Katie Kawa

""Four score and seven years ago..." "The only thing we have to fear is fear itself." "Ask not what your country can do for you-ask what you can do for your country." The words of US presidents have comforted and challenged Americans since the country's earliest days, and readers discover the riveting stories behind the most powerful presidential words in this unique look at American history. Filled with memorable quotes, detailed sidebars, graphic...

English language learners will be eager to explore their libraries after reading this bilingual book. Using a fictionalized approach, this book allows beginning readers to discover the library through the eyes of a child, including meeting the librarian and using a library card. Bright illustrations and easy-to-follow text presented in both English and standard Latin American Spanish explains the most important parts of a visit to the library in an...

The president can make a big difference in the lives of Americans, but Joe Biden's life story shows us that he's been helping others long before he moved into the White House. As readers explore his journey through hard times and loss to leadership on the biggest stage, they're inspired to find their own ways to make a difference-from running for student government to helping out around the house. Quote boxes, a timeline, and full-color photographs...

The Fearless Honey Badger is aligned to the Common Core State Standards for English/Language Arts, addressing Literacy. RI.3.9 and Literacy. L.3.1a. Full-page color photographs and narrative nonfiction text introduce readers to the life of a honey badger. This book should be paired with "Life of a Honey Badger" (9781477725153) from the InfoMax Common Core Readers Program to provide the alternative point of view on the same topic.

Russell Wilson is known for making big plays on the football field, but he's also known for making a big difference off the field too. His work helping children in his community has made him just as beloved as his big plays and Super Bowl success. Readers trace his NFL career and his charity work through biographical text that is supplemented by a focused timeline and quote boxes that highlight inspiring words from this popular quarterback. Photographs...

There are many things in life that can make us feel sad, but sadness does not have to last forever. Beginning readers explore a healthy way to deal with feelings of sadness through the use of a fictional approach to a common childhood experience. They follow along as friends say goodbye when one of them moves to a new town. With the help of accessible text and a useful picture glossary, young readers discover how feelings of sadness can change to...

Chris Evans has played multiple superheroes on the big screen-first as the Human Torch in the Fantastic Four films and then as Captain America in the Marvel Cinematic Universe. He's also a hero to many for his kindness and honesty in real life too. Readers discover his inspiring words about mental health and doing the right thing through quote boxes that add to the biographical main text. A timeline of his life and suggestions for ways readers can...

Captain Marvel is one of the newest heroes to join the Marvel Cinematic Universe, but the actress who plays her isn't new to Hollywood. Brie Larson's journey from young actress to Oscar winner to superhero is presented through accessible text that even developing readers can independently enjoy. Additional details about this high-interest topic are found in eye-catching fact boxes, and a helpful timeline summarizes Larson's path to superhero superstardom.

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No matter how many times sightings of Bigfoot have been discredited, this legend won't be debunked. Diehard believers in the apelike beast take this as support that something is out there that doesn't want to be found! Readers are invited along on the journey to track down Bigfoot. They'll learn about some of the most famous encounters, photographic and video evidence, and recent theories. Armed with facts and lore, they can decide for themselves...

The first day of school is a situation that often makes children nervous. Beginning readers discover ways to work through those feelings of worry to see that starting school can be a fun experience. Using a fictionalized approach, this book introduces children to common anxieties about school–from meeting the teacher to making friends. Told through the eyes of a relatable young narrator, this story helps beginning readers work through these worries...