The new moon is here. It is Lunar New Year! This beginning title introduces basic facts about this popular holiday, from common foods to favorite traditions. Simple, predictable text and vibrant photos support readers, while a facts page reinforces the text and a photo glossary offers visual definitions. Students who are just starting to read on their own will love this introduction to this joyful holiday!
Josephine Baker was a well-known performer. But what many people donÕt realize is that during World War II, this global superstar was a top spy for France! In this graphic nonfiction title, vibrant illustrations show how Josephine smuggled enemy secrets on musical scores to help the Allies to victory, while historical quotes help Josephine tell the story in her own words. Special features such as a map and a timeline reinforce the text. Reluctant readers will love seeing JosephineÕs daring spywork take center stage in this thrilling title!
From their long bodies to their sharp teeth, eels are fascinating undersea creatures! This low-level title introduces beginning readers to eels, from their body parts to their diet. Colorful photos and easy-to-read text support readers just starting out, while features highlight body parts and favorite foods. Take a trip to the coral reef with this fun title!
Covered in fuzzy down, penguin chicks are adorable! In this title, beginning readers will learn how penguin parents care for their fluffy babies, from feeding them to keeping them warm. Bright, playful photos support simple, predictable sentences, while features such as a diagram and a photo glossary reiterate the text. This cute title will show kids just starting to read how fun books can be!
No venomous snake in North America is larger than the diamondback rattlesnake. The eastern diamondback species can stretch out to a sizable length of 8 feet! Young readers will get wrapped up in discovering the ostentatious ways diamondbacks behave in the face of predators and prey.
The world is full of beautiful bird species! This low-level title helps young readers explore birds on every continent, including body parts, behaviors, and more. Narrative nonfiction text combines with bright illustrations to explore different kinds of birds, while a sidebar summarizes important information and questions encourage readers to think about what they have read. This engaging book is a brilliant choice for budding bird enthusiasts!
It is time to welcome spring with color and family! This title for beginning readers uses easy-to-read text and colorful photos to introduce the Hindu holiday of Holi, from when it happens to how people celebrate. Photo labels support the text while simple features reinforce the information presented. Students just starting to read on their own will love learning about this joyful holiday!
Dark clouds form overhead. Strong winds blow debris across the yard, and a loud, droning siren pierces the air. Time to seek shelter: a tornado has been spotted! This low-level title introduces readers to the power of tornadoes, including engaging text and photos to show the destructive strength of these natural disasters. Special features including a Tornado Alley map, a tornado formation diagram, and an Enhanced Fujita scale will blow readers away!
On Veterans Day, we thank those who have served our country! This low-level title explains the meaning behind this holiday, as well as some of the traditions for the day. Predictable sentences and colorful photos guide beginning readers, while simple features reinforce main ideas, and a photo glossary offers visual aids. Students just starting to read independently will find a lot of support with this engaging title!
Lambs run and jump around their farm. Some butt heads! This book introduces readers to the first year of a lamb’s life. Simple, predictable text and crisp photos share where lambs are born, how they play, what they eat, and more! A list of sight words helps readers spot familiar words. A picture glossary reinforces the main text. The book concludes with a fact page that puts the lamb’s life stages and activities in one place.
Get a glimpse into the science behind video games and the people who help bring them to life! Readers will explore video game developers and how they use STEM at work. Leveled text and vibrant images guide readers through the world of video game development. Along the way, special features profile a notable developer, highlight the uses of STEM on the job, explore how to become a video game developer, and more!
A single day is longer than a year on Venus! This hot, rocky planet is much like Earth, but it holds many mysteries that scientists work hard to unravel. How did it form? What is it made of? These questions and more will be answered in this informative book about Venus – a planet often called “Earth’s Twin.”
From behind, Japanese bobtails look more like rabbits than cats. Their pom-pom tails are an unexpected feature. With every page turn, young readers will better understand the unique appeal of these rare cats and why some people consider them good luck charms.
Many people know that virtual reality is used in video games. But this cutting-edge technology is also used to train doctors, pilots, and more! This high-interest title introduces readers to the past, present, and future of virtual reality through engaging text and vibrant photos. A diagram shows off how virtual reality works, a pro/con comparison examines the technology of VR, and a graph explores how many people use this fascinating technology!
People dressed as skeletons parade through the streets. It is not Halloween. It is Day of the Dead! This title for beginning readers introduces the date, meaning, and traditions of this important Mexican holiday through easy-to-read text and vibrant photos. A facts page reinforces important information, and a photo glossary offers visual support for difficult words. Students just starting to read independently will love this fun introduction to this colorful holiday!
