The wild world of animal life is full of vibrant colors. These beautiful shades play an important role in survival, from camouflage to scaring away predators to attracting a mate. Some animals can even change their colors to send messages. Take a tour of the animal kingdom through a rainbow of colorful creatures.
STEM isn't just about learning in a classroom. STEM is about all things EXTREME! From soaring through the sky to shredding on a snowboard, discover how thrill seekers use everything they know about STEM to do the amazing things they do. These book features a table of contents, a glossary, and an index.
There are many languages around the world. With this series, beginning readers can learn fun words in some of the most widely spoken, from Arabic to Spanish, and more! Readers will be introduced to key phrases including greetings, family words, school words, and other relevant vocabulary. Photos reinforce meanings while features provide pronunciations of each word. Young readers will enjoy learning a new language and discovering new cultures with these fun titles!
Favorite characters help young readers build confidence as they search busy scenes for hidden objects on their own. The fun continues with even more Look and Find challenges at the back of each book! Look and Find play provides an entertaining, interactive experience for kids while encouraging focus and exploration.
Titles in this collection are written by new authors from historically marginalized groups with the intention of recognizing and amplifying new and diverse voices with underrepresented perspectives. By publishing the stories of our OVOS award winners, we hope to reflect authentic experiences and perspectives back to the children and families that share them -- and to our readers at large.
Beautifully illustrated picture books with sweet stories captivate children, making reading time fun while teaching important lessons on friendship, kindness, and perspective. With calming imaginary adventures, cats both spooky and bored, and unmonsterlike monsters, there's something for every reader in this charming collection.
Celebrating the life, growth, and development of baby animals, Starting Out narrates the tale of growing up in the wild. This series - now in Spanish as well as English - employs simple language and a unique first-person perspective to introduce foundational biological concepts as it follows the adorable animal through the start of its young life. The straightforward text and large photos of the animal in its natural environment will both entertain and enlighten as readers learn how the animal's physical features, diet, habitat, and familial relationships play a role in its growth and development.
Today's Sports Stars introduces readers to eight of the world's top athletes. These action-packed books describe the life and career of each player, focusing on their biggest athletic accomplishments. Each book also includes an "At-a-Glance Map" special feature, several "Did You Know?" facts, a table of contents, quiz questions, a glossary, additional resources, and an index.
From guard dogs to truffle pigs, animals help us in many different ways. Some animals are trained to do things we cannot. Others make for loving, cuddly, and supportive friends. Learn about different animals and the important roles they play in solving problems and making our lives easier. Packed with lively photos and upbeat illustrations to show the wild world with animals and us.
Charlie is just a regular kid who happens to live in the world's largest nature reserve, Charlie's Park. Together with his mom, dad, little brother Archie, and Uncle Monty, they live, work, and go to school at the Park. Taking care of so many animals can be tricky, especially with lions that like to play jokes, monkey kidnappers, and prep for animal talent shows. What can go wrong?
Celebrate your favorite holidays with Holiday Fun!. Books in this series show and tellhow and why holidays are celebrated and on what days or times of year. Universalsymbols of each holiday are introduced and labeled, helping new readers learnto read while also learning about cultural traditions. Tightly controlled vocabulary,repetitive text patterns, and crisp, colorful photographs work together to create anengaging and supportive reading experience.
We experience incredible feats of engineering and design every day! This series guides curious young readers through the steps it takes to build bridges, cars, airplanes, and more. Leveled text and labeled photos provide details about the builders and the parts involved. Special features highlight needed materials and famous examples of the structure or machine. The book concludes with the finished result and how it is used.
Learn more about some of the world's best-known dog breeds in the My Dog series. Each title introduces young readers to physical features, personalities, and needs of these incredible dog. With captivating facts and vibrant images, the My Dog series is sure to engage even the most reluctant reader.
Pairing fiction and nonfiction titles is a research-based educational technique designed to improve student outcomes. It focuses on both content and literacy skills. The dynamic visuals and content matter of our paired fiction and nonfiction titles are proven to build interest, comprehension, and reading skills.
Science Words I Should Know focuses on ten important science subjects in grades K-3. Designed to help struggling learners gain a stronger understanding and vocabulary in science, each book features simple, grade-appropriate text, fact boxes, and bright photographs and illustrations.
From the moon and sun to the farthest galaxies, outer space is full of celestial wonders that captivate and inspire people worldwide. Introduce young stargazers to marvels beyond Earth and the tools scientists use to study them, including rovers and telescopes. Each title in this high-interest astronomy series includes vibrant photos, elementary-level text, and an in-depth look at one key feature.
