Grade 4
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A Lot of Silly: A Book of Rhymes and Nonsense
Joy Cowley knows what makes children laugh. In this book full of absurd poems and very short, silly stories, a man takes his tadpoles for a walk in his hat, a cat is surprised by its… Read More →
Alternate Realities and Parallel Dimensions
From the Series Strange Science
Delve into the sci-fi tropes that have become a part of our everyday vocabulary—parallel worlds, other dimensions, the multiverse, and more. They may seem like movie subtitles or complicated… Read More →
Alternate Reality Game Designer Jane McGonigal
From the Series STEM Trailblazer Bios
Do you like the challenge and adventure of video games? As Jane McGonigal was growing up, she had fun playing early video games. As an adult, she saw games as an outlet for problem solving… Read More →
Always an Olivia: A Remarkable Family History
An elderly black grandmother passes on the story of the family’s Jewish origins to her young granddaughter, Carol Olivia. As family members flee the Spanish Inquisition, are kidnapped by… Read More →
Aly Raisman: Athlete and Activist
From the Series Gateway Biographies
US Olympian Aly Raisman is a leader on and off the mat. She is an outspoken voice against sexual assault. Learn about the most fascinating details of her life as a gold-winning gymnast. Read More →
A Maker's Guide to Axles
From the Series A Maker's Guide to Simple Machines
What is an axle, and how does it make life easier for us Earthlings? Join Maker, a supersmart alien engineer, in a deep dive into axles, from wind turbines to rolling pins. Read More →
A Maker's Guide to Levers
From the Series A Maker's Guide to Simple Machines
A smart but silly alien companion and toy-making activity make learning about levers tons of fun! Readers can discover how levers work and the types of levers we see in our everyday lives. Read More →
A Maker's Guide to Pulleys
From the Series A Maker's Guide to Simple Machines
Inquisitive makers will love learning about pulleys and how they work thanks to Maker, a wacky alien with a passion for simple machines! A hands-on back matter activity adds to the fun. Read More →
A Maker's Guide to Screws
From the Series A Maker's Guide to Simple Machines
From lightbulbs and bottle caps to water taps and peanut butter lids, screws are everywhere! Learn about screws and make your own spinning top with the help of an alien engineer. Read More →
A Maker's Guide to Wedges
From the Series A Maker's Guide to Simple Machines
Join Maker, an alien who knows all about machines, for a look at wedges. Readers will learn about different types of wedges and how they help make life on Earth easier. Read More →
A Maker's Guide to Wheels
From the Series A Maker's Guide to Simple Machines
What is a wheel and how is it used? Readers will learn the answer to these questions and more in this title all about wheels. A project where readers make a toy car adds opportunity for… Read More →
Amanda Gorman: Inspiring Hope with Poetry
From the Series Gateway Biographies
Amanda Gorman discovered her love for the written word at a young age. She pursued poetry, using metaphors and other creative language to convey new meanings and speak about social justice… Read More →
A Mangrove Forest Food Chain: A Who-Eats-What Adventure in Asia
From the Series Follow That Food Chain
Welcome to a Southeast Asian mangrove forest! As you wade through the tangle of mangrove roots, it’s hard to tell where the ocean ends and the land begins. The mangrove forest is humming with Read More →
Amaterasu: Return of the Sun [A Japanese Myth]
From the Series Graphic Myths and Legends
This graphic novel tells the story of Amaterasu, the Japanese Shinto goddess of the sun. Amaterasu’s parents create the first eight islands of Japan. Amaterasu’s father later puts his… Read More →
Amateur Wrestling: Combat on the Mat
From the Series Martial Arts Sports Zone
Did you know that wrestling started out as a deadly sport? Ancient Greeks and Romans used it for self-defense. In modern times, amateur wrestling is still powerful and challenging. But… Read More →
Amazing Africa: A to Z
A fun and resourceful book that takes children and even adults on a visual journey throughout the continent of Africa. Readers will visit the pinnacle of Mount Kilimanjaro and learn a few… Read More →
Amazing Animal Art
From the Series Wild Art Projects
Create a carnival of handmade animals using different shapes and patterns. Make dramatic black-and-white prints, a papier-mâché dog, a shark sculpture, and more. Simple step-by-step… Read More →
Amazing Art for Creative Kids
Everyone can be a great artist with easy to follow, step-by step instructions to make more than 30 spectacular models and sculptures out of practically nothing. Get ready for Halloween… Read More →
Amazing Bugs
From the Series In Focus: Bugs
From mantids to grasshoppers, scarab beetles to water bugs, meet the most amazing bugs and insects in the world in this exciting new title. Did you know that locusts can live in swarms of up… Read More →
Amazing Inventions — Library Bound Hardcover Set
From the Series Amazing Inventions
Discover true stories of invention behind coveted pop-culture objects—from sneakers to smartphones. With high-interest graphic novel art, these books profile the products' creators and… Read More →
Amazing Land Animals
From the Series Animal Bests
Meet some of the coolest land animals on Earth, and learn about their amazing abilities—from camouflage and communication to super senses and use of tools. Find out how these clever creatures Read More →
Amazing Origami Animals
From the Series Amazing Origami
Create an origami menagerie including a cute guinea pig, floppy-eared rabbit, delicate butterfly, leaping frog, and more. Projects increase in difficulty so readers can learn new visual… Read More →
Amazing Origami Dinosaurs
From the Series Amazing Origami
Bring your favorite dinosaurs to life with these exciting origami projects. Create a scary T. Rex, a mighty Diplodocus, and a spiky Stegosaurus. Step-by-step instructions guide readers… Read More →
Amazing Origami Gifts
From the Series Amazing Origami
Create handmade origami gifts for your friends and family, such as a pencil case, a gift box, or a paper flower bouquet. Step-by-step instructions and photographs guide readers through… Read More →