Nonfiction Books for 2nd Graders

This 10-book STEM collection for Grade 2 pulls together informational text for math, science, technology, and engineering in engaging formats that include TIME FOR KIDS® content, vivid images, and descriptive vocabulary..Nonfiction.English.Grade 2

Scholastic® "Easy Reader Biographies" Book is ideal for ages 5 - 8 and helps to learn reading. English book having 16 pages contains lively text, captions, realistic illustrations, glossaries, diagrams..Age group and grade: Ages 5 - 8 years and grades kindergarten - 2nd.Language: English.Subject: Language arts, reading.Format: Book.Title: Easy Reader Biographies.Topic: Reading skills.Introduce key features of nonfiction with 12 easy-to-read biographies of must-know, inspiring Americans.Designed for young readers, these engaging 16 page books feature lively text, captions, realistic illustrations, glossaries, diagrams and more.Teaching guide includes graphic organizers and teaching ideas to help children comprehend the features of nonfiction and read with understanding.Includes 60 full color, 16 page books (5 copies of 12 biographies), 48 page teaching guide, sturdy storage box.Biographies correlate with Guided Reading Levels I and J.Scholastic® "Easy Reader Biographies" Book for language arts/reading is ideal for grade kindergarten - 2nd and helps to learn how to read.

Evan-Moor® Daily science activity book for ages 8 - 11 and teaches the various concepts of earth science. Book has 192 pages and contains hands-on activities, comprehension tests that offer vocabulary practice..Age group and grade: Ages 8 - 11 and grades 2nd.Type: Earth science.Vocabulary practice, hands on activities and comprehension tests provide everything you need to engage students in science instruction.Number of pages: 192.Includes teacher's guide.Help your grade 2 students develop a genuine understanding of standards-based scientific concepts and vocabulary using the 150 engaging activities in daily science.30 weeks of instruction covers many standards based science topics.A variety of rich resources including vocabulary practice, hands-on science activities and comprehension tests in multiple-choice format help you successfully introduce students to earth, life and physical science concepts.Help your grade 1 students explore standards-based science concepts and vocabulary using 150 daily lessons.Help your grade 2 students explore standards-based science concepts and vocabulary using 150 daily lessons

Build your second grader's understanding of physical, life, and earth science with this full-color activity book! Engaging reading selections, activities, and hands-on projects will motivate your child to learn science concepts that are based on the most current science standards..Build your second grader's understanding of physical, life, and earth science!.144 pages.ISBN# 9781629381541.Engaging activities and hands-on projects will motivate your child to learn science concepts that are based on the most current science standards..Full-color activity book

180 Days of Science for Second Grade provides teachers and parents with 180 days of daily practice to build students' science content-area knowledge. The quick, diagnostic-based activities allow busy teachers to cover science content daily. Through these weekly units, grade 2 students will analyze and evaluate scientific data and scenarios, answer constructed response questions, improve their understanding of science and engineering practices, and increase their critical thinking and reasoning skills. Each week will assess students' knowledge of grade-level science content, and focuses on a grade-level topic within one of three science strands: physical science, life science, and Earth and space science. By integrating scientific practices, language arts and math concepts, disciplinary core ideas, and crosscutting concepts, this resource helps teachers meet Next Generation Science Standards (NGSS) and state standards in their classrooms. With these daily activities, students will learn to think like scientists in no time! Digital files are included..Nonfiction.English.Grade 2

Provide grade 2 students with 180 days of daily practice to build their geographical knowledge, critical thinking skills, map and spatial skills, and answer photo- and text-dependent questions. This resource meets National Geography Standards..Subject matter: Geography.This book is written in English.Grade 2

Build social studies content-area literacy with 180 days of daily practice! With these diagnostic-based activities, grade 2 students will analyze primary source documents, answer text-dependent questions, and build their social studies knowledge..Subject matter: Across the Curriculum.This book is written in English.Grade 2

Explore Life Science with this 10-book set for Grades 2-3. Readers will learn about ecosystems, habitats, life cycles, and more! These titles includes vibrant images paired with easy-to-read text to keep students engaged from cover to cover..Nonfiction.English.Grade 2-3

