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The 2010s
by Christina Leaf
The 2010s were a decade of social unrest, political division, and rapid technological change. Movements such as Black Lives Matter and #MeToo got their start while smartphones and social media took over how people communicate. This informative title examines the history, culture, and daily life of the 2010s from newsworthy events to daily fashion to favorite movies. A playlist feature allows readers to sample popular music from the decade, a chart tracks prices for everyday items, and a timeline allows for easy reference of top news stories. Check out the recent past with this fact-filled title!
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I Can Be a Poet
by Meeg Pincus
Do you dream of painting with words? Readers are welcomed into the world of poetry as they connect their growing writing skills with the work professionals out in the world do. In this series by award-winning author Meeg Pincus, young writers can learn what it takes to write like a professional. From script writer to book author, students get a sneak peek at what their future may hold and the skills they can practice today to get them there.
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I Like to Tell Stories!
by Beth Gottlieb
Storytelling is such an ancient art, there's no telling when it truly began. And many kids have a bottomless appetite for stories, often asking for just one more. Then, they make the leap to creating their own stories full of whatever they want! These stories may be written or simply told to a caregiver over lunch. It's a creative mode to be celebrated! With low-ATOS text, this book is perfect for reading aloud or newly independent readers. Relatable photographs directly correlate to the main text, aiding comprehension.
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Why We Love Football
by Aidan Whitcomb
From tailgating to hard tackles, there are many reasons fans love American football. Elementary readers explore NFL games from a fan's perspective in this nonfiction sports book for reluctant readers.
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I Can Be a Football Player
by Luke Martin
What could be more exciting than having a job at which thousands of people cheer for you when you do well? Becoming a football player is hard work--but it's a path kids can start working toward at a young age! In this book, young readers investigate what a football player does and how they can try to become one someday. Full-color photographs pair directly with the low-ATOS text to aid comprehension. Simple sentences are achievable for new readers. A colorful picture glossary reinforces understanding of key vocabulary.
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How Comics and Manga Are Made
by Noah Leatherland
How do artists take comics and manga from concept to creation? Follow along to learn the creative art of crafting a perfect visual story, featuring a variety of unique careers in the arts as well as a peek behind the curtain to the inner-workings of entertainment. With engaging hi-lo content to draw in 5th through 6th grade readers and a 2nd to 3rd grade reading level, reading is fun and accessible. It's a roaring good time!
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Candy
by Spanier Kristine Mlis
In Candy, early fluent readers will learn how, when, and where some of their favorite candy and brands, such as Hershey's, jelly beans, and nerds were invented. Current and historical photographs complement the carefully leveled text to make reading easy and fun and compare candy then and now. Includes an infographic, timeline, sidebars, table of contents, glossary, and index to aid comprehension. Children can learn more about the history of candy using our safe search engine that provides relevant, age-appropriate websites. Candy is part of Jump!'s The History of Foods series.
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Breakfast Foods
by Spanier Kristine Mlis
In Breakfast Foods, early fluent readers will learn how, when, and where some of their favorite breakfast foods and brands, such as cereals, Pop-Tarts, and frozen waffles were invented. Current and historical photographs complement the carefully leveled text to make reading easy and fun and compare breakfast foods then and now. Includes an infographic of the Top 10 cereals, a timeline, sidebars, table of contents, glossary, and index to aid comprehension. Children can learn more about the history of breakfast foods using our safe search engine that provides relevant, age-appropriate websites. Breakfast Foods is part of Jump!'s The History of Foods series.
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Rescued by a Cat
by Joyce Markovics
Four true stories of cats protecting their owners.
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Baby Llamas
by Kim Thompson
Introduce beginning readers to the world of baby llamas with this life science starter. Includes photos, a labeled animal diagram, Make a Noise section, glossary, and further resources.
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Kids on Farms
by Warren Singer
When people think of farmers they often think of adults, but kids can be farmers too! Many kids work on farms run by their families and learn how farm life works. While some machines may be too big, many jobs are perfect for kids! Kids can help take care of animals like cows and chickens. Kids can also help pick, water, and grow plants. Older kids can run smaller machines. In this exploration of farm life, readers learn the hard, rewarding work that kids can do on the farm.
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What Are Sensory Organs?
by Ib Larsen
Explores the human sensory organs. This book begins with a narrative of the sensory organs in action before explaining how each sensory organ works, what can happen when it does not work properly, and how to keep it strong. Vivid images and a helpful diagram will aid in comprehension. Additional features include a table of contents, sidebars, critical thinking questions, Fast Facts, an activity for further learning, a phonetic glossary, an index, an introduction to the author, and sources for further research.
