Books with author reader: James

Running a farm is a lot of hard work. Sometimes people use animals to help them. In this exciting nonfiction book, readers will learn about the important jobs of farm animals. Horses plow fields, cats chase away mice, and dogs herd sheep. The age-appropriate text is perfect for students who are just learning to read. Full-color photographs make the action come alive on each page. Readers will also learn about farmers? jobs and some of the technology they use to help them get things done around the farm.

When the Founding Fathers drew up the Constitution, they envisioned a system of government in which no single person had all the power. In this fact-filled book, readers will learn about the executive, legislative, and judicial branches of the U.S. government. Students will learn what each branch does and how they work together to keep our country running through a system of checks and balances. Primary sources enrich the text and bring history to life. Students will enjoy learning about this important early elementary social studies subject.

Have you ever been to a farmers’ market? This book lets children read about all of the sights and sounds of a farmers’ market. Each page features full-colorful photographs. The low-level text is perfect for emerging readers, and familiar topics will keep them interested. The farmers’ market is a great place for community members to meet and sell their goods. Children will enjoy reading about all that the farmers’ market has to offer, and younger children will enjoy listening.

Many people think St. Patrick's Day is all about shamrocks, leprechauns, and green clothing, but there's actually a lot of history behind this popular holiday. This book is packed with fun facts about the origins of St. Patrick's Day. St. Patrick, for example, wasn't even Irish! Readers will learn about past and present traditions surrounding this day of celebration. Today, many cities hold parades, and some local rivers are even dyed green. Each spread features colorful images that encourage readers to make connections with the text. This book will help students appreciate the history of St. Patrick's Day as well as its festivities.

Running a farm is a lot of hard work. Sometimes people use animals to help them. In this exciting nonfiction book, readers will learn about the important jobs of farm animals. Horses plow fields, cats chase away mice, and dogs herd sheep. The age-appropriate text is perfect for students who are just learning to read. Full-color photographs make the action come alive on each page. Readers will also learn about farmers? jobs and some of the technology they use to help them get things done around the farm.

EMERGENCY A Slave Ship emerges out of the Hudson River in front of the Statue of Liberty sending NYC into a frenzy. Emergency is an intricately woven, urgent, witty and moving exploration of our shared humanity and what it means to be free. An explosive play where rhythm, rhyme and remembrance rise. "Daniel Beaty is a name to remember, as is this vivid portrait of the African- American experience in present day New York." -TheaterMania.com "Daniel Beaty's explosive, affecting solo play Emergency may be the most important new American drama since Angels in America." -NYTheatre.com "A funny, passionate show." -Variety THROUGH THE NIGHT Through the Night is a timely and inspiring story of possibility and hope, weaving together a unique blend of humor, poetry, music, and drama. It portrays a community of people who experience an unexpected epiphany on the same evening that changes their lives forever. "May be one of the most uplifting and inspiring pieces of theater you'll see this year." -TheaterMania.com "Daniel Beaty's poetic solo show is a thing of beauty, wit, grit and piercing lyricism." -The New York Times

Bang! Tap! Clang! A drum set makes an exciting birthday gift, especially for the main character of this upbeat story. Readers will love this bright, colorful story about forming a family salsa band. Relatable characters, familiar situations, and accessible text make this book perfect for emerging readers. Younger listeners will also enjoy this energetic tale about learning a new instrument, making music, and having fun with your family.

Six more weeks of winter! That's what people shout each year on February 2nd if the famous groundhog in Punxsutawney, Pennsylvania, sees his shadow. An animal might seem like a strange and unreliable way to predict the weather, but people have been consulting critters on this for hundreds of years. With age-appropriate text, this book explores the history of Groundhog Day from its origins as a pagan celebration to today. Full-color images provide an up-close look at these furry little weather predictors. Readers might hope for a sunny start to February and an early start to spring, but what will the groundhog say?