This graphic non-fiction series presents true sports stories of grit, leadership, and resistance. Dynamic visuals highlight impactful events on and off the field, as legendary athletes inspire social change.

Lerner Publishing Group (Graphic Universe) © 2020

Binding Type

Library Bound

Reading Level

4

Did you know that a group of monkeys is called a troop? Or why orca whales live together in groups called pods? Learn how and why some of the animal kingdom's most interesting animal groups stick together for survival with this exciting new series! Vivid and engaging full-color photographs and infographics complement the carefully leveled text to make reading for understanding easy and fun. Includes diagrams, sidebars, glossary, table of contents, and index.

Jump! © 2020

Binding Type

Library Bound

Reading Level

2

Accelerated Reader

Quizzes Available

Human's best friend is kids' favorite topic to read about. These titles include personality and appearance info and care needs for each breed. Quizzes ask questions to help readers determine if this is the dog for them.

Black Rabbit Books © 2019

Binding Type

Library Bound

Reading Level

2-3

Accelerated Reader

Quizzes Available

Did an asteroid really kill the dinosaurs? How did glaciers form Earths mountains, valleys, and lakes? Find these answers and more in these fact-filled books. Earth Shapers highlights how asteroids, glaciers, supervolcanoes, and tectonic plates changed the shape of our planet. Bright, full-color photographs complement the carefully leveled text to make reading for understanding easy and fun. A Take a Look! infographic, Side Bars, and STEM activity aid understanding and allow readers to explore further.

Jump! © 2021

Binding Type

Library Bound

Reading Level

2

Spend a day on the farm with this fun series! Learn what farmers do, as well as what kinds of crops they grow, animals they care for, and machines they use. An interactive feature asks readers to match each farm animal with its sound, while a picture glossary reinforces new vocabulary.

Jump! © 2021

Binding Type

Library Bound

Reading Level

K

Carolrhoda and Millbrook Press picture books spark children’s imaginations and offer new ways of looking at the world. Carolrhoda authors and illustrators have been honored with awards such as the Coretta Scott King Book Award, the Robert F. Sibert Informational Book Medal, and the Jane Addams Children’s Book Award. We believe that all children should be able to find themselves in the pages of a book.

Lerner Publishing Group (Carolrhoda) © 2020

Binding Type

Library Bound

Reading Level

2

Accelerated Reader

Quizzes Available

Fall is a fun time of year! From picking apples and visiting the pumpkin patch to participating in fall sports, lively images along with engaging text teach young readers about fall. This engaging, simple nonfiction series celebrates the season.

Bearport Publishing © 2021

Binding Type

Library Bound

Reading Level

1

Who are some of the women who changed the course of history? From freeing slaves to being the first American woman astronaut, these incredible women stood up for what they believed and inspired others to do the same.

Amicus (Sequence) © 2020

Binding Type

Library Bound

Reading Level

3

Accelerated Reader

Quizzes Available

Movies and television shows have turned people of all ages into dinosaur fanatics. What were these prehistoric creatures really like, and what wiped them out? This high-interest series explores the lives of world-famous dinosaurs, from diets to defenses, and examines what drove these great beasts to extinction. Maps, size comparisons, and other special features help bring the exciting world of dinosaurs to life!

Bellwether Media © 2021

Binding Type

Library Bound

Reading Level

1-2

Acuras zip past at hyper speeds. Superleggeras amaze with their power and beauty. i8s race to top speed on electric power. These exotic and epic cars rule the road. Hop into the driver's seat and peek beneath the hood to discover just how they do it.

Black Rabbit Books © 2021

Binding Type

Library Bound

Reading Level

2-3

The No Barriers series profiles people with disabilities who have succeeded/are succeeding in a variety of professions and pursuits. Each book features engaging, fact-filled biographies of 12 living and historical individuals, spotlighting their challenges and contributions.

Bookstaves © 2019

Binding Type

Library Bound

Reading Level

3-5

Accelerated Reader

Quizzes Available

Olympic athletes are the best of the best. But some have risen to legendary status. Meet some of the world's most amazing Olympians.

Black Rabbit Books © 2021

Binding Type

Library Bound

Reading Level

2-3

These books hold true to the traditional notion of books as realms in which a young reader (or reader of any age for that matter) can embark on fantastic journeys; safe spaces in which readers can feed their sense of wonder, discovery, and magic. (Jerry Pinkney)

The Creative Company © 2020

Binding Type

Library Bound

Reading Level

1

Accelerated Reader

Quizzes Available

The world isn't nearly as boring as you might think! All you need is this handy guide and your imagination to turn any place into extraordinary fun.

Black Rabbit Books © 2021

Binding Type

Library Bound

Reading Level

2-3

What is a solar eclipse? Where can you see the northern lights? Find these answers and more in these fact-filled books. Amazing Sights in the Sky introduces the unique, natural wonders in the sky. Bright, full-color photographs complement the carefully leveled text to make reading for understanding easy and fun. The titles include Diagrams, Side Bars, Photo Labels, Activity, Glossary, and an Index.

Jump! © 2021

Binding Type

Library Bound

Reading Level

2

Get ready for some hands-on arts and crafts fun! From handprint painting to cool collage art, this series is full of projects to engage and inspire. The easy step-by-step instructions make the projects not just fun but totally doable!

