The students in Mr. Grizley’s class are each setting a goal for themselves. Chad sets a goal to run to the top of a big hill near school. But when it comes time to tackle his goal, he starts to doubt himself. Will Chad reach his big goal? Readers of this social-emotional-learning-focused story can enjoy a related activity at the end of the story.

Emily is tired of always playing goalie during floor hockey just because she's in a wheelchair. When one of her classmates volunteers to play goalie, Emily jumps at the chance to try a new position. Her classmates work together to create a hockey stick that Emily can use from her wheelchair. Will she score a goal? This early chapter book offers a fun and inviting approach to character education, complete with a special activity reinforcing social emotional learning skills.

While Julie Cosmos works on a 3D painting, the family dog, Zeeka, rolls in it. Now the silly dog has a mashed-up masterpiece sticking to her body! Even worse, Zeeka has a vet checkup in just one hour! Can Julie and her brother Jacob get Zeeka cleaned up before their mom discovers the painted pooch? Young readers will find out in this fun and funny sci-fi adventure! With easy-to-read text and art that pops off the page, every early chapter book in The Cosmos Family series takes readers on a...

After becoming class president, Camila makes some decisions that upset some of her classmates. She tells Mr. Grizley that she can't be class president, but he doesn't let her give up. Will Camila find a way to be a good leader to her class? Readers of this social-emotional-learning-focused book can enjoy a related activity at the end of the story.

Rahma's special gift is she's good at helping her classmates make up when then have arguments. But when one of her friends gets mad at her, she isn't sure why her friend is upset or what to do about it. Can Mr. Grizley help Rahma figure out how to repair her friendship?

Mr. Grizley's class is hosting a fundraiser for the animal shelter. Cecilia is disappointed that she forgot the tamales she was going to sell. Can her classmates come to the rescue and help her make a new plan? This early chapter book offers a fun and inviting approach to character education, complete with a special activity reinforcing social emotional learning skills.

While using a Time Rewinder, Charlie Cosmos and his friends make an exciting discovery. A time capsule is hidden somewhere in city hall! Can they track it down in time for their presentation at the Banneker City Festival? Young readers will find out in this fun and funny sci-fi adventure! With easy-to-read text and art that pops off the page, every early chapter book in The Cosmos Family series takes readers on a joyous journey into the future.

Incredible stories of Black men who changed the course of science—for kids ages 8 to 12All throughout history, Black men have made important contributions to scientific discovery. This collection of biographies for kids explores 15 of these intelligent men and the extraordinary scientific accomplishments they achieved—even when they faced huge challenges. You'll learn how they stood up against racism and inequality, and never stopped following their passions for sc...

The Junior Spies are at it again! This time, Kat and Harry go undercover on their school’s basketball team. Their mission is to protect the star player, Remy. But when Remy gets kidnapped, the Junior Spies suspect a R.A.V.E.N. agent might be in their midst. Can they find the hoops hero and uncover the evil agent hiding in their school? Young readers will find out in this hi-lo spy adventure! With a high-interest topic and text written below the targeted grade level, every book in the Junio...

The Junior Spies are at it again! This time, Kat and Harry must deliver a secret message to a fellow spy at a museum. But at their meeting place, everyone is dressed exactly the same! How will they tell the difference between their contact and the R.A.V.E.N. agents in the room? Young readers will find out in this hi-lo spy adventure! With a high-interest topic and text written below the targeted grade level, every book in the Junior Spies series supports phonics skills and fosters reading ...

What does a boy do when he’s asked to find a queen’s precious treasure? He goes on an amazing royal quest, of course! Readers join Milo, Jack, and Cheddar on their mission find treasure in a dragon’s lair. What surprises are in store for Milo and his friends as they embark on this imaginary adventure?

What does a boy with a fantastic imagination do when he hears a strange sound coming from his homemade radio receiver? He grabs his best friends and goes on a space adventure, of course! Join Milo, Jack, and Cheddar as they blast off in search of a mysterious signal. What amazing things will they discover on their imaginary outer space adventure?