This is an excellent country studies series for less able readers.
In glowing watercolors, illustrator Andra Chase depicts the rugged beauty of the Norwegian landscape and the richly colorful Sami people who live there. Inger, the reindeer, may have the whitest fur and an impressive set of antlers, but his friends just can't depend on him. Will he get another chance to prove he can be trusted?
- Each book focuses on the contribution made by the figure and his or her influence on later generations\n- "In Their Own Words" boxes feature quotes from the subject\n- "Did you Know?" boxes highlight short pieces of little-known information about the person\n- The final chapter in each book delves into the legacy of the leader's thoughts and deeds for the new generations of Black Americans
When she wins the lead role in a school play, second-grader Ellie neglects her friends in the Critter Club and their new animal shelter.
"Readers will delight in trying to solve the riddles in order to guess which Trucktown character is which!"--P. [4] of cover.
There are many types of grass in the world from tall bamboo which can make be used for furniture to wheat which makes flour to feed people. Perhaps the most familiar is the short, soft grass used on many peoples lawns. Readers will learn about these different kinds of grass and more. They will explore fun facts about this common plant and see detailed photographs of the beautiful diversity of grasses on Earth.
Joe's been caught up in a book before, but this is ridiculous! Joe's Book, a gift from his magician uncle, doesn't just tell stories, it zaps Joe and his friends Sam and Fred right into the middle of them. And when these thoroughly modern kids meet King Arthur and become Knights of the Round Table, the result can only be thoroughly amusing mayhem.
Both spirited and soothing, this sweet, snuggly, and silly bedtime book with irresistible illustrations is sure to prepare little ones for a cozy night's sleep. Full color.
A brand-new FIRST WORD SEARCH! Long and short A, B and BR sounds, CH and CR from "flamingo" and "flute" for FL to "toucan" (T), "umpire" (short U) and "vampire" (V), these phonics-based word searches are an exercise in fun!