Books by Connor Stratton

Book SynopsisThis fascinating book offers young readers an up-close look at the sun. The book also includes a table of contents, fun facts, a "That's Amazing!" special feature, quiz questions, a glossary, additional resources, and an index. This Focus Readers title is at the Beacon level, aligned to reading levels of grades 2-3 and interest levels of grades 3-5.

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Book SynopsisThis book introduces young readers to the US Congress, its role as the legislative branch, the relationship between the House of Representatives and the Senate, and how people take office in both chambers. The book also includes a “Closer Look” special feature, several "Did You Know?" facts, a table of contents, quiz questions, a glossary, additional resources, and an index. This Focus Readers title is at the Pioneer level, aligned to reading levels of grades 1-2 and interest levels of grades 1-3.Trade Review“The accessibility and currency of information herein make these volumes valuable; school and public libraries alike should consider for purchase.” —School Library Journal

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Book SynopsisThis book introduces young readers to local governments of the United States, including city and county government, their roles, their relationships with federal and state governments, and how people take office at the local level. The book also includes a “Closer Look” special feature, several "Did You Know?" facts, a table of contents, quiz questions, a glossary, additional resources, and an index. This Focus Readers title is at the Pioneer level, aligned to reading levels of grades 1-2 and interest levels of grades 1-3.Trade Review“The accessibility and currency of information herein make these volumes valuable; school and public libraries alike should consider for purchase.” —School Library Journal

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Book SynopsisThis book introduces young readers to the US president, his or her role as the leader of the executive branch, the vice president and cabinet, the president’s relationship between legislative and executive branches, and how people become president. The book also includes a “Closer Look” special feature, several "Did You Know?" facts, a table of contents, quiz questions, a glossary, additional resources, and an index. This Focus Readers title is at the Pioneer level, aligned to reading levels of grades 1-2 and interest levels of grades 1-3.Trade Review“The accessibility and currency of information herein make these volumes valuable; school and public libraries alike should consider for purchase.” —School Library Journal

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Book SynopsisThis book introduces young readers to US state governments, exploring their parts, roles, and how people fill their offices. The book also includes a “Closer Look” special feature, several "Did You Know?" facts, a table of contents, quiz questions, a glossary, additional resources, and an index. This Focus Readers title is at the Pioneer level, aligned to reading levels of grades 1-2 and interest levels of grades 1-3.Trade Review“The accessibility and currency of information herein make these volumes valuable; school and public libraries alike should consider for purchase.” —School Library Journal

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Book SynopsisThis book introduces young readers to the US Supreme Court, its role as the judicial branch, its relationship with lower federal courts and the other branches of government, and how people become justices. The book also includes a “Closer Look” special feature, several "Did You Know?" facts, a table of contents, quiz questions, a glossary, additional resources, and an index. This Focus Readers title is at the Pioneer level, aligned to reading levels of grades 1-2 and interest levels of grades 1-3.Trade Review“The accessibility and currency of information herein make these volumes valuable; school and public libraries alike should consider for purchase.” —School Library Journal

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Book SynopsisThis book introduces young readers to federally recognized tribal governments, the history of Indigenous governance, the relationships between Native Nations and the United States, and the diversity of tribal governments. The book also includes a “Closer Look” special feature, several "Did You Know?" facts, a table of contents, quiz questions, a glossary, additional resources, and an index. This Focus Readers title is at the Pioneer level, aligned to reading levels of grades 1-2 and interest levels of grades 1-3.Trade Review“Libraries will find the volume on tribal governments especially useful, as there is little information out there on this topic. The accessibility and currency of information herein make these volumes valuable; school and public libraries alike should consider for purchase.” —School Library Journal

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Book SynopsisThis book introduces young readers to the US Congress, its role as the legislative branch, the relationship between the House of Representatives and the Senate, and how people take office in both chambers. The book also includes a “Closer Look” special feature, several "Did You Know?" facts, a table of contents, quiz questions, a glossary, additional resources, and an index. This Focus Readers title is at the Pioneer level, aligned to reading levels of grades 1-2 and interest levels of grades 1-3.Trade Review“The accessibility and currency of information herein make these volumes valuable; school and public libraries alike should consider for purchase.” —School Library Journal

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Book SynopsisThis book introduces young readers to local governments of the United States, including city and county government, their roles, their relationships with federal and state governments, and how people take office at the local level. The book also includes a “Closer Look” special feature, several "Did You Know?" facts, a table of contents, quiz questions, a glossary, additional resources, and an index. This Focus Readers title is at the Pioneer level, aligned to reading levels of grades 1-2 and interest levels of grades 1-3.Trade Review“The accessibility and currency of information herein make these volumes valuable; school and public libraries alike should consider for purchase.” —School Library Journal

