New Releases by Daisy Allyn

Which Has More? is aligned to the Common Core State Standards for English/Language Arts, addressing Literacy.RI.K.6 and Literacy.L.K.1. Objects around the house that hold water are used to explain the concept of volume. Each spread features color photographs of two items holding water, such as a spoon and a cup, while accompanying text explains which object holds more water.

Scientists consider Tyrannosaurus rex the king of dinosaurs, and readers will find out exactly why in this exciting book. With amazing color illustrations showing the fierce Tyrannosaurus rex hunting and eating on two legs, readers will see just how powerful and scary this prehistoric creature was. With razor-sharp teeth and more than 40 feet long, readers will be happy the T-rex lived long ago and isn’t around to snack on anything today!

Triceratops lived millions of years ago, but its distinctive “three-horned face” has made it a favorite dinosaur for many. Readers will love learning about this creature with the help of colorful illustrations that show how Triceratops lived and what it looked like among the fauna of prehistoric Earth. With a body 30 feet long and weighing as much as three cars, readers will explore the life and times of this fascinating prehistoric creature.

Glowworms are actually many different kinds of insects, and they live all over the world. While you’re probably most familiar with the glowing larvae and female adults we call fireflies, there are many other kinds of glowworms. Inside this informative and exciting guide, readers will learn where glowworms live, what they look like, and why they glow. Amazing and vivid photographs of numerous glowworms, as well as a graphic organizer, help readers comprehend the scientific text.

With a name like “killer whale,” you might expect these giant marine animals to be mean and nasty. However, they’re some the most playful creatures in the sea—as long as you’re not a seal! Readers will enjoy learning how these amazing dolphins hunt for prey and interact with people. Colorful pictures of killer whales in the wild and in aquariums are sure to engage readers of all ages.

Everybody knows how annoying hiccups can be. They interrupt us when we're trying to talk, read, do homework, and even sleep! But what causes hiccups? Readers discover the answer to that question inside this book. They also learn some interesting ways to cure hiccups. Colorful photographs are paired with accessible text to help readers understand this relatable scientific topic.

If you ride a bicycle or a skateboard, or if own roller skates, you use wheels and axles. Readers discover the science behind these important simple machines. It’s hard to go anywhere in our world today without seeing wheels and axles at work. Cars and trucks use these to take people to work and school every day. Tractors and wagons on farms have wheels and axles, too. Manageable text and vivid photographs help readers understand this basic science topic. A comprehensive glossary and a useful graphic organizer accompany the concepts presented, which aid readers in navigating this fun and fact-filled book.

Around My Neighborhood is aligned to the Common Core State Standards for English/Language Arts, addressing Literacy.RI.K.9 and Literacy.L.K.1. Narrative nonfiction text is supported by photographs of a home, a park, the library, a school, and a store. This book should be paired with “Will's Neighborhood" (9781448888818) from the InfoMax Common Core Readers Program to provide the alternative point of view on the same topic.

Seeds and Plants is aligned to the Common Core State Standards for English/Language Arts, addressing Literacy.RI.K.7 and Literacy.L.K.1. Narrative nonfiction text accompanies vivid photographs of plants and seeds, explaining the basic cycle of plant growth. Apples and peanuts are displayed alongside more exotic seed-bearing fruits, like kiwis. A close-up of a coconut, the largest seed in the world, is placed opposite a scenic beach with balmy coconut trees, showing readers how interesting the life cycle of plants can be. This book should be paired with “Sara's Seeds” (9781448887132) from the Rosen Common Core Readers Program to provide the alternative point of view on the same topic.

Running water is something many people take for granted. Readers will learn where our clean water comes from, where the bathwater goes, and more with the help of this valuable resource. Colorful photographs and clarifying diagrams take readers where they never thought they’d ever go—down the drain and beneath the neighborhood.

Introduces the blue-ringed octopus, describing its physical characteristics, habitat, and the poisonous venom which it produces to kill its prey and defend itself against a threat.

Provides basic information about pythons for beginning readers.

Presents general information about the planet Earth, including its place in the solar system, what it is made of, and its moon.

Photographs and text present information about the surface, orbit, and phases of the moon, its effect on the Earth's tides, and lunar exploration.

Presents general information about the planet Jupiter, including its place in the solar system, what it is made of, and its moons.

Presents general information about the planet Neptune, including its place in the solar system, what it is made of, its rings, and its moons.

A cat and her kittens, a cow and her calf, there's a whole world of family animals that readers can learn about, while reinforcing their understanding of the family unit. Books of the Real Life Readers Program use real life scenario narratives to help readers further develop content-area reading, writing, and comprehension skills.