Bobbie Kalman

This interesting book teaches children about the different foods plants provide for us and for animals, and how trees provide homes for animals and wood for people's homes. Simple explanations also describe what a plant is, where it grows, and how it makes food and cleans the air. Children are encouraged to grow vegetable or flower gardens and to plant trees with their families.

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 - sliding on mucus, slithering, and swimming. An activity asks children to write down all the ways they move in one day.

Often called the Blue Planet, Earth is made up mostly of water. In this simple science book, children will learn about the different states of water - liquid, vapor, and solid, and what happens when water changes from one state to another. An illustration of the water cycle helps explain how water evaporates, moves to the sky, and falls back down as rain or snow.

Spotlight on South Africa introduces readers to this vast country, from Table Mountain to the dry veldt, or grassland, where elephants, lions, and other wildlife live in protected parks. With the defeat of apartheid - the laws that limited the rights of black people - the future is much brighter for South Africans of all races. The daily lives and family traditions of the mix of people and cultures that make up South Africa today are highlighted. A special section features the joyful celebration of the World Cup of soccer held in South Africa in 2010.

Spotlight on Italy introduces children to a country that has influenced the world throughout history. Children will learn about ancient Rome and its famous art, architecture, and language. They will also be taken on a tour of the country from the towering Alps to the sandy beaches of the Mediterranean islands. The daily lives of modern Italians is also presented along with their customs and traditions.

When is a dog not a dog? When it's dressed up like a bee, or a spider, or a cow Repetitive text structure and hilarious photos of dogs in costumes will keep very young readers turning the pages of this entertaining book. Each page also includes a picture of the animal the dogs are impersonating. A simple activity at the end asks children to match dogs with people who are dressed the same way.

This intriguing book asks children to identify objects made from different materials - metals, wool, rubber, glass, wood, and paper. Simple explanations follow each object describing where these materials come from - metals come from the ground, wool comes from sheep, glass is made from sand, rubber comes from rubber-tree sap, and wood and paper come from trees. An activity asks children to match objects with the materials from which they are made.

This clear, simple book introduces children to the concept that living things need energy, and energy comes from food. Starting with an introduction to photosynthesis, children will follow along the food chain as the energy flows to herbivores and carnivores. A diagram, using photos of plants, a rabbit, and a fox, demonstrates a food chain. A detailed illustration of a forest food web follows.

This engaging new title tells the story of Lamborghini— from the humble background of founder Ferruccio Lamborghini to the brand’s modern reputation as one of the most stylish supercars. This title includes information about racing history, prototypes, and technical specifications. Stunning full-color photographs capture the essence of this coveted supercar.

This engaging book shows extreme differences in sizes, colors and light, texture, smell and taste, the states of water, landforms, positions and directions on Earth, seasons, and even in people. An activity spread asks children to find opposite characteristics in a group of animals.

Pollination directly affects the food supply on Earth. Pollinators are threatened by pesticides, invasive species, and habitat destruction, but they are especially threatened by a lack of awareness about their importance. This informative book filled with stunning photographs will help children look at insects in a very different way.

Mathematicians say that symmetry has to be identical parts, but nature is never truly identical. However, it is far more interesting than geometric shapes! Reading this book, children will be delighted by amazing photographs of butterflies, beetles, leaves and flowers, fruit, sea creatures, and children.

This book will make young scientists aware of the super powers of nature and may inspire some to find ways to change the future of Earth! Fantastic examples feature living things that live at the depths of oceans and at the tops of the highest mountains, harness the energy of the sun to make food, make oxygen from carbon dioxide, walk on water, build structures that are air-conditioned, and make materials stronger than steel—without ever polluting or damaging the environment.

This book explores the world of emotions and helps children identify their own feelings. Entertaining photographs show young readers what emotions look like on children's faces. Patterned text and an activity help readers understand a wide range of emotions.

One dog in a teacup, two caterpillars on a leaf, three horses having a conversation... Fun photographs and simple repetitive text help introduce young readers to counting numbers from zero to ten. Strong picture-to-text support and a fish-counting activity encourage young readers to engage with the text.

This exciting book takes readers on a tour of a busy school community. Colorful photographs feature children on their way to school, in their classrooms, and following school rules. Young readers will also learn about the jobs of teachers, librarians, and principals. An important and very relevant section teaches children how to stay healthy inside their school communities.

This book explores the world of emotions and helps children identify their own feelings. Entertaining photographs show young readers what emotions look like on children's faces. Patterned text and an activity help readers understand a wide range of emotions.

This delightful book teaches readers about the world of baby animals by identifying animals that share the same names. Adorable photos feature pups (baby dogs and foxes), cubs (baby wolves and bears), and kids (baby goats and human children). An activity featuring photographs of animals asks children how many baby animal names they know.

Young readers are introduced to the many changes children experience in their early years. The simple text takes readers on a journey from the day a child is born through the first six years of life. An interactive activity asks them how old they were when they reached their own growth milestones of first teeth, first steps, and first day of school.

This entertaining book teaches young readers about the different body parts they use to move and play. Body parts are labeled on the photos showing how elbows, knees, ankles, and fingers bend. Repetitive text structure and close picture-to-text match makes the concept relatable to children.