Crossing the Ghost Light

For as long as he can remember, Jonah has felt like he was born to be on the stage. He has landed a role in his community theater's production of Oliver, but will his behind-the scenes shenanigans cost him his first big role? Ideal for theater fans, this fiction reader features colorful illustrations, short chapter format, and compelling text to build reading comprehension and fluency. This hi-lo reader is ideal for students who need high-interest, low-readability books.

Seasonal Sisters

Winter, Spring, Summer, and Autumn are four opinionated sisters, each responsible for their season of the year. However, when Mother Nature gives them a challenging task, will they find the beauty and purpose in a different season? This chapter book engages readers through a mix of poetry and prose. The full-color illustrations, short chapter format, and compelling text build reading comprehension and fluency. This hi-lo reader is ideal for students who need high-interest, low-readability books.

The Magical, Mystical Book of Everything

Rosie Popolchek hates working in the family bakery. But after a magical librarian sends her back in time, Rosie learns to appreciate the hard work that went into creating the Popolchek family bakery. Readers will be captivated by this fantasy story that features vibrant illustrations, short chapter format, and compelling text. Especially appealing to reluctant readers who love imaginative stories, this hi-lo book is ideal for students who need high-interest, low-readability books.

Meeting of the Bad Guys

Timothy Michael McCall is shocked when he is sent to detention. Imagine his surprise when he finds the Big Bad Wolf, Goldilocks, Captain Hook, and the Evil Stepsisters are serving detention with him! Students will be captivated by this story told in verse that features vibrant illustrations and a short chapter format that build reading comprehension and fluency. This fiction reader uses a compelling poetry format to capture the attention of 4th grade students who enjoy imaginative stories featuring classic, familiar characters.

The Woodsman's Story

Glinnie loves to hear Granny Dot's imaginative stories. The strange story of Nick Chopper the Tin Woodsman, Nimee Amee, and the menacing Witch of the East seem very familiar. Who exactly is the little girl from Kansas who wears silver slippers--and why does Granny Dot have such a twinkle in her eye? Glinnie can't wait to find out! Readers will be captivated by this new spin on a traditional tale that features vibrant illustrations, short chapter format, and compelling text.

Beautiful Beast

Bella and her family live on a sprawling ranch outside of town, along the Los Angeles River. But when tragedy strikes, she closes her heart to all the good in the world. A traveling magician thinks this makes her beastly and casts a spell that transforms her into a beast. What will it take to break the spell? Readers will be enchanted by this imaginative retelling of a classic fairy tale featuring diverse characters, a historical setting, and vibrant illustrations.

After the Ball

Ella dreams of a new life away from her mean step-sisters and wicked step-mother. A new life filled with the things that a girl needs, like friends who care about her, a job she loves, and clothes with big, roomy pockets. After attending the Prince's ball, a leftover glass slipper becomes the key to making her dreams come true. Readers will be enchanted by this modern spin on the classic fairy tale, Cinderella.

Gregory Greene Wants a Blue Guitar

In this modern, imaginative spin on the classic folk tale The Straw Millionaire, a boy starts with a rock and tries to trade his way up to a new guitar. Along the way, he'll meet a fun cast of characters who help him get a little closer to his dream. This hi-lo reader is ideal for students who need high-interest, low-readability books. The vibrant illustrations, short chapter format, and compelling text build students' reading comprehension and fluency.

Manny's Mission

Mannyloves the manatees at Blue Spring State Park and is on a mission to support their survival. With help from his grandma and some clever fundraising ideas, will he be successful in his attempt to become a guardian of his favorite manatee? Students will be inspired by this heartwarming, realistic fiction story that features diverse characters, vibrant illustrations, and compelling text to keep students engaged in reading. This hi-lo reader is ideal for students who need high-interest, low-readability books.

The Legacy of Rashmi Bazaar

Rashmi is tired of helping her parents in their shop. She wants to have fun like her friends. But as she learns about her parents' struggles in the United States and sees how their shop helps customers, Rashmi realizes she might be lucky after all. Students will be inspired by this heartwarming, realistic fiction story that features diverse characters, vibrant illustrations, and compelling text to keep students engaged in reading. This hi-lo reader is ideal for students who need high-interest, low-readability books.

The Day the Towers Fell

Sari doesn't like standing out as the only Muslim student in her class, especially when kids like Andrew ask difficult questions. Then, a trip back in time takes them both to September 11, 2001. A tragic day in U.S. history helps them see their world in a whole new way. This graphic novel introduces the events of 9/11 to 4th grade students while exploring important social issues. This hi-lo book is ideal for students who need high-interest, low-readability books.

Secrets of a Time Jumper

In this graphic novel, Kim time travels to the past to experience important events in history. First, she travels to Bletchley Park and meets Alan Turing during World War II. Then, she travels to Los Alamos and meets Robert Oppenheimer. As Kim learns about the Enigma Machine and the atomic bomb, she gets tangled up in the top-secret events that changed the world forever. This exciting graphic novel engages students in learning about important historical events while building literacy skills.

