Shetland Pony
Shetland ponies are little and fun! Shetland Pony introduces the history of this breed and why people love it. Easy-to-read text, vivid images, and helpful back matter give readers a clear look at this subject. Features include a table of contents, infographics, a glossary, additional resources, and an index. Aligned to Common Core Standards and correlated to state standards. Kids Core is an imprint of Abdo Publishing, a division of ABDO.
Yosemite National Park
Yosemite National Park is in eastern California. The park is known for its tall granite cliffs, vast forests, and picturesque waterfalls. The region's stunning landscapes and fascinating history draws more than four million visitors to the park every year. Yosemite National Park explores the park's history, wildlife, recreation opportunities, and conservation efforts. Easy-to-read text, vivid images, and helpful back matter give readers a clear look at this subject. Features include a table of contents, infographics, a glossary, additional resources, and an index. Aligned to Common Core Standards and correlated to state standards. Core Library is an imprint of Abdo Publishing, a division of ABDO.
Pollinator Gardens
Pollinators are important parts of the ecosystem. Pollinator Gardens teaches readers about growing gardens that provide habitats for birds, butterflies, and other pollinators. Easy-to-read text, vivid images, and helpful back matter give readers a clear look at this subject. Features include a table of contents, infographics, a glossary, additional resources, and an index. Aligned to Common Core Standards and correlated to state standards. Kids Core is an imprint of Abdo Publishing, a division of ABDO.
Vegetable Gardens
Vegetables are tasty and fun to grow. Vegetable Gardens teaches readers about planting, caring for, and harvesting vegetables. Easy-to-read text, vivid images, and helpful back matter give readers a clear look at this subject. Features include a table of contents, infographics, a glossary, additional resources, and an index. Aligned to Common Core Standards and correlated to state standards. Kids Core is an imprint of Abdo Publishing, a division of ABDO.
Rocky Mountain National Park
Rocky Mountain National Park is in northern Colorado. The park protects a portion of the Rocky Mountains. More than four million people travel to the park every year to hike and take in the gorgeous mountain views. Rocky Mountain National Park explores the park's history, wildlife, recreation opportunities, and conservation efforts. Easy-to-read text, vivid images, and helpful back matter give readers a clear look at this subject. Features include a table of contents, infographics, a glossary, additional resources, and an index. Aligned to Common Core Standards and correlated to state standards. Core Library is an imprint of Abdo Publishing, a division of ABDO.
Once in a Blue Moon
What's behind the eerie St Elmo's Fire phenomenon? What was the mysterious explosion that tore through a Siberian forest in the early 1900s? And can fish and frogs really rain from the sky?Travel around the globe and even into space with this dazzling natural history book, discovering the stories of nature's rarest events and best-kept secrets.From strange marvels of the night sky to the world's weirdest weather events; from the most peculiar plants to rare and elusive animals; this book gathers together a jaw-dropping collection of natural wonders. Eclipses, ball lightning, pizzly bears . . . each stunningly illustrated spread explores a different phenomenon, including those that have baffled scientists through the centuries. Presented in five chapters - Amazing Space, Peculiar Plants, Unusual Animals, Weird Weather and Unique Wild Places - this is a celebration of nature at its quirkiest and most wonderful. Written by best-selling author Emily Hawkins and brought to life in glorious detail by illustrator Vlad Stankovic, this spectacular collection is the perfect title to gift, share and treasure for years to come.
Discover Bitcoin
Are you interested in Bitcoin but find the topic too technical or confusing?This beginner-friendly guide explains what Bitcoin is, how it works, and why it's changing the future of money-all in clear, simple language that anyone can understand.Inside this book, you will learn: ✔ What is Bitcoin? Understand its purpose and how it differs from traditional money.✔ How does blockchain work? Learn the basics of this powerful technology.✔ What are Bitcoin wallets, private keys, and transactions?✔ Pros and cons of Bitcoin: Security, speed, volatility, energy use, and more.✔ The role of mining, halving, and cryptography in keeping Bitcoin safe.✔ Other cryptocurrencies and their real-world uses.Perfect for teens (14+) and adults, this book includes easy examples, illustrations, and a full glossary-making complex ideas simple.If you want to understand Bitcoin, blockchain, and cryptocurrency without feeling lost, this is your starting point.Learn. Understand. Discover Bitcoin today!
