Cari Meister

Think there's just one fairy tale with two children sent into the woods? Think again Cultures all around the world have their own Hansel and Gretel stories. Visit Germany, Russia, Italy, and Japan, and find out who follows a line of ashes instead of breadcrumbs, and who escapes the witch using a handkerchief that turns into a river.

Think there's just one fairy tale with two children sent into the woods? Think again Cultures all around the world have their own Hansel and Gretel stories. Visit Germany, Russia, Italy, and Japan, and find out who follows a line of ashes instead of breadcrumbs, and who escapes the witch using a handkerchief that turns into a river.

Think there's just one fairy tale with a beautiful girl and a monster? Think again Cultures all around the world have their own Beauty and the Beast stories. Visit France, China, and Switzerland, to find out who asks for a grape instead of a rose, and whose beast is a snake.

Did you know that Leonardo Da Vinci could draw with one hand while writing backward with the other? Ever wondered when toilet paper was invented? Curious to find out how large the first computer was? Check out all of the mind-bending, amazing facts about modern history

In Horned Animals, early fluent readers learn about animals such as the yak, kudu, and cape buffalo that protect themselves against predators with strong and sharp horns. Vibrant, full-color photos and carefully leveled text engage young readers as they explore the unique adaptations of these horned animals. An infographic compares the horns of various animals, and an activity offers kids an opportunity to extend discovery. Children can learn more about horned animals using our safe search engine that provides relevant, age-appropriate websites. Horned Animals also features reading tips for teachers and parents, a table of contents, a glossary, and an index. Horned Animals is part of Jump 's Back Off Animal Defenses series.

Ever wondered how many strands of hair you lose in a single day? Curious about how many taste buds are on your tongue? Want to know how many bacteria live in your bellybutton? Totally amazing facts about the human body will keep curious minds wanting more

Did you know that your brain feels sort of like a marshmallow? Ever wondered how much your brain weighs? Want to know how quickly your brain processes information? Totally amazing facts about the human mind will keep struggling and reluctant readers wanting more

A child goes on a safari in Africa and observes lions hunting and lions' behavior in their pride.

In Chameleons, beginning readers will learn how chameleons change their skin color to hide from predators or find a mate. Vibrant, full-color photos and carefully leveled text will engage young readers as they discover the colorful world of chameleons. A labeled diagram helps readers identify a chameleon's body parts, while a picture glossary reinforces new vocabulary. Children can learn more about chameleons online using our safe search engine that provides relevant, age-appropriate websites. Chameleons also features reading tips for teachers and parents, a table of contents, and an index. Chameleons is part of Jump 's Reptile World series.

In Volcanoes, early fluent readers learn what volcanoes are, why they form, and what makes them so dangerous. Vibrant, full-color photos and carefully leveled text will engage young readers as they learn about the deadliest volcanoes and how to stay safe when the ground spits fire. An infographic illustrates the different parts of a volcano, and an activity offers kids an opportunity to extend discovery. Children can learn more about volcanoes using our safe search engine that provides relevant, age-appropriate websites. Volcanoes also features reading tips for teachers and parents, a table of contents, a glossary, and an index. Volcanoes is part of Jump 's Disaster Zone series.

In Earthquakes, early fluent readers learn about what happens during an earthquake, including where and why earthquakes happen. Vibrant, full-color photos and carefully leveled text will engage young readers as they learn about the deadliest earthquakes and how to stay safe when the ground starts to rumble. An infographic shows areas of the world most susceptible to earthquakes, and an activity offers kids an opportunity to extend discovery. Children can learn more about earthquakes using our safe search engine that provides relevant, age-appropriate websites. Earthquakes also features reading tips for teachers and parents, a table of contents, a glossary, and an index. Earthquakes is part of Jump 's Disaster Zone series.

In Snapping Turtles, beginning readers will follow a hungry snapper as it lures in prey with its worm-like tongue. Vibrant, full-color photos and carefully leveled text will engage young readers as they discover the fascinating world of snapping turtles. A labeled diagram helps readers identify a snapping turtle's body parts, while a picture glossary reinforces new vocabulary. Children can learn more about snapping turtles online using our safe search engine that provides relevant, age-appropriate websites. Snapping Turtles also features reading tips for teachers and parents, a table of contents, and an index. Snapping Turtles is part of Jump 's Reptile World series.

In Tsunamis, early fluent readers learn what happens during a tsunami, including how tsunamis form and where they most often occur. Vibrant, full-color photos and carefully leveled text will engage young readers as they learn about the deadliest tsunamis and how to stay safe when a tsunami approaches. An infographic illustrates how an underwater earthquake can spawn a tsunami, and an activity offers kids an opportunity to extend discovery. Children can learn more about volcanoes using our safe search engine that provides relevant, age-appropriate websites. Volcanoes also features reading tips for teachers and parents, a table of contents, a glossary, and an index. Tsunamis is part of Jump 's Disaster Zone series.

Did you know that vultures pee on their legs to keep cool? Ever wondered how much a newborn hippo weighs? Curious to know how many mosquitoes a bat eats in one hour? Wacky, wild facts and a bright, bold design will keep struggling and reluctant readers wanting more

Did you know that a mantis shrimp can punch with the force of a 22-caliber bullet? Ever wonder hiw big a newborn blue whale is? Curious to know how long a whale shark actually is? Wacky, wild facts and a bright, bold design will keep struggling and reluctant readers wanting more

In Peacocks, beginning readers will learn how peacocks find food and stay safe from predators. Vibrant, full-color photos and carefully leveled text will engage young readers as they discover the world of peacocks. A labeled diagram helps readers identify a peacock's body parts, while a picture glossary reinforces new vocabulary. Children can learn more about peacocks online using our safe search engine that provides relevant, age-appropriate websites. Peacocks also features reading tips for teachers and parents, a table of contents, and an index. Peacocks is part of Jump 's My First Animal Library series.

In Wolves, beginning readers will follow a pack of wolves as its members work together to hunt for food. Vibrant, full-color photos and carefully leveled text will engage children as they learn how wolves survive in the wild. A labeled diagram helps readers identify a wolf's body parts, while a picture glossary reinforces new vocabulary. Children can learn more about wolves online using our safe search engine that provides relevant, age-appropriate websites. Wolves also features reading tips for teachers and parents, a table of contents, and an index. Wolves is part of Jump 's My First Animal Library series.