PreK-8

This illustrated collection of poems captures the comfort of home. There are verses about everyday household items, life during different seasons, celebrations, haikus about vacations, and much more.

This illustrated anthology introduces children to classic and contemporary poets from Spain and Latin America. They include Amado Nervo, Federico García Lorca, and Gloria Fuertes.

This book teaches children all about ladybugs, including what they eat, how they defend themselves, how they reproduce, and how change color as they age.

Ada Ríos grew up in a small, poor town in Paraguay that was built on a landfill. Most inhabitants eked out a living by digging through the trash to find things to recyclable things to sell. One day, her grandmother saw a sign that changed Ada's life. ...

The sun's structure, atmosphere, and other features are introduced in collaboration with related mathematical problems in this noteworthy companion to the elementary science and math curricula.

La Paz is a happy but noisy place. Yearning for a little peace and quiet, the townspeople elect Don Pepe as their mayor. He soon outlaws singing. Even the tea kettles are afraid to make a sound. One day, a rooster comes to town and does what rooster...

The little boy in this story imitates the behavior he sees around him and does not understand why he always gets in trouble for it. When he sees that adults get in trouble, too, for things like saying bad words or speeding, he feels a lot better.

National Geographic introduces children to the fascinating, varied world of snakes. They will learn how they move, what they eat, and much more.

Do you think a snake would make a good pet? This fact-filled book uses bright, vivid images in conjunction with descriptive and informative language to let readers decide if they think these cold-blooded reptiles would make good pets.

This book explains the science behind 50 everyday items. Divided into sections entitled Food, Getting Ready, Entertainment, At Home, In Town, and Transportation, it teaches children where flour comes from, why we use soap, how cartoons are created, why...

Early readers will learn all about horses and stallions in this appealing book that features vibrant photos, captivating facts, and simple, informative text.

Guachipira is a little bird that has never flown away from home. One day, her family begins acting rather strangely. To cure them, she knows she must travel far and wide to gather ingredients to make the remedies they need. This picture book...

Luk's beloved elephant Mali is injured when she steps on a landmine and loses one of her legs. Readers will be touched to see how she is cared for, fitted for a prosthetic, and learns to walk again with Luk's unwavering help.

In the beginning, when day and night did not exist, the Warao--the native inhabitants of the Orinoco Delta--lived in darkness. This traditional tale explains the origin of the sun and the moon.

In book one, Billie B. is asked to show Mika, the new student from Japan, around. When Mika begins to copy everything Billie does, she gets really annoyed. In the second story, Billie B. must learn to overcome her fear of swimming. Help comes in a way...

When Stanley Yelnats is falsely convicted of stealing a famous basketball player's sneakers, he opts to do his time at Camp Green Lake rather than go to jail. In fact, no lake exists, and Camp Green Lake, a juvenile detention center, is anything but...

In this sequel to Taking Sides, Lincoln and his barrio brother Tony Contreras are invited to Japan as exchange students. During their stay, they learn about their own dual identity as Mexican-Americans, family closeness, and the universal nature of hard...

With sensitivity and striking realism, Gary Soto tells the story of Lincoln Mendoza, a high school basketball player who makes the great leap from the barrio to the suburbs. The transition is a difficult one for Lincoln, whose allegiance to his new team...

Stargirl, a new tenth grader, arrives at school and causes a sensation. She plays the ukulele, wears crazy outfits, and has a pet mouse. She is endlessly kind and seemingly carefree. After social ups and downs, Stargirl finds companionship when Leo...

Rosa Parks was an amazing woman. She stood up for herself and for her beliefs. One day, Parks refused to give up her seat to a white man on a bus. Her actions helped spark the civil rights movement. Today, people have more freedom in America because of...

Based on a true story, this book tells how Roy and Silo, two male penguins, form a family at New York's Central Park Zoo. When the couple is given the chance to nurture a fertilized egg, they care for it until a chick hatches. Soft watercolor...

In this installment, Billie B. loses her first tooth and has a run-in with the school bully.

Enter the world of ten-year-old Kenny and his family, the Weird Watsons of Flint, Michigan. When Momma and Dad decide it's time for a visit to Grandma, Dad comes home with the amazing Ultra-Glide, and the Watsons head South to Birmingham, Alabama.....

Bud does not want to return to the orphanage after his disastrous night at the Amos's house; therefore, he decides to go in search of the band leader whom he believes to be the father he has never known. Readers will find this heart-warming Depression...

In 2008, BMX made its debut as an Olympic event. In the 2000 Sydney games, 25 world records and 11 Olympic records were set in swimming. A psychological study done during the 1992 Olympics showed that winners of the bronze medal were happier than those...

Clementina the turtle wants to see the world, but her macho mate Arturo never takes her ambitions seriously. Overburdened with the gifts and house wares that Arturo has given her, Clementina ventures out of her shell to begin a new life on her own.

This illustrated book shows children how doctors take care of their patients.

Fighting crime in Gotham City is no small feat. Good thing Batman has many tools of the trade and tricks up his sleeve.

The boys are thrilled when the date for the intramural soccer tournament is announced until they learn that at least two girl starters must be on each school team. Readers will enjoy seeing how both the girl and boy athletes react and what they...

Tomás and his friends see things that each one wants to buy, but they do not have any money. Just when the trio doesn't think they could feel any sadder, a magic coin rolls buy. Once they catch it, they learn they can only buy one thing with it. ...

From one of the most talented Latino writers in the United States comes this brilliant collection of stories whose characters all have a passion for life. Soto's portrayals offer strong psychological insight and describe situations that readers can...

Having a rhino at home could be very useful. He could eat your report card before your parents see it, help your grandmother make donuts, and help you get a better allowance from your father at the end of the week, but best of all, he could be a lovable...

What makes Abigail Adams such an amazing American? Young readers will find out in this intriguing biography.

It is important for us to remember the events of the past. One way to preserve our history is by building landmarks. Visiting these places and learning about them helps us appreciate our past and guides our future. Colorful images, supporting text, a...

We must take care of the Earth and protect our environment. Colorful images, supporting text, a glossary, table of contents, and index all work together to convey this important message.

Many of America's natural landmarks have become famous. They remind us of the power of nature. It is important to preserve these places so that everyone can enjoy them.

Felicia accompanies her mother as she cleans houses. Bored one day at Mrs. Fitzpatrick's home, she begins to explore even though she has been warned not to. When she sees a swing set in the yard, she cannot resist and goes outside to play. Much to...

This set contains 40 books aligned to the third grade science curriculum. For more information, please contact Hilda Viskovic at hviskovic@lectorum.com.

Children will love this illustrated adaptation of the classic Latin American song Estaba la rana for its rhyme and the cumulative nature of the lyrics.

Tia Isa wants to buy a car, but she does not have enough money saved up. Her young niece takes on a number of odd jobs and surprises her aunt with the balance she needs.