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Presidents' Day

From the Series First Step Nonfiction — American Holidays

A simple introduction to why we celebrate Presidents' Day. Color photographs reflect the short, easy-to-understand sentences that improve vocabulary and comprehension. Read More →

  • ATOS: 2.4
  • Dewey: 394.261
  • Copyright: 2003
Cover: Sammy Spider's First Trip to Israel
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Sammy Spider's First Trip to Israel

Join Sammy Spider on his stow-away adventure as he tours Israel and learns the many meanings of "shalom." Read More →

  • Dewey: [E]
  • Copyright: 2002

To Root, to Toot, to Parachute: What Is a Verb?

From the Series Words Are CATegorical ®

What is a verb? It's easier to show than explain! In this fun and animated introduction to grammar, rhyming verse is used to creatively clarify the concept of verbs. Chock-full of colorful,… Read More →

  • ATOS: 3.7
  • Dewey: 428.2
  • Copyright: 2001

Winter

From the Series First Step Nonfiction — Seasons

A basic overview of the winter season. Color photographs reflect the short, easy-to-understand sentences that improve vocabulary and comprehension. Read More →

  • ATOS: 0.7
  • Dewey: 508.2
  • Copyright: 2002

Elf Night

In this enchanting bedtime tale, a young boy is carried through the magical world of elves. Elves dance through his imagination--riding on crickets and skipping in starlight, spinning on… Read More →

  • ATOS: 1.3
  • Dewey: [E]
  • Copyright: 2002

Everybody Brings Noodles

Carrie has worked hard to organize her neighborhood's 4th of July block party. Excitement hangs in the air as she makes sure that every last detail—from the food to the talent show--is ready. Read More →

  • Lexile: 610
  • ATOS: 3.1
  • Dewey: [Fic]
  • Copyright: 2002

I Pledge Allegiance, 2nd Edition

From the Series On My Own History

In this inspiring and relevant book, discover how "The Pledge of Allegiance" has become one of the enduring symbols of America's pride. In 1888, a children's magazine announced that a new… Read More →

  • ATOS: 4.9
  • Dewey: 323.6'5'0973
  • Copyright: 2002
Cover: Ladybugs: Red, Fiery, and Bright
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Ladybugs: Red, Fiery, and Bright

Enter the magical realm of ladybugs to see how they grow into bright flying beetles with vivid red coats and shiny black spots. From Mia Posada, the author/illustrator of the acclaimed… Read More →

  • Lexile: 560
  • ATOS: 4.1
  • Dewey: 595.76'9
  • Copyright: 2002
Cover: Rescue on the Outer Banks
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Rescue on the Outer Banks

From the Series On My Own History

On October 11, 1896, 10-year-old Sam Deal and his horse, Ginger, watch as the brave surfmen of Pea Island struggle to save the lives of nine people stranded on a shipwreck. Sam has dreamt of… Read More →

  • Lexile: 540
  • ATOS: 3.5
  • Dewey: [E]
  • Copyright: 2002

Saving Money

From the Series First Step Nonfiction — Money

Presents the concept of saving money and items for which a young child might save, such as gum, a book, or even a car. Read More →

  • Dewey: 332.024'01
  • Copyright: 2002

Spending Money

From the Series First Step Nonfiction — Money

Illustrates the many ways a child can spend money. Read More →

  • Dewey: 332.024
  • Copyright: 2002
Cover: The Daring Escape of Ellen Craft
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The Daring Escape of Ellen Craft

From the Series On My Own History

On December 21, 1848, Ellen Craft and her husband, William, slipped out into the cold, dark night and took their first steps towards freedom. They were runaway slaves. Posing as a white man… Read More →

  • Lexile: 570
  • ATOS: 3.2
  • Dewey: 306.3'62'092273
  • Copyright: 2002

A Cloudy Day

From the Series First Step Nonfiction — Weather

This book summarizes the signs and effects of a cloudy day. It also provides activities for children on a cloudy day. Read More →

  • Dewey: 551.57'6
  • Copyright: 2002

A Harbor Seal Pup Grows Up

From the Series Baby Animals

What happens when a harbor seal pup is abandoned like Sidney was? She was on the verge of starvation when some helpful humans stepped in to make sure she would live to become a healthy, happy Read More →

  • ATOS: 2.0
  • Dewey: 599.79'23
  • Copyright: 2002

A Rainy Day

From the Series First Step Nonfiction — Weather

This book provides activities for a rainy day, and summarizes the signs and effects of rain. Read More →

  • Dewey: 551.57'7
  • Copyright: 2002

A Snowy Day

From the Series First Step Nonfiction — Weather

This book provides activities for a snowy day, and summarizes the signs and effects of snow. Read More →

  • Dewey: 551.57'84
  • Copyright: 2002

A Sunny Day

From the Series First Step Nonfiction — Weather

This book summarizes the signs and effects of a sunny day, as well as activities. Read More →

  • Lexile: 430
  • Dewey: 551.5'271
  • Copyright: 2002

A Tiger Cub Grows Up

From the Series Baby Animals

Tara is a tiger cub. What is it like to grow up in a wild animal park? If you look closely, you will discover how Tara grows from a tiny newborn cub to a pouncing, full-grown tiger there.… Read More →

  • ATOS: 1.8
  • Dewey: 599.756
  • Copyright: 2002

A Windy Day

From the Series First Step Nonfiction — Weather

This book summarizes the signs and effects of a windy day. Read More →

  • Dewey: 551.51'8
  • Copyright: 2002

Alexander Graham Bell

From the Series On My Own Biography

Growing up, Alexander Graham Bell was fascinated with music, speech, and sounds. He worked hard to invent things that would not only help those with impaired hearing, but also bring people… Read More →

  • Lexile: 580
  • ATOS: 3.4
  • Dewey: 621.385'092
  • Copyright: 2001

Daniel Boone

From the Series On My Own Biography

Daniel Boone loved to explore and hunt in the wilderness. As a boy, he learned the ways of the woods from Indians and hunters. Then Daniel heard of a place called Kentucky and he decided to… Read More →

  • Lexile: 620
  • ATOS: 3.9
  • Dewey: 976.9'02'092
  • Copyright: 2002

Fall

From the Series First Step Nonfiction — Seasons

A basic overview of the fall season. Color photographs reflect the short, easy-to-understand sentences that improve vocabulary and comprehension. Read More →

  • ATOS: 0.8
  • Dewey: 508.2
  • Copyright: 2002
Cover: Inclined Planes and Wedges
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Inclined Planes and Wedges

From the Series Early Bird Physics

What is an inclined plane? How do you use a wedge? Using easy-to-understand examples and fun-to-do experiments, discover how these two simple machines work and make the work that you do easier. Read More →

  • Lexile: 520
  • ATOS: 3.6
  • Dewey: 621.8'11
  • Copyright: 2002
Cover: Johnny Appleseed
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Johnny Appleseed

From the Series On My Own Biography

John Chapman loved all forms of nature, and he worked throughout his lifetime to improve it by planting apple trees. Known as the folk hero Johnny Appleseed, John helped to build America--not Read More →

  • Lexile: 600
  • ATOS: 3.3
  • Dewey: 634'.11'092
  • Copyright: 2001