Lisa J. Amstutz Books

The celebration of Wesak focuses on honoring Buddha through various traditions, including cleaning and decorating temples, making offerings, and reciting holy texts. It emphasizes the importance of good deeds during the holiday. Readers will explore the diverse ways this significant Buddhist holiday is observed, highlighting the shared yet unique practices among different communities.

Beginning readers are introduced to various farm buildings, including the barn, stables, and machine sheds. The leveled text explains the functions of each structure and their significance in daily farm life, providing an engaging exploration of a farmyard setting.

Dirt bikes are fast and tough. But there are lots of ways to make these motorcycles faster and stronger and readers will love finding out how! Easy-to-read text and action-packed photos will have reluctant readers racing to read this high-interest book.

BMX bikes speed through courses and over big jumps. There's lots of ways to make these bikes tougher and cooler. Readers will love finding out how! Easy-to-read text and action-packed photos will have reluctant readers racing to read this high-interest book.

Flowering plants, cone-bearing plants, ferns, and mosses make up the four main plant groups. Did you know that each of these groups has a different life cycle? This fascinating book investigates the varying life cycles of plants.

Look up! All mountains rise high into the sky, but there is more to these landforms than meets the eye! Some form when two pieces of Earth's crust push up land. Erupting volcanoes form others. Some are growing, while others are shrinking. Give beginning readers all the need-to-know information about mountains, including their characteristics, how they form, and where they can be found around the world.

"Simple text and full-color photos ask multiple-choice questions about which plants seeds grow into"--Provided by publisher.

All islands are surrounded by water, but there is more to these important landforms than meets the eye! Volcanoes formed some islands. Corals formed others. Some are old while others are new. Give beginning readers all the need-to-know information about islands, including their characteristics, how they form, and where they can be found around the world.

Honeybees buzz from flower to flower. Everything they do helps the hive. Appeal to young children's fascination with nature with delightfully simple, fun text and bright, close-up photos. All Little Pebble books have an Accelerated Reader ATOS level of 1.0 or below.

Explore the behaviors and environments of desert animals.

A diamond is shiny. A brick wall is dull. Why are some objects shiny and others dull? Find out in this series about materials and their properties. Informative, at-level text and engaging photographs help readers understand the differences between shiny and dull objects.

Where are all those ants going? Find out how these creatures live together in their busy homes.

All caves are underground, but there is more to these landforms than meets the eye! Water forms some caves, while volcanic lava forms others. Some have waterfalls, while others have huge stalactites and stalagmites. Give beginning readers all the need-to-know information about canyons, including their characteristics, how they form, and where they can be found around the world.

Go-karts are fun and fast. These small vehicles can be made even stronger and faster and readers will love finding out how! Full of action-packed photos and accessible text, this high-interest book puts the reluctant reader behind the wheel.

Tweet! Tweet! Birds make fun pets. Some are small and some are tall. Some are colourful and some have crests. Young readers will learn about the appearance, behaviour and abilities of pet birds, and discover why these feathered friends make amazing pets.

Choppers let riders take to the road in style. These motorcycles are the coolest things on two wheels. But there are lots of ways to make these vehicles faster and louder. Reluctant readers will love finding out how in this easy-to-read and appealing high-interest book.

The library is a very important place in our community! Lots of community helpers work at libraries. Readers will learn about who works at a library, what the workers do, and what makes a library special. Simple, at-level text and vibrant photos help readers learn all about libraries in the community.

Squeal! Guinea pigs make fun pets. Some have long hair and some have almost no hair at all. Some have crests on their heads and others have droopy ears. Young readers will learn about the appearance and behaviour of guinea pigs, and discover why these playful rodents make great pets.

"Describes the characteristics, habitat, behavior, life cycle, and threats to giraffes living in the wild of Africa"--

Woof! Woof! Dogs make fun pets. Some are tiny and some are tall. Some have curly hair and others have straight hair. Young readers will learn about the appearance, behaviour and abilities of pet dogs, and discover why these playful pals make amazing pets.

Squeak! Tiny hamsters make fun pets. Some have a solid colour and others have three different colours. Some have short tails and others have long tails. Young readers will learn about the appearance and behaviour of hamsters, and discover why these curious rodents make great pets.

It's time to celebrate Hanukkah! Light the menorah. Sing songs and eat tasty treats. During Hanukkah, or the Festival of Lights, Jews remember a war they won. This allowed them to freely practise their beliefs.

Featuring a variety of creative projects, this book invites readers to design enchanting fairy gardens and other whimsical garden spaces. It offers inspiration and guidance for crafting delightful miniature landscapes that capture the essence of magic and fantasy, making it perfect for garden enthusiasts and those looking to add a touch of charm to their outdoor spaces.

It's time to celebrate Ramadan. For one month, Muslims don't eat or drink for most of the day. They pray and help the poor. Muslims focus on being thankful during this important Islamic holiday.

This book offers a variety of indoor gardening projects, perfect for those looking to cultivate plants within their homes. It includes step-by-step instructions and creative ideas, making it accessible for both beginners and experienced gardeners. The focus is on enhancing indoor spaces with greenery, promoting a connection to nature regardless of outdoor conditions.

Meow! Meow! Cats make fun pets. Some have short hair and some have long hair. Some have flat noses and others have stubby tails. Young readers will learn about the appearance, behaviour and abilities of pet cats, and discover why these curious creatures make amazing pets.

Passionate about the environment? If so, an environmental club might be the right fit for you! Find out what it takes to join an environmental club or start your own, including information on membership, meetings, and activities. Together, you and your fellow members can participate, create, and most importantly, have fun. Take the plunge, join the club, and get involved!

