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Yoga has both a mental and physical component, and, for some, even a spiritual one! Yoga poses throughout the school day are becoming more common from daycare to pre-K and into elementary school--and this book is great place to start for those looking to learn even more! With approachable suggestions on getting started, full-color photographs to aid understanding, as well as ways yoga can be used to calm the body and mind, this title is vital for classrooms and individuals alike.

Self-care is different for everyone! Some kids might like to curl up with a book when they feel overwhelmed. Others might prefer to run it out on the soccer field! These practices help kids regulate their emotions, cope with tough situations, and calm down. Whether healthy self-care means to the readers of this book, they are encouraged to engage in it for their long-term mental health. Approachable text and examples show those new to the idea how to get started.

Mindfulness is the practice of being aware of the present moment, including all the things you feel, both physically and emotionally. It can be a great tool to use to calm rushing thoughts or feelings, or simply to take time to center oneself away from screens, school, or other potentially stressful situations. In this book, readers learn how to begin using mindfulness in their lives. Relatable, full-color photographs and approachable text make the practice seem less daunting and more doable.

The idea of time can be a difficult concept to grasp. But, as kids get older, they need to know more and more how to get to class or practice on time. They want to know how to properly count down to the summer season or favorite holidays. Mo, a cute, blue monster, is here to help! From explanations of how days are divided to the relationship between time and speed, this volume breaks down time in an understandable way, engaging readers through questions along the way.

What are the features that make winter, winter? What about summer? Depending on where you live, the seasons can be very distinct and the differences between them are often discussed with the earliest readers. In this book, readers meet a cute, blue monster named Mo and investigate all the main features of the season--plus more science content! From the position of the sun to the water cycle, important curriculum concepts are interspersed in an illustrated story about Mo and friends having fun all year long.

Growing plants is a joy for kids as they see their hard work of caring for a seedling turn into something more: a flower, a tree, or perhaps an ear of corn! But what is the right way to water a plant? Why do plants need light? And what is the difference between evergreen and deciduous trees? Mo, a cute, blue monster, helps readers answer these very questions and more in this engaging book! Important science concepts like photosynthesis, plant parts, and pollination are covered in accessible main text, accompanied by short activities and questions throughout.

Understanding life cycles is essential to understanding nature and the world around us. From kittens and cats to caterpillars and butterflies, life cycles are endlessly interesting to young readers. In this volume, they gain important insight into different life cycles--accompanied by a cute, blue monster named Mo! With questions and short activities throughout, the main text engages readers by directly addressing them and inviting them to explore the world with Mo. Accessible language and thorough explanations of important science concepts support science-classroom learning and encourage comprehension.

Imagine learning about the human body by observing the different systems--circulatory, respiratory, skeletal, muscular, and more--right next to a cute, blue monster named Mo. Readers of this book will do just that! They, and Mo, investigate how the body works through examples of athletes throwing a shot put, hearing the starting beep of a swimming event, and mid-judo throw, among other examples. Short activities and questions keep readers engaged as they encounter important science curriculum content.

Get ready to travel through the world's habitats with a monster and its friends! In this adorable volume, readers meet Mo, a blue monster who wants to see all kinds of nature. Mo's friends explain what life is like living in their home habitats, including the Arctic, a savanna, a rainforest, a coral reef, and more. Important science curriculum ideas, such as food chains and microhabitats, are explored in the main text, accompanied by colorful, helpful illustrations. Short activities and questions throughout keep readers engaged.

Parasites are a nasty part of a healthy ecosystem, thriving off the nutrients of their hosts while their host is hurt in exchange. While they aren't beneficial to the host, understanding where parasites come from and how they infect the body is important for young readers. Through the vivid photographs complemented by comments from illustrated teaching companions, young readers get an introduction to not just where these nasty creatures come from, but how readers can avoid infection. Young scientists will read along with the fun illustrated characters who encourage a better understanding of what a parasite is.

Fungus is an important part of the breakdown of decaying material, but what happens when that fungus infects a healthy human body? While some infections may look bacterial or viral, young readers will be surprised to learn that they can actually be from fungus. Fungal infections are common, leading to conditions like athlete's foot and ringworm. Understanding how these fungi are spread can help young readers learn how to remain fungi-free. With photographs of fungi in action and fun illustrations to keep the topic light, this book keeps young readers interested in the science of fungal infections.

Bacteria are unicellular organisms found in nearly every corner of the globe. Some can be found in the most extreme places where no human could ever survive while others are vital for keeping the human body working. Unfortunately, even good bacteria can make a person sick. Through these colorful illustrations and fun narrative, young readers will learn about bacteria and how different kinds affect different creatures. The inviting, conversational tone keeps readers interested in the fascinating and complex inner workings of bacterial infections.

The heart is a vital organ in the human body. Diagrams and full-color photographs and illustrations, paired with accessible and informative text, showcase how the heart works and what its job is in the human body.

Many people think of the stomach as being the same thing as the abdomen or belly, but the abdomen is part of a bigger framework known as the digestive system. It includes the stomach and other organs, such as the intestines, liver, and gallbladder. With the help of this innovative volume, readers will learn about the stomach and its functions within the digestive system. Colorful diagrams support the fact-filled narrative and encourage readers to keep their stomachs and digestive systems healthy.

Many people only know the basics about the bladder, like that it holds urine, but there's much more to learn about this extraordinary organ. For example, when empty it's only about the size of a plum, but when full it can enlarge to the size of a grapefruit. Readers of this innovative volume follow along as a friendly "body builder" shows them how the different processes and parts involved with the bladder work. Simple diagrams reinforce the understanding of key concepts. Age-appropriate text supports central aspects of the elementary science curriculum.