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Book SynopsisThis book introduces young readers to the US president, his or her role as the leader of the executive branch, the vice president and cabinet, the president’s relationship between legislative and executive branches, and how people become president. The book also includes a “Closer Look” special feature, several "Did You Know?" facts, a table of contents, quiz questions, a glossary, additional resources, and an index. This Focus Readers title is at the Pioneer level, aligned to reading levels of grades 1-2 and interest levels of grades 1-3.Trade Review“The accessibility and currency of information herein make these volumes valuable; school and public libraries alike should consider for purchase.” —School Library Journal

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Book SynopsisThis book introduces young readers to the US Supreme Court, its role as the judicial branch, its relationship with lower federal courts and the other branches of government, and how people become justices. The book also includes a “Closer Look” special feature, several "Did You Know?" facts, a table of contents, quiz questions, a glossary, additional resources, and an index. This Focus Readers title is at the Pioneer level, aligned to reading levels of grades 1-2 and interest levels of grades 1-3.Trade Review“The accessibility and currency of information herein make these volumes valuable; school and public libraries alike should consider for purchase.” —School Library Journal

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Book SynopsisThis book offers a simple overview of how children can celebrate holidays. Easy-to-read text, labeled photos, and a picture glossary make this book the perfect introduction to the topic.

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Book SynopsisThis book offers a simple overview of how children can exercise. Easy-to-read text, labeled photos, and a picture glossary make this book the perfect introduction to the topic.

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Book SynopsisThis book offers a simple overview of how children can help at home. Easy-to-read text, labeled photos, and a picture glossary make this book the perfect introduction to the topic.

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Book SynopsisThis book offers a simple overview of how children can learn at school. Easy-to-read text, labeled photos, and a picture glossary make this book the perfect introduction to the topic.

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Book SynopsisThis book offers a simple overview of how children can make a garden. Easy-to-read text, labeled photos, and a picture glossary make this book the perfect introduction to the topic.

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Book SynopsisThis book offers a simple overview of how children can make music. Easy-to-read text, labeled photos, and a picture glossary make this book the perfect introduction to the topic.

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Book SynopsisThis book offers a simple overview of how children can play outside. Easy-to-read text, labeled photos, and a picture glossary make this book the perfect introduction to the topic.

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Book SynopsisThis book offers a simple overview of how children can celebrate holidays. Easy-to-read text, labeled photos, and a picture glossary make this book the perfect introduction to the topic.

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Book SynopsisThis book offers a simple overview of how children can exercise. Easy-to-read text, labeled photos, and a picture glossary make this book the perfect introduction to the topic.

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Book SynopsisThis book offers a simple overview of how children can help at home. Easy-to-read text, labeled photos, and a picture glossary make this book the perfect introduction to the topic.

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Book SynopsisThis book offers a simple overview of how children can learn at school. Easy-to-read text, labeled photos, and a picture glossary make this book the perfect introduction to the topic.

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Book SynopsisThis book offers a simple overview of how children can make a garden. Easy-to-read text, labeled photos, and a picture glossary make this book the perfect introduction to the topic.

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Book SynopsisThis book offers a simple overview of how children can make music. Easy-to-read text, labeled photos, and a picture glossary make this book the perfect introduction to the topic.

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Book SynopsisThis book offers a simple overview of how children can play outside. Easy-to-read text, labeled photos, and a picture glossary make this book the perfect introduction to the topic.

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Book SynopsisThis title introduces readers to the people who work at fire stations. Easy-to-read text, labeled photos, and a picture glossary make this book the perfect introduction to the topic.

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Book SynopsisThis title introduces readers to the people who work at schools. Easy-to-read text, labeled photos, and a picture glossary make this book the perfect introduction to the topic.

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Book SynopsisThis title introduces readers to the people who work at airports. Easy-to-read text, labeled photos, and a picture glossary make this book the perfect introduction to the topic.

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Book SynopsisThis title introduces readers to the people who work on farms. Easy-to-read text, labeled photos, and a picture glossary make this book the perfect introduction to the topic.

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Book SynopsisThis title introduces readers to the people who work at fire stations. Easy-to-read text, labeled photos, and a picture glossary make this book the perfect introduction to the topic.

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Book SynopsisThis title introduces readers to the people who work at hospitals. Easy-to-read text, labeled photos, and a picture glossary make this book the perfect introduction to the topic.

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Book SynopsisThis title introduces readers to the people who work at schools. Easy-to-read text, labeled photos, and a picture glossary make this book the perfect introduction to the topic.

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Book SynopsisThis title introduces readers to the people who work at airports. Easy-to-read text, labeled photos, and a picture glossary make this book the perfect introduction to the topic.

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Book SynopsisThis title introduces readers to the people who work on farms. Easy-to-read text, labeled photos, and a picture glossary make this book the perfect introduction to the topic.