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The Greatest Ideas in Technology
by Sonya Newland
Almost every person has a piece of technology on themselves at all times today, but where did the ideas behind the technological advances we're so attached to come from? In this volume, readers discover the many inventors and inventions that played a part in creating the technological revolution we are living through. Guided by exciting images and age-appropriate text, readers take a journey through the most influential inventions of the past 100 years, exploring technology that has changed how we live, work, travel, and communicate.
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Baby Seal or Baby Sea Otter?
by Kirsten Chang
Splash into the water alongside seal pups and sea otter pups! This title introduces two water-loving babies and encourages young readers to get curious about their similarities and differences. Leveled text compares the pups' body parts and behaviors as they grow. Clear, labeled photos and a concluding summary spread reinforce the text. Readers get a chance to vote on which pup is cuter!
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Porcupines
by Janie Scheffer
Did you know that porcupines have around 30,000 quills? Readers will learn about quills and more in this introduction to porcupines. Leveled text and vibrant pictures explore the animal's body parts, diet, and more. Special features highlight the porcupine's range, show off life stages, and map a food web of this prickly mammal. Readers will enjoy learning about these interesting animals with this engaging title!
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Baby Chipmunk or Baby Skunk?
by Kirsten Chang
Developed by literacy experts for students in kindergarten through grade three, this book introduces baby chipmunks and baby skunks to young readers through leveled text and related photos.
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Sand Cats
by Kristen Rajczak Nelson
Sand cats might look like just like domesticated cats, but they're wild! These fuzzy cats spend their lives in the desert, using their wide paws to walk across the sand and hunting at night when the weather is cooler. Sand cats aren't the biggest cats around, but they are still deadly hunters. With a quick jump and sharp claws, this fluffy hunter is sure to delight readers. Through full-color photographs of the wild cat, this book helps readers see how sand cats live in the wild.
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Elephants
by Theresa Emminizer
Elephants have powerful memories, insightful problem-solving skills, and remarkable cooperative abilities. In this fun and educational book, readers will discover what makes elephants so special! Accessible, age-appropriate language is used to impart the scientific information in an easy-to-understand way. The vibrant photographs closely correlate to the text to aid reading comprehension. Interweaving science, reading development, and high-interest content, this book will certainly appeal to developing readers.
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Falcon
by Pamela Dell
Swoop into the falcon's world with this nature title for middle-grade wildlife lovers. Informational text pairs with a narrative about a single falcon family to spotlight the bird of prey's life cycle, supported by infographics and a timeline of developmental milestones.
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Parrots
by Alissa Thielges
Parrots--brightly colored birds that can actually talk. Developing readers learn about these exotic rainforest birds in this low-level search-and-find beginning reader. A large bird flies overhead, its brightly colored feathers a stark contrast to the rainforest vegetation. It gives a loud squawk as it lands, using its talons to hook onto the side of a tree. Early readers will discover key characteristics of parrots. A search-and-find feature reinforces new vocabulary like beak and flock, while close-up images of parrots in their natural rainforest habitat captivate young audiences. A great early STEM book to inspire learning about life science for kindergartners and first graders.
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Birds: Back from the Brink
by Joanne Mattern
From bald eagles to Eastern bluebirds, this book shares six survival stories of birds that came back from the brink of extinction. Elementary readers will learn the threats these animals faced and how they made a comeback in this nonfiction book.
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Rat Snakes
by Joanne Mattern
Rat snakes are constrictors. These snakes wrap their bodies around prey until the prey stops breathing. Leveled text explores the lives of these snakes, including their habitat, hunting habits, predators, and more. Special features highlight the diet, range, and status of these reptiles. Vibrant images give a detailed look at what makes these snakes unique!
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Coral Snake
by Murray Oak Tapeta
Coral snakes might not be the biggest in the snake family, but they have one of the deadliest venoms on Earth. This book explores a coral snake's diet, hunting techniques, and special senses through clear and high-interest language. Thrilling photographs of coral snakes are paired with achievable text to bring readers up close to these venomous hunters. Readers will love discovering fun facts about this small-but-mighty snake!
