Most Popular Books by Kim Thompson

Leopards are big cats with a deadly ability--taking down their victim with a bite to the throat. It''s smart to stay away from these dangerous mammals in the wild! This book introduces readers to fascinating facts about leopards, including their features and behaviors. Vibrant photographs will give readers an up-close look at this dangerous mammal!

On a sunny day, Fred and Freddy''s lemonade stand gets very busy. What happens when it gets too busy? This funny illustrated story with decodable text features high-frequency words, words to help with short vowel/long vowel discrimination, and words with the long e sound spelled with y. Includes activities for further learning, audio, comprehension questions, educational front/back matter, full-color illustrations, note to parents and educators, and sight words. Downloadable Teacher Notes available.

It takes force to make something move. You can exert force on an object by pushing it or pulling it. Find out how little and big pushes and pulls make things happen all around us! Fully decodable text features high-frequency words, and words with the consonant digraphs ng and sh. Also features tips for teachers and caregivers along with additional information at the end to build the reader''s background knowledge of the topic. Downloadable Teacher Notes available.

"Introduce beginning readers to the world of baby bobcats with this life science starter. Includes photos, a labeled animal diagram, "Make a Noise" section, glossary, and further resources"--

Elephants are the largest land animal on Earth. For the most part, these gentle giants just want to keep to themselves. However, when they feel threatened or want to protect their young, elephants can be dangerous. This book introduces readers to fascinating facts about elephants, including their features and behaviors. Vibrant photographs will give readers an up-close look at this dangerous mammal!

Mountain lions are found all over the Americas, and they''re top predators in many of their habitats. With sharp teeth and the ability to pounce more than 40 feet away, these predators are dangerous hunters. This book introduces readers to fascinating facts about mountain lions, including their features and behaviors. Vibrant photographs will give readers an up-close look at this dangerous mammal!

"Introduce beginning readers to the world of baby geckos with this life science starter. Includes photos, a labeled animal diagram, "Make a Noise" section, glossary, and further resources"-- Provided by publisher.

The world is full of amazing animals to wonder about. Sometimes, cats are quiet stalkers. Sometimes, they are noisy! They make over 100 sounds, and they use body language too. Why do they meow? In Why Do Cats Meow?, part of the Do You Ever Wonder about Animals? series, learn the facts that will answer all your cat questions.

"Learn about WNBA star Angel Reese in [a] ... biography packed with action photos and fact-filled text. Elementary sports fans will learn about Reese''s childhood, her record-breaking college basketball career, and her rookie year with the Chicago Sky"--

Tib the dinosaur wants to build a big, amazing rig. How do Tib and some hardworking friends make the dream come true? Bit by bit! Fully decodable text features high-frequency words, and words with the short i sound combined with selected consonant letters. Downloadable Teacher Notes available.

Learn what a rectangle is and what makes it special. Then, find this shape used in things all around you--at home, at school, and everywhere! Also includes a page for caregivers and teachers that suggests guiding questions to help aid in reading comprehension. Downloadable Teacher Notes available.

Can you believe that there are about 1.5 billion cars in the world? Or that the first electric vehicle was invented in the 1800s? It''s all true! Look inside this book to discover more astounding facts about vehicles throughout history and around the world. The book also includes a page for caregivers and teachers that suggests guiding questions to help aid in reading comprehension. Downloadable Teacher Notes available.

What does Gramps do all day while May is at school? Does he get so busy that there''s no time for after-school play? No way! This funny illustrated story with decodable text features high-frequency words, words to help with short vowel, long vowel discrimination, and words with the long a sound spelled with the vowel team ay. Includes activities for further learning, audio, comprehension questions, educational front/back matter, full-color illustrations, note to parents and educators, and sight words. Downloadable Teacher Notes available.

How can people recycle food waste and create rich compost that helps plants grow? By farming worms! Learn about vermicomposting and how it can help reduce human impacts on our planet. Fully decodable text features high-frequency words, and words with the b and r sounds. Also features tips for teachers and caregivers along with additional information at the end to build the reader''s background knowledge of the topic. Downloadable Teacher Notes available.

Down in the deep, it''s time for the big race to the reef. All the swimmers will need their speed! This funny story engages beginning readers while supporting them with learning resources and bonus features. Fully decodable text features high-frequency words, words to help with short vowel/long vowel discrimination, and words with the long e sound spelled with the vowel team ee. Downloadable Teacher Notes available.

Busy toad workers make loaves of bread for hungry customers. Come take a tour of the Toad Loaves factory! This funny story engages beginning readers while supporting them with learning resources and bonus features. Fully decodable text features high-frequency words, words to help with short vowel/long vowel discrimination, and words with the long o sound spelled with the vowel team oa. Downloadable Teacher Notes available.

The world is full of amazing animals to wonder about. Busy ants seem to scurry around endlessly. They work together to help their colonies survive. Do they ever rest? In Do Ants Sleep?, part of the Do You Ever Wonder about Animals? series, learn the facts that will answer all your ant questions.

"When winter comes, temperatures drop. The cold is a normal part of the weather outside. There''s nothing special about it, right? Wrong! Cold air can do amazing things. It makes snow fall, cracks rocks open, and keeps ponds and lakes cozy for fish. Become a weather wizard and learn why cold can be so cool."--Page [4] of cover.