Autor: Jeff Barger

Can a garden be inside? Learn how to build your own tiny garden in a glass container. This Makerspace title supports NGSS From Molecules to Organisms. …

Start your engines using a cereal box and other household items. In this Makerspace title, learn how to make cars and trucks from common items around the house. Includes photo glossary and websites. …

In Simple Machines: Lever, young learners in grades 1-3 will explore how levers give us the lift we need. From scissors to wheelbarrows, this 24-page title uses real-world examples of simple machine …

In Simple Machines: Wheel and Axle, young learners in grades 1-3 will explore why the wheel and axle might just be the MVP of simple machines. This 24-page title uses real-world examples of simple ma …

In Simple Machines: Pulley, young learners in grades 1-3 will explore what a pulley system is and why it is so useful. This 24-page title uses real-world examples of simple machine mechanisms and exp …

In Simple Machines: Inclined Plane, young learners in grades 1-3 will explore what an inclined plane is and how it is useful. This 24-page title uses real-world examples of simple machine mechanisms …

In Simple Machines: Wedge, young learners in grades 1-3 will explore what a wedge is and how it is useful. This 24-page title uses real-world examples of simple machine mechanisms and explains how th …

In Simple Machines: Screw, young learners in grades 1-3 will explore what a screw is and how it is useful. This 24-page title uses real-world examples of simple machine mechanisms and explains how th …

We’re taking field trips to new heights with a hot air balloon ride to explore Atlanta, Georgia. Join the class and drop into this exciting US city to learn about its history, architecture, sports te …

We’re taking field trips to new heights with a hot air balloon ride to explore Washington, DC. Join the class and drop into this exciting US city to learn about its history, architecture, sports team …

Go-Karts bring the rush of racing to all ages. What makes it fun? What makes it turn? Learn the answers to these questions and more as you explore this marvelous machine. This title supports NGSS sta …

Teachers. Protectors. Returners of lost pets. Police officers do all of this and more! Find out how these helpers make your community a better place. Through vivid photos and examples, readers in kin …

Who uses special tools and gear, fights smoke and flames, and helps people in emergencies? A firefighter! Find out how these helpers make your community a better place. Through vivid photos and examp …

Who can examine a patient, prescribe medicine, and help you feel better when you are sick? A doctor! Find out how these helpers make your community a better place. Through vivid photos and examples, …

Who gets classrooms ready, helps students learn, and makes kids feel safe and welcome, all in one day? Teachers! Find out how these helpers make your community a better place. Through vivid photos an …

Who stocks shelves with food, helps customers find what they need, and hands out tasty samples? A grocer! Find out how these helpers make your community a better place. Through vivid photos and examp …

Plan, saw, hammer, frame! Builders construct the buildings that shelter us and keep us safe: houses, schools, hospitals, and more. Find out how these helpers make your community a better place. Throu …

Who listens to your pet’s heart, takes X-rays, and cares for animals large and small? A veterinarian! Find out how these helpers make your community a better place. Through vivid photos and examples, …

They sort, load, drive, and walk. They deliver letters and packages right to your home. They are mail carriers! Find out how these helpers make your community a better place. Through vivid photos and …

GRADES K–2: This Spanish title introduces early elementary students to some of the ways police officers help our communities. EARLY BILINGUAL LITERACY: Help young learners strengthen their bilingual …

GRADES K–2: This Spanish title introduces early elementary students to some of the ways firefighters help our communities. EARLY BILINGUAL LITERACY: Help young learners strengthen their bilingual ski …

GRADES K–2: This Spanish title introduces early elementary students to some of the ways doctors help our communities. EARLY BILINGUAL LITERACY: Help young learners strengthen their bilingual skills—a …

GRADES K–2: This Spanish title introduces early elementary students to some of the ways teachers help our communities. EARLY BILINGUAL LITERACY: Help young learners strengthen their bilingual skills— …

GRADES K–2: This Spanish title introduces early elementary students to some of the ways builders help our communities. EARLY BILINGUAL LITERACY: Help young learners strengthen their bilingual skills— …

