Synopsis: Illus. in full color. "Timid Alex strives to be like his rugged cowboy stepfather, and the two find a common bond when Alex 'rescues' Jake from a wolf spider. Jukes' quiet observations are unfaltering in their perceptiveness. Radiant full-page pastel illustrations serve as a striking counterpoint. This is an uplifting celebration of a new family's understanding, acceptance and love that resonates with truth and humor."--(starred) "School Library…

Synopsis: A lively and informative Level 2 non-fiction Hello Reader about the life of George Washington, the first president of the United States. Born in a Virginia farmhouse, and proving himself early on to be an honest, intelligent, natural leader, George Washington grew up to become the very first president of the United States of America. What was George's life like from his farm boy beginnings to his rise to the presidency? With engaging text, this…

Synopsis: While Andi is visiting her father in Tucson, Arizona she meets Nina Nelson, a young girl of Native American descent who loves animals as much as Andi does. When the kittens that Nina is taking care of disappear, Andi helps her search for them.

Synopsis: A young boy is late to school and he dreads having to go the office to get a late slip from the school secretary.

Synopsis: Large, colorful pictures will engage readers (and lookers) in a series of bat facts. Two among these facts: Bats are the only mammals that can fly. A little bat can eat about 600 bugs an hour--that's like eating 20 pizzas a night!

Synopsis: Hank Zipzer is failing math, so he has to work with Heather Payne, resident class brain, to help get his grades up. At the same time, Hank’s school is putting on a production of The King and I. As coincidence would have it, Hank is cast as the King, and Heather as Anna. But when Hank’s dad tells him he can only appear in the play if he gets a B on his next math test, Hank knows he has to hit the books. Can Hank pull through in time for the show?

Synopsis: Describes the effects of light from the sun on earth and how it causes temperature changes, the seasons, winds, and clouds.

Synopsis: A collection of children's books on the subject of schools and teachers.

Synopsis: - Vocabulary preview and review pages with pronunciations, glossary, and index- Diagrams, graphs, or other educational graphics- Fun, engaging editorial content- Curriculum connections- Beautiful, full-color photographs that support and enhance text- Simple interior design and easy-to-read fonts- Websites for further research and information- Back-matter pages that invite readers to think further on the topics- Clean design for easy readability…

Synopsis: An older brother explains all the things he hates to do, although he does them to set a good example for his younger brother. Includes suggested learning activities.