Children's Books About Determination
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This book set encourages children to try new things, embrace change and overcome obstacles! Four titles include: Covered in Adventures, I'm NOT a Mouse, The Rollercoaster Ride, and A New School For Charlie. Each books has 32 pages..Focuses on friendship, compromise acceptance, and respect.These books help young children come to terms with new situations with positive story lines.Anxious situations can be overwhelming for little ones, these stories help to deal with their emotions.Meeting challenges and learning how to cope with them is an important growth tool.4 Books, 32 pages each
When children are frustrated, and can't seem to get it right, they need encouragement--and sometimes a push to get them going in the right direction. This book set does just that with each story sending a positive message. Independent thought and positive messaging. 4 Titles include: Harold Finds a Voice, The Great Googly Moogly, Choices, and King Leonard's Teddy. 32 Pages each.Set Focuses is on responsibility, patience, perseverance, determination, positive attitude, sharing and caring.4 Book set about making good decisions.Independent thought and positive messaging.Each book contains 32 pages
When things don't go as planned, do you throw in the towel and call it quits, or do you give it another try? Part of the Driven to Succeed book series, the nonfiction book Scientists & Inventors Who Never Gave Up tells the stories of exceptional scientists and inventors who overcame challenges to discover or invent something that changed the world. This children's book features after-reading activities, post-reading questions, and glossary words defined on the pages they appear to reinforce vocabulary and reading comprehension skills. Featuring vibrant photographs and fact-filled pages, this motivational book explains how scientists and inventors persevered through failure, sometimes repeatedly, to accomplish their goals and achieve successāand you can do it, too!.High-interest text for striving readers is filled with facts and photos.For ages 9-15..ISBN: 9781731657695.Glossary words defined on the pages where they appear.Includes after-reading questions and an activity.Scientists & Inventors Who Never Gave Up shares the inspiring stories of scientists and inventors who overcame failures to achieve groundbreaking successes, featuring vibrant photos, fact-filled pages, after-reading activities, and vocabulary-boosting glossary words to motivate young readers and reinforce comprehension.
Does failing at something mean it's time to throw in the towel and give up? Part of the Driven to Succeed nonfiction book series, Artists & Entertainers Who Never Gave Up takes a look at the lives of some of the most famous and well-loved creators and entertainers who had to overcome challenges and obstacles to achieve their success. This children's book features after-reading activities, post-reading questions, and glossary words defined on the pages they appear to reinforce vocabulary and reading comprehension skills. Featuring vibrant photographs and fact-filled pages, this motivational book tells the stories of creative giants like Peanuts cartoonist Charles Schulz, Grammy Award-winning singer BeyoncƩ, writer Stephen King, and others who turned obstacles into opportunities..High-interest text for striving readers is filled with facts and photos.For ages 9-15..ISBN: 9781731657718.Glossary words defined on the pages where they appear.Includes after-reading questions and an activity.Artists & Entertainers Who Never Gave Up highlights the inspiring stories of famous creators and entertainers who overcame challenges to achieve success, encouraging young readers to persevere through obstacles.
Oscar de la Renta loved art. He wanted to be a famous fashion designer, but it was a very competitive field where the most successful designers were French or Italian, unlike him. Learn about the fashion designer from the Dominican Republic who turned his dreams into a reality as you dive into Oscar de la Renta's biographyāpart of the Leaders Like Us children's book series. Post-reading questions, an extension activity, and time line are included to engage readers while reinforcing reading comprehension skills. Featuring vibrant illustrations, this nonfiction book introduces readers to Oscar de la Renta, a fashion designer from the Dominican Republic who built a fashion empire and proved that you can accomplish your dreams no matter how big they may seem!.Engaging biography that tells the inspiring life story of a Latinx American leader.For ages 6-10..ISBN: 9781731657725.Vivid illustrations.Includes a time line, after-reading questions, and an activity to encourage further learning.Oscar de la Renta tells the inspiring story of the Dominican Republic-born fashion designer who overcame obstacles in a competitive field to build a successful fashion empire, proving that dreams can be achieved with determination.
