Monika Davies

This enticing title introduces readers to mouth-watering desserts from around the world! Whether it's babka or baklava, students will learn that fractions are the essential "ingredient" in all baked goods as they are engaged in reading about the world's most delicious desserts. Students will build their literacy skills and math content knowledge with this high-interest, appropriately leveled Spanish math reader that features problem solving and everyday...

In this science fiction book, Taj and Tessa work as Color Mixers in Antarctica. Only a select few are allowed in this secret laboratory, where the colors of the world are created and assigned. When Tessa accidentally deletes the color blue, her mistake reverberates across the planet. Will they find a way to bring blue back to the world? Students will enjoy this illustrated sci-fi book that features compelling text, grade-appropriate vocabulary, and...

"Relevant images match informative text in this introduction to India. Intended for students in kindergarten through third grade"--

"A plant may look beautiful. It may seem like it wouldn't hurt a fly-but some of them definitely would! In this book, readers learn about Venus fly traps, pitcher plants, and more, as well as the ways they are able to eat animals and insects whole. The main text discusses how being carnivorous is actually a defense, and how it helps these special plants survive. Full-color images and age-appropriate exploration of important science lessons are designed...

"Relevant images match informative text in this introduction to Greece. Intended for students in kindergarten through third grade"--

""Relevant images match informative text in this introduction to Morocco. Intended for students in kindergarten through third grade"--Provided by publisher"--

"Cambodia is home to the largest lake in Southeast Asia! Tourists and locals alike travel to honor the importance of the country’s lakes and rivers at Cambodia’s annual Water Festival! This title offers an engaging introduction to Cambodia’s landscape, wildlife, and culture. Colorful photos support the leveled text. Features and a full-spread fact page help highlight Cambodia’s animals, food, landmarks, and more"--

"Relevant images match informative text in this introduction to Canada. Intended for students in kindergarten through third grade"--

"When we think about camouflage, we think of animals. But, plants can hide in this way too! It's an important plant defense. This engaging volume shares with readers why some plants must hide in order to survive, which fits into science curriculum topics like plant life cycles, behavior, and the role plants play in their ecosystem. Beautiful, close-up photographs of the plants discussed draw readers into nature and encourage awareness of their surroundings...

"Earthquakes have the power to significantly change landscapes and bring down massive buildings. Although they are still difficult to predict, seismologists have an in-depth understanding of where earthquakes are most likely to strike. With this engaging text, readers will learn about how plate tectonics, seismic waves, and faults can all play a role in unleashing an earthquake's destructive forces. Striking photos of historic earthquakes will also...