Maria Nelson

Good neighbors are considerate and respectful. They offer help when it's needed. Readers will find examples of these traits and more, written in a relatable style with achievable language. Whether it's cleaning up trash in the street or offering to carry a heavy bag for an older person, the actions of a good neighbor are many. Readers will be inspired reading everyday situations in which they can exhibit neighborly behavior. Colorful photographs complement...

A brief biography of the wife of the Reverend Martin Luther King, Jr., who shared his dedication to working peaceably to achieve equality for all Americans.

No road in the United States is more iconic than Route 66. From a song named after the route to being a setting in famous books On the Road and The Grapes of Wrath, Route 66 has made an impression on American popular culture. Through this lens, readers are introduced to the almost 100-year old highway as well as the many fun road trip stops along its length. Fun fact boxes offer interesting historical context and destination suggestions as full-color...

Friends help solve problems. They can pass on cool skills and fun information, and most importantly, they're fun! Being a good friend can be tough, but readers will learn all about it through relatable examples and vivid accompanying photographs.

Showing someone you care about them might be as easy as letting them play with a favorite toy or giving them a piece of your cookie. Sharing time and energy can also be very valuable to family and friends.

Describes what a reaction is , what causes one, and what you can do about it.

There are so many ways to help around the community. Clothing drives, soup kitchens, and hospitals are always looking for volunteers to give their time and energy to a good cause. Readers will be introduced to many ways they can give back to the world around them. Brightly colored photographs enhance the relatable and age-appropriate examples of volunteering opportunities, while readers learn important lessons about character. Everyday stories about...

Introduces the life of the sixteenth president of the United States, who presided over the Union during the Civil War and issued the Emancipation Proclamation.

Explores the life of the man who made the famous midnight ride during the American Revolution to warn of the impending arrival of British troops.

Discusses the life of the Shoshone woman who helped Lewis and Clark explore the western United States.