Mari C Schuh Knihy

Exploring the processes behind various objects and natural cycles, this book provides insights into science concepts through a clear, step-by-step approach. It is designed for both struggling and on-level readers, making complex ideas accessible while fostering sequential thinking skills.

"Relevant images match informative text in this introduction to beagles. Intended for students in kindergarten through third grade"--

Exploring the remarkable intelligence of octopuses, this book presents compelling examples that highlight their problem-solving abilities and complex behaviors. It delves into their unique cognitive skills, showcasing why these fascinating creatures are regarded as some of the smartest in the animal kingdom. Through engaging anecdotes and scientific insights, readers gain a deeper appreciation for the octopus's extraordinary mind.

Exploring the mechanics of simple machines, a group of kids engages in a hands-on experiment to determine whether an inclined plane or a pulley is more effective for lifting a bag full of toys. Through their comparisons and observations, they learn about the principles of physics and the practical applications of these devices, making it an educational and interactive experience for young readers.

Parrots can do more than just mimic human speech. These colourful, cheeky birds often mate for life, and some parrots can live 90 years or more. Learn more about these intelligent birds.

Explore the vibrant world of countries through an imaginative lens, using colors as a guide. This engaging book invites readers to discover various nations, highlighting their unique cultures and landscapes through the lens of Crayola hues. Each page offers a colorful journey that combines education with creativity, making it a delightful experience for readers of all ages.

Focusing on the properties of fall leaves, the book explores aspects like color and texture. It encourages readers to observe their surroundings and recognize the signs of seasonal changes in nature, fostering a deeper appreciation for the environment.

In Ants, emergent readers will learn where ants live and how they find food. Vibrant, full-color photos and carefully leveled text will engage young readers as they discover the fascinating and busy world of ants.

Life is busy and full of stress. It's important to slow down. Take your time and notice what's going on around you. Being present in the moment can help you be more focused, patient, and self-aware. So take a deep breath, smile, and read on to learn more about mindfulness,

This book guides readers in assessing and recognizing the advertisements encountered on signs. It emphasizes critical evaluation skills, helping individuals discern the effectiveness and intent behind various promotional messages. Through practical examples and engaging content, readers will learn to analyze the impact of signage in their everyday environments, enhancing their understanding of marketing techniques and visual communication.

The book explores the fascinating life cycle of strawberries, detailing each stage from seed germination to mature fruit. It highlights the environmental conditions necessary for growth, the pollination process, and the importance of care in cultivation. Readers will gain insights into the biological and ecological aspects of strawberry plants, making it an informative resource for gardening enthusiasts and those interested in horticulture.

Exploring countries through vibrant colors, this engaging book offers a unique perspective on global cultures using Crayola's iconic palette. Each page invites readers to discover how different nations express their identity and heritage through color, making it both educational and visually appealing. Perfect for young readers, it combines creativity with geography, fostering an appreciation for diversity and artistic expression.

Exploring the remarkable intelligence of dogs, this book highlights their ability to locate lost individuals, understand over 100 words, and perform basic math. It delves into the various skills and capabilities that make these beloved pets not just companions, but also incredibly smart animals.

Exploring the significance of color in the natural world, this book highlights how various species, from flowers to frogs, utilize color for attraction and survival. Vibrant photographs paired with Crayola designs engage readers, showcasing the essential role color plays in the ecosystem.

Exploring countries through vibrant colors, this book offers a unique perspective that combines geography and creativity. Each section highlights different nations, using Crayola's iconic palette to illustrate cultural significance and natural beauty. Readers will discover how colors represent various aspects of each country, making it an engaging educational experience for all ages. The interactive approach encourages curiosity and appreciation for global diversity through the lens of art and color.

The story follows a group of kids as they explore the effectiveness of two simple machines—a lever and a screw—in moving ice. Through hands-on experimentation and comparison, they engage in a fun and educational challenge to determine which machine performs better. This engaging narrative encourages curiosity and critical thinking about basic principles of physics and mechanics.

Yuck, germs! Germs can make us sick. How do we stay healthy? With engaging text and colorful photos, readers find out how to keep the germs away. Stop the Germs! includes a glossary, read more section, kid-friendly internet sites, and an index.

To have good friends, you need to be a good friend. Listen. Be kind. Be reliable. Put others first. Being a good friend takes work, but the end result is worth it!

The story follows Jada as she tackles a significant science project amidst numerous distractions. Through her journey, she discovers the power of determination and perseverance, ultimately realizing that staying focused can lead to success.

Nervous about his first day, Luis finds encouragement from his dad to embrace courage. As he introduces himself to classmates and engages in lessons, he discovers the importance of bravery in new experiences. This story highlights themes of self-confidence and the value of stepping out of one's comfort zone.

