We have many reasons to celebrate in North America, and there are so many gatherings throughout the year to observe. Celebrations provides readers a closer look at the history of these events, the reasons for each holiday, and the ways in which North Americans gather to celebrate them.

Beech Street Books © 2025

Binding Type

Paperback

Reading Level

2-3

Something strange is going on in Max, Liz, and Chen's school and the teachers are all pretending everything is fine. When these three friends decide to investigate, they find themselves members of a secret school club, making friends in unlikely places, and realizing it's up to them to save the day. The Code Breakers series brings an action-packed adventure to decodable text. As readers advance through the series, the phonics skills increase in complexity, providing foundational skills practice with a page-turning mystery perfect for upper elementary students.

Cherry Lake Publishing © 2025

Binding Type

Paperback

Reading Level

PK

Fuel the imaginations and reading skills of emergent readers! These fun stories combine age-appropriate text and kid-friendly illustrations perfect for reading levels E-G.

LernerClassroom © 2024

Binding Type

Paperback

Reading Level

Animal adaptations help animals stay alive by protecting them from predators or making it easier to catch prey. Each book in the Fight for Survival: Predator vs Prey series profiles the habitat, diet, appearance, and behaviours of one predator and one prey. Readers will explore the hunting adaptions of the predator animal and the defense adaptions of the prey as it fights to survive. Beautiful photos and a variety of infographics will aid learning.

Beech Street Books © 2024

Binding Type

Paperback

Reading Level

2-3

This hilarious, irreverent graphic novel series will entice fans of Captain Underpants and The Lego Batman Movie. Spanish cartoonist Artur Laperla presents the adventures of a costumed crime-fighter who turns into a potato and becomes a bigger hero than ever. He faces off against sinister scientists, slugs from space, giant chickens, and more in a series of graphic novels perfect for reluctant readers.

LernerClassroom (Graphic Universe) © 2024

Binding Type

Paperback

Reading Level

Shimmer, sparkle, twirl . . . Imani's hair magically changes when she embraces her inner powers, such as bravery, compassion, creativity, and more. Young readers will love following Imani's adventures with her hair magic in these early chapter books. Read Wokeª Books are created in partnership with Cicely Lewis, the Read Woke librarian, to reflect the diversity of our world.

LernerClassroom © 2024

Binding Type

Paperback

Reading Level

Learn about the lives of people from marginalized communities through the author's experience. Books will explore different religions, abilities, and communities in North America, and the challenges and change the authors and their communities face.

Beech Street Books © 2024

Binding Type

Paperback

Reading Level

3-6

Meet ordinary kids who go to school and who live with special needs and conditions including cancer, diabetes, autism, learning disabilities, Down syndrome, and ADHD. Includes a support page of teaching tips for caregivers and teachers. Downloadable Teacher's Notes available.

Crabtree Publishing (Seahorse Publishing © 2024

Binding Type

Paperback

Reading Level

Twelve-year-old Victoria Smith is not excited about summer in Willow Falls, Oklahoma. Uprooted from her friends and her home, Vic is staying at her grandpa's cattle ranch there while her mom works and saves up money for a new house. At least the town holds rodeos where she can show off her barrel-racing skills on her trusty horse, Buddy. But otherwise, Willow Falls seems to have nothing but mean girls and mysteries about her dad's past, a past her mom won't say a word about. When Vic discovers that her father had been a famous bull rider, she knows she has to try the sport that he loved so much. But bull riding is dangerous, predominantly done by boys and men, and something her mom is vehemently against. Can Vic convince her mom to give her this chance to know the father she lost long ago?

Flux (Jolly Fish Press) © 2024

Binding Type

Paperback

Reading Level

2-3

Mara is a young mermaid who loves making friends under the sea! In this delightful, illustrated beginning reader series, Mara meets and plays with a number of animals who live in the ocean. Controlled vocabulary and limited word counts support early emergent readers.

Crabtree Publishing © 2025

Binding Type

Paperback

Reading Level

K

Readers are invited to jump into a canoe to learn about residential schools in Canada and the special day for truth and reconciliation. Author Dawn Sii-yaa-ilth-supt Smith is Nuu-chah-nulth and attended Tsartlip Indian Day School in British Columbia. She shares her story and the importance of truth telling and reconciliation in Canada.

Beech Street Books © 2024

Binding Type

Paperback

Reading Level

1-2

The universe is full of fascinating, incredible facts. From sports arenas to the oceans to the deepest reaches of space, readers will learn high-interest, educational facts that they'll want to share with their friends.

LernerClassroom © 2024

Binding Type

Paperback

Reading Level

Take a closer look at the awful, dangerous, painful, and even killer beasts that share our planet. Quick, repeatable facts paired with fun photographs and illustrations are sure to engage curious beginning readers in this discovery through the wild side.

Bearport Publishing © 2024

Binding Type

Paperback

Reading Level

How do you become an animal expert? By learning from the best! Join brilliant biologists in the field to learn all about ants, bears, chickens, and octopuses. Find out where the animals are found, what they eat, how they live, and more. Some day you could be an expert, too!

Bearport Publishing © 2025

Binding Type

Paperback

Reading Level

We eat, play, and even stay healthy thanks to some brilliant people. But who were the scientists, chefs, and inventors who came up with these big ideas? A mixture of fun illustrations and real-life photos teaches readers how everything from the potato chip to the X-ray first came to be. A hall of fame section at the end of each book showcases these never-ending discoveries and may even inspire some young readers to have brilliant new ideas.

Bearport Publishing © 2024

Binding Type

Paperback

Reading Level

Reycraft Books © 2024

Binding Type

Paperback

Reading Level

1-4

Each book in this series features two fun stories. Decodable text and colourful illustrations help emergent readers in grades K-1 (GRLs A-C) develop reading skills.

