Megan Borgert-Spaniol

Cloudy, chilly, windy, rainy--the weather is threatening to make today a terrible day. But having the right outlook changes everything. Pairs with the nonfiction title I Am Positive.

With this title, young makers will learn how to get inspired, problem-solve, and collaborate with others as they take on four art challenges, including making a mask for their own superhero and designing a stage for their favorite performer. Like a real artist, they'll have to meet demands while staying within limits. Aligned to Common Core Standards and correlated to state standards. Super Sandcastle is an imprint of Abdo Publishing, a division of ABDO.

With this title, young makers will learn how to get inspired, problem-solve, and collaborate with others as they take on four engineering challenges, including building a stool out of newspaper and constructing a roller coaster for a marble. Like a real engineer, they'll have to meet demands while staying within limits. Aligned to Common Core Standards and correlated to state standards. Super Sandcastle is an imprint of Abdo Publishing, a division of ABDO.

This title introduces the classic American muscle car, the Chevrolet Corvette. Readers will learn about the Corvette's history, models, special features, technical specs, racing career, and prevalence in popular culture. Large dynamic photos, easy-to-read text, a timeline, and infographics put readers in the driver's seat High-interest sidebars give readers cool facts to share with their friends. Aligned to Common Core Standards and correlated to state standards. Big Buddy Books is an imprint of Abdo Publishing, a division of ABDO.

With this title, young makers will learn how to get inspired, problem-solve, and collaborate with others as they take on four aerospace engineering challenges, including designing a spaceship for touring the solar system and building a plane that can carry cargo. Like a real aerospace engineer, they'll have to meet demands while staying within limits. Aligned to Common Core Standards and correlated to state standards. Super Sandcastle is an imprint of Abdo Publishing, a division of ABDO.

With this title, young makers will learn how to get inspired, problem-solve, and collaborate with others as they take on four architecture challenges, including constructing their dream playground and building a tiny house for a pet. Like a real architect, they'll have to meet demands while staying within limits. Aligned to Common Core Standards and correlated to state standards. Super Sandcastle is an imprint of Abdo Publishing, a division of ABDO.

This title examines viruses, bacteria, fungi and protozoa with a focus on rhinoviruses and coronaviruses from how they infect the body and cause colds and are spread from person-to-person, the body's immune response, to symptoms and treatment, and when to see a doctor. Secondary complications are also covered. A list of healthy habits is included to help readers combat disease. Aligned to Common Core Standards and correlated to state standards. Big Buddy Books is an imprint of Abdo Publishing, a division of ABDO.

With this title, young makers will learn how to get inspired, problem-solve, and collaborate with others as they take on four coding and strategy challenges, including creating their own secret code and designing a board game. Like a real coder and strategist, they'll have to meet demands while staying within limits. Aligned to Common Core Standards and correlated to state standards. Super Sandcastle is an imprint of Abdo Publishing, a division of ABDO.

Mindfulness is a powerful practice to help kids find calm in the midst of everyday stress--but how to make it accessible and fun?In Crafting Calm: Art and Activities for Mindful Kids, kids engage in and practice mindfulness through fun and easy exercises, quizzes, crafts, and activities, with the goal of learning a deeper sense of calm, peace, joy, and connection to the world around them, all while improving emotional intelligence, boosting self-esteem, and reducing anxiety. Perfect for kids to do alone or with the help of an adult, the activities in Crafting Calm will have kids playing, tinkering, creating, and doodling their way to peaceful, balanced minds.

Tour some of the world's most famous haunted places in Spooky Castles. Young readers will learn about the history, eerie occurrences, and public reactions to several spooky sites. The book also provides historic context and scientific facts that explain what is really going on. Dynamic photos and illustrative details will make readers feel as though they've just visited each hair-raising locale Big Buddy Books is an imprint of Abdo Publishing, a division of ABDO.

With Parrotfish: Coral Reef Cleaners, kids will discover how parrotfish influence their ecosystems. Young readers will learn where parrotfish live and how they affect their environment, their role in the food web, and the dangers they face. The book ends with a Fun Facts page, a quiz, and a glossary. Aligned to Common Core Standards and correlated to state standards. Super Sandcastle is an imprint of Abdo Publishing, a division of ABDO.

With Gray Wolves: Yellowstone's Hunters, kids will discover how gray wolves influence their ecosystems. Young readers will learn where gray wolves live and how they affect their environment, their role in the food web, and the dangers they face. The book ends with a Fun Facts page, a quiz, and a glossary. Aligned to Common Core Standards and correlated to state standards. Super Sandcastle is an imprint of Abdo Publishing, a division of ABDO.

With Beavers: Wetland Architects, kids will discover how beavers influence their ecosystems. Young readers will learn where beavers live, how they affect their environment, their role in the food web, and the dangers they face. The book ends with a Fun Facts page, a quiz, and a glossary. Aligned to Common Core Standards and correlated to state standards. Super Sandcastle is an imprint of Abdo Publishing, a division of ABDO.

Technology has made playtime a lot of fun. But there are tons of ways to play that don't require keyboards or screens. From making slime to flipping bottles, you can create your own toys and games. All you need are some household items and a little bit of science. Step-by-step instructions and photos guide readers through each activity and Science Takeaway sidebars explain the science behind the results. All projects use common materials found around the house.