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From construction workers to tradespeople, everyone pitches in to build a school in this silly read-aloud that will have readers giggling from page to page. A new school is being built and it will take a parade of builders and bricklayers, plumbers and painters, and more, to get the job done. This bouncy, rhyming story set to the snappy tune of ""This Is the Way,"" will give readers a closer look at some of the tradespeople and machinery that help build the communities we live in.
When Archie's beloved grandpa is diagnosed with Alzheimer's disease, Archie desperately wants to slow the progression of his grandpa's memory loss. Using Grandpa's old journal entries as inspiration, he creates shared role-playing fantasies with epic quests for them to tackle together-allowing Grandpa to live in the present and stay in touch with his fading memories. But as Grandpa's condition gradually worsens, Archie must come to terms with what's happening to his hero. The limits of the fantasies, revelations about Grandpa's past, and a school project about the future force Archie to grapple with what it truly means to live a life worth remembering.
Three little birds, sitting on a wire, chirping about the day . . . until Blue's feelings get hurt. Upset, he starts a rumor. Before Blue knows it, his small fib has snowballed into an epic game of telephone gone wrong with all of his feathered friends. Included is a Note to Parents, Caregivers, & Professionals with more information on dealing with rumors and gossip and helping children build positive relationships.
Help make complex current events approachable with a timely series for middle grade students. Students get the facts on relevant topics that come straight from news headlines. Each book breaks the topic into 12 short chapters that provide a balanced understanding accessible to grades 4 and up. Loaded with stat boxes, sidebars, and -Think About ItR features, these nonfiction books support critical thinking skills and will encourage awareness of world issues.
Who is your favourite star? Read about the life stories and achievements of today's most popular athletes, singers, actors, and entertainers. Fun facts highlight the path each person took to reach the top.
In a world where people are too often divided by perceived differences, it can be easy to forget all the commonalities we share. This gentle yet insistent call to action reminds us that we are stronger together, that collective action is the most powerful response we can have, no matter how insurmountable the challenges seem: ""Together, the entire world changes, and something new is born.
Spend time with some aww-dorable babies in this series for beginning readers! Simple, predictable text and cute, colourful photos support students just starting to read on their own. Readers will learn basic facts about each baby including favourite foods and how they play. Features show the animals at each life stage and reinforce facts from the text. Young readers will love growing with favourite animal babies in this series that is simply too cute!
Making friends can be tough, but this rhyming picture book will help navigate difficulties of shyness and social anxiety. Shelli used to be pretty content in her little world, thinking that her pet friends with feathers, fins, and fur were enough. Her bird would keep her company at home, her fish would hideaway in his cave, and her dog was the social butterfly of the neighbourhood. But now, Shelli is determined to try to make friends with kids at school. Readers will relate as Shelli takes brave steps toward breaking out of her shell. Includes a Note to Parents and Caregivers by Elizabeth McCallum, PhD, with more information about shyness and social anxiety.
Germs may be too small to see, but they are everywhere around us. Follow along with your germy guides to learn about the three main types of germs, where they are, how they spread, and ways we can stay healthy. Colorful illustrations paired with lively photos and engaging text will make this important health topic fun.
From creepy to cute and smart to strong, the animals of Earth are pretty extreme. But what are the most amazing animals out there? Learn all about animal extremes in a fun top-10 format. Packed with action-packed photos and plenty of fun facts, this series is sure to be a hit among animal lovers and might even inspire them to make their own extreme lists.