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Grades 3–5 • 8 1/2” x 11” • 32 pp. • Library-bound: $27.25 / $21.80 • eBook: $27.25 / $21.80 JAN ’20 Lib Set: 978‑1‑5345‑3397‑4 • $109.00 / $87.20 Sometimes the smallest organisms can have the biggest impact on their surroundings . Readers discover this by looking into the lives of bees, plankton, spiders, and worms . While they may be tiny, these organisms play valuable roles in their environments . The main texts present this basic science curriculum topic in a way that is easily understandable and engaging for readers . Fun fact boxes, detailed glossaries, and vibrant, full-color photographs draw readers into this fascinating topic . Readers are sure to enjoy getting an up-close look at some of the world’s smallest living things .

Key features of each volume: • Carefully chosen topics encourage young readers to broaden their understanding of biodiversity • Creative design elements appeal to visual learners • Age‑appropriate texts help young readers see the value in creatures they may have previously thought of as gross or scary, such as bees and spiders

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JAN ’20! Bees ©2020 • GRL: O • Dewey: 595.79 Lib . ISBN: 978-1-5345-3283-0 eBook ISBN: 978-1-5345-3284-7

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JAN ’20! Plankton ©2020 • GRL: O • Dewey: 578.76 Lib . ISBN: 978-1-5345-3287-8 eBook ISBN: 978-1-5345-3288-5

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JAN ’20! Spiders ©2020 • GRL: O • Dewey: 595.4 Lib . ISBN: 978-1-5345-3291-5 eBook ISBN: 978-1-5345-3292-2

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JAN ’20! Worms ©2020 • GRL: O • Dewey: 592.3 Lib . ISBN: 978-1-5345-3295-3 eBook ISBN: 978-1-5345-3296-0

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ANIMAL CLASSIFICATION

Grades 3–5 • 8 1/2” x 11” • 32 pp. • Library-bound: $27.25 / $21.80 • eBook: $27.25 / $21.80 BUY ALL TITLES: 978‑1‑5345‑3041‑6 • $327.00 / $261.60 Readers will learn about the diversity of the animal kingdom as they discover essential information about a wide variety of living things . Marsupials, mollusks, arachnids, crustaceans, echinoderms and more are explored in depth, giving young readers an introduction to creatures they might not be familiar with . Basic biology concepts are introduced through the age-appropriate main texts . Eager animal lovers will expand their knowledge of this fascinating topic through supplementary content, such as engaging fact boxes and detailed diagrams . Bright, full-color photographs show these amazing animals in incredible detail .

Key features of each volume: • Creative focus on unique creatures provides an exciting take on an essential science curriculum topic • Fun facts about more obscure species encourage readers to learn more about animals beyond those that are considered the most popular, broadening their understanding of the natural world • Impressive design elements captivate readers and help them learn to get information from different visual sources, such as charts and diagrams

Amphibians ©2017 • GRL: P/1110L • Dewey: 597.8 Lib . ISBN: 978-1-5345-2004-2 eBook ISBN: 978-1-5345-2005-9 Arachnids ©2020 • GRL: P • Dewey: 595.4 Lib . ISBN: 978-1-5345-3029-4 eBook ISBN: 978-1-5345-3052-2 Birds ©2017 • GRL: P/970L • Dewey: 598 Lib . ISBN: 978-1-5345-2007-3 eBook ISBN: 978-1-5345-2008-0 Crustaceans ©2020 • GRL: P • Dewey: 595.3 Lib . ISBN: 978-1-5345-3028-7 eBook ISBN: 978-1-5345-3049-2 Echinoderms ©2020 • GRL: P • Dewey: 593.9 Lib . ISBN: 978-1-5345-3030-0 eBook ISBN: 978-1-5345-3051-5 Fish ©2017 • GRL: P/940L • Dewey: 597 Lib . ISBN: 978-1-5345-2011-0 eBook ISBN: 978-1-5345-2012-7

