Jaclyn Jaycox

Murder hornets are big! They are the largest hornet on Earth. Also called Asian giant hornets, these fierce insects will eat bees and wasps. Young readers can get all the facts with easy text and exciting photos.

How much do you know about Greta Thunberg? Discover the details you want to know about this inspiring young activist. You’ll learn about her childhood, the challenges she has faced and accomplishments of this young leader in the fight against climate change.

The sky is grey and hazy. The smell of smoke fills the air. In the distance there’s a roar, like a freight train. Flames rush through the forest, engulfing everything in their path. Lush green trees turn to blazing matchsticks... Wildfires rip through forests, choke the air with smoke and destroy homes. Some wildfires are sparked by nature. Others are started by humans. All come with devastating results. In this book, readers will find out the science behind wildfires, learn about recent wildfires around the world, and discover what’s being done to prevent them. Incredibly timely given the current prevalence of wildfires and related environmental concerns, Wildfire, Inside the Inferno offers a wealth of factual and descriptive information. Dramatic photography makes the book visually striking, while high-interest and carefully written text allows access for even the most reluctant reader.

Dry land. Thirsty plants. When rain doesn’t come, droughts happen. Whether in the desert, forest or prairies, droughts can happen anywhere. Discover how small shifts in the amount of rainfall can cause big changes to the land. Learn about droughts, what causes them and how living things adapt to survive.

There is smoke in the air. Wood crackles. It's a wildfire! Get to safety, fast. Dry weather, strong winds and careless actions can all cause forests to burn. Firefighters will need to battle wildfires from the ground and from above. But you can be prepared! Learn about wildfires and how to prevent them, pay attention to warnings and stay safe.

Tigers are the largest wildcats in the world. These skilled hunters sneak up on prey and pounce with incredible speed and power. Learn more exciting facts about these majestic hunters.

There are more than 800 kinds of tree frogs. Some of them don’t even live in trees! But they all have very unusual feet. Find out more about this large family of frogs.

A funnel cloud has been spotted. Sirens sound. Take shelter! Tornadoes are a force of nature that can quickly spin across the land. Their powerful winds can cause lots of damage. But you can be prepared! Learn about tornadoes, pay attention to warnings and stay safe.

Octopuses have eight tentacles lined with suction cups. Their skin can change colour, and they shoot black ink at their enemies. Find out more facts about these amazing sea creatures.

Pangolins’ bodies are a rare sight. They have scales, spikes and claws! Bright photos bring these unusual mammals to life. Readers will follow along with easy-to-read text and will enjoy learning all they can about pangolins.

What does it mean to be hopeful? Feeling hopeful is an emotion everybody has! In this book, children will learn how to identify when they are hopeful and discover ways to manage their feelings. Large, vivid photos help illustrate what hopefulness looks like. A mindfulness activity at the end of the book gives readers an opportunity to explore their own feelings.

Un ni o va camino de la escuela a la casa cuando escucha susurros desde atr s. Se voltea, pero no hay nadie. Sucede una y otra vez. Hay algo vivo en su mochila Es un fantasma? Un monstruo? Con cap tulos cortos, texto f cil de leer y contenido especial al final de cada libro, la serie Libros que asUUUstan logra dar un nivel de susto justo a los lectores m s peque os (sin quitarles el sue o). After school, a young boy is walking home when he hears whispers behind him. He turns, but no one is there. It happens again and again. There's something alive inside his backpack Is it a ghost? A monster? With short chapters, easy-to-read text, and enhanced back matter, Boo Books deliver just-right frights (without the sleepless nights) for the earliest readers.

Una ni a y su mejor amiga descubren un monstruo. Por suerte, es la cosita m s linda del mundo Por desgracia, sigue siendo un monstruo. Con cap tulos cortos, texto f cil de leer y contenido especial al final de cada libro, la serie Libros que asUUUstan logra dar un nivel de susto justo a los lectores m s peque os (sin quitarles el sue o). A young girl and her best friend discover a monster. Luckily, it's cutest all-time Unluckily, it's still a monster. With short chapters, easy-to-read text, and enhanced back matter, Boo Books deliver just-right frights (without the sleepless nights) for the earliest readers.

En una excursi n de campamento, un grupo de peque as exploradoras se enfrenta cara a cara con un vampiro hambriento. Corren peligro de que las muerda? O ser que lo m s espantoso de este vampiro es su gusto por lo dulce? Con cap tulos cortos, texto f cil de leer y contenido especial al final de cada libro, la serie Libros que asUUUstan logra dar un nivel de susto justo a los lectores m s peque os (sin quitarles el sue o). While on a camping trip, a group of young scouts come face-to-face with a hungry vampire Are their necks on the line? Or does this vampire have a frightful sweet tooth? With short chapters, easy-to-read text, and enhanced back matter, Boo Books deliver just-right frights (without the sleepless nights) for the earliest readers.

Un ni o se despierta con una peque a marca de mordedura en el brazo. Por la ventana, escucha fuertes ruidos, el traqueteo de cadenas y unos chillidos. Ve como las luces de la cancha de baloncesto brillan bajo la luna llena. Todos los jugadores son velludos, muy velludos . . . Podr an ser hombres lobo? Con cap tulos cortos, texto f cil de leer y contenido especial al final de cada libro, la serie Libros que asUUUstan logra dar un nivel de susto justo a los lectores m s peque os (sin quitarles el sue o). A young boy awakens to a small bite mark on his arm. Then he hears thumping outside his bedroom window, then chains rattling, and high-pitched screeching. Outside his window, he notices the lights of the nearby basketball court shining in the full moonlight. The players are all hairy-too hairy... Could they be werewolves? With short chapters, easy-to-read text, and enhanced back matter, Boo Books deliver just-right frights (without the sleepless nights) for the earliest readers.

Hippos are one of the largest land mammals in the world! These big vegetarians prefer to spend their time in the water. Readers will enjoy learning more about hippos with exciting facts and vibrant photos.

What does it mean to be confused? Confusion may not make us feel good, but it's an emotion everybody has! In this book, children will learn how to identify when they are confused and discover ways to manage their feelings. Large, vivid photos help illustrate what confusion looks like. A mindfulness activity at the end of the book give readers an opportunity to explore their own feelings.

Did you know jellyfish aren’t really fish? These invertebrates have been around for millions of years. With easy-to-read facts and colourful photos, readers will enjoy discovering all the details about these interesting animals.

What does it mean to be excited? Everyone feels excited sometimes! In this book, children will learn how to identify when they are excited and discover ways to manage their feelings. Large, vivid photos help illustrate what excitement looks like. A mindfulness activity at the end of the book gives readers an opportunity to explore their own feelings.