Journey into a world of whimsy and wonder as vibrant illustrations bring this timeless tale to life. Follow the princess as she loses her cherished golden ball and encounters a small frog with a surprising proposition. Will she keep her promise to marry the frog?
An anthology of retold Asian myths. The 15 stories include tales from India, China, Vietnam, Japan, and five other Asian countries.
Hi/lo anthology of classic American short stories for reluctant readers in grades 6-12. Includes "The Bride Comes to Yellow Sky," "The Revolt of Mother," "A Horseman in the Sky," "The Story of an Hour," "Young Goodman Brown," and others.
Hi/lo anthology of classic American short stories for reluctant readers in grades 6-12. Includes "A Pair of Silk Stockings," "The Outcasts of Poker Flat," "The Man Without a Country," "An Occurrence at Owl Creek Bridge," "The Pit and the Pendulum," "
Hi/lo anthology of classic American short stories for reluctant readers in grades 6-12. Includes "The Black Cat," "The Celebrated Jumping Frog of Calaveras County," "To Build a Fire," "The Ransom of Red Chief," "Rip Van Winkle," "A White Heron," "The
An anthology of retold African myths. Includes 18 selections in six categories--Creation, Death, Gods and Mortals, Tricksters, How and Why, and Right and Wrong
Hysteria builds in a small town when a teenage boy is labeled as a disease-spreading alien. Passages Hi/Lo Novel.
Best friends Silas and Will are obsessed with aliens. When a group of them, called Ramlix, suddenly land on Earth, the boys jump at the chance to join their mission. Soon Silas starts to wonder if everything is as it seems. Why are the Ramlix here? Do they really come in peace?
Paige and Coco are curious about the new boy in school. His name is Orion Wells, and from the beginning, the boy is different. Paige thinks it's Orion's magical green eyes. Could the boy be from another planet? After a few weeks at school, the entire culture has changed. The bully is nice. Lonely kids have made friends. Teachers are calmer. The principal smiles. Even Coco changes. During a major talent show, Coco doesn't get stage fright. She nails her song and wins the contest.
Two years after the death of his mother, Ewan's father was swept away by a magical cloud. Now Ewan lives with his little sister, Flora, his Grumple and his mischievous cat, Kipper. But something about his father's disappearance has never felt right to Ewan. He is certain his father wouldn't leave willingly. When he meets Mr. So-and-So, the owner of the mysterious Notion Shop, he is inspired to take destiny into his own hands. With his grandfather’s most reliable horse, the normally timid Ewan sets off from his home in Bucket Cove on a journey that will test his belief in himself while unraveling the secrets of his father's disappearance. When he is joined by Flora and Mr. So-and-So, he comes to understand that even grown-ups sometimes struggle to process their feelings, and that showing compassion to others is the mechanism through which we can begin to show compassion to ourselves.
Nerding Out About Science Fiction covers the wonderfully nerdy world of sci-fi: from space operas to dystopian societies. This 45th Parallel hi-lo series includes considerate vocabulary and high-interest content.
Nerding Out About Fantasy covers the wonderfully nerdy world of fantasy: from languages spoken in fantasy worlds to popular fantasy games. This 45th Parallel hi-lo series includes considerate vocabulary and high-interest content.
This book presents facts about wizards, witches, and dragons and offers step-by-step instructions on drawing them.
When Luca brings the old lantern on a campout with Cousin Meicca, the magical fun begins. With their wishes granted, they discover the treehouse of their dreams and an enchanted land beyond. After Reading Quiz. Downloadable Teacher's Notes available.
Luca, his dog Lucky, and his cousin Meicca explore the wonders of the enchanted Land of Jacmel. They find glowing butterflies, friendly animals, and even a mermaid! But they dare not go near a forbidden cave. After Reading Quiz. Downloadable Teacher's Notes available.
Crow is not beautiful. He can't sing like the other birds, either. But he finally has something that all the other animals want. And he won't share it with anyone! Will a clever fox find a way to get Crow's prize? Includes a support page of teaching tips for caregivers and teachers. Downloadable Teacher's Notes available.
When Hare brags about how fast she can run, slow-moving Tortoise challenges her to a race. Does Tortoise have some magical power that will help him run? No, but he is wise and determined. Will that be enough to win the race? Includes a support page of teaching tips for caregivers and teachers. Downloadable Teacher's Notes available.
What is a wolf who is a terrible hunter supposed to do? Wolf has to figure out a way to get dinner. What will he cook up as a plan? And will anyone fall for it? Includes a support page of teaching tips for caregivers and teachers. Downloadable Teacher's Notes available.
When a boy gets bored of tending sheep, he finds something fun to do. Will his idea of fun get him in trouble? When the farmers have had enough, the boy may regret his games. How will he ever be trusted again? Includes a support page of teaching tips for caregivers and teachers. Downloadable Teacher's Notes available.
Who wants to work when it's nice outside? Grasshopper plays all summer long. But what's a bug to do when winter comes and all the food is gone? The hardworking ants spend their summer saving up food. Will they share with Grasshopper, or will they teach him a lesson? Includes a support page of teaching tips for caregivers and teachers. Downloadable Teacher's Notes available.
Follow the journey of a cursed princess and a brave prince as they overcome obstacles and find true love.
Clem's friend Dewey tells tall tales, including that his sister Margot can spin straw into gold. The king overhears this and asks if she can spin some gold for him. The trio asks their kickball teammate Bigfoot for help because he has magical powers. Bigfoot agrees at first, but when the king asks for more gold, the trio must guess Bigfoot's real name for his help.
Snow White loves her seven dogs and baking apple pies. Her stepmom, the queen, is jealous of Snow White's pie, which wins the kingdom's pie contest every year. When the queen gives Snow White a rotten apple pie, the princess faints! Clem and Snow White's seven dogs must figure out how to wake up the princess before she misses the contest.
Clem loves swimming in Pleasant Pond, especially when her friend Tessa Troll buys a cottage beneath the pond's bridge. The bridge is old, so Tessa tries to warn anyone who comes near it. But her warning scares off two of the Billy Goat brothers when they think she's going to eat them.
Clem's friend Zara is a zoologist who gives bedtime stories and goodnight kisses to all of the animals at night. Zara often dreams of meeting her prince charming, but she puts her search aside when the zoo welcomes a new warty resident.