Explore the vibrant world of countries as seen through the spectrum of colors with Crayola. This engaging book uses a colorful approach to introduce readers to various nations, highlighting their unique cultures, landscapes, and traditions. Each page offers a delightful visual experience, making learning about geography both fun and interactive for readers of all ages.

Through vibrant photos and engaging design, this Crayola title explores the concept of color, including how we perceive it and the relationships between different hues. It introduces readers to color theory basics, showing how colors interact and how new ones are created. This book encourages a deeper appreciation and understanding of color, making it an enjoyable educational experience for readers.

The story revolves around Idil, who observes her friends Ben and Pete in a troubling dynamic. While Pete consistently mistreats Ben by interrupting him and excluding him from activities, Idil takes action to advocate for Ben's worth. Through her efforts, she emphasizes the importance of respect and friendship, highlighting the need for kindness and inclusion in relationships.

Exploring the role of advertising, this book teaches readers how to identify and evaluate magazine ads. Through accessible text and explanatory photos, it highlights the purpose of these advertisements and their impact on consumers. Students will gain insights into the visual appeal and storytelling aspects of magazine ads, enhancing their understanding of advertising's significance in everyday life.

Exploring the significance of color across various cultures, this book features vibrant photos and simple text that highlight how colors are integral to clothing, architecture, and celebrations worldwide. Readers will discover traditions such as Holi, Russian dolls, Chinese New Year, and woven baskets, celebrating the rich meanings and symbolism behind the colors that shape our daily lives.

Exploring the world through vibrant colors, this book presents an engaging journey across various countries, using Crayola's iconic palette. Each page invites readers to discover cultural significance and unique aspects of different nations, making learning fun and visually appealing. With a combination of art and education, it encourages creativity while broadening knowledge about global diversity.

Focusing on animal behavior, this book explores how various species prepare for winter during the fall. It encourages readers to observe their surroundings and identify the signs of seasonal changes in nature, fostering a deeper understanding of wildlife adaptations.

Explore the fascinating world of narwhals, the unique tusked marine mammals, through engaging text and stunning visuals. The book provides a foundation for understanding nonfiction, featuring critical thinking questions and a photo glossary to enhance learning and comprehension.

Exploring the meaning behind words and images on clothing, this book teaches readers to identify and assess the advertisements they encounter on shirts and shoes. Through accessible text and illustrative photos, it highlights the significance of advertising in everyday life, encouraging critical thinking about consumer culture.

Simple text and photographs provide an introduction to Yorkshire terriers.

"Simple text and full-color photography introduce beginning readers to corals. Developed by literacy experts for students in kindergarten through third grade"--

"Relevant images match informative text in this introduction to Rottweilers. Intended for students in kindergarten through third grade"--

Have you ever seen your own shadow on a sunny day? Objects can make shadows too. Read to learn how light makes shadows and reflections.

Engaging young readers, this book uses vibrant photos of Crayola crayons to introduce counting concepts, including skip counting. The playful text complements the colorful visuals, making learning fun and interactive. Additionally, a special feature highlights the various Crayola colors showcased throughout the pages, enhancing the educational experience while sparking creativity.

Explore healthy living and the importance of good habits through the beloved characters of Sesame Street. This engaging book combines fun storytelling with valuable lessons, encouraging young readers to adopt positive lifestyle choices while enjoying the adventures of their favorite characters. Through relatable scenarios and interactive elements, it fosters an understanding of nutrition, exercise, and overall well-being in a way that resonates with children.

Focusing on community helpers, this book introduces young readers to the vital role of police officers in ensuring safety. Cookie Monster and his friends engage children in learning about the responsibilities and contributions of these community helpers, making the topic accessible and enjoyable.

Exploring the significance of colors in art, this book invites readers to understand the emotions and stories conveyed through vibrant hues. It features engaging text and captivating photos that inspire creativity, encouraging readers to create their own artwork while discovering the meanings behind different colors. Through this interactive approach, it fosters an appreciation for the artistic process and the power of color in visual storytelling.

Combining educational content with the beloved charm of Sesame Street, this book offers a core curriculum designed to engage young learners. It features interactive elements and familiar characters, making learning enjoyable and effective. The approach emphasizes foundational skills in a playful manner, ensuring that children not only grasp essential concepts but also develop a love for learning. The blend of entertainment and education aims to create a positive learning environment for early childhood development.

Elmo's enthusiasm for mail highlights the important role of mail carriers in communities. Together with other beloved Muppets, Elmo celebrates the dedication and service of these individuals who send and deliver mail, showcasing the joy and connection that comes from communication.

