Books with author Claire Romaine

Money and its worth are an important part of the elementary math curriculum and a perfect way to review both numbers and addition. This accessible volume examines the value of coins, as the narrator wonders if theres enough money to buy an ice cream treat. Colorful photographs illustrate the bright text, while the story succeeds in making math fun for the reader.

Every day, were faced with mathematical situations, so much so that we dont even recognize them. This fun volume opens readers eyes to the math in their world through a walk in the park. Theyll find shapes, use numbers, compare sizes, and identify the positions of objects with help from a friendly narrator. Carefully selected photographs support the comprehensible text.

Rivers are such an essential part of Earth's geography. They bring freshwater for drinking, for irrigation, and for transportation, and don't forget fishing. This low-ATOS introduction to this critical water source explains many aspects about rivers and their inhabitants, aided by colorful photographs that will make readers want to explore these indispensable natural resources for themselves.

The pet store is a perfect place to exercise math concepts. Readers will be delighted as this fun volume introduces them to parrots, kittens, puppies, and other animals while reviewing important standards of the math curriculum, such as size comparison, sorting, and numbers and counting. The high-interest topic, and the vivid accompanying photographs, is an accessible and enjoyable introduction or review of elementary math skills.

Many people have preconceptions about biomes, especially deserts. They picture only hot, barren wastelands where nothing lives. This valuable volume teaches young Earth explorers some surprising facts about desert habitats. For example, some deserts dont have sand, and some are quite cold. Theyll also learn how some resilient plants and animals survive in these arid environments. Beautiful images accompany the accessible low-ATOS text.

The ocean is certainly a mysterious place, and this volume takes readers on a grand tour of the deep. Theyll meet ocean animals, such as sea turtles and blue whales, learn about ocean plants, and discover they can encounter marine creatures for themselves at low tide. This informative guide introduces aspiring oceanographers to some important elementary science vocabulary and concepts, supported by colorful photographs that perfectly match the accessible text.