Book House © 2020

Binding Type

Library Bound

Reading Level

4-6

Accelerated Reader

Quizzes Available

Lerner Publishing Group (Red Chair Press) © 2020

Binding Type

Library Bound

Reading Level

3

Accelerated Reader

Quizzes Available

There are some jobs that keep our communities' wheels spinning. Doctors and dentists help us stay healthy and strong. Police officers keep our streets safe. Teachers prepare us for our changing world. This series explores the community helpers of today and how their work keeps our communities running safely and smoothly.

Bellwether Media © 2020

Binding Type

Library Bound

Reading Level

1

Accelerated Reader

Quizzes Available

The past is full of mysterious events. How did ancient people build pyramids. What is Stonehenge for? Maybe the explanations for these events are simple - or maybe there's something strange going on. Explore history's mysteries through closely level text, dynamic imagery, and visual infographics.

Black Rabbit Books © 2019

Binding Type

Library Bound

Reading Level

2-3

Accelerated Reader

Quizzes Available

There is a sport for everyone! This series introduces students to the ins and outs of sports played all around the world. Levelled text details the positions, rules, and equipment needed for each sport. Special features highlight important equipment and manoeuvres, while field and court layouts add visuals to support the text. These low-level books will inspire young readers to discover their sport and get out and play!

Bellwether Media © 2020

Binding Type

Library Bound

Reading Level

1

Accelerated Reader

Quizzes Available

Amicus © 2018

Binding Type

Library Bound

Reading Level

PK-3

Accelerated Reader

Quizzes Available

It's like a pop-up book on your digital device! Explore outer space through interactive augmented reality experiences! Discover what scientists have learned about planets, stars, black holes, and more, and learn about the cutting-edge technology that astronauts use. Space fans will be thrilled by true augmented reality features that give readers a close-up look at the cosmos. Download the free Lerner AR app from your device's app store. Use the app to scan the picture near the icon to access bonus augmented reality content related to that page. Watch a black hole eat a sun, see the moon's orbit, look around on Mars as if you're actually there. Each book contains 3-5 AR experiences based on real NASA models to explain planetary orbits, black holes, comets and asteroids, the solar system, space stations, and the machines and gear that astronauts use.

Lerner Publishing Group © 2020

Binding Type

Library Bound

Reading Level

4

The world is home to some amazingly intelligent animals! This low-level series explores the brainiest species in the animal kingdom, from dogs to octopuses. Vivid photos draw beginning readers in, while leveled text explores the intelligence of each animal. Features such as brain comparison charts, animal profiles, skills infographics, and scientific study sidebars offer even more information about the world’s smartest animals!

Bellwether Media © 2021

Binding Type

Library Bound

Reading Level

1-2

Our modern world still benefits from the work of ancient civilizations! Everything from how we communicate to what we eat is based on the discoveries of ancient people. This fascinating series introduces readers to the daily lives and innovations of ancient societies. Narrative openings give way to chapters on the rulers, daily life, beliefs, and fall of each ancient society. Each title includes profiles, a cause and effect graphic, a time and place matrix, a timeline, and a thought-provoking question. Readers will gain a new appreciation for the ancients!

Bellwether Media © 2020

Binding Type

Library Bound

Reading Level

4

Accelerated Reader

Quizzes Available

Get an inside look at the popular (and growing) gaming industry! Meet the most popular superstars and streamers, learn about the biggest gaming events and competitions, and more. Photos and up-to-date information take gaming fans and readers new to gaming on an exciting tour of the industry.

Lerner Publishing Group © 2021

Binding Type

Library Bound

Reading Level

2-3

Lerner Publishing Group (Carolrhoda) © 2020

Binding Type

Library Bound

Reading Level

4

Adventure abroad! This series takes young explorers on a world tour. Readers will stop at famous landmarks, meet new people groups, and experience unique customs and holidays. To further celebrate cultural diversity, these books teach how to speak foreign words, cook staple foods, and play traditional games.

Bellwether Media © 2020

Binding Type

Library Bound

Reading Level

4

Accelerated Reader

Quizzes Available

The Incredible series tells engaging, exciting, and touching stories, both recent and historical, about people and animals doing brave daring, and surprising things. This is a high-interest page-turner series about animal feats, athletic feats, daredevil stunts, suspenseful mysteries, epic rescues, and extreme survival stories that will keep readers engaged.

Bookstaves © 2019

Binding Type

Library Bound

Reading Level

3-5

Accelerated Reader

Quizzes Available

Throughout time, people have told tales of wonderous creatures! This high-interest series bewitches readers as it uncovers the histories, legends, and powers of mythical creatures through leveled text and fantastical photos. Features such as origin maps, media mentions, timelines, and cultural comparisons add even more astonishing information to this legendary series.

Bellwether Media © 2021

Binding Type

Library Bound

Reading Level

3

Accelerated Reader

Quizzes Available

Orca aims to help young readers see themselves reflected in the books they read. Orca Currents offers high-interest, low-reading level (hi-lo) fiction for those readers facing literacy issues.

