Bøger af Kristen Rajczak Nelson

The windy days of spring can seem like a drag to young children ready to emerge from the indoors after a long winter. But, it can be lots of fun to use the wind and make a kite soar, dip, and twirl in the breeze! This engaging book includes age-appropriate information about the season of spring, including weather and activities one can do, highlighting the fun and wonder of flying a kite. Close picture-to-text correlation aid comprehension for new readers, encouraging reading fluency and independence.

Simone Biles is the most decorated American gymnast of all time. Between Olympic and World Championship medals, she has 19--and she isn't retired yet! In this colorful volume written especially with reluctant and struggling readers in mind, Simone's major accomplishments are highlighted, accompanied by photographs that bring readers right to the mat, beam, and vault. The main content includes major biographical information and focuses on her start in gymnastics, and her triumphs as well as her struggles.

There's no question that Serena Williams is the greatest tennis player of all time. She has almost 40 Grand Slam titles, including both singles and doubles play, and four Olympic gold medals. Serena was only 14 when she became a tennis pro and won her first major contest at just 17. Readers learn how she got to the top in this fun and high-interest volume, written with struggling or reluctant readers in mind. Full-color photographs highlight important events in Serena's life and career and bring readers right onto the court for her biggest wins.

Mia Hamm inspired a generation of young women to get on the soccer field through her many accomplishments, including Olympic gold medals, World Cup play, and world records for scoring. Today, she continues to coach and affect change in the world through her foundation. Readers find out how Mia got her start in sports and just how great she is in the scope of the soccer world. Fact boxes add even more context and biographical information. A timeline of her greatest achievements concludes the book.

When talking about the best swimmers of all time, Katie Ledecky is at the top. She's the most decorated female swimmer ever, having won six Olympic medals for individual events, and has almost all of the world records for fastest 1500-meter freestyle ever. All of this began at just 15 when Katie won her first gold medal at the Olympics! Readers follow Katie's journey from the local pool onto the world stage in this engaging volume. The high-interest main content includes biographical information as well as Katie's major accomplishments, all written with reluctant and struggling readers in mind.

Diana Taurasi is often named as the best women's basketball player ever and is considered one of the best basketball players ever too, man or woman. She's a many-time Olympic gold medalist and a WNBA All-Star that holds an impressive WNBA record. She's the league's all-time leading scorer by more than 2,000 points! Through full-color photographs of Diana on the hardwood, readers follow her from her beginnings in basketball, to being a star at the University of Connecticut, to playing with the Phoenix Mercury, highlighting her accomplishments in the United States and on the world stage throughout.

Hiking with young kids gives them an appreciation for nature all around them. From marveling at the plants and flowers they find to spotting animals in the wild, the joys kids can find one a hike are countless! In the volume, readers find out what to expect on a forest hike, including what to bring, what to look for, and the importance of staying with the group. Low-ATOS text is paired with full-color photographs of kids enjoying nature, supporting new readers to explore this volume independently when appropriate.

No matter whether a child's hometown gets a lot of snow or just a dusting, snowfall can seem magical to young eyes! Once there's snow on the ground, trips to many outdoor venues stop--so what can kids do to enjoy the outdoors when it's cold out? Play in the snow! In this volume celebrating winter fun, readers are encouraged to bundle up to build snowmen, go sledding, and more, Accessible, low-ATOS text and playful photographs that correlate closely to the images make this book a great addition to any beginning reader's library.

Going to the pumpkin patch is super exciting for young kids for a number of reasons: the fall season has arrived, they get to choose something all on their own, and it means Halloween is coming! In this adorable volume, new readers learn what to expect when going to the pumpkin patch, from activities that might occur there to festive foods they may get to try. Full-color photographs directly correlate to low-ATOS text to aid new readers' comprehension. Relatable examples and images, and a joyful tone will have readers ready for their visit to the pumpkin patch in no time!

