Lower Primary (7–9 years)

• Author(s): Kirra Fedyszyn • Publisher: PowerKids Press • Publisher Imprint: PowerKids Press • BISAC: Biography & Autobiography - Cultural, Ethnic & RegionalThe story of Molly Pitcher highlights a side of the American Revolution not ofte...

• Author(s): George Pendergast • Publisher: Gareth Stevens Publishing • Publisher Imprint: Gareth Stevens Publishing • BISAC: Sports & Recreation - Camping & Outdoor ActivitiesDeep-sea fishermen know the big fish are always in the oceans....

• Author(s): Paula Danziger | Bruce Coville | Elizabeth Levy • Publisher: G.P. Putnam's Sons Books for Young Readers • Publisher Imprint: G.P. Putnam's Sons Books for Young Readers • BISAC: Readers - Chapter BooksThe most colorful chapter-book ch...

• Author(s): Amelie Von Zumbusch | Daniel R. Faust • Publisher: PowerKids Press • Publisher Imprint: PowerKids Press • BISAC: History - Exploration & DiscoveryFounded on recent historical investigations, this exciting volume delves into the j...

• Author(s): Maria Nelson • Publisher: Gareth Stevens Publishing • Publisher Imprint: Gareth Stevens Publishing • BISAC: Humor - Jokes & RiddlesBee stings aren't a laughing matter--but it's easy to giggle at other mis-bee-havior! Readers will...

• Author(s): Walter Laplante • Publisher: Gareth Stevens Publishing • Publisher Imprint: Gareth Stevens Publishing • BISAC: Science & Nature - Earth Sciences - Water (Oceans, Lakes, EtThe Great Lakes watershed can be traveled from end to end,...

• Author(s): Sara Howell • Publisher: PowerKids Press • Publisher Imprint: PowerKids Press • BISAC: Social Topics - Emigration & ImmigrationMany Americans are citizens because they were born here. But not everyone who lives here is a citizen....

• Author(s): Sara Howell • Publisher: PowerKids Press • Publisher Imprint: PowerKids Press • BISAC: Social Topics - Emigration & ImmigrationDid you know that American laws protect all people who live in America, even people who are not citize...

• Author(s): Barton Seaver • Publisher: National Geographic Kids • Publisher Imprint: National Geographic Kids • BISAC: Cooking & FoodJoin Barton Seaver--master chef and National Geographic Explorer--on a year-round culinary adventure as he e...

• Author(s): Rebecca Felix • Publisher: Amicus Readers • Publisher Imprint: Amicus Readers • BISAC: Concepts - Size & ShapeIntroduces differences in weight by comparing heavy, heavier, and heaviest everyday objects people lift each day such a...

• Author(s): Megan Kopp • Publisher: Crabtree Classics • Publisher Imprint: Crabtree Classics • BISAC: Language Arts - Composition & Creative WritingScience fiction stories incorporate science and technology that take readers into new worlds ...

• Author(s): Clare Oliver • Publisher: Gareth Stevens Publishing • Publisher Imprint: Gareth Stevens Publishing • BISAC: Science & Nature - Earth Sciences - Water (Oceans, Lakes, EtWhether readers love a dip in the ocean or are fascinated by ...

• Author(s): Rosalie Gaddi • Publisher: PowerKids Press • Publisher Imprint: PowerKids Press • BISAC: Mathematics - ArithmeticWorking with data is a foundational concept not only for mathematics, but for also understanding the world around us. Re...

• Author(s): Iain Zaczek • Publisher: Gareth Stevens Publishing • Publisher Imprint: Gareth Stevens Publishing • BISAC: Biography & Autobiography - ArtStarry Night is one of the most famous paintings known today. Vincent Van Gogh's Self-Portr...

• Author(s): Blair Belton • Publisher: Gareth Stevens Publishing • Publisher Imprint: Gareth Stevens Publishing • BISAC: CareersPeople pursuing careers in zoology usually focus on certain groups of animals. Herpetologists study reptiles and amphi...

• Author(s): Victoria Parker • Publisher: Gareth Stevens Publishing • Publisher Imprint: Gareth Stevens Publishing • BISAC: Legends, Myths, & Fables - GeneralThe central message of the well-known fable "The Wolf in Sheep's Clothing" seems to ...

• Author(s): Ailin Chambers • Publisher: Gareth Stevens Publishing • Publisher Imprint: Gareth Stevens Publishing • BISAC: Art - DrawingSuperheroes aren't just awesome because of their powers. Many are awesome because of the great artists who dre...

• Author(s): Ailin Chambers • Publisher: Gareth Stevens Publishing • Publisher Imprint: Gareth Stevens Publishing • BISAC: Art - DrawingThe art of manga is unique and inspiring to would-be artists. With help from step-by-step instructions, reader...

• Author(s): Liz Miles • Publisher: Gareth Stevens Publishing • Publisher Imprint: Gareth Stevens Publishing • BISAC: History - AncientThe opportunity to go back in time and experience history as it's happening would be an invaluable way to under...

