Mary Elizabeth Salzmann
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Scientists can change the world! Michael Faraday's work helped us understand magnetism. This title introduces budding scientists and engineers to Michael Faraday whose discoveries changed the course of science. Photos and illustrations bring the stories of this great mind to life, and a quiz lets readers test their newfound knowledge. Aligned to Common Core Standards and correlated to state standards. Applied to STEM Concepts of Learning Principles....
2) Camera
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In Camera, young readers will learn all about the camera through the years, from metal plates to film cameras to digital cameras and memory cards. Beautiful design, fascinating photographs, and simple text introduce new readers to the famous invention.
Aligned to Common Core standards and correlated to state standards.
Applied to STEM Concepts of Learning Principles.
Sandcastle is an imprint of Abdo Publishing, a division of ABDO.
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Staying safe is a healthy habit. Wear a Helmet!: Healthy Safety Habits will teach readers all about how to be safe. Wear a helmet riding a bike, wait for the walk signal when crossing the street, use an oven mitt when helping parents bake are some of the ways to keep safe. Simple sentences and charming photos engage young children. A comprehensive and critical thinking quiz will make learning fun and effective. Aligned to Common Core Standards and...
4) Baby Goats
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Can goats have a twin? Where do baby goats get their milk? Where do they live? What do baby goats like to do? Kids will learn the answers to all these questions and more when they read Baby Goats. This book uses photographs and text to help develop and reinforce language and reading skills. A comprehensive quiz will make learning fun and effective. Aligned to Common Core Standards and correlated to state standards. Sandcastle is an imprint of Abdo...
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This title is a terrific introduction to violins for kids. After starting with an overview of the main parts of the violin from tuning pegs to the bridge, the general characteristics and uses of the instrument are described. Simple, fun and informative sentences accompany photos of kids and adults playing violins to provide an understanding of this instrument in the world of music. The title also includes a picture quiz, comprehension quiz and glossary....
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Kids can zoom into the world of air travel and go airborne with the Biggest, Baddest Book of Flight. Readers will get the scoop on helicopters, explore the inside of a jet engine, discover the wackiest aircraft out there, from flying saucers to an inflatable plane and more. Aligned to Common Core Standards and correlated to state standards. Super Sandcastle is an imprint of Abdo Publishing.
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How many babies do gorillas have at a time? What do baby gorillas eat? How long do they stay with their mothers? What do they like to do? Kids will learn the answers to all these questions and more when they read Baby Gorillas. This book uses photographs and text to help develop and reinforce language and reading skills. A comprehensive quiz will make learning fun and effective. Aligned to Common Core Standards and correlated to state standards. Sandcastle...
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‘Hamsters Are Fun!’ gives young children a fun way to practice reading. The main text is, written at guided reading level A, and brought, to life with full-page color photos of intriguing and adorable, pet hamsters. The book ends with a one-page teacher's guide with tips for adults to help children read and understand the content.
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This title is a terrific introduction to guitars for kids. After starting with an overview of the main parts of the guitar from tuning pegs to the bridge, the general characteristics and uses of the instrument are described. Simple, fun and informative sentences accompany photos of kids and adults playing guitars to provide an understanding of this instrument in the world of music. The title also includes a picture quiz, comprehension quiz and glossary....
10) Telephone
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In Telephone, young readers will learn all about the history of the telephone, from using operators to dial phones to smartphones. Beautiful design, fascinating photographs, and simple text introduce new readers to the famous invention.
Aligned to Common Core standards and correlated to state standards.
Applied to STEM Concepts of Learning Principles.
Sandcastle is an imprint of Abdo Publishing, a division of ABDO.
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Bugs are everywhere around us! This easy-to-read book looks at the special characteristics of butterflies in a child's world. From colored scales on their wings to drinking nectar from flowers, amazing double-page photographs show butterflies in larger-than-life detail for exploration. This title also includes a Picture Quiz and Glossary. Sandcastle is an imprint of ABDO Publishing Company.
12) Farm Babies
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Farm Babies gives young children a fun way to practice reading. The main text is written at guided reading level A and brought to life with full-page color photos of intriguing and adorable young farm animals. The book ends with a one-page teacher's guide with tips for adults to help children read and understand the content. Aligned to Common Core Standards and correlated to state standards. Sandcastle is an imprint of Abdo Publishing, a division...
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This title is a terrific introduction to clarinets for kids. After starting with an overview of the five pieces of a clarinet from the mouthpiece to bell, the general characteristics and uses of the instrument are described. Simple, fun and informative sentences accompany photos of kids and adults playing clarinets to provide an understanding of this instrument in the world of music. The title also includes a picture quiz, comprehension quiz and glossary....
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Taking care of your teeth is a healthy habit. Brush Your Teeth!: Healthy Dental Habits will teach readers all about preventing cavities by brushing, flossing and visiting the dentist. They will also learn about braces and X-rays. Simple sentences and charming photos engage young children. A comprehensive and critical thinking quiz will make learning fun and effective. Aligned to Common Core Standards and correlated to state standards. Sandcastle is...
15) Baby Tigers
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What are baby tigers called? What color are they? How does the mother tiger carry her baby? How long do baby tigers stay with their mothers? Kids will learn the answers to all these questions and more when they read Baby Tigers. This book uses photographs and text to help develop and reinforce language and reading skills. A comprehensive quiz will make learning fun and effective. Aligned to Common Core Standards and correlated to state standards....
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This title is a terrific introduction to pianos for kids. After starting with an overview of the main parts of a piano from hammers to pedals, the general characteristics and uses of the instrument are described. Simple, fun and informative sentences accompany photos of kids and adults playing pianos to provide an understanding of this instrument in the world of music. The title also includes a picture quiz, comprehension quiz and glossary. Super...
17) Forest Babies
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Forest Babies gives young children a fun way to practice reading. The main text is written at guided reading level A and brought to life with full-page color photos of intriguing and adorable young forest animals. The book ends with a one-page teacher's guide with tips for adults to help children read and understand the content. Aligned to Common Core Standards and correlated to state standards. Sandcastle is an imprint of Abdo Publishing, a division...
18) Telegraph
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In Telegraph, young readers will learn all about telegraph communication from semaphore flags to Morse code to telegrams. Beautiful design, fascinating photographs, and simple text introduce new readers to the famous invention.
Aligned to Common Core standards and correlated to state standards.
Applied to STEM Concepts of Learning Principles.
Sandcastle is an imprint of Abdo Publishing, a division of ABDO.
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Keeping your body clean is a healthy habit. Take a Bath!: Healthy Body Habits will teach readers all about how keeping clean prevents germs and helps them feel good. Taking a bath, washing hands, brushing hair, doing laundry are some ways to keep clean. Simple sentences and charming photos engage young children. A comprehensive and critical thinking quiz will make learning fun and effective. Aligned to Common Core Standards and correlated to state...
20) Horses Are Fun!
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‘Horses Are Fun!’ gives young children a fun way to practice reading. The main text is written at guided reading level A and brought to life with full-page color photos of intriguing and adorable pet horses. The book ends with a one-page teacher's guide with tips for adults to help children read and understand the content.