Alex Appleby

How can we help people in our families and communities? Young readers explore ways to be good helpers by following along on the adventures of colorful cartoon dinosaurs. From picking up trash to cleaning around the house, young people can do a variety of things to make their world a better place, and they learn about these helpful activities through accessible text. Early learners discover the building blocks of strong character as they improve their...

From the moment we open our eyes in the morning to the time we turn out the lights at night, there's lots to see in our world. In this exciting early concepts book, beginning readers learn to take what they see and learn from it. Through accessible text and strong picture-text correlation aided by full color photographs, budding readers' eyes will be opened to the world around them as they learn about this vital sense.

The Fourth of July is one of the most important holidays of the year. Readers will learn why we set off fireworks to celebrate America's birthday and what other people do to honor the country on this fun holiday. From sparklers and hot dogs to parades and fun floats, readers will learn why the Fourth of July is a great holiday. Features include: Strong picture-text correlation that aids in comprehension. Reading level supports beginning readers. Picture...

Being the president isn't easy, and neither is getting elected! For young readers hoping for a future in politics, this exciting book takes them on a journey all the way to the White House. Through accessible text and great full-color photographs showing life inside the White House, readers will get a great look at what the president does each day. This title published subject to a trademark license with WIGU Publishing, LLC.

Being a ballerina requires lots of hard work and dedication, but early readers of this book, presented in standard Latin American Spanish and English, learn that you can be anything you want when you grow up. Full-color photographs of a ballerina's graceful steps provide strong picture-text correlation, and accessible text helps readers establish early reading skills in this dynamic look at the world of ballet. This title published subject to a trademark...

Wind may be invisible, but it can be a big part of the weather. Wind gusts can knock down trees and even blow the hat off your head. Through the use of colorful illustrations and easy-to-read text, early readers will explore what happens when the wind picks up in their neighborhood. The sights and sounds of a windstorm are highlighted by illustrations of a young girl experiencing a windy day just outside her home.

Rain and snow can be fun, but hail can be downright dangerous! Big balls of ice falling from the clouds onto your head means it's time to get inside. Colorful illustrated characters show early readers what hail is made from, and what to do when the sky gets dark and golf ball-sized hail starts to fall. Through accessible text, early readers will explore the sometimes-strange weather in the world around them.

Birds of every shape and color soar through the sky, and many like to rest in backyards. Through the use, of accessible text, readers take an exciting trip through the skies and into the lives of these bright creatures. A picture glossary helps beginning readers strengthen their vocabulary skills, and vibrant, full-color photographs show birds in flight and in the nest.

Many people dream of singing in front of millions of people. In this book presented in standard Latin American Spanish and English, early readers see they can stop singing in their showers and can bring their voice to the stage. With strong picture-text correlation and an innovative approach to learning basic vocabulary and literacy skills, readers learn that they can be anything they want when they grow up in this book presented in standard Latin...

Chipmunks know that winter is always right around the corner, and it's never too early to start gathering food. Through the use, of accessible text, readers take an exciting look at the life of these cheerful animals in their backyard. A picture glossary helps beginning readers strengthen their vocabulary skills, and vibrant, full-color photographs show chipmunks at home and abroad, filling their cheeks with nuts for a long winter of hibernation.