Books with author Katie Kawa

Hillary Clinton’s political career has included roles as First Lady, Senator, and presidential candidate. Her dedication to public service makes her a strong role model for young people looking to make their mark on the world in a positive way. Readers discover inspiring details about Clinton’s life and work through engaging main text, detailed sidebars, and a timeline of her accomplishments. Full-color photographs and quotes from Clinton herself are sure to hold readers’ attention as they learn valuable lessons about citizenship while exploring Clinton’s life story.

Hockey is a sport with a rich history, and readers discover that history as they learn about the games most famous records and record-holders. Hockeys biggest names of the past and present are introduced to readers through informative text, including sidebar biographies. Readers learn about the stories behind hockeys most impressive records, such as most career points and most shutouts. Stat boxes allow readers to reinforce their math skills by comparing athletes and teams. Eye-catching photographs of the sports best players and teams keep readers engaged with each turn of the page.

Fans of the domestic feline pay a visit to pet corner, where they learn all about caring for the mysteriously independent but lovable cat. Young readers learn what cats eat, how they play, and how theyre taken care of when sick. Theyre shown that even though cats are afraid of the water, they still have an inventive way to keep supremely clean. A picture glossary helps cement understanding of new words.

A pond is a very unique habitat, home to a variety of freshwater plants, animals, and microscopic creatures. Readers discover how all of these living things are connected through food chains, as they learn fascinating facts about life in a pond. Detailed photographs give readers an up-close look at frogs, algae, and other creatures found in a pond. Fact boxes complement the enlightening text, which explores important science concepts, including conservation and life cycles. Readers can see how these pond food chains come together as they explore an informative pond food web.

Hockey is a sport with a rich history, and readers discover that history as they learn about the games most famous records and record-holders. Hockeys biggest names of the past and present are introduced to readers through informative text, including sidebar biographies. Readers learn about the stories behind hockeys most impressive records, such as most career points and most shutouts. Stat boxes allow readers to reinforce their math skills by comparing athletes and teams. Eye-catching photographs of the sports best players and teams keep readers engaged with each turn of the page.

Hostage negotiators have a difficult job thats fascinating to learn about. Readers discover what these brave men and women do in order to safely diffuse hostage situations. They also discover the special skills and training needed to pursue this career path. Important facts about hostage negotiators are presented through accessible main text, fact boxes, and a helpful graphic organizer. Full-color photographs bring readers into the thrilling world of hostage negotiators. Readers will also be captivated by harrowing stories of real hostage negotiations.

A forest is an ecosystem with a variety of plant and animal lifefrom trees to deer. These plants and animals are connected through food chains, or the passing of energy from one living thing to another. In this volume, readers explore a forest for themselves, learning about the living things that can be found there. Informative text and fun fact boxes explain the connections between forest creatures, and vibrant photographs of forest wildlife fill each page. Readers can even visualize the way food chains come together as they study a detailed forest food web.

Forensic detectives use science to solve crimes. Readers explore the ways forensic detectives analyze evidence from crime scenes using their scientific skills, as well as technology, engineering, and math. These areas of STEM are discussed through career-focused text designed to keep readers engaged as they learn. Detailed fact boxes and a clear graphic organizer also help make learning fun for readers. Full-color photographs and real-world examples of forensic detectives at work give readers a fascinating look at what a career as a forensic detective is all about.

Athletes inspire people both on and off the field, and Megan Rapinoe understands her responsibility to use her fame and visibility to push for positive changes in her sport and in the world as a whole. Young sports fans will be captivated by stories of Rapinoe's soccer stardom, but as they learn about her game-winning goals, they'll also learn about her advocacy for equal pay, racial equality, and LGBTQ+ rights. These topics are presented in an age-appropriate way, with the help of Rapinoe's own words highlighted in quote boxes and bright photographs of this superstar in action.