Synopsis: Pollination has been in the headlines for the past few years because it directly affects the food supply on Earth. Flowering plants produce fruit or seeds only after pollination. Pollination by insects is a critical function of all land ecosystems. Most orchard fruits, vegetables, and some field crops are pollinated by insects. Pollinators are threatened by pesticides, invasive species, and habitat destruction, but they are especially threatened…

Synopsis: Perfect for springtime reading! In this poetic picture book with environmental themes, illustrated by award-winning artist Bob Staake, two young families in two very different parts of the world each plant a tree. As the trees flourish, so do the families . . . while trees all over the world help clean the air, enrich the soil, and give fruit and shade.   With a nod to Kenya’s successful Green Belt Movement, Diane Muldrow’s elegant text…

Synopsis: While at play with his dog, Newton, a young boy discovers the laws of force and motion in his everyday activities. Told in rhyme, Lynne Mayer's Newton and Me follows these best friends on an adventure as they apply physics to throwing a ball, pulling a wagon, riding a bike, and much more. They will realize that Newton's Laws of Motion describe experiences they have every day, and they will recognize how forces affect the objects around them. The…

Synopsis: The mother of invention is right at your fingertips! Ten knuckles, two thumbs, two flat palms, and all those fingers—but our hands can be so much more. They were once the first pair of earmuffs, a primitive sun visor, and a convenient set of chopsticks. The work done by hands centuries and centuries ago has paved the way for many of our favorite and most useful tools. The always clever Andrew Clements reminds us all that the mother of much…

Synopsis: Parents will love revisiting a fond part of their childhoods when they share these classic Dick and Jane readers with their children. With charmingly innocent exploits and simple, repetitive declarations, these beloved characters helped entire generations work, play, look, see--and learn! And now they're available for a whole new generation to enjoy. "Look Jane," said Dick. "Here is something funny. Can you guess what it is?"

Synopsis: I want a pony./DIVDIVI want a pony more than anything in the world. A little girl who longs for a pony draws pictures of a dappled mare she names Silver, then rides her through a magical countryside in her dreams. At the heart of Susan Jeffers's exquisite picture book lies the idea that in her imagination, a child can journey anywhere and do anything— even fly through the stars on her very own pony...

Synopsis: Mittens the sweet little kitten makes trouble when Nick brings him to school for show-and-tell. Just right for little ones getting ready to go to school for the first time or for a new school year!At the math table, Mittens pushes the counting beads until they crash to the floor. On the piano, Mittens runs across the keys until the piano lid slams down. Mittens even tries to look at a book, until it falls from the bookshelf! Mittens is finally…

Synopsis: This light-hearted story with action-packed illustrations hits bull's eye on a glaring national need motivating children to read. Oh, How I Wished I Could Read! by John Gile produces laughs and gasps that make its "reading is vital" message a child-pleasing joy. Highly acclaimed and a national bestseller, it's a perfect book for fun-loving parents and high spirited teachers who laugh with their children and use humor to teach. Oh, How I Wished I…

Synopsis: As they play outside on a rainy summer day, a little girl and her dog listen to the rain talk. In an onomatopoeic text and joyful watercolor illustrations, the special pleasures of a rainy day come vividly to life. Rain or shine, children will delight in this new, highly original book by the author-illustrator team of Who Said Red?

Synopsis: A bright, science-minded boy goes to the beach equipped to collect and examine flotsam-anything floating that has been washed ashore. Bottles, lost toys, small objects of every description are among his usual finds. But there's no way he could have prepared for one particular discovery: a barnacle-encrusted underwater camera, with its own secrets to share . . . and to keep.

Synopsis: Whether you pile it, stack it, or just line it up, there are lots of ways to sort money. Learn to identify and group quarters, pennies, nickels, and dimes, and soon you'll be rich with sorting money knowledge.

Synopsis: Discovery Phonics 시리즈는 다양한 종류의 흥미로운 이야기책(storybook)을 통해 자연스럽게 파닉스를 가르치고 배울 수 있는 혁신적인 프로그램으로, 난이도에 따라 모두 3단계(초급ᆞ중급ᆞ고급)로 구성되어 있습니다.본 프로그램에서는 학생들이 파닉스의 개념과 규칙을 깨닫고 이를 완벽하게 익힐 수 있도록 도와 줍니다. 또한 첨부된 오디오테이프를 활용해 따라 읽고, 노래를 부르면서 다양한 방법으로 재미있게 학습하도록 하였습니다.이번 교재는 중급 단계인 『Who Said Boo?』로, 학습 목표는 《Long Vowel u》입니다. 영어 이야기책(storybook) 1권 + 테이프 1개 세트로 구성되어 있어 어린이 학습자들이 처음부터 끝까지 재미있게 공부할 수 있답니다~!

Synopsis: "The illustrations are colorful, the bears that fill the busy scenes are appealing, and there is plenty for young readers to pour over" -- School Library Journal Bear goes to town every day, and always has something to do! From the bakery, to the gym, to the toyshop, walk with Bear through the days of the week as he visits his favorite places in town. Explore Bear's town even more with a full map at the end. Teaches days of the week and…

Synopsis: Old MacDino had a farm, E-I-E-I-O! And on this farm he had a...Stegosaurus! Old MacDino's farm is full of DINOSAURS! The cows, pigs, horses, and other animals are joined by a Diplodocus, a Triceratops, a Velociraptor, and more. With a Stomp! Stomp! here, and a Crash! Smash! there, they're causing chaos EVERYWHERE! What's a farmer to do?

Synopsis: Discusses the different kinds of freinds, what to do with them, and where to find them.

Synopsis: Georgie the cat loves throwing parties for his friends. All his parties have balloons, lights, delicious cake, and most importantly, everyone has an unforgettable time.One day, Georgie decides to throw the ultimate bash, so he puts on his party hat and races through the city to invite his best buds... who are all too busy to come. But Georgie soon learns that you can always count on your friends to be there for you... and sometimes they might…

Synopsis: Self-Regulation Skills Series 14 Decisions Can Be HARD! Here's a great story for helping kids manage their emotions and anger. This fun picture book opens a lot of opportunities to talk about emotions and feelings. Based on self-regulation theory, this is a story that helps to let their feelings out in a healthy way. Childrenwill learn how to breathe through anger and frustration, to be able tothink before acting, to be mindful. It's perfect for…

Synopsis: Saying NO to hugs is OKAll preschoolers and young kids want to touch everything and everyone as they learn about the world around them. As much as kids enjoy physical contact with close family members, it doesn't always mean that they are okay with strangers or friends touching them.Here's a great story about personal boundaries and consent: Teaching young children about body boundariesLearn how to set appropriate boundariesTeach children to…