Doug Bradley – författare

After defining magnets and magnetic force, this narrative presents fascinating ways that magnets are used. Readers are asked to think of other magnets not already listed.

Needs and Wants is aligned to the Common Core State Standards for English/Language Arts, addressing Literacy.RI.K.8 and Literacy.L.K.5. The concept of want versus need is explained through items that fall into either "fun" or "necessary" categories in this straightforward book. An inviting swimming pool and the fun it brings is set against a safe and secure home. Large delicious milkshakes are set against healthy drinking water. A graphic organizer in the back of the book places each item discussed into either wants or needs for the reader. This book should be paired with “Things I Need, Things I Want” (9781448887286) from the Rosen Common Core Readers Program to provide the alternative point of view on the same topic.

Writers are creative people who use their ideas and imagination to shape stories and films. Some writers create long fantasy novels, while others write articles in the newspaper. They also use their knowledge and research to inform people about a specific topic or finding. Readers will learn how writers do their jobs and how they decide what to write. They will also learn how writers make a difference through their creativity. Lively pictures and accessible text will inspire readers to practice their writing—and get lost in a book.