Young readers are introduced to America's most famous physicist, Albert Einstein, in this book that explores his groundbreaking work with light and energy. Full color.

This biography for the independent beginning reader tells the life story of the woman who formed the American Red Cross. Full color.

A young boy wakes to the light of his alarm clock, puts on his hearing aids and clothes, then goes to wake his father. Together they walk down the dirt road that leads to the beach. Lakin's story reminds readers that sometimes the best way to communicate doesn't involve words. Full color.

In this touching story of the early friendship between young Helen Keller, who is blind, deaf and mute, and her teacher, Annie Sullivan, Helen is not sure she can trust Annie. When Helen is caught in a sudden storm, Annie finds her and helps her to shelter. Helen learns not only the power of nature--but the power of friendship. Full-color illustrations.

"When there is a classroom celebration scheduled, the class pets—two hamsters—are determined to be part of it. But how can they be sure they have the right number of items for a 100th day celebration? Great fun centered around a common school experience."