Jessica Rudolph

"In this book, young readers learn about search-and-rescue dogs."--

What's that furry mammal with a bill? It's a platypus! Beginning readers will learn all about these strange yet wonderful creatures in this delightful title. They will also learn basic information about platypuses, including how they catch food by picking up electrical signals and how they lay eggs! Each 24-page book features controlled text with age-appropriate vocabulary and simple sentence construction. The lively text, colorful design, and eye-catching...

After hearing the command "Forward," a Labrador retriever crosses a city street. Its owner carefully grips the dog's harness. The handler is blind, but with his guide dog leading the way, he can safely cross the busy intersection. In this fascinating introduction to guide dogs, beginning readers will learn all about the hard-working canines that help their owners handle any obstacle. From avoiding dangerous traffic to climbing daunting stairs, guide...

It was March 2003 in Basra, Iraq. Marine Scout Sniper Jack Coughlin's convoy was winding through a street when a hidden gunman opened fire. Machine-gun bullets flew everywhere--but where was the shooter? It was Scout Sniper Coughlin's job to find out. In this gripping book, young readers will meet the fearless soldiers who serve our country, and also get an inside look at how they train for, and carry out, their dangerous missions. From stopping deadly...

Warm. Colorful. Huge. Welcome to Mexico! In this bright, exciting book, young readers will travel to this amazing country without ever leaving their homes or classrooms. During their journey, they will learn all about Mexico's cities, food, holidays, music, and wildlife. They even learn how to speak a few words in Spanish! This 32-page book features controlled text with age-appropriate vocabulary and simple sentence construction. The engaging text,...

Strong winds send dirt and branches flying through the air. A huge tower of spinning air forms and destroys everything in its path. Houses are flattened and cars are tossed through the air. In this captivating introduction to tornadoes, early readers will be swept up in the dramatic text that describes the first signs of a tornado, its destructive power, and, most importantly, how to stay safe from a tornado's catastrophic winds. Each 24-page book...

Warm. Busy. Colorful. Welcome to Guatemala! In this bright, exciting book, young readers will travel to this amazing country without ever leaving their homes or classrooms. During their journey, they will learn all about Guatemala's cities, food, holidays, history, and wildlife. They even learn how to speak a few words in Spanish! This 32-page book features controlled text with age-appropriate vocabulary and simple sentence construction. The engaging...

What has white stripes, sharp spines, a mouth shaped like a trumpet, and leaf-like body parts? If you guessed a leafy sea dragon, you're right! This book introduces early readers to a mystery animal by describing its features, one by one, using short, simple sentences and eye-popping, full-color photos. At the end of the book, the secret animal is revealed across a colorful, two-page spread. Young children will love showing off their beginning reading...

What has a long tail, curved claws, thick legs, and rough, scaly skin? If you guessed a Komodo dragon, you're right! This book introduces early readers to a mystery animal by describing its features, one by one, using short, simple sentences and eye-popping, full-color photos. At the end of the book, the secret animal is revealed across a colorful, two-page spread. Young children will love showing off their beginning reading skills as they learn about...

Rugged. Traditional. Exciting. Welcome to Scotland! In this bright, exciting book, young readers will travel to this amazing country without ever leaving their homes or classrooms. During their journey, they will learn all about Scotland's land, history, cities, food, and jobs. They'll even learn how to speak a few words in Scottish Gaelic! This 32-page book features controlled text with age-appropriate vocabulary and simple sentence construction....