Books by Lisa M Bolt Simons

Book SynopsisYou push your friend while they swing. You pull open a door. What happens when you push or pull an object? Letâs investigate pushing and pulling forces!

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Book SynopsisAnimals are living things. They need certain things to grow and live. What are they? Let's investigate what animals need to survive!

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Book SynopsisThink you know a lot about robots and artificial intelligence? Prepare to learn even more about the technology that exists now and the mind-blowing advances being developed for the future. You'll be surprised by how much you'll discover in this totally terrific book of trivia about artificial intelligence. Dynamic design pairs with engaging photos and carefully levelled text to make the facts easy to read but hard to forget, making these books perfect for both on-level and struggling readers.

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Book SynopsisThe mountain habitat can provide shelter and water for cunning predators, and the wolf and the golden eagle thrive there. The wolf can travel 50 miles a day to find prey. The striking force of a golden eagle's talons can be compared to that of a bullet. But which animal is the fiercest of the ecosystem? Compare and contrast each animal's features and skills before you declare the winning predator.

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Book SynopsisAnimals are living things. Rocks are non-living. Why? Let's investigate the differences between living and non-living things!

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Book SynopsisThe dark floor and muddy rivers of the rainforest are perfect for hunting, and the jaguar and crocodile both stalk their prey with ease. But which animal is the fiercest of the ecosystem? Does the jaguar''s speed give it the edge? Or does the crocodile''s strength make it superior? Compare and contrast each animal's features and skills before you declare the winning predator.

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Book SynopsisThe dark floor and muddy rivers of the rainforest are perfect for hunting, and the jaguar and crocodile both stalk their prey with ease. But which animal is the fiercest of the ecosystem? Does the jaguar''s speed give it the edge? Or does the crocodile''s strength make it superior? Compare and contrast each animal's features and skills before you declare the winning predator.

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Book SynopsisThe icy cold Arctic is home to both the powerful polar bear and intelligent orca, two mighty predators. But which animal is the fiercest of the ecosystem? Does the polar bear's patience in stalking its prey and strength in attack put it on top? Or does the orca's ability to work in a pod give it the edge? Compare and contrast each animal's features and skills before you declare the winning predator.

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Book SynopsisFreshwater fishing is the perfect combination of relaxation and excitement. When you're not peacefully looking out at the water, you're reeling in the big one! Readers will learn all about the gear and skills they need to help them reel in the fish they're hoping to hook!

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Book SynopsisIn 1845, Sir John Franklin commanded two ships on an expedition to find a Northwest Passage from England through the Arctic and over to Asia. If successful, the route would be a faster way to get goods from Asia to Europe and back. But success was not on the cards for Franklin's expedition. Only recently, the sunken ships were discovered in the icy Arctic waters. What happened to Franklin and his men, and what messages did they leave behind?

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Book SynopsisThink you know a lot about ancient civilizations? Prepare to learn even more about the people of the ancient world and the surprising details of their cities and daily lives. You'll be surprised by how much you'll discover in this totally terrific book of trivia about ancient civilizations. Dynamic design pairs with engaging photos and carefully levelled text to make the facts easy to read but hard to forget, making these books perfect for both on-level and struggling readers.

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Book SynopsisBecome a basketball star in this interactive adventure. Make the right choices, upgrade your skills, and win the game! Moving to a new town isn’t easy, especially when you’re in high school. But at least you have basketball. It’s a great way to keep busy and to make new friends—or so you think. Not everyone in this small town is eager to welcome you. No matter how hard you practice, no matter how well you play, you feel like an outsider. You’re the main character in this interactive sports adventure that’s two stories in one! Play as Isiah, and try to earn your way into the starting lineup. It won’t be possible unless you convince the coach and his star player—his son—the importance of teamwork. Then become Imani, and see if you can overcome bullying by a few of your teammates. You’ll need to win them over to have a shot at winning the big game. You may have read sports books before, but you’ve never read one like Boxed Out by Lisa M. Bolt Simons. It’s a game within a game. Here’s how it works: Become the main character. Make choices that affect what happens. Collect points along the way to upgrade your skills. Utilize your upgrades to win the game at story’s end! Interactive books for kids are more popular than ever. Create your own adventure with the Choose to Win book series for boys and girls. You’re the main character. You make the choices. Will you find your way to a championship finish?Table of ContentsPrologue Imani’s Story New Team First Game All Wet Winter Burn Bully Talk Championship Isiah’s Story Fresh Start Which Game? Winter Blues Traveling Almost Burned Off the Bench Epilogue Choose to Win! Back to Pass Survive & Solve About the Author

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Book SynopsisExplore the past, present, and future of Niagara Falls. Beautiful photos, fact-filled text, and engaging infographics help readers learn all about this natural wonder and how to protect it long into the future.Trade Review“For report writers or for those who enjoy world records.” * School Library Journal *

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