Reinforce must-know phonics concepts with this cutting-edge series of nonfiction books! Each title features simple decodable text paired with clear, colorful photos to maximize learning and fun. From birds to birthdays, fast cars to big sharks, all of kids' favorite topics are here. A super way to motivate every child to become a confident, phonics-wise reader! Includes 25 full-color, 8-page books and a Parent Guide with Little Workbook..Nonfiction books that enable children to joyfully master critical phonics concepts as they learn about animals and the world around them..For ages 6-8 years.The set includes 25 books plus a family guide and a little workbook to reinforce learning.Stories are 80+ percent decodable (based on Scholastic's scope and sequence)..An easy way to boost background knowledge and phonics skills simultaneously..Reinforce must-know phonics concepts with this cutting-edge series of nonfiction books

Boost students' nonfiction skills AND their vocabularies with these super-engaging readers packed with fascinating facts and eye-popping photos! The books include a table of contents, four short chapters, diagrams, maps, captions, a glossary, comprehension questions, and more. Comes with a complete teaching guide. Includes: 36 Books (Six copies six 24-page titles), 24-page Teaching Guide, and sturdy storage unit..Subject: Science, Topic: Animal studies.Age group and grade: Ages 6 - 9 years and grades 1st - 3rd.Includes 36 books.ISBN: 9780545015974.Scholastic "Science Vocabulary Readers: Life Cycles" Book set for grades 1 - 3 comes with a complete teaching guide.

Boost students' nonfiction skills AND their vocabularies with these super-engaging readers packed with fascinating facts and eye-popping photos! The books include a table of contents, three short chapters, diagrams, captions, a glossary, comprehension questions, and more. Comes with a complete teaching guide. Includes: 36 books (Six copies of six 16-page titles), 24-page teaching guide, and a sturdy storage unit..Subject: Science, Topic: Weather.Age group and grade: Ages 6 - 8 years and grade 1st - 2nd.Includes 36 books.ISBN: 9780545015981.Scholastic "Science Vocabulary Readers: Wild Weather" Book set for grades 1 - 2 measuring 14.3" x 10.4" x 4.8" is packed with fascinating facts and eye-popping photos.

Give your child the tools to become a successful reader with this big, 25-book collection of titles that target must-know concepts: short vowels, blends, plurals, and more. Each title features clear photos, just-right decodable text, and lively real-world topics such as pets, frogs, bugs, friendship, trucks, weather, and so many more. Includes a caregiver guide and mini-workbook to reinforce learning..Age group 5-8 years.Topic: Phonics.9781338894721.Stories are 80+ percent decodable (based on Scholastic's Scope & Sequence).The set includes 25 books plus a family guide and little workbook to reinforce learning.Stories feature fabulous photos to motivate learning and build comprehension.An easy way to boost background knowledge and phonics skills simultaneously.Nonfiction books that enable children to joyfully master must-know phonics concepts as they learn about animals and the world around them

Add Nonfiction Phonics Readers SET 1 to your classroom and watch your students' literacy skills soar! This big collection includes 125 books (5 x 25 titles) that target key phonics concepts: short vowels, blends, plurals, and more. Each title features clear photos, just-right decodable text, and kid-pleasing real-world topics such as pets, frogs, bugs, friendship, trucks, weather, and so many more. Comes with a 32-page teaching guide. Perfect for group and independent learning..Age group 5-8 years.Topic: Reading Skills.9781338894691.Stories are 80+ percent decodable (based on Scholastic's Scope & Sequence).The set includes 125 books—five copies of each title—making them perfect for group learning.Stories feature fabulous photos to motivate learning and build comprehension.An easy way to boost background knowledge and phonics skills simultaneously.Add Nonfiction Phonics Readers SET 1 to your classroom and watch your students' literacy skills soar