These rocks can really roll! Well, most of them, anyway...Get ready to meet a new rock group! From zippy, little pebbles to big strong boulders, the rocks get together to play and roll around their favorite hill, only to find that one of their friends, Ricky, can't roll with them. Unlike all of the others, who are all round, Ricky can't roll because he's flat on one side. Except for poor Ricky, who quietly sat.You see, Rick couldn't roll, because one side was flat.His friends didn't get it,"Come Roll!" they would chant.So Ricky tried, but replied,"I'm sorry, I canāt."Determined not to leave their friend behind, the rocks set out to help Ricky roll around - one way or another. This sweet, imaginative picture book, written in verse, brings a fresh set of characters to life in a story that highlights perseverance and triumph in the face of adversity, and the power of true friendship.From the best-selling author of Tess, the Tin that Wanted to Rock, The Bear and the Fern and Patrick Picklebottom and the Penny Book comes this fun, funny and heartwarming that is loved by kids, parents and teachers alike.Combining the spirit of Shel Silverstein, the heart of Mo Willems and the rhyme and rhythm of Dr. Seuss, Ricky, the Rock is ideal for children ages 3-9 and Pre K-3rd grade. This original story featuring the "You Rock Group" is a book that kids are sure to cherish as they grow, and ask to read over and over again!.Classroom Favorites Children's Book.Written by Jay Miletsky.Hardcover, 28 Pages.ISBN# 9780578198033.3-9 years
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Legends have a way of working themselves into our lives. You may not know the stories, but you know the signs. Discover the chilling tale of the jack-o-lantern, learn the legacy of the witch, and find out why you think breaking a mirror will have consequencesā¦ if you dare. Part of the Origin Stories book series, this nonfiction book explores the origin stories of Halloween, witches, and different superstitions and how they came to be the versions we know today. Perfect as a Halloween book, this spooky children's book also features after-reading activities, post-reading questions, and glossary words defined on the pages they appear to BOOst vocabulary and reading comprehension skills along the way..High-interest text for striving readers is filled with fun facts and vibrant illustrations.For ages 9-15..ISBN: 9781731657404.Glossary words defined on the pages where they appear.Includes after-reading questions and activities.Legends and Superstitions dives into the origin stories behind Halloween traditions, witches, and superstitions like broken mirrors, offering spooky tales with vibrant illustrations, after-reading activities, and vocabulary-boosting glossary words to engage young readers and enhance comprehension.
Finding success takes perseverance, tenacity, and resilienceāall qualities you'll see in the people in this nonfiction book. These scientists and inventors persevered through failure, sometimes repeatedly, to accomplish their goals and achieve successāand you can do it, too!.Nonfiction.Chris Schwab/Rourke Educational Media.Grades 4-9.Hardback.English.32 pages.9781731657695.1 hardback book, 32 pages.After-reading activities.Post-reading questions.Glossary words defined on the pages they appear.We proudly publish respectful and relevant nonfiction and fiction titles that represent our diverse readers, and are designed to support reading on a level that has no limits!.Part of the Driven to Succeed book series, Scientists & Inventors Who Never Gave Up tells the stories of exceptional scientists and inventors who overcame challenges to discover or invent something that changed the world.
What are you afraid of? Discover how the creatures of your fears came into existence and what truth lies behind the mythical stories as you immerse yourself into the world of Mythical Monsters... if you dare. Part of the Origin Stories book series, this nonfiction book explores the origin stories of three monsters: vampires, werewolves, and zombies and how they came to be the monsters we know today. Perfect as a Halloween book, this spooky children's book also features after-reading activities, post-reading questions, and glossary words defined on the pages they appear to BOOst vocabulary and reading comprehension skills along the way..High-interest text for striving readers is filled with fun facts and vibrant illustrations.For ages 9-15..ISBN: 9781731657329.Glossary words defined on the pages where they appear.Includes after-reading questions and activities.Mythical Monsters delves into the origin stories of vampires, werewolves, and zombies, exploring how these legendary creatures came to be, with vibrant illustrations, fun facts, and activities designed to enhance vocabulary and reading comprehension.
