Books by Martha London

Book SynopsisThis title introduces readers to the region of Asia. Concise text, thought-provoking discussion questions, and compelling photos give the reader an insightful look into Asia’s rich and complex histories, natural environments, economies, governments, and peoples.Trade Review“A good base for information on the various regions.”—School Library Journal

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Book SynopsisThis title introduces readers to the region of North America. Concise text, thought-provoking discussion questions, and compelling photos give the reader an insightful look into North America’s rich and complex histories, natural environments, economies, governments, and peoples.Trade Review“A good base for information on the various regions.”—School Library Journal

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Book SynopsisThis title introduces readers to the region of Oceania. Concise text, thought-provoking discussion questions, and compelling photos give the reader an insightful look into Oceania’s rich and complex histories, natural environments, economies, governments, and peoples.Trade Review"Indigenous history and ways in Australia and New Zealand are not widely detailed elsewhere for children, and small Oceanian nations are even less commonly covered, making this a boost to library shelves."—Booklist“A good base for information on the various regions.”—School Library Journal

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Book SynopsisIntroduces readers to the life and legacy of Claudette Colvin. Vivid photographs and easy-to-read text give early readers an engaging and age-appropriate look at her role in the Civil Rights Movement. Features include sidebars, a table of contents, two infographics, Making Connections questions, a glossary, and an index. QR Codes in the book give readers access to book-specific resources to further their learning.

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Book SynopsisIntroduces readers to the life and legacy of Malala Yousafzai. Vivid photographs and easy-to-read text give early readers an engaging and age-appropriate look at her work to support girls' education. Features include sidebars, a table of contents, two infographics, Making Connections questions, a glossary, and an index. QR Codes in the book give readers access to book-specific resources to further their learning.

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Book SynopsisIntroduces readers to the life and legacy of Sacagawea. Vivid photographs and easy-to-read text give early readers an engaging and age-appropriate look at her role in the Lewis and Clark Expedition. Features include sidebars, a table of contents, two infographics, Making Connections questions, a glossary, and an index. QR Codes in the book give readers access to book-specific resources to further their learning.

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Book SynopsisThis title provides readers with a fascinating look at military animals. Vivid photographs and easy-to-read text aid comprehension for readers. Features include a table of contents, two infographics, fun facts, a sidebar, Making Connections questions, a glossary, and an index. QR Codes in the book give readers access to book-specific resources to further their learning.

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Book SynopsisThis title provides readers with a fascinating look at military ships. Vivid photographs and easy-to-read text aid comprehension for readers. Features include a table of contents, two infographics, fun facts, a sidebar, Making Connections questions, a glossary, and an index. QR Codes in the book give readers access to book-specific resources to further their learning.

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Book SynopsisThis title provides readers with a fascinating look at military submarines. Vivid photographs and easy-to-read text aid comprehension for readers. Features include a table of contents, two infographics, fun facts, a sidebar, Making Connections questions, a glossary, and an index. QR Codes in the book give readers access to book-specific resources to further their learning.

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Book SynopsisThis title provides readers with a fascinating look at military weapons. Vivid photographs and easy-to-read text aid comprehension for readers. Features include a table of contents, two infographics, fun facts, a sidebar, Making Connections questions, a glossary, and an index. QR Codes in the book give readers access to book-specific resources to further their learning.

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Book SynopsisThis title introduces readers to Pokémon, covering its history, franchises and products, and worldwide impact. The title features engaging infographics, informative sidebars, vivid photos, and a glossary.

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Book SynopsisThis title introduces readers to the defining characteristics, history, mechanics, and uses of 4x4 trucks. The title features engaging infographics, informative sidebars, vivid photographs, and a glossary.

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Book SynopsisThis title introduces readers to the defining characteristics, history, mechanics, and uses of hot rods. The title features engaging infographics, informative sidebars, vivid photographs, and a glossary.

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Book SynopsisThis title introduces readers to the defining characteristics, history, mechanics, and uses of lowriders. The title features engaging infographics, informative sidebars, vivid photographs, and a glossary.

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Book SynopsisThis title introduces readers to alligators, covering their habitat, their physical characteristics, and threats to the species. This title features informative sidebars, detailed infographics, vivid photos, and a glossary.

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Book SynopsisThis title introduces readers to giant pandas, covering their habitat, their physical characteristics, and threats to the species. This title features informative sidebars, detailed infographics, vivid photos, and a glossary.