Children learn about color at a very young age, but there is a lot more to red, yellow, and blue than meets the eye. This simple, engaging book introduces readers to basic forms and properties of color, including kinds of colors, how color changes, and what those changes might mean. Fast facts and a hands-on activity reinforce the new ideas, while colorful images compel attention and underscore concepts. This book supports Next Generation Science Standards, correlating directly with the NGSS Grade 2 standard to classify different kinds of materials by their observable properties.

Children will follow Henry as he deals with his feelings of anger and his bad habit of hitting through various situations involving friends and family. His big brother Ben cheats at hide-and-seek. A group of children playing in the park leave him out of their game. His father asks him to behave while they shop. Readers are given a description of the situation, three choices, the action chosen by the character, and consequences of that choice. The interactive question-and-answer approach engages the reader in real-life situations while the charming, colorful illustrations keep the tone of the book whimsical and playful.

A sneeze that travels 100 mile per hour? A person makes over four cups of spit in a day? Can it really be true? Readers find out as they learn about the weird and wonderful human body.

Once an employee of Alfa Romeo, Enzo Ferrari left the company in 1939 determined to create a superior automobile. Ferrari's own company, Auto Avio Costruzioni, opened in Modena, Italy the same year. In 1947, he took the V12, now known as the 125 S, out for its first test drive. Since that time, Ferraris have received numerous accolades for design and performance as both race cars and luxury automobiles. In this book, readers will take a front seat journey through Ferrari's unique history.

What has 4 teeth, spines all over its body, and is one of the most poisonous animals in the world? The puffer fish! Avid and reluctant readers alike will quickly devour the fascinating facts about the habitat, life cycle, evolution, and more of this strange family of fish. Each spread is filled with lively, full-color photography of this diverse family of bizarre fish. Fact boxes add to the exciting experience by providing quick, strange tidbits. For instance, puffer fish defend themselves by filling up like a water balloon. Marine biology does not get any weirder than this!

Off the southern and western coasts of Australia lives a fish with transparent fins shaped like seaweed, undulating slowly in the water, mimicking its plant surroundings to survive. This incredible example of evolution is an endangered species, a sad reality but a great opportunity to learn about ocean life. This book highlights the incredible physical attributes of the leafy sea dragon through astonishing full-color photographs and includes fascinating facts on every page to entice readers of all ages into absorbing essential facts of marine biology.

Fangtooth fish never shut their mouths! That's right--their fangs are just too long. This underwater monstrosity is like something out of a horror movie, as the incredible images in this book show. Many more weird facts can be found in this freaky fish book, in which the bizarre fangtooth fish's habitat, anatomy, food, and more are explained through accessible text and vivid up-close photographs. Fact boxes provide more memorable information on each spread, creating a lively, engaging reading experience that is a perfect complement to any study of marine life.

It may be electrifying, but it's not lightning--it's an electric eel! Filled with up-close and full-color photographs, readers of this book will get familiar with a truly freaky fish. Even those who don't love science class will find electric eels' air-breathing and unusual breeding behavior (spit is involved!) fascinating. Learning about the electric eel is an engaging introduction to ecosystems, habitats, biology, and so much more crucial curricular content. Fact boxes throughout the carefully crafted text point out bizarre tidbits sure to make any reader think twice before swimming in the Amazon and Orinoco river basins of South America.

Rice is an essential crop. It is a staple of many diets and cuisines. But there's more to rice than being served in a bowl. Young readers can learn about how rice is grown, different ways it's used, and why it's such an important crop! Full-color photos and easy-to-read text help readers understand the basic concepts of agriculture.

An apple a day keeps the doctor away." More than just a snack, apples are used for many familiar foodstuffs. Through simple text and vivid photos, young readers will learn all about apples and the importance they have as a crop. A Words to Know section helps readers learn new vocabulary, while Further Reading encourages deeper learning.

Wheat is an essential crop. It is used to make everything from bread to cereal. Through easy-to-read text, young readers will learn about wheat and many of its uses. Full-color photos will help young readers understand the concepts of crops and their uses. A Words to Know section helps readers learn new vocabulary, while Further Reading encourages deeper learning.

Corn is an essential crop. It is a staple of many diets and cuisines. But there's more to corn than when it's on the cob. Young readers can learn about ears of corn, different ways corn is used, and why it's such an important crop! Full-color photos and easy-to-read text help readers understand the basic concepts of agriculture. A Words to Know section helps readers learn new vocabulary, while Further Reading encourages deeper learning.

Many people know that chameleons have the ability to change colors, but not everyone knows exactly how they do it. Your readers will discover the secret behind the chameleon's colorful alterations. They'll also learn many more interesting facts about these incredible lizards. Colorful photographs give readers an up-close look at these fascinating creatures while fact boxes relay interesting tidbits. Manageable and informative text supports key science curricula and encourages both curious and developing readers to become engrossed in the topic.

Red, white, and blue are the colors of our flag that waves over the many activities on the Fourth of July . Perfect for guided and independent reading.

Every good cowboy western features a cameo by one of the most famous vipers, the diamondback rattlesnake. Known for the distinctive, advanced warning system on its tail, these deadly hunters are one of the most evolved species of snake around the world. Of the different kinds of this hunter found only in North America, the diamondback gets its name from the diamond-shaped pattern running across its body. Featuring brilliant photographs of this beautiful snake in its natural habitat, young readers will take a tour of what makes this snake so advanced among other snakes.