Alicia Klepeis

Pack your bags—it’s time for a trip to South Africa! This nation, the southernmost on the African continent, is full of beautiful landscapes, fun activities, and interesting traditions. In this title, readers will see it all! Leveled text supported by engaging photos introduce all that South Africa has to offer. Added features introduce landmarks, wildlife, a famous person profile, a recipe, and more. This fun title shows readers just why this nation shines!

Time for a journey to the Philippines! This tropical nation is made up of more than 7,000 islands. These beautiful islands are filled with lush rain forests, rugged mountains, and sandy coasts. In this fact-filled title, leveled text and vibrant photos introduce the country’s landscape, wildlife, traditions, day-to-day life, and more. Special features show off famous landmarks, introduce native animals, and introduce readers to delicious recipes and fun activities. Readers will soon be ready to pack their bags for a visit to the beautiful Philippines!

Located in the center of the U. S., Kansas has wide-open skies and fields of golden wheat as far as the eye can see. But there is much more to the state than farms and ranches. Throughout this fact-filled title, readers will uncover the history, landscape, culture, and traditions that make Kansas special. Features map the location of landforms and cities, introduce Native Americans, profile a famous face, and even highlight a tasty recipe. Get ready to experience the beauty of Kansas

Whether you're sledding down a sand dune or exploring Albuquerque's museums, there is a lot to discover about New Mexico This fact-filled title introduces the state's history, landscape, industry, and culture through engaging text and vivid photos. Maps show off the location of important landforms and cities, while other features highlight Native American tribes, show off wildlife, and uncover New Mexico's history, sports teams, and favorite foods. Readers will love exploring the Land of Enchantment

Connecticut packs a lot into its small size Readers can learn about the Constitution State's unique foods, variety of wildlife, and favorite festivals in this informative title. Features include maps, a timeline, an introduction to inventions from the state, and profiles of a favorite sports team and famous Connecticuter. From the sea to the mountains, this fun title has Connecticut covered

Welcome to New York From the bustle of New York City to the peaceful lakes of the Adirondacks to the chilly shores of the Great Lakes, the Empire State has a lot to explore. In this fact-filled title, readers will learn about New York's landscape, wildlife, communities, and more through engaging text and colorful photos. Features highlight important landmarks, the state's weather and wildlife, a famous face, a notable sports team, and so much more

From its rugged western mountains to its grassy eastern plains, Montana is full of beauty Through informative text and vivid photographs, this fact-filled title explores the state's history, landscape, industry, and culture. Maps show readers the location of Montana's cities and landforms, while other features introduce Native American tribes, profile animals and sports teams, highlight inventions, and even invite readers to try a famous recipe. Students will soon discover all that makes Montana special

Hawaii is one of the most unique states in the country This archipelago draws many visitors with its swaying palm trees and sandy beaches. But it is rich with culture and history, too With this fact-filled title, readers can explore the history, landscape, people, and animals of Hawaii through leveled text and stunning photos. Features highlight a favorite recipe, a famous Hawaiian, and a unique animal, as well as mapping out the landscape and history. Get ready for a trip to paradise with this fun read

From the depths of Mammoth Cave to the heights of the Appalachian Mountains, Kentucky has a lot to explore Readers can learn about the state's history, landscape, people, festivals, and favorite things to do with this fact-filled title. Features highlight inventions made in the state, introduce native peoples from the area, examine historical events, and let readers try out a favorite recipe. Find out all that the Bluegrass State has to offer with this fun title

This STEM-based science biography explores Benjamin Franklin's lifetime of boundless curiosity and encourages kids to imagine what they can do as inventors and scientists through hands-on projects Inventor. Scientist. Diplomat. Printer. Benjamin Franklin was a very curious person, which led to lots of different roles during his lifetime. In The Science and Technology of Ben Franklin, readers ages 9 through 12 explore the life of one of colonial America's most fascinating citizens. They discover what it might have been like to be a young person in the early eighteenth century, when work and entertainment looked much different from today. Franklin's frequent forays into science and technology drive the story forward as kids grow more and more eager to see how Franklin solves the problems he's confronted with. Even when Franklin's experiments failed or his inventions flopped, he continued to take risks in order to push the limits of people's knowledge of the world back then. His dedication to invention and experimentation gave the world new insight into electricity, heat, and much more. Kids gain these same insights through hands-on STEM activities, essential questions, text-to-world connections, and links to online resources that encourage readers to take a closer look into Franklin's world. The Science and Technology of Ben Franklin is part of a set of three Build It Science Biographies that capture the curiosity of three science revolutionaries who were able to glimpse beyond the limits of human experience and make discoveries that continue to resonate today. Other titles in this set include The Science and Technology of Leonardo da Vinci and The Science and Technology of Marie Curie.

