Concepts - Kids

Delight in Elizabeth Gordon's classic collection of children's poetry, "Mother Earth's Children: The Frolics of the Fruits and Vegetables." This charming volume brings the world of fruits and vegetables to life through playful personification, inviting young readers to explore the wonders of nature. Within...

This beautiful book looks at different animal species, describing how they are similar and different, and why certain animals belong to specific groups. Using descriptive as well as compare-and-contrast text, this interesting book answers students' questions about different animals. Teacher's guide available.Author: Bobbie KalmanISBN-10:...

Children will love the entertaining photos in this book, which feature animals in motion - walking, running, climbing, crawling, swinging, hanging by their tails, gliding, fluttering, hopping, pouncing, and yes, even dancing. They will also be amazed by the way animals without legs move...

Photosynthesis is the basis for all life on Earth! This exciting and sensitive book looks at how plants use a gas that is poisonous to people and animals to create food and oxygen for all creatures with the help of the Sun. Children will...

Sofia wants to make a special birthday card for her Grandma. She creates interesting borders by sliding, flipping, and turning shapes such as hearts, triangles, and letters. By creating designs using the same simple steps, young children will learn about transformations as well as...

Is constant access to technology safe for children? Should driverless vehicles replace human-controlled cars? Every day, we hear arguments about technology issues in the media. This book gives readers the tools to make sense of and evaluate some of these arguments. Using three relatable...

Does bottled water do more harm than good? Should clear-cutting for agriculture be allowed? Every day, we hear arguments about environmental issues in the media. This book gives readers the tools to make sense of and evaluate some of these arguments. Using relatable and...

Caring for our Bodies is a great way for young readers to learn the importance of good hygiene. Each chapter explores how things like proper tooth care and grooming can help children stay happy and healthy.Author: Mike GoldsmithISBN-10: 0778747352ISBN-13: 9780778747352Publisher: Crabtree ClassicsLanguage: EnglishPublished: 08/01/2009Pages:...

Budding scientists will love learning about the properties of light by planning and carrying out investigations that explore how the energy form can be reflected, manipulated, and refracted.Author: Richard SpilsburyISBN-10: 0778742075ISBN-13: 9780778742074Publisher: Crabtree Publishing CompanyLanguage: EnglishPublished: 02/15/2018Pages: 32Format: Library BindingWeight: 0.70lbsSize: 10.10h x 8.20w...

Budding scientists will love learning about the properties of forces and motion by planning and carrying out investigations that explore concepts including friction, speed, and gravity.Author: Richard SpilsburyISBN-10: 0778742059ISBN-13: 9780778742050Publisher: Crabtree Publishing CompanyLanguage: EnglishPublished: 02/15/2018Pages: 32Format: Library BindingWeight: 0.70lbsSize: 10.10h x 8.00w x 0.30d

Is it really possible to create a zombie? Many people believe they can. This amazing book reveals the truth behind the science in creating a zombie out of a real human.Author: Anne RooneyISBN-10: 0778737675ISBN-13: 9780778737674Publisher: Crabtree Publishing CompanyLanguage: EnglishPublished: 03/15/2008Pages: 32Format: Library BindingWeight: 0.59lbsSize:...

Sunflowers turn their heads to face sunlight, some plants close their flowers at night, and others move their heads to trap insects. Vines creep up the sides of trees or buildings, and some trees shoot down roots from seeds that grow above the ground....

This engaging book describes the properties of light waves, how they move, and the way our eyes receive them. Readers will learn that we see an object when light reflects from its surface and into the eye. A link to interactive activities online plus...

Science uses evidence in explaining the natural world. Using relatable, real-world examples, this informative book shows readers how to construct an argument with evidence to support a claim. Readers will act and think like scientists as they learn how to distinguish between fact and...

This engaging and accessible book explains how scientists use models to help them understand systems in the natural world. Readers learn about different kinds of models and discover the similarities and differences between models and the real objects and processes they represent. Readers are...

Collaboration and communication are important 21st Century skills and key science practices. Using accessible examples, readers will discover how scientists work together, and share ideas and information. Children also learn how and why scientists record information and put this practice into action by using...

We all learn about the world around us by making observations. Scientists are no exception! This intriguing title explains how scientists observe using their senses and tools. Readers will apply what they learn by making observations, comparing, sorting, and classifying.Author: Azza SharkawyISBN-10: 0778707865ISBN-13: 9780778707868Publisher:...