Orca Book Publishers © 2013

Binding Type

Library Bound

Reading Level

5-8

Accelerated Reader

Quizzes Available

Did you know that Thomas Jefferson loved ice cream, and he wrote the first recipe for ice cream? Learn about this and so much more in this engaging history series. Readers will learn history curriculum in a fun and enticing way. This series is especially wonderful for reluctant readers.

Bearport Publishing © 2021

Binding Type

Library Bound

Reading Level

4

Twenty-First Centry Books' titles are excellent launching pads for stimulating in-depth research and for supporting evidence-based coursework.

Twenty-First Century Books © 2020

Binding Type

Library Bound

Reading Level

8

From buying a candy bar with a credit card to signing a mortgage on a house, at some point everyone will need to deal with credit and debt. Learning how to make smart choices now can help people save lots of money down the road. Credit Cards and Loans explains how these financial tools work and how to use them responsibly.

BrightPoint Press © 2020

Binding Type

Library Bound

Reading Level

6-12

Orca aims to help young readers see themselves reflected in the books they read. Orca Currents offers high-interest, low-reading level (hi-lo) fiction for those readers facing literacy issues.

Orca Book Publishers © 2014

Binding Type

Library Bound

Reading Level

5-8

Accelerated Reader

Quizzes Available

Orca Soundings are short, high-interest novels written specifically for teens. These edgy stories with compelling characters and gripping storylines are ones they will want to read.

Orca Book Publishers © 2009

Binding Type

Library Bound

Reading Level

3-5

Accelerated Reader

Quizzes Available

Teen Disorders explores several mental disorders and how they affect teens, discussing their causes, how they are diagnosed, and how they affect teens’ everyday lives. The books also present the latest research on these disorders, along with the most effective and promising treatments. Each book includes a graphic that presents key information visually, source notes, and resources to aid in further research.

ReferencePoint Press © 2021

Binding Type

Library Bound

Reading Level

6-12

Social media’s explosive growth has come with many benefits but it has also resulted in significant risks including addiction, deception, and bullying. This series explores those risks and the challenges of addressing them. All books feature real-world accounts, fully-documented quotes, and clear, thoughtful narrative.

Reference Point Press © 2021

Binding Type

Library Bound

Reading Level

6-12

Lerner Publishing Group © 2021

Binding Type

Library Bound

Reading Level

7

Accelerated Reader

Quizzes Available

Reference Point Press titles consistently receive favorable reviews from authoritative library and education journals and are included in many core collection recommendations.

Reference Point Press © 2021

Binding Type

Library Bound

Reading Level

6-12

Mental Health Guides shares information about common mental disorders and conditions, including their symptoms and the treatment options. Readers will learn how the disorders affect both individuals and society. Each book includes an infographic, resources to aid in further research, and source notes.

ReferencePoint Press © 2021

Binding Type

Library Bound

Reading Level

6-12

Money Basics provides useful and practical information about key financial literacy topics. Readers will learn about budgeting, credit, savings, and more. Each book includes an infographic, a worksheet to help readers apply what they have learned, resources to aid in further research, and source notes.

BrightPoint Press © 2020

Binding Type

Library Bound

Reading Level

6-12

Orca Book Publishers © 2008

Binding Type

Library Bound

Reading Level

5-9

Accelerated Reader

Quizzes Available

Orca Soundings are short, high-interest novels written specifically for teens. These edgy stories with compelling characters and gripping storylines are ones they will want to read.

Orca Book Publishers © 2014

Binding Type

Library Bound

Reading Level

3-5

Accelerated Reader

Quizzes Available

As the Tokyo Olympic Games approach, The Summer Olympics: On the World Stage puts the world's greatest sports spectacle in focus by looking back on the 124-year history of the Summer Games, the athletes that have made them memorable, and those who hope to become household names in. The series will both entertain and inform middle and high school age readers who love sports in all forms and are interested in the Olympics and its myriad events in particular. From the greatest moments in their history to the athletes who make them unforgettable, this Summer Olympic Games series covers it all.

Mason Crest Publishers © 2020

Binding Type

Library Bound

Reading Level

7-12

A novel of trauma, identity, and survival. After an assault, bigender seventeen-year-old Aleks/Alexis is looking for a fresh start-so they voluntarily move in with their uncle, a Catholic priest. In their new bedroom, Aleks/Alexis discovers they can overhear parishioners in the church confessional. Moved by the struggles of these ""sinners,"" Aleks/Alexis decides to anonymously help them, finding solace in their secret identity: a guardian angel instead of a victim.

Lerner Publishing Group (Carolrhoda Lab®) © 2020

Binding Type

Library Bound

Reading Level

8

When Jo, a headstrong maintenance technician, makes a mistake that destabilizes her planet's core, she knows only one way to fix things: leaving her underground home for a trip to the planet's dangerous, unruly surface.

Lerner Publishing Group (Graphic Universe)e) © 2019

Binding Type

Library Bound

Reading Level

6

Young sports fans will love learning more about their favorite games in this Spanish-language series. A search-and-find feature guides early readers as they learn new vocabulary pertaining to different sport fundamentals, player positions, and rules. Carefully chosen photos and words are sure to captivate kindergarteners and other readers alike!

