Books published by publisher Checkerboard Books

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.

This biography introduces readers to Mo Willems, author and illustrator of the incredibly popular Knuffle Bunny books. Readers will learn about Willems's childhood in Louisiana through his years in New York and current family life in Massachusetts, his early interests in sculpture and cartooning, his experience working for Sesame Street, the creation of the Pigeon and the publication of Don't Let the Pigeon Drive the Bus!, as well as his latest projects, including Naked Mole Rat Gets Dressed and new additions to the funny Elephant and Piggie books. Easy-to-read text and full-color photos highlight Willems's childhood, family, education, life as an illustrator, and his beloved works. Aligned to Common Core Standards and correlated to state standards. Checkerboard Library is an imprint of Abdo Publishing, a division of ABDO.

Discover secret math and science tricks to creating art! This title introduces young readers to the sciences, with a creative twist. Math and science educational pages are interspersed with cool structure activities that offer practical applications of the information students learn in class. All activities include how-to photos, easy instructions, and clear explanations. Reinforce Common Core Standards in reading, math, and science, while making cool art projects, from a wooden bridge to a spaghetti tower. Aligned to Common Core Standards and correlated to state standards. Checkerboard Library is an imprint of ABDO Publishing Company.

In this title, unwrap the life of talented Wendy's founder Dave Thomas! Readers will enjoy getting the scoop on this Food Dude, beginning with his childhood love of restaurants. Students can follow Thomas's success story from his teenage years in the restaurant business, to his investment in Kentucky Fried Chicken, to his founding of Wendy's Old-Fashioned Hamburgers. Thomas's family and his retirement years as a television advertising star are also highlighted. Engaging text familiarizes readers with topics of interest, including Thomas's focus on adoption and the state of Wendy's in the fast food world today. 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.

This biography introduces young readers to the life of Spanish explorer Vasco Núñez de Balboa. The book covers Balboa's childhood service as a page to the Lord of Moguer and the education he received in exchange for his work. Readers learn that Christopher Columbus's discovery of the Americas may have influenced Balboa's decision to become an explorer. Through engaging text, readers learn of Balboa's first expedition. Balboa sailed with Rodrigo de Bastidas to Hispaniola. They crossed the Atlantic Ocean and explored the coast of Colombia. Also introduced is Balboa's attempt at becoming a planter and a pig farmer on Hispaniola. Readers discover that Balboa was a stowaway on Martín Fernández de Enciso's expedition to San Sebastian on the coast of the Gulf of Urabá. The book explains that King Ferdinand II of Spain appointed Balboa governor of Darién and that Balboa was the first European to record the sighting of the Pacific Ocean. Full-color photos, a detailed map, an index, a timeline, discussion questions, bold glossary terms, and phonetics accompany easy-to-read text.

This biography introduces readers to Kate DiCamillo, the Newbery Medal winning American author of Because of Winn-Dixie, The Tale of Desperaux, The Miraculous Journey of Edward Tulane, and the Mercy Watson series. Readers will learn about DiCamillo's early struggle with illness, and her journey from Pennsylvania to Florida and Minnesota. Easy-to-read text and full-color photos highlight DiCamillo's childhood, education, and early influences. Checkerboard Library is an imprint of ABDO Publishing Company.

This series introduces children to the amazing world of the bat. Simple text describes bat characteristics, food, defense, and reproduction. Clear explanation and simple text appeal to both fluent and reluctant readers.-- Supports science and natural history curriculum-- Index, bibliography, glossary, and table of contents-- Close-up, color photos, maps, and diagrams