Lorin Driggs

From Joshua trees to Venus flytraps, discover some amazing plants in this STEAM book! An unusual plant with only two leaves has survived for almost 500 years in Africa. Deep in a swamp, a beautiful plant curls a sticky leaf around a fly and digests it. Explore how these plants survive and thrive in harsh environments. Created in collaboration with the Smithsonian Institution, this book will spark curiosity about plants. It features a hands-on STEAM challenge that is perfect for makerspaces and walks students step-by-step through the engineering design process. Make STEAM career connections with career advice from actual Smithsonian employees working in life science fields. Explore advanced science topics for older readers with this STEAM book that is ideal for secondary students or ages 10-14.

Take a trip to see the spectacular landmarks of the world This social studies book describes various landmarks created by nature, people from thousands of years ago, and people in modern times. From the Northern Lights to the Pyramids of Giza to the Guggenheim Museum, Earth has many beautiful landmarks to offer. This teacher-approved book provides students with opportunities to admire the legacy of landmarks around the globe. The book incorporates the geography and history of the world's natural and human-made landmarks in an easy-to-follow way. With a glossary and index, helpful discussion questions, and other meaningful features, this book brings the wonders of the world to life for students.

Explore the landscape of the southeastern United States This social studies book describes how this fascinating place and its people have changed over time. Students are invited on a tour of the mountains, caves, and seashores of the Southeast. This teacher-approved book offers students the chance to learn about the lives of people from the region, including the history of native peoples and slavery in the region. The book covers the geography, history, economics, and civics of the southeastern United States in an easy-to-follow way. With a glossary and index, key discussion questions, and other meaningful features, this book gives students an inside look at the Southeast.

Explore amusement parks across the United States This Primary Source Reader describes where U.S. amusement parks began and how they have changed over time. Includes fun activities and text features to build social studies skills.

Learn about the landmark Supreme Court Case that ended legal segregation Explore the historical context and outcome of Brown v. Board of Education. This 32-page nonfiction book covers difficult topics like discrimination in an easy-to-follow way. Perfect for use in the classroom or at-home learning to explore slavery, segregation, and other serious subjects in U.S. history. Includes a short fiction piece to help students relate to the topic and engaging text features such as a glossary, useful discussion questions, and a "Civics in Action" activity designed to get students thinking and talking about social issues.

Learn the history behind the phrase "We the people". This Spanish nonfiction book analyzes the Preamble to the U.S. Constitution in an exciting and informative way. The book includes a glossary, a short fiction piece related to the topic, and a bonus activity. With this book that's perfect for young readers, students can see how the powerful words of the Preamble are reflected in American government. This 32-page full-color Spanish book describes the creation of the U.S. Constitution and the Preamble. It also explores important topics like justice and liberty and includes an extension activity for grade 3. Perfect for the classroom, at-home learning, or homeschool to explore the Constitution, structure of government, and United States history.

Learn about the signs you encounter in everyday life with this nonfiction book. Ideal for young readers, this book teaches students all about signs with simple text, vibrant images, a bonus project, a fiction piece related to the topic, and other helpful features. This 20-page full-color book gives examples of relevant signs and conveys their meanings. It also covers important concepts such as following directions and safety, and includes an extension activity for kindergarten. Perfect for the classroom, at-home learning, or homeschool to learn about signs, symbols, and being responsible.

Learn the history behind the phrase "We the people". This nonfiction book analyzes the Preamble to the U.S. Constitution in an exciting and informative way. The book includes a glossary, a short fiction piece related to the topic, and a bonus activity. With this book that's perfect for young readers, students can see how the powerful words of the Preamble are reflected in American government. This 32-page full-color book describes the creation of the U.S. Constitution and the Preamble. It also explores important topics like justice and liberty and includes an extension activity for grade 3. Perfect for the classroom, at-home learning, or homeschool to explore the Constitution, structure of government, and United States history.