Books published by publisher Escape

K-9 UNITS: Dogs can use their keen sense of smell to help law enforcement as part of teams called K-9 units. A mysterious bag in an airport? A car full of hidden drugs? A missing body in the woods? Don’t worry, K-9 Units are on the case! SCIENCE READERS FOR CHILDREN: Have you ever considered a career in criminal investigation? Now's your chance to learn more! This nonfiction book highlights scenarios where dog/human teams use their specialized skills to solve the mystery and save the day.INCLUDES: This 32-page high-interest, low-level reader for grades 3–9 includes glossary words defined on the page where they appear, boosting reader comprehension and confidence.BENEFITS: These fascinating topics are sure to engage and entertain, and keep readers coming back for more! Readers who are sometimes reluctant will be hooked from beginning to end as they get an inside look at the world of criminal investigation and the dedicated people who use their specialized skills to solve mysteries.WHY ROURKE: Since 1980, we’ve been committed to bringing out the best nonfiction books to help you bring out the best in your young learners. Our carefully crafted topics encourage all students who are "learning to read" and "reading to learn"!

A logger makes the final cut. "Timber!" Loggers know to stand back and be careful. They face extreme danger every day as they travel through steep and rugged forests, fell huge trees, and handle sharp tools. In this book, readers in grades 4-8 will learn how loggers face risks to harvest the wood we need.This high interest, low reading level series gives readers an exciting photo- and fact-filled look at some of the most dangerous jobs on the planet. Each book features stand-alone spreads, so readers can flip pages and read in any order. Glossary words are defined on the page where they appear, boosting reader comprehension

Take off with ten of the fastest planes in the world! Join them as they race through the sky on missions. From spying on enemies to protecting allies, readers in grades 4-8 will discover how these supersonic planes operate like birds of the highest skies.Fast, faster, fastest! From cars to sea creatures, this fact- and image-filled series lets readers discover the fastest creatures and creations in a variety of categories. These high interest, low reading level books feature stand-alone spreads, so readers can flip pages and read in any order. Glossary words are defined on the page where they appear, boosting reader comprehension.

For most people, climbing the largest mountains in the world is a once-in-a-lifetime opportunity. For mountain guides, it’s just another day at work! In this book, readers in grades 4-8 will meet the people who risk their lives to help others have adventures on the highest peaks.This high interest, low reading level series gives readers an exciting photo- and fact-filled look at some of the most dangerous jobs on the planet. Each book features stand-alone spreads, so readers can flip pages and read in any order. Glossary words are defined on the page where they appear, boosting reader comprehension

Let's take a thrilling peek at some of the speediest boats in the world. From sailboats and pontoons to catamarans and speedboats, readers in grades 4-8 will check out these ten vessels known for top speeds—some topping out at more than 300 miles an hour!Fast, faster, fastest! From cars to sea creatures, this fact- and image-filled series lets readers discover the fastest creatures and creations in a variety of categories. These high interest, low reading level books feature stand-alone spreads, so readers can flip pages and read in any order. Glossary words are defined on the page where they appear, boosting reader comprehension.

HIGH-INTEREST, LOW-LEVEL: Reluctant readers will be engaged from beginning to end as they explore the responsibilities and skills of the quarterback in this 32-page nonfiction book. Side-by-side English and Spanish text and vivid, exciting photos show readers what it takes to fill this key position in football.SPORTS BOOK FOR KIDS: Quarterbacks are team leaders! These football players drive the offense. Coaches rely on them to set a good example. Learn what it takes to make a good quarterback and lead the team to victory!INCLUDES: Readers will be hooked from beginning to end with facts and photos about some of the key positions in sports. Comprehension questions and activities support students, teachers, and parents.BENEFITS: This bilingual series supports reluctant readers with side-by-side English and Spanish text. Each book features stand-alone spreads, so readers can flip pages and read in any order. Glossary words are defined on the page where they appear, boosting reader comprehension.WHY ROURKE: Since 1980, we’ve been committed to bringing out the best non-fiction books to help you bring out the best in your young learners. Our carefully crafted topics encourage all students who are “learning to read” and “reading to learn"!

HIGH-INTEREST, LOW-LEVEL: Reluctant readers will be engaged from beginning to end as they explore the responsibilities and skills of the soccer goalie in this 32-page nonfiction book. Side-by-side English and Spanish text and vivid, exciting photos show readers what it takes to fill this key position in soccer.SPORTS BOOK FOR KIDS: Soccer goalies are their team's last line of defense. These players must be quick on their feet to stop the other team from scoring a goal. Learn what soccer goalies do to help their team to victory!INCLUDES: Readers will be hooked from beginning to end with facts and photos about some of the key positions in sports. Comprehension questions and activities support students, teachers, and parents.BENEFITS: This bilingual series supports reluctant readers with side-by-side English and Spanish text. Each book features stand-alone spreads, so readers can flip pages and read in any order. Glossary words are defined on the page where they appear, boosting reader comprehension.WHY ROURKE: Since 1980, we’ve been committed to bringing out the best non-fiction books to help you bring out the best in your young learners. Our carefully crafted topics encourage all students who are “learning to read” and “reading to learn"!

MEDICAL EXAMINERS: Finding forensic evidence, examining murder victims, and identifying injuries are all in a day’s work for these death investigators. Dead bodies need doctors too, and Medical Examiners are on the case!SCIENCE READERS FOR CHILDREN: Have you ever considered a career in criminal investigation? Now's your chance to learn more! This nonfiction book highlights scenarios where medical examiners use their specialized skills to examine dead bodies, solve the mystery, and save the day!INCLUDES: This 32-page high-interest, low-level reader for grades 3–9 includes glossary words defined on the page where they appear, boosting reader comprehension and confidence.BENEFITS: These fascinating topics are sure to engage and entertain, and keep readers coming back for more! Readers who are sometimes reluctant will be hooked from beginning to end as they get an inside look at the world of criminal investigation and the dedicated people who use their specialized skills to solve mysteries.WHY ROURKE: Since 1980, we’ve been committed to bringing out the best nonfiction books to help you bring out the best in your young learners. Our carefully crafted topics encourage all students who are "learning to read" and "reading to learn"!

FBI AGENTS: With the highest security clearances, these law enforcement agents are at the very top. Stolen art? Murderer at large? A high-stakes kidnapping? Don’t worry, FBI Agents are on the case!SCIENCE READERS FOR CHILDREN: Have you ever considered a career in criminal investigation? Now's your chance to learn more! This nonfiction book highlights scenarios where dedicated FBI agents use their specialized skills to solve the mystery and save the day.INCLUDES: This 32-page high-interest, low-level reader for grades 3–9 includes glossary words defined on the page where they appear, boosting reader comprehension and confidence.BENEFITS: These fascinating topics are sure to engage and entertain, and keep readers coming back for more! Readers who are sometimes reluctant will be hooked from beginning to end as they get an inside look at the world of criminal investigation and the dedicated people who use their specialized skills to solve mysteries.WHY ROURKE: Since 1980, we’ve been committed to bringing out the best nonfiction books to help you bring out the best in your young learners. Our carefully crafted topics encourage all students who are "learning to read" and "reading to learn"!