LernerClassroom © 2025

Binding Type

Paperback

Reading Level

Planet Earth needs you! Join Earth's Eco-Warriors in taking the Planet Promise. Will you promise to rethink what you use and buy? Will you refuse what you don't need, and will you repair broken things? Greta, Bailey, Pietro, and Rocky the dog are on a mission to save planet Earth and teach you how to be an Eco-Warrior. So, take the Planet Promise and save the world!

Focus Readers © 2025

Binding Type

Paperback

Reading Level

Kangaroo is one small animal in a big, wonderful world, and each day brings a new adventure. Playful, rhyming text and lively imagery help beginning readers follow along as Kangaroo explores her world and makes friends along the way.

Flux (Jolly Fish Press) © 2024

Binding Type

Paperback

Reading Level

K-1

Discover the features, traits, habits, and daily lives of some of the world's most exciting polar animals. colour photographs and simple text support young children learning to read.

LernerClassroom © 2025

Binding Type

Paperback

Reading Level

Join magical pet vets Taye, Marta, and Emily on their wild adventures with some of the magical world's most misunderstood creatures, including: a cyclops, a dragon, a sniffler, a sphinx, a unicorn, and a yeti. These creatures have problems, and the vet team is determined to solve them. This graphic novel series invites young readers into the world of STEM with real-life veterinary science in a fun and fantastical world.

Cherry Lake Publishing © 2025

Binding Type

Paperback

Reading Level

2

For hundreds of years, martial arts have offered people exciting ways to fight, compete, and build skills. This series highlights six popular styles of martial arts, tracing each one from its historical origins to the ways it is practiced today. Each book pairs short paragraphs of easy-to-read-text with plentiful photos and includes a table of contents, fun facts, side bars, comprehension questions, a glossary, an index, and a list of resources for further reading.

Apex © 2024

Binding Type

Paperback

Reading Level

2-3

Introduce young readers to the lives of nature's most massive animals, including their life cycle, what they eat, and how they behave. These books combine updated scientific research with high-impact photos and accessible, engaging text to entertain and educate. Perfect for the classroom or solitary reading, each book includes a glossary, fun facts, and further reading recommendations.

LernerClassroom © 2024

Binding Type

Paperback

Reading Level

Millbrook Press © 2024

Binding Type

Paperback

Reading Level

The impacts of climate change are becoming more and more visible, transforming people's lives and the environments around them. The Climate Crisis series explores the causes and effects of climate change in an accessible graphic nonfiction format. Through these titles, young readers will learn more about key concepts and major developments within this world-changing topic.

LernerClassroom (Graphic Universe) © 2024

Binding Type

Paperback

Reading Level

Just one furry otter or buzzing bee makes a big impact. Keystone species are vital to the survival of entire ecosystems. But they are facing mounting threats due to climate change. Explore the ways these important species keep other life going, what their loss may mean for the planet, and what people are doing to try and protect them for the future.

Bearport Publishing © 2024

Binding Type

Paperback

Reading Level

The informal text and humorous content of these accessible stories draw reluctant readers into a variety of topics. A low reading level paired with repetitive sight words will give struggling readers confidence, while the comprehensive coverage of age-level content will keep kids coming back for more.

LernerClassroom (Knowledge Books) © 2024

Binding Type

Paperback

Reading Level

3

Which planets have moons? What is the order of the planets from the sun? There is much to explore about space. With exciting photos, diagrams, and text, readers will love learning about our Solar System.

LernerClassroom © 2025

Binding Type

Paperback

Reading Level

The Fandom Fever series provides an inside look to some of today's hottest musical fandoms. From Swifties to the BTS ARMY, fans and soon-to-be fans will enjoy this hi-lo series.

Cherry Lake Publishing (45th Parallel Pr © 2025

Binding Type

Paperback

Reading Level

3

Learn about the lives of people from marginalized communities through the author's experience. Books will explore different religions, abilities, and communities in North America, and the challenges and change the authors and their communities face.

Beech Street Books © 2024

Binding Type

Paperback

Reading Level

3-6

Explore the many different Indigenous Nations in North America. Readers will learn about these Indigenous Nations, in the past and present times from authors of these communities. Each book explores the history, language, culture, daily life and current issues facing the community. This highly visual series includes many photos, maps, and infographics.

Beech Street Books © 2024

Binding Type

Paperback

Reading Level

4-6

Singers keep up with new trends in music daily, but they also take influence from their idols. Young readers learn how their favourite singers inspire each other across generations. Each title in this series explores the performers' rise to fame, their artistic process, greatest performances, and more with eye-catching photos and energetic text.

LernerClassroom © 2025

Binding Type

Paperback

Reading Level

Learn science concepts and facts about the natural world while solving spooky mysteries in these funny and educational graphic novels. Join the Mystery Science Detectives, an after-school club with knack for solving the trickiest, eeriest mysteries around. While working each case, the team reveals the scientific knowledge at play, explaining elementary and middle-school science concepts in an engaging way. Can you solve the mysteries before the team does?

LernerClassroom (Cheriton Children's Boo © 2024

Binding Type

Paperback

Reading Level

The Nerd Culture hi-lo series covers popular topics in the nerd community: DIY, fantasy, gaming, Japanese popular culture, role-playing, and science fiction.

Cherry Lake Publishing (45th Parallel Pr © 2024

Binding Type

Paperback

Reading Level

3

With 8 billion humans and counting, the Planet Human series explores the scale of human impact on the world. From the foods we grow to the clothes we wear, our industries affect the planet. This series breaks down the human impact on the environment over time and around the globe. Each title presents important high-interest natural science nonfiction content with global relevance.