Cheetahs Return to India
Cheetahs used to roam India's grasslands and jungles, but as farms expanded and cities grew, India's cheetah population dwindled . . . to nothing. Seventy years later, hope--and cheetahs--returned to the Indian subcontinent. From a coalition of cheetahs sent from Africa, Aasha and Pavan are chosen as the first cheetahs to repopulate the land. Will they survive in their new home? Will they thrive? Will India finally see a return of their beloved cheetahs?
Sound
Sound is energy. It travels in waves and enters our ears. But where does sound come from? Students may be surprised by the answer. They may also be surprised how sound can travel through air, water, and solids!
Landforms
Mountains, valleys, hills, and plains are all part of Earth's solid surface. We call them landforms. In this book, readers will learn about many landforms and the Earth's processes that formed them.
Seasons
The seasons happen every year, but what happens in every season? This book explains how the seasons always occur in the same order and how they affect us and everything in nature.
Investigating Cells
Look into the building blocks of life with this investigation into cells. Following scientific practices, this title presents a hands-on, inquiry-based science investigation. Age-appropriate experiments build students' understanding of matter and energy.
Investigating Solar Energy
Bask in the rays of knowledge with this investigation into solar energy. Following scientific practices, this title presents a hands-on, inquiry-based science investigation. Age-appropriate experiments build students' understanding of matter and energy.
Adaptation
In this title, students will learn that all animals have different kinds of body parts and behaviors that have changed over time. They will understand that these changes are called adaptations and that adaptation helps all animals survive.
Investigating Respiration
Inhale new knowledge with this investigation into respiration. Following scientific practices, this title presents a hands-on, inquiry-based science investigation. Age-appropriate experiments build students' understanding of matter and energy.
Habitats
A habitat is an animal's home. Students will learn that habitats may come in many forms, but they all contain everything an animal needs to survive.
Weather
Look outside, and you can see the weather. It's different from place to place. It changes with the seasons. Learn about different kinds of weather and the tools scientists use to predict it.
The Adventures of Drip the Drop
The Adventures of Drip the DropJoin Drip the Drop on his exciting adventures through the never-ending journey of the water cycle. In this story he visits the beautiful Channel Islands, Jersey and Guernsey....Sometimes I am invisible. Sometimes I'm mist or fog. I've been splashed by yellow wellies and shaken by a dog.I've been part of a snowman a rainbow and a tear, floated in a bubble - and all in just one year.Drip has been frozen in a glacier for what seems like ever and all he wants to do is find out what happens to his friends in the ocean, in the clouds, rivers and reservoirs - and everywhere else that water goes. When his glacier starts to melt his dreams come true and he has the most amazing time discovering what it's like to be free - and sometimes salty!Why choose The Adventures of Drip the Drop?You'll feel you're discovering one of the most amazing things in nature - the water cycle. Written in beautiful flowing rhyme, it makes every aspect of Drip's journey accessible to young children and it's scientifically accurate, so very useful for students and teachers alike. The glossary is full of simple explanations for the more technical terms, as well as lots of ideas to make children think about something none of us can live without! Get your copy of The Adventures of Drip the Drop today, and explore the wonders of nature first hand with an adventurous friend - Drip. Why rhyme? Rhyme engages children in a way that straight prose doesn't. Studies show that children who are exposed to rhyming books are more likely to develop strong literacy skills, including phonemic awareness, vocabulary and sentence construction. When children listen to rhyme, they are learning without even realising it-everything from word patterns to sentence structure. Rhymes have been introducing children to the wonderful world of words since the first nursery rhymes were written and recited in the 1500s! Not only does Drip the Drop entertain, but it also helps your child's brain to grow. Get your copy of The Adventures of Drip the Drop today, and enjoy exploring the wonders of nature first-hand with your adventurous friend - Drip.
