine that provides relevant, age-appropriate websites. Fruits also features reading tips for teachers and parents, a table of contents, and an index.
In Protein Foods, young readers will explore this food group and learn about its role in a healthy diet. Vibrant, full-color photos and carefully leveled text will engage emergent readers as they explore the world of meat, eggs, nuts, and beans. A labeled diagram helps introduce readers to a variety of protein foods, while a picture glossary reinforces new vocabulary. Children can learn more about protein foods online using our safe search engine that provides relevant, age-appropriate websites. Protein Foods also features reading tips for teachers and parents, a table of contents, and an index.
In Vegetables, young readers will explore this food group and learn about its role in a healthy diet. Vibrant, full-color photos and carefully leveled text will engage emergent readers as they explore the world of carrots and broccoli. A labeled diagram helps introduce readers to a variety of vegetables, while a picture glossary reinforces new vocabulary. Children can learn more about vegetables online using our safe search engine that provides relevant, age-appropriate websites. Vegetables also features reading tips for teachers and parents, a table of contents, and an index.
Describes what it is like to live with Down syndrome, what its symptoms are, and how it is treated.
Explore Clara Barton’s incredible life as a humanitarian in this unique timeline biography. From teaching to nursing, then starting the American Red Cross, Clara Barton lived her life to help others in a time when people didn’t think a woman should lead. As the “Angel of the Battlefield,” she risked her life to help care for wounded Civil War soldiers. The conditions she saw inspired her to create the American Red Cross. She fought against gender discrimination and recognized the humanity that makes everyone equal. A progressive timeline highlights the chronology of Clara Barton’s major life moments for elementary readers.
Describes what it is like to live with cerebral palsy, what its symptoms are, and how it is treated.
Poor little prince! He's got a loose tooth, so the whole kingdom springs into action to help.
A tumble, a gash, and blood everywhere: Jon’s fallen off his bike and hurt his head. Now he has to be brave as the doctor stitches and fixes him up. Realistically portraying a child’s fear, this reassuring tale explains just what happens at the doctor’s office—and how everything turns out all right in the end.
Take a colorful ride with Wink, Blink, and Ink on their super scooters. They stop at the red, go with the green, and wear bright helmets as they splash through puddles and head up hills. What a wonderful day—and then it’s time to go home. Zoom!
Get your young scientists started with simple, clear information about how the human body works. With leveled text, infographics, and real-life examples, students will be engaged and inspired. This early guide to basic STEM concepts will take readers on a journey to discover how the concept affects the world around them.
Tu Youyou is a unique scientist. She is an expert in traditional Chinese medicine and modern medicine. When China needed someone to solve their problem with malaria, Youyou was the perfect person for the job. She mixed old medicine with new science and saved many lives, later earning her a Nobel Prize. Her story inspires young people today to enjoy science. The Women in Science and Technology series introduces students to influential women in science and technology. From astronauts to medical doctors, these biographies highlight the accomplishments, dedication, and passion that drove these women to succeed. Each book includes a glossary, comprehension questions, and further reading suggestions.
In X-Rays, readers will learn about the science and technology behind the discovery and development of X-rays and CT scans. Vibrant, full-color photos and carefully leveled text will engage readers as they learn more about how medical imaging works and how this super science feat continues to adapt in our changing world, from broken bones to COVID-19 and other respiratory illnesses. A Take a Look! infographic aids understanding, sidebars present interesting, supplementary information, and an activity helps readers learn more. Children can learn more about X-rays using our safe search engine that provides relevant, age-appropriate websites. X-Rays also features reading tips for teachers and parents, a table of contents, a glossary, and an index.
In this book, readers learn the benefits of practicing self-care, ways to form a positive self-care routine, and how to practice mindfulness and relaxation. Practicing self-care helps readers create constructive attitudes, build confidence, and foster positive peer networks. Social and emotional learning (SEL) concepts support growth mindset throughout, while Try This! and Grow with Goals activities at the end of the book further reinforce the content. Vibrant, full-color photos and carefully leveled text engage young readers as they learn more about practicing self-care. Includes sidebars, a table of contents, glossary, index, and tips for educators and caregivers.
