Twelve-year-old Alex Sherlock, his thirteen-year-old sister Zoe, and their friends Lina and Yadi decide to spend their summer in Miami investigating the many "cold cases" their grandfather accumulated during his years as a reporter--first up, Al Capone and a buried treasure.

"In this book, early fluent readers will learn about the history of Kwanzaa, including when, where, and who first celebrated it, its meaning, the traditions associated with it, including lighting kinara candles, hosting a karamu, and gift-giving, and how it is celebrated in different parts of the world today. Vibrant, full-color photos and carefully leveled text will engage young readers as they learn more about the history behind this popular holiday....

"This title takes an in-depth look at voting rights in the US, particularly examining when certain groups of people won the right to vote. Special features expand on the text and highlight why voting is important"-- Provided by publisher.

"This fun activity book is packed with brain-teasing puzzles, useful facts and clever tips that will teach you how to play chess and improve your game."--Provided by publisher.

"Every spring, frogs and salamanders must travel from wooded uplands to vernal pools where they were born, now to mate. Unfortunately, roads constructed through their habitats have made the journey dangerous for these slow-moving animals. Many never reach their destinations. But with the help of the Amphibian Migration Team, there is hope for a safe crossing! Playful and informative, Safe Crossing offers an empowering example of how even the youngest...

"It's time for the creatures to wake up! Find out about animals that hibernate, and use the clever peek-through holes to watch them wake up"--Page [4] of cover.

Issued also in electronic format. Nevin and Grandpa are heading to the park today. At each part of their adventure, Nevin chooses for himself and shows Grandpa just how much he knows.

Squirrel is apprehensive about the arrival of Spring until he spots a wildflower and tries to claim it as his own, not understanding his overbearing protectiveness is doing more harm than good. Includes information on flowers.

"No matter how hard she tries, Triangle doesn't roll like the circles, or stack like the squares. Off she goes to find friends that look exactly like her, only to discover playtime isn't as fun. But what if she can get all the different shapes playing and having fun together?"--Amazon.com.

"Developed by literacy experts and educators for students in PreK through grade two, this book introduces beginning readers to kangaroo joeys through simple, predictable text and related photos"-- Provided by publisher.