Ann Matzke

"Hedgehogs are not your typical pet. These interesting and unusual nocturnal animals with bright eyes, sweet faces, and prickly backs require special care and handling. Did you know that hedgehogs are one of the oldest, most primitive animals to roam the Earth since the time of dinosaurs? Lean more about these cute, quirky little pets and see if a hedgehog is the right pet for you."--Provided by publisher.

Horses come in many colors and sizes. Miniature horses, called minis, are the smallest. They are less than half the size of a regular horse. A mini makes a perfect pet because of its size and temperament, and were once kept as pets for princes and princesses. Although they can't be ridden like a normal horse, they will be sure to win your heart with their tiny stature and personality. Who knows, maybe a mini horse is the right pet for you! -- information...

Teaches Concepts Of Hour, Minutes, Seconds, And Times Of Day.

Teaches Young Students About The Concept Of A Calendar And How To Use A Calendar.

In what month is your birthday? How many days are in that month? A calendar can help you find out and keep track of time by viewing the days, weeks, and months. This title also can be used to explain how an author uses reasons and evidence to support particular points in a text.

This math concept book engages young readers through simple text and photos as they discover the difference between odd and even.

Updated for 2020, plus 2, Minus 2 relates counting by 2 to addition and subtraction.

Teaching students about what a democracy is and how our country was founded on the Constitution, which protects our rights and freedoms, is the main focus in this title. Filled with Democracy Fact boxes which include information to reinforce the text.

Maps help you learn about new places or places near where you live. This book introduces students to the basic parts of a map, including a map key and a compass rose. They learn how to use the scale on a map and the difference between a map and a globe. This title also allows students to distinguish between information provided by pictures or other illustrations and information provided by the words in a text.