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Alzheimer's disease is the most common type of dementia in the world. In 2019, about 5.8 million Americans were living with this disease. Alzheimer's is often called a "family disease" because watching a loved one's health decline can affect the entire family. Understanding this situation can be especially difficult for children. Why doesn't grandma remember my name? Why did grandpa have to move into a care home? This book will help young readers...
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From the time we're born, we have relationships with others. We often trust the person or people who care for us because they make us feel good and safe. Readers will learn that trust and openness can help them establish emotional connections with people for the rest of their lives. They'll learn that developing give-and-take relationships will build better friendships. They'll be able to better relate to others, which will make others want to build...
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Life for kids sometimes feels like a series of demands: take out the garbage, do your homework, don't talk to strangers, time for bed! No wonder children complain that their parents always tell them what to do, but it's important for them to understand that parents say these things because they love them. It is also a parent's responsibility to protect their children and teach them how to be functioning members of society. Parents offer good advice...
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Communities around the world have laws. Police officers have the authority to make sure that those laws are followed so that communities stay safe. They are available 24 hours a day if someone needs their help. Police officers spend a lot of time in the neighborhoods that they patrol, getting to know the people that live there and teaching them how to keep themselves from becoming victims of crime. This book explains what police officers do in their...
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A good education is important for a successful future, and it's up to teachers to provide kids with that education. Each year, from kindergarten to high school, teachers present new subjects to their students. Teachers work very hard to help students understand complex concepts and give them extra help when they need it, but this is difficult to do unless students are paying attention. This book explains to readers their responsibility to listen to...
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It's impossible to know exactly what other people are thinking, but if a person has perspective, it can be much easier to have an idea of those thoughts. This volume introduces students to the idea of perspective-taking or seeing things from another person's point of view. Students will learn that perspective taking can help them build better relationships with friends and family. They will be better able to resolve conflicts if they're thinking about...
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Families should know what to do if a fire breaks out, but first they should also know about fire prevention. Because cooking is the leading cause of fires in the U.S, kitchen fire safety is a priority. Families should be aware of other hazards like old electrical cords or lit candles, and every household should have a fire escape plan. This essential volume teaches readers that firefighters are experts on fire prevention and safety and are always...
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Good health means taking care of your body, and teeth are just as important as any other part. Everyone should brush their teeth at least twice a day, floss once a day, and get regular cleanings by a dentist. Dentists are tooth doctors, they remove harmful bacteria from teeth and gums to prevent diseases. They also fix problems with unhealthy teeth. Readers will learn about what a dentist does and why dental hygiene is important. Closely related photographs...
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When someone is sick or injured they go see a doctor. Doctors are trained to figure out what is making the person sick and the kinds of treatment needed to cure them. If the person doesn't want to get sick again, or make an injury worse, they must follow the doctor's orders. This book gives readers examples of why someone would see a doctor and how important it is to follow the doctor's instructions. Relevant images aid readers in making textual connections....
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The library is a crucial resource on which many people depend. It has books and resources for research or for pleasure reading. There are computers available to the public, DVDs, and newspaper articles. The library also hosts group activities for kids, such as storytelling, crafts, music, and games. The librarian is in charge of the library and keeps everything organized and running smoothly. This must-have book explains what a librarian does and...
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Many children take the bus to school every day. To ensure a safe ride, there are rules they need to follow. One of the most important rules is to listen to the bus driver. It's important to stay seated and wait until the driver tells the riders it's OKAY to get up. Riders need to stay quiet so they don't distract the driver. The driver also uses hand signals as kids enter or exit the bus to let them know when to cross the street. This must-have book...
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