Growing Bones
Break down the science of the skeletal system in this hi-lo scaffolded text. This title layers decoding strategies with comprehension skills to ensure students can access the text as they build content knowledge. With Weird Science of the Human Body: The Breakdown, older readers can explore core science concepts while building foundational reading skills, acquiring vocabulary, and gaining fluency. Features dyslexia-friendly font and accessible design to help meet the learning needs of all students.
Mucus, Earwax, and Saliva
Break down the weird and gross science of mucus, earwax, and saliva in this hi-lo scaffolded text. This title layers decoding strategies with comprehension skills to ensure students can access the text as they build content knowledge. With Weird Science of the Human Body: The Breakdown, older readers can explore core science concepts while building foundational reading skills, acquiring vocabulary, and gaining fluency. Features dyslexia-friendly font and accessible design to help meet the learning needs of all students.
Gas
Break down the weird and stinky science of passing gas in this hi-lo scaffolded text. This title layers decoding strategies with comprehension skills to ensure students can access the text as they build content knowledge. With Weird Science of the Human Body: The Breakdown, older readers can explore core science concepts while building foundational reading skills, acquiring vocabulary, and gaining fluency. Features dyslexia-friendly font and accessible design to help meet the learning needs of all students.
Yawning
Break down the weirdly contagious science of yawning in this hi-lo scaffolded text. This title layers decoding strategies with comprehension skills to ensure students can access the text as they build content knowledge. With Weird Science of the Human Body: The Breakdown, older readers can explore core science concepts while building foundational reading skills, acquiring vocabulary, and gaining fluency. Features dyslexia-friendly font and accessible design to help meet the learning needs of all students.
Plows and Rippers on the Farm
Follow the rumble of engines at work! Explore the parts and uses of plows and rippers at work on the farm. Simple callouts ask students to think in new ways, supporting inquiry-based reading. Titles in the 21st Century Beginning Library introduce students to vocabulary and content they will use for a lifetime as they are prompted to Look, Think, and Connect. Let your young readers discover the joy of reading for information as they grow into lifelong, fluent readers.
Farm Quads on the Farm
Follow the rumble of engines at work! Explore the parts and uses of side-by-sides at work on the farm. Simple callouts ask students to think in new ways, supporting inquiry-based reading. Titles in the 21st Century Beginning Library introduce students to vocabulary and content they will use for a lifetime as they are prompted to Look, Think, and Connect. Let your young readers discover the joy of reading for information as they grow into lifelong, fluent readers.
Bulldozers on the Construction Site
Follow the rumble of engines at work! Explore the parts and uses of bulldozers at work on the construction site. Simple callouts ask students to think in new ways, supporting inquiry-based reading. Titles in the 21st Century Beginning Library introduce students to vocabulary and content they will use for a lifetime as they are prompted to Look, Think, and Connect. Let your young readers discover the joy of reading for information as they grow into lifelong, fluent readers.
Fungi as Medicine
Have you ever taken the antibiotic penicillin? Fungi as Medicine explores how fungi play a significant role in the production of many life-saving medications. Readers will also uncover the fundamentals of fungi and loads of fun facts. For budding mycologists and curious minds, this beautifully designed book is an essential read!
Fungi as Fuel and Other Products
Did you know that fungi can be made into fuel, surfboards, packing material, and more? Fungi as Fuel and Other Products explores some of the surprising uses of these fascinating organisms. Readers will also uncover the fundamentals of fungi and loads of fun facts. For budding mycologists and curious minds, this beautifully designed book is an essential read!
Four-Track Tractors on the Farm
Follow the rumble of engines at work! Explore the parts and uses of side-by-sides at work on the farm. Simple callouts ask students to think in new ways, supporting inquiry-based reading. Titles in the 21st Century Beginning Library introduce students to vocabulary and content they will use for a lifetime as they are prompted to Look, Think, and Connect. Let your young readers discover the joy of reading for information as they grow into lifelong, fluent readers.