Cherry Lake Publishing © 2024

Binding Type

Paperback

Reading Level

4

Millbrook Press © 2018

Binding Type

Paperback

Reading Level

5

Meet super sleuths Cody, Quinn, Luke, Mika, and M.E., members of The Code Busters Club. Together they decipher mind-boggling problems and crack the toughest of codes! Each book complements STEM instruction as readers use mathematical and critical-thinking skills to help solve mysteries.

LernerClassroom (Darby Creek) © 2024

Binding Type

Paperback

Reading Level

Learn about the history of robotics, the building blocks of a robot, the basics of coding, and more in these humorous, high-energy manhwa graphic novels. When soccer fanatic La Ion transfers to a new school, he only wants to find his next teammates. But a sign for a soccer club leads him to a robot soccer crew, with human students behind the controls. The mix-up draws La Ion into a rivalry with a club of battle-robot makers and a series of intense competitions. La Ion might join kicking and screaming, but he'll step up to the challengeÑand discover the concepts behind robotics, coding, and more.

LernerClassroom (Graphic Universe) © 2024

Binding Type

Paperback

Reading Level

Sleeping Bear Press © 2024

Binding Type

Paperback

Reading Level

4

Mysteries seem to find Luna Garza, a tween growing up in small-town Ohio. Luna canÎt help but get pulled into solving them. Middle school readers will love following Luna as she digs into the puzzling occurrences that arise during her everyday life in an all-American town.

Saddleback Educational Publishing © 2023

Binding Type

Paperback

Reading Level

3-4

They live in the shadows and lurk in the dark. But how do legendary creatures come to be? Explore paranormal life cycles! These hi-lo adventures are a perfect way to face your fears from the very beginning. Struggling readers in grades 6 and 7 wonÎt be able to put down these accessible books written at a 3rd and 4th grade reading level.

Bearport Publishing © 2025

Binding Type

Paperback

Reading Level

From medicine and policing to space and deep-sea explorations, robots are on the rise. In fact, robots are taking over the world but is this robot revolution all-good? Readers will discover how robot technology is revolutionizing our world and get behind the rise of the machines too when they discover how they are making our world a better place in this high-interest, high-tech series.

LernerClassroom (Cheriton Children's Boo © 2024

Binding Type

Paperback

Reading Level

6

History is pretty spooky! From ghosts, alien visitations, and UFO sightings through mysterious places, unexplained vanishings, and cursed tombs, the strange and sinister past explored in this spine-chilling series will enthrall every reader. Full of fascinating history, sensational revelations, and intriguing answers to mysterious questions, this exciting set of books is a guaranteed page-turner.

LernerClassroom (Cheriton Children's Boo © 2024

Binding Type

Paperback

Reading Level

6

ExamineÑand appreciateÑthe many ways in which people can create a family. This informative compendium goes beyond the basics of sexual reproduction to examine the diversity of medical and societal methods people use, including in-vitro fertilization, surrogacy, adoption, and more. Through scientific research, diagrams, and interviews with families, author Rachel Ginocchio provides a thoughtful and thorough examination of the possibilities available.

Twenty-First Century Books © 2023

Binding Type

Paperback

Reading Level

Ancient societies developed incredible inventions and complex techniques that continue to surprise scientists and historians today. Discover how ancient innovations laid the groundwork for modern technology in this fascinating and thoroughly researched series.

Twenty-First Century Books © 2024

Binding Type

Paperback

Reading Level

With ultimate sports, ultimate sportspeople, and landscapes, readers will love this ultimate adrenaline-high series. Packed with information about extreme sports, the extreme geography in which they take place, and the extreme sportspeople who practice them, this engaging, high-interest series will inspire the next generation of ultimate sport stars!

LernerClassroom (Cheriton Children's Boo © 2024

Binding Type

Paperback

Reading Level

6

In the fictional town of Scarecrow, California, tweens keep discovering mysterious and sometimes magical objects at the Vintage Rose Antique Shop. When they take these objects home, strange things begin to happen. Does the family who inherited the store have an active imagination? Or is the store really haunted?

Saddleback Educational Publishing © 2024

Binding Type

Paperback

Reading Level

2-3

The Wonders of the Webb Telescope series gives readers a detailed look at the science and technology utilized to create the telescope, as well as new scientific discoveries made by the telescope.

Cherry Lake Publishing © 2024

Binding Type

Paperback

Reading Level

4

Sixteen-year-old Georgia Richter feels conflicted about the funeral home her parents runÑespecially because she has the ability to summon ghosts. With one touch of any body that passes through Richter Funeral Home, she can awaken the spirit of the departed. With one more touch, she makes the spirit disappear, to a fate that remains mysterious to Georgia. To cope with her deep anxiety about death, she does her best to fulfill the final wishes of the deceased whose ghosts she briefly revives.

LernerClassroom (Carolrhoda) © 2022

Binding Type

Paperback

Reading Level

From eating nutritious foods to exercising to spending time with friends, each of our daily activities contribute to living healthy lives! In this series, readers will learn about the different ways to practice healthy living. Each title defines an element of healthy living by breaking down different ways it affects our lives. Narrative examples demonstrate specific behaviours, a question prompts active thinking about each topic, and a toolbox shows readers what will help them live a healthy life!

Bellwether Media © 2022

Binding Type

Paperback

Reading Level

1

Libraries will be filled with laughter when readers get these joke books in their hands! Each page features a few silly, age-appropriate jokes. Plus, a list of joke-telling tips for kids who want to perform for their friends and family! Cute and fun photos will give readers even more to smile about. Aligned to Common Core Standards and correlated to state standards.

