Elizabeth Morgan

Hanukkah commemorates an important moment in the history of the Jewish people, and readers explore the history behind this holiday through accessible main text that combines facts and fun From the meaning of the Hanukkah menorah to the writing on a dreidel, the symbols of this special celebration are explained in an age-appropriate way that encourages Jewish readers to better understand their history and encourages readers of different backgrounds to learn more about holidays they've never celebrated before. A simple recipe is included, along with colorful photographs of Hanukkah celebrations around the world.

Decorating trees, sending letters to Santa, and writing cards for loved ones are all popular Christmas traditions. But how did they start? Readers learn the history behind some of the most beloved parts of this popular holiday in this detailed look at the way we celebrate Christmas. Historical context is presented through accessible main text and additional sidebars, and readers are also encouraged to look more closely at Christmas celebrations around the world. Colorful photographs and a tasty gingerbread recipe are sure to put readers into the Christmas spirit no matter when they pick up this volume.

Readers are given both a historical and contemporary view of veterans and the challenges they've faced as they learn about the history of Veterans Day. From the battlefields of World War I to today's military parades and memorials, photographs of veterans and those who honor them are presented alongside detailed main text. Historical context and current issues facing veterans are explained using accessible text, and readers are encouraged to make a craft to share with a veteran in their life to keep the spirit of this holiday alive all year.

Decorating trees, sending letters to Santa, and writing cards for loved ones are all popular Christmas traditions. But how did they start? Readers learn the history behind some of the most beloved parts of this popular holiday in this detailed look at the way we celebrate Christmas. Historical context is presented through accessible main text and additional sidebars, and readers are also encouraged to look more closely at Christmas celebrations around the world. Colorful photographs and a tasty gingerbread recipe are sure to put readers into the Christmas spirit no matter when they pick up this volume.

The park is a fun place to visit, and it's a fun place to learn about colors. Young learners discover an array of different colors in this vibrant book, which includes full-color photographs. Achievable text provides relatable examples of colorful objects and parts of nature found in parks in different communities. Readers are able to easily compare and contrast what they're reading about to things they see in their everyday lives. This book's simple language and short sentences help readers build vocabulary skills.

Young readers learn about different colors they can spot at the zoo through clear text and full-color photographs of animals, such as pink flamingos, gray elephants, and black and white zebras. The accessible main text presented using simple, short sentences helps readers develop constructive comprehension and observational skills, along with helping them build their vocabulary. The engaging content can also be read aloud to young children by adults. This high-interest way to teach young readers about an essential early curriculum concept is sure to leave them both enlightened and entertained.

In some parts of the world, students go to school all year. Is this a good idea? Readers ask themselves this question as they explore different arguments for and against year-round schooling. As they discover these different points of view, they learn the importance of respecting other opinions. The informative main text is supplemented by fact boxes, which readers can use to develop their own informed opinion on this topic. Full-color photographs and a helpful graphic organizer enhance the reading experience, keeping young readers engaged as they develop essential critical-thinking skills.

There's nothing like a wedding to bring the family together.... If not for her baby sister's impending marriage, Margaret West would never return home. But after six long years, she finds herself a maid of honour who must answer to the people she left behind. If her parents' interrogation doesn't drive her to drink, facing her foster brother, Adrian, just might. To make matters worse, her ex-fianc is the vicar who will conduct her sister's ceremony. Everyone demands to know why she ran off. But the more time she spends at home, the more Margaret realizes even she doesn't know the real reason.

Construction workers build and repair the homes, roads, and skyscrapers we see around us every day. Readers discover fun facts about this important career as they learn about the skills and tools used by construction workers on the job. Fact boxes and a detailed graphic organizer provide additional information in an eye-catching way. Full-color photographs of construction workers give readers a clear picture of what this career is all about. Readers also learn what they can do now to begin preparing for a career in construction if this kind of work fits their interests and skills.

"What happens in Silver Creek...stays in Silver Creek." After spending the summer as a recluse due to a bad break-up, Nicole Saunders agrees to go to The Heat Wave Festival with her best friends, Kacey and Tyler. Along with three other friends, they plan to take a shortcut through the small town of Silver Creek. The last thing any of them expect is to become lost and end up pulling into a motel for the night. The Creek Motel is isolated and the last place Nicole wants to be, especially after meeting the glacial owner. But her discomfort is soon forgotten as she finally gives in to her feelings and asks Kacey and Tyler to spend the night with her. This should be bliss, but it quickly turns into a nightmare when she discovers that one of their friends has mysteriously disappeared from her locked room in the middle of the night. Worried, Nicole presumes the worst, but she will soon discover that isolation can be the perfect stage for those who have something to hide...and that Jayne's disappearance is more disturbing than any of them could have guessed.

