Amicus Ink

Get kids ready to bend and twirl! Where do ballet dancers practice? And what should you wear to class? Conversational questions and answers share what kids can expect when they join a ballet class, including what shoes to pack, basic ballet positions, and what a recital is like. "Did You Know" fact boxes and infographics catch readers' attention and help visual learners score on new concepts. A Stay Curious! feature encourages kids to keep asking questions while doubling as a mini media literacy lesson on research skills. Includes glossary and index.

Why is saving water important? And who uses the most water? Ignite kids' growing curiosity about the environment with an inquiry-based approach to water conservation. We use water every day. We drink it, use it to cook, do laundry, and bathe. Farmers and factories use it, too. But our amount of freshwater is limited and is becoming polluted. What can people do to help? Conversational questions and answers guide early elementary readers on a critical thinking journey with accessible text about the water cycle, how water is cleaned to be used, and how kids can save water at home. Colorful and engaging infographics help visual learners understand new concepts. A "Stay Curious!" feature encourages kids to keep asking questions while doubling as a mini media literacy lesson on research skills. Includes table of contents, glossary, and index.

What is upcycling and how can it help save the Earth? Ignite kids' growing curiosity about the environment with an inquiry-based approach to reducing waste. Create a dog toy out of a t-shirt. Plant a flower in a water bottle. Make old things new with upcycling! It helps save everyday items that can't be recycled. Conversational questions and answers guide early elementary readers on a critical thinking journey with accessible text about finding materials to upcycle, the skills people learn while upcycling, ideas on where to begin, and what some people do with their new creations. Colourful and engaging infographics help visual learners understand new concepts. A "Stay Curious!" feature encourages kids to keep asking questions while doubling as a mini media literacy lesson on research skills. Includes table of contents, glossary, and index.

Meet Emma! She loves riding roller coasters and playing at the beach. She also has Tourette syndrome. Emma is real and so are her experiences. Learn about her life in this illustrated narrative nonfiction picture book for elementary students. Kids are naturally curious about differences. Emma sheds light on her life, with the help of experienced children's author Mari Schuh. Emma is not defined by Tourette syndrome, but she has some challenges dealing with tics. Let Emma tell you a little about her life. Colourful, realistic illustrations and a dyslexic-friendly font promote accessibility. Includes tips for kids about interacting with someone who has Tourette syndrome.

Get kids ready to serve up a win on the tennis court! What gear do I need? And how does the scoring work? Conversational questions and answers share what kids can expect when they join tennis, including types of tennis strokes, tournaments, and how to win a game, set, and match. "Did You Know" fact boxes and infographics catch sports fans' attention and help visual learners score on new concepts. A Stay Curious! feature encourages kids to keep asking questions while doubling as a mini media literacy lesson on research skills. Includes glossary and index.

Get kids ready to chop, block, and grapple in the dojo! What age can you start martial arts? And which style is best for a beginner? Conversational questions and answers share what kids can expect when they join martial arts, including what to wear, what a competition is like, and how to get a black belt. "Did You Know" fact boxes and infographics catch sports fans' attention and help visual learners learn new concepts. A Stay Curious! feature encourages kids to keep asking questions while doubling as a mini media literacy lesson on research skills. Includes glossary and index.

Get kids ready to run, throw, and score on the field! But how do you catch and throw with a stick? And what does it mean to "cradle" the ball? Conversational questions and answers share what kids can expect when they join a lacrosse team, including what clothes to wear, some basic skills and scoring, and what the different events for boys and girls are. "Did You Know" fact boxes and infographics help visual learners stick the landing on learning new concepts. A Stay Curious! feature encourages kids to keep asking questions while doubling as a mini media literacy lesson on research skills. Includes glossary and index.

Meet Tiana! She likes gymnastics, cooking, and drawing. She also has diabetes. Tiana is real and so are her experiences. Learn about her life in this illustrated narrative nonfiction picture book for elementary students. Kids are naturally curious about differences. Tiana sheds light on her life, with the help of experienced children's author Mari Schuh. Tiana is not defined by diabetes, but she does some things differently, like needing to test her blood sugar before meals. Let Tiana tell you a little about her life. Colorful, realistic illustrations and a dyslexic-friendly font promote accessibility. Includes tips for kids about interacting with someone who has diabetes.