We all learn about the world around us by making observations. Scientists are no exception! This intriguing title explains how scientists observe using their senses and tools. Readers will apply what they learn by making observations, comparing, sorting, and classifying.Author: Azza SharkawyISBN-10: 0778707652ISBN-13: 9780778707653Publisher:...

Where does the president live? How many rooms are in the White House? Why is it a symbol of America. Students will learn all about this important building in this easy-to-read book.Author: Alison Eldridge,Stephen EldridgeISBN-10: 0766040623ISBN-13: 9780766040625Publisher: Enslow PublishingLanguage: EnglishPublished: 04/01/2012Pages: 24Format: Library BindingWeight:...

With lyrical storytelling and playful imagery, heart people invites young readers to explore the beauty of connection-rooted in compassion, purpose, and heart.Heart People is a gentle, imaginative concept book for children about what it truly means to connect. With lyrical storytelling and warm imagery,...

Do ligers exist in the wild? Can a goose get goosebumps? Which is longer on Venus, a day or a year? Discover the answers to these questions and more in the newest installment of this kid-friendly series packed with fun, fascinating Q&As! Got a...

How much does a human skeleton weigh? Who was Bluetooth technology named after? What do rabbits do when they're happy? Discover the answers to these questions and more in the newest installment of this kid-friendly series packed with fun, fascinating Q&As! Got a random...

The Kindergartener's Handbook introduces 19 basic concepts in English and Mandarin. Included are ABCs, vowels, numbers, less and more, patterns, shapes, colors, time, seasons, the calendar, senses, rhymes, habitat, weather, chores, and school. This book develops language and reading skills using more than 300...

This book explores different sorts of friends and why they are important. It's a fantastic book to explore a 'Friends or Sharing' theme in an early years setting and includes topics such as playing together, being kind, sharing and having fun.Our Special World is...

Storytime is perfect for supporting your Shared Reading instruction and introducing beginning concepts of Social Studies. A story can be real or it can be made up. A story can be about a person or a place. Discover all the different kinds of stories...

Developing friendships thru fairplay and kindness is high-lighted thru out this book children learn to prepare for a given task and see it thru to completion, all the while building greater self-esteem.Author: Stewart K. GermanISBN-10: 1420890220ISBN-13: 9781420890228Publisher: AuthorhouseLanguage: EnglishPublished: 10/11/2005Pages: 32Format: PaperbackWeight: 0.17lbsSize: 8.50h...

The Nutrition Alphabet introduces young children to nutrition concepts while promoting healthy eating. By using the alphabet, children are able to identify each letter with a different nutritious food or nutrition concept. The rhyming text and illustrations were designed to present the information in...

These valuable, grade-leveled resources incorporate reading skills identified by the National Reading Panel as critical to reading success. They provide standards-based, ready-to-use activities to improve spelling, phonological awareness, comprehension, and more!Author: Elaine K. McEwan-Adkins,Antonio ValeroISBN-10: 1412958210ISBN-13: 9781412958219Publisher: Corwin PublishersLanguage: EnglishPublished: 03/01/2008Pages: 96Format: PaperbackWeight: 0.63lbsSize:...

Does bottled water do more harm than good? Should clear-cutting for agriculture be allowed? Every day, we hear arguments about environmental issues in the media. This book gives readers the tools to make sense of and evaluate some of these arguments. Using relatable and...

Should animals be kept in zoos? Is it okay to use animals for entertainment in circuses or rodeos? Every day, we hear arguments about animal issues in the media. This book gives readers the tools to make sense of and evaluate some of these...

A curious child asks big, timeless questions-What is death? What is religion? Why do people believe different things?-and a loving parent tries to answer in ways a young mind can truly grasp. This book becomes that bridge. Designed as a simple, engaging dialogue between...

Every child has questions. Every parent has love.In The Way You Made Me, curious baby animals ask the questions every child wonders about themselves: Why am I different?Why do I look like this?Why do I feel so deeply?From a giraffe's long legs to a...

The Hidden Reading Crisis 75% of reading difficulties stem from poor sight word recognition Kids who don't master sight words by age 6 struggle with reading fluency for years Teachers report that kids who know sight words read 3x faster and comprehend better Every...

Author: Milet PublishingISBN-10: 1840596155ISBN-13: 9781840596151Publisher: Milet PublishingLanguage: EnglishPublished: 12/31/2011Pages: 24Format: Board BookWeight: 0.50lbsSize: 6.40h x 6.40w x 0.50d

Guaranteed to enrich a toddler's vocabulary, this simple and fun series of bilingual board books is ideal for helping children discover a foreign language. Titles in the series feature animals, clothes, colors, fruit, home, jobs, music, numbers, opposites, plants, school, sports, tools, vegetables, and...

