Simple text and photographs introduce the concept of rules and laws found at home, in school, and in the community and show why it is important to follow the rules and not break the law.
The Reading Lesson is a bestselling program that teaches young children to read in 20 easy lessons. It is designed as a step-by-step course for parents who want to teach their young children to read at home. The teaching method is based on phonics and key-word recognition, and with its innovative and guided approach, the 20 step-by-step lessons provide an easy-to-follow recipe for teaching chil…
What are some of the responsibilities of government? Which nation is located within a busy city? What is NATO? You can find the answers to these questions and more in Governments Around the World. As you go on this guided tour through world governments, you'll learn the difference between communism and capitalism. You will also learn about the many organizations and alliances-the UN, NATO, ASEA…
In a presidential election year, when selecting a new leader will be the focus of national attention, what could be more timely than an upbeat and informative introduction to voting? Eileen Christelow’s Vote! is now available in a special paperback edition at a bargain price, to give even more young readers the chance to understand the process. Parties, voter registration, campaigns, rallies…
A reader about spiders
This is a delightful little cookbook, featuring over 40 tasty treats to make at home. Packed with recipes for delicious goodies including chocolate truffles, coconut mice, peppermint creams and fruit bread, this will give cooks both young and old plenty of inspiration in the kitchen. The recipes are accompanied by illustrated step-by-step instructions and clear illustrations, and beautiful colo…
After being initiated into a neighbor's family by a solemn backyard ceremony, a young Russian American girl and her African American brothers' determine to buy their gramma Eula a beautiful Easter hat. But their good intentions are misunderstood, until they discover just the right way to pay for the hat that Eula's had her eye on. A loving family story woven from the author's childhood.
From Caldecott medalist Emily Arnold McCully comes the inspiring story of Cordelia, a young girl whose relationship with her neighbor, the great suffragist Elizabeth Cady Stanton, inspires her to a remarkable act of courage.
Illustrated in rich pastels, this child's-eye view of an important milestone in South African history allows young readers to experience every detail of this eventful day.
One of the best parts of a young child's day is opening a lunchbox and diving in. But how did that delicious food get there? From planting wheat to mixing dough, climbing trees to machine-squeezing fruit, picking cocoa pods to stirring a vat of melted bliss, here is a clear, engaging look at the steps involved in producing some common foods. Health tips and a peek at basic food groups complete …