Bonnie Bader
Author
Series
Publisher
Penguin Workshop, an imprint of Penguin Random House
Pub. Date
[2018]
Lexile measure
930L
Physical Desc
108 pages, 16 unnumbered pages of plates : illustrations, maps ; 21 cm.
Language
English
Description
Describes the history of the soccer World Cup, covering clothing and equipment, host stadiums, the rules, qualifying to participate, and the most successful teams.
Author
Series
Publisher
Scholastic Inc
Pub. Date
[2018]
Lexile measure
840L
Physical Desc
99 pages : illustrations, map ; 20 cm.
Language
English
Description
An introduction to the real-world experiences of passengers, conductors and abolitionists, well-known and unknown, who shaped history through their participation in the Underground Railroad, is complemented by reminiscences by BeForever character and escaped slave, Addy Walker.
Author
Series
Publisher
Grosset & Dunlap ; An Imprint of Penguin Group (USA) Inc
Pub. Date
[2013]
Lexile measure
640L
Physical Desc
106 pages : illustrations, maps ; 20 cm.
Language
English
Description
Offers insight into the historical events that prompted Columbus' efforts to establish new trade routes to the Indies, his struggles to obtain financial support for his voyages, and the important discoveries that caused him to become known as the "Great Admiral of the Seas."
Author
Series
Publisher
Grosset & Dunlap, an imprint of Penguin Random House
Pub. Date
[2016]
Lexile measure
790L
Physical Desc
108 pages : illustrations ; 20 cm.
Language
English
Description
"Through this engaging Who Was? biography, kids will discover the woman behind the sunglasses. Private and bookish, Jackie Kennedy found herself thrust into the world spotlight as the young and glamorous wife of the President John F. Kennedy. As First Lady she restored the once neglected rooms of the White House to their former glory, and through her charm and elegance became a style icon whose influence is still felt even today. Kids will be fascinated...
Author
Series
Publisher
Penguin Workshop, an imprint of Penguin Random House
Pub. Date
[2014]
Physical Desc
106 pages : illustrations, maps ; 20 cm.
Language
English
Description
Robert E. Lee seemed destined for greatness. His father was a Revolutionary War hero and at West Point he graduated second in his class! In 1861, when the Southern states seceded from the Union, Lee was offered the opportunity to command the Union forces. However, even though he was against the war, his loyalty to his home state of Virginia wouldn't let him fight for the North.
Author
Series
Publisher
Grosset & Dunlap, an imprint of Penguin Random House
Pub. Date
[2013]
Lexile measure
720L
Physical Desc
105 pages : illustrations, maps ; 20 cm.
Language
English
Description
"Did you know that Bell's amazing invention--the telephone--stemmed from his work on teaching the deaf? Both his mother and wife were deaf. Or, did you know that in later years he refused to have a telephone in his study? Bell's story will fascinate young readers interested in the early history of modern technology!" -- Provided by publisher.
10) Go to bed, Blue
Author
Publisher
Penguin Young Readers, an imprint of Penguin Group (USA) LLC
Pub. Date
[2014]
Physical Desc
32 pages : color illustrations ; 24 cm.
Language
English
Description
Blue, a little alien from outer space, drives his human companions to distraction when he resists going to sleep.
12) Play with Blue
Author
Pub. Date
2013
Physical Desc
32 pages : color illustrations ; 23 cm.
Language
English
Description
A boy and a girl are frightened when a big spaceship lands in their back yard and the little blue-skinned boy who emerges tells them to come close, but it soon becomes clear that he is just looking for friends on Earth.
13) Graphs
Author
Pub. Date
2003
Physical Desc
48 pages : color illustrations ; 23 cm.
Language
English
Description
A boring family reunion provides data for charting graphs for a homework assignment.
Author
Series
Publisher
Scholastic Inc
Pub. Date
[2019]
Lexile measure
870L
Physical Desc
118 pages : illustrations, map ; 20 cm.
Language
English
Description
"In 1933, people from all over the country came together calling for equal rights for African Americans. The March on Washington for Jobs and Freedom was a peaceful protest and the setting for Martin Luther King Jr.'s 'I have a dream' speech. Learn about the inspiring people and incredible acts of courage that led to this historic moment. Plus, American girl Melody shares her own experiences growing up during the civil rights movement and dealing...
Author
Publisher
Penguin Young Readers, an imprint of Penguin Random House
Pub. Date
[2016].
Lexile measure
390L
Physical Desc
32 pages : color illustrations ; 24 cm.
Language
English
Description
Hedgehogs are tiny animals with sharp spines. But these cute critters make great pets! Find out all about how to care for a hedgehog in this fact-and-photo-filled reader.
Author
Series
Publisher
Golden Book
Pub. Date
2023.
Physical Desc
1 volume (unpaged) : chiefly illustrations (color) ; 28 cm.
Language
English
Description
"Celebrate Passover by reading about how Moses helped lead the Israelites to freedom. In addition to the story of Passover, which includes the Ten Plagues, the Burning Bush, and the Parting of the Red Sea, preschoolers will also learn about the Passover Seder and how Jewish people celebrate today. Filled with colorful illustrations and simple, yet informative text, this Big Golden Book is perfect to share with your family this Passover!"--