Joanna Brundle

"Measuring is a challenging math skill, but it is also an important one. Early learners are introduced to basic measurement concepts that they can explore on their own or with an adult. Simple, clear text explains different units of measurement, supporting essential math curriculum topics. Familiar examples presented with full-color photographs help readers understand how to apply what they have learned in the world around them. Young readers will...

"Geometry is an essential math concept, and it is important for early learners to develop an understanding of it from a young age. Through age-appropriate and achievable text, young readers are introduced to basic shapes and familiar real-world examples of those shapes. Early learners can explore this text independently or with the help of an adult. They will also be captivated by the vibrant, full-color photographs they will find with each turn of...

"Sometimes accidents happen and people get hurt. But that's no reason to panic! In this book, young readers are given the information to deal with and even help in a situation where they or a friend have a bump or break a bone. Simple, age-appropriate explanations of what has happened and how to help aim to prepare, not scare, kids as they encounter injuries in their world. Full-color photographs with helpful labels aid reading comprehension and depict...

"There are many kinds of marine creatures living in the sea, many of which may be unfamiliar to young readers. This age-appropriate, accessible main text puts the focus on echinoderms, which include starfish, sea cucumbers, and sea urchins. Readers learn about the different life cycles, habitats, eating habits, and behaviors of these interesting sea creatures. Colorful and creative design elements draw readers in, giving readers a detailed look at...

"What is a regular day like at school in Japan? At what age do children start going to school in Finland? Questions such as these are answered for readers curious about the ways kids learn in different countries. This volume allows students to sharpen their critical-thinking skills, as they are invited to compare and contrast their own lives as students to the lives of students from other parts of the world. Insightful fact boxes, an accessible glossary,...

"Asthma and allergies are very common childhood ailments. Sometimes, kids grow out of them, but others might have very serious situations occur before that happens. In this book, readers are introduced to what causes asthma and allergies and what to look for if they or a friend is experiencing them. Helpful diagrams and labels on full-color photographs complement the age-appropriate explanations and directions given to young readers, who will be ready...

"While vaccines are a hot-button issue, there is no scientific doubt that they have eradicated some diseases from many modern countries. Including sections on what exactly vaccines are, why they are used, and how they work, the narrative of this book explains this newsworthy topic in age-appropriate language and detail. Full-color photographs of actual medical conditions prevented by vaccines and illustrations of these diseases make each seem even...

"Being able to see inside the body makes diagnosing internal conditions much easier and more accurate. The many body scans doctors can do include X-rays, CT scans, MRIs, ultrasounds, and PET scans. All these letters stand for something. Readers of this understandable narrative will find out exactly what those abbreviations are and how and why each scan is performed. Curious readers will be fascinated by real images from these different kinds of scans...

"The way a home is constructed can be determined by the climate conditions, the amount of people living in it, and what materials are available in an area. As readers are exposed to different living environments of people around the world, they develop an expanded worldview. They also learn to compare and contrast their homes with those of people in other countries. Captivating, full-color photographs, insightful fact boxes, and a detailed glossary...

"From an early age, children are often fascinated by magnets on their refrigerator or in toys they play with. However, do they know how those magnets actually work? They will after reading this volume. Readers expand their knowledge of magnets as they learn how magnets work and what magnets can be used for in everyday life. The accessible and age-appropriate main text is presented alongside extra features, such as detailed sidebars, informative fact...