Transdisciplinary Themes

Some climates are dry and some are wet. Some are cold and some are warm. But those words can describe weather too. Learn the difference between weather and climate. Find out how landforms and location can influence weather patterns.

Why do we yawn? Are left-handed people more creative? Why do we have fingerprints? When it comes to our bodies, there are a whole lot of questions we're still trying to answer. Get ready to explore the unknown and discover how scientists are working to...

It's a full home under the leaves of a forest! From spiders and frogs to deer and bears, the temperate forest biome has just the right shelter and weather for a large variety of plants and animals. Learn about the geography and resources of the temperate...

Did you know that Antarctica is the largest desert in the world? It receives so little rain or snow that it is almost as dry as the Sahara! Whether cold, hot, or somewhere in between, a third of Earth's land is part of the desert biome. Learn about the...

Where does clean drinking water come from? Discover the story behind one of the necessities of life. From facts on how much water we use daily to how dirty water becomes bacteria-free and safe enough to drink. Readers will learn about why we need...

Do you love watching race cars? Then maybe you can get a job making them go faster. There are more jobs for gearheads than you probably ever realized. From classic car restorer to motorcycle designer, readers will learn about various STEM and STEAM for...

On July 20, 1969, Neil Armstrong took one giant leap for mankind when he became the first person to set foot on the moon. Now readers can step back in time to learn about what led up to the Apollo 11 moon landing, how the historic event unfolded, and the...

Magma, wind, and water form different rocks in different ways. Read beneath the cracks to learn about the rock cycle and how people affect it.

Fossil Fuels are an important part of the Earth. Humans have come to rely on them as a source of energy. What exactly are fossil fuels? How does our dependence on them harm the environment? What are alternate sources of energy and how do we reverse the...

Whoosh! Squirrel takes off at full speed through the autumn leaves. But pump the brakes, because this year The Golden Nut Hunt race it is a team event. Squirrel reluctantly enlists her friends and is not impressed. Will Squirrel's competitive spirit take...

This book pack of 79 titles supports the IB PYP transdisciplinary theme Who We Are by exploring identity, relationships, and well-being. Together, these fiction and non-fiction books help to they foster self-awareness, social responsibility, and an...

This book pack  of 56 titles supports the IB PYP transdisciplinary theme Where We Are in Place and Time by exploring history, discoveries, and human migration. Together, these fiction and non-fiction books help to foster curiosity, global awareness,...

This book pack of 35 titles supports the IB PYP transdisciplinary theme How We Share the Planet by exploring sustainability, ecosystems, and human impact. Together, these fiction and non-fiction books help to they encourage inquiry, global awareness, and...

This book pack of 19 titles supports the IB PYP transdisciplinary theme How We Organize Ourselves by exploring systems, communities, and decision-making. Together, these fiction and non-fiction books help to foster inquiry, critical thinking, and an...

This book pack of 24 titles supports the IB PYP transdisciplinary theme How We Express Ourselves by exploring creativity, storytelling, and artistic expression. Together, these fiction and non-fiction books help to foster communication, cultural...

This book pack of 90 titles supports How The World Works by exploring scientific principles, technology and the natural world. Together, these fiction and non-fiction books help to foster inquiry, critical thinking, and an understanding of the natural...

Yasmin is thrilled about her school’s new recycling program. But getting her friends to pitch in is no easy task! Will some creative thinking get Yasmin’s friends to be good recyclers?

It's not always easy to understand the experiences of people who are different from us. But we have to work at it to build better communities. In this book, you'll learn about practicing empathy, communicating respectfully, and building meaningful...

Who are you? How do the identities you hold—like your racial or gender identity—impact you every day? How do they impact others? These big and important questions are key to understanding ourselves. Part of being your true self means learning...

Roxy the Rhino doesn't mean to interrupt or cut in line or take things without asking. Sometimes her excitement just takes over. Roxy has a problem with impulse control. Thankfully Roxy meets a new friend who teaches her to stop, think, and wink. Maybe...