Concrete Mixers on the Construction Site
Follow the rumble of engines at work! Explore the parts and uses of concrete mixers at work on the construction site. Simple callouts ask students to think in new ways, supporting inquiry-based reading. Titles in the 21st Century Beginning Library introduce students to vocabulary and content they will use for a lifetime as they are prompted to Look, Think, and Connect. Let your young readers discover the joy of reading for information as they grow into lifelong, fluent readers.
Excavators on the Construction Site
Follow the rumble of engines at work! Explore the parts and uses of excavators at work on the construction site. Simple callouts ask students to think in new ways, supporting inquiry-based reading. Titles in the 21st Century Beginning Library introduce students to vocabulary and content they will use for a lifetime as they are prompted to Look, Think, and Connect. Let your young readers discover the joy of reading for information as they grow into lifelong, fluent readers.
Introduction to the Human Body
Introduce the human body in this hi-lo scaffolded text. This title layers decoding strategies with comprehension skills to ensure students can access the text as they build content knowledge. With Weird Science of the Human Body: The Breakdown, older readers can explore core science concepts while building foundational reading skills, acquiring vocabulary, and gaining fluency. Features dyslexia-friendly font and accessible design to help meet the learning needs of all students.
Blood Circulation
Break down the science of blood circulation in this hi-lo scaffolded text. This title layers decoding strategies with comprehension skills to ensure students can access the text as they build content knowledge. With Weird Science of the Human Body: The Breakdown, older readers can explore core science concepts while building foundational reading skills, acquiring vocabulary, and gaining fluency. Features dyslexia-friendly font and accessible design to help meet the learning needs of all students.
Regeneration
Break down the science of how some parts of the body can regenerate themselves in this hi-lo scaffolded text. This title layers decoding strategies with comprehension skills to ensure students can access the text as they build content knowledge. With Weird Science of the Human Body: The Breakdown, older readers can explore core science concepts while building foundational reading skills, acquiring vocabulary, and gaining fluency. Features dyslexia-friendly font and accessible design to help meet the learning needs of all students.
Organs from Time Long Ago
Break down the evolutionary leftovers in the human body in this hi-lo scaffolded text. This title layers decoding strategies with comprehension skills to ensure students can access the text as they build content knowledge. With Weird Science of the Human Body: The Breakdown, older readers can explore core science concepts while building foundational reading skills, acquiring vocabulary, and gaining fluency. Features dyslexia-friendly font and accessible design to help meet the learning needs of all students.
The Carbon Cycle
What element is found in all known forms of life? Carbon! Scientists call carbon the chemical backbone of life on Earth. That's because without carbon, there'd be no humans, animals, plants, microbes, or any other kind of life. In The Carbon Cycle: Track the Path of Life's Essential Element, young scientists explore how the first life forms that evolved on our planet consumed carbon and now, 4 billion years later, carbon is still the building block of all known forms of life. Carbon regulates the planet's temperature, serves as the foundation of our food web, and provides the energy that fuels the global economy. Carbon is stored in rocks, sediment, the ocean, the atmosphere--and in every living thing, including people. Carbon rotates through these reservoirs in what we call the carbon cycle. The carbon cycle relies on balance, but as we continue to burn fossil fuels, more of the carbon stored in rock gets released into the atmosphere, upsetting the careful balance that keeps our climate healthy and habitable. Learn all about the carbon cycle and the human influence on that cycle through a compelling narrative, links to online resources, essential questions, text-to-world observations, hands-on STEM activities, and graphic-novel style illustrations and photographs. Additional materials include a glossary, a list of media for further learning, a selected bibliography, and index. All books are leveled for Guided Reading level and Lexile and align with Common Core State Standards and Next Generation Science Standards. All titles are available in paperback, hardcover, and ebook formats.