The story revolves around Idil, who is caught in a friendship dilemma as she navigates the changing dynamics between her friends, Pete and Ben. While she enjoys spending time with both, she becomes increasingly concerned about Pete's unkind behavior towards Ben, who is being sidelined during their interactions. Idil faces the challenge of addressing this issue, aiming to help Pete recognize the importance of kindness and fairness in their friendship.

The story follows Luis as he navigates the anxiety of his first day at school, dealing with feelings of nervousness and uncertainty. He faces various challenges, such as making new friends and finding his classroom, but ultimately discovers that courage can help him overcome his fears. Through his experiences, readers see how he learns to embrace new situations and that the first day of school can be a positive experience.

The book invites students to explore and observe the transition from summer to fall, encouraging them to examine local weather patterns. It prompts readers to consider the characteristics of fall weather in their area, such as temperature, wind, and precipitation, fostering an appreciation for seasonal changes and environmental observation.

Light comes from natural sources like the Sun. Light also comes from lightbulbs and candles. Read to learn about different sources of light.

Focusing on the intriguing communication skills and life cycle of dolphins, the book highlights their physical characteristics and social behaviors. It also addresses the significant threats they encounter, such as overfishing and pollution, emphasizing the urgent need for conservation efforts to protect these intelligent marine mammals.

The transformation from a small black seed to a vibrant yellow sunflower is explored in detail, illustrating the natural growth cycle. Each stage, from germination to blooming and ultimately producing new seeds, is presented clearly, making it an engaging educational journey for readers. The book emphasizes the beauty of nature's processes and the life cycle of sunflowers, appealing to young learners and nature enthusiasts alike.

Orcas, also known as killer whales, are the focus of this engaging book designed for young readers. Colorful photographs capture their powerful presence, while age-appropriate critical thinking questions enhance comprehension and encourage exploration. A photo glossary further supports nonfiction learning, making it a valuable resource for building vocabulary and understanding of these fascinating marine predators.

This book immerses young readers in a vibrant exploration of colors through the lens of a child's imagination, featuring Crayola's iconic hues. It encourages creativity and artistic expression, showcasing how colors can transform everyday experiences into joyful adventures. With engaging illustrations and playful language, it invites children to discover and appreciate the beauty of their colorful surroundings.

The book explores the nature of television advertisements, teaching readers how to distinguish them from regular TV shows and understand their purpose. Through clear text and illustrative photos, it guides students in identifying and evaluating the ads they encounter, highlighting the significance of advertising in everyday life.

Exploring countries through vibrant colors, this book offers a unique perspective that combines geography with creativity. Each section highlights different nations, showcasing their cultural richness and diversity using Crayola's iconic palette. It's an engaging way for readers to learn about the world while appreciating the significance of colors in various cultures. Perfect for sparking curiosity and creativity in young readers, this book is both educational and visually appealing.

Exploring the impact of advertising, this book teaches readers to decode the colorful images and words found on food packaging. It provides accessible text and explanatory photos that guide students in identifying and evaluating these advertisements, highlighting their influence on consumer choices. Through engaging content, readers gain a critical understanding of how marketing shapes perceptions of food.

Focusing on the role of advertising in the digital age, this book guides readers in identifying and evaluating online ads. It explores the appearance and purpose of these advertisements, providing accessible text and explanatory photos to enhance understanding. By examining how ads influence their online experiences, students gain valuable insights into the impact of advertising in their daily lives.

Thunder booms through the sky. Lightning flashes through the clouds. A thunderstorm is here. Find out the safest place to be and what to do as you ride out the storm.

People use light. Animals use light. Plants use light too! Read to find out why light is important to living things and how light is used.

There has been little rainfall, and the land is dry. A drought has developed. Rivers and lakes dry up. Crops are ruined from lack of water. Learn ways to use less water and how to save the little water that you do have.

We need food to keep our bodies going. But what are healthy foods and why should we eat them? With engaging text and colorful photos, readers learn how to make healthy food choices. Food Is Fuel includes a glossary, read more section, kid-friendly Internet sites, and an index.

Blue whales are the largest animals to have ever lived on Earth! But they are often hidden from human eyes deep beneath the ocean waves. Find out their secrets and get all the facts about these majestic water mammals.

With their eerie howls and fierce hunting skills, wolves are fascinating creatures. These loyal pack animals are close relatives to man's best friend, dogs. Learn more about these proud hunters.

Skunks are stinky and smelly. But why? Learn about these animals inside this fun and simple nonfiction picture book. All Little Pebble books have an Accelerated Reader ATOS level of 1.0 or below.