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Book SynopsisThis fascinating book introduces readers to the life and work of Ruth Bader Ginsberg, including her famous decisions as a justice on the Supreme Court. Historic images, “Did You Know?” sidebars, and a “Topic Spotlight” special feature provide added interest and context.Trade Review“Straightforward and informative biographies.”—School Library Journal

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Book SynopsisThis fascinating book introduces readers to the life and work of Barbara Jordan, including her important contributions to the civil rights movement. Historic images, “Did You Know?” sidebars, and a “Topic Spotlight” special feature provide added interest and context.Trade Review“Straightforward and informative biographies.”—School Library Journal

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Book SynopsisThis fascinating book introduces readers to the life and work of Ellen Ochoa, an astronaut who became the first Hispanic director of the Johnson Space Center. Historic images, “Did You Know?” sidebars, and a “Topic Spotlight” special feature provide added interest and context.Trade Review“Straightforward and informative biographies.”—School Library Journal

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Book SynopsisThis fascinating book introduces readers to the life and work of Chien-Shiung Wu, including her important contributions to nuclear physics. Historic images, “Did You Know?” sidebars, and a “Topic Spotlight” special feature provide added interest and context.Trade Review“Straightforward and informative biographies.”—School Library Journal

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Book SynopsisThis exciting book introduces readers to the life and career of baseball star Cody Bellinger. Colorful spreads, fun facts, interesting sidebars, and a map of important places in his life make this a thrilling read for young sports fans.Trade Review“Chock-full of facts and photos, these titles are both useful and engaging. For its stars and scope, this series is a first purchase.”—School Library Journal

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Book SynopsisThis exciting book introduces readers to the life and career of auto racing star Bubba Wallace. Colorful spreads, fun facts, interesting sidebars, and a map of important places in his life make this a thrilling read for young sports fans.Trade Review“Chock-full of facts and photos, these titles are both useful and engaging. For its stars and scope, this series is a first purchase.”—School Library Journal

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Book SynopsisThis fascinating book introduces readers to the life and work of Barbara Jordan, including her important contributions to the civil rights movement. Historic images, “Did You Know?” sidebars, and a “Topic Spotlight” special feature provide added interest and context.Trade Review“Straightforward and informative biographies.”—School Library Journal

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Book SynopsisThis fascinating book introduces readers to the life and work of Ellen Ochoa, an astronaut who became the first Hispanic director of the Johnson Space Center. Historic images, “Did You Know?” sidebars, and a “Topic Spotlight” special feature provide added interest and context.Trade Review“Straightforward and informative biographies.”—School Library Journal

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Book SynopsisThis exciting book introduces readers to the life and career of baseball star Cody Bellinger. Colorful spreads, fun facts, interesting sidebars, and a map of important places in his life make this a thrilling read for young sports fans.Trade Review“Chock-full of facts and photos, these titles are both useful and engaging. For its stars and scope, this series is a first purchase.”—School Library Journal

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Book SynopsisThis engaging book highlights various careers in nature, describing what each job typically involves and the training required to pursue it. The book also includes a table of contents, two infographics, informative sidebars, a "Job Spotlight" special feature, quiz questions, a glossary, additional resources, and an index. This Focus Readers title is at the Navigator level, aligned to reading levels of grades 3–5 and interest levels of grades 4–7.Trade Review"A comprehensive update for elementary school and public libraries." —Series Made Simple

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Book SynopsisThis engaging book highlights various careers in technology, describing what each job typically involves and the training required to pursue it. The book also includes a table of contents, two infographics, informative sidebars, a "Job Spotlight" special feature, quiz questions, a glossary, additional resources, and an index. This Focus Readers title is at the Navigator level, aligned to reading levels of grades 3–5 and interest levels of grades 4–7.

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Book SynopsisThis insightful book explores bias in reporting on climate change, helping students think critically about where their news comes from. The book also includes a table of contents, two infographics, informative sidebars, two "Consider This" special features, quiz questions, a glossary, additional resources, and an index. This Focus Readers title is at the Voyager level, aligned to reading levels of grades 5–6 and interest levels of grades 5–9.

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Book SynopsisThis insightful book explores bias in reporting on politics, helping students think critically about where their news comes from. The book also includes a table of contents, two infographics, informative sidebars, two "Consider This" special features, quiz questions, a glossary, additional resources, and an index. This Focus Readers title is at the Voyager level, aligned to reading levels of grades 5–6 and interest levels of grades 5–9.

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Book SynopsisThis insightful book explores bias in reporting on climate change, helping students think critically about where their news comes from. The book also includes a table of contents, two infographics, informative sidebars, two "Consider This" special features, quiz questions, a glossary, additional resources, and an index. This Focus Readers title is at the Voyager level, aligned to reading levels of grades 5–6 and interest levels of grades 5–9.

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