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Snakes
by Angela Lim
This field guide has 100 entries highlighting a variety of North American snakes. Readers will gain a greater understanding about these living creatures and will be able to identify them in the wild. Features include a helpful introduction to the topic, a glossary, and additional resources. Aligned to Common Core Standards and correlated to state standards. Field Guides is an imprint of Abdo Reference, a division of ABDO.
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Deadly Snakes
by John Lesley
There is no mistaking how deadly snakes can be. Some snakes use a strong, muscular body to stop their prey from breathing. Other snakes have a bite deadly enough to kill an elephant! With sharp fangs and a quick strike, snakes are some of the deadliest hunters around. Snakes are found across the globe, each with their own special way of taking down their prey. Discover not only the deadliest snakes around but also find out why snakes are so important to their ecosystems.
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Geckos
by Jagger Youssef
From the web-footed gecko living in Africa's Namib Desert to the tank of reptile enthusiasts, there are a lot of things to learn about geckos! Most wild geckos are found in warm climates around the world. Many people keep geckos, such as leopard geckos, as pets and believe they're perfect beginner reptiles. Other people view geckos as pests that invade their homes. Through this book, readers will find out these facts and more. With full-color photographs featuring each different kind of gecko, this book invites readers to see the many colorful kinds of geckos.
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Giant Tortoise
by Janie Scheffer
Slow and steady, giant tortoises are some of the longest-lived animals on land. As their name shows, they are the largest tortoises on Earth. They must be to carry their thick, protective shells! What else do you know about these awesome animals? Learn all about giant tortoises.
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Reptile or Amphibian?
by Ezra E. Knopp
It can be easy to confuse reptiles and amphibians. Their bodies often look the same. Most have four feet and crawl close to the ground. Both can be found basking in the sun on a nice day. But how are these creatures different from each other? Readers will gain a solid understanding of the similarities and differences between these two types of animals with a variety of diagrams, photographs, and manageable text. This books was designed to encourage readers to think critically about science and the natural world.
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Escape from Jaws of Death
by Julie K. Lundgren
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!
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Crawling Centipedes
by Theresa Emminizer
Have you ever lifted a rock to see a long, flat-bodied bug come scurrying out? Centipedes like to spend their time in damp, dark places. When spotted, they scuttle away on as many as 177 pairs of legs! In this entertaining and educational book, readers will learn all about the creepy, crawly centipede! They'll discover how centipedes evolved to move as they do and what centipede varieties there are in the world, ranging from tiny house centipedes to giant centipedes.
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Sea Animals: Back from the Brink
by Joanne Mattern
From swordfish to sea lions, this book shares six survival stories of sea animals that came back from the brink of extinction. Elementary readers will learn the threats these animals faced and how they made a comeback in this nonfiction book.
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Hissing Cockroaches
by Marysa Storm
With two antennas and six spiny legs, hissing cockroaches aren't your typical pet. Striving readers get a hi-lo nonfiction look into the special care and dedication it takes to own this unusual insect pet.
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It Has a Shell!
by Kathleen Connors
From the beach to the backyard, animals with shells are everywhere! Turtles and tortoises have shells. They are a home on the animal's back! Hermit crabs also have a shell home kids may find while visiting the beach. In this book, the youngest readers explore the many animals that have shells while expanding their vocabulary. Full-color photographs directly correlate to simple sentences, aid understanding and fluency in reading. A question at the end of the book engages readers with what they have read.
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Whose Backside?
by Rebecca Phillips-Bartlett
Some animals drag behind paddle-shaped tails while others are covered with stripes on their behinds. These unique traits help them survive in the wild. Can you guess which view of the rear belongs to which animal? Learn more about animals and their bizarre backsides!
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Regeneration
by Monika Davies
From fixing broken limbs to fixing broken hearts, only a handful of animals share the rare superpower of regeneration. This hi-lo book introduces animals that have adapted to regrow or repair body parts! Leveled text gives reluctant readers confidence while vivid photos support the text and show animals in the wild. Profiles share each animal's life span and conservation status. Other special features share fun facts. A detailed diagram shows the superpower in action!
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Velociraptor vs. Protoceratops: Prehistoric Showdown
by Tom Jackson
The velociraptor was a fast, deadly hunter armed with long, hooked claws. The protoceratops was built to fight back, with an armored head, thick skin, and a strong bite. These dinosaurs were sworn enemies. Which one of them will win in a battle to the death?