North Star Classroom © 2022

Binding Type

Paperback

Reading Level

K

The world of animals is wonderfully diverse. This popular and expanded series continues travelling the planet to study fascinating animals. Beautiful photos are paired with accessible text to examine the featured creature's appearance, habitat, behaviours, and life cycle. Each book also presents a folk story that people have used to help explain the animal's appearance or behaviour.

Creative Education © 2019

Binding Type

Paperback

Reading Level

K-2

These Beginning Science titles will focus on topics having to do with body functions. Sometimes, a body does gross things! Each title will introduce the topic and explain it in the simplest language possible. Carefully chosen photographs (labeled when needed) will promote subject comprehension. Aligned to Common Core standards & correlated to state standards.

North Star Classroom © 2021

Binding Type

Paperback

Reading Level

1

Helping kids name, understand, and express their emotions is an important part of social and emotional learning. These entertaining stories feature ocean animal characters experiencing big feelings in situations kids will relate to. Readers will discover strategies to help manage their own emotions.

LernerClassroom © 2023

Binding Type

Paperback

Reading Level

1-2

First experiences can be intimidating, and children may have a hard time navigating their emotions and reactions to these situations. In First Experiences, beginning readers will follow young characters who are experiencing new situations or relationships for the first time. Social and emotional learning (SEL) concepts aid the reader in understanding the specific emotions and body sensations that can accompany each and help them prepare for the experience, while sight words, tightly controlled vocabulary, and repetitive text patterns and sounds help develop reading skills.

Jump! © 2023

Binding Type

Paperback

Reading Level

PK-K

They zoom and zip! Some fly high in the sky and others cruise down the highway. They’re green machines! Explore the vehicles that are better for our planet, making a difference one trip at a time. It’s STEM curriculum featuring high-interest vehicle content with an environmental twist. Carefully levelled text and engaging photos will have even the youngest readers going green.

Bearport Publishing © 2023

Binding Type

Paperback

Reading Level

1

Learn ways to be a good sibling, friend, community member, and more in this fiction series about connecting with others. Each story's carefully levelled text and delightful illustrations support young children learning to read.

LernerClassroom © 2023

Binding Type

Paperback

Reading Level

PK-1

Life Cycles introduces beginning readers to the incredible life cycles of a diverse set of animals. Learn about the unique life stages of butterflies, dolphins, frogs, and more in this engaging series!

Jump! © 2023

Binding Type

Paperback

Reading Level

K

Social and emotional learning (SEL) helps children manage emotions, establish positive habits in communication, create and achieve goals, and make good decisions. Each title in Mindful Me introduces readers to the concept of mindfulness and how it can be easily incorporated into their daily lives to help them grow emotionally and make good decisions.

Jump! © 2020

Binding Type

Paperback

Reading Level

2

Explore the life cycles of creatures large and small, from the simple mayfly to Africa's proud lion. Told from the creature's perspective, early readers get a first-hand experience of their life stages. Simple sentences help develop word recognition and improve reading skills. Each book in this series includes a table of contents, glossary, index, and an author biography.

Cherry Lake Publishing © 2021

Binding Type

Paperback

Reading Level

1

Striped shells on the beach. Spots on ladybugs in the garden. All kinds of patterns can be found in nature! Spot bright and fun patterns all around you with this new series. Children will develop reading skills while learning about the wildlife around them and how to identify patterns. Tightly controlled vocabulary and repetitive text patterns work with crisp and colourful photographs to create a reading experience that is fun, engaging, and supportive. Patterns in Nature titles include tools for teachers and caregivers, as well as introductory nonfiction features such as labels, a table of contents, words to know, and an index. A Let’s Review! feature presents a photo and question to help readers review and expand learning on the topic.

Jump! © 2021

Binding Type

Paperback

Reading Level

PK

Human actions have had a large impact on the world around us. This series explores how people have harmed our planet in the past, and how we can make changes to protect Earth in the future.

Focus Readers © 2022

Binding Type

Paperback

Reading Level

1-2

Hello, bicycles and snowmobiles. Hello, jet skis and skateboards.Hello, ... fun! The popular Seedlings series now offers irresistible introductions to 've personal transportation devices. Written in a friendly voice, lled with dynamic photos, and featuring text crafted for the youngest of readers, these newest books touch upon the parts and roles of unique vehicles. Each book closes with a labeled-image guide for further review. As introductions to informational text, these titles will plant the seeds of knowledge! A kindergarten-level introduction to the self-propelled vehicles known as bicycles, covering their purpose, parts, and operation, and such defining features as their wheels and handlebars.

Creative Education © 2019

Binding Type

Paperback

Reading Level

K

The Shapes series uses familiar shapes to help beginning readers identify concepts such as opposites, colors, counting, and more. Books use the Whole Language approach to literacy, a combination of sight words and repetition that builds recognition and confidence. Bold, colourful photographs correlate directly to the text to help guide readers as they engage with the books.

Cherry Lake Publishing © 2021

Binding Type

Paperback

Reading Level

PK

We need money to buy everything from wants to needs. But what does it take to earn money, and how can we be smart about our money? Explore the basics of money to build smart citizenship from the start. Each 24-page book features controlled text paired with bright photos to bring this curricular topic to life.

Bearport Publishing © 2022

Binding Type

Paperback

Reading Level

1

Bundle up! It's time to discover the unique animals that live at the top of the world. This search-and-find series lets young readers explore the arctic and the animals that live there. Find out how their bodies are adapted to the frigid climate and what they do to survive.

Amicus (Spot) © 2020

Binding Type

Paperback

Reading Level

K

Movies and television shows have turned people of all ages into dinosaur fanatics. But what were these prehistoric creatures really like, and what wiped them out? This high-interest series explores the lives of world-famous dinosaurs, from diets to defenses, and examines what drove these great beasts to extinction. Maps, size comparisons, and other special features help bring the exciting world of dinosaurs to life!

