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Island Survival Guide

Heather C. Hudak (author)

Publisher: Crabtree Publishing Company ISBN: 9781427125736

This fun and informative survival guide introduces readers to the challenging environment of a deserted island. Useful tips tell you how to stay calm, what you can - and shouldn't - eat, how to shelter from the sun, and what animals to avoid. Real life stories demonstrate how humans can survive on their own on an island.

Arctic and Antarctic Survival Guide

Sarah Eason (author)

Publisher: Crabtree Publishing Company ISBN: 9781427125712

This fascinating and informative survival guide introduces readers to the challenging environments of the Arctic and Antarctic. Useful tips tell you how to shelter from blizzards, what you can - and shouldn't - eat, what materials are available in frozen lands for building shelter, and what animals to avoid. Real life stories demonstrate how humans can survive on their own in polar regions.

Metamorphic Rocks

Tracy Vonder Brink (author)

Publisher: Crabtree Publishing Company ISBN: 9798887351612

Rocks and minerals are all around us, but they're not all the same. Discover metamorphic rocks and find out how they form, what makes them unique, and how we use them. Explore some marvelous metamorphic rocks around the world, such as Japan's Susa Hornfels. Includes a support page of teaching tips for caregivers and teachers. Downloadable Teacher's Notes available.

Igneous Rocks

Tracy Vonder Brink (author)

Publisher: Crabtree Publishing Company ISBN: 9798887351605

Rocks and minerals are all around us, but they're not all the same. Discover igneous rocks and find out how they form, what makes them unique, and how we use them. Explore some incredible igneous rocks in places around the world, such as the Hawaiian Islands. Includes a support page of teaching tips for caregivers and teachers. Downloadable Teacher's Notes available.

Fossils

Tracy Vonder Brink (author)

Publisher: Crabtree Publishing Company ISBN: 9798887351643

Rocks and minerals are all around us, but they're not all the same. Discover fossils and find out how they form, what makes them unique, and what they tell us about the past. Learn about some fabulous fossils found around the world, such as Sue, the Tyrannosaurus rex. Includes a support page of teaching tips for caregivers and teachers. Downloadable Teacher's Notes available.

Focus on Pakistan

Ellen Rodger (author)

Publisher: Crabtree Publishing Company ISBN: 9781039806962

Pakistan is a country of stunning and diverse landscapes that include mountains, deserts, lush forests, plateaus, and raging rivers. Read all about the country's land and resources, the importance of the Indus River, and the impact of colonization by Europeans, as well as daily life and culture today for people across Pakistan. Free downloadable Teacher's Guide available.

Focus on Ghana

Heather C. Hudak (author)

Publisher: Crabtree Publishing Company ISBN: 9781039806955

Ghana's landscape includes the large northern savannah, rain forests, and the coastal region, which is small but contains the largest cities. Read all about the country's land and resources, the early trading empire, and the impact of colonization by Europeans, as well as daily life and culture today for people across Ghana. Free downloadable Teacher's Guide available.

Focus on Chile

Linda Barghoorn (author)

Publisher: Crabtree Publishing Company ISBN: 9781039806948

Chile is a long narrow strip of land running half the length of South America and bordered on either side by the Pacific Ocean and the Andes Mountains. Read all about the country's land and resources, the mineral-rich Atacama Desert, and the impact of colonization by Europeans, as well as daily life and culture today for people across Chile. Free downloadable Teacher's Guide available.

Focus on Australia

Natalie Hyde (author)

Publisher: Crabtree Publishing Company ISBN: 9781039806979

Australia's varied landscapes--from deserts and forests to the stunning Great Barrier Reef--are as diverse as its unique wildlife. Read all about the country's land and resources, the Aboriginal people, and the impact of colonization by Europeans, as well as daily life and culture today for people across Australia. Free downloadable Teacher's Guide available.

Earth

Kerri Mazzarella (author)

Publisher: Crabtree Publishing Company ISBN: 9798887351490

Jump into orbit around one planet in our amazing solar system: Earth! Take a fact-filled flight to learn what makes our home planet so special. Explore its watery surface, its protective atmosphere, and more. Includes a support page of teaching tips for caregivers and teachers. Downloadable Teacher's Notes available.

Crystals

Tracy Vonder Brink (author)

Publisher: Crabtree Publishing Company ISBN: 9798887351636

Rocks and minerals are all around us, but they're not all the same. Discover crystals and find out how they form, what makes them unique, and how we use them. Explore some captivating crystals in places around the world, such as Bermuda's Crystal Cave. Includes a support page of teaching tips for caregivers and teachers. Downloadable Teacher's Notes available.

The Ice Age

Virginia Loh-Hagan (author)

Publisher: Cherry Lake Publishing ISBN: 9781534181311

Would you have survived the ice age? Make decisions and tally your score to find out. Written at a lower reading level with considerate text, these high maturity books are sure to grab struggling readers as they engage and play along.

Maya Empire

Virginia Loh-Hagan (author)

Publisher: Cherry Lake Publishing ISBN: 9781534172623

Would you have survived in the Maya Empire? Make decisions and tally your score to find out. Written at a lower reading level with considerate text, these high maturity books are sure to grab struggling readers as they engage and play along. Also includes a table of contents, glossary, index, author biography, sidebars, educational matter, and activities.

