Dona Herweck Rice

Introduce students to the first female Supreme Court Justice This engaging Grade 5 nonfiction reader describes the life of Sandra Day O'Connor. Includes a fiction story related to the topic a "Civics in Action" activity and other meaningful features.

Imagine getting ready for bed when the sun is still shining, or eating lunch when it's dark outside. How are such things possible? Learn how people in places such as Alaska, Norway, Iceland, Sweden, and Canada cope with days and days of sunlight and darkness. Created in collaboration with the Smithsonian Institution, this STEAM book will ignite a curiosity about STEAM topics through real-world examples. It features a hands-on STEAM challenge that is perfect for makerspaces and that guides students step-by-step through the engineering design process. Make STEAM career connections with career advice from Smithsonian employees working in STEAM fields. Ideal for school reports and projects, this informational text will appeal to reluctant readers and ages 6-8.

Marie Curie is known as one of the most revolutionary scientists of all time. She transformed the way people look at the world of energy, but her work with radium lead to her death. Read all about this fascinating 20th century superstar! Developed by Timothy Rasinski and featuring TIME content, this biography includes essential text features like an index, captions, glossary, and table of contents. The intriguing sidebars, fascinating images, and detailed Reader's Guide prompt students to connect back to the text. The Think Link and Dig Deeper sections develop students' higher-order thinking skills. The Check It Out! section includes suggested books, videos, and websites for further reading. Aligned with state standards, this title features complex and rigorous content appropriate for students preparing for college and career readiness.

Nurture Curiosity and Celebrate Everyday Wonder with the Curious Me!® Board Book Collection! Bring joy, learning, and wonder to your child’s early reading experience with this charming, boxed set of six Curious Me!® board books. Thoughtfully designed for babies and toddlers ages 0 to 4, each book features lyrical text, rich vocabulary, and vibrant illustrations that introduce important early concepts in an engaging way. Ideal for parents, grandparents, caregivers, and educators, each title includes helpful tips and ideas to extend learning beyond storytime. This Boxed Set Includes: Curious Me!® Letters – Discover the alphabet through lyrical scenes and playful words that connect letters to everyday experiences. Curious Me!® Numbers – Count from 1 to 10 in colorful, engaging illustrations that build number awareness and observation. Curious Me!® Colors – Explore vibrant hues in nature and everyday life, from red raspberries to green trees and blue skies. Curious Me!® Feelings – Identify and name a range of emotions through relatable, heartwarming situations. Curious Me!® Animals – Meet wild and wonderful creatures in their habitats—from the farmyard to the rainforest! Curious Me!® Families – Celebrate love and togetherness in all kinds of families, beautifully depicted through inclusive illustrations. Why Parents and Educators Love the Curious Me!® Series: These books are a trusted resource for introducing young children to early concepts in language, math, emotions, and social development. With their poetic language, vibrant illustrations, and thoughtful storytelling, they make learning feel joyful and meaningful—for both children and the adults who read with them. Features: Inclusive Representation: Shows diverse children, families, and environments that reflect the world around us. Parent and Caregiver Tips: Each book includes helpful tips and ideas to extend learning beyond the book. Developmentally Aligned: Meets Head Start’s guidelines for culturally responsive children’s books.

A Fun, Bright Way to Introduce Babies and Toddlers to the Alphabet Curious Me!® Letters is a light and lyrical board book that takes you on a journey from A to Z in a joyful way! Dona Herweck Rice’s engaging text and Hazel Quintanilla’s illustrations are a treat for young children and their adults alike. Together, readers can see the alphabet and find the pictures of words that start with each letter, making the connection between the alphabet and the words we say. Curious Me!® Letters supports early learning by introducing important concepts and vocabulary, while helping caregivers: Introduce children to letters with fun scenes and bright illustrations Encourage awareness of the alphabet, words, and letter sounds Respond to toddlers’ questions and natural curiosity Collect all six artfully illustrated Curious Me!® Board Books to start children on a lifetime of learning.

A beautiful way to introduce babies and toddlers to the wondrous world of numbers Curious Me!® Numbers is a light and lyrical board book that journeys from 1 to 10. Dona Herweck Rice’s poetic text is perfectly matched to Camila Carrossine’s richly textured illustrations, a treat for young children and their adults alike. Together, readers will count the things they see in the pictures and trace large, clear number shapes to make the connection between counting and the numbers we see. . Curious Me! Numbers supports early learning with important concepts and vocabulary, while helping caregivers: : Introduce children to number shapes and counting with rich, artful illustrations Encourage awareness of the world and the countable things around us Respond to toddlers’ questions and natural curiosity Collect all of the artfully illustrated Curious Me!® Board Books to start children on a lifetime of learning.

Expanding your child’s reading horizons is easy with fiction books from Teacher Created Materials! In “Elderberry Pie” by Dona Herweck Rice tells the story of how Antoinette and her family make delicious elderberry pies together, passing down their recipe—and their love—through the generations. Find out more in this touching generational tale your child will love. Includes ‘Book Club’ literacy and comprehension questions. This fiction book is written in Spanish.

