Books with author Rebecca Pettiford

Chilling winds rush in through an open doorway. Snow swirls in the air. Winter has arrived! Animals grow thick coats to guard from the frigid temperatures, and people bundle up in parkas and hats. Many trees and plants grow dormant. This title highlights the drastic changes of the Northern Hemisphere during winter. Photo labels visual define glossary terms and other important words. ""Weather Watch"" sidebars highlight severe weather for each season. ""Earth's Position"" infographic highlights the cycle of seasons as the planet moves around the sun. Table of contents, glossary, index are also included.

The human body has 206 bones, and each has a special job to do! From giving the body shape to making blood cells, the skeletal system truly is the bodys foundation! Through labeled diagrams and carefully defined terms, readers can easily follow the skeletal systems many roles. The human body is a complex being made up of systems that keep us alive and moving! In this series, readers will dive into the bodys systems though engaging, leveled text and related diagrams that follow the parts and functions of each system. Get a microscopic view inside the body with A Closer Look, and put new knowledge into action with a hands-on activity. Check out what is happening inside the body with each title!

In Stadiums, early fluent readers will learn how stadiums are designed to provide the best possible experiences for performers and spectators alike. Vibrant, full-color photos and carefully leveled text will engage young readers as they explore the built world around them. An infographic illustrates how stadium roofs manage sound, and an activity offers kids an opportunity to extend discovery. Children can learn more about stadiums using our safe search engine that provides relevant, age-appropriate websites. Stadiums also features reading tips for teachers and parents, a table of contents, a glossary, and an index. Stadiums is part of Jump!'s Amazing Structures series.

In Coaches, beginning readers will learn how coaches teach kids the skills they need to play sports. Vibrant, full-color photos and carefully leveled text will engage young readers as they discover what coaches do on the job. A labeled diagram helps readers identify the different parts of an athletic field, while a picture glossary reinforces new vocabulary. Children can learn more about coaches online using our safe search engine that provides relevant, age-appropriate websites. Coaches also features reading tips for teachers and parents, a table of contents, and an index. Coaches is part of Jump!’s Community Helpers series.