Have you ever wondered just how a glow stick works? Or what about those glow-in-the-dark stars you stick on your ceiling keep on shining? In her first book, author and teacher Anita Sitarski answers these questions and more giving listeners the inside scoop on everything that glows. Fireflies, bacteria, squid, jelly fish-what do all of these things have in common? They glow! It seems like one of mother nature's mysteries, but many curious scientists have begun to shine light on this beautiful phenomenon. Cold Light follows the journey these scientists have taken and tells us how things glow. Narrator Jessica Almasy's sparkling narration draws listeners even further into this enchanting subject. "A deeper look at a topic that has fascinated every firefly-hunting youngster."-School Library Journal ". a first purchase for school and public libraries supporting science-fair participants."-Kirkus Reviews
Ever since Barack Obama was young, Hope has lived inside him. From the beaches of Hawaii to the streets of Chicago, from the jungles of Indonesia to the plains of Kenya, he has held on to Hope. Even as a boy, Barack knew he wasn't quite like anybody else, but through his journeys he found the ability to listen to Hope and become what he was meant to be: a bridge to bring people together.
This is the moving story of an exceptional man, as told by Nikki Grimes and illustrated by Bryan Collier, both winners of the Coretta Scott King Award. Barack Obama has motivated Americans to believe with him, to believe that every one of us has the power to change ourselves and change our world.
These mighty machines move big piles of material from one place to another. Some wheel loaders have a huge claw called a grapple to grab things like logs. This book explains how a wheel loader works and what it transports.
The award-winning Science Rocks! Series provides an imaginative look at science. Science has never been this groovy, and introducing the subject to the next generation of scientists has never been this fun!
Learn about super shadows in these easy-to-read books. The effects of light and how shadows are created are explained in simple text and matching art. A science activity, fun facts section, glossary, and index aid students in learning about the super shadows around them. Special thanks to content consultant Paul Ohmann, Ph.D. Looking Glass Library is an imprint of Magic Wagon, a division of ABDO Publishing Group. Grades preK-4.
Learn about marvelous motion in these easy-to-read books. Force, gravity, and friction connected with motion are explained in simple text and matching art. A science activity, fun facts section, glossary, and index aid students in learning. Special thanks to content consultant Paul Ohmann, Ph.D. Looking Glass Library is an imprint of Magic Wagon, a division of ABDO Publishing Group. Grades preK-4.
Zac Efron is a talented actor and singer. This book introduces his childhood, family, educational background, rise to fame, and future plans. Readers will learn how Zac’s early talent for singing and dancing led him to star in Disney Channel’s Emmy award-winning High School Musical. Covered in detail are Zac’s roles in High School Musical and Hairspray. Also included are Zac’s upcoming movies, as well as his hobbies and interests. Colorful graphics, oversized photographs, and short, engaging sentences draw in reluctant readers. Buddy Books is an imprint of ABDO Publishing Company.
The Shapes series provides the first lessons on common shapes. Rhyming text and creative illustrations draw attention to where the shapes are found in the world around us. These books will open readers’ eyes to shapes and challenge them to
This informative and fun multipart title introduces young readers to the concept of measuring with gallons. It provides information on the terms and tools used when making simple measuerments. The accompanying photographs reinforce specific examples of measuring. The labeling of tools also provides a learning tool for ESL. Sandcastle is an imprint of ABDO Publishing Company.
Graphic novels aren’t just for superheroes! Abraham Lincoln has been plucked from history books and his life and accomplishments have been depicted in an informative nonfiction graphic novel. The subject's birth, childhood, education, and presidency have been skillfully told with detailed art. Further reading lists, timelines, glossaries, and indexes make these titles useful in classroom discussion.
This informative and fun multipart title introduces young readers to the concept of measuring with pounds. It provides information on the terms and tools used when making simple measuerments. The accompanying photographs reinforce specific examples of measuring. The labeling of tools also provides a learning tool for ESL. Sandcastle is an imprint of ABDO Publishing Company.
This dynamic group of kid-friendly sports standouts, singing sensations, and televistion and movie superstars will inspire young readers. Each book highlights a star's background, claim to fame, and dreams for the future. Colorful graphics, oversized photgraphs, and short, engaging sentences and paragraphs will encourage reluctant readers to dive into these fascinating lives! Buddy Books is an imprint of ABDO Publishing Company.
