Books with author Jill C. Wheeler

This biography introduces readers to Nikki Grimes, the Coretta Scott King Award winning author who wrote Bronx Masquerade, Talkin' About Bessie, Jazmin's Notebook, What Is Goodbye?, Aneesa Lee and the Weaver's Gift, Barack Obama: Son of Promise, Child of Hope, the Danitra Brown books, and other titles that often feature African-American main characters. Readers will learn about Grimes's childhood in foster care in New York, her love of reading, important teachers, world travels, jobs, hobbies, and the inspiration for her books. Easy-to-read text and full-color photos highlight Grimes's childhood, family, education, and life as a poet, young adult novelist, and picture book writer. Checkerboard Library is an imprint of ABDO Publishing Company.

This book introduces young readers to the British Shorthair cat, the feline known for its permanent smile. Engaging, easy-to-read text invites students to examine this breed's history, personality, behavior, and development. Coat characteristics, common colors, size, and care instructions are also highlighted. Beautiful, full-color photos feature the British Shorthair in a variety of situations. An index and glossary are also included. Aligned to Common Core Standards and correlated to state standards. Checkerboard Library is an imprint of Abdo Publishing, a division of ABDO.

This title examinesFlickr, the photo-sharing website.Readers will learn aboutcompany history and development, howFlickroperates, and its impact on society.Key components such as Editing, Tagging, and Camera Rollare alsoexplored. Color photos accompany easy-to-read, compelling text. Features include a company profile, mini bios of company founders, timeline, fast facts, informative sidebars, andsection on online safety.Checkerboard Library is an imprint of Abdo Publishing, a division of ABDO.

This title examinesVine, the video sharing website.Readers will learn aboutcompany history and development, howVineoperates, issues the company faces such as inappropriate content, and its impact on society.Key components such as VineKids, and Snap to Beat are also explored.Color photos accompany easy-to-read, compelling text. Features include a company profile, mini bios of company founders, timeline, fast facts, informative sidebars, andsection on online safety.Checkerboard Library is an imprint of Abdo Publishing, a division of ABDO.

Easy-to-read text and full-color photos take readers through the childhood, education, and career of American tennis powerhouse Andy Roddick. This book highlights Roddick's performance in professional events with the ATP Tour and the U.S. Davis Cup team, including Grand Slam tournaments and the Olympics. Fascinating topics include Roddick's speedy serve, his sports-oriented family background, and his contributions to society, such as the Andy Roddick Foundation. An informative timeline, player statistics, and career highlights compose a colorful two-page graphic feature. Bold glossary terms and an index accompany engaging text and graphics.

Easy-to-read text with bright, full color photographs brings Kansas to young students. Presented in a simple, easily understandable, "scrapbook" format, kids will truly enjoy opening this travelogue-like book. This 48-page book is filled with current state facts and statistical data. Important historical information segues to up-to-date details on cities, economics, geography, and climate. Checkerboard Library is an imprint of ABDO Publishing Company.

This book introduces young readers to the life of Abigail Adams, beginning with her childhood in Weymouth, Massachusetts. Readers will become familiar with her independent personality as they learn about her love of learning, her marriage to John Adams, and her life as a mother. Details of Mrs. Adams's time as a political wife include her courage facing the hardships of the American Revolution, while her husband served in the Continental Congress, and the many letters they exchanged throughout their lives. Mrs. Adams's years as the vice president's wife and as First Lady, including their move into the White House, are also discussed. Full-color photos accompany the easy-to-read text. Extras include a sidebar, a timeline, fun facts, an index, and a glossary. Checkerboard Library is an imprint of ABDO Publishing Company.