Favorite Toys – serie

From G.I. Joe and Stretch Armstrong to comic book heroes and Star Wars characters, there is an action figure for everyone! In this exciting hi/lo title, readers are introduced to the history behind this favorite toy through bright, colorful images and engaging text. Meanwhile, special features show readers where the toy came from, key events in its history, different variations of action figures, and a fun action-figure related event!

Barbies are an iconic toy for kids and adults alike. But how did these dolls become so popular? In this hi/lo title, readers will learn the decades-in-the-making history of these top-selling dolls through vibrant images and engaging text. Special features throughout the text show where Barbie dolls were created, highlight events in Barbie doll history, showcase different types of Barbie dolls, and feature an important Barbie-related event!

From the 1800s to today, bicycles have changed a lot! But they continue to be a popular toy and form of transportation around the world. With bright images and engaging text, this book will engage reluctant readers as they learn about the history and popularity of bicycles. Special features such as a map, timeline, and profile will further draw in readers to learn about this classic toy.

For years, kids and adults alike have built incredible things with LEGO bricks. But what’s the story behind this popular toy? In this title, readers will explore the history and growth of these beloved bricks with engaging text and photos. Special features such as a map, timeline, profile, and a variation infographic will further help readers learn and appreciate the story behind LEGO bricks.

Nerf blaster battles have been a favorite toy among children and adults for decades. In this hi/lo title, vibrant images and leveled text tell the story of Nerf blasters and how they rose to popularity. Special features highlight key events in the history of Nerf blasters, show the origin of the toy, present a visual comparison of different kinds of Nerf blasters, and showcase a profile of a fun Nerf blaster event.

From chess to Monopoly, board games offer something fun for everyone! This title introduces readers to the history of board games and how they continue to be enjoyed today. Leveled text and vibrant images guide readers through each spread, and fun facts and special features throughout the book inform readers in a fun, exciting way.

Vroom! Vroom! Look at those toy cars zoom by! From Matchbox to Hot Wheels, this title introduces readers to the rich history of toy cars and how they continue to be popular today. Leveled text and vibrant images guide readers through each spread, while fun facts, a timeline, a map, and event profile deepen their understanding of this classic toy.

With a remote control car, the world becomes a racetrack! This book dives into the history, car types, and events involved in this popular hobby. Exciting photos of cars in action support the text and keep readers hooked on every page. Special features highlight remote control car origins, show off car types, and more. Leveled text, features, and fun facts work together to deepen readers’ knowledge of remote control cars and how they run!

From the beginning, video games have hooked kids and adults alike! This high-interest title shares many types of video games and the technology developed to play them. Fun facts and vibrant photos pop off the page, supporting the book’s leveled text. A timeline and other special features highlight the evolution of video games from the first computer to arcades to the beloved games and events of today!