Amicus © 2021

Binding Type

Library Bound

Reading Level

K

Celebrating the life, growth, and development of baby animals, Starting Out narrates the tale of growing up in the wild. This Spanish-language series 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.

Creative Education © 2021

Binding Type

Library Bound

Reading Level

K

Black Rabbit Books © 2020

Binding Type

Library Bound

Reading Level

1-2

This popular series-extended to include more Spanish-language titles-travels the planet to study fascinating mammals, birds, reptiles, fish, and invertebrates. Beautiful photos are paired with STEM-appropriate text to examine the featured creature's appearance, habitat, behaviors, and life cycle. Each book also presents a folk story that people have used to help explain the animal's appearance or behavior.

Creative Education © 2021

Binding Type

Library Bound

Reading Level

2-3

The popular Semillas del saber series now offers introductions to well-known holidays. Written in a friendly voice, filled with dynamic photos, and featuring text crafted for the youngest of readers, these books touch upon the history and traditions of holiday celebrations. As introductions to informational text, these titles will plant the seeds of knowledge!

Creative Education © 2021

Binding Type

Library Bound

Reading Level

1

Celebrating the life, growth, and development of baby animals, Starting Out narrates the tale of growing up in the wild. This series 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.

Creative Education © 2021

Binding Type

Library Bound

Reading Level

K

Amicus © 2021

Binding Type

Library Bound

Reading Level

2

This popular series-extended to include more Spanish-language titles-travels the planet to study fascinating mammals, birds, reptiles, fish, and invertebrates. Beautiful photos are paired with STEM-appropriate text to examine the featured creature's appearance, habitat, behaviors, and life cycle. Each book also presents a folk story that people have used to help explain the animal's appearance or behavior.

Creative Education © 2021

Binding Type

Library Bound

Reading Level

2-3

Giant anacondas slither through swamps. Boa constrictors travel through trees, looking for prey. Snakes slither all around the world. In these intriguing Spanish books, readers will learn all about these scaly reptiles, without becoming their lunch!

Black Rabbit Books © 2020

Binding Type

Library Bound

Reading Level

2-3

Audi R8s zip past at hyper speeds. Superleggeras amaze with their power and beauty. Audi R8s race to top speed on electric power. These exotic and epic cars rule the road. Hop into the driver's seat and peek beneath the hood to discover just how they do it. The titles in this Spanish-language series include vibrant photography, labeled images, and other graphics.

Black Rabbit Books © 2020

Binding Type

Library Bound

Reading Level

2-3

Young sports fans will love learning more about their favorite games in this Spanish-language series. A search-and-find feature guides early readers as they learn new vocabulary pertaining to different sport fundamentals, player positions, and rules. Carefully chosen photos and words are sure to captivate kindergarteners and other readers alike!

Amicus © 2021

Binding Type

Library Bound

Reading Level

K

Young animal lovers will love reading these fun and engaging Spanish-language books about some of the world’s most popular wild cats. The Wild Cats series highlights cats from across the globe through nature photos, Cat Facts, and a helpful glossary. Sidebars highlight similarities and differences between wild cats and housecats, giving readers relatable insights into these wild animals.

Amicus © 2021

Binding Type

Library Bound

Reading Level

K

The popular Semillas del saber series now offers introductions to well-known holidays. Written in a friendly voice, filled with dynamic photos, and featuring text crafted for the youngest of readers, these books touch upon the history and traditions of holiday celebrations. As introductions to informational text, these titles will plant the seeds of knowledge!

Creative Education © 2021

Binding Type

Library Bound

Reading Level

1

Capstone (Stone Arch Books) © 2020

Binding Type

Library Bound

Reading Level

3-4

Accelerated Reader

Quizzes Available

Capstone (Stone Arch Books) © 2020

Binding Type

Library Bound

Reading Level

3-4

Accelerated Reader

Quizzes Available

Capstone (Stone Arch Books) © 2020

Binding Type

Library Bound

Reading Level

3-4

Accelerated Reader

Quizzes Available

Capstone (Stone Arch Books) © 2020

Binding Type

Library Bound

Reading Level

3-4

Accelerated Reader

Quizzes Available

Capstone (Stone Arch Books) © 2020

Binding Type

Library Bound

Reading Level

3-4

Accelerated Reader

Quizzes Available

Capstone (Stone Arch Books) © 2020

Binding Type

Library Bound

Reading Level

2-3

Accelerated Reader

Quizzes Available

Capstone (Stone Arch Books) © 2020

Binding Type

Library Bound

Reading Level

3-4

Accelerated Reader

Quizzes Available

Capstone (Stone Arch Books) © 2020

Binding Type

Library Bound

Reading Level

3-4

Accelerated Reader

Quizzes Available

Capstone (Stone Arch Books) © 2020

Binding Type

Library Bound

Reading Level

3-4

Accelerated Reader

Quizzes Available

Capstone (Stone Arch Books) © 2020

Binding Type

Library Bound

Reading Level

2-3

Accelerated Reader

Quizzes Available

Mark Twain’s classic American story about a boy with a nose for mischief and a knack for avoiding any sort of work is here presented in vibrant detail, with new illustrations by C. F. Payne.

