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Emma Carlson Berne
What exactly is a valley? Your young readers will find the answers inside this book, with its lush, 4-color photos and kid-friendly text. Readers will find out that there are…
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There is a lot more to a plain than grass! From coastal plains to flood plains to inland plains, this title will tell readers everything they ever wanted to know…
Young readers will learn in this book how bays are formed, what their characteristics are, and how they are used by sailors and others.
This book introduces the special characteristics of lakes and describes rift-valley, crater, saltwater, and subglacial lakes.
Understand the journeys that Mexican-Americans took to the United States. –
This anthology traces the history of cocaine from the cultivation of the coca leaf in Peru through the rise of powdered cocaine as the wonder drug of the 19th century…
The issue of suicide has sparked intense controversy and debate throughout human history. This volume identifies the multiple, complex meanings of the act from Biblical times to the present. At…
Emma Carlson-Berne
Balers take the stage in this title published jointly with New Holland Agriculture. From the different parts balers have to how farmers use these machines, readers will learn all about…
This exciting book explains the role of skid steers on farms. Published jointly with New Holland Agriculture, the title tells all about how skid steers work and illustrates how they…
Readers will learn all about farm sprayers, including how farmers use them and how this farming technology might change and evolve in the future. This book is published in collaboration…
Offers young readers the best foundations for nonfiction reading and learning
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Introductions to natural processes and cycles that synthesize the child’s perspective with scientific concepts
Low-level text and engaging photographs introduce young readers to sequential thinking
"How fair can you be? Take on the challenge to be the most awesome you, you can be. Approachable text filled with examples from the child's world paired with engaging…
The charming and charismatic Theodore Roosevelt left a legacy that is still strong today. When Americans enjoy the country’s many national parks, eat safe meat, or successfully transact business with…
"From lonely battlefields to shadowy tunnels, some places have dark histories . . . and they may be haunted. Learn the history of famous haunted landmarks and uncover the eerie…
"From Egyptian pharaohs to bodies trapped in bogs, young readers will learn about human and animal mummies throughout history. This book explores how mummies are made and the spooky stories…
In this book, early fluent readers will learn about the history of Hanukkah, including when, where, and who first celebrated it, its meaning, the traditions associated with it, including lighting…
In this book, leveled text and vibrant, full-color photographs help readers to understand the journeys that Indian-Americans took to the United States. This title also introduces readers to their country…
Looks at what forms hills and why they are important to our world.
Includes a glossary, discussion questions, writing exercises, and more facts about otters.
"Rub your hands with soap and water. Wash your face with a wet washcloth. Take a bath after playing outside. Develop healthy washing up habits and learn how to incorporate…
"Set an alarm to sleep and wake up at the same time each day. Take a short nap when you are feeling tired during the day. Develop healthy ways to…
From simple wooden dolls to talking toy robots, toys and games have come a long way between then and now. Carefully leveled text and engaging historic images help readers explore…
How did Cesar Chavez make a difference? Cub Reporter interviews him to find out! Learn how Cesar led a protest against unfair treatment of farm workers and fought to make…
Who is Helen Keller? Why is she a famous American? Cub Reporter interviews her to find out! Learn how Helen overcame both deafness and blindness to become an author, activist…
Presenting crabs, shrimp, lobsters, barnacles, and krill! Crustaceans is an eye-catching animal-science reference book for young readers and browsers. Covering all the basic topics, including habitat, anatomy, and diet, Crustaceans…
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Shine the science spotlight on frogs, toads, newts, salamanders and caecilians! Organized by topics such as habitat, anatomy and diet, Amphibians introduces young readers and browsers to these water-dependent animals…
Nobody believes they are influenced by advertising but everybody is wrong about that. Advertising assaults us daily on tv on the internet on the streets of our cities everywhere we…
These days media can be very confusing. Is it fake news or do you just disagree with it Are you getting the facts or does the newcaster just want to…
"Many people believe ghosts exist. Ghost hunters are using technology to try to prove it. Readers will investigate the tricks and tools used by people hunting for ghosts around the…
Discover the history of the American Revolution–an introduction for kids ages 6 to 9
On April 19, 1775, the American Minutemen clashed with British troops in the Battles of Lexington…
Frederick Douglass abolitionist writer political activist reformer has been called the most important African-American of the 1800s. He was also the most photographed American of the 1800s. Douglass who escaped…
Primary source photographs combined with strong narration bring the horrific events of 9/11 to readers in historical context. People living at the time saw the planes flying into the towers…
Discusses Earth as a part of the solar system, including ancient astronomers’ research that changed the way Earth was understood, explorations outside of Earth’s atmosphere, and the possibility of sending…