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The Right to Due Process
by Mary Griffin
No American citizen will be deprived of life, liberty, or property, without due process of law, according to the Fifth Amendment, part of the Bill of Rights of the U.S. Constitution. Due process simply means fair treatment under the law. The same legal process must be followed for all people, such as a fair trial. This valuable volume explains why this idea was so important to the Founding Fathers and how it's been interpreted by the courts over the years. Information is presented through clear, accessible text supported by relevant photographs and images.
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Fast and Slow
by Amy McDonald
Fast and slow are speeds. Wind can gust at fast speeds, but a breeze blows gently and slowly. In this book, beginning readers explore the opposites of fast and slow through leveled text and vibrant photos. A list of sight words highlights familiar words found throughout the main text, while a picture glossary helps readers understand unfamiliar words. A fact page summarizes information about the opposites in one place.
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How a Movie Theater Works
by Jennifer Boothroyd
I love going to see new movies on the big screen. But how does the movie theater work? Go behind the scenes to learn how theaters get ready and how each show starts in the right room. Fun and lively photos paired closely with carefully leveled text allow readers to learn all about community helpers and everyday spaces from a new perspective.
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The Pollution Problem
by Anna McDougal
Pollution is one of the leading causes of habitat destruction. Air pollution, water pollution, and land pollution make many habitats unsafe and inhospitable for their native plants and animals. This book explores the pollution problem in an age-appropriate way, with fascinating facts and opportunities for critical thinking. Faced with photographs of pollution, readers will come to understand the far-reaching threat of this issue. Readers will also learn how to take steps to clean up their community--and Earth!
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When a Parent Moves Out
by E. C. Andrews
A parent moving out can be an incredibly confusing and emotionally taxing experience for a child, especially when they might not fully understand why. In this volume, readers are gently introduced to what happens when parents separate. This beautifully constructed volume, featuring full-color photographs and illustrations, helps young readers process their feelings about a change that is often painful. It emphasizes that while transitions can be challenging, young people can find support to cope with them. Filled with helpful coping strategies and a glossary to explain complex concepts, this volume enhances social and emotional learning lessons.
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It's My Body
by Nancy Dickmann
Mental health is just as important as physical health. We all have our ups and downs, but some people struggle more than others. This book gives useful tips on how to manage emotions and relationships, ways to beat stress, and knowing when you need to ask for help.
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Haunted Asylums & Hospitals
by Richard Sebra
Hi-Lo YA nonfiction. Asylums and hospitals are some of the many places across the United States that people believe are haunted. This book examines the history of supposedly haunted asylums and hospitals, the paranormal experiences people claim to have there, and the haunted tours offered at different sites.
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The Bicycle Girl: Jyoti Kumari's Amazing Journey Across India: (A True Story of Bravery, Determination, and Family Love Set in India During the Pandem
by Garen Thomas
An] inspiring variation on the archetypal hero's journey in which personal courage, family loyalty, and the broader cultural context all play equally strong roles. --School Library JournalBeautifully illustrated with scenes of contemporary Indian life, this inspiring (and true) story follows a young girl's remarkable bicycle journey across India to bring her father safely home as pandemic restrictions take hold. It's early in the pandemic in India. The trains have been shut down to prevent contagion. For Jyoti, as for millions of migrant workers, getting home with her injured father will require enormous ingenuity and gumption. Follow the real-life story of a girl who--desperate for her father to survive--rode almost a thousand miles across India with him on the back of a hot-pink twenty-dollar bicycle. Her amazing story, relayed for a young audience by author Garen Thomas and reporter Suhasini Raj, is a portrait of an unassuming girl who made an extraordinary decision and became celebrated across India, breaking entrenched stereotypes of caste and gender. This story of love, determination, problem-solving, and a pink bicycle will speak to young people everywhere.
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Jim Henson
by Elizabeth Neuenfeldt
Jim Henson was a puppeteer and the creator of the beloved Muppets. His imagination continues to inspire people today! Narrative text and bright illustrations walk beginning readers through Jim Henson's childhood and his work as a puppeteer. Additional facts add interesting details, and a timeline summarizes the main text. Readers will find inspiration to follow their dreams in this story about Jim Henson's life!
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Dwayne Johnson
by Kathleen Connors
From the professional wrestling ring to the big screen, Dwayne The Rock Johnson has conquered it all! His successful transition from the squared circle to the wider world of entertainment is a path many have tried to repeat-and failed. He is truly an icon! In this book, readers find out about Dwayne's family connection to wrestling and when he started branching out into acting. The main text highlights his major career accomplishments as well as struggles he faced in his path to stardom.
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