New Releases by Rebecca Rissman

This amazing book utilizes real-size photographs to teach young learners about different types of rocks and soil. Instead of using words alone to explain the appearance and composition of different types of rocks and soil, this book conveys information with accurately-sized photographs. Simple, leveled text helps readers access this information and build vocabulary."

Children will love looking at the photographs and learning new words in this simple label book.

A naughty boy learns that telling the truth is always better than making excuses.

A park-themed counting book that helps readers identify the numbers one to twenty.

Should Charlotte share? Guide readers through the decision-making process with this simple title that shows possible outcomes for common choices. Clear photographs present the scenario and possible outcomes, while simple text asks readers "What would you do?" Brief explanations after each scenario spark conversation for a deeper discussion of the issue.

Engaging photographs showcase the sights of such holidays and festivals as New Year''s Eve, Easter, Ramadan, and Christmas.

It''s time to eat! Children will love looking at the photograps and learning new words in this simple label book. Enjoy teaching children new vocabulary as they explore a world of food and drinks and learn to say what they see.

Introduces children to decision making and shows the consequences of both good decisions and bad decisions.

Simple, leveled text helps readers access information about simple machines.

Introduces the different noises that animals make, featuring the sounds of such animals as cats, birds, lions, and ducks.

Shows possible outcomes for common pet-related choices.

Teaches children the differences between living and nonliving things in the rain forest.

Introduces children to decision making and shows the consequences of both good decisions and bad decisions. Suggested level: junior.

The Is If Living or Nonliving? series helps children to understand the difference between things that are alive and things that have never been alive. Featuring beautiful photographs from the natural world, the books use a question-based approach to engage and involve the reader. Careful explanations ensure children can grasp the concepts with confidence. This book looks at grasslands, and the plants and animals that live there. Read and Learn is an extensive collection of nonfiction books that help young readers discover and understand the world around them. Headings in the form of questions help children to focus and ask their own questions. Each book contains a glossary and an index, offering young readers an introduction to these important features of nonfiction text. Book jacket.

Examines the benefits of making safe decisions.

"Colorful images, rhyming text, and a playful design make counting to ten fun for young learners!"--P. [4] of cover.

Offers tips on reading, including an explanation on different genres, on how to scan for information, and tips for reading on the Internet.

"To-do list: ace math test, outsmart teacher"--Cover.

"To-do list: finish book report, write in journal"--Cover.

A home-themed counting book that helps readers identify the numbers one to twenty.

Helps readers identify items at the park beginning with each letter of the alphabet.

Do you see that insect, crawling on the ground? It''s a beetle! Its shell is smooth and round. This book uses simple rhymes and engaging images to teach readers about beetles.

Did you see that bug, rushing through the sky? What could it be? Oh, it''s a dragonfly! This book uses simple rhymes and engaging images to teach readers about dragonflies.

"To-do list: finish science fair project, ace science test!--Cover.

A forest-themed counting book that helps readers identify the numbers one to twenty.

An ocean-themed counting book that helps readers identify the numbers one to twenty.

An illustrated book showing the patterns that can be found in nature.

Helps readers identify items at the store beginning with each letter of the alphabet.

Let''s search for creepy critters. Look under that plant. What''s that crawling by? It''s a little ant! This book uses simple rhymes and engaging images to teach readers about ants.

Have you ever seen a caterpillar? They''re usually looking for something to eat! They love to eat anything green, but leaves are their favorite treat. This book uses simple rhymes and engaging images to teach readers about caterpillars.