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The Lawless Wild West
by Rosie Banks
If you've ever seen a movie or show about the American Wild West, you might think gunfights, outlaws, and cowboys were rampant. There's a bit of truth and fiction to these depictions of the Wild West, but many parts were certainly more lawless-and bloody-than other parts of the United States. In this intriguing volume, readers will be motivated to find out more about this fascinating part of U.S. history. Interesting sidebars, a timeline, and a map will them grasp how the Wild West arose, how it finally died out, and the consequences of the events that occurred there.
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The 2000s
by Betsy Rathburn
The 2000s are marked by the new millennium, technology, and a worldwide recession. It was a decade of transition, from the prosperity and overall peace of the 1990s to the growing political and social unrest of the 2010s. This fact-filled title explores many parts of life in the 2000s, from major events to daily life and entertainment. Spotlight spreads take a deep dive into notable events like 9/11 and the Iraq War. Sidebars showcase top movies of the decade, popular songs, and profiles of important figures. A timeline provides a summary of the decade by highlighting some of the most notable and important events.
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Giant's Causeway
by Katie Chanez
In this book, early fluent readers will learn about the Giant's Causeway in Northern Ireland. Details include the legend of the giant Finn McCool, how the causeway formed, and what visitors are able to see and do at the site. Real-life photographs and carefully leveled text will engage young readers as they learn more about this natural wonder. A STEM Take a Look! infographic shows and explains how the Giant's Causeway formed, sidebars provide supplementary information, a map shows where the Giant's Causeway is located, and a Quick Facts section gives a recap of the book. Children can learn more about the Giant's Causeway using our safe search engine that provides relevant, age-appropriate websites. Giant's Causeway also features reading tips for teachers and parents, a table of contents, a glossary, and an index. Giant's Causeway is part of Jump!'s Natural Wonders series.
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20 Things You Didn't Know about Auto Racing
by Theia Lake
Hold on tight! This fast-paced, fact-filled book transports readers into the fascinating world of auto-racing. Spotlighting 20 key topics, each interesting and informative chapter takes a closer look at a different aspect of racing. Readers will find out about the history of racing, meet famous drivers, and take a closer look at the fastest cars, the toughest tracks, and the biggest races in the world today. They'll also discover why engines are measured in horsepower, what different racing flags mean, and much more! The appealing style of the book is enhanced by vibrant photographs and engaging features..
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Kansas City Chiefs
by Marv Alinas
Simple text introduces young readers to the very basics on the Kansas City Chiefs, including the team's history, coaches, players, stadium, and mascot. Additional features to aid comprehension include a table of contents, fast facts, a phonetic glossary, sources for further research, an introduction to the author, and an index.
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How Anime and Cartoons Are Made
by Noah Leatherland
How do artists take anime and cartoons 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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I Like to Build!
by Beth Gottlieb
From magnetic titles to traditional blocks, some young children are simply drawn to building materials. They eventually move on to building models, birdhouses, or whatever they can dream up! This book celebrates the creative impulse of building, giving many examples to inspire young readers-and future engineers-who love to make something bigger, higher, and better. With low-ATOS text, it's perfect for reading aloud or newly independent readers. Relatable photographs directly correlate to the main text, aiding comprehension.
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I Can Be a Baker
by Luke Martin
There's something magical about mixing ingredients and making a delicious item, and young children especially enjoy the process as much as the result. They might wonder: How do bakers know what to do? And what do they do all day besides making dough? In this book, pre-K readers investigate a career as a baker, discovering the ways they can begin the journey to this job. 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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Frozen Treats
by Spanier Kristine Mlis
In Frozen Treats, early fluent readers will learn how, when, and where some of their favorite frozen treats, such as ice cream cones and popsicles, were invented. Current and historical photographs complement the carefully leveled text to make reading easy and fun and compare frozen treats then and now. Includes an infographic of the Top 10 ice cream flavors, timeline, sidebars, table of contents, glossary, and index to aid comprehension. Children can learn more about the history of frozen treats using our safe search engine that provides relevant, age-appropriate websites. Frozen Treats is part of Jump!'s The History of Foods series--
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Rescued by a Horse
by Joyce Markovics
Four true stories of horses protecting their owners.