GRADES K–2: This Spanish title introduces early elementary students to some of the ways mail carriers help our communities. EARLY BILINGUAL LITERACY: Help young learners strengthen their bilingual sk …

In Simple Machines: Lever, young learners in grades 1-3 will explore how levers give us the lift we need. From scissors to wheelbarrows, this 24-page title uses real-world examples of simple machine …

In Simple Machines: Inclined Plane, young learners in grades 1-3 will explore what an inclined plane is and how it is useful. This 24-page title uses real-world examples of simple machine mechanisms …

Teachers. Protectors. Returners of lost pets. Police officers do all of this and more! Find out how these helpers make your community a better place. Through vivid photos and examples, readers in kin …

GRADES K–2: This Spanish title introduces early elementary students to some of the ways doctors help our communities. EARLY BILINGUAL LITERACY: Help young learners strengthen their bilingual skills—a …

GRADES K–2: This Spanish title introduces early elementary students to some of the ways teachers help our communities. EARLY BILINGUAL LITERACY: Help young learners strengthen their bilingual skills— …

GRADES K–2: This Spanish title introduces early elementary students to some of the ways builders help our communities. EARLY BILINGUAL LITERACY: Help young learners strengthen their bilingual skills— …

GRADES K–2: This Spanish title introduces early elementary students to some of the ways mail carriers help our communities. EARLY BILINGUAL LITERACY: Help young learners strengthen their bilingual sk …

Who gets classrooms ready, helps students learn, and makes kids feel safe and welcome, all in one day? Teachers! Find out how these helpers make your community a better place. Through vivid photos an …

Can a garden be inside? Learn how to build your own tiny garden in a glass container. This Makerspace title supports NGSS From Molecules to Organisms. …

Start your engines using a cereal box and other household items. In this Makerspace title, learn how to make cars and trucks from common items around the house. Includes photo glossary and websites. …

In Simple Machines: Wheel and Axle, young learners in grades 1-3 will explore why the wheel and axle might just be the MVP of simple machines. This 24-page title uses real-world examples of simple ma …

In Simple Machines: Wedge, young learners in grades 1-3 will explore what a wedge is and how it is useful. This 24-page title uses real-world examples of simple machine mechanisms and explains how th …

In Simple Machines: Screw, young learners in grades 1-3 will explore what a screw is and how it is useful. This 24-page title uses real-world examples of simple machine mechanisms and explains how th …

Who uses special tools and gear, fights smoke and flames, and helps people in emergencies? A firefighter! Find out how these helpers make your community a better place. Through vivid photos and examp …

Who can examine a patient, prescribe medicine, and help you feel better when you are sick? A doctor! Find out how these helpers make your community a better place. Through vivid photos and examples, …

Who stocks shelves with food, helps customers find what they need, and hands out tasty samples? A grocer! Find out how these helpers make your community a better place. Through vivid photos and examp …

Plan, saw, hammer, frame! Builders construct the buildings that shelter us and keep us safe: houses, schools, hospitals, and more. Find out how these helpers make your community a better place. Throu …

Who listens to your pet’s heart, takes X-rays, and cares for animals large and small? A veterinarian! Find out how these helpers make your community a better place. Through vivid photos and examples, …

They sort, load, drive, and walk. They deliver letters and packages right to your home. They are mail carriers! Find out how these helpers make your community a better place. Through vivid photos and …

GRADES K–2: This Spanish title introduces early elementary students to some of the ways police officers help our communities. EARLY BILINGUAL LITERACY: Help young learners strengthen their bilingual …

GRADES K–2: This Spanish title introduces early elementary students to some of the ways firefighters help our communities. EARLY BILINGUAL LITERACY: Help young learners strengthen their bilingual ski …

In Simple Machines: Pulley, young learners in grades 1-3 will explore what a pulley system is and why it is so useful. This 24-page title uses real-world examples of simple machine mechanisms and exp …