Insects ©2017 • GRL: P/1050L • Dewey: 595.4 Lib . ISBN: 978-1-5345-2015-8 eBook ISBN: 978-1-5345-2016-5 Mammals ©2017 • GRL: P/1030L • Dewey: 599 Lib . ISBN: 978-1-5345-2019-6 eBook ISBN: 978-1-5345-2020-2 Marsupials ©2020 • GRL: P • Dewey: 599.2 Lib . ISBN: 978-1-5345-3026-3 eBook ISBN: 978-1-5345-3048-5 Mollusks ©2020 • GRL: P • Dewey: 594.14 Lib . ISBN: 978-1-5345-3027-0 eBook ISBN: 978-1-5345-3050-8 Protozoa ©2020 • GRL: P • Dewey: 579 Lib . ISBN: 978-1-5345-3031-7 eBook ISBN: 978-1-5345-3047-8 Reptiles ©2017 • GRL: P/1000L • Dewey: 597.9 Lib . ISBN: 978-1-5345-2023-3 eBook ISBN: 978-1-5345-2024-0

POINTS OF VIEW

Grades 3–5 • 8 1/2” x 8 1/2” • 24 pp. • Library-bound: $24.60 / $19.68 • eBook: $24.60 / $19.68 AUG ’20 Lib Set: 978‑1‑5345‑3488‑9 • $147.60 / $118.08 JAN ’20 Lib Set: 978‑1‑5345‑3215‑1 • $147.60 / $118.08 BUY ALL TITLES: 978‑1‑5345‑3489‑6 • $1,033.20 / $826.56 From a very young age, children hear the opinions of the adults around them, but they need the proper tools to develop their own points of view about important issues . As readers discover the facts surrounding important debates, they learn to think critically about current events and other important topics . Through objective text and graphic organizers, debates such as whether the Electoral College is necessary and what to do regarding gun control are explained in a way children can grasp . Full-color photographs provide visual context to help children better understand how these issues affect their own lives .

Key features of each volume: • Neutral language presents both sides of debates without judgment • Volumes cover a wide range of crucial topics, including social media and immigration policy, to help young readers think critically about important issues • Up‑to‑date statistics presented in eye‑catching fact boxes teach readers to back up their points of view with relevant data

NEW AUG ’20! Is It Important to Buy American Goods? ©2021 • GRL: N • Dewey: 339.4 Lib . ISBN: 978-1-5345-3434-6 eBook ISBN: 978-1-5345-3435-3

NEW AUG ’20! Is Social Media Helpful or Harmful? ©2021 • GRL: N • Dewey: 302.23 Lib . ISBN: 978-1-5345-3418-6 eBook ISBN: 978-1-5345-3419-3

NEW AUG ’20! Is the Electoral College Necessary? ©2021 • GRL: N • Dewey: 324.6 Lib . ISBN: 978-1-5345-3426-1 eBook ISBN: 978-1-5345-3427-8

NEW AUG ’20! Should Gun Control Laws Be Stronger? ©2021 • GRL: N • Dewey: 363.33 Lib . ISBN: 978-1-5345-3438-4 eBook ISBN: 978-1-5345-3439-1

NEW AUG ’20! Should Student-Athletes Be Paid? ©2021 • GRL: N • Dewey: 796.04 Lib . ISBN: 978-1-5345-3422-3 eBook ISBN: 978-1-5345-3423-0

NEW AUG ’20! Should the United States Have Open Borders? ©2021 • GRL: N • Dewey: 325.73 Lib . ISBN: 978-1-5345-3430-8 eBook ISBN: 978-1-5345-3431-5

JAN ’20! Are Humans Causing Climate Change? ©2020 • GRL: N • Dewey: 363.73 Lib . ISBN: 978-1-5345-3196-3 eBook ISBN: 978-1-5345-3202-1