Ancient Mythology introduces early fluent readers to myths and legendsthat helped shape eight ancient cultures. In these fun and engaging books,readers will learn about important gods, goddesses, and heroes, and becomeimmersed in their legendary stories. Bright, fun illustrations match the storylinesto enhance imagination, and tightly controlled text helps children enhancereading skills while learning about the world’s most exciting myths andlegends. Titles include tools for teachers and caregivers, a table of contents, aglossary to reinforce new vocabulary, an index, and a spread highlighting themost important gods and goddesses and their roles and powers.
Each book in the Animals of the Night series explores a species of nocturnal animal. Titles in this series examine the animal's habitat, adaptations, diet, and threats using exciting images and informative visual features.
Buckle up and get ready for a drive! In this hi-lo series, reluctant readers will learn about some of the coolest cars available today. Engaging text provides details about the history, features, and futures of these cars. Crisp images deliver a visual aid for readers to connect with the text. Special features highlight key details about each car, including size, engine type, and top speed.
How can I start coding? What is Raspberry Pi? Coding is essential for computer programming, controlling robots, and more! Even elementary students can begin learning about coding with our new Curious About series. Build on kids' natural curiosity with nine Q&As that outline the types of robots, programs, and technology that students can code. A Stay Curious! feature models research skills while simple infographics support visual literacy.
Readers will get a thrill from this vibrant, nonfiction series designed to look like a set of graphic novels. Each book centers around the chase between a predator and its prey. Text and photos show the amazing adaptations of both animals in each book. Readers will be amazed as the seemingly defenseless prey animal uses incredible methods to get out alive!
This inspiring series explores the lives of amazing women who have changed the world, from scientists and activists to writers and artists. Each illustrated graphic novel takes young readers through the hardships and triumphs of real women.
Discover the inspirational story of the program (Plant a Tree at Flight 93) that restored the strip-mined land surrounding the national memorial in the years following 9/11. Through lyrical prose and lush art, 150,000 Trees illuminates the hope and empathy of the American people and shows the power of individuals to make a difference. Releasing in time for the 25th anniversary of 9/11.
Love the excitement of a big game? The roar of a crowd when there's a win? 45th Parallel Press' The Big Game series gives readers the inside scoop on the biggest sporting events from tennis, soccer, baseball, football, horse racing, and basketball. Written as high-interest with struggling readers in mind, this series includes: considerate vocabulary, engaging content and fascinating facts, clear text and formatting, and compelling photos. Educational sidebars include extra fun facts and information about each game. Other features include table of contents, glossary, index, and author biography.
Adaptations to survive have made some animals faster. Some are stronger. Some can regrow their limbs! Learn about amazing animals and their real-life superpowers in this hi/lo series! Each title uses leveled text to highlight how each animal uses their superpower and the special parts that help them. Crisp photos show animals in action from high in the sky to deep in the ocean.
Self-proclaimed space nerds Infinity, his best friend Gabriel, and his sister Twilight are on a mission to save the world in these fun adventures!
We're wowed by movies, awed by anime, and endlessly entertained by video games. But how are these incredible creative creations made? It all starts with an idea! Learn how artists and storytellers craft some of our favorite forms of entertainment. With engaging hi-lo content to draw in 5th through 6th grade readers and a 2nd to 3rd grade reading level, exploring entertainment is fun as well as accessible. Its a roaring good time!s
Young readers are introduced to some of the most exciting figures in Greek mythology in this vibrant new series. Each title describes the responsibilities and characteristics of a featured god or goddess. A detailed mythological family tree also provides useful background information. The Gods and Goddesses of Ancient Greece series is sure to inspire a fascination for mythology and a love of reading. Each Gods and Goddesses of Ancient Greece title features easy-to-read text, stunning visuals, and a challenging educational activity. Gods and Goddesses of Ancient Greece is a series of AV2 media enhanced books. A unique book code printed on page 2 unlocks multimedia content. These books come alive with video, audio, weblinks, slide shows, activities, hands-on experiments, and much more.
Join young inventor Hayley Comet in a fun, full colour adventure packed with hilarious doodles, diagrams, and comic book-style storytelling. Hayley is every bit as bright and dazzling as the shooting star after which she is named. This plucky kid genius is ready to change the world!
You've heard the tales—now hear the truth! Integrating science with traditional fairy tales, these funny and charming picture books retell familiar princess stories, augmented by humorous sidebars about real animals and science. Includes discussion of fairy tale traits, fictional vs. real comparison chart, glossary, and book and website resources.