Bellwether Media © 2021

Binding Type

Paperback

Reading Level

1-2

Families come in all shapes and sizes. This series makes sure that all kinds of families are represented in your library. Simple, sweet text introduces a family and is followed by fun, everyday activities and interactions that all types of families experience. Aligned to Common Core standards & correlated to state standards.

North Star Classroom © 2021

Binding Type

Paperback

Reading Level

K

Every living thing on Earth needs water to survive. But why do we need it, where does it come from, and how do we save it? This valuable series answers these questions and more while introducing early science concepts to emergent readers. Vibrant photographs and diagrams will aid readers in learning about the water cycle, how people use water, and what that means for the environment.

Bearport Publishing © 2021

Binding Type

Paperback

Reading Level

1

Do you live in a town or a city? Each book in the Where Do I Live? series focuses on defining an area that people live in. Using colourful photographs that connect to simple sentences and relevant sight words, each book builds confidence in reading skills and helps define the places we live in. Every book in this series also includes a page for caregivers and teachers that suggests guiding questions to help aid in reading comprehension. Downloadable Teacher's Guide available.

Crabtree Publishing © 2022

Binding Type

Paperback

Reading Level

PK-1

With its impressive pyramids, colourful gods, and intriguing mummies, the ancient Egyptian civilization has captivated people for millennia. This series delivers these Egyptian delights to early elementary readers, using straightforward text and appealing images.

POP! © 2022

Binding Type

Paperback

Reading Level

2-3

Animals make learning about language and the natural world fun! Are bees really busy? Are dogs really lazy? Animal Idioms investigates the truth behind common expressions by examining the unique characteristics and behaviours of each animal.

North Star Classroom © 2022

Binding Type

Paperback

Reading Level

2-3

From puke and poop to blood and guts, animals will eat almost anything. Delve into some of the most disgusting meals in the animal kingdom and learn about the creatures that live off of these unusual diets. Colour photos and fascinating facts will keep readers turning the pages to learn more gross details!

LernerClassroom © 2020

Binding Type

Paperback

Reading Level

2

Told in narrative nonfiction, this series teaches young readers how to build their social skills and self-awareness. These books help build a foundation for students to develop into capable and compassionate individuals and, through examples, show them how to make the choices that will let them grow their soft skills. All books in the 21st Century Junior Library encourage readers to LOOK, THINK, MAKE A GUESS, ASK QUESTIONS, and CREATE.

Cherry Lake Publishing © 2023

Binding Type

Paperback

Reading Level

3

Owning a pet is a huge responsibility, especially when that pet breathes fire or bursts into flames! Putting a spin on classic pet guides, this series details how to care for magical pets through witty, conversational text that explores life cycles, how much food and exercise, and special care each pet needs along with information about the joys and potential hazards each pet brings. With humorous imagery that works hand in hand with the text, this series is sure to spark young readers' imaginations and prove that reading can be fun.

Black Rabbit Books © 2020

Binding Type

Paperback

Reading Level

2-3

Our minds are full of colour. But what do you do when one colour shines brighter than the others? This series is the ultimate mindfulness toolkit packed with tips and activities that help readers manage strong emotions. Beautiful and engaging visuals replicate a hand-drawn doodle style while the content aids in self-awareness and personal development for young children, allowing them to find their own ways of dealing with anger, sadness, excitement, and nervousness.

Bearport Publishing © 2022

Binding Type

Paperback

Reading Level

2-3

Do you think students can tell fact from fiction? In a world where social media reigns supreme and tweets and posts go viral, discerning what's fact from fiction can be more difficult than it seems. The Conspiracy Theories: DEBUNKED series takes a closer look at the most popular theories people believe, why they spread, and where they originated. Books use considerate text that's written at a higher maturity level with a lower reading level to engage and accommodate struggling readers.

Cherry Lake Publishing © 2023

Binding Type

Paperback

Reading Level

2

Join us as we explore the world in Country Explorers! Each of these engaging books will take readers on a journey throughout a fascinating country. Designed and written with young explorers in mind, readers will discover the regions, geography, people, and celebrations of countries around the world.

Bearport Publishing © 2023

Binding Type

Paperback

Reading Level

2

They're creepy, they're crawly, and this series brings readers up close and personal with them. Through infographics, gross fun facts, and carefully levelled text, readers will learn about the lives of these creatures and the important roles they play in nature.

Black Rabbit Books © 2020

Binding Type

Paperback

Reading Level

2-3

Take a look at a burger, peer at a pizza and sniff at your sandwich. Do you what know what's inside? How about what your food is made of and where it comes from? Let's deconstruct dishes, break them down and slice them up to find out what they're made of and if they're good for us! This series is a fun mix of illustrations and photographs that introduces readers to nutrition and health concepts as well as exposing them to food from around the world.

Bearport Publishing © 2021

Binding Type

Paperback

Reading Level

2-3

Do you like salt on your fries? What about sugar on your cereal? There are so many tasty things to eat, but did you know that the food you eat comes from all over the world? Let's Drive Thru the world and learn about where food comes from and how it grows.

Bearport Publishing © 2022

Binding Type

Paperback

Reading Level

2-3

Log in and learn about the exciting world of esports with these thrilling and informative books. Readers will learn about the history, league highlights, and top teams for games like Fortnite, Rocket League, and NBA 2K! With easy text and breathtaking photos, these hi-lo books will make any kid game to read more!

North Star Classroom © 2023

Binding Type

Paperback

Reading Level

2

Where can you find Earth’s different biomes? Which biomes are the coldest, wettest, and warmest? Learn about the climate, geology, geography, wildlife, and resources of each biome in this high-interest STEM series. Each book highlights a specific biome, highlighting its vital role on Earth and the importance of protecting and preserving it.