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JAN ’20! Is Television Bad for Kids? ©2020 • GRL: N • Dewey: 302.23 Lib . ISBN: 978-1-5345-3192-5 eBook ISBN: 978-1-5345-3198-7

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JAN ’20! Should All Children Get Vaccines? ©2020 • GRL: N • Dewey: 615.3 Lib . ISBN: 978-1-5345-3191-8 eBook ISBN: 978-1-5345-3197-0

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JAN ’20! Should Bullying Be a Crime? ©2020 • GRL: N • Dewey: 302.34 Lib . ISBN: 978-1-5345-3195-6 eBook ISBN: 978-1-5345-3201-4

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JAN ’20! Should Kids Get an Allowance? ©2020 • GRL: N • Dewey: 332.02 Lib . ISBN: 978-1-5345-3193-2 eBook ISBN: 978-1-5345-3199-4

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JAN ’20! Should Plastic Bags Be Banned? ©2020 • GRL: N • Dewey: 363.7 Lib . ISBN: 978-1-5345-3194-9 eBook ISBN: 978-1-5345-3200-7

ATOS PENDING Are School Uniforms Good for Students? ©2018 • GRL: N/960L • Dewey: 371.5 Lib . ISBN: 978-1-5345-2342-5 eBook ISBN: 978-1-5345-2343-2 Are Some Sports Too Dangerous for Kids? ©2019 • GRL: N • Dewey: 796.02 Lib . ISBN: 978-1-5345-2559-7 eBook ISBN: 978-1-5345-2562-7

ATOS 5.8 Are Students Given Too Much Homework? ©2019 • GRL: N • Dewey: 371.30 Lib . ISBN: 978-1-5345-2779-9 eBook ISBN: 978-1-5345-2780-5 Are Video Games Too Violent? ©2018 • GRL: N • Dewey: 794.8 Lib . ISBN: 978-1-5345-2425-5 eBook ISBN: 978-1-5345-2426-2

ATOS 5.8 Does Technology Make People Lazy? ©2019 • GRL: N • Dewey: 303.48 Lib . ISBN: 978-1-5345-2563-4 eBook ISBN: 978-1-5345-2566-5

ATOS 5.5 Does Voting Matter? ©2018 • GRL: N/1010L • Dewey: 323.60 Lib . ISBN: 978-1-5345-2429-3 eBook ISBN: 978-1-5345-2430-9

ATOS 5.8 Do Kids Need Recess? ©2019 • GRL: N • Dewey: 371.2 Lib . ISBN: 978-1-5345-2787-4 eBook ISBN: 978-1-5345-2788-1 Do Music and Art Classes Matter? ©2019 • GRL: N • Dewey: 700 Lib . ISBN: 978-1-5345-2567-2 eBook ISBN: 978-1-5345-2570-2

ATOS 5.7 Is It Our Job to Protect the Environment? ©2019 • GRL: N • Dewey: 363.7 Lib . ISBN: 978-1-5345-2571-9 eBook ISBN: 978-1-5345-2574-0

ATOS 5.5 Is It Wrong to Ban Books? ©2018 • GRL: N • Dewey: 344.73 Lib . ISBN: 978-1-5345-2427-9 eBook ISBN: 978-1-5345-2428-6

ATOS 5.5 Is It Wrong to Eat Meat? ©2019 • GRL: N • Dewey: 338.1 Lib . ISBN: 978-1-5345-2575-7 eBook ISBN: 978-1-5345-2578-8

ATOS 5 Should a College Education Be Free? ©2019 • GRL: N • Dewey: 378.3 Lib . ISBN: 978-1-5345-2783-6 eBook ISBN: 978-1-5345-2784-3

“Even‑handed text…Readers will have to ponder the pros and cons…After all the information has been presented, readers are asked to form their own opinions and weigh in on the debate…An excellent exercise in critical thinking and informed decision making.” —BOOKLIST ON SHOULD SCHOOL LUNCHES BE FREE?