• Author(s): H. Edwards Phillips • Publisher: Cavendish Square Publishing • Publisher Imprint: Cavendish Square Publishing • BISAC: Transportation - Cars, Trucks & BusesA look at the racecars typically found in NASCAR races.

• Author(s): Nicole Shea • Publisher: Gareth Stevens Publishing • Publisher Imprint: Gareth Stevens Publishing • BISAC: CareersStargazing may not just be a hobby. For some, it's a clue they should pursue a career in astronomy. In this intriguing ...

• Author(s): George Pendergast • Publisher: Gareth Stevens Publishing • Publisher Imprint: Gareth Stevens Publishing • BISAC: Sports & Recreation - Camping & Outdoor ActivitiesFreshwater fishing is a great way to cast a line when you're f...

• Author(s): Michael Rajczak • Publisher: Gareth Stevens Publishing • Publisher Imprint: Gareth Stevens Publishing • BISAC: TravelThe Great Lakes region offers so many places to visit, it's hard to pare down the choices! From the natural wonders ...

• Author(s): Victoria Parker • Publisher: Gareth Stevens Publishing • Publisher Imprint: Gareth Stevens Publishing • BISAC: Legends, Myths, & Fables - GeneralAphorisms like "slow and steady wins the race" often prove true when put to the test...

• Author(s): Kristen Rajczak Nelson • Publisher: Gareth Stevens Publishing • Publisher Imprint: Gareth Stevens Publishing • BISAC: Science & Nature - AstronomyHave you ever looked up at the stars and wondered what ancient people thought of th...

• Author(s): Victoria Parker • Publisher: Gareth Stevens Publishing • Publisher Imprint: Gareth Stevens Publishing • BISAC: Legends, Myths, & Fables - GeneralLearning lessons, such as the importance of kindness instead of harshness or quality...

• Author(s): Tim Cooke • Publisher: Crabtree Classics • Publisher Imprint: Crabtree Classics • BISAC: History - Exploration & DiscoveryThis entertaining book follows the travels of Italian merchant and adventurer Marco Polo who traveled acros...

• Author(s): Laura Sullivan • Publisher: Cavendish Square Publishing • Publisher Imprint: Cavendish Square Publishing • BISAC: Biography & Autobiography - HistoricalDiscover the life of Blackbeard (Edward Teach), among the most famous pirates...

• Author(s): Natalie Hyde • Publisher: Crabtree Classics • Publisher Imprint: Crabtree Classics • BISAC: Language Arts - Composition & Creative WritingHow To Write a Fantasy Story is an engaging title that identifies the common features that ...

• Author(s): Alix Wood • Publisher: Gareth Stevens Publishing • Publisher Imprint: Gareth Stevens Publishing • BISAC: Art - TechniquesThe most well-known graffiti artist today is Banksy. No one knows who he really is, but his graffiti has appeare...

• Author(s): Philip Johansson • Publisher: Enslow Publishing • Publisher Imprint: Enslow Publishing • BISAC: Science & Nature - BiologyTake a walk in the desert during the day and you will probably feel the heat! But if you spend a little tim...

• Author(s): Kira Freed • Publisher: PowerKids Press • Publisher Imprint: PowerKids Press • BISAC: Crafts & HobbiesThe Civil War was a difficult time in American history, as the North and South fought each other over slavery and other divisiv...

• Author(s): Ryan Nagelhout • Publisher: Gareth Stevens Publishing • Publisher Imprint: Gareth Stevens Publishing • BISAC: GeneralAs the easternmost tribe of the Iroquois Confederacy, the Mohawk people were called the "keepers of the eastern door...

• Author(s): Rebecca Stefoff • Publisher: Cavendish Square Publishing • Publisher Imprint: Cavendish Square Publishing • BISAC: Biography & Autobiography - HistoricalDiscover the life of Captain Kidd, the privateer-turned-pirate who is rumore...

• Author(s): Marie Roesser • Publisher: Gareth Stevens Publishing • Publisher Imprint: Gareth Stevens Publishing • BISAC: Animals - MammalsA honey badger's reputation as one of the most fearless animals in nature is much deserved. This omnivorous...

• Author(s): Ryan Nagelhout • Publisher: Gareth Stevens Publishing • Publisher Imprint: Gareth Stevens Publishing • BISAC: GeneralAmphibious vehicles are known for their versatility in helping troops and supplies get from sea to land and back aga...

• Author(s): Damien Toll • Publisher: Windmill Books • Publisher Imprint: Windmill Books • BISAC: Art - DrawingWasps can lay their eggs inside other insects. Cicadas can live for 17 years underground. Some butterflies can taste with their feet. T...

• Author(s): Mary Griffin • Publisher: Gareth Stevens Publishing • Publisher Imprint: Gareth Stevens Publishing • BISAC: Science & Nature - Earth Sciences - GeographyMany people know that Antarctica is the coldest place on Earth, but they mig...

• Author(s): Louise A. Spilsbury • Publisher: Gareth Stevens Publishing • Publisher Imprint: Gareth Stevens Publishing • BISAC: Science & Nature - BiologyOver time, the traits and actions that are best suited to prolonging animals' lives in a...