Heavy rains can quickly turn into a dangerous flood. River, lake and sea levels rise rapidly. Riverbanks collapse and water rushes in. Find out the safest place to be and how to prepare when heavy rains are heading your way.

Although hurricanes start far out to sea, they often reach land. Winds can whip to over 250 kilometres per hour. Trees, power lines and homes are easily blown over. Find out how to prepare yourself and your home for this natural disaster.

Introducing emergent readers to vocabulary has never been so fun! This series includes a search-and-find feature that's perfect for engaging even the youngest readers. From chipmunks to salamanders, Backyard Animals uses captivating photos to teach kindergarteners new words and simple facts about animal habitats, body parts, and behaviors. This search-and-find book invites early readers to look for new vocabulary words and pictures while giving simple facts about a chipmunk's backyard habitat, body parts, and behaviors.

In this book young readers will discover what litter is, how it can harm the environment and what they can do to help clean it up! The book introduces readers to the problem of littering and how to keep it in its rightful place.

A spinning column of air reaches down from a thunderstorm. As it touches the ground, a tornado is formed. Tornadoes can travel more than 100 kilometres per hour, and they destroy everything in their path. Find out how to prepare and stay safe when a tornado is heading your way.

A light winter snow can quickly turn into a blizzard with high winds and white-out conditions. Temperatures can drop and you don't want to be stuck out in the cold. Find out how to stay safe during a blizzard and how to be prepared.

"Relevant images match informative text in this introduction to Dalmatians. Intended for students in kindergarten through third grade"--

"Relevant images match informative text in this introduction to bulldogs. Intended for students in kindergarten through third grade"--

Who needs four wheels when two wheels can be so much fun? While motorbikes zip around cities, dirt bikes fly over jumps and through sand and mud. Find out about different types of motorbikes, their main parts and how people ride them.

It's a fight to the finish line! Which race car will get there first? Some race cars look a lot like regular cars. Others have thin bodies and open wheels. Some race on dirt, while others race on smooth paved tracks. But they all have one thing in common...speed! Young readers will find out about the types of race cars, their main parts, and why fans crowd racetracks around the world to see them go!

Grab some friends and play tag. Take a bike ride. Go on a hike. There are so many ways to be active! Lively photos mixed with informative text will explain why we need to be active and inspire every reader to get up and move. Be Active includes a glossary, a read more section, kid-friendly Internet sites, and an index.

Communication is the sharing of information. It sounds easy, but that's not always the case. Did you know your body language and the tone of your voice are just as important as what you are saying? Learn to communicate with confidence in every situation.

The Amazon Rainforest is explored through its distinctive characteristics, including land and weather, providing young readers with an engaging introduction to this vibrant biome. The book highlights how various animals, such as monkeys, parrots, anacondas, and sloths, have uniquely adapted to thrive in their environment.

A healthy mouth is more than just a beautiful smile. In this book, young readers will learn how to care for their teeth, discover foods to eat for healthy teeth, and find out what to avoid so they don't damage their teeth.

A healthy mind is essential for a healthy life. In this book, young readers will learn all the ways they can keep their minds healthy through activity, diet, sleep and stress management.

Zebras munch on grass. A hungry lion watches near by. Where are these animals? In the African savanna! This warm biome has grasslands and few trees. Zebras, lions, elephants and other animals make their homes on the savanna. Learn about the features of these animals, what they eat and how they depend on one another in this amazing biome. -- Page 4 of cover

Stress can make you feel bad. It can be caused by lots of different things. A big test. A fight with a friend. A new experience. But no matter what causes the stress, what's important is how you deal with it.

Your five senses help make every day complete. From smelling and tasting breakfast to feeling soft sheets when you climb into bed, your senses play a big part in your life. Descriptive text and energetic photos highlight the importance of taste, touch, sight, smell, and hearing. Know Your Senses includes a glossary, a read more section, kid-friendly Internet sites, and an index.

Did you break a friend's toy? Did you get mud on the carpet? Are you worried about admitting you made a mistake? You're not alone. In this book, explore the reasons many people are afraid to admit their mistakes and discover simple tips for facing this fear. Reassuring facts and helpful photos provide knowledge young readers need to face their fear of admitting mistakes.

She's not called Queen B for nothing! What makes Beyoncé a megastar? High-interest details and bold photos of her fascinating life will enthrall reluctant and struggling readers, while carefully leveled text will leave them feeling confident.

"Every act of kindness counts, no matter how small! Help a neighbour carry in groceries. Smile at someone in the hallway. Be a good listener. When you're kind, you make a big difference in the lives of the people around you. Show this real-life superpower, and watch kindness spread!"--