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Happy Horses
by Ryan James
Humans have been riding horses for thousands of years! These friendly farm animals are familiar faces on many farms, as working animals and companions. In this book, readers will come face-to-face with these hardworking farm animals, learning about their diet, behavior, and special features. Bright photographs introduce readers to the happy side of horses. Readers will love learning fascinating facts about horses, which are presented through fun and accessible text.
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Hot Rods
by Alissa Thielges
Hot rods are fast, old-fashioned cars that are customized for car shows and drag racing. This search-and-find book reinforces new vocabulary words with simple facts and compelling photographs to teach kindergarten readers about motorsports.
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Enduro Motorcycles
by Barbara Lowell
Combining endurance with off-road capabilities, enduro motorcycles are built for extreme adventure. Bikers race over rough terrain for 75 miles or more to pass several checkpoints at precise times. Rev up struggling and reluctant readers with an exciting look at how these sturdy bikes wind through forests and jump natural obstacles with ease. Kids gain insight on top speeds, unique vehicle parts, and how the bike's performance makes for an epic ride. Includes an overview of enduro competitions. Engaging text, dynamic photos, and colorful infographics bring gearheads up close to this motorcycle for an exciting hi-lo, nonfiction read. A table of contents, glossary with pronunciations, further resources, and an index all enhance comprehension.
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How Do You Build a Bridge?
by Bryan Langdo
Bridges help us safely cross rivers, valleys, and roads. They connect cities and communities all over the world! But how are bridges built? In this title, engaging text and crisp photos take readers through the design process, needed materials, and construction steps to build a bridge. Special features reinforce the text and highlight a record-breaking bridge! The book concludes by detailing ways finished bridges serve our communities.
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The Greatest Ideas in Medicine
by Sonya Newland
Modern medical facilities often have exactly what you need when you feel ill or hurt yourself--but that was not always the case. Modern medicine took centuries of trial and error to figure out cures for ailments, and readers learn about many of the biggest inventions in medicine throughout this volume. They explore the extraordinary ideas that have changed people's lives, from the first vaccines and the development of IVF to groundbreaking cancer therapies and intelligent artificial limbs. Full-color photographs and diagrams work together with clear, concise text to tell the story of the greatest ideas in the world of medicine.
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Bonobos
by Theresa Emminizer
Bonobos are some of our closest animal relatives! They share 98.7% of their DNA with humans. Bonobos are peaceful creatures, living in communities led by females. They're also highly intelligent! They work together toward common goals, use tools to get food, and teach skills to their young. In this exciting and educational book, readers will discover what makes bonobos so smart! Using age-appropriate language that closely correlates to the eye-catching images, the book supports reading comprehension and knowledge-building.
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Ocelots
by Mari Bolte
With its spotted fur and dark markings, the ocelot is a master of camouflage. This zoology title for children, filled with beautiful photos and factual life science text, examines the wild cat's anatomy, hunting and feeding habits, life cycle, and kitten care. Its forest habitats in Central and South America are described, too. A story from the Aztec people discusses the fearsome ocelot warriors. Part of Creative Education's popular Amazing Animals series, this book supports elementary-aged readers with captions, on-page definitions, additional resources, and an index.
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Vampire Bat vs. Elf Owl
by Nathan Sommer
Vampire bats are the world's smallest bats! They live off the blood of prey. Elf owls might be tiny, but they can snatch prey out of midair with their talons. In this book, these animals battle it out for the title of winner! This hi-lo title brings action to reluctant readers through leveled text and vibrant, action-packed images that highlight both of the tiny fighters. Special features show off each animal's skills, habitat, size, weapons, and more! The ending is sure to have young readers in suspense!
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Beavers: Aquamammals to the Rescue
by Stephanie Feldstein
This title from our Nature's (Secret) Superheroes series delves into the powerful effect beavers have on their environment. Learn how these underappreciated and once almost extinct environmental superheroes work to keep their ecosystems going strong.
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Baby Hedgehog or Baby Porcupine?
by Kirsten Chang
Do you think hoglets or porcupettes are cuter? Learn more about these spiky babies and cast your vote! In this title, young readers will dive into simple sentences about the body parts and behaviors of baby hedgehogs and baby porcupines. Colorful photos with clear labels support the leveled text. The book concludes with a compare-and-contrast summary.
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King Vulture
by Julie Murray
The King Vulture earned its royal name for its impressive size and beautiful coloring. Readers will learn this fact and more, including where King Vultures are found, what they look like, what they eat, and their young. Aligned to Common Core Standards and correlated to state standards. Abdo Kids Jumbo is an imprint of Abdo Kids, a division of ABDO.