• Author(s): Sarah Machajewski • Publisher: Gareth Stevens Publishing • Publisher Imprint: Gareth Stevens Publishing • BISAC: People & Places - United States - Native AmericanThe Cherokee is the largest native tribe in the United States today...

• Author(s): Clare Hibbert • Publisher: PowerKids Press • Publisher Imprint: PowerKids Press • BISAC: Animals - Marine LifeAfrican penguins, also known as black-footed penguins, are a species of seabird that many dedicated people are working to p...

• Author(s): Elaine Landau • Publisher: Enslow Publishing • Publisher Imprint: Enslow Publishing • BISAC: History - United States/Colonial & RevolutionaryWhat would you do if you were George Washington and the British Army had forced you to r...

• Author(s): Sarah Machajewski • Publisher: Gareth Stevens Publishing • Publisher Imprint: Gareth Stevens Publishing • BISAC: People & Places - United States - Native AmericanThe Cherokee is the largest native tribe in the United States today...

• Author(s): Shalini Saxena • Publisher: Gareth Stevens Publishing • Publisher Imprint: Gareth Stevens Publishing • BISAC: GeneralThe remarkable Cheyenne have adapted to many changes throughout their history. In the 1700s, they shifted from an ag...

• Author(s): Clare Hibbert • Publisher: PowerKids Press • Publisher Imprint: PowerKids Press • BISAC: Animals - Apes, Monkeys, etc.Orangutans are threatened by the loss of their rainforest habitats and their popularity among illegal pet traders. ...

• Author(s): Marie Roesser • Publisher: Gareth Stevens Publishing • Publisher Imprint: Gareth Stevens Publishing • BISAC: Animals - Marine LifeIncredibly, the little creatures called mantis shrimp are one of the most dangerous animals in the ocea...

• Author(s): Mark J. Harasymiw • Publisher: Gareth Stevens Publishing • Publisher Imprint: Gareth Stevens Publishing • BISAC: GeneralFrom hunting buffalo on the plains to harvesting the bulb of the agave plant in the rocky desert, the Apache have...

• Author(s): Richard Spilsbury • Publisher: PowerKids Press • Publisher Imprint: PowerKids Press • BISAC: Animals - BirdsThe wide, expansive sky is a highway for many beautiful, flying creatures. Though they have wings to help them escape danger,...

• Author(s): Kristen Rajczak Nelson • Publisher: Gareth Stevens Publishing • Publisher Imprint: Gareth Stevens Publishing • BISAC: GeneralThe Shoshone people's history is forever tied to the period known as westward expansion in the United States...

• Author(s): Tig Thomas • Publisher: Gareth Stevens Publishing • Publisher Imprint: Gareth Stevens Publishing • BISAC: Poetry (see also Stories in Verse)The great poet Alexander Pope was asked by a prince to write a poem for a dog's collar. He wr...

• Author(s): Therese M. Shea • Publisher: Gareth Stevens Publishing • Publisher Imprint: Gareth Stevens Publishing • BISAC: People & Places - United States - Native AmericanThe Hopi village of Oraibi was settled around AD 1050, making it the ...

• Author(s): John Clendening • Publisher: PowerKids Press • Publisher Imprint: PowerKids Press • BISAC: Animals - GeneralThere are many animals within the United States that don't have a home. Fortunately, there are many animal shelters across th...

• Author(s): Jamie Kallio • Publisher: 12-Story Library • Publisher Imprint: 12-Story Library • BISAC: Science & Nature - BiologyExplores 12 things to know about invasive species. Includes amazing facts along with information about key proble...

• Author(s): Mari Kesselring | Mariano Epelbaum • Publisher: 12-Story Library • Publisher Imprint: 12-Story Library • BISAC: Readers - Chapter BooksBridget's on a long road trip, squished between two of her annoying cousins. So she slips on her h...

• Author(s): Brandon Terrell • Publisher: 12-Story Library • Publisher Imprint: 12-Story Library • BISAC: Sports & Recreation - SoccerLogan is worried about trying out for the Grizzlies soccer team, so he heads down to Sal's Used Sporting Goo...

• Author(s): Ruth Owen • Publisher: PowerKids Press • Publisher Imprint: PowerKids Press • BISAC: Crafts & HobbiesSt. Patrick's Day is usually known as a fun holiday of parades, music, and people dressed in green from head to toe. Readers may...

• Author(s): Anita Yasuda • Publisher: 12-Story Library • Publisher Imprint: 12-Story Library • BISAC: History - Military & WarsThe 12 Most Amazing American Battles discusses 12 American battles that stand out in US history. Amazing facts are...

• Author(s): Mari Kesselring | Mariano Epelbaum • Publisher: 12-Story Library • Publisher Imprint: 12-Story Library • BISAC: Family - General (see also headings under Social Themes)For her birthday, Bridget gets a pair of high-tech glasses that c...

• Author(s): Brandon Terrell • Publisher: 12-Story Library • Publisher Imprint: 12-Story Library • BISAC: Sports & Recreation - Baseball & SoftballBen Mason needs to speed things up on the base paths, so he visits Sal's Used Sporting Good...