Time for School
Part of the nonfiction Orca Timeline series for middle-grade readers, this illustrated book examines the past, present and future of schools around the world and the who, what, where, when and how we learn.
Tiny Hiker
In this rhyming picture book, the tiny hiker is excited for her first backpacking trip to camp on the beach, but when the trail is longer, steeper and much more difficult than she expected, she has to find a way to keep going—even when she wants to give up.
The Water You're Swimming In
In this moving middle-grade novel, Noah tries to be the perfect kid to keep his parents happy and his anxiety at bay after his teenage brother runs away, but he finds himself floundering and sets off to find his brother himself.
Werewolves Don't Keep Diaries
In this funny, partially illustrated early chapter book, Lou can't seem to do anything right. His body seems to be against him too—growing hair on his feet, sprouting claws and making him want to howl. But just as he thinks he has to run away, he learns about his family legacy and realizes he's exactly who he's meant to be.
When the Clouds Came
In this lyrical picture book about a Chinese family, the sky tries to hold in the clouds just like the boy holds in his worries about his grandmother's health. When she passes away, the sky lets out all the rain—and helps the boy finally express his grief.
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This colorfully illustrated picture book expresses gratitude for the natural world, food and shelter, feelings, experiences and the Seven Grandfathers Teachings.
The Winter Vault
Peter's family life has been devastated by tragedy. Picking up what is left, he has to contend with family secrets also.
Busted
In this high-interest accessible novel for teen readers, Jonah inadvertently records a video of two of his hockey teammates play fighting. When one of them is seriously hurt, Jonah is conflicted about what to do.
Checked Out
In this high-interest accessible novel for middle-grade readers, queer seventh-grader Seth finds himself taking a stand when his conservative classmate sabotages the Pride display in his middle-school library.
Color in Nature
Part of the nonfiction Orca Wild series for middle-grade readers and illustrated with color photographs throughout, this book examines how animals use color for survival.
The Curse of Heartwood Academy
In this high-interest accessible novel for teen readers, fifteen-year-old Allie must spend the night in a haunted forest when the senior students at her new school force her into an initiation ritual.
Do Not Go Out At Night
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In this short thriller novel for middle-grade readers told in journal entries and transcripts, Oliver and Maddy describe their run-in with a murderer after they uncover long-hidden evidence of his crimes.
Gone Forever?
Part of the nonfiction Orca Think series for middle-grade readers, this illustrated book introduces young people to places around the world that could disappear because of the effects of human-caused climate change.
How to Comfort a Monster
In this sweet picture book, a child attempts the impossible task of consoling a giant crying monster, but learns that his company is comfort enough.
Meet the Cephalopods
This beautifully illustrated nonfiction picture book dives deep into the lives of enigmatic, clever and fascinating cephalopods.
Meg and Greg: Moose on the Loose
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In the seventh book in the phonics-based, decodable Meg and Greg series, Meg and Greg are helping out in their community in four stories that introduce readers to vowel teams and gliding vowels. Includes illustrations and worksheets.
My Language Is a Garden
In this picture book, with a story told in rhyming verse, a parent tells their child about their heritage language and all that it represents, from ancient knowledge and medicines to exploration of the cosmos, and how by sharing this language, their hearts will be connected always.
No Brainer
In this high-interest accessible novel for teen readers, Liv finds herself at the center of a feminist movement when she's teased and reprimanded for not wearing a bra.
Question Everything
This illustrated nonfiction book for middle-grade readers uses infographics, tips, facts and ideas to teach a critical approach to understanding the news and other media.
Sticking to the Facts
Part of the nonfiction Orca Take Action series for middle-grade readers, this illustrated book gives young readers tools to spot fake news and actions to take to fight misinformation and disinformation.
Think Like a Scientist
This nonfiction book for middle-grade readers shares tips, facts and ideas about how to approach and understand the world from a scientific perspective.
We Can’t Wait to Hold You
Illustrated with photographs, this baby board book by acclaimed author Richard Van Camp is a buoyant ode to a baby on the way by those joyously awaiting their arrival.
Teaching Vocabulary in the Content Areas
This practical, all-in-one guide helps students master content-area vocabulary through powerful word-learning strategies and thinking routines, while giving teachers the tools to deepen their own instructional knowledge.
What's Missing in Math Instruction?
A practical approach to ensuring that students succeed on any math test. Teachers explore four evidence-based practices that set students up to understand, navigate, and demonstrate their knowledge of math concepts.
