Danica Kassebaum – författare

Students will learn how fundraising can make a difference with this Spanish nonfiction book. Perfect for young readers, the book includes a related fiction story, an exciting project, a glossary, useful text features, and engaging sidebars. This 28-page full-color Spanish book describes the process of fundraising for a good cause or charity. It also covers key civics topics such as community and giving back, and includes an extension activity for grade 2. Perfect for the classroom, at-home learning, or homeschool, to explore getting organized, raising money, and individuals making a difference.

Design a flexible protective layer for a space suit. Space suits have come a long way. The look and function of space suits has evolved over time, but their purpose has always been the same--to keep astronauts safe. From the first suits worn during the Mercury missions, to the latest suits being tested by NASA, there have been great improvements. Learn all about the science behind space suits and how they have changed over time. Created in collaboration with the Smithsonian Institution, this Spanish Smithsonian Informational Text builds reading skills while engaging students' curiosity about STEAM topics through real-world examples. Packed with factoids and informative sidebars, it features a hands-on STEAM challenge that is perfect for use in a makerspace and teaches students every step of the engineering design process. Make STEAM career connections with career advice from actual Smithsonian employees working in STEAM fields. Discover engineering innovations that solve real-world problems with content that touches on all aspects of STEAM: Science, Technology, Engineering, the Arts, and Math!

Did you know that swimming pools are used to train astronauts? Athletes use swimming pools to train when they're injured, and doctors use them to help patients feel better. Learn how swimming pools and aquatic therapy help all kinds of people! Created in collaboration with the Smithsonian Institution, this Smithsonian Informational Text builds students' reading skills while engaging their curiosity about STEAM topics through real-world examples. It features a hands-on STEAM challenge that guides students through every step of the engineering design process and is perfect for makerspace activities. It makes STEAM career connections by providing a glimpse into the lives of real-life Smithsonian employees currently working in STEAM fields. Discover engineering innovations that solve real-world problems with this book that touches on all aspects of STEAM: Science, Technology, Engineering, the Arts, and Math!

Design a flexible protective layer for a space suit. Space suits have come a long way. The look and function of space suits has evolved over time, but their purpose has always been the same--to keep astronauts safe. From the first suits worn during the Mercury missions, to the latest suits being tested by NASA, there have been great improvements. Learn all about the science behind space suits and how they have changed over time. Created in collaboration with the Smithsonian Institution, this Smithsonian Informational Text builds reading skills while engaging students' curiosity about STEAM topics through real-world examples. Packed with factoids and informative sidebars, it features a hands-on STEAM challenge that is perfect for use in a makerspace and teaches students every step of the engineering design process. Make STEAM career connections with career advice from actual Smithsonian employees working in STEAM fields. Discover engineering innovations that solve real-world problems with content that touches on all aspects of STEAM: Science, Technology, Engineering, the Arts, and Math!

Cómo hacer bastones de caramelo is a Spanish-language nonfiction how-to title designed for students ages 5 to 9 (grades 1–2). Children learn step-by-step how candy canes are crafted, and explore the process from ingredients to the finished treat through clear photographs and explanatory text. This book supports reading comprehension, vocabulary development, and science thinking as students engage with sequences, cause-and-effect, and procedural text. Ideal for classroom projects, home holiday activities, or STEM-infused reading groups, it builds real-world literacy in an engaging format.Spanish nonfiction how-to book for ages?5–9, grades?1–2Teaches procedural steps and real-world processes of candy cane creationReinforces reading skills with clear sequence, vocabulary, and text-to-image alignmentIdeal for hands-on classroom, holiday theme units, or parent-child reading and activity timeSupports STEM thinking and literacy in one engaging, festive resource

Have you ever wondered what it’s like to film a TV show? Max is a TV star who is eager to show his friends what it’s like on a TV set. Read about a day in the life of a child actor with this fun, illustrated chapter book. This Spanish fiction book supports early fluent readers on their journey to independent reading. Engage students’ natural curiosity about the world with fun and entertaining real-world stories. Perfect for shared or guided reading, this book builds a foundation for a lifelong love of reading. This fiction book is written in Spanish.

Expanding your child’s reading horizons is easy with fiction books from Teacher Created Materials! In “Help! My Spaceship Is Broken” by Danica Kassebaum, third grader Poppy finds a spaceship stranded in Brooklyn, New York. Can Poppy and her friends help get its owner back to Planet Z? Find out more in this sci-fi story your child will love. Includes ‘Book Club’ literacy and comprehension questions. This fiction book is written in Spanish.

How Candy Canes Are Made is a high-interest nonfiction title written in English for students ages 5 to 9 (grade 1). This engaging early reader takes students step-by-step through how candy canes are made—from preparing the sugary mixture to twisting and packaging the finished product. With vivid photos, clear sequencing, and age-appropriate vocabulary, the book helps students practice reading comprehension while building knowledge of informational text features and basic procedural writing. Ideal for guided reading, small group instruction, or independent learning in classrooms or at home.English nonfiction reader for students ages 5–9, grade 1Explains the candy cane–making process through sequential nonfiction textSupports procedural comprehension with vivid visuals and step-by-step structureReinforces informational reading skills including identifying main ideas and sequenceGreat for holiday-themed lessons, guided reading groups, or family literacy time