The Innings And Outs Of Baseball

The fascinating science behind baseball is explained in this fact-tastic nonfiction Level 3, Ready-to-Read that includes a special section at the back of the book containing extras on subjects like anatomy and history, as well as a fun quiz so readers can test themselves to see what they've learned!

The Cool Story Behind Snow (Science of Fun Stuff)

Escape from the cold and embrace the avalanche of information about snow in this fact-tastic nonfiction Level 3 Ready-to-Read, part of a series about the science of fun stuff!Did you ever wonder how snow is formed? Did you know that no two snowflakes are exactly alike? Learn about the polar vortex, different kinds of snow, how meteorologists predict snowstorms, and much more as you become a Science of Fun Stuff Expert on snow! Amaze your friends with all youve learned in this engaging, fact-filled Level 3 Ready-to-Read! A special section at the back of the book includes Common Corevetted extras on subjects like social studies and math, and theres even a fun quiz so readers can test themselves to see what theyve learned! Learning science has never been so much fun!

The Sugary Secrets Behind Candy (Science of Fun Stuff)

Learn the sugar, spice, and science behind your favorite candies in this fact-tastic nonfiction Level 3 Ready-to-Read, part of a series about the science of fun stuff!Did you know there is a lot of science behind making candy? How about that Red Hots candies get their heat from a chemical called capsaicinthe same molecule that gives peppers their kick? And when you crunch on Wintergreen Lifesavers, they spark because you are making light with friction similar to the electricity in lightning: You might say you are making a miniature lightning storm in your mouth! Learn about these cool chemical reactions and much more as you become a Science of Fun Stuff Expert on candy! Amaze your friends with all youve learned in this engaging, fact-filled Level 3 Ready-to-Read! A special section at the back of the book includes Common Corevetted extras on subjects like social studies and math, and theres even a fun quiz so readers can test themselves to see what theyve learned! Learning science has never been so much fun!

Amelia Bedelia

Amelia Bedelia is a housekeeper who takes her instructions quite literally. Young readers will find this bumblingly charming, eager-to-please housekeeper as irresistible as her employers do.

Feel The Wind

Explains how the wind works--whether it is pushing the clouds along, blowing through hair, rustling the curtains, or roaring during a hurricane--and shows how to make a simple weather vane.

Magic Crystal

When Marvin Redpost's new friend, Casey, shares with him her magic crystal that can make wishes come true, things get out of control.

Stallion by Starlight (Original MTH #49, Merlin Mission #21)

Nate The Great And The Tardy Tortoise

Getting all the facts, asking the right questions, and narrowing down the suspects, Nate the Great and his dog Sludge solve a variety of mysteries.

Little Giant - Big Trouble

Wiglaf and his friends are on a mission to rescue Worm, the dragon they have raised from an egg, and are surprised to learn that the captor is not a gang of dragon slayers, but rather a young giantess who wants to keep Worm as her house pet.

Little Miss Trouble and the Mermaid

Little Miss Trouble just loves causing trouble for all the Mr. Men! But when she causes too much trouble at the beach one day, a mermaid decides to teach her a lesson.

Revolutionary War On Wednesday (MTH #22)

Jack and Annie go back to colonial times. General George Washington is about to lead his army in a sneak attack against their enemy. The terrible weather is making the general question his plans. Can Jack and Annie keep history on track?

The Sky Is Full of Stars

Young stargazers learn about different star colors and brightnesses, how to locate major constellations, and how to make mini planetariums by using coffee cans and flashlights. A fine job of encouraging young people to look at stars and constellations. . . . Highly recommended as a science resource book." Science and Children. "A dandy book for [primary grade] readers." AP.

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.

The Cardinals Caper

It's a special day in St. Louis, and there's a pregame celebration with Clydesdale horses that drive around the edge of the stadium before the game. Mike and Kate get to meet the horses and the Dalmatian that rides along. Then, during the game, they find out the Dalmatian is missing. They rush to investigate and find a ransom note. The criminal will return the dog if they can get one of St. Louis's World Series trophies! Can Mike and Kate catch the crook and rescue the pup?

Heroes Who Risked Everything for Freedom ─ Civil War

A leveled reader introduction to some of the heroes from the American Civil War includes short profiles of such figures as Harriet Tubman, Robert Smalls and Mary Touvestre.