Creative Editions © 2016

Binding Type

Library Bound

Reading Level

5-7

A young Welsh soldier fights along the Western Front during World War I, experiencing the horrors of trench warfare before participating in the famed Christmas Truce of 1914.

Creative Editions © 2012

Binding Type

Library Bound

Reading Level

6-8

This perennial Dickensian favorite about a miser’s startling change of heart is illustrated by Italian artist Roberto Innocenti and reissued for the readers of all the Christmases Yet To Come.

Creative Editions © 2016

Binding Type

Library Bound

Reading Level

5-7

A regiment of African American soldiers from Harlem journeys across the Atlantic to fight alongside the French in World War I, inspiring a continent with their brand of jazz music.

Creative Editions © 2015

Binding Type

Library Bound

Reading Level

5-7

An alphabetical collection of poems by Ogden Nash celebrates the greatest big-league baseball players of the 1800s and early 1900s, paying entertaining tribute to 24 legends of the diamond.

Creative Editions © 2012

Binding Type

Library Bound

Reading Level

4-6

Among the millions of stories ever told, the tales of the legendary explorer Marco Polo are the most renowned. Listen as an old-time scribe tells his curious young neighbor about stories that are worth remembering.

Creative Editions © 2017

Binding Type

Library Bound

Reading Level

5-7

Amidst a complicated history of mistreatment by and distrust of the American government, the Navajo peopleùespecially bilingual code talkersùhelped the Allies win World War II.

Creative Editions © 2017

Binding Type

Library Bound

Reading Level

5-7

From ôBlack Sundayö in 1935 through the next five years of gritty dust storms and heartbreaking drought, a child grows into adulthood with a determination to preserve the land rather than exploit it.

Creative Editions © 2017

Binding Type

Library Bound

Reading Level

4-6

A sailor boy named Nick travels the uncharted world of the late 1700s in this illustrated account of the historic three-year voyage of the British vessel Endeavour and its captain, James Cook.

Creative Editions © 2013

Binding Type

Library Bound

Reading Level

4-6

This poetic picture book spans the globe to spotlight a rich diversity of aircraft, including some that never gained altitude, some that met their demise in spectacular fashion, and some designed to leave the bounds of Earth behind. Prepare to soar in this celebration of dizzying heights innovation.

Creative Editions © 2011

Binding Type

Library Bound

Reading Level

5

On a country hill, above a village, stands the House. Abandoned after some 200 years, it is rediscovered and reborn at the turn of the 20th century. As 10 more decades pass, war ravages the hillside, old ways are replaced by new technologies, and a new family story unfolds.

Creative Editions © 2010

Binding Type

Library Bound

Reading Level

5-12

This collection of stories, proverbs, and poems about trees from around the world reveals that a tree's roots not only go down deep into the earth, but its branches also reach up and out into the universe, connecting us all.

Creative Editions © 2018

Binding Type

Library Bound

Reading Level

5-6

One of the most famous works of 19th-century American Transcendentalist literature is excerpted and illustrated by Italian artist Giovanni Manna, who brings Thoreau's natural experiment to life.

Creative Editions © 2017

Binding Type

Library Bound

Reading Level

4-6

Shailey loves bedtime, especially reading with her dad. But her dad starts a new job, and it gets in the way of their bedtime routine. So Shailey takes action! She fires her dad, posts a Help Wanted sign, and starts interviews immediately. She is thrilled when her favorite characters from fairytales line up to apply. But Sleeping Beauty can't stay awake, the Gingerbread Man steals her book, and Snow White brings along her whole team. Shailey is running out of options. Is bedtime ruined forever?

Capstone Editions © 2020

Binding Type

Library Bound

Reading Level

4-7

Accelerated Reader

Quizzes Available

Eleven-year-old Clara is known as the ""girl who draws,"" but she's not tortured enough to become a real artist. Her only suffering, besides embarrassment over her real name Clarity Kartoffel, German for Clarity Potato is a crippling inability to speak in public. When Clara and her oldest friend, Orion break their neighbor's glass gazing ball, Clara decides that in order to suffer like a true artist, she will do every hard thing in her path . . . starting with knocking on scary old Mr. Vogelman's door. That's when she meets ""Birdman."" That?s when she sees his swirling painting. And that's when everything changes. To pay for the broken glass ball, Clara begins working for Birdman in his atelier. He challenges her to throw away her eraser and draw what she sees, not what she wants to see. But as Clara discovers, seeing, really seeing is hard. Almost as difficult as befriending the new girl at school, or navigating awkward feelings for Orion or finding the courage to speak in front of

Capstone Editions © 2020

Binding Type

Library Bound

Reading Level

3-7

Accelerated Reader

Quizzes Available

With equal parts humor and heart, Micah McKinney and the Boys of Summer tells the story of twelve-year-old Micah as she embarks on the summer before middle school. More than anything, Micah hopes to undergo a miracle transformation. One that will bring with it new friends, a fresh start, and boobs . . . preferably the round kind. If that happens, then maybe she can finally forget about what happened in the past. About losing her mom, about losing her best friend, and about the disaster she became in sixth grade, when everything fell apart. She and her dad have just moved away from their old neighborhood, and Micah's childhood home, to put some space between themselves and the secret burden they both bear, one that's already changed their lives and has the power to do even more damage. On her first day in her new neighborhood, Micah is greeted by the Water twins, Luke and Megan. Micah is surprised to find herself caught between their two worlds. In one world, there's Luke and his band