Saint Patrick’s Day is a fun holiday for Irish and non-Irish alike! In this beginning title, young readers will learn about the history and traditions of the holiday through simple, predictable sentences and colorful photos. Helpful features reinforce main ideas from the text while a photo glossary visually defines more difficult words. Readers who are just starting out will feel lucky to have this engaging title!
Self-driving cars don’t need a human to guide them. Instead, they have plenty of help in the form of sensors, cameras, and radar! In this fascinating title, engaging text and crisp photos show readers how self-driving cars work, how they developed, and how they are used. Added features such as a diagram, timeline, graph, and pro/con comparison highlight additional information about self-driving cars. Readers will love learning about these vehicles that may one day take over the roads!
Ohio is full of fascinating history, beautiful landforms, and fun celebrations. In this fact-filled title, readers will discover all of this and more through engaging text and vibrant photographs. Special features highlight the state’s history, Native American tribes, wildlife, sports teams, and favorite foods. The book concludes with a two-page feature that puts all of Ohio’s important stats in one place. Get ready for a trip to the Buckeye State!
Firefighters have arrived. They skillfully put out the flames! Firefighters are important workers who keep our communities safe. This title introduces readers to the job duties of firefighters as well as some of the tools they use to get the job done. Readers will find carefully leveled text and crisp photos. A fact page provides readers with a summary of what they learned. A photo glossary helps readers understand subject-specific terms.
Narwhals are the unicorns of the sea! These mysterious creatures may be known for their long tusks. But they have many other adaptations to survive in the Arctic! In this low-level text, readers will explore the physical and behavioral traits that help narwhals thrive in the icy waters of the Arctic biome. Engaging text, vivid photos, and special features such as an adaptations graphic, a profile, and a diet feature highlight all that makes narwhals Arctic survivors!
London dates back to the Roman Empire! Beginning readers are invited to travel through this major cityÕs history as it weathers wars and welcomes new kings. Vibrant illustrations support the narrative text, while a timeline offers easy references for students. Mission Goal prompts prepare young students for learning, while Beyond the Mission encourages them to think critically and creatively. Take a trip to jolly old London town with this engaging title!
Zoologists care for animals in many different ways. In this title, leveled text and colorful images help emerging readers explore how zoologists help people understand animals, what zoologists do on the job, and more. Additional features highlight a well-known zoologist, explore how the career uses STEM, show the steps to become a zoologist, and more!
Truck drivers travel near and far to deliver goods! But that is not their only duty. This fun book uses bright photos and leveled text highlights how truck drivers make deliveries, meet deadlines, and stay safe on the road! Special features highlight truck driver skills and gear, while photo labels and a picture glossary help readers understand challenging words.
We light the kinara and prepare a feast. We are celebrating Kwanzaa! In this title, young readers will learn basic facts about this African American holiday including when it happens and the meaning behind it. Simple, predictable text and colorful photos highlight favorite traditions, while a visual feature and photo glossary reinforce the text. Students just starting to read independently will feel supported as they learn about how special this holiday is for many people!
Unexplored mysteries lie deep in the jungles of the Amazon Rain Forest. Engaging text and vibrant photos highlight the dangers of traveling into the Amazon. Special features map the Amazon’s location in the world, highlight preparation for the journey, profile a famous explorer, and detail a risk that explorers face. What mysteries await in the rain forest?
The sun has set. It is time to pray and eat. This beginning title introduces young readers to Ramadan, including when it happens and how people celebrate. Simple, predictable text and colorful photos work together to illustrate the meanings and traditions of Ramadan. A facts page reinforces the text, while a photo glossary visually defines difficult words. This introduction to the holy month of Ramadan is perfect for young students just starting to read independently!
What has a nucleus, coma, and two tails? Why, a comet, of course! The wonder and mystery of comets has excited humans for centuries, and they continue to provide valuable information about the solar system and the creation of the galaxy. This title will introduce striving readers to comets with thought-provoking information, fascinating facts, and engaging images.
Will spring come early? We will find out on Groundhog Day! In this low-level introduction to the holiday, simple, predictable text and engaging photos teach about when Groundhog Day takes place, who celebrates it, and some favorite traditions of the day. Features reinforce the text, while a photo glossary helps define difficult words. This fun title is perfect for students taking their first steps into reading independently.
