New Releases by Cynthia Fitterer Klingel

Presents a variety of common sayings of the English language, explaining their origins and how to use each correctly.

Presents a collection of commonly used idioms and their meanings.

Weekly Reader "RM" Early Learning Library guides beginning readers to greater early literacy proficiency, while introducing common concepts in the early elementary curriculum. Let's Read About Our Bodies is a series of eight lively and easy-to-understand books for young readers about parts of the body and the importance of good health habits. Simple, repetitive text closely linked with colorful original photography makes these books exceptionally accessible to the youngest readers. Key-word repetition and glossaries help children build vocabulary and reading skills as they learn about health, safety, and the proper care for the different parts of their bodies. In Mouth, readers learn to take care of their teeth and to visit the dentist.

"Original edition published 2003 by Weekly Reader Books"--T.p. verso.

Explains the meaning of some common sayings, and shows how to use each idiom correctly.

Describes Yellowstone National Park, its location, its landscape, and its scenic wonders, including the Old Faithful geyser.

Briefly describes Mount Rushmore, its history, appearance, and how the memorial was constructed.

Explains the meaning of some common sayings.

A simple story about activities of Anna and her friend Angelica introduces the letter "a".

Simple text about pretending and repetition of the letters ''pr'' help readers learn how to use this sound.

Simple text about things that make one smile and repetition of the letters ''gr'' help readers learn how to use this sound.

Describes the history, government, people, culture, aspects of daily life, and enduring legacy of Ancient Egypt.

Describes the history, government, people, culture, aspects of daily life, and enduring legacy of Ancient Mesopotamia.

A brief introduction to the life of Chief Joseph, who fought to keep the Oregon land that his people had lived on for generations.

An introduction to the history, government, culture, people, and aspects of daily life of ancient Greece and its pervasive and enduring influence on western civilization.

From doctors to police officers, these community workers provide services readers are sure to recognize. Detailed information of a typical day includes duties, tools, clothing, and safety provide a solid introduction to roles in the community.

Briefly tells why and how we celebrate the Fourth of July.

A simple introduction to the meaning and celebration of Thanksgiving.

Simple text describes the sport of tennis, how it is played, and the equipment used.

Simple text about a summer vacation and repetition of the letters 'tr' help readers learn how to use this sound.

Explains Valentine's Day traditions to young readers.

Provides everyday examples of what it means to be a friend.

Simple text describes what trumpets look like and what they do.

A brief account of the exploratory expedition led by Lewis and Clark across the little known territory from St. Louis to the Pacific Ocean in the early nineteenth century.

Illustrations and easy-to-read text describe how to play drums.

Simple text about the activities of a baby in a crib and repetition of the letters ''cr'' help readers learn how to use this sound.

Simple text about dreaming of things one enjoys and repetition of the letters ''dr'' help readers learn how to use this sound.

A simple description of the activities, tools, uniforms, training, skills, problems, and importance of nurses.

An introduction to skin, its uses, and how to take care of it