Could you eat bugs or turtles if you were lost in the woods and starving? Would you cut off your own hand to save your life? Read real-life stories about adventurers who faced deadly situations and lived to tell about them in Mountains and Wilderness, part of the Escape, Rescue, and Survival book series. This nonfiction book tells the stories of people who were attacked, lost, or injured in the wildernessāand lived to tell about it. After-reading questions, a glossary words defined on the pages they appear, and an extension activity are included in this 32-page children's book to engage readers along the way..Fact- and photo-filled text for young readers supports social studies curriculum.For ages 9-15..32 pages.ISBN: 9781731657350.After-reading questions and activity help reader further engage with book content.Glossary words defined on the pages where they appear.Includes an index.Mountains and Wilderness shares real-life survival stories of adventurers who faced deadly situations in the wild, featuring vivid accounts of their struggles and triumphs, with after-reading questions, glossary words, and an extension activity to enhance understanding and engagement.
Ever wonder how plants reach toward the sun? Or how water gets from the roots to the leaves? A plant's stem is like a highway, transporting water and food where it's needed. Dig in to discover how stems work to support a plant's survival..This Spanish science book features a photo glossary, index, and a post-reading activity to develop reading comprehension skills..For ages 7-10..24 pages with vibrant photographs.ISBN: 9781731654496.Guided reading level N.Rourke proudly publishes respectful and relevant nonfiction and fiction titles that represent our diverse readers, and are designed to support reading on a level that has no limits!.This 24-page Spanish science book explains how plant stems function like highways to transport water and nutrients, supporting growth and survival, and includes vivid photos, a glossary, index, and a post-reading activity for guided reading level N.
Philip Vera Cruz came to the United States from the Philippines in search of an education. Instead, he became a farmworker to survive. This turn of events led Philip and other Filipino farmworkers, the manongs, to start the historic strike in Delano, California that led to a grape boycott and the birth of the infamous United Farm Workers union. Learn about Philip Vera Cruz's life and accomplishments in this nonfiction biography, part of the Leaders Like Us series. Featuring 24 pages with vibrant illustrations, this children's book also includes a timeline, post-reading questions, and an interactive activity to help develop reading comprehension skills..Engaging biography that tells the inspiring life story of an Asian American leader.For ages 6-10..Page Count: 24 pages.ISBN: 9781731656315.Vivid illustrations.Includes a time line, after-reading questions, and an activity to encourage further learning.Leaders Like Us: Philip Vera Cruz is a nonfiction biography that tells the inspiring story of Philip Vera Cruz, a Filipino immigrant who became a key figure in the United Farm Workers union and the historic Delano grape boycott, featuring vibrant illustrations, a timeline, and interactive activities to support reading comprehension.
Flowers are more than just decoration. They have an important job. But they can't always do it alone. Find out more about the work of flowers, how they attract help, and how they help plant species survive..This Spanish science book features a photo glossary, index, and a post-reading activity to develop reading comprehension skills..For ages 7-10..24 pages with vibrant photographs.ISBN: 9781731654458.Guided reading level N.Rourke proudly publishes respectful and relevant nonfiction and fiction titles that represent our diverse readers, and are designed to support reading on a level that has no limits!.This 24-page Spanish science book explores the vital role of flowers in plant survival, how they attract helpers, and includes vibrant photos, a glossary, index, and a post-reading activity to support reading comprehension at guided reading level N.