Why do satellites stay in orbit around Earth? How do people move electricity from place to place? The answers are found in physics. This encyclopedic-style series perfect for browsing and book reports is packed with compelling entries that explore the science behind how our world works. Each page is filled with extraordinary photos and comprehensive text featuring real-world examples, fascinating facts, and bios on the greatest thinkers in physics. From the fundamental forces of the universe to the latest on stars and galaxies in the sky, discover the secret inner workings of the universe.
On countless occasions, animals have come to the rescue of humans. Displaying amazing feats of courage, these animals--ranging from small parrots to large horses--have risked their lives to protect people in need. Readers' hearts will grow as they devour this collection of moving, first-hand accounts.
Game, set, and match! With a long history and exciting tournaments, there are many reasons fans love tennis. From powerful serves and legendary players to fierce backhands and daring saves, elementary readers explore the game from a fan's perspective, gaining insight into what makes this sport so popular to watch. Packed with fascinating facts, all-star athletes, and timeless traditions, each chapter can be read in any order.
Even the world's most popular brands had to start somewhere! This series introduces readers to the history of some of the most recognizable brands in the world. Engaging, fact-filled text combines with crisp photos to explore each brand, including important milestones, influential people, and groundbreaking products from the past and present. Special features map the brand's origins, profile important people, highlight sales stats, call out charitable contributions, and more!
It’s game on! Explore the world of esports with the top six categories of video games. Whether it’s how to get started, skills and strategies to crush the competition, or top tournaments to play in, action-oriented text engages young tween and teen gamers. Team up with friends or forge your own path in these epic explanations of online gaming.
This series invites readers to explore the lives and cultures of major tribal nations and cultural groups across North America. Written by Indigenous author and public historian, Heather Bruegl, a citizen of the Oneida Nation and first-line descendent Strockbridge-Munsee, this series provides a simple and authentic introduction to the unique cultures and peoples that have made this continent home for thousands of years, and are still here today.
Who inspires you? Learn more about hard-working, awe-inspiring, record-breaking athletes in these short profiles filled with photos and fact-filled text suitable for young readers. Complete with overviews of the athletesÎ childhoods, accomplishments, and how they continue to be heroes off the court, this series has everything elementary sports fans crave.
The Holocaust remains the darkest of times in the 20th Century. This series strives to educate readers about the systemic persecution and elimination of the Jewish people and millions of others by the Nazi regime. Learn about the events, and what has been done in their aftermath to elevate human rights on the world stage.
Each title in the Human Body series explores the complex systems in the human body that work to support life. Readers discover the characteristics and interactions of the systems that allow the body to function properly.
A decodable chapter book series for developing readers in grades 4+. This collection follows the overlapping storylines of 8 characters spanning the globe from the Pacific Northwest to Benin, Africa, written by authors who authentically represent the backgrounds and cultures of these characters. The sequence of stories is aligned with a research-based skill progression, beginning with short vowel sound practice and developing through to a focus on the Magic "E," while repeating skills presented in earlier chapters for added practice.
What makes each generation unique, and what are their contributions to the world around us? In Defining the Generations, readers will dive into the four major generations and learn about their impact and importance.
Computer gaming is fun, but it's also serious business! Level up and learn about Fortnite, Minecraft, Rocket League, and other video games and online game platforms that have forever changed the world of play. For readers age 12 and up, each title explores what the featured technology property is, its development history, programming innovations, and impact on everyday players and esports competitors alike.
When there was a battle to be fought, these warriors were there: gladiators, conquistadors, ninjas, Vikings . . . From Roman arenas to the lawless high seas, this series for readers age 12 and up spotlights the worldÎs most fearsome combatants. Each title surveys the history of a fighting group, examining key leaders, weapons, skills, rules of warfare, and reasons for existing.
Experience the thrill and adventure of extreme sports like never before! Designed for readers age 12 and up, this nonfiction action sports series examines adrenaline-pumping disciplines such as BASE jumping, big wave surfing, cave diving, and the world of full-contact mixed martial arts. The origins, growth, controversies, and star athletes of each sport are profiled.
Wild animals are mysterious and even scary, but they are also fascinating creatures. Designed for readers age 12 and up, this nonfiction life science series provides an in-depth exploration of different mammals, reptiles, amphibians, birds, and fish that inhabit the planet. Each book details the life cycle, diet, anatomy, and habitat of the featured animal, giving readers a greater appreciation for wildlife and the natural world.
Teen Guide to Mental Health discusses ADHD, social anxiety, depression, obsessive compulsive disorder, and helping someone in crisis. The books in this series define the mental health issue, explain how it affects teens daily lives, and provide ways teens can find support. Each book includes a graphic that presents key information visually, source notes, and resources to aid in further research.
