Books by David A Adler

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Book SynopsisMo may not be the biggest, the strongest, or the fastest basketball player, but he won''t let that stop him from playing! This Step 2 reader from Geisel Award winner David Adler is now in Step into Reading!Mo''s latest obsession is basketball. He''s determined to learn how to pass, but as the shortest member of the team, he can''t seem to launch the ball high enough. Can Mo learn to pass in time to help his team win the big game? Step 2 Readers use basic vocabulary and short sentences to tell simple stories, for children who recognize familiar words and can sound out new words with help. Rhyme and rhythmic text paired with picture clues help children decode the story.

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Book SynopsisAn introduction to one of the most outstanding Americans of the twentieth century, perfect for young readers. Born in 1929, Martin Luther King, Jr. grew up to become a civil rights leader whose philosophy and practice of nonviolent civil disobedience helped African Americans win many battles for equal rights.  Young readers will learn how his interest in equality was sparked by experiences in his childhood, and how his legacy shaped modern America. Pairing detailed illustrations and an accessible narrative of Dr. King''s life, this book is ideal for a discussion about the history behind the holiday, or an early introduction to the struggle for civil rights in America.  Includes a timeline of important dates. For almost thirty years, David Adler’s Picture Book Biography series has profiled famous people who changed the world. Colorful, kid-friendly illustrations combine with Adler’s “expert mixtures of facts and personal

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Book SynopsisCalled The Mother of the Civil Rights Movement, Rosa Parks refused to give up her bus seat to a white passenger.When she was arrested in December 1955, her act of civil disobedience sparked the year-long Mongomery bus boycott led by Dr. Martin Luther King, Jr. Across the city, African Americans refused to ride the public buses. This is considered the first large-scale US. demonstration against segregation. From Rosa Parks' early life through her activism and eventual honors, this fully-illustrated biography helps children understand the background and context that led Rosa Parks to fight for civil rights.Pura Belpré Honor-winning artist, Robert Casilla, gives life to history with his colorful paintings of Parks' story.Back matter includes author's note and timeline of important dates.For almost thirty years, David Adler’s Picture Book Biography series has profiled famous people who changed the world. Colorful, kid-fr

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Book SynopsisDiscover the life story of one of American history's most imporant orators & freedom fighters.Sojourner Truth was born into slavery 1797, and what she would learn and do during her lifetime would change the country. She was one of the first African-American women in the United States to win a lawsuit against a white man. She traveled the country speaking out against slavery and racist injustice, and for her efforts she met and talked with two different presidents. Introduce young readers to a remarkable story of a woman who always believed there was more work to be done.For almost thirty years, David Adler's Picture Book Biography series has profiled famous people who changed the world. Colorful, kid-friendly illustrations combine with Adler's expert mixtures of facts and personality (Booklist) to introduce young readers to history through compelling biographies of presidents, heroes, inventors, explorers, and adventurers. These books are ideal for first a

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Book SynopsisWheels, clocks and coins. Balls and buttons. Circles are everywhere, and one of the basic geometric shapes. In a book bursting with color and cheer, students can learn the fundamental properties of circles. Terms such as sector, chord and arc are clearly defined. Hands-on activities demonstrate how to find the radium, diameter, and area of a circle. With this handy and lively guide kids can avoid spinning their wheels and get on the road to becoming geometry pros.

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Book SynopsisThis primer on money will change how you see addition and subtraction.What can a handful of coins get you? Well, it depends on how many you''ve got. . . . and what they are. In this fun introduction to American currency, a variety of past presidents introduce themselves and their denominations. You''ll learn who''s on each coin and bill, and what they''re worth-- and how many of one it takes to add up to another. Dollars, cents, and decimals are explained in accessible, kid-friendly language, with tons of examples and try-it-yourself problems and activities. The mathematical concepts of addition, subtraction, multiplication and division become hands-on in this innovative math book from trusted duo David A. Adler and Edward Miller, whose award-winning collaborations have been helping students tackle complicated problems for years. After reading Money Math, kids will be confident with their pocket change!A Junior L

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Book SynopsisPerfect for Kindergarteners, a brightly illustrated and interactive math workbook from brilliant teacher and author David A. Adler.Reinforce basic math skills while having fun in this curriculum-targeted practice workbook. DOZEN OF ACTIVITIES TO PRACTICE SKILLS: The workbook covers writing numbers, counting, addition, subtraction, shapes, and more! FROM A TEACHER: A former math teacher, David A. Adler is America’s foremost author of math books for children with books like Money Math, Telling Time, and Circles CURRICULUM ALIGNED: Designed to mirror the kindergarten math curriculum whilereinforcing basic skills. All materials are compatible with common core state standards. FULL-COLOR ART: Bright, bold illustrations of adorable frogs, cupcakes, starfish, andmore keep kids learning CERTIFICATE: there’s a certificate of completion at the end so students can take pridei

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Book SynopsisPerfect for first graders, a brightly illustrated and interactive math workbook from brilliant teacher and author David A. Adler.Reinforce basic math skills while having fun in this curriculum-targeted practice workbook. DOZEN OF ACTIVITIES TO PRACTICE SKILLS: The workbook covers adding andsubtracting by tens, simple equations, money basics, telling time, shapes, and more. FROM A TEACHER: A former math teacher, David A. Adler is America’s foremost author of math books for children with books like Money Math, Telling Time, and Circles CURRICULUM ALIGNED: Designed to mirror the first grade math curriculum whilereinforcing basic skills. All materials are compatible with common core state standards. FULL-COLOR ART: Bright, bold illustrations of adorable frogs, cupcakes, starfish, andmore keep kids learning CERTIFICATE: there’s a certificate of completion at the en

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