Some are bigger than a school bus. Others are as small as a candy sprinkle. Some make people itch. What are they? Plant leaves! Find out why leaves are a certain shape and size, how they help plants grow, and perform your own experiment to find out just what leaves need to grow..This Spanish science book features a photo glossary, index, and a post-reading activity to develop reading comprehension skills..For ages 7-10..24 pages with vibrant photographs.ISBN: 9781731654465.Guided reading level O.Rourke proudly publishes respectful and relevant nonfiction and fiction titles that represent our diverse readers, and are designed to support reading on a level that has no limits!.This 24-page Spanish science book introduces readers to the diverse world of plant leaves, explaining their shapes, sizes, functions, and growth needs, and includes vibrant photos, a glossary, index, and an experiment to support comprehension at guided reading level O.
Introduce readers to the life of author and community outreach leader Pura BelprĆ©, the first Puerto Rican librarian in New York City, in this inspirational biographyāpart of the Leaders Like Us series. Pura believed the library was for everyone. Using her skills in storytelling, she encouraged Hispanic children to visit the library by creating bilingual story hour. Her community outreach helped to make the Hispanic people in New York City feel included. This 24-page biographical children's book features post-reading questions, an extension activity, and a time line to practice reading comprehension skills while learning all about how Pura impacted her community, resulting in the annual Pura BelprĆ© Award..Engaging biography that tells the inspiring life story of a Latin American leader.For ages 6-10..24 pages.ISBN: 9781731657299.Vivid illustrations.Includes a time line, after-reading questions, and an activity to encourage further learning.The Leaders Like Us: Pura BelprĆ© biography introduces young readers to the life of the first Puerto Rican librarian in New York City, who used bilingual storytelling to engage Hispanic children and foster inclusivity, with vivid illustrations, a timeline, post-reading questions, and an activity to enhance comprehension.
Would you be able to survive a flash flood or a tsunami? Would you know what to do if you were lost at sea without food or water? Could you fight back in a shark attack? Read real-life stories of people who faced deadly situations and lived to tell about them in Water and Weather, part of the Escape, Rescue, and Survival book series. This 32-page nonfiction book tells the stories of people who survived the perils of wild weather, being lost at sea, or being the prey of predatory sea creatures. After-reading questions, glossary words defined on the pages they appear, and an extension activity are included to engage readers along the way..Fact- and photo-filled text for young readers supports social studies curriculum.For ages 9-15..32 pages.ISBN: 9781731657367.After-reading questions and activity help reader further engage with book content.Glossary words defined on the pages where they appear.Includes an index.Water and Weather shares real-life survival stories of individuals who faced life-threatening situations like flash floods, tsunamis, and shark attacks, offering young readers an engaging and informative look at these extreme scenarios, with after-reading questions, glossary words, and an extension activity for deeper understanding.
A Black woman had never been a justice for the United States Supreme Court until April 7, 2022 when Ketanji Brown Jackson made history. This lifetime appointment has only been held by two other African Americans before her. Learn about Ketanji Brown Jackson's life, experience, and accomplishments in this nonfiction biography, part of the Leaders Like Us series. Featuring 24 pages with vibrant illustrations, this children's book also includes a timeline, post-reading questions, and an interactive activity to help develop reading comprehension skills..Engaging biography that tells the inspiring life story of a Black leader.For ages 6-10..Page Count: 24 pages.ISBN: 9781731656292.Vivid illustrations.Includes a time line, after-reading questions, and an activity to encourage further learning.Leaders Like Us: Ketanji Brown Jackson is a nonfiction biography that highlights the inspiring life and accomplishments of Ketanji Brown Jackson, the first Black woman appointed to the U.S. Supreme Court, featuring vibrant illustrations, a timeline, and interactive activities to boost reading comprehension.
