Books with author Paige V. Polinsky

Sonia Sotomayor has been a trailblazer all her life. Shes the Supreme Courts first Latina justice, and its third-ever woman! This low-level book explores Sonias childhood in the Bronx, her career as a tough-but-fair prosecutor, and her journey to the highest court in the U.S. Sonia Sotomayors extraordinary life shows young readers that anything is possible!

Readers will have a blast learning about some of the most amazing human-made structures in the world. Each book in this engaging series explores one type of engineering structure, including how it is built, how it is used, and why it is important. Bright, full-page photos fill the pages of this fun series, while easy-to-read text introduces readers to key STEM concepts. Aligned to Common Core Standards and correlated to state standards. Sandcastle is an imprint of Abdo Publishing, a division of ABDO.

This playful and informative series reveals the inner workings and impact of todays most popular video games. Each title explores the inception and evolution of a particular game, highlighting key creators, super players, and cultural crazes inspired by the game. Special features include side-by-side comparisons of the game over time and a behind-the-screen look into the franchise. Full-color photos and action-packed screenshots will transport readers to the heart of each video game empire and have everyone excited to learn more!

Although he cannot see, Daredevil uses his super senses of smell, touch, taste, and sound to save the day! Humans dont quite have the super senses of Daredevil. But in this title, readers will explore how people and animals use their senses in super ways! Informative text highlights the superpower in fiction, the science behind the power, and the powers future possibilities. Special features reinforce the text by profiling a popular superhero, highlighting the superpower in the media, showing off its use in nature, and more!

This series reveals the inner workings and impact of today's most popular video games! Each title explores the inception and evolution of a particular game, highlighting key creators, super players, and cultural crazes inspired by the game. Special features include side-by-side comparisons of the game over time and a behind-the-screen look into the franchise. Other features include a table of contents, fun facts, a timeline and an index.Full-color photos and action-packed screenshots will transport readers to the heart of each video game empire! Aligned to Common Core Standards and correlated to state standards. Checkerboard Library is an imprint of Abdo Publishing, a division of ABDO.

A prickly hedgehog curls into a ball. Time to hide! These shy pets may be cute, but they need help staying healthy! This fun title explores hedgehog care, from how these pets behave to what they eat, how they play, and where they sleep. Additional features such as a profile, a supply list, and a care duties checklist offer even more information on caring for a pet hedgehog.

Itâ??s game on, Madden NFL fans! This title explores the inception and evolution of Madden NFL, highlighting the gameâ??s key creators, super players, and the cultural crazes inspired by the game. Special features include side-by-side comparisons of the game over time and a behind-the-screen look into the franchise. Other features include a table of contents, fun facts, a timeline and an index.Full-color photos and action-packed screenshots will transport readers to the heart the Madden NFL empire! Aligned to Common Core Standards and correlated to state standards.

A mini horse jumps over an obstacle. Later, it pulls its owner in a cart. These special talents make the mini horse a standout pet! With engaging text and fun photos, this title introduces readers to the ins and outs of keeping a mini horse as a pet. Special features such as a profile, a supply list, and a care duties checklist add even more information about mini horse care.

Ferrets are playful pets that are always on the move. But these cute critters need more than play. They require special care! This engaging text serves as a ferret care primer, with information about ferret personalities, food, games, cages, and more. Special features such as a profile, a supply list, and a care duties checklist offer additional knowledge about ferret care.