Best Selling Books by Thomas K. Adamson

Trash cans and dumpsters are the weights garbage trucks lift with their robotic arms. Once lifted, the bins lose their weight, being flipped upside down and emptied into the trucksÕ hoppers. In this low-level title, children will pick up a basic knowledge of garbage trucks.

Karts aren’t just for the amusement park. They can reach speeds up to 160 miles per hour! Many racing greats have gotten their start on the local kart tracks. Reluctant readers will love learning about these small but powerful racers in this thrilling title.

The Lamborghini Hurácan Evo is a streamlined and elegant car. In this hi-lo title, reluctant readers will learn about the history and features of this speedy sports car through vibrant photos and engaging text. Profile features highlight some basic aspects of the car and showcase the car''s engine and capabilities. Car lovers will race to finish this high-octane look at one of the most stylish sports cars on the market!

Did you know that a monster truck weighs as much as an elephant? These powerful trucks wow with mind-boggling jumps and stunts. Fans of these awesome vehicles will love digging into their history, parts, and competitions. This title will keep reluctant readers on the edge of their seats!

The other team drives the ball towards the net. But Nikola Jokic stands in their way. He blocks the shot! In this hi/lo title, reluctant readers will learn about the life and career of this basketball star. Vibrant photos and engaging text bring readers into the action of Jokic''s outstanding basketball career. Special features include a profile, trophy shelf, and map showing where Jokic has played.

An airplane taking off and disappearing into the clouds is a remarkable sight. ItÕs like a birdÕs flight taken to a new level. In fact, only the RuppellÕs griffon vulture can fly as high, at heights above 30,000 feet! This title will get beginning readers off the ground and soaring.

In 2005, Hurricane Katrina swept through the Gulf of Mexico, leaving destruction in its wake. Winds of 125 miles per hour and storm surges as high as 19 feet tall pounded coastlines, displacing millions of people from their homes. In this hi/lo title, reluctant readers will learn about the events of this disaster and its aftermath. Special features including a chart and a map show the extent of devastation caused by the hurricane.

Bryce Harper had an early start to baseball. The skills he gained after years of practice have earned him the nickname ÒThe ShowmanÓ for being a star hitter in times of trouble! In this hi-lo title, readers will learn about HarperÕs turbulent career as he balanced success with various injuries. Special features include quick facts including an impressive high school home run and a timeline detailing HarperÕs achievements. This book is sure to draw in curious sports fans and keep reluctant readers interested!

On May 18, 1980, Mount St. Helens erupted in Washington. The blast caused millions of dollars of damage and affected the lives of thousands. In this hi/lo text, reluctant readers will learn about eruption, from the events leading up to it to everything that followed. Special features highlight the areas affected by the blast, the timeline of events, and the ways in which the area has healed in the years since.

Serena Williams is one of the greatest tennis players of all time. In this high-low title, reluctant readers will learn about Serena''s rise to stardom and reign at the top. Lively photos and engaging text bring Serena''s career to life for readers to experience. Special features include a timeline of her career, a list of her biggest achievements, her favorite things, and more!

Jaguars prowl through the rain forest while anacondas lurk in the waters of the famed Amazon River. Both of these animals are feared by animals and humans alike, but do they fear one another? In this high-interest title, readers will learn why weapons like sharp teeth and spotted bodies make both of these animals formidable fighters. Features such as profiles, comparison graphics, and a final fight narrative make high-intensity read hard to put down!

A sport created with racing in mind evolved into what we now know as BMX freestyle. Now more durable and sturdy, these bikes can support an ambitious biker. With spinning handlebars and pegs for fancy footwork, these athletes will surely impress. Ride along in this active title for reluctant readers.

Imagine riders carving down long slopes littered with difficult obstacles and snow piles. These snowboarders show courage, creativity, and endurance. Young readers will be swept away by the inspirational athletes of snowboarding slopestyle!

South America is a remarkable continent, with its lush Amazon rain forest and its vibrant cities. But did you know that South America has the world''s highest waterfall? Or that a South American desert is the driest on Earth? Learn more about the diverse continent of South America, from its people and countries to its landforms, economy, and more.

Two heavyweights clash on the African savanna! Though neither elephants nor rhinos seek out fightsse huge mammals should not be taken lightly. This high-interest title compares how the two animals defend themselves, from deadly tusks to fighting moves. Profiles call out statistics like height and weight, and graphs compare tusks to horns. A closing narrative takes readers through an elephant vs. rhino battle. Who will come out on top?