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Iguana
by Lisa M. Bolt Simons
Strut into the iguana's world with this nature title for middle-grade wildlife lovers. Informational text pairs with a narrative about a single lizard family to spotlight the wild animal's life cycle, supported by infographics and a timeline of developmental milestones.
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Escape from a Death Roll
by Julie K. Lundgren
Crocodiles roamed the Earth with dinosaurs. They have had 65 million years to hone their hunting skills. They are one of the deadliest predators on Earth. Will the prey escape an attack from a crocodile? 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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Reptile Groups
by Sue Bradford Edwards
Many reptiles, including garter snakes, crocodiles, and turtles, find strength in numbers. Some reptiles form parent-offspring groups to protect their young from predators. Others come together to mate or stay warm during cold weather. Reptile Groups explores how and why different reptile species form groups. 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.
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Amphibians: Back from the Brink
by Joanne Mattern
From hellbender salamanders to Wyoming toads, this book shares six survival stories of amphibians that came back from the brink of extinction. Elementary readers learn the threats these animals faced and how they made a comeback in this nonfiction book.
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Dangerous Sharks
by John Lesley
Sharks are some of the deadliest predators in the ocean, and just saying the word shark can send a shiver down your spine! These expert hunters are known for their keen senses and their ability to track down food for miles. With rows of sharp teeth and enough speed to catch unsuspecting marine life, there are few predators as dangerous as a shark! With key details about what makes sharks so deadly and where to find them, the main text helps readers discover the dangerous--and deadly--life of a shark.
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Curious about Blacktip Reef Sharks
by Emma Alice Johnson
Do blacktip reef sharks hunt in packs? Learn about this intriguing ocean animal in a question-and-answer book for elementary-aged readers. Includes infographics, table of contents, glossary, books and websites for further research, and index.
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Insects: Back from the Brink
by Joanne Mattern
From burying beetles to Karner blue butterflies, this book shares six survival stories of insects that came back from the brink of extinction. Elementary readers will learn the threats these bugs faced and how they made a comeback in this nonfiction book.
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Invertebrates Underground
by Rebecca Phillips-Bartlett
From cicadas to cockroaches, there are many small invertebrates that dig in the dirt. Make your way underground with guide Molly Mole to find some of these minibeasts. Fun illustrations and vibrant pictures makes learning about creepy critters fun, while a fact file feature for each invertebrate provides quick information at a glance for report-writers. It's a big world for minibeasts underground!
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Animals of Europe
by Natalie Humphrey
Europe is home to many animals readers may be very familiar with! Some animals, such as red foxes or badgers, can even be found making their home in cities. In the wild, gray wolves and Eurasian lynx can be found hunting for their next meal. On this adventure through Europe, readers will discover the many animals found on land, in the sky, and in the sea. With maps and graphic organizers to aid in comprehension, readers will jump right into their discovery of European animals.
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How Lions and Other Mammals Attack
by Tim Harris
What has a large mane, sharp pointed teeth, and a huge appetite? A hungry lion about to pounce on its prey! In this volume, readers learn about the fascinating ways lions and other mammals attack their prey, as well as ways their prey try to protect themselves from being eaten. Readers learn about the similarities and differences within a variety of mammals' hunting methods, as well as how the relationship between predator and prey keeps the ecosystem balanced. As exciting photographs complement intriguing fact boxes, readers journey into the world of mammal predators and their next meal.
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Climb
by Jenna Lee Gleisner
A koala uses claws to climb a tree. A goat climbs tall rocks. This book introduces emergent readers to different animals that climb while providing them with a supportive first nonfiction reading experience. Carefully crafted text uses high-frequency words, repetitive sentence patterns, and strong visual references and photo labels to support emergent readers. Climb includes Tools for Teachers and Caregivers and a Let's Review! question and image, as well as introductory nonfiction features such as labels, a table of contents, words to know, and index. Climb is part of Jump!'s Animals on the Move series.
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It Has Hooves!
by Kathleen Connors
Mammals with hooves are called ungulates-and this book is full of them! From horses and pigs to zebras, this book introduces readers to both the word hooves and points out the animals that have them. Full-color photographs directly correlate with each simple sentence, making the book achievable and interesting for readers just starting to read on their own. Word repetition aids their word recognition, and a question at the end of the book engages readers with what they have read.