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Book SynopsisThis title introduces readers to great white sharks, covering their habitat, their physical characteristics, and threats to the species. This title features informative sidebars, detailed infographics, vivid photos, and a glossary.

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Book SynopsisThis title introduces readers to red pandas, covering their habitat, their physical characteristics, and threats to the species. This title features informative sidebars, detailed infographics, vivid photos, and a glossary.

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Book SynopsisThis title introduces readers to zebras, covering their habitat, their physical characteristics, and threats to the species. This title features informative sidebars, detailed infographics, vivid photos, and a glossary.

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Book SynopsisSome animals burrow into the ground, letting air and water reach plants’ roots. Others build nests in which to raise young. When they’re grown, other animals can reuse the nest. Ecosystem Architects: Animals Building Incredible Structures looks at how animal builders make the world a better place, as well as the threats they face and how people can protect them. Easy-to-read text, vivid images, and helpful back matter give readers a clear look at this subject. Features include a table of contents, infographics, a glossary, additional resources, and an index. Aligned to Common Core Standards and correlated to state standards. Core Library is an imprint of Abdo Publishing, a division of ABDO.

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Book SynopsisMany animals move pollen from one flower to another. This helps flowers make seeds to grow new plants. Pollinators: Animals Helping Plants Thrive looks at how pollinators make the world a better place, as well as the threats they face and how people can protect them. Easy-to-read text, vivid images, and helpful back matter give readers a clear look at this subject. Features include a table of contents, infographics, a glossary, additional resources, and an index. Aligned to Common Core Standards and correlated to state standards. Core Library is an imprint of Abdo Publishing, a division of ABDO.

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Book SynopsisLaws play a big role in reducing greenhouse gas emissions. Reducing emissions is vital to slowing climate change. Climate Change and Politics examines the ways politics have helped or hindered the goal to stop climate change. Easy-to-read text, vivid images, and helpful back matter give readers a clear look at this subject. Features include a table of contents, infographics, a glossary, additional resources, and an index. Aligned to Common Core Standards and correlated to state standards. Core Library is an imprint of Abdo Publishing, a division of ABDO.Trade Review“Going beyond featuring activists and scientists, this series empowers readers to look at the primary sources and interpret the words straight from the experts and reports.”—School Library Journal

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Book SynopsisIce is melting, causing polar bears’ hunting grounds to shrink. Storms are growing more severe, putting human life at risk. The Effects of Climate Change examines the many ways climate change is affecting the entire planet and making life more challenging for all living things. Easy-to-read text, vivid images, and helpful back matter give readers a clear look at this subject. Features include a table of contents, infographics, a glossary, additional resources, and an index. Aligned to Common Core Standards and correlated to state standards. Core Library is an imprint of Abdo Publishing, a division of ABDO.Trade Review“Going beyond featuring activists and scientists, this series empowers readers to look at the primary sources and interpret the words straight from the experts and reports.”—School Library Journal

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Book SynopsisPeople have been adding greenhouse gases to the atmosphere. as the amount of gases increases, climate change grows worse. How Climate Change Works examines the science behind climate change, explaining how climate change began and how changes in the atmosphere lead to changes on Earth. Easy-to-read text, vivid images, and helpful back matter give readers a clear look at this subject. Features include a table of contents, infographics, a glossary, additional resources, and an index. Aligned to Common Core Standards and correlated to state standards. Core Library is an imprint of Abdo Publishing, a division of ABDO.Trade Review“Going beyond featuring activists and scientists, this series empowers readers to look at the primary sources and interpret the words straight from the experts and reports.”—School Library Journal

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Book SynopsisIt’s up to people to put an end to climate change. But there are many things that must be done before climate change will slow. Stopping Climate Change examines the many ways people must act to stop greenhouse gas emissions, from watching their diets to adding green spaces to cities. Easy-to-read text, vivid images, and helpful back matter give readers a clear look at this subject. Features include a table of contents, infographics, a glossary, additional resources, and an index. Aligned to Common Core Standards and correlated to state standards. Core Library is an imprint of Abdo Publishing, a division of ABDO.Trade Review“Going beyond featuring activists and scientists, this series empowers readers to look at the primary sources and interpret the words straight from the experts and reports.”—School Library Journal

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Book SynopsisMuch of the world’s oceans remain unexplored. Underwater drones help researchers find shipwrecks and learn more about ocean habitats. Deep-Sea Drones explains how these drones work and how they can be used to make scientific breakthroughs now and in the future. Easy-to-read text, vivid images, and helpful back matter give readers a clear look at this subject. Features include a table of contents, an infographic, a glossary, additional resources, and an index. Aligned to Common Core Standards and correlated to state standards.