In Germ Theory, readers will learn about the science behind the discovery of germ theory and how diseases spread. Vibrant, full-color photos and carefully leveled text will engage readers as they learn more about preventing the spread of germs and how this super science feat has impacted our world today, from COVID-19 to the common cold to the seasonal flu. A Take a Look! infographic aids understanding, sidebars present interesting, supplementary information, and an activity helps readers learn more. Children can learn more about germ theory using our safe search engine that provides relevant, age-appropriate websites. Germ Theory also features reading tips for teachers and parents, a table of contents, a glossary, and an index.
In Antibiotics, readers will learn about the science behind the discovery and development of antibiotic medicine and how it helps us fight infections today. Vibrant, full-color photos and carefully leveled text will engage readers as they learn more about the challenges overcome to create antibiotics and how this super science feat continues to adapt in our changing world. A Take a Look! infographic aids understanding, sidebars present interesting, supplementary information, and an activity helps readers learn more. Children can learn more about antibiotics using our safe search engine that provides relevant, age-appropriate websites. Antibiotics also features reading tips for teachers and parents, a table of contents, a glossary, and an index.
The COVID-19 pandemic introduced many changes into children's lives. Staying Healthy give readers the tools they need to reduce risk for themselves and their families. Actionable suggestions help young readers adapt and cope as we navigate the current outbreak. This book includes science content, based on current CDC recommendations, as well as social emotional content to help with personal wellness and development of empathy. All books in the 21st Century Junior Library encourage readers to think critically and creatively, and use their problem-solving skills. Book includes table of contents, sidebars, glossary, index, and author biography.
The COVID-19 pandemic introduced many changes into children's lives. Social Distancing explains this novel but essential concept and gives actionable suggestions to help young readers adapt and cope as we navigate the current outbreak. Includes science content, based on current CDC recommendations, as well as social emotional content to help with personal wellness and development of empathy. All books in the 21st Century Junior Library encourage readers to think critically and creatively, and use their problem-solving skills. Book includes table of contents, sidebars, glossary, index, and author biography.
The COVID-19 pandemic introduced many changes into children's lives. Staying Connected gives actionable suggestions to help young readers stay in touch with friends and loved ones as we navigate the current outbreak. This book includes science content, based on current CDC recommendations, as well as social emotional content to help with personal wellness and development of empathy. All books in the 21st Century Junior Library encourage readers to think critically and creatively, and use their problem-solving skills. Book includes table of contents, sidebars, glossary, index, and author biography.
The COVID-19 pandemic introduced many changes into children's lives. Learning at Home looks at the disruption of their school routines and gives actionable suggestions to help young readers adapt as we navigate the current outbreak. This includes science content, based on current CDC recommendations, as well as social emotional content to help with personal wellness and development of empathy. All books in the 21st Century Junior Library encourage readers to think critically and creatively, and use their problem-solving skills. Book includes table of contents, sidebars, glossary, index, and author biography.
The COVID-19 pandemic introduced many changes into children's lives. Celebrating Virtually gives actionable suggestions to help young readers adapt and learn to celebrate big moments in new ways as we navigate the current outbreak. This book includes science content, based on current CDC recommendations, as well as social emotional content to help with personal wellness and development of empathy. All books in the 21st Century Junior Library encourage readers to think critically and creatively, and use their problem-solving skills. Book includes table of contents, sidebars, glossary, index, and author biography.
The COVID-19 pandemic introduced many changes into children's lives. Coping with Changes addresses those in an age-appropriate way and gives actionable suggestions to help young readers adapt as we navigate the current outbreak. This includes science content, based on current CDC recommendations, as well as social emotional content to help with personal wellness and development of empathy. All books in the 21st Century Junior Library encourage readers to think critically and creatively, and use their problem-solving skills. Book includes table of contents, sidebars, glossary, index, and author biography.
