What happens when young sea otter pups are orphaned? In a California aquarium, a nurturing sea otter fills the void, teaching the pups how to care for themselves. A remarkable true story that will especially please young animal lovers.

It seems like Alexander Hamilton faced challenges from the very start of his life. This early biography relates the many times and ways Hamilton overcame barriers to become an early visionary for the young USA.

A great "next adventure" for a beloved character, perfect for beginning readers.

Corduroy was first introduced to readers in 1968 and soon became a classic character. Everybody's favorite department store bear is having further adventures, now in Step into Reading, the premier reader line! When Lisa goes on a hiking trip, Corduroy sneaks into her backpack. Lisa is surprised to find him there, but she thinks he'll be safe as long as he stays tucked inside. Corduroy just has to ...

A fascinating look at an annual event in nature. Truly remarkable! Will especially please young readers with curiosity about the natural world.

Emmett, Katy Duck's little brother, puts on his bright blue cape and becomes Super Emmett in this Level 1 Ready-to-Read. So what happens when Emmett's bright blue cape goes missing? How will he be super now? Full color. 6 x 9.

Courage can be easier to find when a friend is nearby. Another delightful story about Fox and his adventures!

If you can't bear it, fight it. At least that what Fox thinks about winter until a friend shows him the beautiful silence of the season. The fun main character and great writing make this a enjoyable read!

Easy-to-understand text and engaging illustrations provide young readers with a wealth of information, both entertaining and educational.

"While three sections highlight three different species that migrate, the pattern is comfortable and allows space for processing new and interesting facts. Sparse illustrations break up the photograph-rich design that gives voice to informative text that emphasizes the challenges each species faces and the care humans have taken or may need to take to help them thrive."

"This excellent addition to the series is a perfect choice for newly independent readers." --School Library Journal Iris and Walter are excited about performing in their first school play. Walter helps Iris make her costume. Iris helps Walter remember his lines. But when Iris wakes up sick on the morning of the play, she's in for a big disappointment. Will the show go on without her?

Welcome to the wacky world of meerkats, where groups of these furry friends team up to survive in the wild. Each meerkat has a job: babysitting the kids, guarding the troops, or foraging for food. Kids will be mesmerized by wonderful photographs and inviting text. This level 1 reader is written in easy-to-grasp text that will help kids learn about these cute critters and the power of teamwork!

Mittens is a small, shy kitten in a big, new house. Will he find a place just for him?

A fascinating look at an annual event in nature. Truly remarkable! This will especially please young readers with curiosity about the natural world.

A fascinating look at an annual event in nature. Truly remarkable! Will especially please young readers with curiosity about the natural world.

Level 2. Suzanne, Max, and Jake are making a pizza. First they mix the dough. Then they add the toppings and cheese. Soon it's ready. Yum!

Provides an entertaining introduction to several important details about the life of monarch butterflies.

The biography emphasizes Edison's grit in improving or inventing new products.

Great photographs and informative text provide interesting facts about trains and their history.

Quality photographs complement informative text, providing a realistic background to additional insights presented through illustrations, maps, riddles, and diagrams. Context and scale is clearly shown throughout by word and illustration. Engaging.