Reading a biography of Christopher Columbus inspires Frannie and Freddie, frog sister and brother, to build a boat to explore a big pond.
Betsy Maestro Books
Before embarking on a career in children's literature, Betsy Maestro was an educator. Her writing focuses on helping young readers understand and appreciate history through engaging narratives. Her distinctive style and narrative approach make her a significant voice in children's literature.
Let's-Read-and-Find-Out Science - 2: Why Do Leaves Change Color?
- 32 pages
- 2 hours of reading
As children jump into piles of leaves and help their parents rake the yard, they also Why do leaves change color? With bright illustrations from Loretta Krupinski and clear, simple text by Betsy Maestro, this book explains what happens to leaves in autumn. This informative concept book includes detailed pictures of leaves in different sizes, shapes, and colors and a list of activities that kids can do with leaves. This is a Stage 2 Let's-Read-and-Find-Out, which means the book explores more challenging concepts for children in the primary grades. Let's-Read-And-Find-Out is the winner of the American Association for the Advancement of Science/Subaru Science Books & Films Prize for Outstanding Science Series. Supports the Common Core Learning Standards and Next Generation Science Standards
The World around Us -Grade Two -the Story of the Statue of Liberty
- 48 pages
- 2 hours of reading
Describes the creation of the huge statue given by France to the United States and its erection in New York Harbor as a symbol of liberty.
A Blue Ribbon Book: A Sea Full of Sharks
- 32 pages
- 2 hours of reading
Describes the varieties, habitats, behavior, and physical characteristics of sharks.