Bøger af Joanne Mattern

In this book, readers will learn about the unique and defining features of Guatemala. Vibrant, full-color photos and carefully leveled text will engage young readers as they learn more about the key details of the country, including geography, climate, culture, and resources. Compelling questions encourage further inquiry. Includes reading tips for teachers and parents, a map, quick facts, a table of contents, a glossary, and an index.

From hiking near Scotts Bluff National Monument to visiting the Bryan Museum, Nebraska is full of adventures. This title introduces the state's people, culture, and places to visit. Easy-to-read text, vivid images, and helpful back matter give readers a clear look at this subject. Features include a table of contents, infographics, a glossary, additional resources, and an index. Aligned to Common Core Standards and correlated to state standards. Kids Core is an imprint of Abdo Publishing, a division of ABDO.

From learning about civil rights activists in Montgomery to seeing rockets in Hunstville, Alabama is full of adventures. This title introduces the state's people, culture, and places to visit. Easy-to-read text, vivid images, and helpful back matter give readers a clear look at this subject. Features include a table of contents, infographics, a glossary, additional resources, and an index. Aligned to Common Core Standards and correlated to state standards. Kids Core is an imprint of Abdo Publishing, a division of ABDO.

Ride the rails of six wonders of engineering while reading the STEM-focused Amazing Railroads. Each chapter presents easily digested information on what makes one of the world's greatest airports unique, with details on its history, special features, and significance. Bolstered by lively layouts with captivating photos, readers will experience each design marvel first-hand. Amazing Railroads is capped with a colorful map, exciting facts, and a numbers-focused infographic, with learning further enhanced by a glossary, reading suggestions, and a thorough index.

See the power of six wonders of engineering while reading the STEM-focused Amazing Dams. Each chapter presents easily digested information on what makes one of the world's greatest airports unique, with details on its history, special features, and significance. Bolstered by lively layouts with captivating photos, readers will experience each design marvel first-hand. Amazing Dams is capped with a colorful map, exciting facts, and a numbers-focused infographic, with learning further enhanced by a glossary, reading suggestions, and a thorough index.

Float through space with six wonders of engineering while reading the STEM-focused Amazing Space Techs. Each chapter presents easily digested information on what makes one of the world's greatest airports unique, with details on its history, special features, and significance. Bolstered by lively layouts with captivating photos, readers will experience each design marvel first-hand. Amazing Space Techs is capped with a colorful map, exciting facts, and a numbers-focused infographic, with learning further enhanced by a glossary, reading suggestions, and a thorough index.

Climb to the top floor of six wonders of engineering while reading the STEM-focused Amazing Buildings. Each chapter presents easily digested information on what makes one of the world's greatest airports unique, with details on its history, special features, and significance. Bolstered by lively layouts with captivating photos, readers will experience each design marvel first-hand. Amazing Buildings is capped with a colorful map, exciting facts, and a numbers-focused infographic, with learning further enhanced by a glossary, reading suggestions, and a thorough index.

Cross the span of six wonders of engineering while reading the STEM-focused Amazing Bridges. Each chapter presents easily digested information on what makes one of the world's greatest airports unique, with details on its history, special features, and significance. Bolstered by lively layouts with captivating photos, readers will experience each design marvel first-hand. Amazing Bridges is capped with a colorful map, exciting facts, and a numbers-focused infographic, with learning further enhanced by a glossary, reading suggestions, and a thorough index.

Soar over six wonders of engineering while reading the STEM-focused Amazing Airports. Each chapter presents easily digested information on what makes one of the world's greatest airports unique, with details on its history, special features, and significance. Bolstered by lively layouts with captivating photos, readers will experience each design marvel first-hand. Amazing Airports is capped with a colorful map, exciting facts, and a numbers-focused infographic, with learning further enhanced by a glossary, reading suggestions, and a thorough index.

"Simple text and full-color photography introduce beginning readers to black mambas. Developed by literacy experts for students in kindergarten through third grade"--

"Simple text and full-color photography introduce beginning readers to corn snakes. Developed by literacy experts for students in kindergarten through third grade"--

"Simple text and full-color photography introduce beginning readers to sidewinders. Developed by literacy experts for students in kindergarten through third grade"--

"Simple text and full-color photography introduce beginning readers to cottonmouths. Developed by literacy experts for students in kindergarten through third grade"--

Growing up in a poor, migrant family, Cesar Chavez knew how hard life could be. As a boy, he went to thirty different schools before finally having to drop out in eighth grade to help support his family. Chavez devoted his life to creating unions and demanding better working conditions for all farmworkers. This gripping biography traces Chavez's life, highlighting the triumphs and difficulties that he encountered. Sidebars and a timeline provide extra information that shows Chavez's importance to workers' movements in the United States and beyond.

"Engaging images accompany information about beluga sturgeons. The combination of high- interest subject matter and light text is intended for students in grades 2 through 7"--

"Engaging images accompany information about American paddlefish. The combination of high- interest subject matter and light text is intended for students in grades 2 through 7"--

"Engaging images accompany information about arapaimas. The combination of high- interest subject matter and light text is intended for students in grades 2 through 7"--

The Netherlands is a flat, coastal nation in Europe. It relies on dikes and floodgates to protect it from the sea. More than 17 million people live in this enchanting region of farms, fields, and flowers. Supported by full-color photographs, informative sidebars, and fun facts, readers learn about the Netherlands, including its rich history, unique traditions, government, language, and adoration for tulips.

Children are fascinated by animals that prowl and pounce in the night. By focusing on night animals, this book provides a captivating introduction to life science. Readers will take a fascinating survey of how cats really behave when the sun goes down. The simple text builds important vocabulary and reading skills while thrilling images entertain the reader's imagination.

Examine Instagram, the photo and video sharing website.

"This title examines Facebook, the social media website. Readers will learn about company history and development, how Facebook operates, issues the company faces such as cyberbullying, and its impact on society. Key components such as News Feed and Like are also explored"--Amazon.com.

"Engaging images accompany information about the New Orleans Saints. The combination of high-interest subject matter and light text is intended for students in grades 2 through 7" --

"Engaging images accompany information about the New York Giants. The combination of high-interest subject matter and light text is intended for students in grades 2 through 7"--