We are all part of one world. This nonfiction book introduces life around the globe while pointing out things we all have in common. Fact- and photo-filled text for young readers supports social studies curriculum. After-reading activity helps reader further engage with book content. Includes photo glossary and index.Fact- and photo-filled text for young readers supports social studies curriculum.For ages 5-8..Page Count: 24 pages.ISBN: 9781731656322.After-reading activity helps reader further engage with book content.Includes photo glossary and index.This nonfiction book introduces young readers to life around the world, highlighting commonalities across cultures, with fact-filled text, photos, an after-reading activity, a photo glossary, and an index to enhance engagement and support social studies curriculum.
Born blind and poor, JosĆ© Feliciano never gave up on his dream of becoming a musician. Using his talent for guitar playing and singing, JosĆ© spread his message of peace. Learn how JosĆ©'s blends of different music genres and languages helped people unite in this inspirational biographyāpart of the Leaders Like Us book series. This inspirational, 24-page nonfiction book also includes post-reading questions, an extension activity, and time line to engage readers while reinforcing reading comprehension skills..Engaging biography that tells the inspiring life story of a Latin American leader.For ages 6-10..24 pages.ISBN: 9781731657398.Vivid illustrations.Includes a time line, after-reading questions, and an activity to encourage further learning.JosĆ© Feliciano shares the inspiring story of a blind, impoverished musician who overcame obstacles to become a symbol of peace, blending music genres and languages to unite people, with vibrant illustrations, a timeline, after-reading questions, and an activity for further learning.
Life in the United States is always changing. This nonfiction book explores how people's lives have changed over time in the US and how they will continue to change..Fact- and photo-filled text for young readers supports social studies curriculum.For ages 5-8..Page Count: 24 pages.ISBN: 9781731656346.After-reading activity helps reader further engage with book content.Includes photo glossary and index.This nonfiction book explores how people's lives have changed over time in the United States and how they will continue to evolve, featuring fact-filled text, photos, an after-reading activity, and a photo glossary to support social studies curriculum.
The book, Animals Have Classes Too!: Fish, introduces young readers to animal classifications by explaining how fish are grouped. Through photos, text, and sidebars, this title explores the differences and similarities between several classes, families, genera, and species of fish, and how animal classification works. Readers will discover the traits fish have that put them in a class of their own. The Animals Have Classes Too! series for grades 1ā3 gives an introduction to animal classifications, from kingdom to species. Each 24-page book in the series details how and why animals are classified, including common traits and various habitats, giving examples at each level. Each measuring 7.5" x 10", the titles in this series offer young readers an opportunity to learn more about Earth's magnificent animals..Breaks down animal classification methods into easy-to-understand language.The Animals Have Classes Too! series for grades 1ā3 gives an introduction to animal classifications, from kingdom to species..Each 24-page book in the series details how and why animals are classified, including common traits and various habitats, giving examples at each level..ISBN: 9781731654571.Activity helps reader further engage with book content.Includes glossary, index, and comprehension questions.The 24-page book Animals Have Classes Too!: Fish introduces young readers to how fish are classified, highlighting their unique traits and groupings through simple text, photos, and activities that make animal classification easy to understand.
Introduce readers to the life of political activist Yuri Kochiyama, a Japanese American who was incarcerated during World War II and went on to be a leader in many of the liberation struggles of her time, with the Leaders Like Us Yuri Kochiyama inspirational biography. Yuri and her family were imprisoned during World War II for being Japanese American, which gave Yuri the passion to fight against injustice for the rest of her life. This 24-page biographical children's book features post-reading questions, an extension activity, and a time line to practice reading comprehension skills while learning all about Yuri's legacy..Engaging biography that tells the inspiring life story of an Asian American leader.For ages 6-10..24 pages.ISBN: 9781731657282.Vivid illustrations.Includes a time line, after-reading questions, and an activity to encourage further learning.The Leaders Like Us: Yuri Kochiyama biography introduces young readers to the inspiring life of this Japanese American political activist, who fought against injustice after her family's WWII incarceration, with vivid illustrations, a timeline, post-reading questions, and an activity to enhance comprehension.