This title is a terrific introduction to drums for kids. After starting with an overview of the drumhead and shell, the general characteristics and uses of the instrument are described.

Bugs are everywhere around us! This easy-to-read book looks at the special characteristics of butterflies in a child's world. From colored scales on their wings to drinking nectar from flowers, amazing double-page photographs show butterflies in larger-than-life detail for exploration. This title also includes a Picture Quiz and Glossary. Sandcastle is an imprint of ABDO Publishing Company.

Offers basic information about astronauts, looking at what they do, the requirements for their job, what their life in space is like, and several famous astronauts.

In Aircraft, young readers will learn all about the different kinds of aircraft, from hot air balloons to fighter jets to rockets. Beautiful design, fascinating photographs, and simple text introduce new readers to the famous invention. Aligned to Common Core standards and correlated to state standards. Applied to STEM Concepts of Learning Principles. Sandcastle is an imprint of Abdo Publishing, a division of ABDO.

Explains in simple language the importance of taking care of the teeth.

Where do baby eagles live? How do they get food and eat? What color are baby eagles? Kids will learn the answers to all these questions and more when they read Baby Eagles. This book uses photographs and text to help develop and reinforce language and reading skills. A comprehensive quiz will make learning fun and effective. Aligned to Common Core Standards and correlated to state standards. Sandcastle is an imprint of Abdo Publishing.

Being active is a healthy habit. Run! Jump! Play!: Healthy Active Habits will teach readers all about how being active makes them feel good and helps their muscles grow. Running with the dog, sledding down a hill, riding bikes with friends are some of the ways they can stay active. Simple sentences and charming photos engage young children. A comprehensive and critical thinking quiz will make learning fun and effective. Aligned to Common Core Standards...

Describes the life and accomplishments of the English scientist, including his work inventing a battery and generator.

How many babies do gorillas have at a time? What do baby gorillas eat? How long do they stay with their mothers? What do they like to do? Kids will learn the answers to all these questions and more when they read Baby Gorillas. This book uses photographs and text to help develop and reinforce language and reading skills. A comprehensive quiz will make learning fun and effective. Aligned to Common Core Standards and correlated to state standards. Sandcastle...

Are alligator eggs hard or soft? What color are alligators when they are born? How long do alligators stay with their mother? Kids will learn the answers to all these questions and more when they read Baby Alligators. This book uses photographs and text to help develop and reinforce language and reading skills. A comprehensive quiz will make learning fun and effective. Aligned to Common Core Standards and correlated to state standards. Sandcastle...