NCW Libraries

Bold colors, easy-to-read text, and oversized, striking photos introduce young readers to the lion! Readers will learn about the lion's unique body features, diet, hunting methods, social behavior, habitat, ways of communication, and threats to its survival. Also covered is the life of a baby lion, from cub to independence. Maps highlight lion territory, fun facts appear throughout, and the book closes with a full page of kid-friendly lion facts....

Easy-to-read text paired with colorful photos and informative captions introduces readers to an Indian holiday, Diwali. The origin of Diwali is described, including its roots in the Hindu religion and its association with the goddess Lakshmi. Readers are introduced to the holiday's customs, such as cleaning the home, wearing new clothes, giving gifts of sweets, decorating with rangoli, and lighting lamps and fireworks. Also discussed is the holiday's...

Little readers will learn about their noses while strengthening their reading skills. Simple, short sentences alongside fun and colorful photographs that match the text will make this title a favorite.

This title introduces readers to birds, which are popular family pets. They'll learn about what birds like to eat and how to properly care for them, all while strengthening reading skills. Aligned to Common Core Standards and correlated to state standards. Abdo Kids is a division of ABDO.

Christmas is an important Christian holiday that celebrates the birth of Jesus. Readers will learn that people celebrate it by going to Mass, decorating a Christmas tree, giving gifts, and spending time with family and friends. Complete with simple text and colorful photographs. Aligned to Common Core Standards and correlated to state standards.

Kids love reading about and playing baseball! This simple title will introduce young readers to the basic rules of the game and what gear is needed to play. Diagrams of the court or field and photos of both professional and kid athletes make these titles extra fun. Aligned to Common Core Standards and correlated to state standards. Abdo Kids Junior is an imprint of Abdo Kids, a division of ABDO. Written by native Spanish speakers--and immersion...

Little readers can learn about a vehicle they see every day while strengthening reading skill. Complete with colorful and fun photographs that match the text, a picture glossary, and a fun "Parts of an Ambulance" page. Translated by native Spanish speakers-and immersion school educators. Aligned to Common Core Standards and correlated to state standards. Abdo Kids Junior is an imprint of Abdo Kids, a division of ABDO.

This book introduces readers to the unique features of chimpanzees. Basic information is covered, such as anatomy, habitat, life cycle, range, and diet. Table of contents, diagrams, interesting facts, glossary, and index are included. Aligned to Common Core Standards and correlated to state standards.

This title explains what a wolf pack is and what wolves living together in a group do to help one another. For instance, wolves groom each other and work together to hunt large prey. Aligned to Common Core Standards and correlated to state standards. Abdo Kids Junior is an imprint of Abdo Kids, a division of ABDO.

This title explains what a macaw flock is and what macaws living together in a group do to help one another. For instance, macaws sleep together in trees at night to stay safe. Complete with simple text and beautiful and colorful photographs. Aligned to Common Core Standards and correlated to state standards. Translated by native Spanish speakers--and immersion school educators.