New Releases by Julie Murray

Readers will learn the typical daily routine of an ant from sunrise to sunset. They will learn where ants rest, how they find food, and how they stay safe. Aligned to Common Core standards & correlated to state standards. Abdo Kids Junior is an imprint of Abdo Kids, a division of ABDO.

Perfect for curious minds, this book dives into the fascinating world of all things gross in nature. The title is packed with surprising facts, fun illustrations, and icky images. Readers will be laughing and learning about the essential (yet gross) stuff that keeps the world moving! This series is at a Level 3 and is written specifically for transitional readers. Aligned to Common Core Standards and correlated to state standards. Dash! is an imprint of Abdo Zoom, a division of ABDO.

The sinking of the Titanic created one of the greatest disasters in history at sea. Though 2,240 passengers and crew boarded the ship on April 10, just about 705 people were rescued. In this title, readers will learn about how the ship sank, how the survivors faired, and the ship that came to rescue those on lifeboats in the middle of the ocean. Complete with historic photographs, glossary, and index. This title is written at a Level 2 and is specifically for emerging readers. Aligned to Common Core Standards and correlated to state standards. Dash! is an imprint of Abdo Zoom, a division of ABDO.

Simple machines, such as the wedge, are important to daily life. This title will help readers understand what a wedge is, its parts, and how it makes work easier. This title is complete with colorful and informative images, and simple text. Aligned to Common Core Standards and correlated to state standards. Abdo Kids Junior is an imprint of Abdo Kids, a division of ABDO.

This beginning reader title introduces Diplodocus by covering when it lived, what it looked like, what it ate, and where some of its fossils have been found. This title is a Level 1 and is written specifically for beginning readers. Aligned to the Common Core standards and correlated to state standards. Dash! is an imprint of Abdo Zoom, a division of ABDO.

Learn all about the curiously shaped hammerhead shark. Young readers go under the sea to find out about this shark''s physical characteristics, hunting habits, and young life. All information is presented in easy-to-understand text paired with full-color photographs. QR Codes in the book give readers access to book-specific resources to further their learning. Aligned to Common Core Standards and correlated to state standards. Cody Koala is an imprint of Pop!, a division of ABDO.

This title introduces the flamingo by reviewing what it looks like, where it lives, and what it likes to eat. The title is complete with an Animal Features picture list and a picture glossary. Aligned to Common Core Standards and correlated to state standards. Abdo Kids Junior is an imprint of Abdo Kids, a division of ABDO.

This title is a simple introduction to the Western meadowlark, its common characteristics, habitat, and habits. A map in the back matter shows the states where Western meadowlarks are the official birds (Kansas, Montana, Nebraska, North Dakota, Oregon, Wyoming). Aligned to Common Core Standards and correlated to state standards. Abdo Kids Junior is an imprint of Abdo Kids, a division of ABDO. Translated by native Spanish speakers--and immersion school educators.

This transitional reader title gives information about volcano geology. Readers will learn about how volcanoes form, how volcano activity helped form the surface of Earth, and the rock that forms due to eruptions. This series is at a Level 3 and is written specifically for transitional readers. Aligned to the Common Core standards & correlated to state standards. Dash! is an imprint of Abdo Zoom, a division of ABDO.

This title will feature some common summer plants, like sunflowers and melon! Very simple text combined with correlating and colorful images will both inform and strengthen reading skills. Aligned to Common Core Standards and correlated to state standards. Abdo Kids Junior is an imprint of Abdo Kids, a division of ABDO.

This title is a simple introduction to the Eastern bluebird, its common characteristics, habitat, and habits. A map in the back shows the states where Eastern bluebirds are the official birds (Missouri, New York). Aligned to Common Core Standards and correlated to state standards. Abdo Kids Junior is an imprint of Abdo Kids, a division of ABDO.

This title is a simple introduction to the Northern cardinal, its common characteristics, habitat, and habits. A map in the back shows the states where Northern cardinals are the official birds (Illinois, Indiana, Kentucky, North Carolina, Ohio, West Virginia, Virginia). Aligned to Common Core Standards and correlated to state standards. Abdo Kids Junior is an imprint of Abdo Kids, a division of ABDO.

This title introduces readers to some of the greatest space pioneers of all time, including Yuri Gagarin, Mae Jemison, and the Apollo 11 crew, Collins, Armstrong, and Aldrin. Amazing historical photographs from NASA''s archives complete this book. This title is at a Level 3 and is written specifically for transitional readers. Aligned to Common Core standards & correlated to state standards. Dash! is an imprint of Abdo Zoom, a division of ABDO.

This delightful title gives readers lots of fun facts about many different snake species. Big, colorful photographs accompany each exciting piece of information. This title is at a Level 2 and is written specifically for emerging readers. Aligned to Common Core standards & correlated to state standards. Dash! is an imprint of Abdo Zoom, a division of ABDO.

This title takes a look into the education, career, and daily tasks of firefighters, and how they help in emergency situations. This series is at a Level 2 and is written specifically for emerging readers. Aligned to Common Core standards & correlated to state standards. Dash! is an imprint of Abdo Zoom, a division of ABDO.

