A hilariously quirky mini mystery reminiscent of Jon Klassen's classic I Want My Hat Back.

Welcome to this extremely interesting book about size. Marcel is a bird and he is big. Steve is a worm, and he is . . . Wait a minute! Steve has DISAPPEARED! Does Marcel know something about it? And can he be persuaded to return that poor worm RIGHT NOW?!

Susannah Lloyd’s hilarious and strong narrative voice, paired with Kate Hindley’s humorous illustrations, will leave readers in stitches as they solve the simplest mystery they’ll ever read!

It is becoming increasingly apparent that the Earth is in trouble, largely thanks to certain human activities. Climate change is high on many peoples list of priorities, but governments and businesses are often slow to enact change. By spreading information and lobbying for change, environmental activists play a crucial role in moving the needle on this issue. Through informative fact boxes and detailed graphic organizers, readers learn about environmental activists goals and the methods they employ to achieve them. A list of age-appropriate actions is included to encourage young people to get involved in advocating for change.

Join Jip and Jam on another adventure in this decodable beginning reader focusing on long o. This book uses sequenced phonics skills and sight words to help developing readers. Original illustrations guide readers through the story. Author Cecilia Minden, PhD, a literacy consultant and former director of the Language and Literacy program at Harvard Graduate School of Education developed the specific format for this series.

When there’s an emergency, call 911! In this helpful book, readers learn all about how 911 works. They’ll discover when it’s appropriate to dial 911 and when it’s not. They’ll learn what happens on a 911 call, including what information the call-taker might need. Readers also learn about the community heroes who answer emergency calls and how they handle crises until help arrives. Combining vital safety information with civics, this book uses high-interest material, reader-friendly language, and colorful photographs to deliver essential information in an appealing way.

In recent years, wildfires have increasingly plagued the United States, wreaking havoc on communities and spreading lasting health and environmental problems in their wake. The ramifications of wildfires reverberate long after the fires go out. Who puts out wildfires? Firefighters! In this book, readers learn how wildfires start, the problems they cause, and the community heroes who protect us from them! Filled with fascinating facts and colorful photographs that make the information pop, this book is both educational and exciting. It teaches vital safety knowledge and imparts civic responsibility in an appealing, age-appropriate way.

Zoey loves poutine with its French fries, gravy, and squeaky squeaky cheese curds. It's her favourite dish to make with her father. And it's their annual tradition to make it for their shared July 1 birthday. Zoey is excited. Tomorrow is her fifth birthday! It's also a holiday in Canada. This year, family members--grandparents, aunts, uncles, cousins--from across Canada are coming to celebrate Zoey's birthday. But as a surprise to Zoey, everyone is bringing their own special poutine dish. There are recipes from all over Canada, including Alberta, Quebec, and Prince Edward Island. All so unique and all so delicious! It will be a poutine contest and Zoey will be the judge. How will Zoey ever decide whose dish is the winner? Back matter includes information about the history of this classic dish, as well as a recipe.

A classic fairytale with a modern twist, celebrating kindness and the natural world, from a bestselling, award-winning duo

The fresh and funny story of a little princess who hates the stuffy palace, but loves the creatures she meets in the garden, from the award-winning duo Sir Michael Morpurgo (Children's Laureate 2003-4) and Emily Gravett.

Clara is a small, strong-willed princess who likes running wild, jumping ditches and climbing trees . . . but most of all, she loves collecting creepy-crawlies and making them her friends. That’s not easy with a bossy butler and a pernickety nanny always on your case. When Clara discovers that an ogre she keeps in her shoe under her bed isn’t an ogre at all, he offers her a way out of her predicament. There’s only one thing she needs to do . . .

Oil is an important resource used to heat our homes and power our community. But what happens when oil spills? In this book, readers learn about the dangers posed by oil spills and how community heroes face those dangers and fix the problem. They’ll discover how the Coast Guard, Environmental Protection Agency, and other emergency response workers put science into action. Combining science, safety, and civics, this book provides educational information in an interesting, easy-to-understand way.

Who steps in when someone is lost, missing, or in a dangerous situation? A Search and Rescue (SAR) team! SAR teams are made up of police, firefighters, and trained volunteers with the knowledge and skills to respond to emergencies. SAR teams work in all different kinds of terrains and situations. They may conduct wilderness searches, flood, or water searches, K9 searches, aerial searches, or more. In this fascinating and informative book, readers learn all about the real-life community heroes that perform search and rescue missions. With age-appropriate language and vibrant photographs that bring the text to life, this book is sure to captivate and inspire readers.