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Book SynopsisScientists need special tools and devices to explore space. Drones help them learn more about asteroids as well as other planets and moons. Space Drones explains how these drones work and the role they may play in space exploration now and in the future. Easy-to-read text, vivid images, and helpful back matter give readers a clear look at this subject. Features include a table of contents, an infographic, a glossary, additional resources, and an index. Aligned to Common Core Standards and correlated to state standards.

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Book SynopsisAs the COVID-19 pandemic spread, the phrase “flatten the curve” became widely known. It refers to the things people can do to space the total number of infections out over a longer period of time. This helps prevent the health-care system from being overloaded. Flattening the Curve examines social distancing and the other measures that people took to slow the spread of the disease. Features include a glossary, references, websites, source notes, and an index. Aligned to Common Core Standards and correlated to state standards. Core Library is an imprint of Abdo Publishing, a division of ABDO.Trade Review"This series gives kids a better understanding of COVID-19 and what is actually happening. An excellent classroom resource."—School Library Journal

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Book SynopsisCOVID-19 was first recognized in Wuhan, China, but within a few months it spread to every corner of the globe. The Spread of COVID-19 traces the pandemic during those perilous early months, as health officials and world leaders reacted to the new disease and the scope of its impact became clear. Features include a glossary, references, websites, source notes, and an index. Aligned to Common Core Standards and correlated to state standards. Core Library is an imprint of Abdo Publishing, a division of ABDO.Trade Review"This series gives kids a better understanding of COVID-19 and what is actually happening. An excellent classroom resource."—School Library Journal

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Book SynopsisAsteroids zip through space. These space rocks follow paths around the Sun. Explore Asteroids reveals the amazing details of asteroids. Easy-to-read text, vivid images, and helpful back matter give readers a clear look at this subject. Features include a table of contents, an infographic, a glossary, additional resources, and an index. Aligned to Common Core Standards and correlated to state standards. Kids Core is an imprint of Abdo Publishing, a division of ABDO.

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Book SynopsisEarth lies in the Milky Way galaxy. This galaxy is home to billions of stars and their planets. Explore the Milky Way galaxy reveals the amazing details of our galaxy. Easy-to-read text, vivid images, and helpful back matter give readers a clear look at this subject. Features include a table of contents, an infographic, a glossary, additional resources, and an index. Aligned to Common Core Standards and correlated to state standards. Kids Core is an imprint of Abdo Publishing, a division of ABDO.

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Book SynopsisThis title introduces readers to vehicles and equipment used by the US Coast Guard, from helicopters to life jackets. The title features informative sidebars, exciting photos, a fast facts summary, a glossary, and an index. Kids Core is an imprint of Abdo Publishing Company.

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Book SynopsisThis title introduces readers to vehicles and equipment used by the US Marine Corps, from Amphibious Assault Vehicles to night-vision goggles. The title features informative sidebars, exciting photos, a fast facts summary, a glossary, and an index. Kids Core is an imprint of Abdo Publishing Company.

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Book SynopsisAncient humans have left their marks of civilization around the world. There are many incredible ruins to see, from massive cliffside dwellings to temples and tombs. Archaeological Site Bucket List examines some of the amazing remains of ancient civilizations. Easy-to-read text, vivid images, and helpful back matter give readers a clear look at this subject. Features include a table of contents, infographics, a glossary, additional resources, and an index. Aligned to Common Core Standards and correlated to state standards. Core Library is an imprint of Abdo Publishing, a division of ABDO.

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Book SynopsisSome of the most awe-inspiring places formed without human aid. There are many incredible natural wonders to see, from mountains to canyons, oceans, and forests. Natural Wonder Bucket List examines some of the most amazing natural features of our planet. Easy-to-read text, vivid images, and helpful back matter give readers a clear look at this subject. Features include a table of contents, infographics, a glossary, additional resources, and an index. Aligned to Common Core Standards and correlated to state standards. Core Library is an imprint of Abdo Publishing, a division of ABDO.

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