Rebecca Pettiford

"This photo-illustrated book for early readers describes the Hindu holiday of Diwali and the things people do to celebrate"-- Provided by publisher.

"This photo-illustrated book for early readers describes the Christian holiday of Christmas and the things people do to celebrate"-- Provided by publisher.

Highlights the typical physical features and behaviors of Arctic foxes. Includes a map, diagrams, a glossary, resources for further information, and color photographs.

Explores the food chains of the coral reef, discussing producers, consumers, predators, and decomposers. Includes a glossary, index, environmentally friendly activity, and access to online resources.

"In this book, readers will learn about the unique chemical makeup that creates minerals. Vibrant, full-color photos and carefully leveled text will engage readers as they learn more about the characteristics that can be used to identify minerals"--Provided by the publisher.

In Different Abilities, beginning readers will learn to celebrate diversity by appreciating the variety of abilities people have. Vibrant, full-color photos and carefully leveled text engage young readers as they draw inferences about how diversity makes our society stronger and more interesting.

Provides a basic biography of U.S. president Thomas Jefferson, offering simple text describing his childhood, education, achievements, and political career. Includes color photographs, a glossary, a timeline, and further resources.

Explores food chains in freshwater environments, discussing different producers, consumers, predators, and decomposers. Includes an enrichment activity, glossary, index, and access to online resources.

Presents facts and photos about food chains in the forest, discussing producers, consumers, predators, and decomposers. Includes a comprehension activity, glossary, index, and access to online resources.

"In Different Cultures, beginning readers will learn to celebrate diversity by appreciating the many culturally influenced behaviors and practices people bring to our society. Vibrant, full-color photos and carefully leveled text engage young readers as they draw inferences about how diversity makes our world stronger and more interesting"--From the publisher's web site.