New Releases by Katharine Kenah

This heartfelt story is just right for all children getting ready for first grade and other big early steps! On the first day of first grade, Sam is excited to share his news with the class. While some kids report losing a tooth or going to soccer camp, Sam tells the class that his elephant had a baby. "No way!" cry his classmates. "No one has an elephant." Will Sam be able to convince his classmates that he's telling the truth? First graders and first graders to be will root for Sam, who is so excited to share his news that he can't sit still and nearly falls off his chair. First graders will relate, and their parents, caregivers, and teachers will smile in fond recognition. The team that wrote and illustrated the I Can Read favorites The Best Chef in Second Grade and The Best Seat in Second Grade knows how to create a gentle, believable, sweet story that helps kids explore their emotions and reflect on their own experiences. The Best Seat in First Grade is a Level One I Can Read book, which means it’s perfect for children learning to sound out words and sentences. Whether shared at home or in a classroom, the short sentences, familiar words, and simple concepts of Level One books support success for children eager to start reading on their own.

Awesome! Snakes: Watch out! A huge snake is headed right toward you. This book introduces some of the most interesting snakes that slither around today.

On the first day of kindergarten, every one is new at school, even Sam! What will the first day be like and, more importantly, where will he sit? Beginning readers will love this warm introduction to all of the excitement and uncertainty of kindergarten in this My First I Can Read.

Beginning readers will love this warm introduction to all the excitement and uncertainty of starting kindergarten! It's Sam’s first day of kindergarten, and he's not so sure what to expect. Sam’s teacher, Ms. Tate, takes the class on a nature walk, and at the very end, everyone gets to show off what they found! Sam makes new friends when he helps everyone find interesting things for show-and-tell. On the first day of kindergarten, everyone is new at school—including Sam. Kindergartners and kindergartners to be will relate to Sam's worries and be reassured by how well his day goes. The team that wrote and illustrated the I Can Read favorites The Best Seat in First Grade and The Best Seat in Second Grade knows how to create a gentle, believable, sweet story that helps kids explore their emotions and reflect on their own experiences. The Best Seat in Kindergarten is a My First I Can Read book, which means it’s perfect for shared reading with a child. Books at this level feature basic language, word repetition, and whimsical illustrations, ideal for sharing with emergent readers. The active, engaging stories have appealing plots and lovable characters, encouraging children to continue their reading journey.

Read and find out about marsupials—amazing kangaroos, tree kangaroos, koalas, Tasmanian devils, wombats, opossums, and sugar gliders—in this colorfully illustrated nonfiction picture book. Animals that keep their babies in soft, furry pouches are called marsupials. There are many sorts of marsupials, and they all have super amazing qualities. This book comes with a colorful infographic and an activity called Joey Day all about what it would be like to carry a marsupial joey (which means baby!) around all day long. This is a clear and appealing science book for early elementary age kids, both at home and in the classroom. It's a Level 1 Let's-Read-and-Find-Out, which means the book explores introductory concepts perfect for children in the primary grades. The 100+ titles in this leading nonfiction series are: hands-on and visual acclaimed and trusted great for classrooms Top 10 reasons to love LRFOs: Entertain and educate at the same time Have appealing, child-centered topics Developmentally appropriate for emerging readers Focused; answering questions instead of using survey approach Employ engaging picture book quality illustrations Use simple charts and graphics to improve visual literacy skills Feature hands-on activities to engage young scientists Meet national science education standards Written/illustrated by award-winning authors/illustrators & vetted by an expert in the field Over 130 titles in print, meeting a wide range of kids' scientific interests Books in this series support the Common Core Learning Standards, Next Generation Science Standards, and the Science, Technology, Engineering, and Math (STEM) standards. 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.

Read and find out about the different kinds of floods, how they start, and how to stay safe in this colorfully illustrated nonfiction picture book. You are lying in bed listening to the soft sound of rain. It has been coming down for hours. Now something is changing. The rain sounds harder and louder, and there is water running down the road, which looks like a small river. What is happening? You are hearing and seeing the start of a flood. With colorful illustrations and engaging text, Flood Warning is a fascinating look into a dangerous natural disaster. Featuring rich vocabulary bolded throughout the text, this book also includes a find out more section with instructions on how to make a rain gauge and an infographic about saving water at home. Both the text and the artwork were vetted for accuracy by Dr. Christopher Kenah, Geologist, Division of Drinking and Ground Waters, Ohio Environmental Protection Agency. This is a clear and appealing science book for early elementary age kids, both at home and in the classroom. It's a Level 2 Let's-Read-and-Find-Out, which means the book explores more challenging concepts for children in the primary grades. The 100+ titles in this leading nonfiction series are: hands-on and visual acclaimed and trusted great for classrooms Top 10 reasons to love LRFOs: Entertain and educate at the same time Have appealing, child-centered topics Developmentally appropriate for emerging readers Focused; answering questions instead of using survey approach Employ engaging picture book quality illustrations Use simple charts and graphics to improve visual literacy skills Feature hands-on activities to engage young scientists Meet national science education standards Written/illustrated by award-winning authors/illustrators & vetted by an expert in the field Over 130 titles in print, meeting a wide range of kids' scientific interests Books in this series support the Common Core Learning Standards, Next Generation Science Standards, and the Science, Technology, Engineering, and Math (STEM) standards. 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.

