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Melinda Gates: Philanthropist

Kate Moening (author)

Publisher: Bellwether Media Inc. ISBN: 9781618917775

Using her wealth and technological genius to help people around the world, Melinda Gates is one woman who knows how to lead the way! She runs the Bill and Melinda Gates Foundation, working to provide opportunities and hope all walks of life. A profile, timeline, hometown map, and other special features add visual support to leveled text in this feel-good title.

Gray Wolves

Al Albertson (author)

Publisher: Bellwether Media Inc. ISBN: 9781618918024

A long howl rises over the dark forest. It is a gray wolf calling for its pack! Gray wolves are intelligent creatures whose bodies and behaviors are adapted to thrive in the forest biome. This title features low-level text and striking photos to take readers on a journey into the life of a gray wolf. Maps and other features show off range, conservation status, life span, and diet.

Emma Watson: Women's Rights Activist

Kate Moening (author)

Publisher: Bellwether Media Inc. ISBN: 9781618917768

Many know her from her role as Hermione from the Harry Potter film series. But Emma Watson has proven she has a lot to fight for in real life as well! She has led the way by becoming a UN ambassador and starting a campaign for gender equality. Through leveled text, a hometown map, a timeline, and more, discover how Emma Watson has become an inspiration for generations to come!

Nuclear War

Allan Morey (author)

Publisher: Bellwether Media Inc. ISBN: 9781618916532

Nuclear war became a reality when the United States dropped two nuclear bombs in Japan during World War II. Despite the devastating results, many countries still own nuclear weapons. This high-interest title explores how the world would end from a nuclear war. From blast waves and radiation to a nuclear winter, the detonation of multiple nuclear bombs would cause worldwide destruction. Features outline the possible chain of events and examine the fateful Fat Boy detonation. Discover the possibilities and preventative measures against nuclear war in this gripping book!

Global Pandemic

Allan Morey (author)

Publisher: Bellwether Media Inc. ISBN: 9781618916525

Viruses and bacteria are everywhere! They can mutate and move easily from one person to the next. Vaccines and other forms of prevention help fight these vicious pests, but pandemics have hit the world and taken out millions! In this high-interest title, a world-ending global pandemic is explored, from how it could start to how we might fight the spread. Features follow the chain reaction of the societal breakdown and jump back in time to the bubonic plagues. Are we due for another pandemic? Find out how to fight when the next one comes!

Solar Storm

Allan Morey (author)

Publisher: Bellwether Media Inc. ISBN: 9781618916556

The Sun is a major component in the existence of life on Earth. Could it also bring about the end? Energy often shoots coronal mass ejections into space. A massive CME on course for Earth could cause a solar storm with devastating results! This high-interest title explores how the world could end from a solar storm, from electrical shutdowns to disastrous food shortages. Fun facts add fascinating bonus information while the look back feature provides a glimpse into a past solar storm. Find out the science behind solar storms and what we can do to save ourselves in this world-ending title!

Robot Uprising

Lisa Owings (author)

Publisher: Bellwether Media Inc. ISBN: 9781618916549

Robots and artificial intelligence are all around us! We use them for everything from cleaning our homes to contacting our families. The technology continues to advance, but will it surpass the intelligence of humans? If it does, will AI be our friend or foe? In this high-interest title, discover the potential of a robot uprising to bring about the end of the world. Readers will take a look at the history of AI and machine learning as well as the possibility for singularity. Sidebars examine potential chain reactions and historical instances of out of control AI. If the day comes, can robots and humans work together? Hopefully we will never find out!

Climate Change

Lisa Owings (author)

Publisher: Bellwether Media Inc. ISBN: 9781618917201

Increasing temperatures, rising sea levels, raging wildfires, and sweeping hurricanes: climate change is happening, but what if we don’t make changes to stop it? Readers will find out when climate change began, how it has progressed, and what we can do to fight it in this high-interest title. An opening narrative throws readers into what may happen as the climate continues to change for the worse in this title, while interesting facts provide additional information to the main text. Can life adapt to our climate-changed world, or will it be the end?

Dolores Huerta: Labor Activist

Kate Moening (author)

Publisher: Bellwether Media Inc. ISBN: 9781618916716

Yes she could! Dolores Huerta inspired workers and led the way for change in wages and working conditions. This low-level text follows her journey from teacher to activist, and the challenges she had to face as a woman in these roles. A timeline, inspirational quotes, and other features add to this engaging title for beginning readers.

Malala Yousafzai: Education Activist

Kate Moening (author)

Publisher: Bellwether Media Inc. ISBN: 9781618916730

By age 11, Malala Yousafzai was already working to change the world! The young activist has been working ever since to ensure that children around the world have access to education. This title explores how Malala began her work and where the future might take her, with features including a hometown map and inspirational quotes. Young readers will learn that they don’t have to be adults to lead the way!

