New Releases by Lisa Trumbauer

"The ultimate kindergarten workbook, with hundreds of curriculum-based activities, exercises, and games in every subject! It''s fun to be smart! Loved by kids, teacher approved, and parent trusted, Brain Quest Kindergarten Workbook reviews and reinforces what kids are learning in the classroom in an instantly engaging, entertaining way. Each page is jam packed with hands-on activities and games covering ABCs, phonics, spelling and vocabulary, time and money, science, and much, much more-with friendly illustrations throughout. Aligned with Common Core State Standards and expertly vetted by award-winning teachers, this workbook is designed to appeal to kids'' natural curiosity, with interactive layouts and easy-to-follow explanations that take the intimidation out of learning. Plus, it''s written to help parents follow along and explain key concepts for homework help! With colorful stickers, a fold-out poster, award certificate, and Brain Quest Mini Decks in the back"--

Who was Abraham Lincoln? What was the Confederate States of America? When did the Civil War end? This book will help you discover what life was like during the Civil War.

Describes the basic principle of matter.

A storm is heading for the coast of Cornwall. Most of the surfers at the surf camp know they should stay away from the water when a storm is brewing. But Abby and Sarah think surfing in a storm will be amazing. Who will save them when the waves get out of control.

The United States is truly a nation of immigrants, or as the poet Walt Whitman once said, a nation of nations. Spanning the time from when the Europeans first came to the New World to the present day, the new Immigration to the United States set conveys the excitement of these stories to young people. Beginning with a brief preface to the set written by general editor Robert Asher that discusses some of the broad reasons why people came to the New World, both as explorers and settlers, each book''s narrative highlights the themes, people, places, and events that were important to each immigrant group. In an engaging, informative manner, each volume describes what members of a particular group found when they arrived in the United States as well as where they settled. Historical information and background on the various communities present life as it was lived at the time they arrived. The books then trace the group''s history and current status in the United States. Each volume includes photographs and illustrations such as passports and other artifacts of immigration, as well as quotes from original source materials. Box features highlight special topics or people, and each book is rounded out with a glossary, timeline, further reading list, and index.

The United States is truly a nation of immigrants, or as the poet Walt Whitman once said, a nation of nations. Spanning the time from when the Europeans first came to the New World to the present day, the new Immigration to the United States set conveys the excitement of these stories to young people. Beginning with a brief preface to the set written by general editor Robert Asher that discusses some of the broad reasons why people came to the New World, both as explorers and settlers, each book''s narrative highlights the themes, people, places, and events that were important to each immigrant group. In an engaging, informative manner, each volume describes what members of a particular group found when they arrived in the United States as well as where they settled. Historical information and background on the various communities present life as it was lived at the time they arrived. The books then trace the group''s history and current status in the United States. Each volume includes photographs and illustrations such as passports and other artifacts of immigration, as well as quotes from original source materials. Box features highlight special topics or people, and each book is rounded out with a glossary, timeline, further reading list, and index.

This playful take on "The Night Before Christmas" provides kids with a one-of-a-kind, behind-the-scenes peek into Santa''s workshop. It seems that all''s not well at the North Pole: the reindeer have gone on strike and Santa''s auditioning other animals to take their place. Full color.

Cover subtitle: A whole year of curriculum-based exercises and activities in one fun book.

Jam-packed with hundreds of curriculum-based activities, exercises and games in every subject, Brain Quest Grade 1 Workbook reinforces what kids are learning in the classroom. The workbook''s lively layout and easy-to-follow explanations make learning fun, interactive, and concrete. Plus it''s written to help parents follow and explain key concepts. Includes phonics, spelling, vocabulary, find the rhyme, addition, subtraction, skip counting, time, money, maps, science, brain boxes, and much, much more.

Who was Pocahontas? Why was it hard to live in Jamestown? How did the Native Americans help the colonists? This book will help you discover what life was like during the time when Europeans started coming to America.

Who was George Washington? What was the Boston Massacre? When did the United States win its independence? This book will help you discover what life was like during the Revolutionary War.

Opening weekend at Pocket Lodge brings lots of snowy fun and a spooky surprise.

Discusses the material aspects of fighter jets - what they are made of and how they work.

Describes the basic principle of materials that float in the water or sink in the water.

Discusses the ecology of a freshwater pond.

Discusses basic concepts about gravity and balance.

Explains such concepts as layers of the Earth, types of rock, heat and pressure.

Introduces the concept of microbiology, using examples from around the house, such as bacteria, mildew, and mold.

Trucks are hard to drive and truck drivers have to go to school to learn to drive a truck.

"Simple text and photos present the concept that objects can be grouped in different ways to equal ten"--Provided by publisher.

Text and pictures present the different forms water can take including rain, snow, ice, hail, dew, steam, and fog.

Simple text and photographs introduce corn and its importance as a food.

This book describes mammals, such as bears, elephants, giraffes, rhinos, and hippos.

Photographs and simple text present common insects.

This book introduces the Amazon rain forest, presenting information on its trees, plants, and animals.

This book describes how orange juice is made.