The windy days of spring can seem like a drag to young children ready to emerge from the indoors after a long winter. But, it can be lots of fun to use the wind and make a kite soar, dip, and twirl in the breeze! This engaging book includes age-appropriate information about the season of spring, including weather and activities one can do, highlighting the fun and wonder of flying a kite. Close picture-to-text correlation aid comprehension for new readers, encouraging reading fluency and independence.

What better way to celebrate summer than by picking the fruits of the season? Young children enjoy berry picking for the immediate sense of accomplishment as they fill a bucket or basket--and for the delicious snacks they can sneak along the way! In this charming volume, readers discover what to expect when they are going berry picking with relatable examples and photographs. Close picture-to-text correlation and low ATOS language and sentence structure make this an ideal book for newly independent readers or to read aloud before a berry picking adventure.

It's confusing and scary when someone seems to be choosing not to eat, but what's at work inside them is more than a decision. Eating disorders are serious mental health conditions, and those with anorexia and bulimia need help and compassion, not tough love. Annotated quotes, engaging graphic elements, and sidebars help readers learn about the many causes and symptoms of these eating disorders, as well as the medical issues they can cause. Treatment outcomes are also covered, along with anecdotes of hope from those who have survived. Help your readers understand these two most deadly eating disorders, and provide those struggling with these disorders positive guidance for a better life.

Oil, also known as petroleum, is one of the most significant sources of energy in an energy-hungry world. Every day, more than 80 million barrels of oil are used in people's homes, businesses, and vehicles. This thorough book covers the important processes of this fossil fuel, from its origins and formation to its extraction and refining, aided by perfectly selected photographs. Readers will weigh in on the controversies surrounding oil's use as well as learn of its surprising applications--such as a medicine for ancient Egyptians and in materials that make our clothes.

Assassin bugs are amazing creatures that use their long mouthparts to kill their prey. These ambushing bugs wait on flowers, where other bugs will land while looking for a meal. Unfortunately for them, however, they become the assassin bug's meal. Assassin bugs snatch their prey and drink their body fluids as if through a straw. With vivid photographs showing these creepy killers in action, readers experience the wild world bugs live in where no potential meal is safe.

Glowworms are special kinds of beetles that make their own light. They do this through a cool chemical reaction that takes place in their bodies. Readers learn fascinating facts about these insects through informative text as well as engaging fact boxes. Science concepts such as life cycles are presented in fun ways as readers explore the lives of glowworms and see detailed photographs of these insects. What's the difference between a glowworm and a firefly? The answer is waiting for readers to discover!

Lin-Manuel Miranda is one of the most accomplished entertainers working today. From his Broadway hit Hamilton to Oscar-nominated songs from Moana, Miranda is fast becoming a household name. This volume, featuring annotated quotes, vibrant photographs, sidebars, and a detailed timeline, follows Miranda from his early life in New York to the stage and screen work that has earned him such great acclaim. Including stories from his childhood, the writing process of In the Heights and Hamilton, and his time working on Mary Poppins Returns, this book will spark any reader to take a shot at their dreams.

Shang-Chi might not have been a superhero casual fans were familiar with before the 2021 movie came out. But with the success of the fast-paced film, Shang-Chi is known throughout the Marvel Cinematic Universe--and Simu Liu, who plays him, is known all over the world! Was Simu ready for superstardom when he took the role? In this book, readers find out how Simu prepared to play Shang-Chi as well as about his early life and career. A timeline concludes the book.

Marvel comics have a long tradition of a new person taking up the mantle of a superhero who has passed away or retired. In following with this tradition, the Marvel Cinematic Universe has introduced a new Captain America, Sam Wilson, or the superhero previously known as Falcon. Played by Anthony Mackie, the new Captain America will be an integral part of the MCU's next steps. How did Mackie go from being a supporting character to a main one? This book takes readers through his journey, highlighting Mackie's preparation and belief in the importance of elevating a Black actor to be Captain America.