I Am Honest

Jenny Fretland VanVoorst (author)

Publisher: Bellwether Media Inc. ISBN: 9781626179271

It can be tempting to tell a white lie to avoid getting in trouble. But what would that tell others about the type of person you are? This title for early readers explores the benefits and results of being honest, and how readers can show their character in everyday life!

I Am Respectful

Jenny Fretland VanVoorst (author)

Publisher: Bellwether Media Inc. ISBN: 9781626179295

How do we show respect to one another? It might be as easy as listening carefully or having good manners. This book teaches early readers about being respectful and how important it is to our lives and relationships.

I Am Responsible

Jenny Fretland VanVoorst (author)

Publisher: Bellwether Media Inc. ISBN: 9781626179301

Sometimes doing the right thing might seem boring. Why do homework when video games are much more fun? Beginning readers will learn all about the importance of responsibility and how they can be responsible, too, in this low-level title.

I Am Kind

Jenny Fretland VanVoorst (author)

Publisher: Bellwether Media Inc. ISBN: 9781626179288

Kindness is one of the top traits we look for in friends. What makes this quality so important? What happens when we aren’t kind? Young readers can explore this meaning of this virtue and learn how to exhibit it themselves in this helpful title.

I Am Helpful

Jenny Fretland VanVoorst (author)

Publisher: Bellwether Media Inc. ISBN: 9781626179264

Helpful people make life easier! From doing chores to carrying groceries, there are many ways to help people around you. Beginning readers can learn about being helpful, from benefits to examples for everyday life in this informative title.

I Am a Good Citizen

Jenny Fretland VanVoorst (author)

Publisher: Bellwether Media Inc. ISBN: 9781626179257

What does it mean to be a good citizen? What can kids do to become one? In this book, beginning readers will learn how they can help out to make their community a better place!

Juneteenth

Rachel Grack (author)

Publisher: Bellwether Media Inc. ISBN: 9781681035178

On June 19, 1865 – two years after the Emancipation Proclamation – Galveston, Texas became the last place in the country to learn the slaves were free. Today, Juneteenth is a joyful occasion with parades, speeches, music, and more! This engaging book teaches the fascinating origins and traditions of Juneteenth, honoring the freedom of African Americans.

Earth Day

Rachel A Koestler-Grack (author)

Publisher: Bellwether Media Inc. ISBN: 9781681033495

Earth Day is a call to be “green.” This means thinking like a conservationist about everything from what grocery bag to use to what type of transportation to take. Elementary students just might be inspired to clean up a park or plant a tree after this read.

Martin Luther King, Jr. Day

Rachel A Koestler-Grack (author)

Publisher: Bellwether Media Inc. ISBN: 9781681034577

This title for young readers describes the life and work of Martin Luther King, Jr. Through peaceful protests and education, King’s leadership cleared the path for the Civil Rights Act and the Voting Rights Act. Every third Monday of January, citizens of the United States recognize the leader’s mission of equality for all on Martin Luther King, Jr. Day.

Teachers

Christina Leaf (author)

Publisher: Bellwether Media Inc. ISBN: 9781681034515

Every day, students across the globe learn the skills and knowledge needed to live and work in their communities. The dedicated individuals who provide them with these skills and knowledge are teachers. Teachers work hard to prepare others for the future! In this title, young readers will learn about the work teachers do in this important profession.

Abraham Lincoln

Tonya Leslie

Publisher: Bellwether Media Inc. ISBN: 9781600140914

By speaking boldly, Abraham Lincoln earned the nickname "Honest Abe". Young readers will learn how Abraham Lincoln used honesty to lead a country divided over slavery. Blastoff! Series

Jackie Robinson: A Life of Determination

Colleen Sexton

Publisher: Bellwether Media Inc. ISBN: 9781600140891

Jackie Robinson used determination to achieve his dream. Children will be encouraged to dream as they learn how Jackie worked hard to become the first African-American in Major League Baseball. Blastoff! Series

Rosa Parks: A Life of Courage

Tonya Leslie

Publisher: Bellwether Media Inc. ISBN: 9781600140884

Rosa Parks lived her life courageously. She refused to change bus seats because she was African-American. Children will discover the bravery of Rosa Parks during a time of racial segregation. Blastoff! Series

Martin Luther King Jr., A Life of Fairness

Tonya Leslie

Publisher: Bellwether Media Inc. ISBN: 9781600140907

Martin Luther King, Jr. dreamed about a day when people would not be judged by the color of their skin but by the content of their character. This book introduces young readers to a man who fully believed in fairness. Blastoff! Series

Mother Teresa: A Life of Kindness

Ellen Weiss

Publisher: Bellwether Media Inc. ISBN: 9781600140921

Sacrificing comfortable living, Mother Teresa devoted her life to helping poor people in need. Eager readers will learn about a nun who inspired other people with her kindness. Blastoff! Series