Betsy Rathburn

It is another day at the mine! Young readers can learn all about mining dump trucks, from their parts to the jobs they have, in this low-level title. Narrative text accompanied by vibrant illustrations follows one dump truck through the course of a...

An arctic wolf trudges across a frozen lake. Furry paws help it grip the slippery ice! This trait is one of many adaptations that help arctic wolves survive their frigid home. In this low-level title, readers will explore the body parts and behaviors...

Artificial intelligence is all around us! It’s in our classrooms, hospitals, and even in the smartphones in our pockets. But how does this technology work, where did it come from, and what will it bring in the future? Readers will discover the answers...

Get ready to explore some of the world’s most interesting frogs, salamanders, and more! This nonfiction title introduces the world of amphibians through engaging narrative text and colorful illustrations. Readers will learn about the animals’ body...

Puppies are full of fun! Beginning readers can learn about the lives of these adorable babies, from how they play to what they eat, in this fun title. Playful, easy-to-read text and colorful photos engage readers, and simple features support the text....

Fuzzy ducklings follow mom to find food, water, and safe places to sleep! This beginning title highlights the activities of baby ducks as they learn to swim and find food on their own. Simple text and bright photos introduce the ducklings, while...

From their gangly legs to their playful bucking, horse foals are just too cute! Beginning readers can learn about the lives of these babies through easy-to-read text and adorable photos. Simple features include a diagram and a photo glossary. This...

Baby pandas start out tiny and pink. But they grow into fuzzy cubs that love to play! Readers can follow the lives of panda cubs with this easy-to-read text. Predictable sentence structures and crisp photos introduce how pandas play and what they eat,...

Covered in fuzzy down, penguin chicks are adorable! In this title, beginning readers will learn how penguin parents care for their fluffy babies, from feeding them to keeping them warm. Bright, playful photos support simple, predictable sentences,...

A beluga whale swims among the floating ice of the Arctic Ocean. Its white skin helps it hide! Readers will explore this adaptation and others in this low-level title about how beluga whales survive in the Arctic biome. Engaging text and photos draw...

People have been using prosthetics for thousands of years. Today, animals use them too! And in the future, the cutting-edge technology of bionics will add even more possibilities. Readers of this high-interest title will explore the history of...

People dressed as skeletons parade through the streets. It is not Halloween. It is Day of the Dead! This title for beginning readers introduces the date, meaning, and traditions of this important Mexican holiday through easy-to-read text and vibrant...

The first drones were hot-air balloons used in the 1800s! Later, drone airplanes took over the skies. Today, drones are used by the military, delivery companies, and even drone racers! This high-interest text explores each of these uses, as well as...

The hairstylist makes some careful snips. Now the customer has a whole new look! This engaging title explores the skillful work of hairstylists in salons, at events, and even backstage! Leveled text combines with bright photos to give readers an...

From costumes to candy, Halloween is full of fun! In this beginning title, young readers can learn about the different traditions of this holiday through simple, predictable text and colorful photos. A facts page summarizes information, and a photo...

We light the kinara and prepare a feast. We are celebrating Kwanzaa! In this title, young readers will learn basic facts about this African American holiday including when it happens and the meaning behind it. Simple, predictable text and colorful...

The new moon is here. It is Lunar New Year! This beginning title introduces basic facts about this popular holiday, from common foods to favorite traditions. Simple, predictable text and vibrant photos support readers, while a facts page reinforces...

Nanotechnology uses materials that are smaller than a speck of dust. These nanomaterials are used to make waterproof clothing, medical devices, and more! In this title, readers will explore how this fascinating technology developed, how it works, and...

Narwhals are the unicorns of the sea! These mysterious creatures may be known for their long tusks. But they have many other adaptations to survive in the Arctic! In this low-level text, readers will explore the physical and behavioral traits that...

The sun has set. It is time to pray and eat. This beginning title introduces young readers to Ramadan, including when it happens and how people celebrate. Simple, predictable text and colorful photos work together to illustrate the meanings and...

From lizards and snakes to turtles and crocodiles, the world of reptiles is fascinating. In this nonfiction title for young readers, colorful illustrations and narrative text introduce readers to several remarkable reptiles from around the world. A...

Self-driving cars don’t need a human to guide them. Instead, they have plenty of help in the form of sensors, cameras, and radar! In this fascinating title, engaging text and crisp photos show readers how self-driving cars work, how they developed,...

A snowy owl silently glides to an open tree branch. It waits and listens for prey to come near. Then, it swoops down to grab its next meal! In this low-level text, readers will discover how these birds thrive in the Arctic biome. Engaging text and a...

The turkey is roasting and pumpkin pie is cooling. It is Thanksgiving! In this beginning title, clear, easy-to-read text and crisp photos give basic facts about this special November day. Young readers can learn about when it happens, common foods,...