Jump! © 2023

Binding Type

Paperback

Reading Level

2

Life throws us many challenges, often without warning. Facing Life’s Challenges describes the very real issues today’s youth experience and confront daily. Each title illustrates specific situations and the emotions they can elicit, as well as how we can cope with them mindfully and learn from them. Readers will learn to recognize, reflect on, and communicate their feelings, ask for help, and advocate for themselves and others who may be experiencing these challenges.

Jump! © 2023

Binding Type

Paperback

Reading Level

2-3

Now hiring new farmhands! Aggie, your farmer llama friend, is here to teach you everything you need to know to get the job done at Happy Valley Farm. Farmers feed the world. But with 7 billion people to feed, how do they get the job done? Let Aggie be your guide as you learn the basics (the history of hay) right through to advanced lessons (just stay out of the way of the self-driving tractors) and don't forget to get your llama-diploma! Cute illustrations and photographs help readers learn about different machinery and the history of farming.

Bearport Publishing © 2021

Binding Type

Paperback

Reading Level

2-3

Tech and innovation are at the forefront of luxury supercars. This series explores the cool features that make these high-performance vehicles some of the best in the world. From the history of the brand, to fast facts, and awesome photos--these books have enough to keep any car enthusiast engaged. This high-interest series is written at a low readability to aid struggling readers.

Cherry Lake Publishing © 2023

Binding Type

Paperback

Reading Level

2

This series gives readers an exciting look at eight giant animals of the sea, describing where they live, how they hunt, and the unique features that help them survive in the ocean. Each book pairs short paragraphs of easy-to-read-text with plenty of colourful photos to make reading engaging and accessible. Apex books have low reading levels (grades 2-3) but are designed for older students, with interest levels of grades 3-7.

Apex © 2022

Binding Type

Paperback

Reading Level

2-3

People are connected to the environment in many important ways. This series examines how humans have affected our planet, along with the actions people are taking to help protect the environment.

Focus Readers © 2022

Binding Type

Paperback

Reading Level

2-3

It's time to take your celebrating to the next level. Impress your friends and family with delicious holiday treats. They're as fun to make as they are to eat.

Black Rabbit Books © 2021

Binding Type

Paperback

Reading Level

2-3

The humour shines in this witty series about tricking, teasing, and tickling some of the worst characters you could meet. Reluctant readers will find much to love in these quirky titles.

Black Rabbit Books © 2020

Binding Type

Paperback

Reading Level

2-3

Living and non-living things on Earth are constantly changing over time. This series shows how scientists study rocks and fossils to find out what our planet looked like thousands of years ago and what living things today are related to the plants and animals of ancient times. Every book also includes a page for caregivers and teachers that suggests guiding questions to help aid in reading comprehension. Downloadable Teacher's Guide available.

Crabtree Publishing © 2022

Binding Type

Paperback

Reading Level

2

Cute animals are everywhere on the internet! Learn about the lives of cats, dogs, and other creatures when they aren't starring in hilarious online videos. These guides showcase each animal's life cycle, diet, and more alongside fun graphics inspired by social media.

LernerClassroom © 2021

Binding Type

Paperback

Reading Level

2-3

Hilarious graphics, creative illustrations, and fun facts work together to bring jokes about everything from pirates to pets to pterosaurs to life. With directions on how to make original jokes, this colourful, engaging series will have reluctant and beginning readers laughing out loud, rushing to share the jokes with their classmates, and asking for more.

Black Rabbit Books © 2022

Binding Type

Paperback

Reading Level

2-3

This engaging series uses illustrated stories to help children develop language and communication skills in a fun, imaginative way. Notes for caregivers and parents offer supplemental activities and ideas for every spread. Downloadable Teacher's Guide available.

Crabtree Publishing © 2022

Binding Type

Paperback

Reading Level

2

Highlight early social and emotional learning concepts with this series that teaches young readers how Life Works! From building trust and tackling teamwork to navigating emotions and setting goals, each book features hands-on activities, fun illustrations, and engaging text.

Bearport Publishing © 2022

Binding Type

Paperback

Reading Level

2

During conflict will you use your hands or words? If you're angry, will you throw a fit or talk it out? Learning how to make good choices is an important and essential part of growing up. With multiple endings, each book allows the reader to make choices and read what happens next, learning how good or bad choices lead to different consequences.

Amicus (Amicus Illustrated) © 2020

Binding Type

Paperback

Reading Level

2

From the monarch butterfly to the humpback whale, Earth's creatures, both big and small, travel hundreds of miles each year on magnificent journeys. Follow their trails from beginning to end in the Marvellous Migrations series. Engaging inquiry-based sidebars encourage young readers to think, create, guess, and ask questions. Books include table of contents, glossary, index, author biography, and sidebars.

Cherry Lake Publishing © 2021

Binding Type

Paperback

Reading Level

3

Enrol in Math Academy and get ready-they're counting on you! Join the pupils of class 301 and their robot classmate as they add, subtract, group, and place value their way to success! Brrrrrring! Get set for Math Class! Free downloadable Teacher’s Guide available.

Crabtree Publishing © 2021

Binding Type

Paperback

Reading Level

2-4

Explore the possibilities for what life will look like in the future. From cars that drive themselves to holographic projections, readers will discover how technology and innovations will change school, cities, houses, and more.

LernerClassroom © 2021

Binding Type

Paperback

Reading Level

3

From surviving mobs (mobile monsters) to building cities, this series describes some of Minecraft's most popular aspects. Learn the basics of mining for materials, planting crops, and changing the game with mods (modifications). Jump into the creative world of Minecraft.

