A brilliant mathematician who worked at NASA in the early 1950s until retiring in 1986, Johnson's unparalleled calculations (done by hand) helped plan the trajectories for NASA's Mercury and Apollo missions. A special section includes extras on subjects like history and math, plus inspiring careers for math lovers. Full color.

Fun characters and word play make this an entertaining tale for young readers!

A childhood dream finally comes true in this biography of the first African-American female astronaut. This is an excellent biography presented in an easy-to-read format.

"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."

This reader relates the true story of dinosaur hunter Barnum Brown, who discovered the first fossilized skeleton of a "Tyrannosaurus rex" in the United States in 1902. Full color.

"Achievement is one thing. Achieving while overcoming challenges that would defeat most others is something else, and that's what comes through in Misty Copeland's story."

Mitchell the dinosaur is tired of living in the same old place, but when he packs up and moves, he and his best friend, Margo, discover how much they miss each other. Full color.

Sparse text and bright colors supplement mouse's unexpected adventure. Readers experience the wonder of discovery and the reward of familiarity.

Put on your party hat because these pigs have a plan, and it's a plan filled with big, pig fun. This Pre-Level 1 Ready-to-Read is perfect for beginning readers who like a side of silly with their stories!

As a boy working in his father's shop, Paul Revere hears adults talk about their clubs with meetings, rules, and elections. It gives him the idea to start his own club--a bell ringers club. Full color.

During World War II, carrier pigeons were used to send messages across enemy lines. G.I. Joe was one such pigeon, working closely with British and American troops to help them communicate over long distances and coordinate their attacks. Full color.

Puppy Mudge has a new playmate--a fluffy, cuddly kitten. Pretty soon they prove that friends don't need to be alike in every way to have fun. Full color.

Youngsters who are just beginning to learn to read can share in the adventures of everyone's favorite boy and his dog. Full color.

Henry wants to read his book, but Puppy Mudge has other ideas. He wants to play! Henry really wants to read, but how can he resist his big playful puppy?

Newbery Honor winner Marion Dane Bauer explains the wonders of nature in this delightful Ready-To-Reads that combines inviting art with concise language. Full color.

Clements presents inspiring true stories about brave pets who save their masters' lives in this new series for the very youngest of readers. Carol and Ray adopt a homeless kitten, naming him Ringo. Later, Ringo saves their lives when he alerts them to a leaking gas pipe. Full-color illustrations.

Word play and silly characters will make this an instant favorite of new readers!

In this third Level 2 Ready-to-Read story about a spunky chicken from the illustrator of the Heidi Heckelbeck series, Sabrina Sue sets off to the big city. Sue decides she wants to see a busy city. So she's off on a new adventure to see tall buildings, taxi cabs, museums, and more!

Sabrina Sue is a delightful character with big dreams! And she doesn't let her naysayer friends thwart her plans (after all, the sea is not a plans for chickens!). He plan execution may be a bit bumpy, but the reward is sweet. At least until she misses her friends. Entertaining and sure to encourage small children with big visions.

In this second Level 1 Ready-to-Read story about a spunky chicken from the illustrator of the Heidi Heckelbeck series, Sabrina Sue wants to play in the snow! Sabrina Sue decides she wants to see snow. There are all kinds of fun activities she's dreamed of doing like building a snowman, making snow angels, and sledding down a hill! It'll be her "coolest" adventure yet!