Capstone Editions © 2020

Binding Type

Library Bound

Reading Level

3-7

Accelerated Reader

Quizzes Available

Lance Cottonwood is the best and brightest of the leaves, but even the top students on the tree have worries. Can Lance conquer his fear of falling and just let go when the time comes for his final exam, or will he let his worries take over? In this funny and encouraging picture book, best-selling author Stef Wade (A Place for Pluto) tells an engaging story and deftly addresses social and emotional struggles many kids encounter each day...feeling anxious, wanting to be perfect, facing fears, etc. These themes combined with illustrator Jennifer Davison's delightful characters and rich autumnal colors make The Very Last Leaf a perfect book for the start of a new school year, the arrival of autumn, or any period of transition in life.

Capstone Editions © 2020

Binding Type

Library Bound

Reading Level

K-2

Accelerated Reader

Quizzes Available

The world of animals is wonderfully diverse. This popular and expanded series continues travelling the planet to study fascinating animals. Beautiful photos are paired with accessible text to examine the featured creature's appearance, habitat, behaviours, and life cycle. Each book also presents a folk story that people have used to help explain the animal's appearance or behavior.

Creative Education © 2018

Binding Type

Library Bound

Reading Level

K-2

Accelerated Reader

Quizzes Available

Creative Education © 2020

Binding Type

Library Bound

Reading Level

1-3

Accelerated Reader

Quizzes Available

From the heavy blades of bulldozers to the hauling bodies of dump trucks, heavy machinery and equipment have long been used in construction and demolition alike. Appealing to future builders, mechanics, and engineers, this series explores the continued use of these Amazing Machines. Detailed photos and STEM-appropriate text examine the featured machine's parts, functions, variations, and worksites.

Creative Education © 2018

Binding Type

Library Bound

Reading Level

K-2

Accelerated Reader

Quizzes Available

From scaly dragons to mischievous leprechauns, mythical creatures continue to capture the imaginations of human beings around the world. Appealing to fans of the paranormal and unexplained, this new series explores the legendary hold such Amazing Mysteries have over us. Detailed photos and straightforward text examine what is known or supposed about the physical features, motivations, and dwellings of each creature. Each book also includes a story about a legendary encounter with the creature.

Creative Education © 2020

Binding Type

Library Bound

Reading Level

1

From the vanlike appearance of ambulances to the spinning rotor blades of helicopters, vehicles of all forms have long been used in emergency situations. Appealing to future paramedics, pilots, captains, drivers, and crews, this series explores the continued use of four Amazing Rescue Vehicles. Detailed photos and STEM-appropriate text examine the featured machine's parts, functions, variations, and worksites. Each book also includes a labelled pictorial diagram of the vehicle.

Creative Education © 2019

Binding Type

Library Bound

Reading Level

K-2

Accelerated Reader

Quizzes Available

From baseball fields to volleyball courts, some of the most popular sports can be experienced worldwide. Appealing to sports enthusiasts and young participants, this new series introduces the basic gameplay of six Amazing Sports. Detailed photos and straightforward text examine the featured sport's history, equipment, primary positions, and common rules. Each book also includes a biographical story about a famous player who influenced the sport.

Creative Education © 2020

Binding Type

Library Bound

Reading Level

1

The sun beats down on the African savanna, while icy winds whip across the Great Plains in North America. There's nothing to shelter the animals that live in this wide-open biome from the harshness of these elements, so they must find other ways to survive. Profiles, maps, and other features support low-level text telling all about how animals have adapted to the grassland biome they call home.

Bellwether Media © 2020

Binding Type

Library Bound

Reading Level

1

Accelerated Reader

Quizzes Available

Hello, chipmunks and ducks. Hello, rabbits and toads. Hello, à fun! The popular Seedlings series now offers irresistible introductions to eight familiar backyard animals. Written in a friendly voice, filled with dynamic photos, and featuring text crafted for the youngest of readers, these newest books spotlight the bodies, behaviors, and habitats of living things. As introductions to informational text, these titles will plant the seeds of knowledge!

Creative Education © 2019

Binding Type

Library Bound

Reading Level

K

Accelerated Reader

Quizzes Available

Black Rabbit Books © 2020

Binding Type

Library Bound

Reading Level

2-3

Accelerated Reader

Quizzes Available

The popular Seedlings series offers irresistible introductions to community helpers. Written in a friendly voice, filled with dynamic photos, and featuring text crafted for the youngest of readers, these books spotlight the ways in which certain professions help other members of our communities. As introductions to informational text, these titles will plant the seeds of knowledge!

Creative Education © 2018

Binding Type

Library Bound

Reading Level

K

Accelerated Reader

Quizzes Available

There are some jobs that keep our communities' wheels spinning. Doctors and dentists help us stay healthy and strong. Police officers keep our streets safe. Teachers prepare us for our changing world. This series explores the community helpers of today and how their work keeps our communities running safely and smoothly.

