Most Popular Books by Robin Koontz

Africa is an amazing continent, with its vast array of wildlife and its ancient monuments. But did you know that the world''s longest river is in Africa? Or that Africa has more countries than any other continent? Learn more about the diverse continent of Africa, from its people and countries to its landforms, economy, and more.

Explains how pumpkins are picked and used during pumpkin harvest time in autumn.

On August 25th, 2005, one of the deadliest and most destructive hurricanes in history hit the Gulf of Mexico. High winds and rain pummeled coastal communities, including the City of New Orleans, which was left under 15 feet of water in some areas after the levees burst. Track this powerful storm from start to finish, from rescue efforts large and small to storm survivors’ tales of triumph.

The Three Billy Goats and Gruff encourages young learners to build reading comprehension skills with grade-appropriate vocabulary, extension activities, and an engaging story. Featuring reading activities and a Comprehension & Extension section, this 24-page title introduces transitioning readers to teacher-focused concepts that will help them gain important reading comprehension and learning skills. The vibrant illustrations and engaging leveled text in the Little Birdie Books’ Leveled Readers work together to tell fun stories while supporting early readers. Featuring grade-appropriate vocabulary and activities, these books help children develop essential skills for reading proficiency.

Lizzie Little, the Sky is Falling! encourages young learners to build reading comprehension skills with grade-appropriate vocabulary, extension activities, and an engaging story. Featuring reading activities and a Comprehension & Extension section, this 24-page title introduces transitioning readers to teacher-focused concepts that will help them gain important reading comprehension and learning skills. The vibrant illustrations and engaging leveled text in the Little Birdie Books’ Leveled Readers work together to tell fun stories while supporting early readers. Featuring grade-appropriate vocabulary and activities, these books help children develop essential skills for reading proficiency.

The bucolic state of Vermont is widely known for its picturesque farms and forested mountains. Beautiful color photographs and lots of interesting information about the state are sure to engage readers of this book.

The 24-page book, Goldie Duck and the Three Beavers, introduces early learners to teacher-focused concepts that will help them gain important reading comprehension and social skills. The vibrant illustrations and engaging leveled text in the Little Birdie Books’ Leveled Readers work together to tell fun stories while supporting early readers. Featuring grade-appropriate vocabulary and activities, these books help children develop essential skills for reading proficiency.

What''s so great about Missouri? Find out the top ten sites to see or things to do in the Show-Me State! We''ll explore Missouri''s thriving cities, popular parks, amazing museums, and fascinating history. The Missouri by Map feature shows where you''ll find all the places covered in the book. A special section provides quick state facts such as the state motto, capital, population, animals, foods, and more. Take a fun-filled tour of all there is to discover in Missouri.

The 24-page book, Old McDoggle Had a Zoo, introduces early learners to teacher-focused concepts that will help them gain important reading comprehension and social skills. The vibrant illustrations and engaging leveled text in the Little Birdie Books’ Leveled Readers work together to tell fun stories while supporting early readers. Featuring grade-appropriate vocabulary and activities, these books help children develop essential skills for reading proficiency.

The 24-page book, Jill and the Beanstalk, introduces early learners to teacher-focused concepts that will help them gain important reading comprehension and social skills. The vibrant illustrations and engaging leveled text in the Little Birdie Books’ Leveled Readers work together to tell fun stories while supporting early readers. Featuring grade-appropriate vocabulary and activities, these books help children develop essential skills for reading proficiency.

The 24-page book, The Three Little Recyclers, introduces early learners to teacher-focused concepts that will help them gain important reading comprehension and social skills. The vibrant illustrations and engaging leveled text in the Little Birdie Books’ Leveled Readers work together to tell fun stories while supporting early readers. Featuring grade-appropriate vocabulary and activities, these books help children develop essential skills for reading proficiency.

This book discusses the science behind pandemics and their effects. The chapters examine the deadliest pandemics in history, explain how these diseases spread so quickly, and show how scientists are working to prevent and contain future disease outbreaks. Diagrams, charts, and photos provide opportunities to evaluate and understand the scientific concepts involved.

The Granite State is famous for its independent-minded citizens and its beautiful countryside. New Hampshire natives and visitors alike will enjoy learning about the state in this interesting book.

Animals and insects throughout the world have some extreme, and sometimes gross, special skills. In Sniffs and Stinks, How Animals Use Odor to Survive, explore a variety of ways creatures use their own unique odors and their sense of smell to survive in the wild. Book jacket.

An exploration of animals who use special skills, such as singing and making other distinct noises, in order to survive.

The nationu0092s smallest state is jam-packed with interesting sights, beautiful vistas, and fascinating people. Readers will come to see that what Rhode Island lacks in size, it makes up for in personality. Maps, fact sheets, and a pronunciation guide are provided.

Who Lived In America Long Before European Explorers Arrived? Learn All About People From North America And Their Heritage. Social Studies Based Leveled Readers For Use In Guided Reading And Social Studies Instruction.

Describes a trip to an apple orchard, how apples are picked and stored, and which apples are best for eating.

Describes how some animals use tools and build structures in order to survive, including beehives, birds'' nests, and the tools chimpanzees use to find food.

During Furlock and Muttson''s trip to the library, the librarian has a mystery! The books have been moving to mysterious places by themselves. Can they follow the clues to solve the case of the shifting stacks? The furry detectives provide early readers entertaining, easy-to-follow mysteries in the Short Tales Furlock & Muttson Mysteries series. Large type, whimsical illustrations, and repeated phrases will make these tales popular with your students. Short Tales is an imprint of Magic Wagon, a division of ABDO Publishing Group. Grades 2-6.

Do you know the differences between a butterfly and a moth? One animal has furry feelers and a chubby body. The other has clubbed feelers and a thin body. Find out which animal is which.

Engineers are the reason we have everything from thumbtacks to rocket ships. But what do engineers think about? Where do they get their amazing ideas? Discover the ways engineers solve problems, learn about some engineering feats, and find out whether you may also think like an engineer.

A look at the engineering processes that go into construction disaster-proof structures.

Where Do You Come From? Learn About Heritage And How To Build Your Own Family Tree. Social Studies Based Leveled Readers For Use In Guided Reading And Social Studies Instruction.

Halloween is here, and Mrs. Bellington believes her house is haunted! Can Furlock and Muttson follow the clues and solve the case of the haunted house? The furry detectives provide early readers entertaining, easy-to-follow mysteries in the Short Tales Furlock & Muttson Mysteries series. Large type, whimsical illustrations, and repeated phrases will make these tales popular with your students. Short Tales is an imprint of Magic Wagon, a division of ABDO Publishing Group. Grades 2-6.