We use plastic items every day, but often don't examine what plastics are and how they got to us. Oil to Plastics helps young readers understand how a natural resource can be processed to become a toothbrush or a toy. Simple Plastic Facts boxes explain that plastics can be hard, soft, or in-between. Free downloadable Teacher's Guide available.
In this book, early readers will learn why the sky looks blue. Vibrant, full-color photos and carefully leveled text will engage beginning readers as they learn about the visible light spectrum and how sunlight reacts with particles in the air to affect the sky's color. A picture diagram shows how light waves scatter when they reach Earth's atmosphere, while a picture glossary reinforces new vocabulary. Children can learn more about the sky and Earth's atmosphere online using our safe search engine that provides relevant, age-appropriate websites. Why is the Sky Blue? also features reading tips for teachers and parents, a table of contents, and an index.
In this book, early readers will learn about what makes up clouds and how they form in the sky. Vibrant, full-color photos and carefully leveled text will engage beginning readers as they learn how water drops stick to dust to form clouds. A picture diagram shows how clouds form as part of the water cycle, while a picture glossary reinforces new vocabulary. Children can learn more about clouds online using our safe search engine that provides relevant, age-appropriate websites. What Are Clouds Made Of? also features reading tips for teachers and parents, a table of contents, and an index.
In this book, early readers will learn about what makes the sun shine. Vibrant, full-color photos and carefully leveled text will engage beginning readers as they learn how the sun creates heat and light and supports life on Earth. A picture diagram shows how the sun's rays reach Earth, while a picture glossary reinforces new vocabulary. Children can learn more about the sun and our planet online using our safe search engine that provides relevant, age-appropriate websites. Why Does the Sun Shine? also features reading tips for teachers and parents, a table of contents, and an index.
In this book, readers will learn about the unique and defining features of Ukraine. Vibrant, full-color photos and carefully leveled text will engage young readers as they learn more about the key details of the country including geography, climate, culture, and resources. Compelling questions encourage further inquiry.
In this book, early readers will learn about how rainbows form in the sky. Vibrant, full-color photos and carefully leveled text will engage beginning readers as they learn how raindrops refract light to form rainbows. A picture diagram shows how rainbows form from white light and make a spectrum, while a picture glossary reinforces new vocabulary. Children can learn more about rainbows online using our safe search engine that provides relevant, age-appropriate websites. How Do Rainbows Form? also features reading tips for teachers and parents, a table of contents, and an index.
Time for an adventure! Meet us at the beach! Do you know what you'll see while you're there? Books in the Let's Have an Adventure series use the Whole Language approach to literacy, combining sight words and repetition to build recognition and confidence. Keeping the text simple makes reading through these books easy and fun. Bold, colorful photographs that align directly with the text help readers with comprehension throughout the book.
Our planet Earth is as individual and special as each one of us. It's ability to sustain and nurture life is unique in our solar system--and beyond. In this book, celebrate all the wonderful, miraculous, astounding qualities of our Earth while learning how to protect her for future generations. Afterall, "If not us, then who?" From award-winning author Frank Murphy and Here Wee Read blogger, Charnaie Gordon.
The air is cold, and snow blankets the ground. It is winter! This title for beginning readers introduces when winter takes place, what the season is like, and ways to have winter fun. Photo labels reinforce words related to the season, and a picture glossary provides approachable definitions to new vocabulary. The book concludes with a page that summarizes the main text with relatable visuals. Young readers will love to cozy up and learn about the winter season!
From mammals to reptiles, wetlands are home to a variety of animals! This fact-filled title describes what makes a wetland. The book then introduces four animals adapted to live in this soggy environment. Young readers will enjoy guessing each animal based on visual clues and descriptions of their body parts and behaviors. Sneak peek images offer hints, while crisp, colorful photos are used for the big reveal! Special features offer more detailed animal facts with range maps and food photos!
Woosh! A gust of air rustles the trees outside. It must be windy today! In this title, leveled text and colorful images will help readers learn about wind, how it forms, and how it affects the world around us. With engaging special features such as a diagram, activity list, and more, readers are sure to be blown away by this book!