Wait Like a Seed
"Of the many titles available on milkweeds and monarchs, this is one of the most accessible for youngsters reading on their own....while older readers and adults will appreciate the extensive backmatter....Useful and enlightening--and certain to have youngsters observing the natural world with wonder." --Kirkus ReviewsA seed waits patiently until it is time to sprout--and as this milkweed transforms from seed to plant, so too does the butterfly it feeds. Wait Like a Seed celebrates the life cycle of a milkweed, from seed to new buds to flower.Two young children watch a milkweed grow in their backyard--from seed to new buds to flowers, the lyrical text explores the lifecycle of the milkweed.Wait like a seed, Cozy and small.Wait like a seedTil the spring rains fall.Wait Like a Seed beautifully explores the life cycle of milkweed and its vital relationship to monarch butterflies. Complete with accurate botanical drawings and comprehensive back-matter detailing the life cycles of plants and butterflies, this timeless story is perfect for both school curriculums and curious children who enjoy nature.Children will be inspired to help save the diminishing population of monarch butterflies in their own environment. This book combines the wonders of nature with poetic text and warm and welcoming art.Award-winning author Erin Alladin invites young gardeners to celebrate the world around them in this rhyming nonfiction text. Illustrator Tara Anderson portrays lifecycles with a nostalgic style, effectively capturing the wonder of the aspiring gardeners.
How It Works: Tree
This interactive book for children ages 2-5 features layered die-cut pages throughout to introduce toddlers to the life cycle of an apple tree throughout the year. Children ages 2-5 can learn all about how an apple tree grows and changes throughout the year with this interactive board book that features layered die-cut pages throughout. Simple callouts to the various parts of the tree, such as "roots," "leaves," and "trunk," invite young readers to see how the tree changes with the seasons. Packed with fun facts and accessible information, this first introduction to trees is perfect for curious toddlers. The perfect first book about trees for toddlers ages 2-5Layered die-cut pages encourage interactivityFun facts about trees!
Forests
An enchanting exploration of one of Earth's most familiar ecosystems, from the team behind the acclaimed books Caves and Volcanoes.So much to see, to smell, to hear, to taste, to feel. So much to find... in the forest.Using evocative storytelling, Nell Cross Beckerman leads readers on an exciting adventure through the magic of forests! From kelp forests on the ocean floor to the wonders of the Amazon, Beckerman guides readers through these tree-filled ecosystems using dramatic, poetic language. Nonfiction text on every page allows for a deeper understanding of the topic.Illustrator Kalen Chock's stunning illustrations have been praised as "atmospheric" and "striking." Readers will be delighted as each spread brings a surprise.Extensive backmatter includes author's and illustrator's notes, additional information on planting trees, and fun facts about forests!The first book in this series, Caves, received three starred reviews, was an NCTE Orbis Pictus Recommended Title, was on the Texas Bluebonnet Master List and the Texas Topaz Nonfiction Reading List, and was a Kirkus Best Book of the Year.An ideal choice for nature lovers, future explorers, and fans of Jason Chin and Kate Messner.
The Book of Disappearing Plants
A Love Letter to Nature--and a Wake-Up Call for the FutureStep into a world of wonder and warning with The Book of Disappearing Plants, a breathtaking journey through the vanishing green corners of our planet. This beautifully illustrated and powerfully written book invites young readers to discover the incredible stories of 30 plants that once thrived--and the urgent reasons they're fading away.This book reveals the silent disappearance of plant species due to climate change, deforestation, and urban expansion. But it's not just a story of loss--it's a call to action. With every page, kids will learn how they can become protectors of the planet and champions of conservation.A Powerful Environmental Message: Sparks curiosity and compassion for the natural world while teaching kids about real-world ecological issues.Eye-Opening and Empowering: Helps children see plants not just as background, but as vital, beautiful, and endangered life forms.Presents 30 Unique Plants: Arranged chronologically by the date they disappeared, this book describes 30 plants that have become extinct in the wild.STEM-Infused Learning: Introduces young readers to botany, ecosystems, and environmental science through engaging facts and real-world connections.Encourages Independent Learning: Includes web resources and suggested reading materials for continued education about endangered plant species and the natural world.Career Exploration: Lists 10 disciplines that focus specifically on plants, including agronomy, ecology, ethnobotany, phycology, phytopathology, phytology, mycology, forestry, horticulture, and paleobotany.Perfect for Classrooms and Eco-Conscious Families: A must-have for Earth Day, science classes, or any young nature lover's bookshelf.For over 75 years, Albatros Media has been crafting original and innovative children's books that are both playful and educational, fostering curiosity and a thirst for knowledge in young minds. We deliver the highest quality children's books from novelty, picture, pop-up, and how-to books to nonfiction and fairy tales.
