Alex Appleby
1) What I See
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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.
2) What I Hear
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Hearing is an important sense for those just beginning to explore the world. From the chirping of birds to the sound of cars and trucks, a good sense of hearing can teach people a lot about the beauty and dangers of the world around them. In this exciting book, early readers learn how hearing impacts their world. Full-color photographs also provide a strong picture-text correlation, while a picture glossary helps enhance vocabulary skills.
3) What I Taste
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Who doesn't love to dive into a good meal? Our sense of taste is important-without it, how would we know what we like to eat? Early readers take a tour of their taste buds and explore worlds of flavor. From a fresh, sweet orange to a yummy slice of pizza, readers will learn all about this savory sense. Strong picture-text correlation enhanced by full-color photographs helps build early reading skills in budding, hungry readers.
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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...
5) What I Touch
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Touch is one of the earliest senses we develop. It's easy to understand: just reach out and grab it! Beginning readers are, given an opportunity to explore a world of textures in this book. From rough surfaces like sand to smooth cloths and silks, the contrast between sensations makes for a learning experience at every turn. Full-color photographs provide strong picture-text correlation to enhance comprehension of this basic science concept.
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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...
7) What I Smell
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How do we know when it's time to eat? Sometimes, it's because we smell something yummy cooking! Early readers dive nose-first into the world of the smells around them, including bad smells like a garbage dump or good smells like apple pie. Accessible language and strong picture-text correlation introduces readers to all of the things the nose knows!
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24 pages : color illustrations ; 19 x 20 cm.
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"Thanksgiving is a tradition passed down by people for hundreds of years. Through accessible text presented in both English and standard Latin-American Spanish, this great book explores why a day of thanks in November has become an American tradition. Why do we eat turkey on Thanksgiving? Why do we play football?"--
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24 pages : color illustrations ; 19 x 20 cm.
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"The start of each year is a celebration, but why? In this great book, readers will learn all about the fun parties and gatherings we have to mark the end and beginning of every year. From ball drops to parties and even football games, everyone should learn how to have a happy new year!"--
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If you look close enough, a butterfly can grow up right before your eyes. Through the use of accessible text, presented in both English and standard Latin-American Spanish, readers take an exciting look at the journey butterflies make. A picture glossary helps beginning readers strengthen their vocabulary skills, and vibrant, full-color photographs show caterpillars grow to adulthood, taking flight to travel around the world.
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Hopping from house to house, frogs are one of the most interesting animals you'll find in a neighborhood. Through the use, of accessible text, readers take an exciting look at the life of these dynamic animals in their backyard. A picture glossary helps beginning readers strengthen their vocabulary skills, and vibrant, full-color photographs show the life cycle of a frog and how, they interact with the world around them.
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If you look close enough, a butterfly can grow up right before your eyes. Through the use, of accessible text, readers take an exciting look at the journey butterflies make. A picture glossary helps beginning readers strengthen their vocabulary skills, and vibrant, full-color photographs show caterpillars grow to adulthood, taking flight to travel around the world.
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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 presented in both English and standard Latin American Spanish, 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...
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There's a lot to do when the weather is nice in summer. This book explores the warm weather that summer brings, including the activities of nature and fun ways to fill a summer day. Through the use of accessible text and simple science content, readers will learn why summer is unique from the other seasons. The strong picture-to-text correlation aids in comprehension. This volume's reading level supports beginning readers.
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What's that fluffy stuff coming from the clouds? It's snow! The first snowfall is always an exciting time. In this book, a colorful illustrated character bundles up to battle the cold weather before shoveling the fresh snow. With easy-to-read text presented in both English and standard Latin American Spanish, early readers will watch snow become a snowman with the help of some hard work and a big hat! The experience of a winter snowstorm is highlighted...
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Many people dream of singing in front of millions of people. In this book, 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. This title published subject to a trademark license with WIGU Publishing, LLC.
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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.
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What happens when dinosaurs take a field trip to the zoo? Matching accessible text with bright cartoon dinosaurs, readers can explore primary concepts while checking out the lions, tigers, and even snakes that call the zoo home! With the help of some dinosaur friends, budding learners will go on a fun zoo adventure that introduces them to many members of the animal kingdom while building their vocabulary.
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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.