Expanding your child’s reading horizons is easy with fiction books from Teacher Created Materials! In “Big Foot Takes a Vacation” by Dona Herweck Rice, Frank is tired of being called Big Foot and needs a break. A vacation is just the thing! Frank packs his bag and goes on a worldwide adventure. Find out more in this hugely entertaining story your child will love. Includes ‘Book Club’ literacy and comprehension questions. This fiction book is written in Spanish.

Expanding your child’s reading horizons is easy with fiction books from Teacher Created Materials! In “The New Kid” by Dona Herweck Rice, eight-year-old Kenny has just moved to town and wants a dog more than anything. Howie the dog has been living on his own and wants a boy more than anything. What will happen when they wake up one day and are not quite themselves? Find out more in this paw-some story your child will love. Includes ‘Book Club’ literacy and comprehension questions. This fiction book is written in Spanish.

Everyone has heard of the Muffin Man who lived on Drury Lane. At least, that’s what the nursery rhyme tells us. But just who was he really, and whatever became of him and his world-famous muffins? This illustrated Spanish fiction book supports early fluent readers on their journey to independent reading. Engage students’ natural curiosity with fun and inspiring real-world stories. Perfect for shared or guided reading, this book cultivates lifelong reading success. This fiction book is written in Spanish.

What happens when all the parts of the body stop cooperating? Well, Coach Brain is about to find out. She’s the brains of the outfit—literally! But Coach finds herself stumbling along until she remembers what it really means to be a team. This entertaining, cross-curricular Spanish book teaches advancing readers about the human body. This fiction book supports early fluent readers on their journey to independent reading. Engage students’ natural curiosity with fun and inspiring real-world stories. Perfect for shared or guided reading, this book cultivates lifelong reading success. This fiction book is written in Spanish.

Annabelle wants an extra special goodnight story that will spook her a little—and make her laugh. Well, Dad has the perfect story to tell. "Skeleton Picnic" coming right up! Written in verse, this entertaining chapter book will delight advancing readers with a fun, bedtime story. This Spanish fiction book supports early fluent readers on their journey to independent reading. Engage students’ natural curiosity with fun and inspiring real-world stories. Perfect for shared or guided reading, this book cultivates lifelong reading success. This fiction book is written in Spanish.

Emperor Chou is determined to be the talk of the parade. Little does he know, he will be—but not for the reason he hopes! Leave it to Lin to tell the truth and help the emperor change in the only way that matters. This fiction book puts a fun spin on the classic Hans Christian Andersen folktale, “The Emperor’s New Clothes.” This Spanish fiction book supports early fluent readers on their journey to independent reading. Engage students’ natural curiosity with fun and inspiring real-world stories. Perfect for shared or guided reading, this book builds a foundation for a lifelong love of reading. This fiction book is written in Spanish.

A once-popular shoemaker needs some help—and maybe a little magic—to become a profitable family business again. This illustrated chapter book puts a modern spin on Grimm’s fairy tale, “The Elves and the Shoemaker.” This Spanish fiction book supports early fluent readers on their journey to independent reading. Engage students’ natural curiosity with fun and inspiring real-world stories. Perfect for shared or guided reading, this book builds a foundation for a lifelong love of reading. This fiction book is written in Spanish.

The Queen of Hearts excels at baking tarts. But the Knave of Hearts can’t keep from stealing them—they are so good! What’s a queen to do? Advancing readers will enjoy this entertaining story featuring well-known nursery rhyme characters. This Spanish fiction book supports early fluent readers on their journey to independent reading. Engage students’ natural curiosity with fun and inspiring real-world stories. Perfect for shared or guided reading, this book builds a foundation for a lifelong love of reading. This fiction book is written in Spanish.

Expanding your child's reading horizons is easy with fiction books from Teacher Created Materials In "Big Foot Takes a Vacation" by Dona Herweck Rice, Frank is tired of being called Big Foot and needs a break. A vacation is just the thing Frank packs his bag and goes on a worldwide adventure. Find out more in this hugely entertaining story your child will love. Includes 'Book Club' literacy and comprehension questions.

Expanding your child's reading horizons is easy with fiction books from Teacher Created Materials In "Elderberry Pie" by Dona Herweck Rice tells the story of how Antoinette and her family make delicious elderberry pies together, passing down their recipe--and their love--through the generations. Find out more in this touching generational tale your child will love. Includes 'Book Club' literacy and comprehension questions.

Expanding your child's reading horizons is easy with fiction books from Teacher Created Materials In "Monterey Bay" by Dona Herweck Rice, a group of young sea otters mistake a bird's egg for a food-bashing rock and receive a surprise What will they do to reunite the little hatchling with its mother? And will Pip, the grumpiest sea otter, finally learn to show his heart? Find out more in this otter-ly wonderful story your child will love. Includes 'Book Club' literacy and comprehension questions.

Expanding your child's reading horizons is easy with fiction books from Teacher Created Materials In "The New Kid" by Dona Herweck Rice, eight-year-old Kenny has just moved to town and wants a dog more than anything. Howie the dog has been living on his own and wants a boy more than anything. What will happen when they wake up one day and are not quite themselves? Find out more in this paw-some story your child will love. Includes 'Book Club' literacy and comprehension questions.

Dive into the never-ending quest for human rights This meaningful Grade 5 nonfiction reader explains the basic rights people have when they are born. Includes a fiction story related to the topic a "Civics in Action" activity and other useful features.