The Gemini constellation looks like twins in the sky. Readers discover where to find Gemini and what other astronomical phenomena occur near this constellation, including the amazing Geminid meteor shower. While readers explore important science curriculum topics, they also learn about mythology as they discover the story of Castor and Pollux, the namesakes of Gemini's two brightest stars. Stunning space photographs make this a reading experience that's both educational and entertaining. Readers will be eager to go outside and look for Gemini themselves once they reach the final page.

Killing Vampires? Easy. Tracking someone? Simple. Helping, and protecting a Vampire slayer . . . . Bloody hard work Thirteen years ago, Brendan Daniels made a deal with a psychic. In exchange for information on the whereabouts of a Rogue Werewolf, he promised to help and protect Sofia's granddaughter. Unfortunately, he had no idea what he was letting himself, or his Pack, in for. Nothing about Heather is simple, from her weird dietary needs to her life's mission. The girl can handle herself, but the promise to protect her soon becomes a need, and one he can't fully understand. Vampire Slayer. Born Infected. Addicted to blood . . . but not by choice. Heather Ryan is the current Slayer in a long family line. Like all before her, she has spent her life searching for her ancestor, Marko Pavel, the Vampire her family has sworn to kill. If that isn't complicated enough, she is also a born "Infected", and to keep her from becoming insane or giving in to her darker side, she is on a very strict diet. Now that her Grandmother Sofia has passed, it is up to Heather to take the family legacy into her own hands. Or at least, it would have been...if her Grandmother hadn't sent a Werewolf to help her. What is the irritating Brendan supposed to help her with? Sofia never told either of them. Luckily, it doesn't take long for Heather and Brendan to find out that the Vampires have big plans, and that the Leeches have waited a long time for them both. This title contains explicit language, violence, and some scenes of a sexual nature.

Dealing with the Rogue Werewolves terrorizing his Pack? Simple. Trying to convince his mate he does want to be with her? Bloody impossible. Owen MacLaren is the Alpha's son and the Pack's second, and he has never been one to let anything get to him. So when a bunch of Rogues begin purposely dumping mutilated bodies around the Pack Keep, he is more than ready to deal with the Werewolves responsible. But one night off and a trip to a local strip joint for a colleague's stag night changes things, and Owen soon discovers he isn't immune to everything . . . . Being an independent Loup and travelling the world? Easy. Having to come home and face the Werewolf who broke her young heart? Challenging. After five years away, Clare Walker finds herself back home in Scotland, working in a strip club. The tips are decent, and she gets to dance, but it isn't a place she thought she would ever be, let alone Owen, her Pack second and the mate she has always desired. Although Owen is determined to prove he wants to be with Clare, things can't go smoothly between them, not when they have past issues to sort out and a bunch of unusual 'Rogues' to deal with. This title contains explicit language, violence, and graphic sex.

Will she let down her hair for the man of her fantasies? Famous for her long, golden hair and beaming smile, Razel D'Punz is the hottest model in the industry. But although most women would kill to get ahead in this profession, Razel lives an isolated life; one she has learnt to accept...until she meets Matthew Prince, a new photographer in the business. Refusing to let her mother/agent's strict rules stop her from spending time with the man of her fantasies, Razel quickly discovers that one night with Matthew isn't enough.... And neither is the life she is chained to. Something will have to change if she is ever to get her very own Happily Ever After. This title contains explicit language and graphic sex.

Working with measurements and data is an essential skill for all math students. Readers are introduced to concepts such as describing and comparing measurable attributes and sorting objects into categories. Each skill is explained with the help of accessible text and bright images. A trip through town provides an engaging context for readers to learn about the measurable attributes of various familiar objects. Written to reflect the Common Core State Standards for Mathematics, the text highlights standard K. MD. A.1. This book should be paired with Around My City (9781477715963) from the Rosen Math Readers Program to provide the alternative point of view on the same topic.

What Is Energy? is aligned to the Common Core State Standards for English/Language Arts, addressing Literacy. RI.3.1 and Literacy. L.3.1b. Readers learn about where energy comes from and how it is used in this book, which includes full-page color photographs along with narrative nonfiction text. This book should be paired with "Sources of Energy (9781477726433) from the InfoMax Common Core Readers Program to provide the alternative point of view on the same topic.

My Shopping Trip is aligned to the Common Core State Standards for English/Language Arts, addressing Literacy. RI. K.2 and Literacy. L. K.1. A full-page image of a tantalizing, delicious pie starts off this book, which introduces readers to various items they will encounter at the supermarket. Each spread presents the simple phrase I see... on one side, with the object it describes on the other side. The final spread ends on a delightful note for young readers: I see candy. This book should be paired with "Ava Goes Shopping" (9781448886586) from the Rosen Common Core Readers Program to provide the alternative point of view on the same topic.