Guaranteed to enrich a toddler's vocabulary, this simple and fun series of bilingual board books is ideal for helping children discover a foreign language. Highlighting more complex concepts that go beyond colors and numbers, titles in the series feature animals, fruit, home, and vegetables....

Introduce your little one to the colorful world of animals with the "Animal Dot Marker Activity Book." Designed especially for children aged 1 and up, this delightful coloring book is the perfect way to kickstart their artistic journey.Inside these pages, your child will discover...

What do puzzles, mazes and online games have in common? Research has shown that all of these brain games assist in maintaining and improving memory and cognition. The brain is a complex organ and needs exercise just as the rest of the body does....

"Carefully leveled text and vibrant photographs introduce early fluent readers to the practice of weighing and encourage them to try it themselves. Includes infographics, activity, glossary, and index."--Author: Nadia HigginsISBN-10: 1620314118ISBN-13: 9781620314111Publisher: Pogo BooksLanguage: EnglishPublished: 08/01/2016Pages: 24Format: Library BindingWeight: 1.00lbsSize: 9.10h x 7.70w x...

Caring for our Bodies is a great way for young readers to learn the importance of good hygiene. Each chapter explores how things like proper tooth care and grooming can help children stay happy and healthy.Author: Mike GoldsmithISBN-10: 0778747182ISBN-13: 9780778747185Publisher: Crabtree ClassicsLanguage: EnglishPublished: 08/01/2009Pages:...

Gene's Greeting Skills is a gentle, engaging children's book designed to help young readers learn how to greet others with confidence and kindness.Gene wants to say hello-but knowing how and when can feel tricky. Through clear examples, simple language, and supportive moments, children learn...

Get Your Child Racing Toward Kindergarten Success!Fuel children's imagination and skills with fast-paced, Hot Wheels(TM) themed fun! Hot Wheels(TM) Brain Race Kindergarten Workbook, designed for ages 5-6, is packed with hands-on activities inspired by the characters and themes from Hot Wheels(TM) Let's Race--turning everyday...

Get Your Child Racing Toward Kindergarten Success!Fuel children's imagination and skills with fast-paced, Hot Wheels(TM) themed fun! Hot Wheels(TM) Brain Race PreK Workbook, designed for ages 4-5, is packed with hands-on activities inspired by the characters and themes from Hot Wheels(TM) Let's Race--turning everyday...

Get Your Child Racing Toward School Success!Fuel children's imagination and skills with fast-paced, Hot Wheels(TM) themed fun! Hot Wheels(TM) Brain Race Preschool Workbook, designed for ages 3-4, is packed with hands-on activities inspired by the characters and themes from Hot Wheels(TM) Let's Race--turning everyday...

Fun, Confidence-Boosting Learning with Barbie(TM) and Friends! Make learning inspiring with Barbie(TM) Dream School: Kindergarten Workbook - a vibrant, engaging resource that supports reading, math, science, and social studies for children ages 5-6. This colorful workbook features easy-to-follow instructions and playful learning activities that...

Fun, Get-Ready-for-Kindergarten Learning with Barbie(TM) and Friends! Make learning inspiring with Barbie(TM) Dream School: PreK Workbook - a vibrant, engaging resource that supports early literacy, math, science, and social studies for children ages 4-5. This colorful workbook features easy-to-follow instructions and playful learning activities...

Fun, Confidence-Boosting Learning with Barbie and Friends!Make learning inspiring with Barbie(TM) Dream School: Preschool Workbook--a vibrant, engaging resource that supports early literacy, math, science, and social studies for children ages 3-4.This colorful workbook features easy-to-follow instructions and playful learning activities that encourage kids to...

In Foxy's Book of Friendship and Kindness: A Journal for Kids, creativity meets compassion in a fun, interactive way to help children ages 6-10 build empathy, strengthen friendships, and spread kindness. This engaging journal blends Social-Emotional Learning (SEL) with STEM-friendly activities to nurture essential...

Explore the desert-designed for every learner.In this rhythmic, visually accessible picture book, young readers meet the fascinating animals of the desert-one at a time. From the long-eared fennec fox to the quick-footed roadrunner, each page pairs simple, rhyming text with clear, high-contrast photographs to...

Molly's Big Red Kite is a heartwarming story about resilience, emotions, and the power of forgiveness. When Molly's beloved red kite is broken her frustration quickly turns to sadness. But with the guidance of the wise Mr. Oslo, she learns that it's okay to...