Grizzly bears have one of the most powerful bites in the animal world! Readers will learn about these bites as well as other cool facts about grizzlies, like where they live, what they look like, and what they like to eat. This series is at a Level 1 and is written specifically for beginning readers. Aligned to Common Core standards & correlated to state standards. Dash! is an imprint of Abdo Zoom, a division of ABDO.

Families come in all shapes and sizes. Readers will learn all about military families through relatable situations. They may just find out that a military family isn''t so different from their own! Title is complete with sweet, colorful photos and easy-to-read text with bolded glossary terms. Aligned to Common Core Standards and correlated to state standards. Abdo Kids Junior is an imprint of Abdo Kids, a division of ABDO.

This title looks at the habitat and hunting, eating, and breeding habits of bull sharks. It is broken down into easy-to-read-chapters filled with vibrant, full-color photos. This series is at a Level 1 and is written specifically for beginning readers. Aligned to Common Core standards & correlated to state standards. Dash! is an imprint of Abdo Zoom, a division of ABDO.

Explore Indiana in this comprehensive title! Informative, easy-to-read text and oversized photos showcase the beauty and diversity of this state. Readers learn about the state''s history, cities, land features, animals, industries, sports, famous people, and more! A Tour Book spread highlights kid-friendly things to do in Indiana. Other features include a table of contents, fun facts, a timeline, regional and state maps, a facts page with vital information, a glossary, and an index. Aligned to Common Core Standards and correlated to state standards. Big Buddy Books is an imprint of ABDO Publishing, a division of ABDO.

Field trips are important and exciting days for young people. It gets them out of the classroom where they can learn in a different environment. This title shows all the fun and educational things kids can see and learn about on a field trip to a planetarium. Title is complete with colorful photos that support the simple text. Aligned to Common Core Standards and correlated to state standards. Abdo Kids Junior is an imprint of Abdo Kids, a division of ABDO.

This title looks at the habitat and hunting, eating, and breeding habits of basking sharks. It is broken down into easy-to-read-chapters filled with vibrant, full-color photos. This series is at a Level 1 and is written specifically for beginning readers. Aligned to Common Core standards & correlated to state standards. Dash! is an imprint of Abdo Zoom, a division of ABDO.

This title looks at one of the tiniest and cutest species of fox. Readers will learn more about the fennec fox''s size, where it lives, what it likes to eat, and even compares it to regular-sized fox species. Complete with adorable and colorful photographs that support the simple text. Aligned to Common Core Standards and correlated to state standards. Abdo Kids Junior is an imprint of Abdo Kids, a division of ABDO.

This fun and colorful title explains what a Renaissance festival is and all of the exciting games, foods, costumes, events and more that can be found at one. This title is at a Level 3 and is specifically written for transitional readers. Aligned to Common Core Standards and correlated to state standards. Dash! is an imprint of Abdo Zoom, a division of ABDO.

This book introduces readers to the unique features of pandas. Basic information is covered, such as anatomy, habitat, life cycle, range, diet, and threats. Table of contents, interesting facts, glossary, and index are included. Aligned to Common Core Standards and correlated to state standards. Big Buddy Books is an imprint of Abdo Publishing, a division of ABDO.

This book introduces readers to the unique features of king cobras. Basic information is covered, such as habitat, life cycle, range, diet, predators, and threats. Table of contents, diagrams, interesting facts, maps, glossary, and index are included. Aligned to Common Core Standards and correlated to state standards. Big Buddy Books is an imprint of Abdo Publishing, a division of ABDO.

This title introduces readers to the amazing and intelligent animals, like dogs and monkeys, that are on television and in the movies. This series is at a Level 2 and is written specifically for emerging readers. Aligned to Common Core standards & correlated to state standards. Dash! is an imprint of Abdo Zoom, a division of ABDO.

This book introduces readers to the unique features of tigers. Basic information is covered, such as habitat, life cycle, range, diet and threats. Table of contents, map, interesting facts, glossary, and index are included. Aligned to Common Core Standards and correlated to state standards. Big Buddy Books is an imprint of Abdo Publishing, a division of ABDO.

Christmas is an important Christian holiday that celebrates the birth of Jesus. Readers will learn that people celebrate it by going to Mass, decorating a Christmas tree, giving gifts, and spending time with family and friends. Complete with simple text and colorful photographs. Aligned to Common Core Standards and correlated to state standards. Abdo Kids Junior is an imprint of Abdo Kids, a division of ABDO.

Panda Cubs explores the life of a panda from birth to adulthood. The title will show readers what baby pandas like to eat, how long they rely on their mothers, and at what ages they start learning new things. Aligned to Common Core Standards and correlated to state standards. Abdo Kids Junior is an imprint of Abdo Kids, a division of ABDO.

Kids will love reading all about crabs and strengthening their reading skills. Simple text explaining what crabs look like, where they live, and what they like to eat will be alongside colorful full-bleed images. This title is complete with bolded glossary words, a picture glossary, and a Some Kinds of Crabs page, which will show a few different crab species. Aligned to Common Core Standards and correlated to state standards. Abdo Kids Junior is an imprint of Abdo Kids, a division of ABDO.