Bellwether Media © 2018

Binding Type

Library Bound

Reading Level

1

Accelerated Reader

Quizzes Available

This series offers irresistible introductions to a rage of topics from animal behaviors to how machines operate. Written in a friendly voice, filled with dynamic photos, and featuring text crafted for the youngest of readers, these titles are perfect for your shelves as they help plant the seeds of knowledge!

Creative Education © 2019

Binding Type

Library Bound

Reading Level

K

Accelerated Reader

Quizzes Available

Illuminating the unique physical features and behaviours of nocturnal animals, this series takes a narrative approach toward life-science topics. As we peer into nocturnal forests and skies, from nighttime awakening to sunlight retreat, atmospheric text and images knit together stories of survival, noting the adaptations that enable each creature to carve out its own niche in its particular habitat. A detailed diagram points out such characteristics in-depth, allowing more visual learners to match facts with real images.

Creative Education © 2020

Binding Type

Library Bound

Reading Level

1

Are you scared of the dark? Does being in a spooky place make you want to run and hide? Usually, the more you know about something, the less afraid you are apt to be. With that in mind, Creep Out explains the function or purpose of six types of potentially frightening places, demystifying their key features and distinctive elements while introducing famous examples that a reader could encounter in real lifežor perhaps explore virtually from behind the safety of a computer screen. A scene-setting diagram closes each book, highlighting some of the elements common to the particular place.

Creative Education © 2018

Binding Type

Library Bound

Reading Level

K-2

Accelerated Reader

Quizzes Available

Journeying back through time, Dinosaur Days acquaints readers with eight creatures of the Mesozoic era. Using age-appropriate language, this series will whet young palaeontologists' appetites as it uncovers when and where important fossils have been found as well as what these fossilized remains have revealed about the dinosaur's lifestyle, including how its physical features aided survival in its prehistoric habitat and theories about its extinction. A timeline spotlights the period when the dinosaur lived, and a closing comparative graphic provides additional context on the animal's size. Supports the Next Generation Science Standards.

Creative Education © 2019

Binding Type

Library Bound

Reading Level

K-2

Accelerated Reader

Quizzes Available

Man's best friend is kids' favorite topic to read about. These titles include personality and appearance info and care needs for each breed. Quizzes ask questions to help readers determine if this is the dog for them.

Black Rabbit Books © 2018

Binding Type

Library Bound

Reading Level

2-3

Accelerated Reader

Quizzes Available

Many youngsters wish for a canine companion-but many instructional books are geared toward adults or more advanced readers! Providing an insightful and accessible look at several aspects of dog ownership, A Dog's Life highlights how to train, care for, and understand our loyal four-legged companions. Each book offers a brief tutorial on a different topic and works with the others to compile a comprehensive yet introductory guide to such issues as what motivates a dog, methods of proper handling and grooming, and how to interpret behaviors, facial expressions, and vocalizations. Vibrant, relatable photos feature an array of dogs and are sure to entice humans and canines alike!

Creative Education © 2019

Binding Type

Library Bound

Reading Level

K-2

Accelerated Reader

Quizzes Available

Around the world, geological phenomena shape landscapes and create breathtaking scenery. In language fit for the youngest geologists, Earth Rocks! explores geological formations and phenomena, explaining how they form or occur as well as any damages they may cause. Photographs of famous locations and events complement the text, while a closing activity encourages applied understanding of important scientific concepts.

Creative Education © 2018

Binding Type

Library Bound

Reading Level

K-2

Creative Education © 2020

Binding Type

Library Bound

Reading Level

PK-1

Accelerated Reader

Quizzes Available

The popular Seedlings series offers irresistible introductions to farm machines. Written in a friendly voice, filled with dynamic photos, and featuring text crafted for the youngest of readers, these books spotlight the ways in which certain farm machines help other members of our communities. As introductions to informational text, these titles will plant the seeds of knowledge!

Creative Education © 2018

Binding Type

Library Bound

Reading Level

K

Accelerated Reader

Quizzes Available

Prior to the arrival of Europeans, numerous Indigenous Peoples thrived across North America. This series provides an overview of daily life and culture. Approachable text examines each group's community structure, significant ceremonies, and traditions, as well as their relationship with European settlers and forced relocation onto reserves. Each title also includes a traditional story and tells how the people work to keep the traditions of their ancestors alive today.

Creative Education © 2018

Binding Type

Library Bound

Reading Level

K-2

Accelerated Reader

Quizzes Available

An explanation of the life cycle and life span of chickens, using up-close photographs and step-by-step text to follow a chicken's growth process from egg to chick to mature chicken.

Creative Education © 2020

Binding Type

Library Bound

Reading Level

3

Accelerated Reader

Quizzes Available

From shortest to longest, deepest to tallest, and smallest to biggest, this series uses varying degrees of comparison to encourage curious young explorers to take a closer look at the relationships of the flora, fauna, and landforms of six different biomes. I'm the Biggest! but dynamic language to place each ecosystem under investigation, peering through binoculars, under a microscope, or through a camera to study how the region's features affect its inhabitants, as well as how the inhabitants flourish within the environment. Striking photos aid in the book's visual appeal, while graphics and maps supply real-world examples of each ecosystem, encouraging readers to further explore the topic at hand.