Newmark Learning™ Rising Readers "Social Studies Volumes 1 and 2" Single copy set inspires and motivates children from interactive content of it. Book is perfect resource to entertain your children..Lexile level: BR-570L.Language: English.Grades: Prekindergarten - 2nd.Rising Readers are the perfect transition between Newmark Learning's sight word readers and jump into genre leveled books for grades 2 - 3.Precisely leveled fiction and nonfiction readers integrate literacy with content instruction..Each CD-ROM comes with a customized teacher's guide and mini-book.CD-ROM turn literacy instruction into a multimedia adventure! Interactive.Books: Children will love the gorgeous photos or illustrations, fun topics, and BONUS comprehension skills and sight word activities included in every book. Science, Math, Social Studies, and Nursery Rhyme books available.Matching interactive CD-ROM available for every print book, customized teacher/parent tips and after-reading activities included with each book or CD-ROM.Science, Math, Social Studies, and Nursery Rhyme books available..As required by the common core state standards, Rising Readers steadily increase in reading level complexity while integrating nonfiction and fiction content instruction.Interactive features include: window shades to hide and reveal text or images, Built in pen tools, and self-correcting grammar and writing, vocabulary, and comprehension skills activity pages.Ideal for whole group lessons on whiteboards or in pairs on a computer.Works on ANY brand of whiteboard, PC, or MAC.CD-ROM for whiteboards or computers motivate students to learn core content and literacy skills.For comprehensive literacy instruction using one standards-based title, use the Rising Readers books for small group lessons and use the interactive whiteboard CD-ROM for whole group lessons.Subject: Leveled readers.Title: Look at Me and What Do Maps Show?.Newmark Learning™ Rising Readers "Social Studies Volumes 1 and 2" Single copy set is ideal for 2nd grade.

Add Nonfiction Phonics Readers SET 2 to your classroom and watch your students' literacy skills soar! This big collection includes 125 books (5 x 25 titles) that target key phonics concepts: long vowels, digraphs, two syllable words, and more. Each title features clear photos, just-right decodable text, and kid-pleasing real-world topics such as bees, mice, rain, boats, whales, friendship, and so many more. Comes with a 32-page teaching guide. Perfect for group and independent learning..Age group 5-8 years.Topic: Phonics.9781338894707.Stories are 80+ percent decodable (based on Scholastic's Scope & Sequence).The set includes 125 books—five copies of each 25 titles—making them perfect for group learning.Stories feature fabulous photos to motivate learning and build comprehension.An easy way to boost background knowledge and phonics skills simultaneously.Nonfiction books that enable children to joyfully master must-know phonics concepts as they learn about animals and the world around them

Give your child the tools to become a successful reader with this big, 25 book collection of titles that target must-know concepts: long vowels, digraphs, two syllable words, and more. Each title features clear photos, just-right decodable text, and lively real-world topics as bees, mice, rain, boats, whales, friendship, and so many more. Includes a caregiver guide and mini-workbook to reinforce learning..Age group 5-8 years.Topic: Phonics.9781338894738.Stories are 80+ percent decodable (based on Scholastic's Scope & Sequence).The set includes 25 books plus a family guide and little workbook to reinforce learning.Stories feature fabulous photos to motivate learning and build comprehension.An easy way to boost background knowledge and phonics skills simultaneously.Nonfiction books that enable children to joyfully master must-know phonics concepts as they learn about animals and the world around them

Give your child the tools to become a successful reader with this big, 25-book collection of titles that target must-know concepts: r-control vowels, variant vowels, diphthongs, and more. Each title features clear photos, just-right decodable text, and lively real-world topics such as birds, sharks, sports, forest life, the moon, seasons, and so many more. Includes a caregiver guide and mini-workbook to reinforce learning..Age group 5-8 years.Topic: Phonics.9781338894745.Stories are 80+ percent decodable (based on Scholastic's Scope & Sequence).The set includes 25 books plus a family guide and little workbook to reinforce learning.Stories feature fabulous photos to motivate learning and build comprehension.An easy way to boost background knowledge and phonics skills simultaneously.Nonfiction books that enable children to joyfully master must-know phonics concepts as they learn about animals and the world around them

Reinforce must-know phonics concepts with this cutting-edge series of nonfiction books! Each title features simple decodable text paired with clear, colorful photos to maximize learning and enjoyment. From birds to birthdays, fast cars to big sharks, all of kids' favorite topics are here. A super way to motivate every child to become a confident, phonics-wise reader! Includes 125 full-color, 8-page books (5 each of 25 titles) and 32-page Teaching Guide..Nonfiction books that enable children to joyfully master critical phonics concepts as they learn about animals and the world around them..For ages 6-8 years.The set includes 125 books—five copies of each title—making them perfect for group learning.Stories are 80+ percent decodable (based on Scholastic's scope and sequence)..The BIG teaching guide includes tips, strategies, and meaningful reproducibles to reinforce essential learning.An easy way to boost background knowledge and phonics skills simultaneously..Reinforce must-know phonics concepts with this cutting-edge series of nonfiction books