Venus is the same size as Earth. Learn more about the solar system''s hottest planet.

Grab your board and hit the streets! This sport requires little equipment other than what is naturally provided from block to block. Street style skaters grind rails and ledges, and jump over stairs and other obstacles. Get ready to soar through the city in this fun title for beginner readers.

"Explores various perspectives on the Apollo 11 moon landing. The reader''s choices reveal the historical details"--

The World Cup is soccerÕs greatest event. And no country has been more successful at it than Brazil. The team has won a record five World Cup titles since the event started in 1930. From most goals scored to number of championships, the soccer records offered in this title are sure to impress!

"Discusses the planet Neptune, including observations by ancient cultures, current knowledge of Neptune, and plans for future scientific research and space exploration"--

Lionel Messi dribbles through defenders. He lines up his shot. Goal! In this high-low text, reluctant readers will learn about the storied career of this all-time great soccer player. Special features showcase some of Messi''s greatest achievements, where he''s played, his favorite things, and more. Engaging text and vibrant photos bring Messi''s career to life on the page!

Pluto is now a dwarf planet. Learn more about the fascinating, cold world of Pluto.

Gliding through the open ocean with their heavy bodies and paddle-like fins, oceanic whitetip sharks are an elusive species. Scientists yearn to learn more about these endangered predators! This title gives young readers an engaging introduction to the sharks’ fierce appearance and behaviors through leveled text and fascinating photos. Special features highlighting size, diet, range, and more visually reinforce the informative text.

This action-packed sport allows for creativity and skill to come together. Motocross freestyle focuses on the style of these athletes and what they can achieve while flying through the air. Whether itÕs superman grabs or backflips, these riders are true athletes. Struggling readers will take their hands off the brakes in this adrenaline-pumping title!

Swish! Stephen Curry has just made a record-breaking 3-point shot. This moment cements his place as a basketball legend! Unbelievable basketball records are on display in this exciting title for young readers. The book explores favorite teams and players who dribbled their way into stardom by scoring points, making passes, and more!

"Discusses the planet Uranus, including observations by ancient cultures, current knowledge of Uranus, and plans for future scientific research and space exploration"--

Have you ever wanted to travel to other planets? Maybe you''d like to dive to the bottom of the sea or walk among the dinosaurs. These things don''t seem possible. But with virtual reality they can seem real. Strap on a pair of goggles and grab a controller to fight in space battles, fly over mountains, or even take a trip inside the human body. In this nonfiction graphic novel, Max Axiom and the Society of Super Scientists take a tour through the wonders of virtual reality to learn how it works, how it''s used today, and what it might look like in the future.

Connor McDavid skates and slides between defenders at the Conference Semifinals. He pulls back his hockey stick, aiming at the net, andÉgoal! This hi-lo title details McDavidÕs professional hockey career and where his future may lead. Readers are treated to special features and facts that detail McDavidÕs personal preferences and professional accomplishments as well as a timeline of his important achievements. Vibrant images and engaging text are sure to keep reluctant readers turning the page!

The Lamborghini Sián is Lamborghini''s first ever hybrid car. It is also one of their most powerful cars yet! In this hi-lo title, readers will learn about the history and features of this car through vibrant photos and engaging text. Special features highlight the engine specs and basics of the Sián and map where it began. This hybrid car is the future of sports cars!

There is so much to learn about the planet we call home. Learn about Earth''s conditions and what makes it unique in the solar system.

Introduces readers to landscape maps and their many uses, especially in daily life. Features labeled infographics that highlight special features on the map to enhance reader understanding. Additional features include colorful photos, captions, a table of contents, a phonetic glossary, sources for further research, and an index.

Young readers will wonder at the immensity and diversity of the planets in this new Pebble Plus series on the galaxy. Each book provides information on the unique characteristics of the planet, its relationship to the Sun and the Earth, and what it would be like to live on that planet if life were possible. Pebble Plus offers the same high-quality nonfiction topics and low reading levels as Pebble Books in an enlarged, graphically enhanced format. This series explores and supports the standard "The Physical Setting: The Universe," as required by Benchmarks for Science Literacy: Project 2061.

Did you know the Sun is really a star? That bright yellow star gives Earth light and heat. Find out more about the Sun and its place in the solar system.