Creative Education © 2019

Binding Type

Library Bound

Reading Level

K-2

Accelerated Reader

Quizzes Available

Landmarks of America functions as an accessible and highly educational series of introductory travel guides to eight of the most popular landmarks in the United States. Combining history and science to study the making of the structure, each book includes an activity that supports an applied understanding of an engineering or construction concept. Readers seeking adventure or just further information will clamour to explore these precious national treasures for themselves!

Creative Education © 2020

Binding Type

Library Bound

Reading Level

1

As summer vacation draws near, children (and adults) start dreaming of the next great adventure. Why not become National Park Explorers and discover the wonders contained in some of America's most popular national parks? Each book in this new series highlights key landscape features, wildlife, and activities unique to the park, noting when is a particularly good time of year to visit. Abundant photographs will captivate the eye and entice each armchair adventurer to hop in the car or catch a plane to experience the park in all its scenic glory.

Creative Education © 2019

Binding Type

Library Bound

Reading Level

1-2

Accelerated Reader

Quizzes Available

From blizzards to hurricanes, tsunamis to volcanic eruptions, natural disasters affect billions of people across the world every year. But how do these events form, and what can we do to predict them? This low-level series is packed with formation diagrams, real-life disaster profiles, and other special features. Readers will walk away with an understanding of what causes natural disasters, how to prepare for them, and when to batten down the hatches!

Bellwether Media © 2020

Binding Type

Library Bound

Reading Level

1-2

Accelerated Reader

Quizzes Available

Placing young basketball enthusiasts courtside with fast-breaking action shots, NBA Champions spotlights star players, prominent coaches, and team triumphs and downfalls. Featuring rich graphics and charts packed with team statistics, player information, and more, this series rebounds through the celebrated winners of the NBA Finals.

Creative Education © 2019

Binding Type

Library Bound

Reading Level

K-2

Accelerated Reader

Quizzes Available

As seemingly impossible travel barriers are broken by self-driving automobiles and futuristic passenger vehicles, inquisitive minds are often fascinated by the many forms, features, and abilities of transportation-especially when it comes to speed. Now That's Fast! offers a high-interest introduction to the mind-boggling speeds and incredible features of some of the world's fastest terrestrial vehicles and airborne crafts. Each title includes a brief history as it explains the purpose of these distinctive forms of transportation, and a diagram allows readers an up-close look at the featured craft's construction.

Creative Education © 2019

Binding Type

Library Bound

Reading Level

K-2

Hello, bicycles and snowmobiles. Hello, jet skis and skateboards. Hello, ... fun! The popular Seedlings series now offers irresistible introductions to personal transportation devices. Written in a friendly voice, with dynamic photos, and featuring text crafted for the youngest of readers, these newest books touch upon the parts and roles of unique vehicles. Each book closes with a labelled-image guide for further review. As introductions to informational text, these titles will plant the seeds of knowledge!

Creative Education © 2020

Binding Type

Library Bound

Reading Level

K

The popular Seedlings series offers irresistible introductions to planets. Written in a friendly voice, filled with dynamic photos, and featuring text crafted for the youngest of readers. As introductions to informational text, these titles will plant the seeds of knowledge!

Creative Education © 2018

Binding Type

Library Bound

Reading Level

K

Accelerated Reader

Quizzes Available

Who are some of women who changed the course of history? From freeing slaves to being the first American woman astronaut, these incredible women stood up for what they believed and inspired others to do the same.

Amicus (Sequence) © 2020

Binding Type

Library Bound

Reading Level

3

Accelerated Reader

Quizzes Available

Hello, freight trains and trams. Hello, monorails and passenger trains. The popular Seedlings series now offers irresistible introductions to six types of trains. Written in a friendly voice, filled with dynamic photos, and featuring text crafted for the youngest of readers, these newest books touch upon the parts and roles of trains in communities. Each book closes with a labeled-image guide for further review. As introductions to informational text, these titles will plant the seeds of knowledge!

Creative Education © 2020

Binding Type

Library Bound

Reading Level

K

Take readers beyond the zoo and into the habitats of the world's most intriguing animals. Diagrams, graphs, and other infographics give readers visual literacy practice while also digging into the animals' appearances, daily lives, and homes. This hi/lo series is perfect for cause/effect studies and understanding craft and structure. It truly is a wild animal kingdom out there.

Black Rabbit Books © 2017

Binding Type

Library Bound

Reading Level

2-3

Accelerated Reader

Quizzes Available

What do you want to be when you grow up? Would you dare to fight wildfires or dive into the ocean's mysterious depths? Employing real-life examples to introduce readers to thrilling occupations, Wild Jobs divulges the purpose and importance of these potentially perilous professions. Striking photographs accompany an overview of the training and equipment needed to perform each job, and a closing activity furthers comprehension, as questions prompt readers to imagine themselves in the featured occupational role.

Creative Education © 2018

Binding Type

Library Bound

Reading Level

K-2

Accelerated Reader

Quizzes Available

From exploring space to exploring the deepest parts of the ocean, robots are becoming a big part of human life. With engaging graphics and charts that emphasize visual literacy, let readers explore the impacts robots are having on our world and our future.

Black Rabbit Books © 2020

Binding Type

Library Bound

Reading Level

1-2