Books in First Step Nonfiction _ Solid Shapes series

Introduces the color brown with familiar objects that are brown.

Taking a brief look at each of the four seasons, this delightful series introduces beginning readers to the basic idea of seasons and how animals, plants, and people adapt to them. Crisp, close-up photography teams with easy-to-understand, repetitive sentences that encourage new readers to discover the world--one season at a time.

Presents an introduction to the wetlands of the world and the kinds of plants and animals that inhabit them.

Introduces the color black with familiar objects that are black.

Some mammals have a little fur or hair, others have a lot! Learn how fur helps these animals survive.

Presents ways a young child can earn money, such as doing chores or selling things.

A basic overview of the life cycle of a duck and the behavior of ducklings as they grow.

Presents an introduction to pet hamsters and their basic needs.

An introduction to leadership at school, at home, with friends, and in the community, with specific examples of how to be a leader at home and school.

Using simple text and illustrations, describes various government services, including garbage collection, postal service, and park service.

Introduces readers to animals that live in the mountains and the concept of habitat. Simple text describes the common features and behaviors of mountain dwellers as well as offering many examples of creatures in this group.

Summarizes where water is found on Earth, including lakes, icebergs, and a garden hose, and introduces related concepts such as how to find water on a map and facts such as how high the highest waterfall is.