Books published by publisher Checkerboards

Dive into the underwater world of the hammerhead shark! This book's large, up-close photographs will impress readers as they learn about the hammerhead's size, appearance, and special features, such as its unusual cephalofoil. A labeled diagram gives readers a full-body view of this skilled hunter. The hammerhead's diet, life cycle, and habitat are also introduced, and a colorful map shows where hammerheads live. Readers will also learn about the hammerhead's special senses such as its lateral line, and how this schooling shark uses them to outlast humans and other threats. A facts page, bolded glossary terms, and an index supplement the easy-to-read chapter text. Checkerboard Library is an imprint of ABDO Publishing Company.

Choosing the most common pets, and a few not so common, these books focus on the responsibilities and fun of owning and caring for an animal. Children will learn everything about the pet of their choice from anatomy and habitat to feeding and play habits. Veterinary care, animal shelters, and end-of-life decisions are also discussed, to introduce kids to the total picture of pet care.-- Full-color, detailed diagrams of pet physiology and environment-- Fun photos of animals capture kids' imagination and interest-- Straightforward discussion of the responsibilities of pet ownership

This series gives kids a how-to look at the exciting world of sports. Exploring topics from history and international roles to rules and good sportsmanship, these books will draw readers into the fast-paced world of organized games.-- Easy-to-understand diagrams of field positions, equipment, and offensive and defensive roles-- Glossary of the technical terms used in each sport-- Action-packed photos of all levels of play, kids to adults

In this title, unwrap the life of talented Chef Boyardee manufacturer Ettore Boiardi! Readers will enjoy getting the scoop on this Food Dude, beginning with his childhood in northern Italy. Students can follow Boiardi's success story from his early restaurant training in Europe to his immigration to the United States and his early success as a chef in New York. Boiardi's family and his retirement years as a television commercial star are also highlighted. Engaging text familiarizes readers with topics of interest including his shift from restaurant work to selling prepackaged meals to manufacturing his own canned meals. An entertaining sidebar, a helpful timeline, a glossary, and an index supplement the historical and color photos showcased in this inspiring biography. Aligned to Common Core standards and correlated to state standards. Checkerboard Library is an imprint of Abdo Publishing, a division of ABDO.