Shares three stories of children learning how to manage stress. Vibrant and colorful photos help tell the stories. Additional features include a table of contents, a phonetic glossary, sources for further research, and an index.
Introduces readers to the basic items on a nutrition label, such as serving size and nutrients. Readers will learn how to use this information to make healthful food choices. Additional features to aid comprehension include a table of contents, labeled diagrams, a quiz and answer key, a phonetic glossary, an index, sources for further research, and an introduction to the author.
Being sick can be a scary experience, but the hospital workers in the emergency room can make children feel better. These knowledgeable community helpers include doctors, nurses, emergency medical technicians, lab technicians, and many more. Children will be fascinated by the roles hospital workers play in helping them get well. Key topics include an overview of the emergency room, equipment used by hospital workers, x-rays, blood tests, and how hospital ER personnel work as a team.
Even a shallow pool can be dangerous if you don't take care! Come inside Safety Around Water and learn how to keep safe and have fun at the lake, swimming pool or pond.
Apples are good for you, and Danny loves to eat them. But what happens to Danny when he eats crab apples?
No matter who packs lunch, there's always something missing. What is it?
A boy and his sister prepare a midday snack. Readers will enjoy predicting the next element that goes on the table.
A day at the beach without sunscreen - oh no! Vivid illustrations support simple text that builds fluency and recognition of high-frequency words.
Clear steps and adorable characters will inspire readers to make their own tasty treats!
Clear steps and adorable characters will inspire readers to make their own tasty treats!
Readers will practice high-frequency words as the character prepares a popular snack.
In Exercise, young readers will learn about the role of exercise in a healthy lifestyle while exploring different ways to have fun while moving. Vibrant, full-color photos and carefully leveled text will engage emergent readers as they explore the world of hiking and biking. A labeled diagram helps introduce readers to a variety of healthy fitness practices, while a picture glossary reinforces new vocabulary. Children can learn more about exercise online using our safe search engine that provides relevant, age-appropriate websites. Exercise also features reading tips for teachers and parents, a table of contents, and an index.
From an early age in Glasgow, Scotland, June Almeida loved learning about science and nature. A good student, she was especially interested in biology and won the top science prize at her school. Creative and observant, June noticed details that others often missed. She dreamed of attending university but economic hardships caused her to leave school at age 16. Still, June was determined to pursue her passion for science. She was hired by a local hospital to work in its lab, using a microscope to magnify and examine cells. Her work helped doctors treat patients. June later worked in labs in London and in Toronto. Her skill in using the electron microscope to examine cells and help identify viruses earned her promotion and respect in the science community. When June was 34 years old, she discovered the first human coronavirus. Her groundbreaking work continues to help researchers today in the fight against illnesses caused by viruses, including COVID-19.
Readers will follow step-by-step directions in this hearty read.
A day at the beach without sunscreen - oh no! Vivid illustrations support simple text that builds fluency and recognition of high-frequency words.
Readers learn the days of the week and basic food vocabulary as they find out what's for dinner.
Readers will follow step-by-step directions in this hearty read.
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!
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.
Poor Daddy: he has a fever, he has a headache, he has a rash, he has the chicken pox. He doesn't want to read his newspaper. He won't eat. And he can't attend the ballet recital. Will Dad ever get better?
Ever since she was young, Rebecca wanted to help people feel better, even before people knew much about modern medicine. She would not let anyone stop her from becoming the first African American woman doctor in the United States. She even wrote a book about what she learned so others could learn too. In this 24-page book from the Leaders Like Us series, you'll meet an important African American leader in medicine – Rebecca Lee Crumpler!
Hop in and see how ship lifeboats keep people safe during a water emergency.
