Synopsis: Kit is delighted when Aunt Millie comes to visit! Aunt Millie has a special way of turning ugly things into beautiful useful ones, and she has ideas for helping the whole Kittredge family. But what will Kit and her friends think of Aunt Millie�s penny-pincher birthday party? Then, a train-hopping adventure makes Kit appreciate the safety of home, and learning about homeless children inspires Kit to make a difference. But what can she do to bring…

Synopsis: Next up to the plate—book #5 in our early chapter book mystery series, where each book is set in a different American ballpark! The stars are out in Kansas City . . . the baseball stars, that is! Mike and Kate are at the All-Star game, and even get to go on the field during the Home Run Derby to catch pop-ups! That's where they meet Andy, whose dad, Josh Robinson, is an All-Star catcher. But before the Home Derby ends, Josh finds himself in hot…

Synopsis: When Frannie notices her aunt's dog limping, she sees it as her big break to be a vet, so it's off to the veterinarian's office, where she can showcase her doggy-diagnostic skills. But in true Frannie form, all she can pull off is a doggy disaster . . .

Synopsis: "Andy and Dolores tangle as they try to negotiate their bumpy friendship. . . .An upbeat volume for confident beginning readers." — The Horn BookThe school Culture Fair is coming up, and Andy Shane has to pick an African country to learn about. Deciding isn’t easy for Andy, so he’s glad when Granny Webb gives him a scarab beetle, which he knows is a symbol of Egypt. But when Andy tries to tell Ms. Janice, Dolores Starbuckle springs up with her…

Synopsis: A delightfully domestic retelling of the well-known Grimm tale Ann Blades's warm and witty retelling of this classic children's story centers on the happy home life of seven goat kids. When the Wolf tries to trick the kids, the youngest manages to outwit him and overcome the calamities that befall his hapless siblings. Then Mother Goat returns home and calmly sets about repairing the damage, saves her children, and dispatches the wolf in a no…

Synopsis: Focusing on the six simple machines--levers, wheels and axles, pulleys, screws, inclined planes, and wedges--this fun and informative series introduces young readers to several basic concepts of physics--such as work, force, gravity, and friction. Includes easy-to-do experiments, colorful photographs, clear text, and fun activities. Supports the national science education standards Unifying Concepts and Processes: Evidence, Models, and…

Synopsis: This special picture book offers a window into the African American community of Columbia, South Carolina, during the early twentieth century. While the town is specific, the themes and photographs are universal--weddings and funerals, teachers and preachers, sassy cars and baseball teams, and, of course, families of all sizes. More than half a century later, Richard Samuel Roberts's photographs and Dinah Johnson's lyrical text come together to…

Synopsis: Introduces concepts about the environment, discussing the land, water, air, and recycling

Synopsis: Mitch Spinach seems to be an ordinary kid, but his classmates have begun to suspect something. The notes in his custom-made, temperature controlled Nutripak lunchbox appear to have been written in code. While other kids eat their usual chicken fingers and pepperoni pizza, Mitch Spinach mixes up his meal in a battery-powered blender before their curious and envious eyes. He is the smartest, nicest, strongest kid in Ms Radicchio s class, but he…

Synopsis: Explains the variety of shows, competitions, and games available to horseback riders and gives advice on how to train, prepare, and enjoy them.

Synopsis: Describes how Charles Lindbergh achieved the remarkable feat of flying nonstop and solo from New York to Paris in 1927

Synopsis: -- Gives beginner's techniques, proper skills and how to practice them -- Step-by-step instructions and delightful, friendly illustrations

Synopsis: Konrad Lorenz (1903-1989) was a boy who loved animals. He grew up to be a man who studied animals and received a Nobel prize for his work. This book centers on the ground-breaking discoveries he made while observing and interacting with geese. His affection for his subjects and his fascination with their behavior illuminate the process by which a boy who had a house full of pets became a revered, award-winning scientist. Clear, carefully…

Synopsis: Carolrhoda's acclaimed Nature Watch series explores the life cycle of animals and plants through splendid full-color photographs and clear text. Includes glossary, index, and diagrams. Supports the national science education standards Unifying Concepts and Processes: Systems, Order, and Organization; Unifying Concepts and Processes: Form and Function; Life Science; and Science in Personal and Social Perspectives as outlined by the National…

Synopsis: Our Neighborhood introduces emergent readers to the many and varied individuals they may encounter in their communities. With a photojournalistic look and easy-to-read text, this series presents the life stories of real people. From a mechanic to a beekeeper, a wide variety of occupations are brought to life.

Synopsis: Animal Magic for Kids are charming stories packed with information for animal lovers of all ages. These books are a striking combination of beautiful photographs and authoritative text. Children find books in this series far more interesting than the typical wildlife reference books. Each volume combines firsthand experiences and anecdotes in a unique story format that brings to life animals' habits and habitats. You probably have heard that an…