Books with author Christine Honders

Crissi is a very inquisitive little girl who finds the hole of a donutt is deeper than she thinks. She learns just how deep when she drops in on Donuttland where everything and everyone is made of pastry. The Donutts and the Nasti Jellies are fighting over the Kingdom, and because the King's Golden Crown of Icing has disappeared, Donuttland is no longer rich, most, and luscious. After meeting the King, Crissi, with the help of a beautiful crystal frosting Dragon with rainbow-colored eyes, and her new friends find a way to end the fighting. Along the way, they all discover how important family is and that it takes both the Donutts and the Jellies to restore Donuttland to its majestic beauty.

Sports are a huge part of American culture. Many people pick favorite teams and cheer for them through thick and thin, and many students play on sports teams in their community. One reason teams do well is because of their coaches. Coaches help athletes become everything they want to be and empower young people to figure out their strengths. They study different strategies and motivate people to do their best. Coaches encourage people to work together as a team to achieve a common goal. Sporty photographs of coaches in real-life situations help readers remember important facts from the narrative.

All cats—from mountain lions to housecats—have amazing night vision. Why do they need it, and what adaptations in their eyes make it possible? Readers find the answers to these questions as they explore the science behind cats’ superpowered night vision. They also discover other animals that can see well in darkness, such as owls and giant squids. Fun facts about these animals and a detailed graphic organizer touch on a variety of science curriculum topics, and colorful pictures make learning about these topics engaging for readers.

How was the ancient Aztec government different from other ancient governments, as well as modern forms of government? The answer to this question and more is waiting for readers to discover as they learn the details of ancient Aztec government. Common social studies curriculum topics, such as ancient civilizations and forms of government, are presented in a way thats sure to keep readers entertained as they learn. Manageable text is accompanied by full-color photographs and historical images. Readers also gain information through primary sources that were carefully selected to enhance their learning experience.

Alzheimer's disease is the most common type of dementia in the world. In 2019, about 5.8 million Americans were living with this disease. Alzheimer's is often called a "family disease" because watching a loved one's health decline can affect the entire family. Understanding this situation can be especially difficult for children. Why doesn't grandma remember my name? Why did grandpa have to move into a care home? This book will help young readers understand what Alzheimer's disease is and provide them with healthy coping strategies. Photographs and age-appropriate text aid readers in understanding what's going on and what might be different.

Love horses? In this book you will smell the horses, the leather tack, the stables; you will feel the velvet noses, the flying heels; you will become involved in the trials and triumphs of young girls trying to get a break into this facinating world, and bite your nails over the stuggles of the professionals running equine busineses. If you love horses, buy this book,and step right into this exciting world.

When someone is sick or injured, they go see a doctor. Doctors are trained to figure out what is making the person sick and the kinds of treatment needed to cure them. If the person doesn't want to get sick again, or make an injury worse, they must follow the doctor's orders. This book gives readers examples of why someone would see a doctor and how important it is to follow the doctor's instructions. Relevant images aid readers in making textual connections.

Software architects are in charge of designing and developing the software programs that computers need to operate. In this book, readers will learn more about what software architects do, including where they work, what information they should know, and what skills they should have. STEM concepts addressed in the Next Generation Science Standards are discussed throughout the text. The text support elementary curriculum and addresses computational thinking. A glossary helps readers gain an understanding of new or complicated computer terminology.

Many children take the bus to school every day. To ensure a safe ride, there are rules they need to follow. One of the most important rules is to listen to the bus driver. It's important to stay seated and wait until the driver tells the riders it's OKAY to get up. Riders need to stay quiet so they don't distract the driver. The driver also uses hand signals as kids enter or exit the bus to let them know when to cross the street. This must-have book teaches readers that bus safety depends on listening to the bus driver. Colorful photographs provide readers with close textual correlations.