Add Nonfiction Phonics Readers SET 3 to your classroom and watch your students' literacy skills soar! This big collection includes 125 books (5 x 25 titles) that target key phonics concepts: r-control vowels, variant vowels, diphthongs, and more. Each title features clear photos, just-right decodable text, and kid-pleasing real-world topics such as birds, sharks, sports, forest life, the moon, seasons, and so many more. Comes with a 32-page teaching guide. Perfect for group and independent learning..Age group 5-8 years.Topic: Phonics.9781338894714.Stories are 80+ percent decodable (based on Scholastic's Scope & Sequence).The set includes 125 books—five copies of each 25 titles—making them perfect for group learning.Stories feature fabulous photos to motivate learning and build comprehension.An easy way to boost background knowledge and phonics skills simultaneously.Nonfiction books that enable children to joyfully master must-know phonics concepts as they learn about animals and the world around them

Have you ever seen a cow playing with a yoga ball, or goats licking ice cubes filled with vegetables? Life in an animal sanctuary is happy and healing for the lucky farm animals who call it home. Learn about how animal sanctuaries provide a wonderful life for rescued and special-needs animals in this kids book about Farm Animal Sanctuaries!.Nonfiction/Animals.Jen Breach/Rourke Educational Media.Grades 1-4.Hardcover.English.24 pages.9781731658050.Comprehension questions.Extension activity.Supports NGSS Standards.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 Animal Sanctuaries Children’s Book Series, this 24-page nonfiction book explores how and why companion and farm animal sanctuaries prioritize an animal's physical and emotional welfare over keeping them for food and other products.

This nonfiction book gives students a close-up look at Congressman and activist John Lewis, who inspired important change in America with his fight for equal justice. Perfect for young readers, the book also includes a glossary and a short fiction piece related to the topic. Explore the life of John Lewis with easy-to-read text and exciting pictures. This 32-page full-color book covers important ideas like civic duty and responsibilities and includes an extension activity for grade 3. Perfect for the classroom, at-home learning, or homeschool to explore the civil rights movement, American leaders, and U.S. history..Explores John Lewis's story, including his unique childhood, participation in the civil rights movement, and time in Congress.For ages 7-12 years..This 32-page full-color book covers important ideas like civic duty and responsibilities and includes an extension activity for grade 3..ISBN: 9781087643014.Provides a short fiction piece related to the topic to keep students invested.Connects Lewis's life to significant change in local government and America as a whole.Includes a glossary, essential discussion questions, and a "Civics in Action" activity designed to get students excited about pursuing change.With an extension activity and other helpful features, this book teaches students that one person can make a difference in their community—and their country.

Human activity often puts the health and homes of wild animals in danger, but we can also help save wild animals and their habitats by protecting them with sanctuaries. Come learn about wild animal sanctuaries and what life is like for animals who call it home in this animal book about Wild Animal Sanctuaries! Part of the Animal Sanctuaries Children’s Book Series, this 24-page nonfiction book explores life for animals in wild animal sanctuaries, and how and why it is safe and healing for them..Nonfiction.Jen Breach/Rourke Educational Media.Grades 1-4.Paperback.English.24 pages.9781731658128.1 paperback book, 24 pages.Comprehension questions.Extension activity.Supports NGSS Standards.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 Animal Sanctuaries Children's Book Series, this 24-page nonfiction book explores life for animals in wild animal sanctuaries, and how and why it is safe and healing for them.

Learn about the environment and how to protect it! This nonfiction book explains what individuals and the government can do to keep Earth's air clean. The book includes a glossary and a short fiction piece related to the topic. This 32-page full-color book describes current threats to the environment and explains how their effects can be limited. It also explores important concepts like clean energy and upcycling and includes an extension activity for grade 3. Perfect for the classroom, at-home learning, or homeschool to explore greenhouse gases, pollution, and finding solutions to help the planet..Describes current threats to Earth's environment and explains how their effects can be limited.For ages 7-12 years..This 32-page full-color book describes current threats to the environment and explains how their effects can be limited..ISBN: 9781087605142.Provides a short fiction piece related to the topic to keep students engaged.Connects important topics such as pollution and greenhouse gases to students' daily lives.Includes a glossary, essential discussion questions, and a "Civics in Action" activity designed to get students excited about helping their planet.With this fun, informative book and the additional activity, students will learn how to make their planet healthier.

