Books in Get to Know series

A Shepherd and A KingDavid lived an adventurous life. He protected his family’s sheep from lions and bears. He fought a giant with just a sling and stone. He even spent years hiding from men who were trying to kill him. And eventually, David became a great king. But David was also a man of God. Learn more about this hero from the Bible and his exciting place in history. Discover what it was like to grow up in ancient Israel and then be a king of God’s people. King David—part of the Get to Knowseries—will teach you everything you need to know about an imperfect young man whom God used to do great things!Common Core Standards:CCSS.ELA-Literacy.RI.2.1CCSS.ELA-Literacy.RI.2.3CCSS.ELA-Literacy.RI.2.5

Gila monsters are known for their bead-like scales and thick tails. But there's more to these reptiles than their pink, orange, and black bodies. Readers will discover all the details about these rough-skinned reptiles, including their life cycles, diet, habitat, and range. High-impact photos with a close text match, a range map, and a life cycle diagram support comprehension.

Apostle Paul—part of the Get to Know series—is a unique biography about Paul. Focusing on the life and character of this Biblical hero, using color photographs, maps, and other visual resources to tell the whole story, young biography fans will come to learn more about this man of the God, his writings, his impact on the early church, and the role he plays in history.Featuring a bibliography and scriptural references throughout, this is sure to become a favorite for young readers and for first book reports.

Jesus--part of the Get to Know series--is a unique biography about Jesus, the son of God. Focusing on the life and character of this Biblical hero, using color photographs, maps, and other visual resources to tell the whole story, young biography fans will come to learn more about this man of the God and the role he plays in history.Featuring a bibliography and scriptural references throughout, this is sure to become a favorite for young readers and for first book reports.

Chosen by GodMary was more than the mother of Jesus. She was a hero of the Bible. She said “Yes!” to God. Learn about Mary and her exciting place in history. Discover what it was like to grow up in Israel and be a part of Jesus’ life on earth. Mary—part of the Get to Knowseries—will teach you everything you need to know about this young woman whom God used to do great things!

Whether you are looking for the perfect mount or simply curious about equines, GET TO KNOW HORSE BREEDS will make you neigh with excitement! Read about more than one hundred horse breeds, which are categorized into groups according to temperament, build, size, and what they are used for. Discover warmbloods, coldbloods, Throroughbreds, Baroque horses, small horses and ponies, gaited horses, and Western horses.

Komodo dragons are big and strong, and they have a weapon of deadly venom. But there is more to this reptile than its frightening features. Readers will discover all the details about these large lizards, including their life cycles, diet, habitat, and range. High-impact photos with a close text match, a range map, and a life cycle diagram support comprehension.