Joanne Mattern

Ladybugs are actually a farmer's best friend-they eat the bugs that would otherwise harm plants.Many people thing ladybugs are pretty. Some even think they bring good luck. The well-organized chapters help readers (Ages 6-7) identify key details. The illustrations and text features such as captions and bold print help students navigate the text while the photographs add clarity and enable students to better understand the text.

Learn How Dams And Levees Are Built As Well As The Effects They Have On River Systems In A Region, And Places Downstream.

Learn How Dams And Levees Are Built As Well As The Effects They Have On River Systems In A Region, And Places Downstream.

Learn How Structures Are Being Built To Withstand Nature's Destructive Forces.

Big Cats, Reptiles, And Ocean Killers Are Just A Few Of The Predators Discussed In This Book. How They Chase Their Prey And What Weapons They Use To Hunt Them Down And Kill Them. This Exciting Book Is Filled With Beautiful Photos That Will Have Students On The Edge Of Their Seats.

People count on good citizens to make America a great country. In this inspiring nonfiction book, readers will learn what they can do to be good citizens, what leaders do to help citizens, and what rules good citizens follow. The appealing images, supportive text, and helpful table of contents, glossary, and index work together to keep readers informed and engaged from cover to cover.

This Level 3 book introduces and examines the different aspects of baseball. Students will develop word recognition and reading skills while learning about the history and rules of baseball, as well as how to play the game. Additional text features and search tools, including a glossary and an index, help students locate and review important information.

Sam Houston lived a unique and exciting life. This captivating Spanish-translated biography focuses on Houston's life and how he became the only person to be president of a republic, a United States senator, and the governor of two different states. The intriguing facts, easy-to-read text, and appealing images work in conjunction with an accessible glossary and index to help readers navigate their way through the text while feeling engaged and enlightened as they learn about the Republic of Texas, Cherokee Indians, Texas history, and how Houston became the governor of Texas.

After Texas earned its freedom from Mexico through a bloody revolution, its leaders were divided over whether or not Texas should join the United States. Through numerous captivating facts, vivid images, and easy-to-read text, readers will be enthralled as they make their way through this fascinating title that introduces them to Texas history, the Texas Revolution, and the Mexican-American War. The engaging sidebars and glossary, index, and table of contents make this book easy to navigate through and a perfect tool to aid in better understanding of the content and vocabulary. This book has been translated into Spanish.

Big Cats, Reptiles, And Ocean Killers Are Just A Few Of The Predators Discussed In This Book. How They Chase Their Prey And What Weapons They Use To Hunt Them Down And Kill Them. This Exciting Book Is Filled With Beautiful Photos That Will Have Students On The Edge Of Their Seats.

Sphynx cats are unlike any other cat breed they have nearly hairless bodies These unique cats are also known for their large ears and long toes. Read how this amazing breed got started by accident. Then learn about the care involved when you make one of these affectionate, energetic cats your pet.

American Shorthair cats are well known for making great family pets. This lovable breed is one of the oldest and most popular in North America. Read about how American Shorthair Cats started out as mice hunters and became family favorites. Then learn about the care involved when you make one of these familiar felines your pet.

It's easy to see why Birmans are one of the most popular cat breeds. These beautiful cats are known for their light bodies and dark ears, tails, faces, and legs. Read about the mysterious stories behind the possible origins of the Birman. Then learn about the care involved when you make one of these gentle, loving cats your pet.

Known as the "Last Frontier" and the "Land of the Midnight Sun," Alaska is a fascinating state for students to study. This book covers all the basics that students need to know about the forty-ninth state including its geography, history, government, and notable people. It also describes Alaska's major industries over the years, from the great gold rushes of the turn of the century to the oil industry of today. Every chapter contains a sidebar devoted to the theme of past contrasting with the present.. A timeline of important events and a listing of key facts about Alaska are also included.

This fast-running dinosaur's name means "egg stealer." People once thought Oviraptor ate eggs from other dinosaurs' nests. Later, scientists learned that the small dinosaur sat on eggs in its own nest, just as birds do Find more fun facts inside Oviraptor/Oviraptor.

With its sharp teeth and long claws, Allosaurus was scary This big meat-eating dinosaur died out long ago. In Allosaurus/Alosaurio, learn how scientists piece together facts about this creature and its world.

Diplodocus was one of the longest animals that ever lived. It was too big to walk into a thick forest. It stuck its long neck between the trees to find plants to eat In Diplodocus/Diplodocus, find out more about this super-sized dinosaur.

Are You a Good Friend? introduces beginning readers to social values and behaviors that are important for developing and maintaining successful friendships in the social communities of home, school, and play.

This bilingual series introduces beginning readers to social values and behaviors that are important for developing and maintaining successful friendships in the social communities of home, school, and play. The simple, bilingual text makes this series ideal for ELLs.