Get kids ready for the gridiron! What's the best way to throw a football? How do you "tackle" in flag football? Conversational questions and answers share what kids can expect when they join a flag football team, including what gear to pack, some basic rules and plays, and what the defense and offense do. "Did You Know" fact boxes and infographics catch sports fans' attention and help visual learners tackle new concepts. A Stay Curious! feature encourages kids to keep asking questions while doubling as a mini media literacy lesson on research skills. Includes glossary and index.

Get kids ready for to hit the soccer field! How many kids are on a team? Why do players wear cleats? Conversational questions and answers share what kids can expect when they join a soccer team, including what gear to pack, some basic rules of play, and different kicks for passing and scoring. "Did You Know" fact boxes and infographics catch sports fans' attention and help visual learners score on new concepts. A Stay Curious! feature encourages kids to keep asking questions while doubling as a mini media literacy lesson on research skills. Includes glossary and index.

What can we do to save the Earth? Ignite kids' growing curiosity about the environment with an inquiry-based approach to saving the planet. Our planet is in trouble. In this book, kids learn about some of Earth's biggest problems--a warming climate, shrinking wilderness, and plastic pollution. What can be done to help? Conversational questions and answers guide early elementary readers on a critical thinking journey with accessible text about the effects of climate change, how plastics harm the environment, and how preserving wild spaces can protect animal biodiversity. Colorful and engaging infographics help visual learners understand new concepts. A "Stay Curious!" feature encourages kids to keep asking questions while doubling as a mini media literacy lesson on research skills. Includes table of contents, glossary, and index.

Get kids ready to spin and jump on the ice! But first, how do you learn to figure skate? And who will be my coach? Conversational questions and answers share what kids can expect when they join a figure skating class or club, including what gear to bring, some basic jumps and spins, and skating competitions. "Did You Know" fact boxes and infographics catch sports fans' attention and help visual learners tackle new concepts. A Stay Curious! feature encourages kids to keep asking questions while doubling as a mini media literacy lesson on research skills. Includes glossary and index.

Meet Karson! She likes basketball, cheerleading, and reading. She is also part of a blended family. Karson is real and so are her experiences. Learn about her life with a stepparent and stepbrothers in this illustrated narrative nonfiction picture book for elementary students. With the help of experienced children's author Mari Schuh, Karson sheds light on how her family changed after her mom remarried. Karson's story is augmented by colourful, realistic illustrations. A dyslexic-friendly font promotes accessibility. Includes tips for kids about interacting with people who have blended families.

Get kids ready to pass the puck! How early is hockey practice, and why do players need all those pads? Conversational questions and answers share what kids can expect when they join a hockey team, including important gear to pack, what position to play, and some basic rules to know. "Did You Know" fact boxes and infographics catch sports fans' attention and help visual learners learn new concepts. A Stay Curious! feature encourages kids to keep asking questions while doubling as a mini media literacy lesson on research skills. Includes glossary and index.

Meet Jocelyn! She likes soccer and dinosaurs. She is also a leukemia survivor. Jocelyn is real and so are her experiences. Learn about her life in this illustrated narrative nonfiction picture book for elementary students. Kids are naturally curious about differences. Jocelyn sheds light on her on her life fighting childhood cancer, with the help of experienced children's author Mari Schuh. Jocelyn is not defined by leukemia, but she still has side effects from chemotherapy. Let Jocelyn tell you a little about her life. Colorful, realistic illustrations and a dyslexic-friendly font promote accessibility. Includes tips for kids about interacting with someone who has leukemia.

Meet Max! He likes riding his scooter and playing with his dog. He also has epilepsy. Max is real and so are his experiences. Learn about his life in this illustrated narrative nonfiction picture book for elementary students. Kids are naturally curious about differences. Max sheds light on his life, with the help of experienced children's author Mari Schuh. Max is not defined by his disorder, but he sometimes misses school and always needs an adult with him in case he has a seizure. Let Max tell you a little about his life. Colourful, realistic illustrations and a dyslexic-friendly font promote accessibility. Includes tips for kids about interacting with someone who has epilepsy.