Books in First Step Nonfiction _ States of Matter series

An introduction to the concept of shapes demonstrates how putting various shapes together will produce another shape.

Watch as a boy makes map of his room to show his friend the location of the supplies he’ll need to care of the boy's hamster while the family goes on vacation. Simple text takes early readers step by step through the types of features a room map needs to have.

Describes how different textures feel, from slimy and prickly to soft and bumpy.

See how a student creates a map of the United States. Simple text takes early readers step by step through the types of features a country map needs to have and how to find the information.

Presents a brief look at how transportation has changed over the years.

Offers illustrated examples of things that are different colors.

This series teaches students about the various ways in which objects can be described and compared. Color photos accompany the simple sentences on each page.

This science series explains how some forms of matter respond to various forces. Simple text and vivid color photographs encourage students to observe, describe, record, and predict the many types of changes in matter.

A basic introduction to what you see on a snowy day

See how a boy makes a map of his home showing fire escape routes. Simple text takes early readers step by step through the types of features a fire safety map needs to have.

Follow along as a boy makes a map of places to see on a trip to Texas. Simple text takes early readers step by step through the types of features a state map needs to have and how to find the information.

An introduction to cloth and its uses in everyday life.