Kathleen Connors
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"There are many kinds of grass, but when most people think of this green plant, they think of the kind found in backyards and parks. Grass is like many other plants with its roots, leaves, and needs of soil, water, and sun. Young readers find out that acres of grass come from the tiniest of seeds. With this knowledge, they'll never look at someone mowing the lawn in the same way again. Full-color photographs closely correlate with the accessible narrative,...
3) Heat
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"There's so much more to heat than hot and cold! How it moves, keeps us warm in the winder, and helps us cook our food is all part of this key science topic. Inside a colorful layout, the main text is written with struggling readers in mind, giving clear, concise explanations in understandable language to propel these readers to classroom success. Graphic organizers reinforce important topics for visual learners and those using the books as a "crash...
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The US president is the face of the United States to the rest of the world. However, he or she doesn t have unlimited power within the country. The president has certain powers given by the Constitution, including the ability to make treaties, appoint some important government officials, and veto laws. Readers learn the many duties of the president in simple, clear language appropriate for both younger readers and older readers looking for a succinct...
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"For a young student, it might seem like most kids have the same general experience at school, but school can be different all around the world! Readers of this charming volume take a look at what school is like for children in many different countries across the globe. From classrooms and homework to uniforms and recess, readers will see how different facets of their experience differs from those of students living in different places. Eye-catching...
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Everyone knows bananas are a fruit but, unlike apples and oranges, they don't grow on trees. Banana plants look like they have a trunk, but it is really densely packed leaves holding up a huge plant and bunches of bananas. Young readers will love learning the truth about banana plants, including that they don't grow from seeds, but a piece of another banana plant. Colorful photographs take kids right to banana farms as this plant grows and produces...
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Perhaps the best-known suffragist in American history, Susan B. Anthony was a great believer in equal rights for all. She grew up in an abolitionist family and carried those teachings throughout her life, advocating for equal labor laws, education, and, of course, women's right to vote. The details of Susan B. Anthony's incredible biography will fascinate readers as they also learn about the time period in which she lived. Historical images will immerse...
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Maple trees grow all across North America and many other places in the world. There are many different kinds, but all grow in the same way. Your readers will learn that they start as a seed, sprout, become a sapling, and years later, are a full-grown tree. They will learn about what trees need to stay alive: water, soil, and sun. Beautiful photographs draw readers in with the lovely leaves and characteristics of maple trees, complimenting the age-appropriate...
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Carrots are a great snack, even though they're a plant root. These bright root vegetables grow underground for months before they become the sweet, crunchy veggie we put on salads and dip in hummus. Young readers follow along as carrot seeds are planted in soil, watered, and exposed to the sun, and as they grow into orange, yellow, purple, and white veggies. Age-appropriate detail and vocabulary guide readers just beginning to read independently....
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The pinecones found on the ground near a pine tree are an important part of the pine tree life cycle. They can hold hundreds of seeds. Like other plants, these seeds need soil, water, and sun. The seeds also need to be planted close to the surface of the soil. Beautiful photographs of full-grown pine trees, seeds sprouting, and seedlings correlate closely with the narrative, aiding beginning readers' comprehension in the fascinating life cycle of...
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Nothing says summer like an open sunflower turned toward the sun. These familiar flowers are a great example of how flowering plants grow from seeds with some soil, space, sun, and water. Readers will follow this plant's growth through text with closely correlated photographs, including images of a sunflower sprouting, gaining leaves, budding, and opening to the lovely, friendly flower we know. Age-appropriate detail and vocabulary guide readers just...
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There are so many ways to enjoy orange foods! Sliced oranges, carrot sticks, and mashed sweet potatoes are all delicious, a little sweet, and just the beginning of all the great orange foods kids encounter in this title! Each example is paired with a beautiful photo of each food to aid readers in identifying both the color orange and the food. Simple text offers complete sentences that help new readers establish reading fluency and confidence. Caregivers...
13) I Eat Right!
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Young children have the innate ability to listen to their bodies hunger and fullness cues. While it's often up to caregivers to supply a well-balanced diet, those of reading age are able to learn about making good choices for what they need. In this book, fruits, vegetables, grains, and even fun foods all have a place. Relatable examples written in low-ATOS text model to readers a good relationship with food and what different foods do for our bodies....
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Millions of people in the United States are allergic to bee stings-and serious reactions can be life-threatening. Though this sounds scary, preparation can help! Readers of this volume learn what to do if they or a friend are stung by a bee and have a normal reaction, as well as what to look for if an allergic reaction is occurring. Age-appropriate content and language explain what happens when someone has an allergy. The text is accompanied by full-color...
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The pinecones found on the ground near a pine tree are an important part of the pine tree life cycle. They can hold hundreds of seeds. Like other plants, these seeds need soil, water, and sun. The seeds also need to be planted close to the surface of the soil. Beautiful photographs of full-grown pine trees, seeds sprouting, and seedlings correlate closely with the narrative, aiding beginning readers' comprehension in the fascinating life cycle of...
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Purple foods have so much great nutrition for the human body! In addition, their fun to eat because of their vibrant color. This title shows readers all the fun foods they can eat that are purple. The close text-to-picture correlation aids readers comprehension and strengthens their ability to identify different, or perhaps new, foods. Bright photographs engage readers with each food example and encourage trying each of the foods, providing a fun...
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Visiting the doctor is a healthy habit many children are familiar with doing each year, or even more often. Both well checkups and sick visits are an important part of taking care of our bodies. In this book, low-ATOS text explains both kinds of visits in achievable text for emerging readers using relatable examples. Full-color photographs correlate directly with the text aiding in comprehension and increasing familiarity with what happens when children...
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Many people live in houses and apartments, but a home can look very different depending on, where you are in the world. Houses built on stilts, one-room huts, and sky-high apartment buildings are just a few domiciles that readers will study and compare to their own lives. Simple language introduces different cultures and ways of life. Vibrant photographs help readers develop a deep understanding of the ways geography and the environment influence...
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Pets are an important part of the family. Learning that a sibling or friend is allergic to a beloved cat or dog can be difficult. Even though these allergies can be treated, sometimes the solution to pet allergies is simply staying away from pets. In this book, readers learn about how the body reacts when it's allergic to pets in simple, age-appropriate language. Full of relatable photographs of kids interacting with pets and ways to deal with pet...
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Eggs are in so many foods, particularly packaged foods like pasta, cookies, and crackers. This can make being a kid with an egg allergy particularly hard. But, with a little knowledge and preparation, it's possible to mostly avoid the rashes, hives, or nausea that this allergy can cause. In this book, readers learn why people have an egg allergy and how to eat safely while living with it. Written in age-appropriate language, the main content offers...