Mason Dixon: Pet Disasters

Soon-to-be fourth-grader Mason Dixon does not want a pet, but his parents think it will be good for him. Goldfish dies soon after his arrival (from overfeeding). Mason is relieved. Hamster escapes. Mason is relieved. Cat has to go back because best friend Brody is too allergic to ever be at their house while Cat is there. Mason is relieved. But when Dog comes, it takes a little dose of jealousy for Mason to realize he does want a pet, all of his very own. Claudia Mills introduces a new, hilarious character in Mason, and each of the three books about him will feature both boys as they cope with a new experience; pitch-perfect for 8- to 10- year-old newly independent readers, the books will maintain a consistent page count and feature black-and-while art throughout.

Discovery in the Cave

This amazing true adventure story about the discovery of the Lascaux Cave will have young readers feeling that they've discovered something pretty special, too!In 1940, four teenage boys and a dog dropped themselves into a hole in the forest floor. Using a flaming grease gun as a torch, they ventured deep underground, eventually coming to a huge cave, the walls of which were covered with life-size paintings of animals. Whole herds of horses! Deer with horns as big as tree branches! Giant bison! The boys were amazed by their discovery. They'd stumbled upon the world's finest examples of prehistoric painting!Perfect for classroom use, this Step 4 Step into Reading book is realistically illustrated by award-winning artist Bryn Barnard.

Dinosaurs

Introduces dinosaurs, including how scientists know they existed, what they ate, how they cared for their young, and what the descendants of dinosaurs may look like today.

The Berenstain Bears and the Shaggy Little Pony

Farmer Ben has a new friend he'd like the Bears to meet--Oscar, the shaggy little pony! Brother and Sister Bear volunteer to take care of Oscar, and before long they find themselves entered in a riding show! But how will steady Oscar compete against the fancier ponies?

Eve of the Emperor Penguin (Original MTH #40, Merlin Mission #12)

Encyclopedia Brown and the Case of the Dead Eagles

In each book, fifth-grade detective "Encyclopedia" Leroy Brown solves ten mysteries. Solutions are found in the back of the book, challenging readers to practice their own skills as sleuths (and critical thinkers).

A Crazy Day with Cobras (Original MTH #45, Merlin Mission #17)

Valentine's Day Disaster

When Valentine's Day arrives, Geronimo is excited about celebrating until he opens up his mailbox, finds it empty, and begins to wonder if his friends and family forgot about him.

Air Is All Around You

Describes the various properties of air and shows how to prove that air takes up space and that there is air dissolved in water.

Little Bear's Friend

Little Bear makes friends in the woods with Emily and her doll Lucy. When Emily has to leave, Little Bear finds a new way to keep in touch with his friend.

The Magic School Bus Sleeps for the Winter

Based upon the award-winning series, Magic School Bus Scholastic Reader make learning an adventure!Ms. Frizzle always takes her class on cool trips. This time, they head to Animal Land Park, and the bus turns into a bear. When it starts to get cold, the bear goes to sleep. What should the class do?Hop on the Magic School Bus and learn all about how different kinds of animals survive through the winter.

Polar Bears And The Arctic

Find out why the arctic is so cold, how polar bears cross thin ice, and many other facts about the arctic.