Charis Mather

Words are essential to everyday life, especially in the realm of literature, as they are the building blocks of communication and storytelling. This engaging volume introduces young readers to the power and joy of words, making them eager to explore language and its endless capabilities. Featuring delightful and informative photographs, illustrations, and text, this volume captivates readers' attention and fosters curiosity and creativity. ELA concepts are covered with care, helping to familiarize young readers with key vocabulary terms and context. Aspiring storytellers who want to enrich their language skills can especially benefit from exploring the wonderful world of words

If you want to write a story, how do you begin? Readers are given the keys to unlock the stories in their imaginations with the help of this volume Equipping them with the mechanics of storytelling and basic tools of literacy, this volume invites readers to explore the art of storytelling in an age-appropriate way. Full-color photographs and charming illustrations are paired with accessible text and a helpful glossary in this introduction to creative writing. As readers are guided through the basics of writing a good story, their understanding of ELA curriculum topics is furthered and their imaginations are inspired.

Although grasping the oftentimes tricky rules of grammar may seem intimidating, this volume demystifies grammar rules, helping young readers improve their writing skills in the process. Accompanied by vibrant photographs and playful illustrations, the accessible text and helpful glossary make learning grammar more enjoyable and relatable for early readers. This engaging volume introduces essential ELA concepts, guiding readers through the fundamentals of grammar. As their knowledge of this important part of writing is broadened, readers are empowered with tools to express themselves clearly, fostering a lifelong love for language and learning.

Connecting with characters on a page is one of many readers' favorite parts of beginning a new book, and this exciting volume explores how cool characters are created. With full-color photographs, charming illustrations, and achievable text, this volume breaks down the concept of character creation in way that is fun for early learners. This introduction to essential ELA concepts is designed to foster a lifelong love of writing. As their cute guide takes readers on this journey of imagination, they are encouraged to think creatively and to share that creativity through writing.

Young people sometimes think they're too young to have an impact on the world around them. With the help of this creative introduction to SEL concepts, they're able to see that this isn't true at all--their choices matter. What are examples of good choices young people can make? What are examples of poor choices? As readers explore clear text that addresses both questions, they learn about important social and emotional learning concepts such as personal responsibility and anticipating the consequences of their actions. Vibrant photographs and illustrations enhance this empowering reading experience.

It is important to remember that others matter, but it's also important to remember that you matter. This is the essential lesson readers take away from this helpful resource on self-confidence, self-care, and self-love. The relatable text highlights social and emotional learning concepts such as recognizing one's strengths, integrating personal and social identities, and self-efficacy. And it does so in a fun, approachable way, with the help of vibrant photographs and cool illustrations. This helpful SEL resource is a great tool for children who are dealing with bullying, low self-esteem, or peer pressure.

What does it mean to say that we all matter? Readers find out in this volume that explores the ways we can balance self-care and care for others. The gentle, approachable text helps readers understand social and emotional learning concepts such as teamwork, recognizing strengths in yourself and others, and standing up for others. Clear examples, often paired with relatable photographs, allow them to see how they can apply these concepts in their everyday lives. The colorful design of this SEL guide also features bright illustrations to appeal to reluctant and beginning readers.

Treating others with respect and kindness is an important part of building relationships. What are some ways we can show others that they matter to us? Readers explore different answers to this question as they are introduced to important social and emotional learning concepts, such as empathy, recognizing others' strengths, and developing positive relationships. These concepts are presented in a way that informs readers and inspires them to value the people around them without talking down to them. Colorful photographs and cute illustrations are also included to create a fun atmosphere for learning essential SEL topics.

Do you know which planet is the smallest in the solar system? It's Mercury Despite only being slightly larger than Earth's moon, Mercury is a fascinating planet with a large role to play in the solar system. This engaging volume explores Mercury's features, such as its extreme temperatures and cratered surfaces. The friendly, informative text, vibrant photographs, and illustrations make learning about this planet a fun adventure. Fun facts--such as that Mercury's day lasts longer than its year--and accompanying visual tools such as graphic organizers equip readers with knowledge to expand their understanding of space science.

The third planet closest to the sun and the only planet known to sustain life, Earth is unlike any other planet in the solar system. In this engaging volume, readers are invited to explore Earth's unique features, from its breathtaking landscapes to its diverse ecosystems. With vibrant illustrations, diagrams, and full-color photographs, the volume makes building knowledge about our planet fun and accessible. Readers learn a variety of fascinating facts about Earth--such as the fact that 71 percent of its surface is covered by water--and develop a deeper understanding of basic concepts related to Earth and space science.