A bowling ball is heavy. A feather is light. Why are some items heavy and others light? Find out in this series about materials and their properties. Informative, at-level text and engaging photographs help readers understand the differences between heavy and light materials.

The community center is an important part of our community. Lots of people work together to make our community center a great place to be. Readers will learn about who works at the community center, what the workers do, and what makes a community center special. Simple, at-level text and vibrant photos help readers learn all about community centers.

A piece of silk is smooth. Tree bark is rough. Why are some objects smooth and others rough? Find out in this series about materials and their properties. Informative, at-level text and engaging photographs help readers understand the differences between smooth and rough objects.

Stock cars zoom around racetracks with power and speed. But these vehicles can be made even faster and cooler, and readers will love finding out how. This high-interest book's accessible text and dynamic photographs put reluctant readers in the driver's seat.

Parks are important places in our community. It takes many community helpers to keep a park clean and beautiful. Readers will learn about who works at a park, what the workers do, and what makes a city park special. Simple, at-level text and vibrant photos help readers learn all about community parks.

Young readers will discover the practical applications of rulers and tape measures in scientific observation, focusing on how these tools help measure length and height. The book introduces basic measurement concepts through engaging examples, fostering an understanding of the importance of precision in scientific work.

Young readers will discover how scientists utilize thermometers to observe and measure temperature variations. The book introduces concepts of heat and cold, making science accessible and engaging for children. Through clear explanations and vivid illustrations, it encourages curiosity about temperature and its effects on the environment.

Describes methods of entertainment before the invention of the television including radio dramas and moving pictures. Includes fun facts and a Blast from the Past special feature--

Insects, fish, reptiles, birds, amphibians, and mammals make up the six main animal groups. Did you know that each of these groups has a different life cycle? This interesting book examines the life cycle of each animal group.

This title delves into different issues pertaining to transportation pollution and its causes, effects, and how we can proactively deal with it to make our planet a cleaner and healthier place.

Earthworms wriggle in the soil under your feet. Find out how these creatures live in their dark homes.

From birds to fish to polar mammals, there are so many polar animals to learn about. Show Me Polar Animals has more than 100 facts and definitions about animals in the coldest places on Earth.

It's time to celebrate Christmas. There's so much to do! Make Christmas cake and decorate the Christmas tree. Have dinner with your family. Exchange presents. This important Christian holiday celebrates the birth of Jesus Christ.

Despite their size, praying mantises are fierce hunters. Their life cycle and habits are just as fierce. Appeal to young children's fascination with nature with delightfully simple, fun text and bright, close-up photos. All Little Pebble books have an Accelerated Reader ATOS level of 1.0 or below.

Give young nature explorers and zoologists an exciting way to learn about the habitat, hunting features, and behaviours of this carnivorous feline by following it throughout one day. A step-by-step life cycle diagram, critical thinking questions, and further resources will keep fact-hungry kids learning about this fast feline.

Give young nature explorers and zoologists an exciting way to learn about the leafy homes, hunting features, and behaviours of this fascinating reptile by following it throughout one day. A step-by-step life cycle diagram, critical thinking questions, and further resources will keep fact-hungry kids learning about the color-changing chameleon.

"Hills aren't as tall as mountains, but they are still amazing landforms. Movement of Earth's crust form some. Wind and rain move dirt to form others. Some are rocky while others are sandy. Give beginning readers all the need-to-know information about hills, including their characteristics, how they form, and where they can be found around the world"--

All canyons are deep, steep valleys, but there is more to these landforms than meets the eye! Rivers form some canyons, while the movement of Earth's crust forms others. To get to the bottom of the Grand Canyon in Arizona, you would have to travel more than a mile! This book give beginning readers all the need-to-know information about canyons, including their characteristics, how they form, and where they can be found around the world.

All valleys are long, low cuts in the earth, but there is more to these landforms than meets the eye! While rivers form most, glaciers and splits in the Earth's crust can form others. Some are at the bottom of the sea! Give beginning readers all the need-to-know information about valleys, including their characteristics, how they form, and where they can be found around the world.

Say hello to tiny but mighty ants! Young readers will get the fast facts on these hardworking insects, including ant body parts, habitats, and life cycles. Along the way, they will also uncover surprising and fascinating facts. Simple text, close-up photos, and a fun activity make this a perfect introduction to the bustling world of ants.

Flitter and flutter! It’s a pretty butterfly! Young readers will get the fast facts on these colorful insects, including butterfly body parts, habitats, life cycles, and why they are important to the environment. Along the way, they will also uncover surprising and fascinating facts! Simple text, close-up photos, and a fun activity make this a perfect introduction to the beautiful world of butterflies.

Skitter, skitter! A cockroach scurries by in a flash. Young readers will get the fast facts on these tough insects, including cockroach body parts, habitats and life cycles. Along the way, they will also uncover surprising and fascinating facts! Simple text, close-up photos and a fun activity make this a perfect introduction to the creepy-crawly world of cockroaches.

What’s that buzz? Bees! Young readers will get the fast facts about these busy insects, including bee body parts, habitats, life cycles, and why they are important to the environment. Along the way, they will also uncover surprising and fascinating facts. Simple text, close-up photos, and a fun activity make this a perfect introduction to the humming world of bees.

Quad bikes are able to tackle the toughest terrain around. But there are lots of ways to make these vehicles faster and cooler and readers will love finding out how! Packed with action-filled photos and easy-to-read text, this high-interest book puts the reluctant reader in the driver's seat!