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Octopuses
Ann Herriges
Library Binding (Bellwether Media, Aug. 1, 2006)Did you know that octopuses are good escape artists? They can squirt dark ink into the water to surprise predators. Beginning readers will discover how octopuses use their eight arms to move, hide, and search for prey. In Oceans Alive, young learners are introduced to the physical characteristics, habitats, and behaviors of animals including sharks, whales, clown fish, and many more creatures of the sea.
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Egypt
Walter Simmons
Library Binding (Bellwether Media, Aug. 8, 2010)Egypt is one of the oldest countries in the world. People love to visit the ancient pyramids outside of Cairo, the capital of Egypt. Thousands of years ago, pharaohs ruled Egypt, and people mummified many pharaohs after they died. Students will read all about mummy museums, school and work life in Egypt, and how Egyptians use the Nile River in their daily lives.
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Walkingsticks
Emily K. Green
Library Binding (Bellwether Media, Aug. 1, 2006)Do you think you could spot a walkingstick on a tree branch? Walkingsticks are able to camouflage themselves so completely with their surroundings that some develop leaf-like veins on their bodies. This book introduces how these amazing insects live, hide from predators, and find food.
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Cuba
Walter Simmons
Library Binding (Bellwether Media, Aug. 8, 2010)Cuba is a group of several islands. Long ago, one of the islands was called Treasure Island because it was a home base for many Caribbean pirates. Young readers will learn about life in modern Cuba - the school system, the delicious food, and the vibrancy of Cuban culture.
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Skeletal System, The
Kay Manolis
Paperback (Bellwether Media, Jan. 1, 2016)Do you know how many bones are in your body? Get under your skin in this book. Young readers will discover how bones fit together, how they move, and how they protect other parts of the body.
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Rosa Parks: A Life of Courage
Tonya Leslie
Library Binding (Bellwether Media, Sept. 1, 2007)Rosa Parks lived her life courageously. She refused to change bus seats because she was African-American. Children will discover the bravery of Rosa Parks during a time of racial segregation.
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The Dominican Republic
Walter Simmons
Library Binding (Bellwether Media, Jan. 1, 2012)The Dominican Republic was the first place Christopher Columbus landed when he sailed to the Americas from Europe in 1492. Today, the people of this Caribbean nation are known for their love of music, dance, and baseball. In this title, readers will learn about the geography and culture of the Dominican Republic.
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Baseball
Ray McClellan
Library Binding (Bellwether Media, Aug. 1, 2009)People of all ages love to play and watch the game of baseball. It has been a part of American history for around 150 years. Young readers learn the history of baseball, learn how the game is played, and read about how baseball has become a global sport.
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Turtles
Emily Green
Library Binding (Bellwether Media, Aug. 8, 2010)Did you know that some turtles live to be over 100 years old? Some live in the ocean, others on land, and some live both in water and on land! Young readers will discover what turtles eat, where they live, and how their shells and other physical features help them survive in the wild.
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Rick Riordan
Christina Leaf
Library Binding (Bellwether Media, Jan. 1, 2016)Action, humor, and creative characters fill the mind of Rick Riordan. He is best known for The Lightning Thief, which follows Percy Jacksons journey in a world based on Greek mythology. Learn more about Riordan and his inspiring characters in this book for young and adventurous readers!
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