The Sky
Is the sky just the blue above us--or a gateway to something far more magical?From ancient legends to modern space travel, The Sky invites young readers on a breathtaking journey through the mysteries above. With stunning illustrations and a blend of science and storytelling, this book explores everything from weather and flight to constellations, myths, and the vast universe beyond.Whether your child dreams of flying, stargazing, or exploring the unknown, The Sky is a magical and meaningful journey through the wonders above us.Thrilling Adventures in the Sky - Discover daring flights, space missions, and the resilience of birds, bats, and other flying creatures.Ignite Curiosity and Wonder - Sparks awe for the natural and human-made marvels of the sky, from clouds and rainbows to rockets and satellites.Science Meets Storytelling - Combines facts, folklore, and imagination to explore weather, astronomy, and cultural myths in a way that's both educational and inspiring.Perfect for Classrooms and Home Libraries - A beautiful resource for STEM learning, bedtime reading, or sparking big questions about the world above.A Junior Library Guild Gold Standard SelectionFor more than 75 years, Albatros Media has been crafting original and innovative children's books that are both playful and educational, fostering curiosity and a thirst for knowledge in young minds. We deliver the highest quality children's books from novelty, picture, pop-up, and how-to books to nonfiction and fairy tales.
A Rock Is Born
Follow the epic life cycle of one rock from its prehistoric creation to modern day, in this transportive nonfiction picture book perfect for fans of GRAND CANYON and the Over and Under series. Over one hundred million years ago, on the side of a volcano....a rock is born. As time passes and the world changes, the rock changes, too. Mud erodes it. Lava melts it. And water compresses it. Eventually, the rock will be reshaped. And a new rock is born. Award-winning creators Richard Ho and Lily Williams bring to life an evocative and educational picture book about the life cycle of a rock in this bold nonfiction tale perfect for any classroom or bookshelf.
You Belong Here
Join a captivating journey into the world of STEM innovation with "You Belong Here," in partnership with Baltimore's Early Charm. This groundbreaking book spotlights leading scientists reshaping our future with pioneering discoveries.Within these pages, you'll witness how diverse, creative teams unite to tackle the world's most complex challenges. They bring unique perspectives, respect one another, and together, solve the world's toughest problems.This book isn't just a celebration of innovation; it's an invitation for you to envision your role in the future of STEM. Whether you're starting your STEM journey or already immersed in it, "You Belong Here" will ignite your passion. Discover your place in teams shaping the world's future or even launching your own STEM company.Prepare to be inspired and empowered. "You Belong Here" opens a door to endless possibilities in science, technology, engineering, and mathematics.The Creative Representation Empire is proud to be a part of this partnership and to have been able to amplify BIPOC voices in STEM.
Chasing Eruptions
The gripping story of volcanologists Maurice and Katia Krafft, perfect for armchair adventurers who loved The Mona Lisa Vanishes and Becoming Muhammad Ali. Complete with stunning illustrations from award-winning illustrator, Katherine Roy, and extensive backmatter for school and at-home conversations.This beautiful biography in verse is about two French scientists who changed what we know about volcanoes. Katia, a curious girl who collected pebbles and dreamed of escaping her small town, grew up just a few miles away from Maurice, a boy who knew more about rocks and minerals than his own teachers. . . . When Katia and Maurice met as college students, they formed The Vulcan Team--named after the Roman god of fire--to observe, investigate, and document one of the most dangerous, natural phenomena on the planet: volcanoes!With dynamic art from award-winning artist Katherine Roy, Chasing Eruptions traces the legacy of Katia and Maurice Kraffts' volcanic photographs and films--and how their footage continues to inspire and educate today.
Escape from Jaws of Death
One rules the oceans as a sleek and powerful predator. The other is one of that predator's favorite foods. Who will outwit the other in this watery chase between a great white shark and a cape fur seal? 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!
