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My Family (Our Values - Level 1): A Journey into the Heart of Family

This heartwarming and insightful book, "My Family," is part of the "Our Values" series, designed specifically for young readers. It gently explores the complex and beautiful concept of family, providing a foundation for understanding the diverse forms it can take.

What is a Family?

The book opens with a simple yet profound definition: family is made up of the people we care about. It then delves deeper, explaining that families can consist of those we are related to biologically, as well as individuals we cherish and admire, including role models.

Exploring the Different Faces of Family

"My Family" goes beyond the traditional nuclear family, acknowledging that families come in many shapes and sizes. The book showcases the different ways family members can be related, opening young minds to the diverse tapestry of human connection.

Review: A Compassionate Introduction to Family

"My Family" is a beautifully crafted introduction to the concept of family, written in a clear and engaging style that resonates with young readers. The book gently emphasizes the importance of love, care, and connection, fostering a sense of belonging and understanding in young hearts.

This book is a valuable resource for parents, educators, and anyone who wants to introduce young children to the multifaceted and deeply personal concept of family. It encourages inclusivity and acceptance, laying the groundwork for fostering healthy relationships and a sense of community.

What's That I Hear? (All About My Senses)

**Unveiling the World of Sounds**

"What's That I Hear?" takes young readers on a captivating journey into the world of sound, exploring how we experience and understand this fundamental aspect of our environment.

A Symphony of Sounds

From the melodic strains of music to the cacophony of street traffic, sounds are an integral part of our everyday lives. This book delves into the fascinating world of auditory perception, revealing how sounds alert us to danger, evoke emotions, and shape our experiences.

Exploring the Mechanisms of Sound

Through engaging text and vibrant photographs, young readers will gain a clear understanding of how sounds are created and how our ears process them. The book explains the science behind different sounds, from the gentle rustle of leaves to the powerful roar of a lion.

Enriching Vocabulary and Knowledge

The "Words to Know" section provides a helpful glossary of key terms, expanding readers' vocabulary and deepening their understanding of the subject matter. The "Further Reading" section encourages further exploration, sparking a thirst for knowledge and a desire to learn more about the wonders of sound.

Review: A Delightful Exploration

"What's That I Hear?" is an engaging and informative book that captivates young readers with its vibrant visuals and accessible language. The book's clear explanations and engaging style make learning about sound both enjoyable and enriching. This book is a valuable tool for parents, educators, and anyone seeking to introduce young children to the fascinating world of auditory perception.

<p>The Whispering Cloth: A Refugee's Story</p>

<p>Mai spends her days at the Widows' Store, listening to the Hmong women as they stitch and talk, stitch and talk. They are making pa'ndau---brightly colored story cloths--which they sell to the traders from Chiang Khan. Mai wishes she, too, could make one of the beautiful pa'ndau, but what story could she tell? This moving and poignant tale depicts life in a refugee camp in Thailand. Mai lives there with her grandmother, who helps her as she struggles to perfect her stitchery. Only by going back into her own brief and tragic past can she find a story to tell--one of hope and faith in the midst of war and confinement. Anita Riggio has rendered lush and sensitive watercolors that frame the story. You Yang, a Hmong immigrant, has stitched the pa'ndau that tell Mai's tale.</p>

<p>Rechenka's Eggs (Paperstar)</p>

<p>Old Babushka, known throughout all of Moskva for her beautifully painted eggs, is preparing her eggs for the Easter Festival when she takes in an injured goose. She names the goose Rechenka, and they live happily together until one day when Rechenka accidentally overturns a basket, breaking all of Babushka's lovingly crafted eggs.</p>

<p>But the next morning Babushka has a surprise awaiting her in the basket. She cries: A miracle! It is one of many in this charmingly told tale of friendship and caring.</p>

<p>With vibrant illustrations, Patricia Polacco has joyously re-created the flavor of Old Moscow and its festivals. The eggs, stunningly colored and intricately designed, are authentic reproductions of eggs painted in the Ukrainian style.&nbsp;Rechenka's Eggs&nbsp;is a timeless story of classic beauty.</p>

<p>Sometimes I'm Bombaloo (Scholastic Bookshelf: Feelings)</p>

<p>Vail &amp; Heo deliver a wise, warm take on tantrums.</p>

<p>Let the Scholastic Bookshelf be your guide through the whole range of your child's experiences--laugh with them, learn with them, read with them!</p>

<p>Category: Feelings</p>

<p>Sometimes, Katie loses her temper.Sometimes she uses her feet and her fists instead of words. When Katie is this mad, she's just not herself. Sometimes, she's BOMBALOO.</p>

<p>Being BOMBALOO is scary. But a little time-out and a lot of love calm BOMBALOO down and help Katie feel like Katie again!</p>