Console gaming is one of the most popular ways to play video games! This high-interest book traces the history of console gaming from early hardware to the advanced consoles of today. Along the way, readers will learn about new and familiar games, discover the gaming community, and more. Special features include a timeline, a list of top-selling games, and a profile of a popular video game. This engaging title is sure to be a hit with striving readers!
The first drones were hot-air balloons used in the 1800s! Later, drone airplanes took over the skies. Today, drones are used by the military, delivery companies, and even drone racers! This high-interest text explores each of these uses, as well as the history and future possibilities of drones. A diagram, timeline, graph, and pro/con comparison offer even more information about how drones work, what theyre used for, and how they may change in the future.
When the Revolutionary War began, James Lafayette was a slave with little hope of being free. But his daring work as a double agent helped lead the Americans to victory at Yorktown, and eventually win him freedom. In this graphic nonfiction title, reluctant readers can follow JamesÕs journey behind enemy lines through engaging captions and colorful illustrations. Real-life quotes add historical context, while a map and timeline reinforce the text in this exciting title about fighting for freedom.
When a plane crash leaves her stranded deep in the Amazon Rain Forest, Juliane Koepcke must fight to make it out alive. This graphic nonfiction title tells the true story of her survival, including her fall from the sky, her encounters with dangerous wildlife, and her eventual escape from the jungle. Colorful illustrations and engaging dialogue featuring actual quotes draw readers into the story, while a map, timeline, and bonus facts offer further details about Koepcke’s ordeal.
Jupiter is the biggest planet in the solar system! This gas giant is also one of the most fascinating. From its famous Great Red Spot to its dozens of moons, Jupiter holds several mysteries for the scientists who study it. This fascinating title will show readers that Jupiter is as interesting as it is huge!
From its beautiful landscape to its fun celebrations, there is a lot to discover in Indiana! This title uses fact-filled text and colorful images to introduce the history, culture, and industry of the Hoosier State. Special features highlight the state’s landforms and cities, introduce Native American tribes, show off an animal species, introduce a tasty recipe, and more. Find out all that Indiana has to offer in this informative title!
With a little imagination, it’s easy to repurpose used items! In this colorful title, readers will learn how to upcycle glass jars into picture holders, coin banks, planters, and more! Step-by-step instructions and bright photos explain how to make the eight easy crafts. An introduction explains the importance of reusing items, a materials and tools list puts everything you need in one place, and tips give helpful hints for making crafting even easier!
Another bad hair day. Such is life for the Selkirk rex breed. These cats are famous for their unruly curls. Even their whiskers curl! Beginning readers may want to pet and style the plush hair of a Selkirk rex after reading this book.
Kangaroo joeys are about the size of a grape at birth! They soon outgrow mom’s pouch and hop out to explore. This title introduces where baby kangaroos live, what they eat, and how they play. Leveled text and crisp photos work together to engage young readers. A list of sight words helps them find familiar words, and a picture glossary reinforces the main text. A fact page concludes the book with information about a joey’s life stages and daily activities.
Delhi is one of the worldÕs biggest cities! Curious readers can learn about how it grew from a medieval fortress to a bustling metropolis in this fun title. Fact-filled narrative text takes beginning readers through important points in DelhiÕs history, while colorful illustrations highlight key sites around town. A timeline reinforces the text, and a Beyond the Mission features asks readers to engage with the text and think creatively. Climb aboard a pedicab and take a tour of DelhiÕs history with this fun title!
People have been using prosthetics for thousands of years. Today, animals use them too! And in the future cutting-edge technology of bionics will add even more possibilities. Readers of this high-interest title will explore the history of prosthetics technology available today, and what the future holds for bionics. Engaging text and interesting photos combine with a diagram, timeline, graph, and pro/con comparison to offer fascinating information about this amazing technology that benefits our animal friends!
A New History of Documentary Film, Second Edition offers a much-needed resource, considering the very rapid changes taking place within documentary media. Building upon the best-selling 2005 edition, Betsy McLane keeps the same chronological examination, factual reliability, ease of use and accessible prose style as before, while also weaving three new threads - Experimental Documentary, Visual Anthropology and Environmental/Nature Films - into the discussion. She provides emphasis on archival and preservation history, present practices, and future needs for documentaries. Along with preservation information, specific problems of copyright and fair use, as they relate to documentary, are considered. Finally, A History of Documentary Film retains and updates the recommended readings and important films and the end of each chapter from the first edition, including the bibliography and appendices. Impossible to talk learnedly about documentary film without an audio-visual component, a companion website will increase its depth of information and overall usefulness to students, teachers and film enthusiasts.
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