Americas Ethnic Diversity explores six of the major ethnic groups that have made the United States their home. The series provides background about each groups history, culture, religions, achievements, and challenges. Each book includes a graphic that presents key information visually, source notes, and resources to aid in further research.
History’s most enduring mysteries and legends involve tales so incredible that they blur the line between fact and fantasy. This nonfiction series for age 12 and up examines current evidence surrounding Bigfoot, alien activity, and other mythical creatures and sites, as well as related conspiracy theories, cover-ups, hoaxes, and famous sleuths. The truth is out there—uncover it!
Characterized by exciting, fast-paced plots and themes that are relevant for high school students, Horizon’s Hi-Lo books are both engaging and easy to read. Short chapters, simple sentence structures, and an accessible format make these books perfect for teen reluctant readers.
Meet the professional soccer (association football) giants of the world. Designed for readers ages 12 and up, this sports series gets into the stadiums and onto the pitch with FIFA cup champions from Bayern Munich to Real Madrid. Each title delves into team history, highlighting star players, key coaches, and fan-favorite game moments.
Tales of daring covert operations and antiterrorism plots are not just the stuff of movies. Real spies are at work around the world every day. Designed for readers age 12 and up, this nonfiction series investigates the espionage agencies of six countries, tracking their history of intelligence gathering and spotlighting famous secret missions. Pop culture spies are contrasted with real-life agents.
Combining biographical profiles with poetry selections, this revised and updated selection of Voices in Poetry highlights the extraordinary lives and talent of some of the world's most influential poets. From Shakespeare's classic love sonnets to Hughes's songs of the African American experience, this series introduces readers to unique poetic voices from multicultural perspectives by featuring full-length poems or excerpts from larger works and examinations of the author's style and thematic material.
You've heard the tales—now hear the truth! Integrating science with traditional fairy tales, these funny and charming picture books retell familiar princess stories, augmented by humorous sidebars about real animals and science. Translated into North American Spanish. Includes discussion of fairy tale traits, fictional vs. real comparison chart, and a glossary.
How can I start coding? What is Raspberry Pi? Coding is essential for computer programming, controlling robots, and more! Even elementary students can begin learning about coding with our new Curious About series. Translated into North American Spanish. Build on kids’ natural curiosity with nine Spanish Q&As that outline the types of robots, programs, and technology that students can code. A Stay Curious! feature models research skills while simple infographics support visual literacy.
Celebrating the life, growth, and development of baby animals, Starting Out narrates the tale of growing up in the wild. This series—now in Spanish as well as English—employs simple language and a unique first-person perspective to introduce foundational biological concepts as it follows the adorable animal through the start of its young life. The straightforward text and large photos of the animal in its natural environment will both entertain and enlighten as readers learn how the animal’s physical features, diet, habitat, and familial relationships play a role in its growth and development.
From the moon and sun to the farthest galaxies, outer space is full of celestial wonders that captivate and inspire people worldwide. Introduce young stargazers to marvels beyond Earth and the tools scientists use to study them, including rovers and telescopes. Translated into North American Spanish, each title in this high-interest astronomy series includes vibrant photos, elementary-level text, and an in-depth look at one key feature.From the moon and sun to the farthest galaxies, outer space is full of celestial wonders that captivate and inspire people worldwide. Introduce young stargazers to marvels beyond Earth and the tools scientists use to study them, including rovers and telescopes. Translated into North American Spanish, each title in this high-interest astronomy series includes vibrant photos, elementary-level text, and an in-depth look at one key feature.
Who inspires you? Learn more about hard-working, awe-inspiring, record-breaking athletes in these short profiles filled with photos and fact-filled Spanish text suitable for young readers. Complete with overviews of the athletes’ childhoods, accomplishments, and how they continue to be heroes off the court, this series has everything elementary sports fans crave. Translated into North American Spanish.
What makes some sports so fun to watch? Is it the superstar athletes? The intense matchups? Or maybe the exciting game day traditions? It could be all of the above! Packed with amazing records and fascinating facts on players and games, elementary Spanish readers explore the top reasons fans love the sports they love. A must-read for anyone who enjoys playing or watching sports. Translated into North American Spanish.
It’s game on! Explore the world of esports with the top six categories of video games. Whether it’s how to get started, skills and strategies to crush the competition, or top tournaments to play in, action-oriented Spanish-translated text engages young tween and teen gamers. Team up with friends or forge your own path in these epic explanations of online gaming. Translated into North American Spanish.