Shannon Anderson

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

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

Provides a look at the legendary character of John Henry, offering an example of an American tall tale. Includes discussion questions and a writing activity.

Provides a picture book biography of the man known as Johnny Appleseed, offering an example of an American tall tale. Includes discussion questions and a writing activity.

Provides a picture book biography of the woman known as Calamity Jane, offering an example of an American tall tale. Includes discussion questions and a writing activity.

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

This story explores what happens when one perfectionist has a day that goes horribly wrong. The author introduces readers to Penelope through illustrations of her life and with text explaining her habits. For example, Penelope follows her exercise chart every morning and sharpens exactly six pencils when she gets to school. She wakes up at the same time every morning and goes to bed at the same time every night. When a power outage alters her routine,...

"Y Is for Yet uses the ABCs as an accessible framework to introduce growth mindset and all its possibilities. From A to Z, or Ability to Zany, kids learn new vocabulary that expands their view of themselves as learners"--Provided by publisher.

"Benjamin Franklin was a brilliant inventor, scientist, writer, and founding father. Before his ideas made him a legend, Benjamin was a young boy who enjoyed learning, helping others, and problem-solving. He was always finding clever ways to make the world a better place, from inventing the lightning rod to helping write the U.S. Constitution. Explore how Benjamin Franklin went from being a thoughtful kid growing up in Boston to an American hero who...

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