LernerClassroom © 2019

Binding Type

Paperback

Reading Level

3

Like piecing together a jigsaw puzzle, the reader will discover connections and interactions between the plants, animals, and other living things that make each habitat their home.

LernerClassroom (Ruby Tuesday Books) © 2016

Binding Type

Paperback

Reading Level

2

Dive into the exciting and mysterious world of the ninja in this action-packed series! Explore the history behind well-known ninja myths, from the weapons they used to their training methods. Readers will also discover the fun ways that ninja relate to the modern age.

LernerClassroom © 2020

Binding Type

Paperback

Reading Level

2

Dig up the history, tactics, and legacy of infamous pirates, their ships, and those portrayed on the big screen. With easy text and explosive pictures, these books will have any young reader ready for the high seas! This hi-lo title is complete with epic and colourful photographs, simple text, glossary, and an index. Aligned to Common Core standards & correlated to state standards.

North Star Classroom © 2022

Binding Type

Paperback

Reading Level

2

Introduce readers to our solar system's eight planets. From Jupiter's moons to Neptune's winds, the books reveal key planetary information and the technology scientists use to study them. Page Plus QR codes lead to downloadable 3D printer models from NASA.

LernerClassroom © 2021

Binding Type

Paperback

Reading Level

2

There are creatures all over, out there roaming the planet, and good friends like Steve and your bestie named Janet. Whether talkin’ bout the body, outer space, or your school, Rapping is the way to learn and also stay cool.

Black Rabbit Books © 2021

Binding Type

Paperback

Reading Level

2-3

Plug in and power on! The world of gaming is at your fingertips in this high-interest series. Levelled text explores the history of video games, introduces some of today’s popular titles, and celebrates the events and competitions of the gaming community. Special features include a timeline, a list of top-selling games, a game profile, a gaming event spotlight, and more. This fun series will help reluctant readers level up their reading skills while learning about the fun and familiar world of video games!

Bellwether Media © 2021

Binding Type

Paperback

Reading Level

3

When disasters strike, people aren't the only ones in danger. Tornadoes, hurricanes, fires, and more also threaten the lives of animals. In this graphic narrative nonfiction series, readers meet heroes who risk their lives to save animals--from cats and dogs to pelicans and pigs! As readers relive the dramatic events surrounding famous disasters such as Hurricane Katrina and the Deepwater Horizon oil spill, they will witness the courageous rescue attempts that saved the lives of thousands of innocent pets and wild animals. Backmatter includes information about other devastating disasters and daring missions to save animals.

Bearport Publishing © 2021

Binding Type

Paperback

Reading Level

3

In these true tales of wildlife survival, readers discover how some of America?s most beautiful and fascinating animals came face-to-face with the threat of extinction. Yet through the heroic efforts of people who stepped in, these endangered animals not only came back from the brink, but also began to thrive once again.

Bearport Publishing © 2022

Binding Type

Paperback

Reading Level

3

From forest-wide infernos to howling winds and rain, severe weather continues to inspire both awe and fear. This exciting series provides fascinating facts about several types of severe weather, including how they form, the most extreme weather events in history, and how science and technology help keep people safe. Each book pairs short paragraphs of easy-to-read-text with plenty of colourful photos to make reading engaging and accessible. Apex books have low reading levels (grades 2-3) but are designed for older students, with interest levels of grades 3-7.

Apex © 2023

Binding Type

Paperback

Reading Level

2-3

For as long as humans have existed, we've turned our gazes to the sky and wondered what was out there. This fascinating series explores some of the natural and human-made objects in space, along with the technological advances that have allowed us to explore beyond our home planet. Each book also includes a table of contents, one infographic, fun facts, a That’s Amazing special feature, quiz questions, a glossary, additional resources, and an index.

Focus Readers © 2023

Binding Type

Paperback

Reading Level

2-3

No matter what's going on in the world, individuals can choose to act with kindness and respect. This series introduces young readers to eight ways they can make a difference in their families, schools, and communities.

Focus Readers © 2021

Binding Type

Paperback

Reading Level

1-2

Wow! Cool! Look at this! These are just some of the enthusiastic reactions that students will have to this series. Incredibly detailed full-page and double-page photographs will grab readers' attention. And when the images produce this "wow" reaction, kids won't be able to resist finding out more about some of nature's most weird, wonderful, and unexpected subjects. "Let's Talk" questions will get readers thinking like scientists and analyzing the information on the page, and the fact-packed narrative text is perfect for nonfiction reading. The books' topics may be unusual and eclectic, but they closely support key areas of the science curriculum.

LernerClassroom (Ruby Tuesday Books) © 2021

Binding Type

Paperback

Reading Level

2

From the Super Bowl to the Summer Olympics, this action-packed series dives into the fascinating history, thrilling moments, and greatest champions of the world's biggest sports events.

LernerClassroom © 2021

Binding Type

Paperback

Reading Level

3

Trains and railways have been moving humans and goods for more than 200 years. This series will delve into the histories of some of the most well-known passenger trains that still operate today. This series is at a Level 2 and is written specifically for emerging readers. Aligned to Common Core standards & correlated to state standards.

North Star Classroom © 2022

Binding Type

Paperback

Reading Level

2

Dig deep into the fox’s den, the groundhog’s burrow, and more to learn all about creatures that have adapted to life below the soil. Bright photos and carefully levelled text take the curricular concept of habitats and turns it into an adventure exploring with these fascinating animals. A featured Science Lab activity puts the readers to the test to use what they’ve learned and flexes their skills of observation to study the animals further. Get the hole truth about animals that live underground!

