Synopsis: In this Step 1 Step into Reading Science Reader, polar bear babies learn the skills they will need to survive in the Arctic! Simple, repetitive text takes readers through a day with these little bears as they learn to fish, swim, and . . . run! Sweet, approachable art and a touch of excitement make this an ideal reader for curious little animal enthusiasts.Step 1 Readers feature big type and easy words. Rhymes and rhythmic text paired with…

Synopsis: This is the classic edition of the bestselling story written for the very young. A newly hatched caterpillar eats his way through all kinds of food.Book Details: Format: Paperback Publication Date: 11/28/2002 Pages: 28

Synopsis: Leo Lionni’s Caldecott Honor–winning story is now available as a Step 3 Step into Reading book—perfect for children who are ready to read on their own.Winter is coming, and all the mice are gathering food . . . except for Frederick. But when the days grow short and the snow begins to fall, it’s Frederick’s stories that warm the hearts and spirits of his fellow field mice. Lionni’s enduringly popular tale makes a winning addition to the Step into…

Synopsis: Bear brags that he can do anything-even stop the sun from rising. Brown Squirrel doesn't believe him, so the two wait all night to see if the sun will rise. Sure enough, the sky reddens and the sun appears. Brown Squirrel is so happy to be right that he teases Bear. What happens when a little brown squirrel teases a big black bear? Brown Squirrel gets stripes and is called chipmunk from that day forward . . . Joseph and James Bruchac join forces…

Synopsis: With their sharp teeth, legendary speed, and menacing reputation, sharks are a perennial non-fiction favorite, and Kingfisher Readers L4: Sharks by Anita Ganeri delivers an amazing array of information and stunning photography on all aspects of shark biology. From their amazing adaptations to their hunting, breeding, and threats to their habitat and survival, shark lovers will find answers to all their key questions as they progress. The…

Synopsis: The bugs in Coach Caterpillar′s gym class are learning a new dance. But Centipede can′t do it! If he can′t learn the directions left, right, forward and backward, this class will be one big FLOP!

Synopsis: When George and the man with the yellow hat stop to shop at a chocolate factory store, George becomes curious about how the chocolates are made. Though he begins to follow the factory tour, soon he is off to investigate on his own. This resealable package comes with a paperback and a two-sided cassette tape. The professionally narrated audio production includes lively sound effects and original music. Side one includes page-turn signals; side…

Synopsis: An informative look at the honeybee provides a close-up view of the life cycle, social organization, and characteristics of one of the world's most valuable insects and explains what a beekeeper does and how people use honeybees and their products.

Synopsis: Poor tiny Birdie has no house. But Birdie does have friends. Spike, Queenie, Goldie, and Fidget want to help Birdie find a house of his own. Birdie needs a house that isn't too tall and isn't too thin, that isn't too short and isn't too fat, and that isn't too wide and isn't too narrow. Will they find a house for Birdie before the rain falls and the wind blows? A sweet and simple story about helping out a friend explains the math concept of…

Synopsis: Clifford and his friends help the Howards with Emily Elizabeth's graduation party.

Synopsis: Storms make Henry jump. They make his big dog Mudge even jumpier. When the thunder goes pow!, Mudge goes to hide. Poor Mudge! How can Henry help his best friend?

Synopsis: The spirited itsy bitsy spider has captured the hearts of generations of children in the much-loved nursery rhyme. Now she's back—on a new magical journey!Over 2.5 million copies in print! This all-new adventure for the itsy bitsy spider has exciting encounters with a fan, a mouse, a rocking chair, a cat, and a big maple tree. Finally, the itsy bitsy spider finds a lovely spot to spin a new silky web. Iza Trapani’s vibrant watercolor…

Synopsis: Gail Gibbons, creator of beloved STEM picture books, presents an apple tree's changes through all four seasons, as witnessed by the child who loves it. In bright illustrations and simple text, Arnold collects apple blossoms in spring, builds a treehouse in summer, makes apple pie and cider in the fall, and hangs strings of popcorn and berries for the birds in winter, among other seasonal activities. Includes a recipe for apple pie and a…

Synopsis: Ugly Cat is dying for a paleta, or ice pop, and his friend Pablo is determined to help him get one by scaring a little girl who is enjoying a coconut paleta in the park. Things go horribly wrong when, instead of being scared, the little girl picks Pablo up and declares that he would make a great snack for her pet snake. Oh and there's also the small problem that Ugly Cat may have inadvertently swallowed Pablo in all of the commotion! Ugly Cat…

Synopsis: “Kids, young and old, fall in love with math when they see how real-life and effortless it becomes thanks to these books.” —Kimberly D. Mueller, Ed.D., First Grade Teacher, Ashbrook School, Lumberton NJLeaping Lizards is perfect for teaching counting by 5's and 10's to pre-K through kindergarteners. The show's about to begin—but where are all the lizards? Slowly they start to arrive in groups of 5 and 10. Will all 50 make it in time?Kids will…