Should Animal Testing Be Banned? ©2019 • GRL: N • Dewey: 179.4 Lib . ISBN: 978-1-5345-2791-1 eBook ISBN: 978-1-5345-2792-8 Should Boys and Girls Go to Separate Schools? ©2020 • GRL: N • Dewey: 371.82 Lib . ISBN: 978-1-5345-6721-4 eBook ISBN: 978-1-5345-2993-9

ATOS 5.7 Should Cell Phones Be Allowed in Classrooms? ©2019 • GRL: N • Dewey: 371.33 Lib . ISBN: 978-1-5345-2775-1 eBook ISBN: 978-1-5345-2776-8 Should Citizens Be Required to Vote? ©2019 • GRL: N • Dewey: 323.60 Lib . ISBN: 978-1-5345-2771-3 eBook ISBN: 978-1-5345-2772-0 Should Every Community Have a Library? ©2020 • GRL: N • Dewey: 027 Lib . ISBN: 978-1-5345-6724-5 eBook ISBN: 978-1-5345-6729-0

ATOS 5.3 Should Girls Play Sports with Boys? ©2018 • GRL: N • Dewey: 344.73 Lib . ISBN: 978-1-5345-2421-7 eBook ISBN: 978-1-5345-2422-4

ATOS 4.9 Should Junk Food Be Banned in Schools? ©2018 • GRL: N • Dewey: 371.7 Lib . ISBN: 978-1-5345-2419-4 eBook ISBN: 978-1-5345-2420-0

ATOS 5.5 Should School Lunches Be Free? ©2018 • GRL: N • Dewey: 371.7 Lib . ISBN: 978-1-5345-2334-0 eBook ISBN: 978-1-5345-2335-7 Should Students Go to School All Year Round? ©2019 • GRL: N • Dewey: 371.2 Lib . ISBN: 978-1-5345-2555-9 eBook ISBN: 978-1-5345-2558-0

ATOS 5.1 Should Students Have to Take Tests? ©2018 • GRL: N • Dewey: 371.26 Lib . ISBN: 978-1-5345-2346-3 eBook ISBN: 978-1-5345-2347-0 Should the Government Pay for Health Care? ©2020 • GRL: N • Dewey: 362.1 Lib . ISBN: 978-1-5345-6725-2 eBook ISBN: 978-1-5345-6730-6

ATOS 5.8 Should the School Day Start Later? ©2020 • GRL: N • Dewey: 370 Lib . ISBN: 978-1-5345-6720-7 eBook ISBN: 978-1-5345-2991-5

ATOS 5.1 Should the Voting Age Be Lowered? ©2020 • GRL: N • Dewey: 324.6 Lib . ISBN: 978-1-5345-6722-1 eBook ISBN: 978-1-5345-6727-6

ATOS 6.1 Should We Keep Animals in Zoos? ©2018 • GRL: N • Dewey: 590.74 Lib . ISBN: 978-1-5345-2327-2 eBook ISBN: 978-1-5345-2328-9 Should We Pay for Water? ©2018 • GRL: N • Dewey: 333.91 Lib . ISBN: 978-1-5345-2330-2 eBook ISBN: 978-1-5345-2331-9 Should We Trust the News? ©2020 • GRL: N • Dewey: 302.23 Lib . ISBN: 978-1-5345-6723-8 eBook ISBN: 978-1-5345-2996-0

ATOS 5.9 Who Should See What You’re Doing Online? ©2018 • GRL: N • Dewey: 004.67 Lib . ISBN: 978-1-5345-2423-1 eBook ISBN: 978-1-5345-2424-8

ATOS 5.8 Why Are Some People Homeless? ©2018 • GRL: N/930L • Dewey: 362.5 Lib . ISBN: 978-1-5345-2338-8 eBook ISBN: 978-1-5345-2339-5

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