Look up! A special plane flies high in the sky. What makes it so unique? It's an eco-plane. Explore planes that are better for the planet! Engaging photos and carefully leveled text takes an environmental spin for this fan-favorite vehicle.
Choo, choo! A special train comes down the track. What makes it so unique? It's an eco-train. Explore trains that are better for the planet! Engaging photos and carefully leveled text takes an environmental spin for this fan-favorite vehicle.
Zoom! A special truck comes rolling down the road. What makes it so unique? It's an eco-truck. Explore trucks that are better for the planet! Engaging photos and carefully leveled text takes an environmental spin for this fan-favorite vehicle.
Vroom! A special car comes speeding down the street. What makes it so unique? It's an eco-car. Explore cars that are better for the planet! Engaging photos and carefully leveled text takes an environmental spin for this fan-favorite vehicle.
Splash! A special boat speeds through the water. What makes it so unique? It's an eco-boat. Explore boats that are better for the planet! Engaging photos and carefully leveled text takes an environmental spin for this fan-favorite vehicle.
Beep, beep! A special bus zips down the street. What makes it so unique? It's an eco-bus. Explore buses that are better for the planet! Engaging photos and carefully leveled text takes an environmental spin for this fan-favorite vehicle.
Buzzing bees have long been a critical part of habitat all over Earth. But there are fewer flying friends around. Where have all the bees gone. Learn about the dangers that threaten these important animals--from diseases to loss of habitat--and find out what you can do to help protect bees. Carefully leveled text and captivating photos bring the message home: Save the bees!
Elephants footprints scatter across the forests floor. But there are fewer Asian elephants than ever before. Where have all the elephants gone? Learn about the dangers that threaten these important animals-from deforestation to illegal hunting-and find out what you can do to help protect the elephants. Carefully leveled text and captivating photos bring the message home: Save the Asian elephants!
The My Itty-Bitty Bio series are biographies for the earliest readers. The series celebrates diversity, covering women and men from a range of backgrounds and professions including immigrants and individuals with disabilities. This book examines the life of Apache leader and medicine man Geronimo in a simple, age-appropriate way that helps young readers develop word recognition and reading skills.
The My Itty-Bitty Bio series are biographies for the earliest readers. The series celebrates diversity, covering women and men from a range of backgrounds and professions including immigrants and individuals with disabilities. This book examines the life of Lakota chief Crazy Horse in a simple, age-appropriate way that helps young readers develop word recognition and reading skills. Includes table of contents, author biography, timeline, glossary, index, and other informative backmatter.
Sojourner Truth was born to slaves. She had no choice. But when she grew to be a young mother herself, she ran away with her child looking for freedom. She used her voice to speak for all slaves wanting to be free.
Ruby Bridges just wanted to go to a good school. She did not ask to be a hero, but she knew how to be strong. Her bravery made it possible for classrooms today to be safe places for children of all races.
When Elizabeth Cady Stanton was a young girl she knew she could do anything her brothers could do. But the laws in the country said women were not equal to men. Elizabeth knew she had to make a difference for all women.
Sequoyah created a way of writing the Cherokee language 200 years ago. Thanks to Sequoyah, the Cherokee today know more about their history and native language than almost any other tribe in North America.
As a child, Cesar Chavez worked on farms. He felt the workers were not treated well. Cesar used his voice to become a leader in making sure farm workers were paid better and treated fairly.
When a new baby comes home to a family, it means huge changes in everyone’s life. A new baby brother or sister will need lots of attention from Mom and Dad. That’s where you come in, discover some of the things you can do to help out and learn more about what will happen at home.
Funerals are sometimes held in a church or temple so that the person can be remembered for their life. Many people at the service will be sad and it may seem scary. One way to say good bye at a funeral is to think about the happy times you may have had with the person who is gone. Discover what to expect at a funeral so you will be brave.
Lily has a hole. It eats her joy, makes her angry, and--no matter what Daddy does to try to help--it just keeps growing. So Lily retreats. But a friend lets her in on a secret (he has a hole too!) and shows her the best way to repair holes: spend time on friends, family, the things you love, yourself, and kindness. Those patches don't make the hole go away, but they help. A lyrical and age-appropriate story for learning to cope with grief and loss.
The My Itty-Bitty Bio series are biographies for the earliest readers. This book examines the life of Larry "Seven Fingers" Itliong, a Filipino American labor organizer, in a simple, age-appropriate way that helps children develop word recognition and reading skills. The series celebrates diversity, covering women and men from a range of backgrounds and professions including immigrants and individuals with disabilities. Includes a timeline, primary sources, glossary, and index.
The My Itty-Bitty Bio series are biographies for the earliest readers. This book examines the life of civil rights hero Fred Korematsu, a Japanese American who stood up for other Japanese Americans during World War II, in a simple, age-appropriate way that helps children develop word recognition and reading skills. The series celebrates diversity, covering women and men from a range of backgrounds and professions including immigrants and individuals with disabilities. Includes a timeline, primary sources, glossary, and index.
The My Itty-Bitty Bio series are biographies for the earliest readers. This book examines the life of political and social activist Grace Lee Boggs, a Chinese American author and revolutionary, in a simple, age-appropriate way that helps children develop word recognition and reading skills. The series celebrates diversity, covering women and men from a range of backgrounds and professions including immigrants and individuals with disabilities. Includes a timeline, primary sources, glossary, and index.
Jill Biden has held many roles in the government and beyond. Through them all, she never stopped learning or teaching! This low-level title introduces young readers to the life and work of Jill Biden. Leveled text and crisp images combine with a profile, timeline, and map to introduce basic facts about Jill. Quotes throughout the book let readers hear from Jill in her own words. This informative title shows the importance of lifelong learning!
Selena Gomez is known for her acting and music career. But she also advocates for mental health! Through leveled text and crisp images, this low-level title introduces Selena’s life and accomplishments. A profile details basic facts about her life, a map shows off her hometown, and a timeline lays out important events. Quotes throughout the book let Selena inspire readers in her own words. This title gives readers a role model for mental health awareness and beyond!
From a young age, Greta Thunberg has made it her mission to fight climate change! Through leveled text and crisp photos, this title for young readers introduces her life and work. A profile introduces basic facts about Greta, a map shows where she grew up, a timeline lays out some of the most important events in her life, and quotes let Greta speak for herself. This book is sure to inspire young readers to strive for change!
Voting is the key to democracy. It is how we make our voices heard. In this low-level text, young readers will learn about the importance of casting a ballot and the consequences of not fulfilling this duty. Special features such as labels, a question, and a picture glossary help reinforce the text. Readers of this book will soon understand the importance of voting!
