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Both real and fictional narrators serve as your tour guides on this fun and factual trip into American Symbols. Francis Scott Key, Ben Franklin, and James Madison offer insight on their roles in history and the resulting symbols, such as the National Anthem, that are still honored today.

Game, Set, Match! Learn how to play tennis through narrative nonfiction, Fun Facts, infographics, a glossary, and more!

"Amazing images accompany engaging information about fairies. The combination of high-interest subject matter and light text is intended for students in grades 3 through 7"--

Watch out! A giant is stomping your way! These creatures make appearances in todays stories, films, advertising, and more. But stories and images of these behemoths are nothing new. For centuries, giants have been depicted as dangerous and disastrous. But they have also taken on friendly forms. Find out how tales have giants have transformed throughout time through leveled text in this engaging title. Added features include a creature comparison, a range map, a timeline, and more!

Jason never turns down a dare, which has landed him in trouble more than once. After he gives some classmates a hard time, they challenge him to a BMX competition. Jason can't say no. But BMX-riding is much harder than he thought. If he can't learn to ride before the competition, this dare will be his last.

In a thrilling adventure, Carma and the Star Belchers must defend BeegMumma from a sudden alien invasion. As chaos ensues aboard the ship, the team rallies together to confront the threat and protect their home. The story highlights themes of bravery, teamwork, and resilience in the face of danger.

Marisa and Lorenzo Conchito and their friends want to make an old-fashioned vampire movie. Luckily their friend Jeff knows just the place to film it. His uncle Felix was an actor in several old horror movies, and his creepy old mansion is the perfect location. Felix is happy to let them film their movie at his house. He has just one “Don’t go in the basement!” What secrets could Felix be hiding in the basement? And why does he sleep so much during the day?

As the full moon approaches, its skin sprouts long hairs, its nose grows long, and its mouth fills with long fangs. Hunched and hungry, the werewolf howls at the shining moon! Todays media have made werewolves popular characters, but these creatures have been featured in tales for many centuries. This mythical title explores the origins of werewolves and how they are portrayed through time. Special features visually highlight their world through a range map, timeline, and creature comparison.

This life comes to an end, but a new one will soon begin. Rising from the blaze, a new phoenix spreads its wings and flies toward the sun! The mythical phoenix appears in many ancient traditions, and it still appears today as a symbol of strength and renewal. Readers of this fascinating title will explore the history and characteristics of the phoenix through leveled text and striking images. Additional features include a map, a timeline, a pop culture connection, and more.

"Humorous text and characters teach kids all about the human digestive system"--