Synopsis: "It's a snow day!" The schools are closed! Robby's sisters want to stay inside, and their parents are busy, but Robby and his dog Zippy know what to do: run and kick and lick and skid in the new snow. Their enthusiasm soon involves the whole family in a spirited snowball fight and a snug evening by the fire. Barbara M. Joosse's exuberant story and Jennifer Plecas's lively illustrations capture the pure fun of an unexpected winter holiday.

Synopsis: When Will helps an injured bird, he learns that a little kindness can go a long way.No one in the busy city sees the bird lying on the pavement, its wing broken. No one but a small boy called Will. He and his mum carry it home and, with time, rest, and a little bit of hope, the wing mends ... and they set the bird free to soar over the city once more.

Synopsis: Bright starfish, spiky sea anenomes, sea cucumbers, mussels, and colorful fish! Peek into these vibrant shoreline pools and discover amazing ocean habitats teeming with life! Packed with beautiful and engaging photos, this new leveled reader will teach kids how tide pools work, what kinds of animals live in them, and even how to prepare for a tide pool visit of their own. With expert-vetted text, brilliant images, and a fun approach to reading…

Synopsis: A whirlwind tour through the intriguing world of scienceWhat exactly is science? Stars and planets, rocks and soil, hurricanes and airplanes-science is all of these things and so much more. It's also about curiosity: asking questions and exploring possible answers. Through simple words and child-friendly illustrations, this poetic picture book introduces young children to the exciting and ever-changing world of science.What Is Science? is a 2007…

Synopsis: There are a lot of fun things to do inside on a rainy day. But with it raining all around and splashy puddles everywhere, who can resist going outside--especially if there is a pair of red rubber boots nearby just waiting to be worn? Full color.

Synopsis: From a letter written by her grandmother, Rebecca learns that winter began on June 21, while she was cooling off under the hose. The northern half of the Earth began to grow cold, and the days grew shorter. The birds began to fly to the sunny underside of the Earth, and the groundhogs and bears went to sleep. But on December 22, summer will begin. Before long, Rebecca will take off her shoes and jump over bluebells. 1993 "Pick of the Lists" (ABA)

Synopsis: Now one of Eric Carle's most popular books is a lift-the-flap book! The horse wants to go for a ride, the cow wants to eat some grass, and the sheep wants to run in the meadow—but where is the very busy spider? You'll have to lift the flap to find out!

Synopsis: The perfect counting book for young nature-lovers If you plant 10 seeds, what do you get? Follow nature's wonderful cycle in this engaging counting book with a difference! Rounded corners and card pages make this picture book perfect for young children.

Synopsis: What can you find in an autumn garden? A harvest of bright colors, and lots to explore! Come tour a farm filled with big orange pumpkins, shiny purple eggplants, juicy red apples, and lots, lots more. Inviting rhymes and the antics of a boy and his pets promise a full day of fun for young readers as they pick out all the luscious fruits and vegetables in a colorful fall garden.

Synopsis: Sounds are all around us. Clap your hands, snap your fingers: You’re making sounds. Read and find out how people and animals use different kinds of sounds to communicate. With colorful illustrations from Anna Chernyshova and engaging text from Wendy Pfeffer, Sounds All Around is a fascinating look into how sound works!Featuring rich vocabulary bolded throughout the text, this brand-new edition of a 1999 title includes brand-new illustrations by…

Synopsis: Emergent-reader nonfiction takes on a whole new face! Consistent print placement, predictable text patterns, and strong picture clues make this series ideal for emergent readers. All Welcome Books are positioned in the middle Early Intervention range (8-13) and have been thoroughly reviewed and approved by our distinguished reading advisory board.

Synopsis: Juice, jelly, cider, pie, or straight off the tree...apples are delicious!  Discover the well-loved tradition of growing and picking apples - a fruit that has been in existence for about two million years. Explore the history of the apple but also the way that families and farmers grow and care for apple trees today, from planting to selling, to turning them into delicious treats and using them for classic games like "bobbing for apples" on…

Synopsis: How many simple machines do you use every day? Probably more than you realize!   Machines make work easier— helping break things apart, lift heavy objects, and change the power and direction of force applied to them. In this accessible picture book, celebrated nonfiction author David A. Adler outlines different types of simple machines—wedges, wheels, levers, pulleys, and more—and gives common examples of how we use them every day.   Anna Raff…

Synopsis: Watch small bean seeds grow into beans we eat. Learn about this vegetable's life cycle from start to finish.

Synopsis: Simply written by naturalist/author Jean Craighead George, and illustrated in luminous oils that glow with the beauty of nature, this eye-opening book will encourage discovery and appreciation of the great outdoors. This guided tour through the Hudson River Valley's Kaaterskill Falls is a one-of-a-kind picture book that brings the faraway up close.

Synopsis: Young space and science enthusiasts will be captivated by this exciting exploration of the Big Bang and the origins of the universe.Once upon a star, there were no stars to shine, no sun to rise, no day, no night. Until . . . a mighty BOOM!The Big Bang, the formation of the planets, and the origins of life on Earth are made accessible and fascinating in a poetic, jazzy, free-flowing exploration of space, the solar system, and how we all got here…

Synopsis: Ginny eagerly anticipates the first snowfall so she can use her Grandpa Tony's sled.

Synopsis: Oh no! It's snowing so much, Harry and Emily's family can't drive to Grandma and Grandpa's for Christmas Eve. What will Christmas be like with no cookie baking, carol singing, or tree trimming with them? But Harry and Emily still find a way to make Christmas special in this heartwarming easy reader. Holiday House Readers are created for children just beginning to read. Level 2 books are intended for children in first and second grades.

Synopsis: A Scholastic Level 2 Reader that answers early readers' questions about rocks and minerals! The whole world is made of rocks! The Earth's rocky crust was formed millions years ago, and its rocks are always changing. It is full of fascinating minerals, and we use its treasures in hundreds of ways. Did you know that toothpaste contains finely ground rock dust, that the stripes in the Grand Canyon's rocks were once layers of sand at the bottom…

Synopsis: 5, 4, 3, 2, 1, BLAST OFF! Bella and Vicky are two sisters with a love for science. Wanting to learn more about the different types of scientists, they start their journey learning about astronomers. Their friend Cody the iPad takes them on an adventure through the stars to discover new facts about their solar system and the scientists who study it. Together with Bella and Vicky, young readers will visit planets, asteroid belts, and more. After…