It’s planting day! Young readers can follow along with a tractor as it plants corn in this low-level title. Narrative text and colorful illustrations combine to tell the story of a tractor’s day, while informing young readers about the different parts and jobs of tractors. Fun facts add extra information about tractors, and questions engage the reader on both educational and personal levels. Students looking to learn about this favorite machine will plow through this fun read!
Dress warm for this northern expedition! Leveled text introduces the arctic biome and four animals adapted to live there. Young readers will enjoy guessing each animal based on their stand-out characteristics. 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.
Asiatic lions dominate the Gir Forest of India. But what would happen if a Bengal tiger encroached on their territory? In this clash of big cats, readers will learn about the secret weapons of these two animals, their attack techniques, and who may win in a battle. Features highlight each animal’s weapons, while profiles show each animal’s size and habitat. This title is sure to have readers roaring with excitement!
Do you know what lies in the asteroid belt? This nonfiction title takes curious readers on a journey to this rocky part of the solar system. Narrative text combines with vibrant illustrations to teach about asteroids and the other objects in the belt. Fun facts and features add bonus information, while questions encourage readers to think about what they have learned and connect more with the text. This low-level title is sure to be a hit for kids wanting to know more about the solar system!
Architects design houses, bridges, and more. They make buildings beautiful and safe! But what exactly do they do at work, and what tools do they use to be successful? This title explores the daily tasks of architects, how they do their work, and how to become one. Special features introduce a famous architect, offer real-world examples of architects’ work, and outline the steps to becoming an architect. Students will enjoy building their reading skills with this title!
It is a busy day at the construction site! There are rocks to move, fields to rip up, and surfaces to level. The bulldozer can do it all! This narrative title provides information about the jobs and parts of bulldozers by following a bulldozer through a day on the job. Vibrant, playful illustrations accompany the text while fun facts add bonus information and a special feature sums up the book. Young readers will be ready to get to work with this low-level title!
For much of the year, Acadia National Park is the first place in the United States where you can see the sunrise each day! In this title, readers will explore the mountains and forests of this beautiful national park. Fact-filled text highlights the geography, geological features, human history, and wildlife found in the park, while crisp photos show off all that Acadia has to offer. Special features highlight animal species, pinpoint the park’s location, list top sites, and more. The book ends with a full-spread list of park stats, a timeline, and an animal food web!
It is another day at the mine! Young readers can learn all about mining dump trucks, from their parts to the jobs they have, in this low-level title. Narrative text accompanied by vibrant illustrations follows one dump truck through the course of a day, while fun facts add bonus information. Questions offer ways for students to connect more deeply with the text and encourage curiosity. Machine-loving kids will enjoy this fun read!
That animal has a long snout. It must be an anteater! Or is it an aardvark? In this book, young readers will learn the differences between aardvarks and anteaters with vibrant photos, clear labels, and leveled text. An engaging side-by-side profile of the two animals will help readers easily learn what makes these animals unique!
It is time to build a road! This low-level title shows how backhoes help in road construction, from digging trenches to leveling ground. Narrative text follows a backhoe during a day on the job to inform about the different parts and tasks of a backhoe, while colorful illustrations support the text. Questions encourage students to connect with the text, while fun facts add extra information. Young readers will love digging into this fun title!
How does the military gather information? This title helps striving readers find out! Leveled text and crisp photos introduce the purpose of surveillance and the science behind it. Special features explore the history of surveillance, profile current and future examples, and diagram how the science works. The book closes with discussion of the future possibilities of surveillance and explores how surveillance can be used outside of the military.
From reconnaissance missions to missile launches, military drones have a lot of jobs! In this hi/lo title, leveled text and crisp images explore these important military tools, including how they’re used, how they work, and how they might look in the future. A timeline explores the history of drones, a diagram explains the science behind drones, and profiles outline key features of present and future drones. This fascinating title is sure to captivate those interested in the military!
Military robots have a lot of jobs. They disarm bombs, carry heavy loads, and complete spy missions! But how do these tools work? This hi/lo title explores the uses of military robots, introduces how they work, and discusses what they may be like in the future. Special features include a timeline of robotics history, a diagram that explains the science behind military robots, profiles of current and future robots, and more!