Ride Across Time

In this graphic novel, Jacob must give a presentation on heroes of the American Revolution. But he's not interested in studying well-known grown-ups. When a mysterious Book Nook transports him back to 1777, Jacob meets 16-year-old Sybil Ludington. What will he learn about kids' roles in history? This exciting graphic novel engages students in learning about important historical people and events while building literacy skills.

World War I

World War I was one of the most devastating wars in human history. Millions of people were killed or wounded during the four-year conflict. This is the story of the so?called Forgotten War." Breathe life into the pages of history with this primary source reader that focuses on the history of WWI.

• Build content knowledge across multiple social studies disciplines
• Text features include a Reader's Guide, side bars, table of contents, glossary, and index to increase comprehension and academic vocabulary
• Your Turn! activity extends learning and challenges students to use higher-order thinking skills
• Leveled text accommodates below-level, above-level, and English language learners
• Aligns to state standards and readies students for college and career

Cattle Trails and Cowboys

When the Civil War broke out, the South formed a new nation based on its social interests. After the war, however, people in the South began to form their own identities. For many people, this new identity centered on the rise of the cattle industry and the growing legend of the Texas cowboy. Breathe life into the pages of history with this primary source reader that focuses on the history of cattle trails and cowboys.

• Build content knowledge across multiple social studies disciplines
• Text features include a Reader's Guide, side bars, table of contents, glossary, and index to increase comprehension and academic vocabulary
• Your Turn! activity extends learning and challenges students to use higher-order thinking skills
• Leveled text accommodates below-level, above-level, and English language learners
• Aligns to state standards and readies students for college and career

Financial Literacy: Saving

It feels good to have money--and to spend it. However, saving the money you earn feels good too. Learn how to make your money go further and develop great habits now, all through the simple act of saving. This primary source reader focuses on financial literacy and savings.

• Build content knowledge across multiple social studies disciplines
• Text features include a Reader's Guide, side bars, table of contents, glossary, and index to increase comprehension and academic vocabulary
• Your Turn! activity extends learning and challenges students to use higher-order thinking skills
• Leveled text accommodates below-level, above-level, and English language learners
• Aligns to state standards and readies students for college and career

9/11: A Survivor's Story

Learn about 9/11 through a firsthand survivor's account of this tragic day from U.S. history. Breathe life into the pages of history with this primary source reader that focuses on 9/11.

• Build content knowledge across multiple social studies disciplines
• Text features include a Reader's Guide, side bars, table of contents, glossary, and index to increase comprehension and academic vocabulary
• Your Turn! activity extends learning and challenges students to use higher-order thinking skills
• Leveled text accommodates below-level, above-level, and English language learners
• Aligns to state standards and readies students for college and career

21st Century Citizen

To be a citizen anywhere today is really to be a citizen of the world. The rights and responsibilities of world citizenship are like those of other types of citizenship, simply on a larger scale. This primary source reader focuses on what it means to be a 21st century citizen.

• Build content knowledge across multiple social studies disciplines
• Text features include a Reader's Guide, side bars, table of contents, glossary, and index to increase comprehension and academic vocabulary
• Your Turn! activity extends learning and challenges students to use higher-order thinking skills
• Leveled text accommodates below-level, above-level, and English language learners
• Aligns to state standards and readies students for college and career

The United States Economy

The United States has one of the largest economies in the world. Learn about this complex system and how you are part of the US economy. This social studies reader uses primary sources to provide deeper, meaningful insights into this complex topic.

• Build content knowledge across multiple social studies disciplines
• Text features include a Reader's Guide, side bars, table of contents, glossary, and index to increase comprehension and academic vocabulary
• Your Turn! activity extends learning and challenges students to use higher-order thinking skills
• Leveled text accommodates below-level, above-level, and English language learners
• Aligns to state standards and readies students for college and career

Industrializing the United States

At the turn of the 20th century, booming industrial activity and new technologies reshaped the United States. At the same time, people faced harsh working conditions. They had to fight for their rights to fair pay and safe working environments. Breathe life into the pages of history with this primary source reader that focuses on the second Industrial Revolution in the United States.

• Build content knowledge across multiple social studies disciplines
• Text features include a Reader's Guide, side bars, table of contents, glossary, and index to increase comprehension and academic vocabulary
• Your Turn! activity extends learning and challenges students to use higher-order thinking skills
• Leveled text accommodates below-level, above-level, and English language learners
• Aligns to state standards and readies students for college and career

Harlem Renaissance

In the early 1900s, a new era dawned for African Americans. An explosion of art, literature, and music swept the nation. In Harlem, New York, it was especially evident. This cultural renaissance caught the attention of the country and the world. Breathe life into the pages of history with this primary source reader that focuses on the Harlem Renaissance.

• Build content knowledge across multiple social studies disciplines
• Text features include a Reader's Guide, side bars, table of contents, glossary, and index to increase comprehension and academic vocabulary
• Your Turn! activity extends learning and challenges students to use higher-order thinking skills
• Leveled text accommodates below-level, above-level, and English language learners
• Aligns to state standards and readies students for college and career