Diane Craig
2) Solar energy
Author
Series
Publisher
Sandcastle, an imprint of Abdo Publishing
Pub. Date
[2019]
Lexile measure
380L
Physical Desc
24 pages : illustrations (chiefly color) ; 20 cm.
Language
English
Description
Describes the rapidly growing use of power harvested from our sun for heating & lighting our homes and businesses, and even running our cars!
3) Wind energy
Author
Series
Publisher
Sandcastle, an imprint of Abdo Publishing
Pub. Date
[2019]
Lexile measure
440L
Physical Desc
24 pages : illustrations (chiefly color) ; 20 cm.
Language
English
Description
Kids will explore an exciting energy resource with Wind Energy. This book covers one of Earth's energy resources, including where it comes from, how we develop and use it, and how it helps power the world.
Author
Publisher
Super Sandcastle, an imprint of Abdo Publishing
Pub. Date
[2019]
Lexile measure
640L
Physical Desc
32 pages : color illustrations ; 20 x 24 cm.
Language
English
Description
"Do you like learning about atoms, molecules, and other matter? Do you like to cook? Then Chemistry You Can Chomp is the right book for you! Learn about what chemists do and what they have discovered. Then explore chemistry further by making delicious snacks. Check out the entire Super Simple Science You Can Snack On series for more tasty STEM fun!
Author
Series
Publisher
Super Sandcastle, an imprint of Abdo Publishing Company
Pub. Date
[2017]
Lexile measure
500L
Physical Desc
32 pages : color illustrations ; 20 x 24 cm.
Language
English
Description
Describes the scientific method and offers instructions for conducting experiments involving electricity, such as the static balloon push and pull and making your own circuit.
Author
Series
Publisher
ABDO Publishing Company, a division of ABDO
Pub. Date
[2014]
Lexile measure
650L
Physical Desc
24 pages : color illustrations ; 20 x 25 cm.
Language
English
Description
"Understanding each tool is made easy with simple definitions and in-use photos that will show kids how police communicate with a two-way radio, the difference between handcuffs and plasticuffs, different parts of a patrol car, and the special training required of a police dog."--
8) Stargazing
Author
Series
Publisher
Super Sandcastle, an imprint of Abdo Publishing
Pub. Date
[2016]
Lexile measure
560L
Physical Desc
24 pages : color illustrations ; 20 x 24 cm.
Language
English
Description
Stargazing explores the science of what we see in the night sky. Kids will learn about Earth's most famous astronomers, find out the difference between a meteor and a meteorite, explore the constellations in the night sky and more. Engaging photos, exciting graphics, and a fun quiz at the end of each book will keep them learning. Aligned to Common Core Standards and correlated to state standards. Super Sandcastle is an imprint of Abdo Publishing,...
Author
Series
Publisher
ABDO Publishing Company
Pub. Date
[2015]
Lexile measure
460L
Physical Desc
24 pages : color illustrations ; 20 x 25 cm.
Language
English
Description
Kids can discover the darkest corners of the solar system and then go beyond them with a trip through the Biggest, Baddest Book of Space. Readers will learn the secrets of the biggest planets, get to know flying space rocks, get lost in giant black holes, go on an outer space exploration and more. Aligned to Common Core Standards and correlated to state standards. Super Sandcastle is an imprint of Abdo Publishing.
Author
Series
Publisher
ABDO Publishing Company
Pub. Date
[2014]
Lexile measure
540L
Physical Desc
24 pages : color illustrations ; 20 x 24 cm.
Language
English
Description
Professional tools are used every day all around us. Help early readers interested in tools learn more about Firefighter's Tools! This image-packed title features colorful pictures, simple sentences, and labeled photos of tools used by Firefighters. Understanding each tool is made easy with simple definitions and in-use photos that will show kids how a fire engine, fire hose, rescue tools and turnout gear works. Get ready to work on learning with...
Author
Series
Publisher
Super Sandcastle, an imprint of Abdo Publishing
Pub. Date
[2015].
Lexile measure
530L
Physical Desc
24 pages : color illustrations ; 20 x 25 cm.
Language
English
Description
"Get caught out in the weather! ... Read about terrifying twisters, scary cyclones, and big blizzards. Find out where storms come from and how they form. Become a weather expert. Take a walk in the rain and learn something cool!" -- Page [4] cover.
