Books in We Both Read - Level K series

Most children like to build things, and this book gives them a realistic glimpse into construction projects, from houses and skyscrapers to bridges and stadiums. Along the way, readers will learn about some of the planning and materials that go into building, as well as jobs and equipment involved in construction. Beautiful photos are complemented by informative captions, and the book also includes a table of contents, a glossary, and discussion questions.

This mystery story for young readers deals with an issue that is becoming more important in the scientific community: the illegal excavation and sale of dinosaur fossils. In the book, four friends accidentally discover some old bones that have recently been dug up, but are hidden out of sight. Something about these bones and the way they have been hidden seems really strange to the four friends, and they decide that it is up to them to discover the truth about the old bones.

Otis is very upset when his best friend, Taylor, is teased and called a "cry baby" by the other kids on the playground. Otis and Taylor's teacher intervenes and helps the children in her class understand how teasing affects others. Then she introduces an activity in which her class creates a "tribe of the Tree People." Once a week, the class "tribe" gathers in a circle, where the students give compliments, recognition and encouragement to each other. The New Tribe, formerly titled Stop Teasing Taylor, is a beautifully told story about childhood teasing that shows how one classroom replaces teasing with compliments and encouragement.