Learn about the creative ways Americans help their communities. This nonfiction book includes a short fiction piece related to the topic, fun activity, glossary, and other helpful tools. This 32-page full-color book describes the importance of community involvement while giving examples of creative leaders across the country. It also explores concepts such as creative problem-solving and volunteerism and includes an extension activity for grade 3. Perfect for the classroom, at-home learning, or homeschool to explore working together, civic responsibility, and ways to improve one's community..Describes the importance of community involvement while giving examples of creative leaders across the country who can serve as role models.For ages 7-12 years..This 32-page full-color book describes the importance of community involvement while giving examples of creative leaders across the country..ISBN: 9781087605098.Provides a short fiction piece related to the topic to get students invested.Connects key topics such as creative problem-solving and volunteerism to students' daily lives.Includes a glossary, interactive discussion questions, and a "Civics in Action" activity that empowers students to improve their communities.With this fun and informative book, students will see all the wonderful things that can happen when communities create together!

Have you ever seen a cow playing with a yoga ball, or goats licking ice cubes filled with vegetables? Life in an animal sanctuary is happy and healing for the lucky farm animals who call it home. Learn about how animal sanctuaries provide a wonderful life for rescued and special-needs animals in this kids book about Farm Animal Sanctuaries!.Nonfiction/Animals.Jen Breach/Rourke Educational Media.Grades 1-4.Paperback.English.24 pages.9781731658111.Comprehension questions.Extension activity.Supports NGSS Standards.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 Animal Sanctuaries Children’s Book Series, this 24-page nonfiction book explores how and why companion and farm animal sanctuaries prioritize an animal's physical and emotional welfare over keeping them for food and other products.

Learn about American Indian tradition and the important part it has on American culture. This nonfiction book shows how American Indian changemakers work to preserve their cultures and promote fairness. Students will learn about and appreciate the dedication of American Indian leaders. This 32-page full-color book explains the important work of American Indian leaders and their interactions with government. It also explores essential topics such as leadership and fairness and includes an extension activity for grade 3. Perfect for the classroom, at-home learning, or homeschool to discover tribal Nations, American Indian culture, and the relationship between communities and government..Explains the important work of American Indian leaders and their interactions with government.For ages 7-12 years..This 32-page full-color book explains the important work of American Indian leaders and their interactions with government..ISBN: 9781087605111.Provides a short fiction piece related to the topic to keep students interested.Describes both the traditions and struggles of various American Indian Nations.Explores important themes such as fairness and leadership.Includes a glossary, interactive discussion questions, and a "Civics in Action" activity to show how individuals can work with government to make change.The book includes a short fiction piece related to the topic, a glossary, a meaningful activity, and other great tools.

This ELA & Reading Comprehension 2nd Grade Bundle features four 2nd grade reading books and a language arts 2nd grade workbook. The second grade workbook features parent support pages at the beginning of each chapter with helpful definitions, tools and tips, and a skills list to provide a spectrum of support for your leaner. QR codes are also included throughout the language arts workbook that take you to free video tutorials to help explain and break down certain concepts. An answer key is included in the back of the workbook to track your child's progress and accuracy. The bundle of second grade reading books features both nonfiction and fiction children's books for a variety of reading opportunities. The bundle is stored securely in the durable drawstring bag so your child can read and practice skills while on the go!.This bundle includes a 2nd grade language arts workbook as well as fiction and nonfiction books..Provide a spectrum of literacy support for your 2nd grade student with the Spectrum Grade 2 Language and Literacy Backpack!.This ELA & Reading Comprehension 2nd Grade Bundle features four 2nd grade reading books and a language arts 2nd grade workbook..ISBN: 9781483873855.Features parent support pages at the beginning of each chapter with definitions, tools, and tips..A great resource for both homeschooling and classroom curriculum..Providing workbooks that are a great resource for both homeschooling and classroom curriculum for more than 20 years..Provide a spectrum of literacy support for your 2nd grade student with the Spectrum Grade 2 Language and Literacy Backpack!