A Thanksgiving story featuring a large turkey with a big problem... ...he's been invited to EVERYONE'S home for dinner!With five homes to visit -- Horse's, Pig's, Sheep and Goat's, Cow's, and Mouse's --Turkey knows there'll be a ton of food to eat. But there'll also be friends and their families who can't wait to celebrate the holiday with Turkey! Can this very plump bird make it through every meal without bursting? A silly, read-aloud story featuring food, friends, and one hilarious turkey!

Featuring Frog and Toad and seven other beloved I Can Read characters together, this collection of favorite easy-to-read I Can Read stories is full of familiar faces and comes with a free poster starring our most popular characters! This Level Two slipcase is perfect for children who read on their own but still need a little help. The collection includes the following eight new and classic Level Two I Can Read books: Amelia Bedelia and the Surprise Shower Best Seat in Second Grade Bread and Jam for Frances Flat Stanley and the Firehouse Frog and Toad All Year Marley’s Big Adventure Mouse Soup Pony Scouts: Pony Crazy

Walter the ferry dog loved to greet cars as they came on board each morning. Fetching the captain's newspaper and tasting the cook's bacon were Walter's other important jobs. Cupcake the Cat was just about the only thing Walter disliked about being a ferry dog. One rainy day the waves were rough and no one was paying much attention to Walter. Even worse, Cupcakes was poking him with her paw and playing tricks as Walter was being blamed. He decided it was time to leave the ferry! Once on land he ran, and ran, and ran. Soon the day darkened, and Walter was lost and exhausted. Wondering who would do his jobs on the ferry, he felt a familiar poke from a familiar paw. Would Cupcake help him get back to ferry where he belonged?

This Saturday, the triplets want to play teacher. But with a class full of stuffed animals and one very naughty cat, the school day doesn't turn out quite like they plan.

Have three times the fun with the Saturday Triplets! Triplets Ana, Bella, and Carlos are always looking for an adventure. And on Saturday mornings they always seem to find one!This Saturday, the triplets want to play teacher. But with a class full of stuffed animals and one very naughty cat, the school day doesn't turn out quite like they plan. Will the triplets give their class an A+?

Every Saturday is an adventure for these feisty triplets! Triplets Ana, Bella, and Carlos are always looking for an adventure. And on Saturday mornings they always seem to find one!This Saturday, the triplets are going to the Pumpkin Fair! Ana wants to go on a ride. Bella would rather find the horses. And Carlos wants to listen to music. But the triplets have to stay together. Will they find an adventure perfect for three very different personalities?

Fall has just gotten three times as nice with the Saturday Triplets! Triplets Ana, Bella, and Carlos are always looking for an adventure. And on Saturday mornings they always seem to find one!This Saturday, the triplets race to rake the fastest, the best, the biggest leaf pile ever! And when their cat, Boo, goes missing, they think they know where he must be...but they're in for quite a surprise when Boo is nowhere to be found!

Awesome! takes a look into eight extreme topics for level 1 readers. This reader is a perfect tool to support the development of non-fiction reading skills crucial to a young reader's success. Extreme topics include: Shh Night Animals introduces fascinat

Incredible! takes a look into eight extreme topics for level 3 readers. This reader is a perfect tool to support the development of non-fiction reading skills crucial to a young reader's success. Extreme topics include: Stop Crime Scene gives the reader

Presents information about different types of heavenly bodies and phenomena.

Presents information about some of the most impressive buildings, monuments, and structures ever created, from Stonehenge to the International Space Station.

Presents information about destructive changes and disasters, both natural and manmade.

Looks at different animals whose coloration and shape protects them from predators or hides them from prey.

Presents information about different species of plants with unusual characteristics.

Looks at different species of predators, their characteristics, and how they hunt their prey.

Triplets Ana, Bella and Carlos have to stick together at the Pumpkin Fair. But no one wants to do the same thing! Who will win?

Triplets Ana, Bella, and Carlos race to rake the fastest, best, and biggest leaf pile ever, but they get so caught up in their task that they lose their pet cat, Boo.

Ollie is not the best at anything in second grade, but he does love to cook. So when he learns that the famous Chef Antonia will visit Room 75, he can't wait! However, everyone has to bring in their family's favorite dish—and Ollie has no Family Favorite. His little sister doesn't like anything! Will he lose his chance to finally be the best in the class? A delicious blend of warmth and humor, this is a delightful story about doing what you love most.

Young readers can time travel through art history! "Caves, Canvases, and Computers" explores the history of the art world from its beginnings on cave walls to modern-day, computer-generated masterpieces.

Young readers can experience famous pieces of art up close as this title showcases famous works by such artists as da Vinci, Van Gogh, and Degas, and helps explain the history of these works to readers. Illustrations.

Luna has the best teacher in second grade. Mr. Hopper loves the midnight sky almost as much as she does. Everyone else stares at Luna like she's the new kid from outer space. They won't even listen to her ideas for the Family Night program—until something goes unexpectedly wrong! With a nudge from Mr. Hopper, Luna shares her plan to save the show and turn the class into second-grade stars. Come and watch the lively characters from The Best Seat in Second Grade shine in another tale of classroom fun.

Highlights the most awe-inspiring, manmade landmarks on the planet. Extreme Readers Level 2 Emerging Reader.