North Star Editions Education Catalogue Spring 2021 by CrossCan Educational Solutions

SENSATIONAL SERIES FOR SPRING! We’re thrilled to introduce 96 new school library titles for our spring 2021 season. We have something for everyone! Little Blue Readers has fun, high-interest nonfiction titles created to help beginning readers take their first steps toward literacy. Focus Readers has your shelves covered with captivating, accessible nonfiction titles for a wide range of reading abilities from grades K–9. You’ll find the latest information on your sports fans’ favorite athletes and teams with new titles from Press Box Books. And fiction fans will rejoice with Jolly Fish Press’s new series fiction for readers ages 6–12.

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All titles are available in multiple formats, including reinforced library binding, paperback, and hosted multiuser ebook.

SOCIAL & EMOTIONAL LEARNING Spreading Kindness A timely series for Grades 1–3, these 10 titles show young readers how to treat others with kindness and respect. See page 3 for more details

$20 THREE‑FORMAT BUNDLE • For only $20, you’ll get one title in three formats: library-bound, paperback, and hosted multiuser ebook.* A savings of up to $36 per title! • Plus, for every library-bound book purchased, we will donate a paperback book to a nonprofit literacy program. An additional value of up to $9.95! • Offer is good until July 1, 2021. *Offer applies to Focus Readers, Little Blue House, Press Box Books, and Jolly Fish Press series fiction titles. Orders must be placed directly through North Star Editions. Paperback, hosted ebook, and library-bound book must be the same title, no exceptions.

Big Machines Page 2 Reading Level: K–1 | Interest Level: K–1

Spreading Kindness Page 3 Reading Level: 1–2 | Interest Level: 1–3

Important Women Page 3 Reading Level: 2–3 | Interest Level: 3–5

Reading Level: 3–5 | Interest Level: 4–7

Biggest Names in Sports Set 6 Page 4 Saving Animals Page 4 World Studies Page 5

Reading Level: 5–6 | Interest Level: 5–9

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Interest Level: Ages 8–12

Early Chapter Books Middle Grade Fiction

Math Basics Page 6 How I Feel Page 7 If I Were an Animal Page 7

MLB All-Time Greats Page 8 Legends of Women’s Sports Page 9 Unicorns of the Secret Stable Set 2 I Am America Set 3 Haunted States of America Set 3

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Reading Level: Grades K–1 Interest Level: Grades K–1

Every Focus Readers title comes with free, easy‑to‑use lesson plans and educator resources. Visit focusreaders.com to learn more.

$16.95 LB | $6.95 PB

BIG MACHINES People have created all kinds of vehicles and machines. Each one has different parts and does different jobs. This series introduces early readers to several big and impressive machines, as well as the ways people use them.

Big Machines for Fire and Rescue Big Machines in Space Big Machines in the Air Big Machines in the City Big Machines in the Military Big Machines on the Farm Big Machines on the Water Big Machines That Build

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Common Core RI K.1–5, 7; RI 1.1–7

Dewey: 380, 387, 388 | 16 pages | 7x9 trim size

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SPREADING KINDNESS

IMPORTANT WOMEN

No matter what’s going on in the world, individuals can choose to

This series highlights eight fascinating women whose groundbreaking

act with kindness and respect. This series introduces young readers

work has had a huge impact. Each book provides an overview of the

to 10 ways they can make a difference in their families, schools,

subject’s life and discusses how she made her mark on the world.

and communities.