Students will learn that small actions can make a big difference! This nonfiction book explains why civic duties are important and how to fulfill them. The book includes a glossary and a short fiction piece related to the topic. This 32-page full-color book describes the importance of civic duties while giving examples of people who can serve as role models for students. It also explores important topics like leadership and civil rights, and includes an extension activity for grade 3. Perfect for the classroom, at-home learning, or homeschool to discover civic responsibility, politicians, and what it takes to make a difference..Explains the importance of civic duties while giving examples of people who can serve as role models for students.For ages 7-12 years..This 32-page full-color book describes the importance of civic duties while giving examples of people who can serve as role models for students..ISBN: 9781087605135.Provides a short fiction piece related to the topic that will keep students invested.Connects important concepts such as civil rights and leadership to students' daily lives.Includes a glossary, thought-provoking discussion questions, and a "Civics in Action" activity designed to help students become responsible individuals.With examples of heroes like Jackie Robinson and Sandra Day O'Connor, this book and the accompanying project will help students see what it means to be leaders.

Have you ever seen a cow playing with a yoga ball, or goats licking ice cubes filled with vegetables? Life in an animal sanctuary is happy and healing for the lucky farm animals who call it home. Learn about how animal sanctuaries provide a wonderful life for rescued and special-needs animals in this kids book about Farm Animal Sanctuaries! Part of the Animal Sanctuaries Children’s Book Series, this 24-page nonfiction book explores how and why companion and farm animal sanctuaries prioritize an animal's physical and emotional welfare over keeping them for food and other products.Nonfiction/Animals.Jen Breach/Rourke Educational Media.Grades 1-4.Hardcover.English.24 pages.9781731658050.Comprehension questions.Extension activity.Supports NGSS Standards.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 Animal Sanctuaries Children’s Book Series, this 24-page nonfiction book explores how and why companion and farm animal sanctuaries prioritize an animal's physical and emotional welfare over keeping them for food and other products

Learn about the process of electing government leaders! This nonfiction book explains how elections work and ways for individuals to stay involved in government. The book also includes a related fiction piece, a glossary, an extension activity, and other helpful features. This 32-page full-color book describes the presidential election process with examples from United States history. It also explores essential topics such as leadership and civic duty and includes an extension activity for grade 3. Perfect for the classroom, at-home learning, or homeschool to explore political parties, government leaders, and the structure of America's representative democracy..Describes the presidential election process with examples from United States history.For ages 7-12 years..This 32-page full-color book describes the presidential election process with examples from United States history..ISBN: 9781087605104.Provides a short fiction piece related to the topic that will keep students invested.Explores major civics topics such as representative democracy and political parties.Includes a glossary, essential discussion questions, and a "Civics in Action" activity that will get students excited about elections and campaigns.Perfect for young readers, this book will show students how to be informed citizens when it comes to elections and campaigns.

Learn the history behind the phrase "We the people". This nonfiction book analyzes the Preamble to the U.S. Constitution in an exciting and informative way. The book includes a glossary, a short fiction piece related to the topic, and a bonus activity. This 32-page full-color book describes the creation of the U.S. Constitution and the Preamble. It also explores important topics like justice and liberty and includes an extension activity for grade 3. Perfect for the classroom, at-home learning, or homeschool to explore the Constitution, structure of government, and United States history..Analyzes the Preamble line by line in an easy-to-understand manner.For ages 7-12 years..This 32-page full-color book describes the creation of the U.S. Constitution and the Preamble..ISBN: 9781087605159.Provides a short fiction piece related to the topic to keep students invested.Connects essential topics like the U.S. Constitution and federal government to students' daily lives.Includes a glossary, interactive discussion questions, and a "Civics in Action" activity designed to get students excited about the Preamble's powerful words.With this book that's perfect for young readers, students can see how the powerful words of the Preamble are reflected in American government.

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 biography—part of the Leaders Like Us children’s book series..Nonfiction/Social Studies.Annette M. Clayton, Elisa Chavarri/Rourke Educational Media.Grades 1-4.Paperback.English.24 pages.9781731657749.After-reading questions.Extension activity.Time line.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!.This nonfiction book introduces readers to Oscar de la Renta, a fashion designer from the Dominican Republic who built a fashion empire.