Bearport Publishing © 2023

Binding Type

Paperback

Reading Level

2-3

Press start and jump into action with today’s most popular video game heroes like Pac-Man, Donkey Kong, and Naruto! Thrilling spreads and exciting, simple text will delight young readers while they learn! This hi-lo title is complete with epic and colourful photographs, simple text, glossary, and an index. Aligned to Common Core standards & correlated to state standards.

North Star Classroom © 2022

Binding Type

Paperback

Reading Level

2

Animals eat a variety of foods, from plants and other animals to poop, soil, or blood. This series examines four of the most interesting animal diets and explores the reasons why animals eat those particular foods.

Focus Readers © 2022

Binding Type

Paperback

Reading Level

2-3

Accelerated Reader

3.4 (Quiz #514240)

Rhyno the Rhino and his friends know how to win on the field and in life. Children will enjoy learning social-emotional skills through different sports. Each book features colour illustrations, Words to Know, Glossary, and Quiz.

Crabtree (Seahorse Publishing) © 2022

Binding Type

Paperback

Reading Level

2-4

Working Together helps readers prepare for and succeed in peer environments. Each title reinforces social and emotional learning (SEL) concepts while empowering readers, detailing how to identify strengths, resolve conflicts, advocate for oneself, share tasks, and make decisions as a team to help achieve goals. Readers will reflect on working well with others and build skill sets they can take with them and apply to everyday situations.

Jump! © 2022

Binding Type

Paperback

Reading Level

2-3

Plants might look harmless, but they can be killers. This narrative nonfiction series features some of the most amazing--and deadly--plants on the planet, from carnivorous plants to burning plants.

Cherry Lake Publishing © 2022

Binding Type

Paperback

Reading Level

4

Biggest Names in Sports introduces young readers to some of the brightest stars in sports today. These exciting narratives summarize each player's life and career to date, drawing attention to their accomplishments on the field and career highlights, while also including biographical information such as family life and charity work.

Focus Readers © 2023

Binding Type

Paperback

Reading Level

3-5

The United States has been reckoning with race and racism since its inception. Black creatives of all types-novelists, poets, musicians, singers, actors, directors, and more-have used their chosen media to illuminate this struggle and articulate the experience of being Black in America. This fascinating series, written by Black authors, tells the stories of eight Black creatives whose artistic and cultural contributions have expanded the collective conversation on race. Each book summarizes the person’s life and career to date, drawing attention to their accomplishments and how they have spoken out as a voice on race.

Focus Readers © 2023

Binding Type

Paperback

Reading Level

3-5

Egyptian mythology is full of fascinating characters and stories, from gods and goddesses to ancient Egyptians who worshipped them. Each mythological story is tied to ancient Egyptian culture and religion. Egyptian Mythology provides readers with an exciting lens through which they can learn about and enjoy history.

North Star Classroom © 2023

Binding Type

Paperback

Reading Level

3

Humans have a complex relationship with planet Earth. Life depends on the planet's natural resources. Yet human activity has led to many environmental issues. Industry pollutes land, air, and water. Agriculture uses up clean water. In the Enviro-Graphics Jr. series, young readers examine these and other environmental issues from many angles, all portrayed through visual elements. Books encourage and inspire budding environmentalists to protect and preserve the planet.

Cherry Lake Publishing © 2023

Binding Type

Paperback

Reading Level

3

This playful and informative series reveals the inner workings and impact of today's most popular video games. Each title explores the inception and evolution of a particular game, highlighting key creators, super players, and cultural crazes inspired by the game. Special features include side-by-side comparisons of the game over time and a behind-the-screen look into the franchise. Colour photos and action-packed screenshots will transport readers to the heart of each video game empire and have everyone excited to learn more!

North Star Classroom © 2022

Binding Type

Paperback

Reading Level

4

Colour comics featuring Garfield and friends help readers navigate the world of cyber safety. Activities at the end of each story challenge young digital citizens to think critically about staying safe and secure online.

LernerClassroom © 2020

Binding Type

Paperback

Reading Level

3

Discover the human side of key newsworthy and historical figures. Each biography in this easy-reading series is peppered with quotes and childhood stories, accounts of successes and failures, and descriptions of the inspirational sources and experiences that influenced the person's achievements. Detailed timelines and indexes make these valuable reference resources.

LernerClassroom © 2023

Binding Type

Paperback

Reading Level

5

This exciting and information-packed series is filled with fascinating facts, and the text also helps readers explore interesting topics, and learn plenty of fun trivia to impress their friends.

North Star Classroom (North Star Kids) © 2023

Binding Type

Paperback

Reading Level

5

It's hard to know what to be when you grow up, especially because many options aren't immediately obvious. This practical series highlights some of the jobs available in popular fields, describing what each job typically involves and the training required to pursue it.

Focus Readers © 2022

Binding Type

Paperback

Reading Level

3-5

That's his Achilles heel. It felt like I was lost in a labyrinth! She has the weight of the world on her shoulders. You opened a real Pandora's box with that move! We're all familiar with these idioms. But where did they come from? Find out with this beautifully illustrated series. Each title tells the tale of a popular Greek myth, a perfect guides on the quest for knowledge! Aligned to Common Core standards and correlated to state standards.

North Star Classroom © 2022

Binding Type

Paperback

Reading Level

3

In late 2019, health officials noticed a new disease spreading in Wuhan, China. They named it COVID-19. Within a few months, it became a pandemic that dramatically changed life for nearly everyone on Earth. Millions of people became sick, and hundreds of thousands died. Leaders ordered whole countries to stay home to slow the disease’s spread. Companies closed or went out of business. Meanwhile, health-care workers on the front lines saved lives and raced to find treatments. In the Core Library Guide to COVID-19, readers will learn about the disease, how it spread across the globe, and the ways it has changed society.

North Star Classroom © 2021