Books with author Aven King

Readers will take a dive into the ocean to meet the harp seal. Through age-appropriate language, this book will teach early readers all about harp seal anatomy, behavior, and skills. The book covers many important topics in early life science curricula. Readers will meet adorable furry harp seal pups through vivid color photographs. Photographs paired with engaging text promise a fun ocean adventure as readers come face-to-face with this amazing ocean animal.

The doctor is in! Readers will experience the daily tasks and challenges of a doctor, looking through the lens of the tools they use. This book introduces readers to important medical tools from stethoscopes to thermometers to blood pressure cuffs. Each tool and its function are described in detail with an accompanying photograph. The text is straightforward and full of fun facts to help deepen the reader’s understanding of a doctor’s career. Each tool is shown again at the end of the book in a graphic organizer that helps embed the material in the reader’s mind and make for a well-rounded reading experience.

Readers will delight in the high-interest educational topics addressed in this book, which is aligned to the 2nd grade Common Core State Standards for English/Language Arts. Age-appropriate language, vivid imagery, and a relatable narrative will grab students' attention, keeping them engaged while also equipping them with the skills they need to become thoughtful readers. This book provides additional learning opportunities through a graphic organizer, glossary, and index. Rosen Common Core Readers can be paired with InfoMax Common Core Readers to provide another perspective to parallel topics. A relatable narrator's journey to discover more about their Mexican heritage teaches readers about another culture and about exploring their own heritage. CCSS English Language Arts Standards: RI.2.4., L.2.4a.