Boom! A flash of light streaks across the darkened sky. It is a thunderstorm! Young readers will learn more about thunderstorms and how they form in this exciting title. Leveled text and high-quality images guide readers through each page, while special features highlight thunderstorm formation, ask readers to answer a question, and more.
Bright flowers are beginning to bloom. It is spring! Beginning readers will love this fresh and fun title about spring. They will learn when spring occurs, what it is like, and more. Full-page photos reinforce the main text, while a picture glossary provides approachable definitions and a fact page summarizes what readers have learned. Young readers’ literacy will bloom with this fun title!
Sunshine fills the skies. It is summer! In this engaging title, beginning readers will learn what summer is like and what fun summer activities they can enjoy. A simple feature shows what seasons come before and after summer, while a fact page summarizes the season. Full-page photos fill the book with colorful fun that illustrates the content. Get ready to learn about the warmest season of the year with this engaging title!
No two snowflakes look the same! But do you know how they form? This book introduces emergent readers to how snow forms and how it can affect us in our daily lives. Leveled text and vibrant photos introduce the subject, while unique features help readers visualize snow formation, highlight snowy day activities, and more. This title will keep readers engaged and excited to learn more about this chilly weather event!
Russia is known for its rugged landscape and frigid climate. So bundle up before diving into this exciting introduction to the largest country in the world! In this book, emergent readers will explore Russia through leveled text, colorful photography, and engaging features that highlight the landscape, wildlife, language, foods, and demographics of this vast nation!
Plop! A drop of rain falls from above. Where did it come from? In this title, simple text will guide young readers as they learn about rain and how it forms in the sky. Exciting special features include a diagram, an activity list, and a question to help readers better understand rain and how it shapes the world around them!
From tasty cuisines to beautiful landmarks, Mexico is full of excitement and wonder! In this title, leveled text will guide readers through an introduction of Mexico and its landscape, wildlife, population, and culture. As they read, students will encounter vivid photos, maps, profiles, and other exciting features that will help them learn more about Mexico!
Did you know that the first civilization began in Iraq? Readers will learn this and many more exciting facts in this book about Iraq! Leveled text and vibrant photos will introduce readers to the landscape, wildlife, residents, and culture of this country. Special features such as profiles, maps, and a full-spread summary of the country will help readers discover even more about Iraq!
Italy stands out as a boot-shaped country, but there is much more to Italy than meets the eye! Through leveled text and vibrant images, readers of this title will be introduced to the different parts of this European nation, including its geography, people, culture, and more. Additional special features map Italy’s location, highlight native animals, show off greetings, and more!
Made up of over 6,000 islands, Japan is full of exciting attractions for visitors and residents alike! In this book, young readers are introduced to Japan and its landscape, wildlife, population, foods, sports, holidays, and more. Alongside leveled text and vibrant images, maps, profiles, and other special features provide even more detail about this beautiful country.
From its historic landmarks to its diverse landscapes, India dazzles visitors and residents alike! This title introduces readers to the landscapes, wildlife, demographics, and culture of this South Asian country. With leveled text and colorful images introduce India, while special features highlight the country’s greetings, wildlife, and more.
From Africa to the continental United States, grasslands support a variety of life! This fact-filled title describes this biome and four animals that have adapted to live there. Young readers will enjoy guessing each animal from their stand-out characteristics. Sneak peek images serve as clues, while crisp, colorful photos are used for the big reveal! Special features support and enhance the main text by offering more detailed animal facts, maps, and more!
Bonjour! Welcome to France! In this title, readers will be introduced to the landscape, wildlife, demographics, and culture of France. Leveled text and vivid photographs will guide readers through every spread, while maps, profiles, and more will further enhance their learning experience!
Walk through the forest with some of the animals that call it home! This fact-filled title introduces both boreal and temperate forests and some animals that live in them. Young readers will enjoy guessing the identity of four animal based on their stand-out characteristics and forest adaptations. Sneak peek images serve as clues, while crisp, colorful photos of each animal are used for the big reveal! Special features offer more detailed animal facts with range maps and food photos.