The third planet closest to the sun and the only planet known to sustain life, Earth is unlike any other planet in the solar system. In this engaging volume, readers are invited to explore Earth's unique features, from its breathtaking landscapes to its diverse ecosystems. With vibrant illustrations, diagrams, and full-color photographs, the volume makes building knowledge about our planet fun and accessible. Readers learn a variety of fascinating facts about Earth--such as the fact that 71 percent of its surface is covered by water--and develop a deeper understanding of basic concepts related to Earth and space science.

Although grasping the oftentimes tricky rules of grammar may seem intimidating, this volume demystifies grammar rules, helping young readers improve their writing skills in the process. Accompanied by vibrant photographs and playful illustrations, the accessible text and helpful glossary make learning grammar more enjoyable and relatable for early readers. This engaging volume introduces essential ELA concepts, guiding readers through the fundamentals of grammar. As their knowledge of this important part of writing is broadened, readers are empowered with tools to express themselves clearly, fostering a lifelong love for language and learning.

Connecting with characters on a page is one of many readers' favorite parts of beginning a new book, and this exciting volume explores how cool characters are created. With full-color photographs, charming illustrations, and achievable text, this volume breaks down the concept of character creation in way that is fun for early learners. This introduction to essential ELA concepts is designed to foster a lifelong love of writing. As their cute guide takes readers on this journey of imagination, they are encouraged to think creatively and to share that creativity through writing.

Young people sometimes think they're too young to have an impact on the world around them. With the help of this creative introduction to SEL concepts, they're able to see that this isn't true at all--their choices matter. What are examples of good choices young people can make? What are examples of poor choices? As readers explore clear text that addresses both questions, they learn about important social and emotional learning concepts such as personal responsibility and anticipating the consequences of their actions. Vibrant photographs and illustrations enhance this empowering reading experience.

Treating others with respect and kindness is an important part of building relationships. What are some ways we can show others that they matter to us? Readers explore different answers to this question as they are introduced to important social and emotional learning concepts, such as empathy, recognizing others' strengths, and developing positive relationships. These concepts are presented in a way that informs readers and inspires them to value the people around them without talking down to them. Colorful photographs and cute illustrations are also included to create a fun atmosphere for learning essential SEL topics.

Do you know which planet is the smallest in the solar system? It's Mercury Despite only being slightly larger than Earth's moon, Mercury is a fascinating planet with a large role to play in the solar system. This engaging volume explores Mercury's features, such as its extreme temperatures and cratered surfaces. The friendly, informative text, vibrant photographs, and illustrations make learning about this planet a fun adventure. Fun facts--such as that Mercury's day lasts longer than its year--and accompanying visual tools such as graphic organizers equip readers with knowledge to expand their understanding of space science.

Readers travel to the farthest reaches of the solar system in this look at Pluto and other dwarf planets. Fun facts about these space objects are presented using simple language that is easy for reluctant and struggling readers to understand. They'll discover what makes a dwarf planet different from other planets and why Pluto joined the ranks of the dwarf planets in 2006. In addition, graphic organizers and diagrams present space science concepts in a way that appeals to visual learners. Impressive, full-color photographs and charming illustrations guide readers through an introduction to astronomy that's truly out of this world

What does it mean to say that we all matter? Readers find out in this volume that explores the ways we can balance self-care and care for others. The gentle, approachable text helps readers understand social and emotional learning concepts such as teamwork, recognizing strengths in yourself and others, and standing up for others. Clear examples, often paired with relatable photographs, allow them to see how they can apply these concepts in their everyday lives. The colorful design of this SEL guide also features bright illustrations to appeal to reluctant and beginning readers.

Readers travel to the farthest reaches of the solar system in this look at Pluto and other dwarf planets. Fun facts about these space objects are presented using simple language that is easy for reluctant and struggling readers to understand. They'll discover what makes a dwarf planet different from other planets and why Pluto joined the ranks of the dwarf planets in 2006. In addition, graphic organizers and diagrams present space science concepts in a way that appeals to visual learners. Impressive, full-color photographs and charming illustrations guide readers through an introduction to astronomy that's truly out of this world

It is important to remember that others matter, but it's also important to remember that you matter. This is the essential lesson readers take away from this helpful resource on self-confidence, self-care, and self-love. The relatable text highlights social and emotional learning concepts such as recognizing one's strengths, integrating personal and social identities, and self-efficacy. And it does so in a fun, approachable way, with the help of vibrant photographs and cool illustrations. This helpful SEL resource is a great tool for children who are dealing with bullying, low self-esteem, or peer pressure.