Cari Meister

Take an illustrated narrative nonfiction journey to South America and discover how animals and plants in the Amazon Rainforest survive in an interconnected food web. Hot and humid, the Amazon is home to a diverse range of animals and plants. Toucans, monkeys, tapirs, and caimans all thrive in this gigantic rainforest. Watch out for the green anaconda and jaguar Vibrant artwork illustrates the link between producers, consumers, and apex predators while carefully leveled text weaves a cohesive story that explains the importance of each element in the ecosystem. A food web model summarizes the information, making this an excellent resource for Next Generation Science Standards (NGSS) in elementary grades. Perfect for animal lovers, nature enthusiasts, and budding science buffs.

Take an illustrated narrative nonfiction journey to the hot southwestern United States and discover how animals and plants in the Sonoran Desert survive in an interconnected food web. A cactus soaks up some sun. A squirrel dashes across the sand. A rattlesnake stalks its next meal. Life in the desert is never boring as animals and plants try to survive in the hot and dry climate. Vibrant artwork illustrates the link between producers, consumers, and apex predators while carefully leveled text weaves a cohesive story that explains the importance of each element in the ecosystem. A food web model summarizes the information, making this an excellent resource for Next Generation Science Standards (NGSS) in elementary grades. Perfect for animal lovers, nature enthusiasts, and budding science buffs.

Raven is excited for the figure skating competition. She's been working hard on a new move, and she wants to get it exactly right But there's just one problem--Raven gets very nervous on competition days She's been too nervous to compete before. This time, will she be able to overcome her fears?

Imani loves taking horseback riding lessons at the stable. Imani and her lesson pony, Peanut, make a great team. But before the big show, Peanut starts limping and needs to rest. Imani's instructor offers to let her ride a different horse, Rico, for the upcoming show. But Rico is much bigger and faster than Peanut, and Imani is nervous. Will she be ready to compete with him on show day?

From the days of the week to playing hopscotch, patterns are all around you. Keep turning the pages to find out how your life is full of patterns and sequences.

Softball is exciting to watch, but it's even more fun to play Kids can take the field by learning the rules of the sport, the equipment and skills needed to play, and the importance of good sportsmanship. A simple activity helps kids strengthen a basic softball skill.

Take an illustrated narrative nonfiction journey to a wetland in the northern United States and discover how animals and plants in a freshwater ecosystem survive in an interconnected food web. Splash The wetland is home to many water-loving animals. Ducks and frogs munch on bugs and plants, while a heron and snake lurk in the reeds. All animals keep an eye out for the top predator: the bald eagle Vibrant artwork illustrates the link between producers, consumers, and apex predators while carefully leveled text weaves a cohesive story that explains the importance of each element in the ecosystem. A food web model summarizes the information, making this an excellent resource for Next Generation Science Standards (NGSS) in elementary grades. Perfect for animal lovers, nature enthusiasts, and budding science buffs.

It's field day at Raj's school, and he and his classmates should be thrilled. But it's raining, so all the games and races have been moved inside to the gym. It's not the awesome outdoor sports day the kids had in mind--until they find a way to turn soggy into sunny

Escucha Oyes un ruido de cascos por el suelo del bosque? Un destello blanco sale de entre los rboles. Un cuerno largo brilla como una corona sobre la cabeza de este animal. Es un unicornio Alguna vez te has preguntado qu poderes m gicos tiene el cuerno del unicornio? D nde viven los unicornios? Qu comen? Aqu encontrar s todas las respuestas Con ilustraciones llamativas y un texto claro, vivir s una gran aventura y aprender s todo sobre los unicornios. Listen Do you hear the clomping of hooves upon the forest floor? A flash of white bursts from behind a tree. A long horn shines like a crown upon the creature's head. It's a unicorn Ever wondered about the magical powers of the unicorn's horn? Where does a unicorn live? What does it eat? Wonder no more Striking illustrations and matter-of-fact text take you on a magical journey to learn all about unicorns.

Escucha Oyes un ruido de cascos por el suelo del bosque? Un destello blanco sale de entre los rboles. Un cuerno largo brilla como una corona sobre la cabeza de este animal. Es un unicornio Alguna vez te has preguntado qu poderes m gicos tiene el cuerno del unicornio? D nde viven los unicornios? Qu comen? Aqu encontrar s todas las respuestas Con ilustraciones llamativas y un texto claro, vivir s una gran aventura y aprender s todo sobre los unicornios. Listen Do you hear the clomping of hooves upon the forest floor? A flash of white bursts from behind a tree. A long horn shines like a crown upon the creature's head. It's a unicorn Ever wondered about the magical powers of the unicorn's horn? Where does a unicorn live? What does it eat? Wonder no more Striking illustrations and matter-of-fact text take you on a magical journey to learn all about unicorns.

Wrestling is cool to watch, but it's even more fun to do Kids can get out on the mat by learning the rules of the sport, the gear and skills needed to wrestle, and the importance of good sportsmanship. A skill-building activity helps readers get in on the fun.

Dance is fun to watch, but it's even more fun to do Kids can take the stage by learning what dance is, what gear and skills are needed, what happens during lessons, and how to be a good sport. A special activity helps kids build a basic dance skill.

Theodore and Violet trudge up the big sledding hill. Then they jump in their sleds and take off. Now which way are they going? You guessed it--down Keep reading, guessing, and flipping the page to discover more position words.

Lightning flashes. Thunder rumbles. It's a big storm How do you think Micah feels? Woof Woof Gemma's grandma brought her a puppy. How do you think Gemma feels? Turn the page to find out which feeling matches the description. Would you feel the same way?

Martial Arts are thrilling to watch, but they're even more fun to do Kids can take part in the sport by learning what martial arts are, what gear and skills are needed, what happens during lessons, and how to be a good sport. A skill-building activity helps kids participate in the fun.

Wah Wah A crying baby is loud. But what about a sleeping baby? You guessed it A sleeping baby is quiet. With a flip of the page you will discover that opposites are everywhere.

Owen loves playing futsal. When his family moves, he joins a new team. He likes his new teammates, but Milo is causing a problem. He is a big ball hog Can Owen help his team work together for the upcoming game?

It's field day at Raj's school, and he and his classmates should be thrilled. But it's raining, so all the games and races have been moved inside to the gym. It's not the awesome outdoor sports day the kids had in mind--until they find a way to turn soggy into sunny

Everyone in Eliot’s class has to bring in one hundred items as part of their 100th day of school celebration, but he doesn’t have any ideas. Of course, Tiny has plenty! But when he follows Eliot to school to join the festivities, he winds up making a mess of things. How will he make things right again?

New readers will cheer for this series of fictional sports stories made just for them. From the football field to the gymnastics floor, these early chapter books focus on learning skills, having fun and making friends.