Our Nation's Pride explores the buildings, celebrations, holidays, symbols, and icons that shape our national identity. A must-have for the PreK-3 social studies curriculum.
This title examines the remarkable life of Barack Obama. Readers will learn about his childhood, education, community organizer work, and law career. Obama’s entry into politics is discussed in detail, including his rise from state senator to the first African-American president of the United States. Obama’s family life and societal contributions are also covered. Color photos and informative sidebars accompany easy-to-read, compelling text. Features include a timeline, facts, additional resources, web sites, a glossary, a bibliography, and an index. Essential Lives is a series in Essential Library, an imprint of ABDO Publishing Company. Grades 6-9.
Kevin, Joe, and Nick Jonas make up one of today’s most popular teen bands—Jonas Brothers! This book introduces the Jonas family background and each brother’s childhood, rise to fame, and future plans. Readers will learn about the boys’ passion for music and their drive to succeed as pop stars. Also covered are the brothers’ albums, concerts, and awards, as well as their progression into Disney television shows, with Jonas Brothers: Living the Dream, Camp Rock, and J.O.N.A.S. Colorful graphics, oversized photographs, and short, engaging sentences draw reluctant readers in to the fascinating lives of Kevin, Joe, and Nick Jonas! Buddy Books is an imprint of ABDO Publishing Company.
This informative and fun multipart title introduces young readers to the concept of measuring with cups. It provides information on the terms and tools used when making simple measuerments. The accompanying photographs reinforce specific examples of measuring. The labeling of tools also provides a learning tool for ESL. Sandcastle is an imprint of ABDO Publishing Company.
This informative and fun multipart title introduces young readers to the concept of measuring with feet. It provides information on the terms and tools used when making simple measuerments. The accompanying photographs reinforce specific examples of measuring. The labeling of tools also provides a learning tool for ESL. Sandcastle is an imprint of ABDO Publishing Company.
This informative and fun multipart title introduces young readers to the concept of measuring with ounces. It provides information on the terms and tools used when making simple measuerments. The accompanying photographs reinforce specific examples of measuring. The labeling of tools also provides a learning tool for ESL. Sandcastle is an imprint of ABDO Publishing Company.
Learn about the electricity that surrounds us in these easy-to-read books. The sources, circuits, pollution, and conservation of electricity are explained in simple text and matching art. A science activity, fun facts section, glossary, and index aid students in learning about the electricity around them. Special thanks to content consultant Paul Ohmann, Ph.D. Looking Glass Library is an imprint of Magic Wagon, a division of ABDO Publishing Group. Grades preK-4.
Learn about the stupendous sounds that surround us in these easy-to-read books. The vibrations, signals, and effects of sound are explained in simple text and matching art. A science activity, fun facts section, glossary, and index aid students in learning about the stupendous sounds around them. Special thanks to content consultant Paul Ohmann, Ph.D. Looking Glass Library is an imprint of Magic Wagon, a division of ABDO Publishing Group. Grades preK-4.
Eli Manning is one of the NFL’s famous quarterbacks! This book introduces his childhood, family background, rise to fame, and future plans. Readers will learn about Manning’s time as a quarterback at the University of Mississippi, his draft into the NFL, and his success with the New York Giants. Also covered are Manning’s Super Bowl victory, recognition as an MVP, personal life, and famous father Archie and brother Peyton. Colorful graphics, oversized photographs, and short, engaging sentences draw in reluctant readers. Buddy Books is an imprint of ABDO Publishing Company.
The award-winning Science Rocks! Series provides an imaginative look at science. Dynamic illustrations and easy-to-read text pop off the page. Science has never been this groovy, and introducing the subject to the next generation of scientists has never been this fun!
This dynamic group of kid-friendly sports standouts, singing sensations, and televistion and movie superstars will inspire young readers. Each book highlights a star's background, claim to fame, and dreams for the future. Colorful graphics, oversized photgraphs, and short, engaging sentences and paragraphs will encourage reluctant readers to dive into these fascinating lives! Buddy Books is an imprint of ABDO Publishing Company.
Learn about the exciting energy in these easy-to-read books. The sources, forms, uses, and conservation of energy are explained in simple text and matching art. A science activity, fun facts section, glossary, and index aid students in getting Excited About Energy. Special thanks to content consultant Paul Ohmann, Ph.D. Looking Glass Library is an imprint of Magic Wagon, a division of ABDO Publishing Group. Grades preK-4.