When the Ground Shook: San Francisco Earthquake of 1906

Virginia Loh-Hagan (author)

Publisher: Cherry Lake Publishing ISBN: 9781534160552

The events surrounding the San Francisco Earthquake of 1906 did not look the same to everyone involved. Step back in time and into the shoes of a fireman fighting the fires, a girl whose home is destroyed, and a resident of Chinatown as readers act out the scenes that took place in the midst of this historic event.

Yosemite National Park

Christina Leaf (author)

Publisher: Bellwether Media Inc. ISBN: 9781648348037

Yosemite National Park is home to Yosemite Falls, the tallest waterfall in North America! In this title, young readers will get to explore the waterfall as well as the park’s many other interesting features. Readers will learn about the park’s formation, human history, wildlife, and popular activities. Along the way, special features profile animals, highlight climate, detail the park’s formation, and more. At the end of the book, a full-spread feature puts important facts, a timeline, and an animal food web in one place.

Zion National Park

Chris Bowman (author)

Publisher: Bellwether Media Inc. ISBN: 9781648348044

Zion National Park is full of beautiful features! Tall cliffs tower over the winding Virgin River, and narrow canyons cut through the striking red rock. In this title, readers travel to Zion to discover the park’s geology, wildlife, human history, and popular activities. Special features shed light on the park’s climate, animal species, and landmarks. The book concludes with a two-page feature that puts key facts, a timeline, and an animal food web in one place!

Yellowstone National Park

Chris Bowman (author)

Publisher: Bellwether Media Inc. ISBN: 9781648348020

Yellowstone is the oldest national park in the United States! It is home to famous features, such as Grand Prismatic Spring and Old Faithful. In this leveled title, readers will explore the park’s landmarks, geology, human history, and wildlife through engaging text and vibrant photos. Along the way, special features highlight the park’s climate, animal species, notable locations, and more. The book ends with a full-spread feature that includes a timeline, a fact list, and an animal food web.

Venezuela

Nicole E. Rodriguez Mata (author)

Publisher: Bellwether Media Inc. ISBN: 9781648347962

A diverse landscape, abundant wildlife, and expressive culture make Venezuela a beautiful South American country. Leveled text throughout this title is designed to engage readers who are ready to learn. Colorful photos draw readers in, while special features highlight the country’s location, landscape, wildlife, historical events, and more!

Singapore

Nicole E. Rodriguez Mata (author)

Publisher: Bellwether Media Inc. ISBN: 9781648347955

Singapore is a unique island city-state in Southeast Asia. Although small in size, it is one of the most densely populated nations in the world! In this title, readers will learn fascinating information about Singapore’s landscape, wildlife, and culture through engaging text and colorful photos. Features highlight a famous face, introduce a recipe, lay out important historical events, and more!

Panama

Alicia Z. Klepeis (author)

Publisher: Bellwether Media Inc. ISBN: 9781648347948

Many people identify Panama by the Panama Canal. But this Central American nation has much more to offer! Thousands of islands lie off its shores. Upbeat music fills the air. Fresh flavors welcome hungry visitors. In this title, readers will find all this and more through organized chapters and leveled text. Vivid photos keep readers’ interest, while special features highlight the country’s landscape, wildlife, foods, and more. A full-spread profile puts important facts about Panama in one place!

Hungary

Alicia Z. Klepeis (author)

Publisher: Bellwether Media Inc. ISBN: 9781648347931

Hungary has plenty to offer locals and tourists alike, including a vibrant capital city, beautiful folk art, and amazing natural wonders! Through leveled text and vivid photos, this title for young readers uncovers fascinating information about Hungary’s people, customs, landscape and more. Special features such as maps, profiles, a game, and a timeline offer even more information about this European nation! 

Great Smoky Mountains National Park

Chris Bowman (author)

Publisher: Bellwether Media Inc. ISBN: 9781648348006

Great Smoky Mountain National Park is home to hiking trails, forests, waterfalls, and more! In this title, young readers will explore key details of the park, from its formation and early human history to its wildlife, popular activities, and more. Along the way, crisp photos support the leveled text and interesting features highlight climate, animal species, landmarks, and more. The book concludes with a full-spread list of facts, a timeline, and an animal food web.

Glacier National Park

Chris Bowman (author)

Publisher: Bellwether Media Inc. ISBN: 9781648347986

Glacier National Park is known for its crystal-clear water. In this title, readers will discover the park’s lakes and streams, as well as its mountains, forests, and more. Leveled text and clear photos offer key details about the park, including how it formed, its early human history, its plants and wildlife, and its popular activities. Along the way, special features offer additional information about wildlife, climate, and landmarks. The book ends with a timeline, a list of key stats, and an animal food web.

Grand Canyon National Park

Christina Leaf (author)

Publisher: Bellwether Media Inc. ISBN: 9781648347993

The Grand Canyon is one of the natural wonders of the world! Grand Canyon National Park preserves it. In this title, leveled text and crisp photos combine to take readers on a journey through the canyon. They’ll discover the Grand Canyon’s plants and wildlife, human history, geology, activities, and more. Special features profile animals, highlight the canyon’s climate, and point out important landmarks. At the end, a timeline, fact list, and animal web put all of the most important information in one place.

Exploring the Deep Sea

Allan Morey (author)

Publisher: Bellwether Media Inc. ISBN: 9781648348143

The ocean reaches depths that even the sun cannot reach. Yet people still journey into the dark! In this title about exploring the deep sea, engaging text and vibrant photos show readers what it takes to be an underwater explorer. Special features highlight preparation for the journey, detail obstacles, profile a famous deep sea explorer, and more. Dive in to explore this dangerous journey!