Being Kind at Home Being Kind at School Being Kind During a Pandemic Being Kind Online Being Kind to Friends Encouraging Others Helping at Mealtime Helping with Chores Understanding Differences Volunteering

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Ruth Bader Ginsburg: Supreme Court Justice Dolores Huerta: Labor Organizer Barbara Jordan: Civil Rights Leader Michelle Obama: First Lady Ellen Ochoa: Astronaut Greta Thunberg: Climate Activist Chien-Shiung Wu: Physicist Malala Yousafzai: Education Activist

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BIGGEST NAMES IN SPORTS SET 6

SAVING ANIMALS

Biggest Names in Sports introduces young readers to some of

Humans have negatively affected many of Earth’s species.

the brightest stars in sports today. These exciting narratives

Fortunately, human ingenuity can help care for these animals.

summarize each player’s life and career to date, drawing attention

This series examines six animal species that are in danger and

to their accomplishments on the field and career highlights, while

investigates the various ways that people are attempting to

also including biographical information such as family life and

protect them.

charity work.

Ronald Acuña Jr.: Baseball Star Cody Bellinger: Baseball Star Gerrit Cole: Baseball Star Stephen Curry: Basketball Star LeBron James: Basketball Star Colin Kaepernick: Football Star Ja Morant: Basketball Star Bubba Wallace: Auto Racing Star

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Common Core RI 4.1–3, 5, 7, 8; RI 5.1–3, 8; RI 6.1–7; RI 7.1–5 Dewey: 796 | 32 pages | 7x9 trim size

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Saving American Crocodiles Saving Caribou Saving Green Sea Turtles Saving Jaguars Saving Mountain Gorillas Saving Polar Bears

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Common Core RI 4.1–5, 7, 8; RI 5.1–4, 8; RI 6.1–7; RI 7.1–5 Dewey: 590 | 32 pages | 7x9 trim size

Reading Level: Grades 5–6 Interest Level: Grades 5–9

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WORLD STUDIES Our world contains an incredible diversity of geographies, nations, and cultures. This informative series explores eight regions of the world, focusing on their rich and complex histories, natural environments, economies, governments, and peoples. 8 TITLES ©2021

Africa Asia Central America Europe The Middle East North America Oceania South America

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Common Core RI RI 5.1–4, 8; RI 6.1–8; RI 7.1–6, 8; RI 8.1–6, 8 Dewey: 940–990 | 48 pages | 7x9 trim size

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Each title includes an Animal or Culture Profile and a Landmark Profile special feature.

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Reading Level: Grades Pre-K–1 Interest Level: Grades Pre-K–2

LEVEL 1 $16.95 LB | $6.95 PB

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Counting, adding, and measuring are valuable skills that all

With simple text, vibrant photos, and high‑interest topics, Little Blue Readers are an ideal way for young learners to take their first steps toward literacy.

children must learn. This informative series uses high-interest

topics to guide young readers through a variety of math basics.

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Reading Level: Grades K–1 Interest Level: Grades Pre-K–2

Visit littlebluehousebooks.com for more information about our guided reading levels.

MATH BASICS

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Adding Apples Counting Cars Measuring at School Naming Money Penguin Patterns Shapes Everywhere Sorting Toys Subtracting Spiders

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Common Core RI K.1–7 | Dewey: 510 | 16 pages | 8x8 trim size

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HOW I FEEL

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IF I WERE AN ANIMAL

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People experience a wide range of emotions. These high‑interest texts

All animals move, eat, and behave in different ways. This exciting

causes, responses, and coping skills to for various emotions.

some of Earth’s most interesting animals.

foster emotional intelligence in young readers, exploring common

I Feel Afraid I Feel Angry I Feel Bored I Feel Excited I Feel Happy I Feel Lonely I Feel Sad I Feel Worried

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series lets young readers experience life from the perspective of

If I Were a Cheetah If I Were a Dolphin If I Were a Penguin If I Were a Polar Bear If I Were a Shark If I Were a Sloth If I Were a Wolf If I Were an Alligator

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Common Core RI K.1–5, 7; RI 1.1–7 | Dewey: 590 | 24 pages | 8x8 trim size

$18.95 LB | $8.95 PB INTEREST LEVEL: AGES 8–12

MLB ALL-TIME GREATS

From the legends of the game to today’s superstars, Major League

With engaging storytelling, accessible text, and vibrant visuals, Press Box Books deliver thrilling reading experiences for every young sports fan.

