Jeff Barger

They sort, load, drive, and walk. They deliver letters and packages right to your home. They are mail carriers Find out how these helpers make your community a better place. Through vivid photos and examples, readers in kindergarten to grade 2 will learn how mail carriers contribute to the well-being of a community. This collection introduces young readers to a variety of community helpers. Using kid-friendly language, students will learn about what these helpers do and how they improve the lives of others. Each book includes simple activities for home or the classroom that support the reader's understanding of the main topic.

In Simple Machines: Inclined Plane, young learners in grades 1-3 will explore what an inclined plane is and how it is useful. This 24-page title uses real-world examples of simple machine mechanisms and explains how these feats of engineering can make daily work less difficult to complete. The Simple Machines series for grades 1-3 explains how basic mechanical devices, that are used for applying a force, can help make daily tasks much easier. Featuring before- and after-reading activities, a glossary, an index, and comprehension questions, this series helps young learners strengthen their reading comprehension skills while also introducing them to some of the most commonly used simple machines

In Simple Machines: Lever, young learners in grades 1-3 will explore how levers give us the lift we need. From scissors to wheelbarrows, this 24-page title uses real-world examples of simple machine mechanisms and explains how these feats of engineering can make daily work less difficult to complete. The Simple Machines series for grades 1-3 explains how basic mechanical devices, that are used for applying a force, can help make daily tasks much easier. Featuring before- and after-reading activities, a glossary, an index, and comprehension questions, this series helps young learners strengthen their reading comprehension skills while also introducing them to some of the most commonly used simple machines

In Simple Machines: Wheel and Axle, young learners in grades 1-3 will explore why the wheel and axle might just be the MVP of simple machines. This 24-page title uses real-world examples of simple machine mechanisms and explains how these feats of engineering can make daily work less difficult to complete. The Simple Machines series for grades 1-3 explains how basic mechanical devices, that are used for applying a force, can help make daily tasks much easier. Featuring before- and after-reading activities, a glossary, an index, and comprehension questions, this series helps young learners strengthen their reading comprehension skills while also introducing them to some of the most commonly used simple machines.

In Simple Machines: Screw, young learners in grades 1-3 will explore what a screw is and how it is useful. This 24-page title uses real-world examples of simple machine mechanisms and explains how these feats of engineering can make daily work less difficult to complete. The Simple Machines series for grades 1-3 explains how basic mechanical devices, that are used for applying a force, can help make daily tasks much easier. Featuring before- and after-reading activities, a glossary, an index, and comprehension questions, this series helps young learners strengthen their reading comprehension skills while also introducing them to some of the most commonly used simple machines

In Simple Machines: Wedge, young learners in grades 1-3 will explore what a wedge is and how it is useful. This 24-page title uses real-world examples of simple machine mechanisms and explains how these feats of engineering can make daily work less difficult to complete. The Simple Machines series for grades 1-3 explains how basic mechanical devices, that are used for applying a force, can help make daily tasks much easier. Featuring before- and after-reading activities, a glossary, an index, and comprehension questions, this series helps young learners strengthen their reading comprehension skills while also introducing them to some of the most commonly used simple machines

In Simple Machines: Pulley, young learners in grades 1-3 will explore what a pulley system is and why it is so useful. This 24-page title uses real-world examples of simple machine mechanisms and explains how these feats of engineering can make daily work less difficult to complete. The Simple Machines series for grades 1-3 explains how basic mechanical devices, that are used for applying a force, can help make daily tasks much easier. Featuring before- and after-reading activities, a glossary, an index, and comprehension questions, this series helps young learners strengthen their reading comprehension skills while also introducing them to some of the most commonly used simple machines

In Simple Machines: Pulley, young learners in grades 1-3 will explore what a pulley system is and why it is so useful. This 24-page title uses real-world examples of simple machine mechanisms and explains how these feats of engineering can make daily work less difficult to complete. The Simple Machines series for grades 1-3 explains how basic mechanical devices, that are used for applying a force, can help make daily tasks much easier. Featuring before- and after-reading activities, a glossary, an index, and comprehension questions, this series helps young learners strengthen their reading comprehension skills while also introducing them to some of the most commonly used simple machines.

In Simple Machines: Inclined Plane, young learners in grades 1-3 will explore what an inclined plane is and how it is useful. This 24-page title uses real-world examples of simple machine mechanisms and explains how these feats of engineering can make daily work less difficult to complete. The Simple Machines series for grades 1-3 explains how basic mechanical devices, that are used for applying a force, can help make daily tasks much easier. Featuring before- and after-reading activities, a glossary, an index, and comprehension questions, this series helps young learners strengthen their reading comprehension skills while also introducing them to some of the most commonly used simple machines.

In Simple Machines: Screw, young learners in grades 1-3 will explore what a screw is and how it is useful. This 24-page title uses real-world examples of simple machine mechanisms and explains how these feats of engineering can make daily work less difficult to complete. The Simple Machines series for grades 1-3 explains how basic mechanical devices, that are used for applying a force, can help make daily tasks much easier. Featuring before- and after-reading activities, a glossary, an index, and comprehension questions, this series helps young learners strengthen their reading comprehension skills while also introducing them to some of the most commonly used simple.

Start your engines using a cereal box and other household items. In this Makerspace title, learn how to make cars and trucks from common items around the house. Includes photo glossary and websites.

Can a garden be inside? Learn how to build your own tiny garden in a glass container. This Makerspace title supports NGSS From Molecules to Organisms.

Go-Karts bring the rush of racing to all ages. What makes it fun? What makes it turn? Learn the answers to these questions and more as you explore this marvelous machine. This title supports NGSS standards for engineering design.

Go-Karts bring the rush of racing to all ages. What makes it fun? What makes it turn? Learn the answers to these questions and more as you explore this marvelous machine. This title supports NGSS standards for engineering design.

We're taking field trips to new heights with a hot air balloon ride to explore Washington, DC. Join the class and drop into this exciting US city to learn about its history, architecture, sports teams, places to visit, and more.