The windy days of spring can seem like a drag to young children ready to emerge from the indoors after a long winter. But, it can be lots of fun to use the wind and make a kite soar, dip, and twirl in the breeze! This engaging book includes age-appropriate information about the season of spring, including weather and activities one can do, highlighting the fun and wonder of flying a kite. Close picture-to-text correlation aid comprehension for new...

Nothing says "summer" more than a trip to the beach! The sand, sun, and waves of a lake or ocean beach invite children to create with and discover amazing things about the world around them, from sandcastles to seashells. In the colorful volume, readers learn what to expect of a beach trip during the summertime, reviewing features of the summer season and activities that take place at the beach. Close picture-to-text correlation aids comprehension...

The Trail of Tears is the name used to describe the forced migration of the Cherokee people in the 1830s from their homelands in the southeastern United States to land in what's now Oklahoma. This devastating journey took the lives of thousands of Native Americans, and it's one of the most shameful chapters in American history. Detailed main text-supported by enlightening sidebars and primary sources-gives readers a clear picture of the reasons the...

In 2011, Michelle Obama said, 'There are still many causes worth sacrificing for, so much history yet to be made.' Since leaving the White House, she has continued to live by those words. Readers explore the most current examples of her activism, but they also take a look into her past to see how her impressive educational and professional background made her a unique and historic First Lady. Detailed sidebars, vibrant photographs, and annotated quotes...

With riveting text, authentic photographs, and revealing primary sources, this book deeply examines the history of the civil rights movement in Texas. Readers will learn about the cultural tension and struggles of minorities from the beginning of Texas statehood until the mid-1900s. The text highlights key figures, as well as the organizations that contributed to social justice in Texas. Thorough inspection of the major events and social climate of...

Idina Menzel got her start acting and singing on stage. When she voiced Elsa in the popular Disney movie Frozen, Menzel was introduced to a different realm of fame. Young Frozen fans and aspiring singers and actors will be immersed in this engaging biography that features quotes from Menzel and eye-catching photographs of the star. Age-appropriate text tells all about Menzel's life, from her upbringing and early roles to her big breaks and the numerous...

Lindsey Vonn's journey to the top of her sport began at age three when she learned to ski with her father. By 17, she had made the Olympic team! Before her retirement in 2019, Lindsey had an astonishing 82 World Cup wins and set records for downhill skiing. In this book, readers find out what kept Lindsey hitting the slopes, her appearances in four Olympic Games, and her major accomplishments during her 15-year career. Full-color photographs bring...

There are many types of grass, from tall bamboo, which can be used for furniture to wheat, which makes flour. The most familiar is the short, soft grass used in our lawns. Readers will explore fun facts about this common plant. They'll see detailed photographs of the beautiful diversity of grasses on Earth.

Artists are some of the great observers of history. Whether it's with a canvas and brush or piece of stone and chisel or modelling clay, art has long depicted historical events, people, and movements. In this book, readers are introduced to using art as a primary source. Through interesting yet accessible text, this volume gives struggling readers both modern and history examples of how art can teach us about the past and the world around us. Accompanying...

Knowing how to read common types of maps is a worthwhile skill. While computers have made paper maps seem outdated, many people still check out weather maps, road maps, and even simple political maps online. Through examples and full-color images, readers are introduced to physical maps, climate maps, and more. The main content includes basic map concepts, such as using map keys, scale, and latitude and longitude. From population to precipitation,...