12) EMT's tools
Author
Series
Publisher
ABDO Publishing Company, a division of ABDO
Pub. Date
[2014]
Lexile measure
610L
Physical Desc
24 pages : color illustrations ; 20 x 25 cm.
Language
English
Description
"Understanding each tool is made easy with simple definitions and in-use photos that will show kids how an ambulance, gurney, defibrillator and oxygen mask works."--
13) Puppies
Author
Series
Pub. Date
2014
Lexile measure
410L
Physical Desc
24 pages : color illustrations ; 20 cm.
Language
English
Description
This informative title offers basic facts about puppies. Beautiful full-page photos and easy-to-read sentences will engage young readers. Help early learners gain reading practice and develop and reinforce language and reading skills with this fun series. Did You Know facts and a comprehensive Puppy Quiz are included.
Aligned to Common Core Standards and correlated to state standards.
Sandcastle is an imprint of Abdo Publishing, a division of ABDO....
14) Whale shark
Author
Series
Publisher
ABDO Publishing Company
Pub. Date
[2014]
Lexile measure
410L
Physical Desc
24 pages : illustrations, map ; 19 cm.
Language
English
Description
Dive into this colorful title featuring one of the biggest animals on earth! This title gives kids a chance to learn all about Whale Sharks, like where they live, how big they are next to a human, their body characteristics, family life and more. Kids will love the engaging color photographs, simple text, and fun facts about these larger than life beings. A quick quiz is provided for additional reading and learning fun!
Aligned to Common Core Standards...
15) Elephant
Author
Series
Publisher
ABDO Publishing Company
Pub. Date
[2014]
Lexile measure
420L
Physical Desc
24 pages : colored illustrations, map ; 19 cm
Language
English
Description
Dive into this colorful title featuring one of the biggest animals on earth! This title gives kids a chance to learn all about Elephants, like where they live, how big they are next to a human, their body characteristics, family life and more. Kids will love the engaging color photographs, simple text, and fun facts about these larger than life beings. A quick quiz is provided for additional reading and learning fun!
Aligned to Common Core Standards...
16) Sea turtle
Author
Series
Publisher
ABDO Publishing Company
Pub. Date
[2014]
Lexile measure
470L
Physical Desc
24 pages : color illustrations, map ; 19 cm.
Language
English
Description
"Dive into this colorful title featuring one of the biggest animals on earth! This title gives kids a chance to learn all about Sea Turtles, like where they live, how big they are next to a human, their body characteristics, family life and more. Kids will love the engaging color photographs, simple text, and fun facts about these larger than life beings. A quick quiz is provided for additional reading and learning fun!" --
Author
Series
Publisher
ABDO Publishing Company, a division of ABDO
Pub. Date
[2014]
Lexile measure
550L
Physical Desc
24 pages : color illustrations ; 20 x 25 cm.
Language
English
Description
"Understanding each tool is made easy with simple definitions and in-use photos that will show kids how a helicopter, rescue dog, stretcher and rescue boat works."--
18) Swat team tools
Author
Series
Publisher
ABDO Publishing Company, a division of ABDO
Pub. Date
[2014]
Lexile measure
710L
Physical Desc
24 pages : illustrations (chiefly color) ; 20 x 25 cm.
Language
English
Description
"Understanding each tool is made easy with simple definitions and in-use photos that will show kids how an armored truck, night vision goggles, body armor and climbing gear work."--
Author
Series
Publisher
Super Sandcastle, an imprint of Abdo Publishing
Pub. Date
[2015].
Lexile measure
480L
Physical Desc
24 pages : color illustrations, color map ; 20 x 24 cm.
Language
English
Description
"Young readers will learn all about the differences between this weather like how they are created, when they occur, and how much snow. Easy-to-read text is enhanced with stunning color photos. A Bunny in a Blizzard activity at the end of the book helps kids put their newfound knowledge to use!" --
Author
Series
Publisher
Super Sandcastle, an imprint of Abdo Publishing
Pub. Date
[2018]
Lexile measure
530L
Physical Desc
24 pages : color illustrations ; 20 x 25 cm.
Language
English
Description
Delves inside the human body to provide basic information about various types of allergies and their symptoms, causes, and treatments.