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Spinosaurus vs. Suchomimus: Prehistoric Showdown
by Tom Jackson
Look out! The spinosaurus was the largest hunting dinosaur ever. It lived by rivers near the suchomimus, another bloodthirsty killer with more than one hundred teeth. When these dinosaurs meet, they are never friendly! Which one of them will win this showdown?
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Incredible Ice
by Scott Wilken
Incredible Ice helps kids learn about rare ice and snow formations. Frost flowers, hair ice, snow rollers, and more are explored. What do they look like? Where and how do they form? Easy-to-read text and fascinating photographs help young readers explore this interesting topic. Ends with an activity to make a frosty friend! Aligned to Common Core Standards and correlated to state standards. Big Buddy Books is an imprint of Abdo Publishing, a division of ABDO.
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Earthquakes
by Rex Ruby
What happens when the earth shifts deep underground? It's an earthquake! Learn all about what causes this disaster, when it might strike, and how to stay safe from harm. Carefully leveled text paired with engaging photos guides the reader from beginning to end of this disaster warning.
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Finding Vampires
by Bert Wilberforce
It's time to hunt for vampires! Readers of this exciting book will be armed with maps and folklore to find vampires of myth and legend. They'll practice map reading skills while learning about geographic locations in the continent of Europe. Curricular social studies concepts, including knowledge of different cultures, are presented in a high-interest format and inviting design. Fact boxes, real-life photographs, historical images, and colorful maps support the main content, making this volume an invaluable addition to any social studies collection.
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Insect or Arachnid?
by Ezra E. Knopp
Maybe you just call them all bugs, but there are key differences between the bugs we call insects, and the bugs we call arachnids. Which one has six legs, and which one has eight? Which one can have wings and antenna? Readers will enjoy discovering the answers to these and other fascinating questions inside this colorful, dynamic volume. The manageable text and vibrant photographs were designed to encourage readers to think critically about the natural world and to inspire a new generation of entomologists.
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Freedom of the Press
by Mary Griffin
Freedom of the press, those people and organizations who report the news, is guaranteed in the First Amendment. It's a cornerstone of democracy. Without a free press fact-checking, analyzing, and discussing the government, for example, citizens would be less likely to know the actions of their government representatives. Freedom of the press isn't a reality in all nations. People suffer without this right. This beneficial book explores freedom of the press as part of the Bill of Rights, including how it has been tested and interpreted by the law over time. Readers will appreciate the accessible explanations as well as the fact boxes and photographs that correlate with the text.
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When Someone Dies
by E. C. Andrews
The death of a loved one can bring about a myriad of complex emotions, and it can be hard for children to process those emotions. The changes that come with losing a loved one are explored in this compassionate volume, as readers learn how to develop coping techniques and talk about their feelings. Featuring full-color photographs and heartfelt illustrations, the text provides a guide to grief that emphasizes the importance of support from family and friends. With a glossary to clarify tricky terms and an index for easy reference, this title provides essential social and emotional learning content.
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Stress and Emotional Health
by Ashley Kuehl
The pressures of the world can have a real impact on our overall wellness. Explore more about stress and emotional health with content tied to the curriculum of upper-elementary and middle school students and easy-to-understand text written at a 3rd grade reading level. Dyslexia-friendly font and design make learning accessible, while a recap at the end promotes checking for understanding to aid in comprehension. It's key health curriculum made approachable for all.
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Creepy Culture: Scary Museums and Theaters
by Natalie Lunis
People visit museums and theaters to see awe-inspiring art and stunning live performances. But what happens when these lively places of entertainment are haunted by those no longer alive? Travel the world, visiting real theaters and museums with creepy legends and unbelievable paranormal events. Are the stories of strange figures and unexplained disturbances make-believe or signs of something more sinister? Decide for yourself . . . if you dare. Then, explore a map of creepy culture around the world.
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Haunted Ships & Lighthouses
by Heather C. Hudak
Hi-Lo YA nonfiction. Ships and lighthouses are some of the many places across the United States that people believe are haunted. This book examines the history of supposedly haunted ships and lighthouses, the paranormal experiences people claim to have there, and the haunted tours offered at different sites.
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I Can Be a Journalist
by Meeg Pincus
Are you curious about the world and ready to dig up the truth? Readers are welcomed into the world of journalism 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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