This STEM-based science biography explores Benjamin Franklin's lifetime of boundless curiosity and encourages kids to imagine what they can do as inventors and scientists through hands-on projects Inventor. Scientist. Diplomat. Printer. Benjamin Franklin was a very curious person, which led to lots of different roles during his lifetime. In The Science and Technology of Ben Franklin, readers ages 9 through 12 explore the life of one of colonial America's most fascinating citizens. They discover what it might have been like to be a young person in the early eighteenth century, when work and entertainment looked much different from today. Franklin's frequent forays into science and technology drive the story forward as kids grow more and more eager to see how Franklin solves the problems he's confronted with. Even when Franklin's experiments failed or his inventions flopped, he continued to take risks in order to push the limits of people's knowledge of the world back then. His dedication to invention and experimentation gave the world new insight into electricity, heat, and much more. Kids gain these same insights through hands-on STEM activities, essential questions, text-to-world connections, and links to online resources that encourage readers to take a closer look into Franklin's world. The Science and Technology of Ben Franklin is part of a set of three Build It Science Biographies that capture the curiosity of three science revolutionaries who were able to glimpse beyond the limits of human experience and make discoveries that continue to resonate today. Other titles in this set include The Science and Technology of Leonardo da Vinci and The Science and Technology of Marie Curie.

Hands-on space science projects help launch kids ages 8 to 11 into learning about fearless female astronauts who broke barriers across space and gender in this full-color book full of real-world connections Do you dream of going into space? Do you wonder what it's like on the moon? In Gutsy Girls Go for Science: Astronauts with STEM Projects for Kids, readers ages 8 through 11 explore the lives of some of the world's most amazing female astronauts, including Bonnie Dunbar, Sally Ride, Mae Jemison, Sunita Williams, and Serena Au n-Chancellor--all pioneers in the field of space exploration. Their hard work and dedication to science and experimentation gave the world much new knowledge about space, biology, and more. These brave women took risks and pushed the limits of what we know about life in space. - Through hands-on STEM projects such as designing and building space rovers, rockets, and even a model of the International Space Station using inexpensive and easy-to-find supplies, kids gain critical thinking skills just like the ones necessary to succeed in space. - Essential questions, cool facts about female scientists, and links to online resources all reinforce high-level learning. - Using a fun narrative style, engaging illustrations combined with photography, fascinating facts, essential questions, and hands-on projects, this book deepens readers' creative thinking skills. About the Gutsy Girls Go for Science set and Nomad Press Astronauts is part of a set of four Gutsy Girls Go for Science books that explore career connections for young scientists. The other titles in this series include Paleontologists, Engineers, and Programmers. Nomad Press books in the Gutsy Girls Go for Science series integrate content with participation, encouraging readers to engage in student-directed learning. Combining content with inquiry-based projects stimulates learning and makes it active and alive. Nomad's unique approach simultaneously grounds kids in factual knowledge while allowing them the space to be curious, creative, and critical thinkers. All books are leveled for Guided Reading level and Lexile and align with Common Core State Standards and National Curriculum Standards for Social Studies. All titles are available in paperback, hardcover, and ebook formats.

Asia is the largest of the world's seven continents and is home to many countries. Learn about the people, history, geography, and wildlife of the Asian countries. Includes glossary, websites, and fast facts.

The continent of Europe is home to countries large and small. Learn about the people, history, geography, and wildlife of the European continent. This title includes a glossary, websites, and fast facts.

Plant roots are amazing From keeping plants anchored in the ground to sucking up water from the soil, roots are an essential part of plants. Some go deep below Earth's surface while others spread far and wide just below the dirt. Dig in to discover how roots help plants survive.

Francisco looks out his bedroom window and thinks about his home back in El Salvador. He misses his friends and playing in the village's park. He wants to fly a kite near his new home in the U. S., but his mother can't afford one. "If Mam can't buy me a kite, maybe I can make one," he thinks. Picking up a bag, Francisco leaves the apartment in search of treasures that he can use for his project. He finds purple cellophane, a pile of string and a broken model airplane. In his apartment building's recycling area, Francisco discovers other useful items that people have thrown away. He can't wait to spread out all the goodies and start building his very own cometa