Armor is an essential piece of a soldier’s uniform. But what kinds are being used, and how do they work? In this hi/lo title, leveled text and bright images explore the purpose of military armor, how it works, and what it might be like in the future. Special features include a timeline, diagrams of the science behind the armor, profiles of current and future examples, and more!
How do military machines hide in plain sight? In this informative title, reluctant readers will find out! An engaging opening narrative sets the stage for readers to explore the uses, science behind, and future of military stealth technology. A timeline shows off the history of stealth, profiles explore current and future examples, and a diagram explains how stealth technology works. The book closes with a feature that explores other possible uses for this important military technology!
Sometimes, small predators are the most vicious. Praying mantises and black widow spiders have unique weapons to take down their prey. Readers will discover how these two animals use their secret weapons to get their next meal. Profiles and other features highlight special information about each animal. A final narrative puts a praying mantis and black widow spider up against each other. Which creature will remain standing?
In the Amazon Basin, many animals hunt fish for every meal. Sometimes, this shared diet leads to a battle! Giant otters are speedy predators, but are they a match for powerful caimans? This title dives into the strengths of each animal and their tactics to take down prey. Profiles for each animal highlight their size, habitat, and range, while other features showcase their speed and summarize their prized weapons. Who do you think will win this water war?
High in the Himalayas, the weather is harsh, and food is scarce. Few animals have what it takes to survive. But the snow leopard and the wild yak have adapted to thrive. Between the covers of this book, readers will uncover each animal’s secrets to survival, from fur-covered paws to sharp horns. Profiles showcase their size and range, while other features demonstrate each animal’s strengths. A final narrative puts their weapons to the test when a snow leopard and wild yak clash!
From stealth bombers to heat-seeking missiles, militaries around the world use cutting-edge technology to create powerful weapons. This hi/lo title introduces the science of advanced weaponry through leveled text and crisp images. Special features show how advanced weaponry has progressed, profile current and future examples, diagram how they work, and explore other other uses.
Predators in the coral reef have different strengths. Barracudas speed through the water, while moray eels wait patiently in hidden crevices. Which hunting tactic is best? In this title, a match between the barracuda and the moray eel settles the score. Readers will discover each animal’s secret weapons and attack moves. Features highlight swim speed and fangtooth size. Facts throughout the text add even more engaging information.
Could humans really control the weather? Or does that only exist in comics? This book walks readers through the history of weather control in comics, explores everyday technologies that mimic weather control, and highlights future technologies that could make weather control a reality. Engaging text and images pair with profiles, fun facts, and infographics to help readers understand how weather control could one day be a reality!
The power to shapeshift only exists in comic books, right? In this title, readers will learn about shapeshifting heroes and how humans have attempted to become shapeshifters themselves. Crisp images pair with engaging text to introduce the subject. Meanwhile, special features such as profiles and infographics highlight examples of shapeshifting in comics and other media, show how people mimic this power in daily life, and explore the consequences of this power becoming a reality.
Superman and the Incredible Hulk have thick skin to protect themselves from danger. But could humans achieve the same invulnerability? In this title, reluctant readers will explore superheroes with this amazing ability, as well as different technologies humans have created to mimic the superpower. Engaging text, eye-catching images, and special features will help readers learn the possibilities and limitations of achieving this superhuman ability.
What if we could quickly heal ourselves like Captain Marvel or the Flash? This title invites independent readers to explore how humans have attempted to replicate these superpowers. Vibrant images and lively text draw in readers, while special features such as profiles, diagrams, and infographics offer additional information that engages readers and educates them on the possibilities of this amazing power.
For more than 100 years, the television has sparked wonder and excitement in people around the world! A device that displayed fuzzy pictures on small screens has become an entertainment machine. In this title, readers will discover the history of the television and how it has advanced over time. Leveled text also covers how television impacts life today and what we may expect in the future. Features include profiles, a timeline, fun facts, and more!
