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"L is for lariat or lasso, a loop of rope coiled just so. Swing it wide or swing it low. Hook those horns and yell whoa!" Hold on to your hat and strap on your spurs! Cowpokes and buckaroos of all ages will enjoy this A-Z gallop through the facts,...

Mighty mountains, wild rivers, fiery volcanoes, huge glaciers, vast forests, tropical islands -- all part of our National Parks, belonging to you and me. This magnificent ABC book showcases each of America's National Parks from Acadia and American Samoa...

Celebrating the diversity in our world while cherishing our similarities, P is for Passport takes readers on a whirlwind tour of all the delights of the globe. From the everyday concerns of people everywhere for such things as bread and currency, to the...

This school year promises "no more teachers' dirty looks." They'll be too busy smiling and reading from the pages of T is for Teachers: A School Alphabet. From the first verse, teachers and their kids will have great fun learning from the...

An inspiring story of determination, hard work, and belief in your dreams until you capture them. Former Governor Mario Cuomo shares this endearing life lesson passed down to him from his father. Papa told Mario that having a house with a yard and a tree...

Fore! Lookout for the latest shot from the Sleeping Bear Press sports title: P is for Putt: A Golf Alphabet. Look no further than the ever-growing popularity of Tiger Woods and Michelle Wie to see that golf is a sure-fire hit in the hearts of youngsters...

Author Brad Herzog brings his well-received prose and soccer knowledge together with Melanie Rose's charming and realistic illustrations to detail every facet of the game. Each letter has a simple rhyme for young readers: "J is for the Jerseys that...

The polar bear are splashing in their pool. The monkeys are having the time of their lives in the trees. The lion peacefully observes his surroundings. The zoo is a great place to see animals from all over the world in one place. But who takes care of...

From Elissa Grodin and Maureen Brookfield, the author-illustrator team behind "N is for Nutmeg: A Connecticut Alphabet", comes another rousing state tribute. Using numbers as its backdrop, "Yankee Doodle Numbers: A Connecticut Number Book" gives an...

Primary Numbers: A New Hampshire Numbers Book is a fitting follow-up to its companion state alphabet book. This fun, colorful, and superbly informative book teaches children about numbers using recognizable places, events, and facts from their respective...

Where were zippers first made, and how did they get their name? How were fossils and stalactites formed, and where can you find some spectacular specimens? What was the original name of the Chicago Bears? By the end of their tour through the pages of...

Did you know that all U.S. dollars are printed on special paper from a company in Massachusetts, or that Yankee Candle Co. was started by a 16-year-old boy from that state? The first Thanksgiving took place in Massachusetts, but would you guess that the...

There is more to love about Iowa than cornfields and livestock. It's true there are five pigs for every citizen in Iowa, but it is also home to the ice cream capital of the world and the place where trampolines were invented. Explore Iowa and find the...

Scorpions and Gila monsters, jackrabbits and coyotes, bats, butterflies and 14 varieties of hummingbirds are just a few examples of the diverse wildlife population of Arizona. While 25 percent of Arizona is blanketed by lush forests, it is also the only...

If there's something that binds most cultures together, it's a respect for holidays, both solemn and joyous. This high-interest book explains the characteristics and traditions of numerous holidays such as Hanukkah, Dia de los Muertos, and Juneteenth...

Traditions are powerful expressions of a culture. Celebrations, myths and legends, clothing, music, and foods are all traditions. Sometimes their purposes and meanings are clear, but often traditions are so ingrained in daily lives that people rarely...

This book describes how SWAT teams use their specialized skills to search dangerous places and arrest criminals. Short paragraphs provide easy-to-read text, while vivid photographs make the book engaging and accessible. This book is part of the Apex...

This book describes how stunt performers build the strength, skills, and stamina to do amazing physical feats that most people could only dream of. Short paragraphs provide easy-to-read text, while vivid photographs make the book engaging and accessible...

This book describes how police officers put their lives on the line to respond to emergencies and investigate crimes. Short paragraphs provide easy-to-read text, while vivid photographs make the book engaging and accessible. This book is part of the Apex...

This book describes how firefighters brave thick smoke, blistering heat, and other dangers to save people from fires and other disasters. Short paragraphs provide easy-to-read text, while vivid photographs make the book engaging and accessible. This book...

This book describes how fighter pilots train to swoop, shoot, and soar at incredible heights and speeds. Short paragraphs provide easy-to-read text, while vivid photographs make the book engaging and accessible. This book is part of the Apex Honors...

This book describes how ER doctors act quickly to save people during medical emergencies. Short paragraphs provide easy-to-read text, while vivid photographs make the book engaging and accessible. This book is part of the Apex Honors imprint, which has a...

This book offers a fascinating look at the tools and technologies that scientists use to predict wildfires and keep communities safe. Short paragraphs provide easy-to-read text, while vivid photographs make the book engaging and accessible. The book also...

This book offers a fascinating look at the tools and technologies that scientists use to predict tsunamis and keep communities safe. Short paragraphs provide easy-to-read text, while vivid photographs make the book engaging and accessible. The book also...

This book offers a fascinating look at the tools and technologies that scientists use to predict tornadoes and keep communities safe. Short paragraphs provide easy-to-read text, while vivid photographs make the book engaging and accessible. The book also...

This book offers a fascinating look at the tools and technologies that scientists use to predict hurricanes and keep communities safe. Short paragraphs provide easy-to-read text, while vivid photographs make the book engaging and accessible. The book...

This book offers a fascinating look at the tools and technologies that scientists use to predict floods and keep communities safe. Short paragraphs provide easy-to-read text, while vivid photographs make the book engaging and accessible. The book also...

This book offers a fascinating look at the tools and technologies that scientists use to predict blizzards and keep communities safe. Short paragraphs provide easy-to-read text, while vivid photographs make the book engaging and accessible. The book also...

Become an eyewitness to the Great Pyramids and the Valley of the Kings, discovering all the secrets of this fascinating civilization.   Travel back in time with this picture-led guide and explore the magnificent monuments and fabulous tombs of...

Discover the awesome power of nature in this visual guide to the dynamic natural phenomena across our planet.   Become an eyewitness to the weird and wonderful ways of our world, from tsunamis to tornadoes, and discover nature's awesome potential...

Join us in celebrating the Golden Age of Jazz with The World Book Encyclopedia 2025! As the only general reference encyclopedia still published today, this set provides authoritative content on almost every topic to learners of all ages, from school-age...

There are all kinds of families. Families can be big or small and they can change over time. Some families live together and others live apart. In every family there are people who love each other. Who's in your family?

Cat in the Learn About Animals series uses a phonics curriculum based approach to get children comfortable with reading. This decodable book introduces short a sounds and uses a combination of sight words and short-vowel words in repetition to build...

Pig in the Learn About Animals series uses a phonics curriculum based approach to get children comfortable with reading. This decodable book introduces short i and short u sounds and uses a combination of sight words and short-vowel words in repetition...

Dog in the Learn About Animals series uses a phonics curriculum based approach to get children comfortable with reading. This decodable book introduces short u and short o sounds and uses a combination of sight words and short-vowel words in repetition...

Budding Blossom Stories provide the first steps of independent reading, serving as a bridge between phonological awareness instruction and decoding written English, with a focus on initial sounds and high-utility, high-frequency words. This title in...