<p>My New Family</p>

<p>This non-fiction title supports and explains a child's world, reinforcing positive social messages around being a contributing family member, a good student, and a good citizen. When paired with its fiction title counterpart, it allows emerging readers to engage with both fiction and informational texts on the same subject matter, thus gaining different perspectives, new vocabulary and new approaches to the same content.</p>

<p>Bad Luck, Lucy! (Tadpoles)</p>

<p>Lucy saw a shiny coin. Dad siad it was lucky. Lucy wanted to show everyone her new find</p>

<p>Yellow Duck (Joy Cowley Club)</p>

<p>Yellow Duck goes on a trip to the playroom. How does she get there?</p>

<p>My Family Celebrates Hanukkah</p>

<p>Spin the dreidel! Eat some latkes! Learn all about why people celebrate Hanukkah through bright illustrations, recall questions, and charming text. Extend learning with photos in the back matter.</p>

<p>My Fantastica Family (Sofia Martinez)</p>

<p>Sofia Martinez loves her familia! Her cousins, aunts, uncles, and abuela are a huge part of her life. Whether they are at a sunny beach or stuck in a dark house without electricity, the Martinez family knows how to make the best of every situation. Join Sofia and her fantástica familia on three fun adventures in this early chapter book, which includes a Spanish glossary.</p>

<p>My New Room, My New Brothers</p>

<p>This fiction title supports and explains a child's world, reinforcing positive social messages around being a contributing family member, a good student, and a good citizen. When paired with its non-fiction title counterpart, it allows emerging readers to engage with both fiction and informational texts on the same subject matter, thus gaining different perspectives, new vocabulary and new approaches to the same content.</p>

<p>Five Teddy Bears (Tadpoles)</p>

<p>Five teddy bears go out of the door. One meets a little girl. Now there are four... So who will eat the picnic?</p>

<p>My Red Velvet Cape</p>

<p>Mateo is so excited. It's his birthday and he can't wait! Not only will there be a party later with friends but his grandmother is bringing him a very special gift: a red velvet cape. It's a cape for superheroes! Mateo imagines all the wonderful things that will happen when he wears the cape, from not needing to hold his big sister's hand on the way to the bus to being more popular at school. But is the gift really what he thinks it is? Or did Mateo misunderstand what his grandmother said?</p>

<p>Andy Shane, Hero At Last</p>

<p>A bicycle-decorating contest provides Andy with a humorous and highly appreciated opportunity to save the hometown parade.</p>

<p>There are two things Andy Shane wants more than anything — to win the contest for best-decorated bike in the parade, and . . . to be a hero. He has a great idea for the bike part, although high-strung Dolores is upping the ante with her paper-daisy-covered helmets for her and her cat. But the second goal has Andy stumped, until the parade is in motion and his eagle eyes catch the reason why the drum corps has suddenly thrown the marchers out of whack. Pass the baton to a lovably low-key hero as he saves the day in another adventure for early chapter-book readers.</p>

<p>My Family Celebrates Kwanzaa</p>

<p>Kwanzaa traces its origins to the American Civil Rights era. Critical thinking questions and fast facts prompt young readers to engage with this fun narrative and learn all about Kwanzaa.</p>

<p>My Family (Rosen Common Core Readers)</p>

<p>My Family was written to support the Common Core State Standards for English/Language Arts. Readers will meet the family through the eyes of an African-American child. Carefully leveled text and bright friendly photographs invite readers in to the roles of family members. CCSS English Language Arts Strands &amp; Standards: Literacy.RI.K.6, Literacy.L.K.1</p>

<p>A Day At Mini-Golf : What's The Length?</p>

<p>Its time for a round of mini-golf! Begin your game by choosing a putter, a colorful ball, and practicing your swing. What is the distance from the tee area to the cup for each hole? Find out as you learn about both standard and metric units of measurement during your game. Determine the length of each hole by estimating length, expressing length units, and using measurement tools. Go for a hole in one in this great mini-golf adventure!</p>

<p>Moving Day (Green Light Reader - Level 2)</p>

<p>Annie does&nbsp;not&nbsp;want to move to a new place. Will an adorable puppy help change her mind?</p>

<p>What's That I See? (All About My Senses)</p>

<p>Colors, lights, and movement all attract our attention. Seeing is one of the senses that is used most. Through easy-to-follow text and brightly colored photos, early readers will learn about different sights and why sight is important. Words to Know helps readers understand new vocabulary, while a Further Reading section will encourage deeper research.</p>

<p>Boris Keeps Fit (Upper Emergent) (Read! Explore! Imagine! Fiction Readers: Level 1.8)</p>

<p>Beginning readers will follow along as Boris the grumpy basset hound demonstrates his fitness routine in this fun book. Boris runs, does push-ups, and lifts weights to stay strong and feel good. Young readers will love these goofy illustrations and easy-to-read font as they learn about the importance of exercising and staying fit.</p>