Baseball has always been home to supremely talented players. This series introduces readers to the best of the best from their favorite teams through the years.

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New York Yankees All-Time Greats

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Reading Level: Grade 3 | Interest Level: Grades 2–4 Dewey: 796 | 24 pages | 7x9 trim size

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Legends of Women’s Sports

From pioneers in their field to the superstars of today, this series tells the stories of the women who have thrilled and inspired fans both on and off the field of play in swimming, track and field, figure skating, soccer, tennis, basketball, and gymnastics, as well as the women who reported on these athletes in the media. 8 TITLES ©2021

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Legends of Women’s Gymnastics

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Legends of Women’s Soccer

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Legends of Women’s Swimming

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Reading Level: Grades 3–4 | Interest Level: Grades 3–7 Dewey: 796 | 32 pages | 7x9 trim size

INTEREST LEVEL: AGES 8–12

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CHAPTER BOOKS

Interest Level: Ages 6–8

by Whitney Sanderson | illustrated by Jomike Tejido

Fun and Fantastical Early Chapter Books and Middle Grade Fiction

There are unicorns behind Magic Moon Stable, but no one except Iris and Ruby knows they exist. As Unicorn Guardians, it is their job to protect the unicorns and their magic to keep them safe from the outside world. BISAC Category: JUV002270 JUVENILE FICTION / Animals / Dragons, Unicorns & Mythical Trim size: 5.25 x 7.5 | Pages: 72 Ages: 6–8 Four new titles for Spring! Warehouse date: December 1, 2020 Publication date: January 1, 2021 4 TITLES

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Unique Unicorn: Book 5

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Starberry Magic: Book 6

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Shadow Stallion: Book 7

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The Great Unicorn Race: Book 8

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I Am America

MIDDLE GRADE FICTION Interest Level: Ages 8–12

by Maya Chhabra and Judy Dodge Cummings | illustrated by Eric Freeberg It’s the storytellers that preserve a nation’s history. But what happens when some stories are silenced? The I Am America series features fictional stories based on important historical events from people whose voices have been underrepresented, lost, or forgotten over time. BISAC Category: JUV016150 JUVENILE FICTION / Historical / United States / 20th Century Trim size: 5 x 7.5 | Pages: 160 | Ages: 8–12 Two new titles for Spring! Warehouse date: December 1, 2020 Publication date: January 1, 2021

Praise for Journey to a Promised Land: ”This well-written volume fills a major gap in historical fiction.” —Kirkus Reviews, starred review Praise for If the Fire Comes: ”The author’s skillful blend of fact and fiction is backed up by fascinating backmatter . . . historical facts are woven into the story with such finesse readers will be eager to learn more.” —Kirkus Reviews, starred review More in this series:

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Stranger on the Home Front

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When the Earth Dragon Trembled

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HAUNTED STATES OF AMERICA

MIDDLE GRADE FICTION Interest Level: Ages 8–12

by Thomas Kingsley Troupe | illustrated by Maggie Ivy Every state has its own spine-tingling stories of ghosts and mysterious hauntings grounded in its regional history. The Haunted States of America series uses real-life ghost lore as jumping-off points to new, chilling tales. An author’s note provides historical origins and fascinating facts, but beware: sometimes real life is stranger than fiction. BISAC Category: JUV069000 JUVENILE FICTION / Ghost Stories Trim size: 5 x 7.5 | Pages: 136 | Ages: 8–12 Two new titles for Spring! Warehouse date: December 1, 2020 Publication date: January 1, 2021

Praise for Trapped in Room 217: “Great stuff for readers who love to learn about haunted places.” —Booklist “A quick and straightforward ghost story to supplement collections where readers can’t get enough fiction based on ‘true’ ghost tales.” —School Library Journal More in this series:

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Haunt and Seek

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The Dead Below

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