Rebecca Sabelko – författare

The enormous ankylosaurus looked intimidating. But this dinosaur ate only plants! Tough armor protected the ankylosaurus from bites. When attacked, it swung its club tail to knock out foes! This engaging book introduces the world of the ankylosaurus, including how it survived, what it ate, and how it went extinct. Special features include maps, a pronunciation guide, a diet graphic, and a two-page profile of this mighty dinosaur!

Each type of tree has unique leaves with a beauty all their own. Why not show them off? This engaging title introduces eight leaf-based crafts for kids, ranging from a short and sweet leaf hedgehog to an intricate leaf wall hanging. Informative text introduces each step-by-step craft, and features such as supply lists, craft tips, and nature safety rules offer additional information.

Sand isn’t just for making castles! This title offers eight fun sand-based projects for kids. Readers will learn to make sand slime, sand jewelry, and more! Informative introductions set the stage for each craft, and step-by-step instructions and colorful photos guiding readers along the way. Supply lists, craft tips, and nature safety rules offer even more to this nature-filled book.

From the Outback in the west to the Great Barrier Reef in the east, Australia has much to offer residents and visitors alike! In this title, young readers will explore the geography, population, and culture of this massive country. Special features highlight Australia’s landscape, wildlife, greetings, foods, and more to provide an informative introduction to the land down under!

Bonjour! Welcome to France! In this title, readers will be introduced to the landscape, wildlife, demographics, and culture of France. Leveled text and vivid photographs will guide readers through every spread, while maps, profiles, and more will further enhance their learning experience!

Did you know that the first civilization began in Iraq? Readers will learn this and many more exciting facts in this book about Iraq! Leveled text and vibrant photos will introduce readers to the landscape, wildlife, residents, and culture of this country. Special features such as profiles, maps, and a full-spread summary of the country will help readers discover even more about Iraq!

Italy stands out as a boot-shaped country, but there is much more to Italy than meets the eye! Through leveled text and vibrant images, readers of this title will be introduced to the different parts of this European nation, including its geography, people, culture, and more. Additional special features map Italy’s location, highlight native animals, show off greetings, and more!

Made up of over 6,000 islands, Japan is full of exciting attractions for visitors and residents alike! In this book, young readers are introduced to Japan and its landscape, wildlife, population, foods, sports, holidays, and more. Alongside leveled text and vibrant images, maps, profiles, and other special features provide even more detail about this beautiful country.

Russia is known for its rugged landscape and frigid climate. So bundle up before diving into this exciting introduction to the largest country in the world! In this book, emergent readers will explore Russia through leveled text, colorful photography, and engaging features that highlight the landscape, wildlife, language, foods, and demographics of this vast nation!

Located on the Nile River, the area that is now Cairo has been home to people for millennia. This fun title uses narrative text and vibrant illustrations to take readers from the creation of the pyramids to the city as it is today. Features set goals for readers and encourage them to engage with the text in new ways. Beginning readers will love this journey through the history of one of Africa’s largest cities!

From a small Potawatomi village to the third-largest city in the United States, Chicago has grown a lot in 400 years! Readers can witness events in the city’s history, from the World’s Fair to the Great Chicago Fire, through narrative text and colorful illustrations with this low-level title. A map and timeline help clarify the information, while special features help young students engage with the text. Get ready to be blown away by the Windy City in this beginning read!

Paris grew from a fishing village on an island to become a city known for art, fashion, and education. In this beginning title, curious readers can follow the city’s transformation with narrative text and colorful illustrations. Mission goals prepare readers for what’s ahead, while the Beyond the Mission feature encourages readers to connect with the text. The City of Lights awaits in this luminous title!

Singapore has been ruled by many different empires during its history! Beginning readers can learn how the city-state changed over the years through narrative text and vibrant illustrations in this fact-filled title. Special features help readers engage with the text, while a map and timeline reinforce information and add context. Young students will love their trip to spectacular Singapore with this title!